Spiller helps No. 21 A&M upset No. 4 Florida 41-38
COLLEGE STATION, Texas (AP) — Isaiah Spiller rushed for 174 yards and two touchdowns, and No. 21 Texas A&M beat fourth-ranked Florida 41-38 on Seth Small's 26-yard field goal as time expired Saturday.
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No. 15 BYU's attention on UTSA, not rise in rankings
The directive this week for No. 15 BYU: Fixate only on UTSA, not that continual rise in the rankings.
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Ryan Neal making most of his chance as starter with Seahawks
RENTON, Wash. (AP) — Ryan Neal understands this isn’t likely to last.
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Pitt knows all about BC QB and former Pa. prep star Jurkovec
BOSTON (AP) — Pittsburgh coach Pat Narduzzi recognizes Boston College quarterback Phil Jurkovec from his time as a Western Pennsylvania prep phenom.
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Browns DT Ogunjobi out Sunday against Colts with injury
CLEVELAND (AP) — The Cleveland Browns will be without one of their best defensive players Sunday against Indianapolis as tackle Larry Ogunjobi sits out with an abdominal injury.
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South Carolina, Vanderbilt meeting looking for their 1st win
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — The Vanderbilt Commodores and South Carolina Gamecocks have much in common. They both are desperate with 0-2 records.
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Nagy unloads on Bears' offense after win over Brady, Bucs
CHICAGO (AP) — Coach Matt Nagy unloaded on the Chicago Bears’ struggling offense, venting about incorrect route running, breakdowns in blocking technique and missed opportunities for quarterback Nick Foles in the win over Tampa Bay on Thursday night.
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Kansas coach Les Miles tests positive for COVID-19
LAWRENCE, Kan. (AP) — Kansas coach Les Miles tested positive for COVID-19 on Thursday and is quarantining in his home, where he plans to fulfill his head coaching responsibilities remotely as the Jayhawks spend a week off before visiting West Virginia.
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Panthers coaches to mask up for 'Sweet Caroline' celebration
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) — Panthers head coach Matt Rhule said the team’s coaching staff will be masked up for future victory celebrations in the locker room that include the singing of “Sweet Caroline.”
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No. 14 Tennessee looks for signature win vs No. 3 Georgia
ATHENS, Ga. (AP) — Tennessee wants to re-establish its place among the Southeastern Conference elite.
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Dutch double play: Soccer club, Billy Beane team up
ALKMAAR, Netherlands (AP) — Like Billy Beane, Robert Eenhoorn knows all about baseball expectations. The Dutchman was a high draft pick who never made it big on the field — losing his job, in fact, to none other than Derek Jeter.
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Colts rule out Castonzo, Leonard for showdown in Cleveland
INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — The Indianapolis Colts will face the NFL's top-ranked rushing offense without one key starter, linebacker Darius Leonard.
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Giants place LB Ximines on IR; S Peppers iffy for Dallas
EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. (AP) — The New York Giants have placed outside linebacker Oshane Ximines on injured reserve with a shoulder injury.
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End game: Browns star Garrett off to dominant start in 2020
CLEVELAND (AP) — Myles Garrett shrugged off his latest award with the same ease he shows when blasting past a helpless right tackle on his path to the quarterback.
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Stanford's Macario on USWNT's training camp roster
Brazilian-born Stanford midfielder Catarina Macario is among the players who will take part in the U.S. women's national team training camp this month.
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QB Mac Jones leads No. 2 Alabama against Kiffin, Mississippi
Mississippi's Matt Corral appears to have put that offseason quarterback battle firmly into his rear view mirror. No real challenge ever materialized for Alabama's Mac Jones.
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Tatis Jr. helped make baseball fun again in San Diego
SAN DIEGO (AP) — The euphoria of the San Diego Padres’ first playoff series victory in 22 seasons quickly gave way to the pain of being swept out of the playoffs by their biggest rival, the Los Angeles Dodgers.
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No. 4 Florida looks to improve defense against No. 21 A&M
Through two games, the fourth-ranked Florida Gators have done just about anything they wanted on offense.
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Good guy Dusty Baker guides reviled Houston Astros into ALCS
LOS ANGELES (AP) — If there’s a universally recognized good guy among the generally reviled Houston Astros, it’s Dusty Baker.
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Arians not speaking for Brady regarding 4th down confusion
TAMPA, Fla. (AP) — If Tom Brady lost track of what down it was on the final play of a failed comeback bid against the Chicago Bears, the Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback is keeping it to himself.
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Back from virus, Freeman makes NLCS in 11th year for Braves
HOUSTON (AP) — Freddie Freeman has come a long way this year.
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Syracuse hosts winless Duke but remains an underdog again
The Syracuse Orange have one streak going for them — they're picked as the underdog for the fourth straight time, even at home against a winless team and after a bye week to heal.
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No. 8 Tar Heels look to slow No. 19 Hokies' strong run game
Eighth-ranked North Carolina has spent two games shutting down running games better than anybody in the country to start the season. The challenge will be much tougher against Khalil Herbert and 19th-ranked Virginia Tech on Saturday.
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Loud and proud; Steelers TE Ebron gleefully making noise
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Eric Ebron never stops talking. Ever. In the huddle. In the locker room. On the field. On social media.
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Big progress for Marlins, but they're still chasing Braves
MIAMI (AP) — After an improbable run to the playoffs, the Miami Marlins confronted a hard reality in the National League Division Series: They still can’t beat the Atlanta Braves.
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Louisville, Georgia Tech looking to cut down on turnovers
ATLANTA (AP) — Geoff Collins believes Georgia Tech is on a path to the top of the Atlantic Coast Conference.
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Yankees come up short again in Game 5 loss to Rays
SAN DIEGO (AP) — When the New York Yankees needed their star-studded lineup to produce runs in an elimination playoff game, they got three hits.
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Brosseau homer off Chapman lifts Rays over Yanks, into ALCS
SAN DIEGO (AP) — Mike Brosseau said he wasn't seeking revenge against hard-throwing Aroldis Chapman, just the chance to keep playing.
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Sims powers Georgia Tech past fumble-prone Louisville, 46-27
ATLANTA (AP) — Geoff Collins knew Georgia Tech's rainy day would come.
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Neymar recovers from back pains, will start against Bolivia
SAO PAULO (AP) — Striker Neymar has recovered from back pain that stopped him from training for days and will start for Brazil on Friday in the opening round of South American World Cup qualifying against Bolivia.
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Dutch double play: Soccer club, Billy Beane team up
ALKMAAR, Netherlands (AP) — Like Billy Beane, Robert Eenhoorn knows all about baseball expectations. The Dutchman was a high draft pick who never made it big on the field — losing his job, in fact, to none other than Derek Jeter.
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Ryan Neal making most of his chance as starter with Seahawks
RENTON, Wash. (AP) — Ryan Neal understands this isn’t likely to last.
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Back from virus, Freeman makes NLCS in 11th year for Braves
HOUSTON (AP) — Freddie Freeman has come a long way this year.
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Panthers coaches to mask up for 'Sweet Caroline' celebration
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) — Panthers head coach Matt Rhule said the team’s coaching staff will be masked up for future victory celebrations in the locker room that include the singing of “Sweet Caroline.”
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Giants place LB Ximines on IR; S Peppers iffy for Dallas
EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. (AP) — The New York Giants have placed outside linebacker Oshane Ximines on injured reserve with a shoulder injury.
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End game: Browns star Garrett off to dominant start in 2020
CLEVELAND (AP) — Myles Garrett shrugged off his latest award with the same ease he shows when blasting past a helpless right tackle on his path to the quarterback.
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Good guy Dusty Baker guides reviled Houston Astros into ALCS
LOS ANGELES (AP) — If there’s a universally recognized good guy among the generally reviled Houston Astros, it’s Dusty Baker.
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Catarina Macario gets US camp call-up, citizenship in 1 day
Brazilian-born Catarina Macario had an eventful day: she got called into training camp with the U.S. women’s national team and she became a U.S. citizen.
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Tatis Jr. helped make baseball fun again in San Diego
SAN DIEGO (AP) — The euphoria of the San Diego Padres’ first playoff series victory in 22 seasons quickly gave way to the pain of being swept out of the playoffs by their biggest rival, the Los Angeles Dodgers.
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Arians not speaking for Brady regarding 4th down confusion
TAMPA, Fla. (AP) — If Tom Brady lost track of what down it was on the final play of a failed comeback bid against the Chicago Bears, the Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback is keeping it to himself.
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Nagy unloads on Bears' offense after win over Brady, Bucs
CHICAGO (AP) — Coach Matt Nagy unloaded on the Chicago Bears’ struggling offense, venting about incorrect route running, breakdowns in blocking technique and missed opportunities for quarterback Nick Foles in the win over Tampa Bay on Thursday night.
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Loud and proud; Steelers TE Ebron gleefully making noise
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Eric Ebron never stops talking. Ever. In the huddle. In the locker room. On the field. On social media.
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Colts rule out Castonzo, Leonard for showdown in Cleveland
INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — The Indianapolis Colts will face the NFL's top-ranked rushing offense without one key starter, linebacker Darius Leonard.
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Browns DT Ogunjobi out Sunday against Colts with injury
CLEVELAND (AP) — The Cleveland Browns will be without one of their best defensive players Sunday against Indianapolis as tackle Larry Ogunjobi sits out with an abdominal injury.
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Big progress for Marlins, but they're still chasing Braves
MIAMI (AP) — After an improbable run to the playoffs, the Miami Marlins confronted a hard reality in the National League Division Series: They still can’t beat the Atlanta Braves.
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Packers TE Tonyan emerges as one of season's big surprises
GREEN BAY, Wis. (AP) — Green Bay Packers tight end Robert Tonyan may get to have his annual offseason training sessions with San Francisco’s George Kittle a little earlier than usual.
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Few positive signs lately for Patricia's defense in Detroit
DETROIT (AP) — Defense was supposed to be Matt Patricia's calling card when he was hired by the Detroit Lions.
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Texas-Oklahoma won't look or feel the same in 2020
Tim Taylor's plans for the Texas-Oklahoma game have changed. Instead of enjoying a long weekend with old friends as he has for decades, he’ll make the trip from Austin in one day, bringing a mask and plenty of hand sanitizer.
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FIFA: International transfer spending drops by almost $1.9B
GENEVA (AP) — Soccer clubs spent nearly $1.9 billion less than last year on international player transfers during the European summer trading window, according to
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Tatis, Padres have to wait till next year as Dodgers sweep
ARLINGTON, Texas (AP) — Fernando Tatis Jr. bent backward from his knees and stared skyward after his wild throw became San Diego's playoff-high fifth error and gave the Los Angeles Dodgers the tying run.
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Coan's injury provides opportunity for Wisconsin QB Mertz
From the moment he announced his college choice, Graham Mertz has received more attention than the typical Wisconsin quarterback.
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No. 15 BYU's attention on UTSA, not rise in rankings
The directive this week for No. 15 BYU: Fixate only on UTSA, not that continual rise in the rankings.
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Pitt knows all about BC QB and former Pa. prep star Jurkovec
BOSTON (AP) — Pittsburgh coach Pat Narduzzi recognizes Boston College quarterback Phil Jurkovec from his time as a Western Pennsylvania prep phenom.
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Serbia oust Norway, advances to Euro 2020 playoff finals
GENEVA (AP) — Sergej Milinković-Savić scored twice to lift Serbia into the European Championship playoff finals with a 2-1 extra-time win over Norway on Thursday.
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Suárez says he spent days in tears amid rift with Barcelona
SAO PAULO (AP) — Striker Luis Suárez said Thursday his former club Barcelona treated him so unfairly that he spent days in tears before his departure to Atlético Madrid.
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Seahawks' Carson thankful injury vs. Cowboys wasn't serious
RENTON, Wash. (AP) — Seattle Seahawks running back Chris Carson is thankful getting alligator rolled by Dallas defensive tackle Trysten Hill at the end of a play two weeks ago didn’t end with him suffering a serious injury.
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Rays burned by opener in Game 4; tab Glasnow for Game 5
SAN DIEGO (AP) — Manager Kevin Cash and the Tampa Bay Rays introduced the concept of an opener to modern baseball two years ago.
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K-State 2-0 in Big 12 for 1st time since 2014 going to TCU
FORT WORTH, Texas (AP) — Kansas State coach Chris Klieman said he didn't even know what the Big 12 standings looked like when he was asked about his Wildcats being among the leaders.
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Padres' record parade to mound doesn't stop Dodgers' sweep
ARLINGTON, Texas (AP) — The Padres paraded pitchers to the mound because they really didn’t have much choice.
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Seahawks seek 1st 5-0 start in team history hosting Vikings
SEATTLE (AP) — Throughout its franchise history, the Seattle Seahawks have never started a season 5-0.
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Improbable playoff run ends for young, improving Marlins
CEO Derek Jeter watched the Miami Marlins’ final game of the season from a sky box at Minute Maid Park in Houston as they underscored a point he had made a few days earlier regarding their climb toward title contention:
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Big 12 takes hit from shoddy defenses of Oklahoma, Texas
Oklahoma and Texas are struggling on defense again, and it has cost both programs and the Big 12 Conference.
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Wright, d'Arnaud lead Braves to sweep Marlins, reach NLCS
HOUSTON (AP) — Not since the days of John Smoltz, Greg Maddux and Tom Glavine had the Atlanta Braves pitched like this in the playoffs.
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South Carolina, Vanderbilt meeting looking for their 1st win
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — The Vanderbilt Commodores and South Carolina Gamecocks have much in common. They both are desperate with 0-2 records.
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Kansas coach Les Miles tests positive for COVID-19
LAWRENCE, Kan. (AP) — Kansas coach Les Miles tested positive for COVID-19 on Thursday and is quarantining in his home, where he plans to fulfill his head coaching responsibilities remotely as the Jayhawks spend a week off before visiting West Virginia.
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Giants receiver Golden Tate says little on fight with Ramsey
EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. (AP) — New York Giants receiver Golden Tate bobbed and weaved in discussing his post-game fight with Rams cornerback Jalen Ramsey last weekend, saying he wants to focus on helping the team finally get a win.
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Bang! Bang! Astros thump away vs Oakland, return to ALCS
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Three years after a sign-stealing scheme propelled the Astros to their first championship, Houston's star-studded lineup did little during the regular season to quiet criticism it could only hit when cheating.
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No. 1 Clemson hosts No. 7 Miami, ACC supremacy at stake
Here are things to watch in the Atlantic Coast Conference in Week 5:
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No. 14 Tennessee looks for signature win vs No. 3 Georgia
ATHENS, Ga. (AP) — Tennessee wants to re-establish its place among the Southeastern Conference elite.
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Top-ranked Clemson, No. 7 Miami face off in ACC showdown
Miami coach Manny Diaz wants big games like the Hurricanes-Clemson matchup to be much more commonplace.
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No. 17 LSU takes burgeoning pass attack to struggling Mizzou
Myles Brennan needed just two games to begin posting historically significant passing numbers at LSU, leaving little doubt about his ability to succeed Heisman Trophy winner Joe Burrow.
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Greinke says he was changing sign sets, not signaling slider
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Zack Greinke's achy right arm raised questions as he prepared to start Game 4 of Houston's AL Division Series.
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Browns look to further validate start against tough Colts
CLEVELAND (AP) — Baker Mayfield knows all about the Browns' tortured history over the past two decades. It's been jammed down his throat.
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Argentina, Uruguay win in long-awaited World Cup qualifiers
SAO PAULO (AP) — In their first matches in almost a year, Argentina and Uruguay won their South American World Cup qualifying openers on Thursday without doing much to impress their fans watching from home.
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Winless Kentucky seeks breakthrough vs. Mississippi State
Kentucky is still looking for its first win of the season after expecting to contend for the Southeastern Conference.
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Stanford's Macario on USWNT's training camp roster
Brazilian-born Stanford midfielder Catarina Macario is among the players who will take part in the U.S. women's national team training camp this month.
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QB Mac Jones leads No. 2 Alabama against Kiffin, Mississippi
Mississippi's Matt Corral appears to have put that offseason quarterback battle firmly into his rear view mirror. No real challenge ever materialized for Alabama's Mac Jones.
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Colts' winning ways keep Hilton happy despite slow start
INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — T.Y. Hilton insists he's a happy man these days.
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Hurricanes' Williams retires as 3-time Stanley Cup champion
RALEIGH, N.C. (AP) — Carolina Hurricanes forward Justin Williams is retiring after 19 NHL seasons and three Stanley Cup championships.
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Patriots all-virtual in prep for delayed game vs. Broncos
FOXBOROUGH, Mass. (AP) — New England coach Bill Belichick says the team is continuing to prepare to play its against the Denver Broncos after the Patriots returned no new positive COVID-19 tests on Thursday.
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No. 4 Florida looks to improve defense against No. 21 A&M
Through two games, the fourth-ranked Florida Gators have done just about anything they wanted on offense.
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Texas, OU set for most unusual version of Red River rivalry
DALLAS (AP) — No. 22 Texas and Oklahoma will meet with both the Red River rivals not ranked in the top 20 for the first time in the 21st century, in a mostly empty Cotton Bowl without the masses of burnt orange and crimson divided at the 50-yard line.
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Pats prepare to host Broncos in shadow of positive tests
FOXBOROUGH, Mass. (AP) — For the second straight week, the New England Patriots are heading into a game after having their preparations disrupted by a teammate testing positive for the coronavirus.
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Air Tide: Alabama, SEC teams cranking up passing games
Quarterbacks and receivers have been the big stars in the Southeastern Conference through two weekends of games.
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Herbert named Chargers' starting QB for rest of season
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Anthony Lynn has taken the temporary starter tag off quarterback Justin Herbert.
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Syracuse hosts winless Duke but remains an underdog again
The Syracuse Orange have one streak going for them — they're picked as the underdog for the fourth straight time, even at home against a winless team and after a bye week to heal.
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No. 8 Tar Heels look to slow No. 19 Hokies' strong run game
Eighth-ranked North Carolina has spent two games shutting down running games better than anybody in the country to start the season. The challenge will be much tougher against Khalil Herbert and 19th-ranked Virginia Tech on Saturday.
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No. 14 Tennessee seeks 9th straight win vs No. 3 Georgia
Here are things to watch in Week 3 in the Southeastern Conference:
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Chiefs ride suddenly stingy defense as Raiders visit Sunday
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — After he was asked the standard questions about the brilliance of Patrick Mahomes and the scourge of COVID-19, Raiders coach Jon Gruden finally lit up when someone questioned him about the vast improvement of the Kansas City defense.
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D'Arnaud's 'old-school hack' helps Braves complete sweep
After playing for three teams in 2019, Travis d'Arnaud felt sure he'd found a home when he signed with the Atlanta Braves last offseason.
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Voit, Torres homer as Yankees beat Rays 5-1 to force Game 5
SAN DIEGO (AP) — The New York Yankees didn't flinch under the pressure of an elimination game and got the AL Division Series against Tampa Bay into the hands of ace Gerrit Cole for the decisive Game 5.
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Louisville, Georgia Tech looking to cut down on turnovers
ATLANTA (AP) — Geoff Collins believes Georgia Tech is on a path to the top of the Atlantic Coast Conference.
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Suárez says he spent days in tears amid rift with Barcelona
SAO PAULO (AP) — Striker Luis Suárez said Thursday his former club Barcelona treated him so unfairly that he spent days in tears before his departure to Atlético Madrid.
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Padres' record parade to mound doesn't stop Dodgers' sweep
ARLINGTON, Texas (AP) — The Padres paraded pitchers to the mound because they really didn’t have much choice.
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Tatis, Padres have to wait till next year as Dodgers sweep
ARLINGTON, Texas (AP) — Fernando Tatis Jr. bent backward from his knees and stared skyward after his wild throw became San Diego's playoff-high fifth error and gave the Los Angeles Dodgers the tying run.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS AGO
Argentina, Uruguay win in long-awaited World Cup qualifiers
SAO PAULO (AP) — In their first matches in almost a year, Argentina and Uruguay won their South American World Cup qualifying openers on Thursday without doing much to impress their fans watching from home.
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Voit, Torres homer as Yankees beat Rays 5-1 to force Game 5
SAN DIEGO (AP) — The New York Yankees didn't flinch under the pressure of an elimination game and got the AL Division Series against Tampa Bay into the hands of ace Gerrit Cole for the decisive Game 5.
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Greinke says he was changing sign sets, not signaling slider
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Zack Greinke's achy right arm raised questions as he prepared to start Game 4 of Houston's AL Division Series.
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Rays burned by opener in Game 4; tab Glasnow for Game 5
SAN DIEGO (AP) — Manager Kevin Cash and the Tampa Bay Rays introduced the concept of an opener to modern baseball two years ago.
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Patriots all-virtual in prep for delayed game vs. Broncos
FOXBOROUGH, Mass. (AP) — New England coach Bill Belichick says the team is continuing to prepare to play its against the Denver Broncos after the Patriots returned no new positive COVID-19 tests on Thursday.
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Bang! Bang! Astros thump away vs Oakland, return to ALCS
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Three years after a sign-stealing scheme propelled the Astros to their first championship, Houston's star-studded lineup did little during the regular season to quiet criticism it could only hit when cheating.
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Seahawks' Carson thankful injury vs. Cowboys wasn't serious
RENTON, Wash. (AP) — Seattle Seahawks running back Chris Carson is thankful getting alligator rolled by Dallas defensive tackle Trysten Hill at the end of a play two weeks ago didn’t end with him suffering a serious injury.
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D'Arnaud's 'old-school hack' helps Braves complete sweep
After playing for three teams in 2019, Travis d'Arnaud felt sure he'd found a home when he signed with the Atlanta Braves last offseason.
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Correa powers Astros past A's 11-6 to clinch ALDS
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Carlos Correa hit a go-ahead, three-run homer after Michael Brantley’s two-run shot in the fourth inning, helping the Houston Astros beat the Oakland Athletics 11-6 on Thursday to clinch their home-run heavy AL Division Series in four games.
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Improbable playoff run ends for young, improving Marlins
CEO Derek Jeter watched the Miami Marlins’ final game of the season from a sky box at Minute Maid Park in Houston as they underscored a point he had made a few days earlier regarding their climb toward title contention:
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No. 17 LSU takes burgeoning pass attack to struggling Mizzou
Myles Brennan needed just two games to begin posting historically significant passing numbers at LSU, leaving little doubt about his ability to succeed Heisman Trophy winner Joe Burrow.
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Browns look to further validate start against tough Colts
CLEVELAND (AP) — Baker Mayfield knows all about the Browns' tortured history over the past two decades. It's been jammed down his throat.
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Serbia oust Norway, advances to Euro 2020 playoff finals
GENEVA (AP) — Sergej Milinković-Savić scored twice to lift Serbia into the European Championship playoff finals with a 2-1 extra-time win over Norway on Thursday.
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Wright, d'Arnaud lead Braves to sweep Marlins, reach NLCS
HOUSTON (AP) — Not since the days of John Smoltz, Greg Maddux and Tom Glavine had the Atlanta Braves pitched like this in the playoffs.
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K-State 2-0 in Big 12 for 1st time since 2014 going to TCU
FORT WORTH, Texas (AP) — Kansas State coach Chris Klieman said he didn't even know what the Big 12 standings looked like when he was asked about his Wildcats being among the leaders.
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Astros' Greinke holds up 2 fingers, then allows HR on slider
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Houston pitcher Zack Greinke' held up two fingers toward Oakland's Ramón Laureano and Astros catcher Martín Maldonado in the second inning of their AL Division Series Game 4 on Thursday, and Laureano hit a hanging slider 440 feet to left for a tiebreaking three-run homer.
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Coan's injury provides opportunity for Wisconsin QB Mertz
From the moment he announced his college choice, Graham Mertz has received more attention than the typical Wisconsin quarterback.
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Giants receiver Golden Tate says little on fight with Ramsey
EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. (AP) — New York Giants receiver Golden Tate bobbed and weaved in discussing his post-game fight with Rams cornerback Jalen Ramsey last weekend, saying he wants to focus on helping the team finally get a win.
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Colts' winning ways keep Hilton happy despite slow start
INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — T.Y. Hilton insists he's a happy man these days.
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Hurricanes' Williams retires as 3-time Stanley Cup champion
RALEIGH, N.C. (AP) — Carolina Hurricanes forward Justin Williams is retiring after 19 NHL seasons and three Stanley Cup championships.
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Chiefs ride suddenly stingy defense as Raiders visit Sunday
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — After he was asked the standard questions about the brilliance of Patrick Mahomes and the scourge of COVID-19, Raiders coach Jon Gruden finally lit up when someone questioned him about the vast improvement of the Kansas City defense.
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Pats prepare to host Broncos in shadow of positive tests
FOXBOROUGH, Mass. (AP) — For the second straight week, the New England Patriots are heading into a game after having their preparations disrupted by a teammate testing positive for the coronavirus.
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Syracuse hosts winless Duke but remains an underdog again
The Syracuse Orange have one streak going for them — they're picked as the underdog for the fourth straight time, even at home against a winless team and after a bye week to heal.
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Texans look for 1st win of season after O'Brien's firing
HOUSTON (AP) — The Bill O’Brien era is over in Houston, and now it’s up to Romeo Crennel to help the Texans try to turn around this dreadful season.
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Herbert named Chargers' starting QB for rest of season
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Anthony Lynn has taken the temporary starter tag off quarterback Justin Herbert.
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Kansas coach Les Miles tests positive for COVID-19
LAWRENCE, Kan. (AP) — Kansas coach Les Miles tested positive for COVID-19 on Thursday and is quarantining in his home, where he plans to fulfill his head coaching responsibilities remotely as the Jayhawks spend a week off before visiting West Virginia.
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Beckham's 3-TD outing may signal return for Browns' star
CLEVELAND (AP) — With the game slipping away, the Browns lined up and snapped the ball from atop the giant blue star in the middle of the field at Dallas' AT&T Stadium and handed it to one of their stars — the sometimes flickering one who on this day was …
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Sean McVay returns with Rams to face old team in Washington
LANDOVER, Md. (AP) — Sean McVay joked on a long-distance catchup with some familiar voices there were more Washington media members left than players or coaches from his time there.
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Chicago Blackhawks parting with Cup-winning G Corey Crawford
CHICAGO (AP) — The Chicago Blackhawks will not re-sign goaltender Corey Crawford in free agency, parting with a key member of its Stanley Cup-winning core and potentially signaling a more extensive rebuild for one of the NHL’s marquee franchises.
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It's a Burrows-Queen reunion when Bengals take on Ravens
It's been one heck of a year for Joe Burrow and Patrick Queen, who won a national championship together at LSU before becoming first-round NFL draft picks and immediately shining as high-impact rookies.
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Seguin among injured Stars in Cup run, Bowness expected back
Dallas Stars forward Tyler Seguin has a torn labrum in his hip that likely will force him to miss the start of next season, while captain Jamie Benn and goaltender Ben Bishop now have time to fully recover from surgeries they had during an extended season that ended in the …
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Bridgewater, Panthers surging as they face reeling Falcons
ATLANTA (AP) — With Teddy Bridgewater showing promise as a long-term replacement for Cam Newton and Mike Davis flourishing as a short-term substitute for Christian McCaffrey, the Carolina Panthers are emerging as a surprise in the NFC South.
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Chiefs welcome back Bashaud Breeland from 4-game suspension
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — The Chiefs began the season eagerly awaiting the return of Bashaud Breeland, the veteran cornerback so instrumental in slowing down the San Francisco 49ers and helping Kansas City win its first Super Bowl in 50 years in February.
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Stanford's Macario on USWNT's training camp roster
Brazilian-born Stanford midfielder Catarina Macario is among the players who will take part in the U.S. women's national team training camp this month.
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QB Mac Jones leads No. 2 Alabama against Kiffin, Mississippi
Mississippi's Matt Corral appears to have put that offseason quarterback battle firmly into his rear view mirror. No real challenge ever materialized for Alabama's Mac Jones.
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No. 4 Florida looks to improve defense against No. 21 A&M
Through two games, the fourth-ranked Florida Gators have done just about anything they wanted on offense.
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Texas, OU set for most unusual version of Red River rivalry
DALLAS (AP) — No. 22 Texas and Oklahoma will meet with both the Red River rivals not ranked in the top 20 for the first time in the 21st century, in a mostly empty Cotton Bowl without the masses of burnt orange and crimson divided at the 50-yard line.
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Pitt knows all about BC QB and former Pa. prep star Jurkovec
BOSTON (AP) — Pittsburgh coach Pat Narduzzi recognizes Boston College quarterback Phil Jurkovec from his time as a Western Pennsylvania prep phenom.
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Back to work: Unbeaten Steelers welcome improving Eagles
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Ben Roethlisberger didn't spend his unexpected weekend off just hanging around. It's impossible when you're the father of three young children.
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Devils put goaltender Cory Schneier on unconditional waivers
NEWARK, N.J. (AP) — The New Jersey Devils have placed veteran goaltender Cory Schneider on unconditional waivers for the purpose of buying out the final two years of his contract.
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Louisville, Georgia Tech looking to cut down on turnovers
ATLANTA (AP) — Geoff Collins believes Georgia Tech is on a path to the top of the Atlantic Coast Conference.
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No. 15 BYU's attention on UTSA, not rise in rankings
The directive this week for No. 15 BYU: Fixate only on UTSA, not that continual rise in the rankings.
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South Carolina, Vanderbilt meeting looking for their 1st win
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — The Vanderbilt Commodores and South Carolina Gamecocks have much in common. They both are desperate with 0-2 records.
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Winless Kentucky seeks breakthrough vs. Mississippi State
Kentucky is still looking for its first win of the season after expecting to contend for the Southeastern Conference.
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No. 8 Tar Heels look to slow No. 19 Hokies' strong run game
Eighth-ranked North Carolina has spent two games shutting down running games better than anybody in the country to start the season. The challenge will be much tougher against Khalil Herbert and 19th-ranked Virginia Tech on Saturday.
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Seahawks seek 1st 5-0 start in team history hosting Vikings
SEATTLE (AP) — Throughout its franchise history, the Seattle Seahawks have never started a season 5-0.
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No. 14 Tennessee looks for signature win vs No. 3 Georgia
ATHENS, Ga. (AP) — Tennessee wants to re-establish its place among the Southeastern Conference elite.
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Top-ranked Clemson, No. 7 Miami face off in ACC showdown
Miami coach Manny Diaz wants big games like the Hurricanes-Clemson matchup to be much more commonplace.
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FIFA rejects El Haddadi bid to switch to Morocco from Spain
GENEVA (AP) — FIFA has rejected a request from the Moroccan soccer federation to let Munir El Haddadi change nationality from Spain despite
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Big 12 takes hit from shoddy defenses of Oklahoma, Texas
Oklahoma and Texas are struggling on defense again, and it has cost both programs and the Big 12 Conference.
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Patriots prepare to play Denver despite closed facility
FOXBOROUGH, Mass. (AP) — New England coach Bill Belichick says the team is continuing to prepare to play this weekend against the Denver Broncos amid reports the Patriots returned no new positive COVID-19 tests on Thursday.
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No. 14 Tennessee seeks 9th straight win vs No. 3 Georgia
Here are things to watch in Week 3 in the Southeastern Conference:
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No. 1 Clemson hosts No. 7 Miami, ACC supremacy at stake
Here are things to watch in the Atlantic Coast Conference in Week 5:
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For Alabama, Jones, 3rd-and-long can become 3rd-and-bomb
Mac Jones has already topped Tua Tagovailoa, Jalen Hurts and every other Alabama quarterback in one category.
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Former Florida State coach Bowden hospitalized with COVID-19
Former Florida State coach Bobby Bowden was hospitalized Tuesday for treatment of COVID-19.
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Arozarena powers Rays past Yanks 8-4 for 2-1 lead in ALDS
SAN DIEGO (AP) — The Tampa Bay Rays are unanimous in their praise of Randy Arozarena, who is living up to his nickname, “The Cuban Rocket."
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Anderson sharp, Markakis alert, Braves blank Miami, lead 2-0
HOUSTON (AP) — Rookie Ian Anderson pitched like an October veteran. Old pro Nick Markakis threw the best strike of the game. And just like that, the Atlanta Braves are on the verge of something they haven't done since the days of Chipper, the Big Three and Bobby Cox.
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Finally! Houston hopes to play long-awaited season opener
HOUSTON (AP) — In more than 25 years of coaching college football, Houston’s Dana Holgorsen had dealt with only two canceled games before this season.
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Bridgewater's patience, accuracy paying off in Carolina
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) — Teddy Bridgewater’s patience is paying off in Carolina.
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Giants' Jones isn't giving Cowboys bulletin board material
EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. (AP) — While he has only played in the NFL for just over a season, New York Giants quarterback Daniel Jones is smart enough not to throw out any bulletin board material days before a game with the Dallas Cowboys.
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Pinder's HR helps rally A's past Astros 9-7, trail ALDS 2-1
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Ramón Laureano sensed his teammates' energy dragging. They were down three runs with time running out to save their season.
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Pandemic limiting what NFL players can do on their off weeks
GREEN BAY, Wis. (AP) — Aaron Rodgers and his Green Bay Packers teammates won’t get a chance to celebrate their fast start by leaving town during their week off.
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Padres finally go deep, but can't avoid 0-2 hole vs Dodgers
ARLINGTON, Texas (AP) — Manny Machado tried to awaken a slumbering San Diego offense by screaming at his teammates after connecting for a homer against Clayton Kershaw.
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Mays' saga brings new chapter to Tennessee-Georgia rivalry
Right tackle Cade Mays and No. 14 Tennessee are about to add another juicy chapter to a Southeastern Conference football soap opera.
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Amazon offering more options for 'Thursday Night Football'
Fans looking for options other than Joe Buck and Troy Aikman calling “Thursday Night Football” will be in luck starting this week as Amazon begins its fourth season of streaming games when Chicago hosts Tampa Bay.
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Pats cancel practices after Gilmore tests positive for COVID
FOXBOROUGH, Mass. (AP) — The New England Patriots canceled practices for Wednesday and Thursday after cornerback Stephon Gilmore became the third player on the team in five days to test positive for the coronavirus.
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Old-man Ehlinger and freshman Rattler face off in Texas-OU
AUSTIN, Texas (AP) — Texas quarterback Sam Ehlinger is the old man of the Red River rivalry. He has seen just about everything.
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Indians' Francona underwent surgeries during health scare
CLEVELAND (AP) — Terry Francona's mind briefly wandered to a life without baseball while he battled through a major health scare.
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Study: MLS gets A for racial hiring, but sliding in gender
A diversity report for racial and gender hiring in Major League Soccer reported a high score for hiring people of color but a fourth straight decline in the hiring of women at the team and league level.
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After bumpy road, The Mailman delivers for No. 3 Georgia
ATHENS, Ga. (AP) — Stetson Bennett certainly has a sense of comedic timing.
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K-State's Klieman agrees to extension, raise through 2026
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — Kansas State coach Chris Klieman agreed to a contract extension through the 2026 season Monday that includes additional incentives and retention bonuses, despite a pandemic that forced the university to announce plans earlier this year to furlough up to 1,500 faculty and staff.
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College football graduate transfers making immediate impacts
MORGANTOWN, W.Va. (AP) — Tony Fields had the desert in his blood growing up in Las Vegas and as a three-year starter at Arizona.
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Camavinga, Caputo set age marks for France, Italy in wins
BERLIN (AP) — France and Italy celebrated notable achievements on opposite ends of the age spectrum on Wednesday as both teams earned big wins in friendly games.
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Schiano says coronavirus is Rutgers' biggest opponent now
With less than three weeks to go before the Big Ten season-opener, Rutgers coach Greg Schiano insists his team's biggest opponent in the football season at this point is the coronavirus pandemic.
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Off target: ACC QBs throwing interceptions at alarming rate
The touchdown passes to interceptions ratio is raising eyebrows around the Atlantic Coast Conference and some coaches point to the coronavirus as the culprit.
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Clemson QB Lawrence continues to avoid costly interceptions
Clemson quarterback Trevor Lawrence has been able to accomplish his goal of protecting the football this season.
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K-State's Klieman aware of optics of raise during COVID-19
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — It was some time in January when Kansas State athletic director Gene Taylor approached Chris Klieman about a contract extension, one that would include a raise that put him in the upper tier of Big 12 football coaches.
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Yankees on the brink after 2 games of pitching problems
SAN DIEGO (AP) — The final pitch of Masahiro Tanaka's seven years with the New York Yankees might have been a slider down the middle that Randy Arozarena crushed for another Rays homer in Game 3 of the AL Division Series.
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Air Tide: Alabama, SEC teams cranking up passing games
Quarterbacks and receivers have been the big stars in the Southeastern Conference through two weekends of games.
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Baker doesn't have many options for Astros Game 4 starter
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Dusty Baker wanted his Houston Astros to knock out the Oakland Athletics on Wednesday so his team could get rest and maintain momentum.
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Grabbing Snacks: Seahawks sign veteran DT Damon Harrison
RENTON, Wash. (AP) — Looking to bolster the interior of their defensive line, the Seattle Seahawks signed former All-Pro Damon “Snacks” Harrison to their practice squad Wednesday and he could make his debut as early as Sunday against Minnesota.
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Kyle Trask leads Florida into venue that inspired his name
GAINESVILLE, Fla. (AP) — When Florida quarterback Kyle Trask walks into Kyle Field this weekend, it surely will feel a little surreal.
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Steelers hope unexpected layoff doesn't mess with rhythm
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Three weeks into his comeback from right elbow surgery, Ben Roethlisberger could feel the rust coming off.
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Bills place cornerback Levi Wallace on IR, promote Lewis
ORCHARD PARK, N.Y. (AP) — The Buffalo Bills placed starting cornerback Levi Wallace on injured reserve and signed cornerback Cam Lewis off their practice squad on Wednesday.
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Closing time: No. 4 Florida looking to finish games better
GAINESVILLE, Fla. (AP) — Coach Dan Mullen wants his unbeaten Florida Gators to be unrelenting.
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Padres finally go deep, but can't avoid 0-2 hole vs Dodgers
ARLINGTON, Texas (AP) — Manny Machado tried to awaken a slumbering San Diego offense by screaming at his teammates after connecting for a homer against Clayton Kershaw.
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Arozarena powers Rays past Yanks 8-4 for 2-1 lead in ALDS
SAN DIEGO (AP) — The Tampa Bay Rays are unanimous in their praise of Randy Arozarena, who is living up to his nickname, “The Cuban Rocket."
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Yankees on the brink after 2 games of pitching problems
SAN DIEGO (AP) — The final pitch of Masahiro Tanaka's seven years with the New York Yankees might have been a slider down the middle that Randy Arozarena crushed for another Rays homer in Game 3 of the AL Division Series.
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Arozarena leads Rays' power display in 8-4 win vs Yankees
SAN DIEGO (AP) — Randy Arozarena homered for the third straight game and Kevin Kiermaier and Michael Perez also went deep for the Tampa Bay Rays, who beat the New York Yankees 8-4 Wednesday night to move within one victory of reaching the AL Championship Series for the first time …
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Baker doesn't have many options for Astros Game 4 starter
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Dusty Baker wanted his Houston Astros to knock out the Oakland Athletics on Wednesday so his team could get rest and maintain momentum.
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Amazon offering more options for 'Thursday Night Football'
Fans looking for options other than Joe Buck and Troy Aikman calling “Thursday Night Football” will be in luck starting this week as Amazon begins its fourth season of streaming games when Chicago hosts Tampa Bay.
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Pinder's HR helps rally A's past Astros 9-7, trail ALDS 2-1
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Ramón Laureano sensed his teammates' energy dragging. They were down three runs with time running out to save their season.
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Giants' Jones isn't giving Cowboys bulletin board material
EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. (AP) — While he has only played in the NFL for just over a season, New York Giants quarterback Daniel Jones is smart enough not to throw out any bulletin board material days before a game with the Dallas Cowboys.
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Grabbing Snacks: Seahawks sign veteran DT Damon Harrison
RENTON, Wash. (AP) — Looking to bolster the interior of their defensive line, the Seattle Seahawks signed former All-Pro Damon “Snacks” Harrison to their practice squad Wednesday and he could make his debut as early as Sunday against Minnesota.
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Bridgewater's patience, accuracy paying off in Carolina
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) — Teddy Bridgewater’s patience is paying off in Carolina.
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Camavinga, Caputo set age marks for France, Italy in wins
BERLIN (AP) — France and Italy celebrated notable achievements on opposite ends of the age spectrum on Wednesday as both teams earned big wins in friendly games.
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Steelers hope unexpected layoff doesn't mess with rhythm
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Three weeks into his comeback from right elbow surgery, Ben Roethlisberger could feel the rust coming off.
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Pats cancel practices after Gilmore tests positive for COVID
FOXBOROUGH, Mass. (AP) — The New England Patriots canceled practices for Wednesday and Thursday after cornerback Stephon Gilmore became the third player on the team in five days to test positive for the coronavirus.
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Bills place cornerback Levi Wallace on IR, promote Lewis
ORCHARD PARK, N.Y. (AP) — The Buffalo Bills placed starting cornerback Levi Wallace on injured reserve and signed cornerback Cam Lewis off their practice squad on Wednesday.
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Anderson sharp, Markakis alert, Braves blank Miami, lead 2-0
HOUSTON (AP) — Rookie Ian Anderson pitched like an October veteran. Old pro Nick Markakis threw the best strike of the game. And just like that, the Atlanta Braves are on the verge of something they haven't done since the days of Chipper, the Big Three and Bobby Cox.
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Ravens, Jackson and Brown dig deep to connect on long passes
Lamar Jackson's longest run this season covered more yardage than his deepest completed pass, which goes a long way toward explaining the most notable flaw in Baltimore's offense over the first four games.
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Backup plan: Hunt set to carry load for Browns without Chubb
CLEVELAND (AP) — Losing a star running back of Nick Chubb's caliber for several games would devastate most teams — maybe not the Cleveland Browns.
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Indians' Francona underwent surgeries during health scare
CLEVELAND (AP) — Terry Francona's mind briefly wandered to a life without baseball while he battled through a major health scare.
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Air Tide: Alabama, SEC teams cranking up passing games
Quarterbacks and receivers have been the big stars in the Southeastern Conference through two weekends of games.
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Pandemic limiting what NFL players can do on their off weeks
GREEN BAY, Wis. (AP) — Aaron Rodgers and his Green Bay Packers teammates won’t get a chance to celebrate their fast start by leaving town during their week off.
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Brady, Buccaneers look to keep rolling when they meet Bears
CHICAGO (AP) — The Tampa Bay Buccaneers signed Tom Brady in the offseason hoping the six-time Super Bowl champion quarterback could help them end a 12-year playoff drought and capture the biggest prize of all.
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Old-man Ehlinger and freshman Rattler face off in Texas-OU
AUSTIN, Texas (AP) — Texas quarterback Sam Ehlinger is the old man of the Red River rivalry. He has seen just about everything.
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Indians' Francona underwent several surgeries during season
CLEVELAND (AP) — Indians manager Terry Francona revealed he underwent several surgeries in a four-day span and required an extended stay in intensive care while dealing with major health issues that sidelined him for most of the 2020 season.
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Salary-shedding Predators trade Bonino to Wild for Kunin
The Nashville Predators traded center Nick Bonino to the Minnesota Wild for forward Luke Kunin on Wednesday, a swap on the second day of the NHL draft that sent two picks to the Wild and one back to the Predators.
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Study: MLS gets A for racial hiring, but sliding in gender
A diversity report for racial and gender hiring in Major League Soccer reported a high score for hiring people of color but a fourth straight decline in the hiring of women at the team and league level.
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Chiefs in tough spot amid COVID-19 positives on other teams
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes has taken every precaution he can imagine to prevent contracting COVID-19, putting limits on who visits his home and even sleeping in a separate bedroom from his pregnant fiancée.
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Off target: ACC QBs throwing interceptions at alarming rate
The touchdown passes to interceptions ratio is raising eyebrows around the Atlantic Coast Conference and some coaches point to the coronavirus as the culprit.
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Washington benches QB Haskins, switches to Allen vs. Rams
Dwayne Haskins didn't show enough progress in Ron Rivera's eyes, so he's going from starting quarterback to out of uniform.
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Miami's Flores says Tua isn't ready to assume starting role
MIAMI (AP) — Miami Dolphins coach Brian Flores says Tua Tagovailoa needs more time to be groomed for the job he was drafted to fill.
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Patriots cancel practice amid reports of new positive test
FOXBOROUGH, Mass. (AP) — The New England Patriots have canceled practice amid reports that a third player has tested positive for the coronavirus.
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Messi, Neymar aim for World Cup qualifying amid pandemic
SAO PAULO (AP) — Lionel Messi and Neymar return to national team duty this week to launch World Cup qualifying campaigns that the South American superstars hope will lead to glory in Qatar in 2022.
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For Alabama, Jones, 3rd-and-long can become 3rd-and-bomb
Mac Jones has already topped Tua Tagovailoa, Jalen Hurts and every other Alabama quarterback in one category.
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Former Florida State coach Bowden hospitalized with COVID-19
Former Florida State coach Bobby Bowden was hospitalized Tuesday for treatment of COVID-19.
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On the brink: Athletics find themselves in familiar spot
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Chad Pinder and the Oakland Athletics knew the Houston Astros were going to be a difficult opponent in the AL Division Series even after winning seven of 10 meetings during the regular season.
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Finally! Houston hopes to play long-awaited season opener
HOUSTON (AP) — In more than 25 years of coaching college football, Houston’s Dana Holgorsen had dealt with only two canceled games before this season.
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Clevinger, Tingler out early for wild Padres in 5-1 loss
ARLINGTON, Texas (AP) — Mike Clevinger barely pitched into the second inning after missing the first round of the playoffs with an elbow injury, and Padres rookie manager Jayce Tingler wasn't around to see the end of his first Division Series game.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS AGO
Acuña HR, plunked again, Braves top Marlins 9-5 to open NLDS
HOUSTON (AP) — Ronald Acuña Jr. made history with a leadoff home run to start things off for the Atlanta Braves in their NL Division Series opener against Miami.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS AGO
Bucs TE O.J. Howard ruptures Achilles tendon, out for season
TAMPA, Fla. (AP) — Tampa Bay Buccaneers tight end O.J. Howard will miss the remainder of the season after rupturing his right Achilles tendon.
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US Soccer, Jill Ellis announce coach mentorship program
Jill Ellis never left soccer, she just shifted focus.
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Mays' saga brings new chapter to Tennessee-Georgia rivalry
Right tackle Cade Mays and No. 14 Tennessee are about to add another juicy chapter to a Southeastern Conference football soap opera.
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Indians enter offseason of major decisions, uncertainty
CLEVELAND (AP) — A short, stressful 2020 season that ended two games into the playoffs is being followed by an equally harrowing offseason for the Cleveland Indians.
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After bumpy road, The Mailman delivers for No. 3 Georgia
ATHENS, Ga. (AP) — Stetson Bennett certainly has a sense of comedic timing.
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Patriots have much to fix with Newton's status up in the air
FOXBOROUGH, Mass. (AP) — The Patriots anticipated having some offensive limitations without starting quarterback Cam Newton in the lineup against the defending champion Chiefs.
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K-State's Klieman agrees to extension, raise through 2026
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — Kansas State coach Chris Klieman agreed to a contract extension through the 2026 season Monday that includes additional incentives and retention bonuses, despite a pandemic that forced the university to announce plans earlier this year to furlough up to 1,500 faculty and staff.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS AGO
College football graduate transfers making immediate impacts
MORGANTOWN, W.Va. (AP) — Tony Fields had the desert in his blood growing up in Las Vegas and as a three-year starter at Arizona.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS AGO
Schiano says coronavirus is Rutgers' biggest opponent now
With less than three weeks to go before the Big Ten season-opener, Rutgers coach Greg Schiano insists his team's biggest opponent in the football season at this point is the coronavirus pandemic.
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Clemson QB Lawrence continues to avoid costly interceptions
Clemson quarterback Trevor Lawrence has been able to accomplish his goal of protecting the football this season.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS AGO
K-State's Klieman aware of optics of raise during COVID-19
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — It was some time in January when Kansas State athletic director Gene Taylor approached Chris Klieman about a contract extension, one that would include a raise that put him in the upper tier of Big 12 football coaches.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS AGO
Springer hits 2 HRs, Astros beat A's 5-2 for 2-0 ALDS lead
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Back-to-back home runs off back-to-back pitches. The Houston Astros can't miss these days.
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Kyle Trask leads Florida into venue that inspired his name
GAINESVILLE, Fla. (AP) — When Florida quarterback Kyle Trask walks into Kyle Field this weekend, it surely will feel a little surreal.
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Stanton's 2 big homers not enough to power Yankees in Game 2
SAN DIEGO (AP) — Giancarlo Stanton's second homer Tuesday night left his bat at 118 mph with a ferocious crack. Players on both teams gaped from the dugouts while the three-run shot rocketed a projected 458 feet to the empty patio atop the highest level of outfield seats at Petco …
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Packers look more dominant as they enter bye week unbeaten
GREEN BAY, Wis. (AP) — Good health and good fortune helped the Green Bay Packers win the NFC North title and reach the conference championship game last season.
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Rays hit 4 homers, Glasnow fans 10 in 7-5 win against Yanks
SAN DIEGO (AP) — With their pitching staff providing a record 18 strikeouts, the Tampa Bay Rays showed some pop of their own against the New York Yankees.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS AGO
Closing time: No. 4 Florida looking to finish games better
GAINESVILLE, Fla. (AP) — Coach Dan Mullen wants his unbeaten Florida Gators to be unrelenting.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS AGO
Clevinger, Tingler out early for wild Padres in 5-1 loss
ARLINGTON, Texas (AP) — Mike Clevinger barely pitched into the second inning after missing the first round of the playoffs with an elbow injury, and manager Jayce Tingler wasn't around to see the end of his first Division Series game.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS AGO
Stanton's 2 big homers not enough to power Yankees in Game 2
SAN DIEGO (AP) — Giancarlo Stanton's second homer Tuesday night left his bat at 118 mph with a ferocious crack. Players on both teams gaped from the dugouts while the three-run shot rocketed a projected 458 feet to the empty patio atop the highest level of outfield seats at Petco …
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS AGO
Rays hit 4 homers, Glasnow fans 10 in 7-5 win against Yanks
SAN DIEGO (AP) — With their pitching staff providing a record 18 strikeouts, the Tampa Bay Rays showed some pop of their own against the New York Yankees.
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Former Florida State coach Bowden hospitalized with COVID-19
Former Florida State coach Bobby Bowden was hospitalized Tuesday for treatment of COVID-19.
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On the brink: Athletics find themselves in familiar spot
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Chad Pinder and the Oakland Athletics knew the Houston Astros were going to be a difficult opponent in the AL Division Series even after winning seven of 10 meetings during the regular season.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Springer hits 2 HRs, Astros beat A's 5-2 for 2-0 ALDS lead
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Back-to-back home runs off back-to-back pitches. The Houston Astros can't miss these days.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Acuña HR, plunked again, Braves top Marlins 9-5 to open NLDS
HOUSTON (AP) — Ronald Acuña Jr. made history with a leadoff home run to start things off for the Atlanta Braves in their NL Division Series opener against Miami.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
US Soccer, Jill Ellis announce coach mentorship program
Jill Ellis never left soccer, she just shifted focus.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Mays' saga brings new chapter to Tennessee-Georgia rivalry
Right tackle Cade Mays and No. 14 Tennessee are about to add another juicy chapter to a Southeastern Conference football soap opera.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Packers look more dominant as they enter bye week unbeaten
GREEN BAY, Wis. (AP) — Good health and good fortune helped the Green Bay Packers win the NFC North title and reach the conference championship game last season.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Indians enter offseason of major decisions, uncertainty
CLEVELAND (AP) — A short, stressful 2020 season that ended two games into the playoffs is being followed by an equally harrowing offseason for the Cleveland Indians.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
D'Arnaud, Braves rally in 7th, beat Marlins 9-5 to open NLDS
HOUSTON (AP) — Ronald Acuña Jr. made history with his leadoff homer, Travis d’Arnaud hit a tiebreaking shot in Atlanta’s huge seventh inning and the Braves beat the Miami Marlins 9-5 Tuesday in Game 1 of the NL Division Series.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Finally! Houston hopes to play long-awaited season opener
HOUSTON (AP) — In more than 25 years of coaching college football, Houston’s Dana Holgorsen had dealt with only two canceled games before this season.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Bucs TE O.J. Howard ruptures Achilles tendon, out for season
TAMPA, Fla. (AP) — Tampa Bay Buccaneers tight end O.J. Howard will miss the remainder of the season after rupturing his right Achilles tendon.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Clemson QB Lawrence continues to avoid costly interceptions
Clemson quarterback Trevor Lawrence has been able to accomplish his goal of protecting the football this season.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
K-State's Klieman aware of optics of raise during COVID-19
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — It was some time in January when Kansas State athletic director Gene Taylor approached Chris Klieman about a contract extension, one that would include a raise that put him in the upper tier of Big 12 football coaches.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Patriots have much to fix with Newton's status up in the air
FOXBOROUGH, Mass. (AP) — The Patriots anticipated having some offensive limitations without starting quarterback Cam Newton in the lineup against the defending champion Chiefs.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
For Alabama, Jones, 3rd-and-long can become 3rd-and-bomb
Mac Jones has already topped Tua Tagovailoa, Jalen Hurts and every other Alabama quarterback in one category.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Quinn still searching for ways to end slide with 0-4 Falcons
ATLANTA (AP) — The Atlanta Falcons have dropped to 0-4 for the first time since 1999 after a 30-16 loss to the Green Bay Packers on Monday night.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Calvert-Lewin ticking all the boxes ahead of England debut
Looking the part as the dutiful new kid, Dominic Calvert-Lewin removed his flat cap and spoke politely to England coach Gareth Southgate after arriving for his first training camp with the national team.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Euro 2020 playoffs highlight busy week for European nations
GENEVA (AP) — Soccer's game of catch-up on matches missed during the coronavirus pandemic sees European Championship qualifying playoffs headline an expanded stretch of national-team action starting Wednesday, and fans can attend in some countries.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
College football graduate transfers making immediate impacts
MORGANTOWN, W.Va. (AP) — Tony Fields had the desert in his blood growing up in Las Vegas and as a three-year starter at Arizona.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Chiefs see areas in need of improvement in win over Patriots
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — Andy Reid stepped to the podium and tried to put a positive spin on the game, then quarterback Patrick Mahomes and safety Tyrann Mathieu took their turns behind the microphone with morose looks upon their faces.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Kyle Trask leads Florida into venue that inspired his name
GAINESVILLE, Fla. (AP) — When Florida quarterback Kyle Trask walks into Kyle Field this weekend, it surely will feel a little surreal.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Not yet Tua time: Fitzpatrick to remain Dolphins' starter
MIAMI (AP) — Ryan Fitzpatrick will remain the Miami Dolphins’ starting quarterback for at least another week, further delaying the NFL debut of Tua Tagovailoa.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
No. 12 North Carolina holds on to beat Boston College 26-22
BOSTON (AP) — North Carolina safety Trey Morrison stepped in front of the 2-point conversion attempt and saw a path to the other end zone, 99 yards away.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Cardinals humbled but not hopeless after 2 straight losses
All that optimism surrounding the Arizona Cardinals following two straight wins to start the season has evaporated in a hurry.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Patriots hang tough despite long odds in loss to Chiefs
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — The New England Patriots weren’t about to make any excuses for their loss to the Kansas City Chiefs on Monday night.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Ole Miss edges Kentucky 42-41 in OT for Kiffin's first win
LEXINGTON, Ky. (AP) — The two-touchdown deficit to Kentucky didn't faze Mississippi or coach Lane Kiffin.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Suddenly dominant defense changing everything for Colts
INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — Indianapolis Colts coach Frank Reich prides himself on being an aggressive play-caller.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Marlins look for more playoff success against Braves in NLDS
HOUSTON (AP) — The Miami Marlins have been the biggest surprise of the postseason so far.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
No. 17 Oklahoma State rolls to 47-7 victory over Kansas
LAWRENCE, Kan. (AP) — Oklahoma State coach Mike Gundy finally got to see what his offense was capable of doing Saturday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Minnesota trades goalie Dubnyk, forward Donato to San Jose
The Minnesota Wild traded goalie Devan Dubnyk and forward Ryan Donato to the San Jose Sharks in two separate deals Monday, continuing their makeover under general manager Bill Guerin.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Seahawks take a different path in rolling to 4-0 start
SEATTLE (AP) — K.J. Wright is one of the few that are still around and can provide the perspective.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Texans fire coach Bill O'Brien after 0-4 start
HOUSTON (AP) — The Houston Texans had faith that coach Bill O'Brien was the man to lead them to their first championship.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Atlético loses Partey; Barcelona unable to boost squad
MADRID (AP) — None of the top three clubs in Spain made major additions by the end of the transfer window on Monday. Atlético Madrid was frustrated at losing defensive midfielder Thomas Partey and Barcelona was unable to sign a striker or a defender.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Blown leads, QB questions have Chargers' Lynn on defensive
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Anthony Lynn already has enough on his plate with the Los Angeles Chargers continuing to pile up injuries. The fourth-year coach now has to deal with finding a way to finish games and showing he supports rookie quarterback Justin Herbert.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Poor start after Hopkins trade costs Texans' O'Brien his job
HOUSTON (AP) — As it turns out, the curious decision to trade star receiver DeAndre Hopkins in the offseason was the beginning of the end for Houston Texans coach and general manager Bill O'Brien.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Rodgers, Tonyan lead Packers to 30-16 victory over Falcons
GREEN BAY, Wis. (AP) — The Green Bay Packers needed someone to step forward when injuries left their top two wide receivers unavailable.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Chiefs lean on D to beat Pats 26-10 in COVID-19-delayed game
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — It's hard enough to slow down Patrick Mahomes and the Chiefs under the best of circumstances.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Brown's TD run lifts West Virginia over Baylor 27-21 in 2OT
MORGANTOWN, W.Va. (AP) — Leddie Brown scored a 3-yard touchdown run in the second overtime after West Virginia's defense made a stop, and the Mountaineers outlasted Baylor 27-21 on Saturday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Houston's young bullpen quickly maturing during postseason
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Without the likes of Justin Verlander and Gerrit Cole, the Houston Astros need someone on staff to step up this October.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Stanton, Yankees power way to 9-3 win against Rays in opener
SAN DIEGO (AP) — Giancarlo Stanton and the Bronx Bombers made themselves right at home in Petco Park on a warm October evening in Southern California.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
After bumpy road, The Mailman delivers for No. 3 Georgia
ATHENS, Ga. (AP) — Stetson Bennett certainly has a sense of comedic timing.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
K-State's Klieman agrees to extension, raise through 2026
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — Kansas State coach Chris Klieman agreed to a contract extension through the 2026 season Monday that includes additional incentives and retention bonuses, despite a pandemic that forced the university to announce plans earlier this year to furlough up to 1,500 faculty and staff.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Whitworth: Rams' start to season "an entirely different 3-1"
LOS ANGELES (AP) — The Rams are 3-1 after the first quarter of the NFL regular season for the second consecutive year, even after a win over the Giants that felt like a setback for Los Angeles' previously powerful offense.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Schiano says coronavirus is Rutgers' biggest opponent now
With less than three weeks to go before the Big Ten season-opener, Rutgers coach Greg Schiano insists his team's biggest opponent in the football season at this point is the coronavirus pandemic.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Brennan throws 4 TD passes, No. 20 LSU beats Vanderbilt 41-7
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — The LSU Tigers proved they could protect their quarterback, and Myles Brennan showed what he could do with some time to throw.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Ramsey, Tate unlikely to face team discipline for fight
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Los Angeles Rams cornerback Jalen Ramsey and New York Giants receiver Golden Tate are unlikely to be disciplined by their teams for their postgame fight at SoFi Stadium, judging by comments from both players' coaches Monday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Herbert, Virginia Tech beat Duke 38-31 for 2-0 start
DURHAM, N.C. (AP) — Khalil Herbert ran for 208 yards and two touchdowns, including a 60-yard score with 2:20 left, to help shorthanded Virginia Tech hold off Duke for a 38-31 win on Saturday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Jones throws deep, No. 2 Alabama tops No. 13 Texas A&M 52-24
TUSCALOOSA, Ala. (AP) — Mac Jones launched his first pass far to John Metchie III for a 78-yard touchdown. It was most definitely a sign of things to come.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Chubb's knee injury will test Browns' depth, legitimacy
CLEVELAND (AP) — Off to their best start since quarterback Baker Mayfield was in first grade, the Cleveland Browns survived playing most of one game without star running back Nick Chubb.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Bad break: Patient Yankees clobber Tampa Bay ace Blake Snell
SAN DIEGO (AP) — Although Blake Snell was thoroughly frustrated about giving up three homers in his biggest start of the season, the Tampa Bay ace at least had a grudging appreciation for the New York Yankees' swings on each ball that cleared the wall at Petco Park.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
First-place Bucs building confidence with winning streak
TAMPA, Fla. (AP) — The first-place Tampa Bay Buccaneers are building confidence with each victory.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Browns star Chubb to miss 'several weeks' with knee injury
CLEVELAND (AP) — Nick Chubb has been stopped for a while.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Lions, Patricia head into bye with urgent need to improve
DETROIT (AP) — The
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Saints' offense gets back to Payton-Brees era norm
NEW ORLEANS (AP) — Without two top receiving targets, the Saints' offense managed to produce the way it often has for the past decade and a half since coach Sean Payton and quarterback Drew Brees joined forces in New Orleans.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Injuries, losses keep piling up for winless Falcons
GREEN BAY, Wis. (AP) — The winless Atlanta Falcons are losing defensive backs even more frequently than they're losing games.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Stetson Bennett, No. 4 Georgia romp past No. 7 Auburn 27-6
ATHENS, Ga. (AP) — The Mailman delivered for Georgia in his first college start, teaming with a dominant defense to lead the Bulldogs to an eye-opening victory in the first Top 10 matchup of the college football season.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Correa, Springer rally Astros past A's 10-5 in ALDS opener
LOS ANGELES (AP) — A home run derby broke out during a hot, dry day at Dodger Stadium, and suddenly the Houston Astros have their swing and swagger back.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
PSG snatches Rafinha, signs Danilo Pereira on deadline day
Paris Saint-Germain secured a last-minute deal with Barcelona on the transfer window’s deadline day to lure Brazilian midfielder Rafinha just a few hours after Danilo Pereira joined the French league champion.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Air Force kicker, defense pave way to 40-7 win over Navy
AIR FORCE ACADEMY, Colo. (AP) — The Air Force Falcons took advantage of their delayed start — to settle on a kicker, to plug holes on a decimated defense, to game plan for rival Navy.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Max Duggan and TCU beat No. 9 Longhorns again 33-31
AUSTIN, Texas (AP) — Texas ran out of comebacks against Max Duggan and TCU.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Lawrence's 3 TDs lead No. 1 Clemson to 41-23 win vs Virginia
CLEMSON, S.C. (AP) — Trevor Lawrence was happy with Clemson's win over Virginia. He was also glad the top-ranked Tigers were challenged a bit this early in the season.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Closing time: No. 4 Florida looking to finish games better
GAINESVILLE, Fla. (AP) — Coach Dan Mullen wants his unbeaten Florida Gators to be unrelenting.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Injuries, losses keep piling up for winless Falcons
GREEN BAY, Wis. (AP) — The winless Atlanta Falcons are losing defensive backs even more frequently than they're losing games.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Rodgers, Tonyan lead Packers to 30-16 victory over Falcons
GREEN BAY, Wis. (AP) — The Green Bay Packers needed someone to step forward when injuries left their top two wide receivers unavailable.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Stanton, Yankees power way to 9-3 win against Rays in opener
SAN DIEGO (AP) — Giancarlo Stanton and the Bronx Bombers made themselves right at home in Petco Park on a warm October evening in Southern California.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Bad break: Patient Yankees clobber Tampa Bay ace Blake Snell
SAN DIEGO (AP) — Although Blake Snell was thoroughly frustrated about giving up three homers in his biggest start of the season, the Tampa Bay ace at least had a grudging appreciation for the New York Yankees' swings on each ball that cleared the wall at Petco Park.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Patriots hang tough despite long odds in loss to Chiefs
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — The New England Patriots weren’t about to make any excuses for their loss to the Kansas City Chiefs on Monday night.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Ramsey, Tate unlikely to face team discipline for fight
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Los Angeles Rams cornerback Jalen Ramsey and New York Giants receiver Golden Tate are unlikely to be disciplined by their teams for their postgame fight at SoFi Stadium, judging by comments from both players' coaches Monday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Chiefs lean on D to beat Pats 26-10 in COVID-19-delayed game
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — It's hard enough to slow down Patrick Mahomes and the Chiefs under the best of circumstances.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Minnesota trades goalie Dubnyk, forward Donato to San Jose
The Minnesota Wild traded goalie Devan Dubnyk and forward Ryan Donato to the San Jose Sharks in two separate deals Monday, continuing their makeover under general manager Bill Guerin.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Houston's young bullpen quickly maturing during postseason
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Without the likes of Justin Verlander and Gerrit Cole, the Houston Astros need someone on staff to step up this October.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Cardinals humbled but not hopeless after 2 straight losses
All that optimism surrounding the Arizona Cardinals following two straight wins to start the season has evaporated in a hurry.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Marlins look for more playoff success against Braves in NLDS
HOUSTON (AP) — The Miami Marlins have been the biggest surprise of the postseason so far.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Saints' offense gets back to Payton-Brees era norm
NEW ORLEANS (AP) — Without two top receiving targets, the Saints' offense managed to produce the way it often has for the past decade and a half since coach Sean Payton and quarterback Drew Brees joined forces in New Orleans.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Correa, Springer rally Astros past A's 10-5 in ALDS opener
LOS ANGELES (AP) — A home run derby broke out during a hot, dry day at Dodger Stadium, and suddenly the Houston Astros have their swing and swagger back.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Seahawks take a different path in rolling to 4-0 start
SEATTLE (AP) — K.J. Wright is one of the few that are still around and can provide the perspective.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Springer, Correa rally Astros past A's 10-5 in ALDS opener
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Carlos Correa homered twice and drove in four, Jose Altuve hit a go-ahead, two-run single during Houston's four-run sixth inning and the Astros rallied to beat the Oakland Athletics 10-5 in the opener of their AL Division Series on Monday at Dodger Stadium.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
First-place Bucs building confidence with winning streak
TAMPA, Fla. (AP) — The first-place Tampa Bay Buccaneers are building confidence with each victory.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Lions, Patricia head into bye with urgent need to improve
DETROIT (AP) — The
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Atlético loses Partey; Barcelona unable to boost squad
MADRID (AP) — None of the top three clubs in Spain made major additions by the end of the transfer window on Monday. Atlético Madrid was frustrated at losing defensive midfielder Thomas Partey and Barcelona was unable to sign a striker or a defender.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Blown leads, QB questions have Chargers' Lynn on defensive
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Anthony Lynn already has enough on his plate with the Los Angeles Chargers continuing to pile up injuries. The fourth-year coach now has to deal with finding a way to finish games and showing he supports rookie quarterback Justin Herbert.
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Poor start after Hopkins trade costs Texans' O'Brien his job
HOUSTON (AP) — As it turns out, the curious decision to trade star receiver DeAndre Hopkins in the offseason was the beginning of the end for Houston Texans coach and general manager Bill O'Brien.
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PSG snatches Rafinha, signs Danilo Pereira on deadline day
Paris Saint-Germain secured a last-minute deal with Barcelona on the transfer window’s deadline day to lure Brazilian midfielder Rafinha just a few hours after Danilo Pereira joined the French league champion.
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Suddenly dominant defense changing everything for Colts
INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — Indianapolis Colts coach Frank Reich prides himself on being an aggressive play-caller.
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Chargers' Ekeler out at least 3 games with hamstring injury
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Add Austin Ekeler's name to the long list of Los Angeles Chargers standout players who are sidelined because of an injury.
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Ravens still have room for improvement despite 3-1 record
The Ravens reached the quarter-pole of the regular season with a better record than at this point last year, which would be cause for optimism given that Baltimore finished with a league-best 14 wins in 2019.
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Texans fire coach Bill O'Brien after 0-4 start
HOUSTON (AP) — The Houston Texans had faith that coach Bill O'Brien was the man to lead them to their first championship.
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Patriots without RB Sony Michel vs Chiefs
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — The New England Patriots, already without quarterback Cam Newton because of a positive COVID-19 test, also were without running back Sony Michel because of a quad injury when they played the Kansas City Chiefs on Monday night.
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Schiano says coronavirus is Rutgers' biggest opponent now
With less than three weeks to go before the Big Ten season-opener, Rutgers coach Greg Schiano insists his team's biggest opponent in the football season at this point is the coronavirus pandemic.
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Minnesota Wild trade Dubnyk, Donato to Sharks for picks
The Minnesota Wild traded goalie Devan Dubnyk and forward Ryan Donato to the San Jose Sharks in two separate deals on Monday, continuing their makeover under general manager Bill Guerin.
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After bumpy road, The Mailman delivers for No. 3 Georgia
ATHENS, Ga. (AP) — Stetson Bennett certainly has a sense of comedic timing.
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AP source: Texans fire coach Bill O'Brien after 0-4 start
HOUSTON (AP) — Houston Texans coach and general manager Bill O’Brien has been fired, a person familiar with the move told The Associated Press.
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Closing time: No. 4 Florida looking to finish games better
GAINESVILLE, Fla. (AP) — Coach Dan Mullen wants his unbeaten Florida Gators to be unrelenting.
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Tua time? Even at 1-3, Dolphins' Flores says not so fast
MIAMI (AP) — When asked Monday about the Miami Dolphins' quarterback situation, coach Brian Flores
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Brewers GM Stearns: Payroll "uncertain" in '21 due to virus
MILWAUKEE (AP) — Milwaukee Brewers general manager David Stearns said the team might trim payroll in 2021 following three straight postseason trips due to financial hardships brought on by the coronavirus pandemic.
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Epstein expects to remain with Cubs at least for next season
CHICAGO (AP) — Theo Epstein appears to be gearing up for one more go-round as the Chicago Cubs' president of baseball operations.
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Chubb's knee injury will test Browns' depth, legitimacy
CLEVELAND (AP) — Off to their best start since quarterback Baker Mayfield was in first grade, the Cleveland Browns survived playing most of one game without star running back Nick Chubb.
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Rivers runs through it? 76ers count on championship with Doc
PHILADELPHIA (AP) — Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Carson Wentz got backhanded compliments from
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Bills D finally makes a stand in sealing win over Raiders
ORCHARD PARK, N.Y. (AP) — Safeties Micah Hyde and Jordan Poyer got in what they hope to be the last laugh on those questioning whether the Buffalo Bills defense had gone soft.
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Whitworth: Rams' start to season "an entirely different 3-1"
LOS ANGELES (AP) — The Rams are 3-1 after the first quarter of the NFL regular season for the second consecutive year, even after a win over the Giants that felt like a setback for Los Angeles' previously powerful offense.
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'Winning is fun': Relieved Bengals now look for momentum
CINCINNATI (AP) — Never publicly effusive with his thoughts, Cincinnati quarterback Joe Burrow tweeted Sunday night for the first time in a awhile after the Bengals upended the Jacksonville Jaguars.
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Texans can't run ball, can't stop run and need quick answers
HOUSTON (AP) — The Houston Texans can't run the ball — even with offseason acquisition David Johnson — and they can't stop the run.
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Haskins 'still learning,' must keep improving for Washington
Dwayne Haskins' 32 completions on 45 attempts and 314 yards in
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Wild trade Donato to Sharks for 2021 3rd-rounder
The Minnesota Wild traded forward Ryan Donato to the San Jose Sharks on Monday for a third-round pick in the 2021 draft, continuing their makeover under general manager Bill Guerin.
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K-State's Klieman agrees to extension, raise through 2026
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — Kansas State coach Chris Klieman agreed to a contract extension through the 2026 season Monday that includes additional incentives and retention bonuses, despite a pandemic that forced the university to announce plans earlier this year to furlough up to 1,500 faculty and staff.
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PSG signs Danilo Pereira on loan on transfer deadline day
French champion Paris Saint-Germain signed midfielder Danilo Pereira from Porto on Monday on a season-long loan, a move likely to appease tensions between coach Thomas Tuchel and sporting director Leonardo.
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Analysis: Panthers backup RBs producing with McCaffrey out
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) — There seemed to be a dark cloud forming over the Carolina Panthers after starting the season 0-2 and losing 2019 All-Pro running back Christian McCaffrey to a high ankle sprain.
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Browns star Chubb to miss 'several weeks' with knee injury
CLEVELAND (AP) — Nick Chubb has been stopped for a while.
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Browns star RB Chubb out "several weeks" with knee injury
CLEVELAND (AP) — Cleveland Browns star running back Nick Chubb will miss “several weeks” with a sprained ligament in his right knee, a major blow to a Cleveland team off to its best start since 2001.
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Patriots without RB Michel vs Chiefs on Monday night
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — The New England Patriots, already without quarterback Cam Newton because of a positive COVID-19 test, also will be without running back Sony Michel because of a quad injury when they play the Kansas City Chiefs on Monday night.
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No. 12 North Carolina holds on to beat Boston College 26-22
BOSTON (AP) — North Carolina safety Trey Morrison stepped in front of the 2-point conversion attempt and saw a path to the other end zone, 99 yards away.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Cowboys defense giving up points, offense giving up the ball
ARLINGTON, Texas (AP) — The Dallas Cowboys defense is giving up points at a rate unseen since the franchise's winless inaugural season six decades ago, and their offense keeps giving up the ball even while scoring in bunches.
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Ole Miss edges Kentucky 42-41 in OT for Kiffin's first win
LEXINGTON, Ky. (AP) — The two-touchdown deficit to Kentucky didn't faze Mississippi or coach Lane Kiffin.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Rams hold off Giants 17-9; Ramsey, Tate fight after game
INGLEWOOD, Calif. (AP) — Until Jalen Ramsey and Golden Tate traded postgame punches in the culmination of an estranged family's feud, there wasn't much drama in the New York Giants' visit to Los Angeles.
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No. 17 Oklahoma State rolls to 47-7 victory over Kansas
LAWRENCE, Kan. (AP) — Oklahoma State coach Mike Gundy finally got to see what his offense was capable of doing Saturday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Bridgewater, Panthers fix red-zone woes, top Cardinals 31-21
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) — There was a time when doctors didn't know if Teddy Bridgewater would walk normally again, let alone play play quarterback in the NFL.
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After COVID scare and little sleep, Saints rally past Lions
DETROIT (AP) — The New Orleans
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Cook has 2 TDs as Vikings get 1st win, 31-23 over Texans
HOUSTON (AP) — In a battle between winless teams that made the playoffs last year, one was going to emerge thinking it could turn its season around and the other was going to end up even more desperate.
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Mixon's 3 TDs pace Bengals in 33-25 win over Jaguars
CINCINNATI (AP) — In 24 hours, Joe Mixon went from a worrying hospital visit with a mysterious chest injury to busting out for one of the best games of his career.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Patricia's future looks tenuous after Lions collapse again
DETROIT (AP) — The Detroit Lions scored two quick touchdowns to take a 14-0 lead within the first five minutes against New Orleans.
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Brown's TD run lifts West Virginia over Baylor 27-21 in 2OT
MORGANTOWN, W.Va. (AP) — Leddie Brown scored a 3-yard touchdown run in the second overtime after West Virginia's defense made a stop, and the Mountaineers outlasted Baylor 27-21 on Saturday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Astros out to 'silence the haters' in ALDS against Athletics
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Josh Reddick and the rest of the Houston Astros heard the “cheaters” chants and banging on garbage cans as the team's buses pulled into Dodger Stadium for a series last month.
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Rivera stays strong while battling cancer on sideline
LANDOVER, Md. (AP) — Ron Rivera has found that his battle with cancer has something in common with the Washington Football Team he coaches.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Brennan throws 4 TD passes, No. 20 LSU beats Vanderbilt 41-7
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — The LSU Tigers proved they could protect their quarterback, and Myles Brennan showed what he could do with some time to throw.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Herbert, Virginia Tech beat Duke 38-31 for 2-0 start
DURHAM, N.C. (AP) — Khalil Herbert ran for 208 yards and two touchdowns, including a 60-yard score with 2:20 left, to help shorthanded Virginia Tech hold off Duke for a 38-31 win on Saturday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Jones throws deep, No. 2 Alabama tops No. 13 Texas A&M 52-24
TUSCALOOSA, Ala. (AP) — Mac Jones launched his first pass far to John Metchie III for a 78-yard touchdown. It was most definitely a sign of things to come.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Red zone woes costly for Dolphins in 31-23 loss to Seattle
MIAMI (AP) — The Miami Dolphins couldn’t kick enough field goals Sunday to beat high-scoring Seattle.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Winless Texans searching for ways to salvage season
HOUSTON (AP) — Houston Texans coach Bill O’Brien slumped his shoulders and put his hand on the side of his head as he searched for ways to explain yet another loss by his winless team on Sunday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Brady throws for 5 TDs, Bucs rally to beat Chargers 38-31
TAMPA, Fla. (AP) — Tom Brady is introducing the Tampa Bay Buccaneers to a new way of winning.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Trask, Pitts help No. 3 Florida top South Carolina 38-24
GAINESVILLE, Fla. (AP) — No. 3 Florida was nearly flawless on offense in its season opener, a 51-point, 642-yard barrage that set a school record. Two turnovers a week later made the Gators look vulnerable.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Family feud: Giants' Tate, Rams' Ramsey in postgame fracas
INGLEWOOD, Calif. (AP) — Golden Tate finally got his chance to face Jalen Ramsey, and the personal animosity between the two players exploded on Sunday after the Los Angeles Rams' 17-9 victory over the New York Giants.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Stetson Bennett, No. 4 Georgia romp past No. 7 Auburn 27-6
ATHENS, Ga. (AP) — The Mailman delivered for Georgia in his first college start, teaming with a dominant defense to lead the Bulldogs to an eye-opening victory in the first Top 10 matchup of the college football season.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Rivers has early TD toss, Colts shut down Foles, Bears 19-11
CHICAGO (AP) — The Indianapolis Colts came into the season thinking their defense had the potential to be one of the best in the NFL. Games like this are exactly what they had in mind.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Air Force kicker, defense pave way to 40-7 win over Navy
AIR FORCE ACADEMY, Colo. (AP) — The Air Force Falcons took advantage of their delayed start — to settle on a kicker, to plug holes on a decimated defense, to game plan for rival Navy.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Jackson shows MVP form to help Ravens beat Washington 31-17
LANDOVER, Md. (AP) — A few big plays went a long way for the Baltimore Ravens, who took a small step toward regaining the form they displayed last year as the highest-scoring team in the league.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Cardinals lose 2nd straight game, defense becoming leaky
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) — The Arizona Cardinals' defense appears to have sprung a leak.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Max Duggan and TCU beat No. 9 Longhorns again 33-31
AUSTIN, Texas (AP) — Texas ran out of comebacks against Max Duggan and TCU.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Rays' Kiermaier: `They don’t like us, we don’t like them'
SAN DIEGO (AP) — After losing eight of 10 games in a contentious regular-season series, the New York Yankees just can’t shake the AL East rival Tampa Bay Rays.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Lawrence's 3 TDs lead No. 1 Clemson to 41-23 win vs Virginia
CLEMSON, S.C. (AP) — Trevor Lawrence was happy with Clemson's win over Virginia. He was also glad the top-ranked Tigers were challenged a bit this early in the season.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
A different tune for college marching bands in a pandemic
NORMAN, Okla. (AP) — As the Oklahoma marching band’s rendition of “Sweet Victory” filled Memorial Stadium, everything was in place on the field.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Herbert takes another step for Chargers, albeit in a loss
TAMPA, Fla. (AP) — Justin Herbert is showing why the Los Angeles Chargers were excited to select him with the sixth pick of the NFL draft.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Astros out to 'silence the haters' in ALDS against Athletics
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Josh Reddick and the rest of the Houston Astros heard the “cheaters” chants and banging on garbage cans as the team's buses pulled into Dodger Stadium for a series last month.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Family feud: Giants' Tate, Rams' Ramsey in postgame fracas
INGLEWOOD, Calif. (AP) — Golden Tate finally got his chance to face Jalen Ramsey, and the personal animosity between the two players exploded on Sunday after the Los Angeles Rams' 17-9 victory over the New York Giants.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
After COVID scare and little sleep, Saints rally past Lions
DETROIT (AP) — The New Orleans
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Rivers has early TD toss, Colts shut down Foles, Bears 19-11
CHICAGO (AP) — The Indianapolis Colts came into the season thinking their defense had the potential to be one of the best in the NFL. Games like this are exactly what they had in mind.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Rays' Kiermaier: `They don’t like us, we don’t like them'
SAN DIEGO (AP) — After losing eight of 10 games in a contentious regular-season series, the New York Yankees just can’t shake the AL East rival Tampa Bay Rays.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Herbert takes another step for Chargers, albeit in a loss
TAMPA, Fla. (AP) — Justin Herbert is showing why the Los Angeles Chargers were excited to select him with the sixth pick of the NFL draft.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Cowboys defense giving up points, offense giving up the ball
ARLINGTON, Texas (AP) — The Dallas Cowboys defense is giving up points at a rate unseen since the franchise's winless inaugural season six decades ago, and their offense keeps giving up the ball even while scoring in bunches.
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Rams hold off Giants 17-9; Ramsey, Tate fight after game
INGLEWOOD, Calif. (AP) — Until Jalen Ramsey and Golden Tate traded postgame punches in the culmination of an estranged family's feud, there wasn't much drama in the New York Giants' visit to Los Angeles.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Cardinals lose 2nd straight game, defense becoming leaky
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) — The Arizona Cardinals' defense appears to have sprung a leak.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Red zone woes costly for Dolphins in 31-23 loss to Seattle
MIAMI (AP) — The Miami Dolphins couldn’t kick enough field goals Sunday to beat high-scoring Seattle.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Winless Texans searching for ways to salvage season
HOUSTON (AP) — Houston Texans coach Bill O’Brien slumped his shoulders and put his hand on the side of his head as he searched for ways to explain yet another loss by his winless team on Sunday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Rivera stays strong while battling cancer on sideline
LANDOVER, Md. (AP) — Ron Rivera has found that his battle with cancer has something in common with the Washington Football Team he coaches.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Patricia's future looks tenuous after Lions collapse again
DETROIT (AP) — The Detroit Lions scored two quick touchdowns to take a 14-0 lead within the first five minutes against New Orleans.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Cook has 2 TDs as Vikings get 1st win, 31-23 over Texans
HOUSTON (AP) — In a battle between winless teams that made the playoffs last year, one was going to emerge thinking it could turn its season around and the other was going to end up even more desperate.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Brady throws for 5 TDs, Bucs rally to beat Chargers 38-31
TAMPA, Fla. (AP) — Tom Brady is introducing the Tampa Bay Buccaneers to a new way of winning.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Mixon's 3 TDs pace Bengals in 33-25 win over Jaguars
CINCINNATI (AP) — In 24 hours, Joe Mixon went from a worrying hospital visit with a mysterious chest injury to busting out for one of the best games of his career.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Saints score 5 straight TDs in 35-29 win over Lions
DETROIT (AP) — The New Orleans
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Bridgewater, Panthers fix red-zone woes, top Cardinals 31-21
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) — There was a time when doctors didn't know if Teddy Bridgewater would walk normally again, let alone play play quarterback in the NFL.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Jackson shows MVP form to help Ravens beat Washington 31-17
LANDOVER, Md. (AP) — A few big plays went a long way for the Baltimore Ravens, who took a small step toward regaining the form they displayed last year as the highest-scoring team in the league.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Lewandowski scores 4 as busy Bayern beats Hertha Berlin 4-3
BERLIN (AP) — Robert Lewandowski scored four goals as Bayern Munich defeated Hertha Berlin 4-3 in a dramatic finale to their Bundesliga game on Sunday.
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Lewandowski scores 4 in Bayern's 4-3 win vs Hertha Berlin
BERLIN (AP) — Robert Lewandowski scored four goals as Bayern Munich defeated Hertha Berlin 4-3 in a dramatic finale to their Bundesliga game on Sunday.
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LaFleur says Quinn helped teach him how to keep teams loose
Green Bay Packers coach Matt LaFleur says his years working for Dan Quinn on the Atlanta Falcons’ staff helped him understand how to lead a team that could enjoy itself while contending for championships.
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AP source: Saints player's retest negative; game still on
A coronavirus retest has come back negative for a New Orleans Saints player who tested positive on Saturday, a person familiar with the situation said Sunday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
No. 12 North Carolina holds on to beat Boston College 26-22
BOSTON (AP) — North Carolina safety Trey Morrison stepped in front of the 2-point conversion attempt and saw a path to the other end zone, 99 yards away.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Reyna stars for Dortmund in 4-0 win against Freiburg
BERLIN (AP) — American teen Gio Reyna set up three goals for Borussia Dortmund in a 4-0 win over Freiburg in the Bundesliga on Saturday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Ole Miss edges Kentucky 42-41 in OT for Kiffin's first win
LEXINGTON, Ky. (AP) — The two-touchdown deficit to Kentucky didn't faze Mississippi or coach Lane Kiffin.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
No. 17 Oklahoma State rolls to 47-7 victory over Kansas
LAWRENCE, Kan. (AP) — Oklahoma State coach Mike Gundy finally got to see what his offense was capable of doing Saturday.
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Relief ace Perranoski, 2-time World Series champ, dies at 84
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Ron Perranoski, the left-handed ace of the Los Angeles Dodgers’ bullpen who helped them win a pair of World Series championships in the 1960s, has died. He was 84.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Klentak out as Phils GM after 3rd straight September slump
PHILADELPHIA (AP) — Matt Klentak's inability to lead the Philadelphia Phillies to the postseason or even a single winning season cost him his job as general manager.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Brown's TD run lifts West Virginia over Baylor 27-21 in 2OT
MORGANTOWN, W.Va. (AP) — Leddie Brown scored a 3-yard touchdown run in the second overtime after West Virginia's defense made a stop, and the Mountaineers outlasted Baylor 27-21 on Saturday.
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Aaron Boone managing Yankees in family hometown San Diego
SAN DIEGO (AP) — In a 2020 season that has had all sorts of odd twists, Aaron Boone will be managing the New York Yankees in an AL Division Series in an NL ballpark in the city where the Boone family dynasty has its roots.
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Deep Braves bullpen preparing for biggest test against Miami
ATLANTA (AP) — The deep Atlanta Braves bullpen is preparing for its biggest test.
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Winning filly: Swiss Skydiver beats Authentic in Preakness
BALTIMORE (AP) — Those hanging around the heavily restricted stakes barn at Pimlico Race Course this week joked around that Authentic would stare down filly Swiss Skydiver whenever she walked past.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
House Call: 76ers expect Doc Rivers to lead on, off court
PHILADELPHIA (AP) — Doc Rivers used his voice as one of five Black coaches in the NBA to make some of his strongest statements condemning racial injustice.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Brennan throws 4 TD passes, No. 20 LSU beats Vanderbilt 41-7
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — The LSU Tigers proved they could protect their quarterback, and Myles Brennan showed what he could do with some time to throw.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Herbert, Virginia Tech beat Duke 38-31 for 2-0 start
DURHAM, N.C. (AP) — Khalil Herbert ran for 208 yards and two touchdowns, including a 60-yard score with 2:20 left, to help shorthanded Virginia Tech hold off Duke for a 38-31 win on Saturday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Jones throws deep, No. 2 Alabama tops No. 13 Texas A&M 52-24
TUSCALOOSA, Ala. (AP) — Mac Jones launched his first pass far to John Metchie III for a 78-yard touchdown. It was most definitely a sign of things to come.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Atlético Madrid and Suárez held again in Spanish league
MADRID (AP) — The excitement and euphoria over Luis Suárez didn't last very long for Atlético Madrid.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Patriots-Chiefs showdown postponed to Monday or Tuesday
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — The Patriots-Chiefs game has been postponed until Monday or Tuesday due to positive coronavirus tests.
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No. 7 Auburn's sluggish ground game still a work in progress
The Auburn Tigers once seemed virtual locks to have at least one 1,000-yard rusher every season.
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Trask, Pitts help No. 3 Florida top South Carolina 38-24
GAINESVILLE, Fla. (AP) — No. 3 Florida was nearly flawless on offense in its season opener, a 51-point, 642-yard barrage that set a school record. Two turnovers a week later made the Gators look vulnerable.
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Stetson Bennett, No. 4 Georgia romp past No. 7 Auburn 27-6
ATHENS, Ga. (AP) — The Mailman delivered for Georgia in his first college start, teaming with a dominant defense to lead the Bulldogs to an eye-opening victory in the first Top 10 matchup of the college football season.
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Chiefs-Patriots game off after Newton positive for COVID-19
The NFL postponed this week’s game between New England and the Super Bowl champion Kansas City Chiefs after “positive COVID-19 tests on both teams.” Patriots starting quarterback Cam Newton and Chiefs practice squad quarterback Jordan Ta’amu were both added to the NFL’s COVID-19 reserve list released on Saturday afternoon.
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Air Force kicker, defense pave way to 40-7 win over Navy
AIR FORCE ACADEMY, Colo. (AP) — The Air Force Falcons took advantage of their delayed start — to settle on a kicker, to plug holes on a decimated defense, to game plan for rival Navy.
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Max Duggan and TCU beat No. 9 Longhorns again 33-31
AUSTIN, Texas (AP) — Texas ran out of comebacks against Max Duggan and TCU.
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Lawrence's 3 TDs lead No. 1 Clemson to 41-23 win vs Virginia
CLEMSON, S.C. (AP) — Trevor Lawrence was happy with Clemson's win over Virginia. He was also glad the top-ranked Tigers were challenged a bit this early in the season.
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A different tune for college marching bands in a pandemic
NORMAN, Okla. (AP) — As the Oklahoma marching band’s rendition of “Sweet Victory” filled Memorial Stadium, everything was in place on the field.
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Lawrence's 3 TDs lead No. 1 Clemson to 41-23 win vs Virginia
CLEMSON, S.C. (AP) — Trevor Lawrence was happy with Clemson's win over Virginia. He was also glad the top-ranked Tigers were challenged a bit this early in the season.
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Stetson Bennett, No. 4 Georgia romp past No. 7 Auburn 27-6
ATHENS, Ga. (AP) — The Mailman delivered for Georgia in his first college start, teaming with a dominant defense to lead the Bulldogs to an eye-opening victory in the first Top 10 matchup of the college football season.
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Brennan throws 4 TD passes, No. 20 LSU beats Vanderbilt 41-7
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — The LSU Tigers proved they could protect their quarterback, and Myles Brennan showed what he could do with some time to throw.
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Air Force kicker, defense pave way to 40-7 win over Navy
AIR FORCE ACADEMY, Colo. (AP) — The Air Force Falcons took advantage of their delayed start — to settle on a kicker, to plug holes on a decimated defense, to game plan for rival Navy.
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Ole Miss edges Kentucky 42-41 in OT for Kiffin's first win
LEXINGTON, Ky. (AP) — The two-touchdown deficit to Kentucky didn't faze Mississippi or coach Lane Kiffin.
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Aaron Boone managing Yankees in family hometown San Diego
SAN DIEGO (AP) — In a 2020 season that has had all sorts of odd twists, Aaron Boone will be managing the New York Yankees in an AL Division Series in an NL ballpark in the city where the Boone family dynasty has its roots.
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No. 12 North Carolina holds on to beat Boston College 26-22
BOSTON (AP) — North Carolina safety Trey Morrison stepped in front of the 2-point conversion attempt and saw a path to the other end zone, 99 yards away.
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Herbert, Virginia Tech beat Duke 38-31 for 2-0 start
DURHAM, N.C. (AP) — Khalil Herbert ran for 208 yards and two touchdowns, including a 60-yard score with 2:20 left, to help shorthanded Virginia Tech hold off Duke for a 38-31 win on Saturday.
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Jones throws deep, No. 2 Alabama tops No. 13 Texas A&M 52-24
TUSCALOOSA, Ala. (AP) — Mac Jones launched his first pass far to John Metchie III for a 78-yard touchdown. It was most definitely a sign of things to come.
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No. 17 Oklahoma State rolls to 47-7 victory over Kansas
LAWRENCE, Kan. (AP) — Oklahoma State coach Mike Gundy finally got to see what his offense was capable of doing Saturday.
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Relief ace Perranoski, 2-time World Series champ, dies at 84
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Ron Perranoski, the left-handed ace of the Los Angeles Dodgers’ bullpen who helped them win a pair of World Series championships in the 1960s, has died. He was 84.
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Winning filly: Swiss Skydiver beats Authentic in Preakness
BALTIMORE (AP) — Those hanging around the heavily restricted stakes barn at Pimlico Race Course this week joked around that Authentic would stare down filly Swiss Skydiver whenever she walked past.
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Filly Swiss Skydiver beats Authentic to win Preakness
BALTIMORE (AP) — Swiss Skydiver beat favored Authentic in a stretch duel in the Preakness Stakes run without fans Saturday, making her the sixth filly and first since Rachel Alexandra in 2009 to win the race, which this year served as the third leg of the Triple Crown for the …
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Chiefs-Patriots game off after Newton positive for COVID-19
The NFL postponed this week’s game between New England and the Super Bowl champion Kansas City Chiefs after “positive COVID-19 tests on both teams.” Patriots starting quarterback Cam Newton and Chiefs practice squad quarterback Jordan Ta’amu were both added to the NFL’s COVID-19 reserve list released on Saturday afternoon.
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Max Duggan and TCU beat No. 9 Longhorns again 33-31
AUSTIN, Texas (AP) — Texas ran out of comebacks against Max Duggan and TCU.
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Max Duggan and TCU stun No. 9 Longhorns again 33-31
AUSTIN, Texas (AP) — TCU quarterback Max Duggan ran for the go-ahead score with 4 minutes left and the Horned Frogs' defense made it stand with a goal-line fumble recovery to stun No. 9 Texas 33-31 Saturday in a game that had 26 penalties and ended when TCU took a …
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Brown's TD run lifts West Virginia over Baylor 27-21 in 2OT
MORGANTOWN, W.Va. (AP) — Leddie Brown scored a 3-yard touchdown run in the second overtime after West Virginia's defense made a stop, and the Mountaineers outlasted Baylor 27-21 on Saturday.
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Klentak out as Phils GM after 3rd straight September slump
PHILADELPHIA (AP) — Matt Klentak's inability to lead the Philadelphia Phillies to the postseason or even a single winning season cost him his job as general manager.
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Deep Braves bullpen preparing for biggest test against Miami
ATLANTA (AP) — The deep Atlanta Braves bullpen is preparing for its biggest test.
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Trask, Pitts help No. 3 Florida top South Carolina 38-24
GAINESVILLE, Fla. (AP) — No. 3 Florida was nearly flawless on offense in its season opener, a 51-point, 642-yard barrage that set a school record. Two turnovers a week later made the Gators look vulnerable.
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Patriots-Chiefs showdown postponed to Monday or Tuesday
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — The Patriots-Chiefs game has been postponed until Monday or Tuesday due to positive coronavirus tests.
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Atlético Madrid and Suárez held again in Spanish league
MADRID (AP) — The excitement and euphoria over Luis Suárez didn't last very long for Atlético Madrid.
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Cubs face big questions after getting swept from playoffs
CHICAGO (AP) — Manager David Ross had few words for his team after the Chicago Cubs got swept out of the playoffs. There really wasn't much to say, other than this.
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Chiefs-Patriots game off amid report Newton has COVID-19
The NFL postponed this week's game between New England and the Super Bowl champion Kansas City Chiefs after “positive COVID-19 tests on both teams.” ESPN reported on Saturday that Patriots quarterback Cam Newton was among those testing positive.
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House Call: 76ers expect Doc Rivers to lead on, off court
PHILADELPHIA (AP) — Doc Rivers used his voice as one of five Black coaches in the NBA to make some of his strongest statements condemning racial injustice.
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Reyna stars for Dortmund in 4-0 win against Freiburg
BERLIN (AP) — American teen Gio Reyna set up three goals for Borussia Dortmund in a 4-0 win over Freiburg in the Bundesliga on Saturday.
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Union Berlin routs Mainz 4-0 for biggest Bundesliga win
BERLIN (AP) — Former Germany striker Max Kruse launched Union Berlin to a 4-0 rout of Mainz for its biggest ever Bundesliga win and its first of the season on Friday.
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Astros head to hostile Los Angeles for ALDS vs Athletics
LOS ANGELES (AP) — The Houston Astros are returning to the scene of the crime. The Los Angeles Dodgers won't be there, but their fans surely won't let the visitors forget.
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Rams LB Leonard Floyd determined to improve on strong start
THOUSAND OAKS, Calif. (AP) — Leonard Floyd knew almost nobody on the Los Angeles roster when he joined the Rams as a free agent in April, and the coronavirus-shortened offseason made it even tougher for him to get to know his new teammates.
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Cooper homers, Sánchez dominates, Marlins knock out Cubs 2-0
CHICAGO (AP) — The Miami Marlins didn't need a hand from a fan at Wrigley Field to knock the Chicago Cubs out of the playoffs this time. They did just fine on their own, and they showed they're hardly bottom feeders.
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Lou Johnson, hit winning homer in '65 World Series, dies
LOS ANGELES (AP) — “Sweet” Lou Johnson, who hit a key home run for the victorious Los Angeles Dodgers in Game 7 of the 1965 World Series and scored the only run in Sandy Koufax's perfect game the same year, has died. He was 86.
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9 Padres pitchers blank Cardinals 4-0 in Game 3, reach NLDS
SAN DIEGO (AP) — From 21-year-old budding superstar Fernando Tatis Jr. to 36-year-old reliever Craig Stammen, the San Diego Padres tossed aside more than two decades of futility and brought joy to a city that's had its sports psyche beaten down for far too long.
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Falcons face Packers with five starters hurting on defense
ATLANTA (AP) — The Atlanta Falcons are banged up on defense at just the wrong time.
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Saints' Kamara on early pace for his most productive season
METAIRIE, La. (AP) — With questions about his health and contract put to rest, Saints running back Alvin Kamara has become the center of New Orleans' offense early this season and set himself up to enjoy a career year.
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Saints and Lions match up with both in unfamiliar territory
DETROIT (AP) — The New Orleans
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Flores and Dolphins will try to slow down Wilson and Seattle
MIAMI (AP) — Malcolm Butler won't be available for Brian Flores to send into the game if the Seattle Seahawks get down to the 1-yard line Sunday, and that's not his only worry.
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Packers could be without top 2 wideouts against Falcons
Green Bay Packers coach Matt LaFleur said Friday that Allen Lazard's core injury provides an opportunity for other wide receivers to step forward — an indication the Packers may be without their top two wideouts
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'Mini-offseason' over as No. 12 Tar Heels return against BC
BOSTON (AP) — It’s been so long since No. 12 North Carolina played its last game that it almost feels like a new season to coach Mack Brown.
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Ole Miss, Kentucky look to rebound from opening-game losses
Kentucky coach Mark Stoops wants to ensure his team doesn’t get in its own way with fewer games to get things right.
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No. 15 Cincinnati can't overlook rebuilding South Florida
Even though South Florida was routed 52-0 by Notre Dame and then sat for a week due to COVID-19 issues, Cincinnati coach Luke Fickell is wary of the rebuilding Bulls.
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October opening act: Air Force finally begins, hosts Navy
For the first time in school history, Air Force opens a season in October and by facing fellow service academy Navy.
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Big 12 QBs Duggan and Bowman back strong from health issues
FORT WORTH, Texas (AP) — Max Duggan and Alan Bowman have come back throwing strong again in the Big 12 after both experienced different health issues.
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No 9 Texas hopes to fix tackling woes Duggan and TCU
AUSTIN, Texas (AP) — Two games into the season and new defensive coordinator Chris Ash has a big, fundamental problem at Texas.
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Hubbard, No. 17 Cowboys look to get on track at Kansas
LAWRENCE, Kan. (AP) — One of the best running backs in the nation found himself standing on the Oklahoma State sideline after fumbling on two straight second-half possession, even though the Cowboys were in the middle of a scrap with salty West Virginia.
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Confident No. 21 Tennessee set to take on Missouri next
The Tennessee Volunteers have picked up where they left off last season, and each victory just keeps building their confidence.
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No. 7 Auburn's sluggish ground game still a work in progress
The Auburn Tigers once seemed virtual locks to have at least one 1,000-yard rusher every season.
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Hokies visit Blue Devils looking for 2-0 start in ACC play
Virginia Tech won its first game without nearly two dozen players and even some coaches unavailable due to a combination of coronavirus and injury issues. The question is whether they’ll be shorthanded again when they play Saturday at Duke.
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No. 2 Alabama hosts No. 13 Texas A&M in home opener
It's not like Nick Saban's former assistants-turned-head coaches haven't heard all the numbers before.
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Strange timing: Deep South's oldest rivalry comes early
ATHENS, Ga. (AP) — The Deep South's oldest rivals usually tangle deep into fall, long after the leaves have turned and talk has turned to conference titles and postseason games.
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A different tune for college marching bands in a pandemic
NORMAN, Okla. (AP) — As the Oklahoma marching band’s rendition of “Sweet Victory” filled Memorial Stadium, everything was in place on the field.
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No. 22 BYU rocking and rolling to 2-0 start, hosts LA Tech
The BYU Cougars are working on new offensive wrinkles and introducing old-school dance moves.
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9 Padres pitchers blank Cardinals 4-0 in Game 3, reach NLDS
SAN DIEGO (AP) — From 21-year-old budding superstar Fernando Tatis Jr. to 36-year-old reliever Craig Stammen, the San Diego Padres tossed aside more than two decades of futility and brought joy to a city that's had its sports psyche beaten down for far too long.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Flores and Dolphins will try to slow down Wilson and Seattle
MIAMI (AP) — Malcolm Butler won't be available for Brian Flores to send into the game if the Seattle Seahawks get down to the 1-yard line Sunday, and that's not his only worry.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Packers could be without top 2 wideouts against Falcons
Green Bay Packers coach Matt LaFleur said Friday that Allen Lazard's core injury provides an opportunity for other wide receivers to step forward — an indication the Packers may be without their top two wideouts
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Rams LB Leonard Floyd determined to improve on strong start
THOUSAND OAKS, Calif. (AP) — Leonard Floyd knew almost nobody on the Los Angeles roster when he joined the Rams as a free agent in April, and the coronavirus-shortened offseason made it even tougher for him to get to know his new teammates.
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Union Berlin routs Mainz 4-0 for biggest Bundesliga win
BERLIN (AP) — Former Germany striker Max Kruse launched Union Berlin to a 4-0 rout of Mainz for its biggest ever Bundesliga win and its first of the season on Friday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Cooper homers, Sánchez dominates, Marlins knock out Cubs 2-0
CHICAGO (AP) — The Miami Marlins didn't need a hand from a fan at Wrigley Field to knock the Chicago Cubs out of the playoffs this time. They did just fine on their own, and they showed they're hardly bottom feeders.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Saints' Kamara on early pace for his most productive season
METAIRIE, La. (AP) — With questions about his health and contract put to rest, Saints running back Alvin Kamara has become the center of New Orleans' offense early this season and set himself up to enjoy a career year.
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Astros head to hostile Los Angeles for ALDS vs Athletics
LOS ANGELES (AP) — The Houston Astros are returning to the scene of the crime. The Los Angeles Dodgers won't be there, but their fans surely won't let the visitors forget.
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Lou Johnson, hit winning homer in '65 World Series, dies
LOS ANGELES (AP) — “Sweet” Lou Johnson, who hit a key home run for the victorious Los Angeles Dodgers in Game 7 of the 1965 World Series and scored the only run in Sandy Koufax's perfect game the same year, has died. He was 86.
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Union Berlin routs Mainz 4-0 for season's 1st Bundesliga win
BERLIN (AP) — Former Germany striker Max Kruse launched Union Berlin to a 4-0 rout of Mainz for its first Bundesliga win of the season on Friday.
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Falcons face Packers with five starters hurting on defense
ATLANTA (AP) — The Atlanta Falcons are banged up on defense at just the wrong time.
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Herbert to start for Chargers with 4 offensive starters out
Justin Herbert will make his third start for the Los Angeles Chargers without one of his top receivers and a pair of starters on the offensive line.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
A different tune for college marching bands in a pandemic
NORMAN, Okla. (AP) — As the Oklahoma marching band’s rendition of “Sweet Victory” filled Memorial Stadium, everything was in place on the field.
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Brewers' season-long hitting woes lead to early playoff exit
MILWAUKEE (AP) —
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Doc is in: 76ers expect Rivers to lead them to NBA title
PHILADELPHIA (AP) — Doc Rivers takes over a team tasked not with leading a Process-type rebuild or massaging the egos of two talented — yet frustrating — All-Stars.
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White Sox look to future after playoff loss to Oakland
CHICAGO (AP) — The White Sox finally got back to October — and they liked it.
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Lack of O-line mistakes has helped propel Patriots offense
FOXBOROUGH, Mass. (AP) — Dante Scarnecchia is no longer patrolling the sidelines for the New England Patriots. That doesn’t mean the retired offensive line coach’s presence isn’t very much a part of their success on offense this season.
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Unbeaten Steelers try to take unexpected bye in stride
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Mike Tomlin's met his team's unexpected week off with typical bluntness.
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Browns' OBJ "good to go" to face Cowboys, Hunt questionable
CLEVELAND (AP) — Cleveland Browns star wide receiver Odell Beckham Jr. practiced after missing time with a back issue earlier this week and is expected to play Sunday against the Dallas Cowboys.
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Bell: Late season surge leaves Reds optimistic for 2021
The Cincinnati Reds spent big money last offseason to add some badly needed offensive pop to the lineup. It didn’t pay off quite as well as they hoped.
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No. 7 Auburn's sluggish ground game still a work in progress
The Auburn Tigers once seemed virtual locks to have at least one 1,000-yard rusher every season.
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Solskjaer OK with United squad depth despite just 1 signing
Weeks after acknowledging Manchester United needed a deeper squad to challenge for trophies, Ole Gunnar Solskjaer said Friday he was happy with the players at his disposal despite the club making just one signing for this season.
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When Buccaneers near the goal line, Brady looks for Evans
TAMPA, Fla. (AP) — Bruce Arians doesn’t blame Tom Brady for looking for Mike Evans when the Tampa Bay Buccaneers are close to the goal line.
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Over in a hurry: A couple bad days end MLB seasons
Joey Votto was at a bit of a loss to describe what had happened to the Reds. Two games, 22 innings and zero runs: Just like that, Cincinnati and its faltering offense had been eliminated from the MLB playoffs by the Atlanta Braves.
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'Mini-offseason' over as No. 12 Tar Heels return against BC
BOSTON (AP) — It’s been so long since No. 12 North Carolina played its last game that it almost feels like a new season to coach Mack Brown.
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FIFA opens door for players possibly missing WCup qualifiers
SAO PAULO (AP) — FIFA decided on Thursday that clubs can stop their players from participating in international matches until the end of the year depending on COVID-19 conditions in the countries to which they are traveling.
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Ole Miss, Kentucky look to rebound from opening-game losses
Kentucky coach Mark Stoops wants to ensure his team doesn’t get in its own way with fewer games to get things right.
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Kershaw Ks 13 as Dodgers eliminate Brewers 3-0
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Beat up in the postseason over the years, Clayton Kershaw orchestrated one of his best performances against the weakened Milwaukee Brewers.
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No. 15 Cincinnati can't overlook rebuilding South Florida
Even though South Florida was routed 52-0 by Notre Dame and then sat for a week due to COVID-19 issues, Cincinnati coach Luke Fickell is wary of the rebuilding Bulls.
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October opening act: Air Force finally begins, hosts Navy
For the first time in school history, Air Force opens a season in October and by facing fellow service academy Navy.
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Bubble Redux: Canada's MLS teams making home away from home
PORTLAND, Ore. (AP) — At first glance, it was certainly surreal. Providence Park, home of the Portland Timbers, was festooned in Vancouver Whitecaps colors.
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Big 12 QBs Duggan and Bowman back strong from health issues
FORT WORTH, Texas (AP) — Max Duggan and Alan Bowman have come back throwing strong again in the Big 12 after both experienced different health issues.
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No 9 Texas hopes to fix tackling woes Duggan and TCU
AUSTIN, Texas (AP) — Two games into the season and new defensive coordinator Chris Ash has a big, fundamental problem at Texas.
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Rams defense determined to grow from last-minute letdown
THOUSAND OAKS, Calif. (AP) — The Rams were one snap away from a 3-0 start and another stellar defensive finish when a late-arriving flag in Buffalo changed the narrative.
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Saddled by record streak, dazed Twins ponder playoff ousters
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — After taking a second straight division title by winning at a 60% rate during the regular season, the Minnesota Twins experienced no reward in the playoffs, only that familiar autumn exasperation for the franchise and those who follow it.
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Virginia looks to gage improvement since last facing Clemson
Virginia coach Bronco Mendenhall is a believer that past lessons are essential to future success. He and the Cavaliers get to see if that's true when they play No. 1 Clemson.
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Seahawks confident ugly numbers on defense will turn around
RENTON, Wash. (AP) — Pete Carroll is confident a change is coming. So are Bobby Wagner, Ken Norton Jr. and others.
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No. 16 Mississippi State seeks 4th straight win vs Arkansas
K.J. Costello’s record-setting debut with No. 16 Mississippi State will be a tough act to follow. Arkansas counterpart Feleipe Franks is looking for an improved performance and a win.
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Hubbard, No. 17 Cowboys look to get on track at Kansas
LAWRENCE, Kan. (AP) — One of the best running backs in the nation found himself standing on the Oklahoma State sideline after fumbling on two straight second-half possession, even though the Cowboys were in the middle of a scrap with salty West Virginia.
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AP source: 76ers set to hire Rivers as new coach
PHILADELPHIA (AP) — There's a new Doc in Philadelphia — one charged with reviving a 76ers organization that fell far short of NBA championship expectations.
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No. 24 Pitt looks to stay perfect against N.C. State
PITTSBURGH (AP) — The numbers are startling, yet Pittsburgh coach Pat Narduzzi wants more.
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West Virginia wary of Baylor multitasker Ebner and the Bears
Neal Brown watched Trestan Ebner zig, zag and bull his way to four touchdowns in Baylor’s opener, leaving West Virginia’s coach with the task of devising a plan to slow him down.
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New York Giants coaches taking the blame for 0-3 start
EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. (AP) — Joe Judge and his coaching staff are taking the blame for the New York Giants' winless start.
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LSU looks to bounce back when defending champs visit Vandy
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — The LSU Tigers received a rude wake-up call: Their national championship season is over and they can't take anything for granted.
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South Carolina looking to contain Pitts, slow No. 3 Florida
GAINESVILLE, Fla. (AP) — Will Muschamp has orchestrated several defensive gems in the Swamp.
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Tatis, Myers homer twice, Padres stay alive with 11-9 win
SAN DIEGO (AP) — Fernando Tatis Jr. had been waiting for a breakout game, and boy did “El Niño” get it.
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Confident No. 21 Tennessee set to take on Missouri next
The Tennessee Volunteers have picked up where they left off last season, and each victory just keeps building their confidence.
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Catch it: Hall of Famer Johnny Bench to auction memorabilia
The recent deaths of baseball greats Lou Brock, Tom Seaver and Al Kaline got Johnny Bench thinking about the future and the prospect of unloading memorabilia from his Hall of Fame career.
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Winless Falcons may not get chance to blow lead at Green Bay
The next challenge for the winless Atlanta Falcons is imposing enough that it might not afford them an opportunity for another fourth-quarter collapse.
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Hokies visit Blue Devils looking for 2-0 start in ACC play
Virginia Tech won its first game without nearly two dozen players and even some coaches unavailable due to a combination of coronavirus and injury issues. The question is whether they’ll be shorthanded again when they play Saturday at Duke.
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Wake Forest carries 0-2 start into game with Campbell
Things haven’t been easy for Wake Forest.
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No. 2 Alabama hosts No. 13 Texas A&M in home opener
It's not like Nick Saban's former assistants-turned-head coaches haven't heard all the numbers before.
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Streak breaker: Braves win first playoff series since 2001
ATLANTA (AP) — Picture this: The Atlanta Braves winning a playoff series for the first time in nearly a generation.
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Saints and Lions match up with both in unfamiliar territory
DETROIT (AP) — The New Orleans
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Fati scores again as 10-man Barcelona beats Celta Vigo 3-0
MADRID (AP) — Teenager Ansu Fati scored again to help give Barcelona a second straight win to start the Spanish league season with a 3-0 victory at Celta Vigo on Thursday.
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Lack of turnovers remains a concern for Chargers' defense
Anthony Lynn said at the end of last season that generating turnovers would be a major point of emphasis for the Los Angeles Chargers this year.
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Strange timing: Deep South's oldest rivalry comes early
ATHENS, Ga. (AP) — The Deep South's oldest rivals usually tangle deep into fall, long after the leaves have turned and talk has turned to conference titles and postseason games.
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Donovan's Loyal forfeits after 2nd slur in as many weeks
SAN DIEGO (AP) — The San Diego Loyal and Phoenix Rising players planned to pause their soccer match in the 71st minute and hold up a sign that said, “I will speak. I will act.”
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No. 22 BYU rocking and rolling to 2-0 start, hosts LA Tech
The BYU Cougars are working on new offensive wrinkles and introducing old-school dance moves.
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Kershaw Ks 13 as Dodgers eliminate Brewers 3-0
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Beat up in the postseason over the years, Clayton Kershaw orchestrated one of his best performances against the weakened Milwaukee Brewers.
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Over in a hurry: A couple bad days end MLB seasons
Joey Votto was at a bit of a loss to describe what had happened to the Reds. Two games, 22 innings and zero runs: Just like that, Cincinnati and its faltering offense had been eliminated from the MLB playoffs by the Atlanta Braves.
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Tatis, Myers homer twice, Padres stay alive with 11-9 win
SAN DIEGO (AP) — Fernando Tatis Jr. had been waiting for a breakout game, and boy did “El Niño” get it.
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Rams defense determined to grow from last-minute letdown
THOUSAND OAKS, Calif. (AP) — The Rams were one snap away from a 3-0 start and another stellar defensive finish when a late-arriving flag in Buffalo changed the narrative.
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Lack of turnovers remains a concern for Chargers' defense
Anthony Lynn said at the end of last season that generating turnovers would be a major point of emphasis for the Los Angeles Chargers this year.
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FIFA opens door for players possibly missing WCup qualifiers
SAO PAULO (AP) — FIFA decided on Thursday that clubs can stop their players from participating in international matches until the end of the year depending on COVID-19 conditions in the countries to which they are traveling.
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Saddled by record streak, dazed Twins ponder playoff ousters
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — After taking a second straight division title by winning at a 60% rate during the regular season, the Minnesota Twins experienced no reward in the playoffs, only that familiar autumn exasperation for the franchise and those who follow it.
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When Buccaneers near the goal line, Brady looks for Evans
TAMPA, Fla. (AP) — Bruce Arians doesn’t blame Tom Brady for looking for Mike Evans when the Tampa Bay Buccaneers are close to the goal line.
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Seahawks confident ugly numbers on defense will turn around
RENTON, Wash. (AP) — Pete Carroll is confident a change is coming. So are Bobby Wagner, Ken Norton Jr. and others.
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Bubble Redux: Canada's MLS teams making home away from home
PORTLAND, Ore. (AP) — At first glance, it was certainly surreal. Providence Park, home of the Portland Timbers, was festooned in Vancouver Whitecaps colors.
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Big 12 QBs Duggan and Bowman back strong from health issues
FORT WORTH, Texas (AP) — Max Duggan and Alan Bowman have come back throwing strong again in the Big 12 after both experienced different health issues.
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New York Giants coaches taking the blame for 0-3 start
EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. (AP) — Joe Judge and his coaching staff are taking the blame for the New York Giants' winless start.
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Saints and Lions match up with both in unfamiliar territory
DETROIT (AP) — The New Orleans
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Catch it: Hall of Famer Johnny Bench to auction memorabilia
The recent deaths of baseball greats Lou Brock, Tom Seaver and Al Kaline got Johnny Bench thinking about the future and the prospect of unloading memorabilia from his Hall of Fame career.
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Winless Falcons may not get chance to blow lead at Green Bay
The next challenge for the winless Atlanta Falcons is imposing enough that it might not afford them an opportunity for another fourth-quarter collapse.
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Donovan's Loyal forfeits after 2nd slur in as many weeks
SAN DIEGO (AP) — The San Diego Loyal and Phoenix Rising players planned to pause their soccer match in the 71st minute and hold up a sign that said, “I will speak. I will act.”
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AP source: 76ers set to hire Rivers as new coach
PHILADELPHIA (AP) — There's a new Doc in Philadelphia — one charged with reviving a 76ers organization that fell far short of NBA championship expectations.
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Fati scores again as 10-man Barcelona beats Celta Vigo 3-0
MADRID (AP) — Teenager Ansu Fati scored again to help give Barcelona a second straight win to start the Spanish league season with a 3-0 victory at Celta Vigo on Thursday.
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Indians' early October exit could be followed by Lindor's
CLEVELAND (AP) — As Francisco Lindor played in the longest nine-inning game in history, a nearly five-hour endurance test that ended in an empty stadium on October's first morning, he considered it may have been his last game with Cleveland.
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No. 22 BYU rocking and rolling to 2-0 start, hosts LA Tech
The BYU Cougars are working on new offensive wrinkles and introducing old-school dance moves.
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Foles gets nod as Bears prepare for challenge against Colts
CHICAGO (AP) — The Chicago Bears traded for Nick Foles in the offseason to push Mitchell Trubisky for their starting quarterback job.
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October opening act: Air Force finally begins, hosts Navy
For the first time in school history, Air Force opens a season in October and by facing fellow service academy Navy.
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Kingsbury, Rhule renew friendly rivalry at the NFL level
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) — Matt Rhule and Kliff Kingsbury are set to match coaching strategies again — only this time at the NFL level when the Carolina Panthers host the Arizona Cardinals on Sunday.
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Anderson shines, Braves shut out Reds again to sweep series
ATLANTA (AP) — It had been so long since the Atlanta Braves won a postseason series, Marcell Ozuna wanted to make sure he captured the moment.
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No. 15 Cincinnati can't overlook rebuilding South Florida
Even though South Florida was routed 52-0 by Notre Dame and then sat for a week due to COVID-19 issues, Cincinnati coach Luke Fickell is wary of the rebuilding Bulls.
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5 Brazilian youngsters possible targets for European clubs
SAO PAULO (AP) — As the end of the European transfer window approaches, several young Brazilian players are still viewed as possible targets for clubs looking for last-minute deals.
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Chiefs prepared for run-heavy Patriots in Sunday showdown
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — The Kansas City Chiefs have struggled over the years to stop the run, regardless of who was directing their defense. But they showed in last week's win over the Baltimore Ravens that they could rise to the challenge.
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Keeping QBs upright a priority as Bengals host Jaguars
COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) — Joe Burrow and Gardner Minshew are getting used to picking themselves up off the ground.
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No. 2 Alabama hosts No. 13 Texas A&M in home opener
It's not like Nick Saban's former assistants-turned-head coaches haven't heard all the numbers before.
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Strange timing: Deep South's oldest rivalry comes early
ATHENS, Ga. (AP) — The Deep South's oldest rivals usually tangle deep into fall, long after the leaves have turned and talk has turned to conference titles and postseason games.
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Cook leads Vikings into Houston in matchup of winless teams
HOUSTON (AP) — Dalvin Cook could be due for a big game Sunday when the Minnesota Vikings visit the Houston Texans in a matchup of winless teams.
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Struggling Giants head to LA in search of Judge's first win
INGLEWOOD, Calif. (AP) — Although Joe Judge is still looking for his first victory as the New York Giants' head coach, he already has a win over Sean McVay and the Los Angeles Rams that was so big, he got a ring for it.
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'Mini-offseason' over as No. 12 Tar Heels return against BC
BOSTON (AP) — It’s been so long since No. 12 North Carolina played its last game that it almost feels like a new season to coach Mack Brown.
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Ole Miss, Kentucky look to rebound from opening-game losses
Kentucky coach Mark Stoops wants to ensure his team doesn’t get in its own way with fewer games to get things right.
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No 9 Texas hopes to fix tackling woes Duggan and TCU
AUSTIN, Texas (AP) — Two games into the season and new defensive coordinator Chris Ash has a big, fundamental problem at Texas.
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Hubbard, No. 17 Cowboys look to get on track at Kansas
LAWRENCE, Kan. (AP) — One of the best running backs in the nation found himself standing on the Oklahoma State sideline after fumbling on two straight second-half possession, even though the Cowboys were in the middle of a scrap with salty West Virginia.
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Flores and Dolphins will try to slow down Wilson and Seattle
MIAMI (AP) — Malcolm Butler won't be available for Brian Flores to send into the game if the Seattle Seahawks get down to the 1-yard line Sunday, and that's not his only worry.
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Game 2 of Marlins-Cubs wild-card series postponed
CHICAGO (AP) — The Chicago Cubs are counting on Yu Darvish to help them avoid a playoff sweep by the Miami Marlins.
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No. 16 Mississippi State seeks 4th straight win vs Arkansas
K.J. Costello’s record-setting debut with No. 16 Mississippi State will be a tough act to follow. Arkansas counterpart Feleipe Franks is looking for an improved performance and a win.
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Hokies visit Blue Devils looking for 2-0 start in ACC play
Virginia Tech won its first game without nearly two dozen players and even some coaches unavailable due to a combination of coronavirus and injury issues. The question is whether they’ll be shorthanded again when they play Saturday at Duke.
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No. 24 Pitt looks to stay perfect against N.C. State
PITTSBURGH (AP) — The numbers are startling, yet Pittsburgh coach Pat Narduzzi wants more.
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Chiefs' high-octane offense has wide variety of playmakers
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — The previous time Eric Fisher can recall catching a touchdown pass was during his junior season at Stoney Creek High School in Rochester, Michigan, when his old coach would run a jumbo package at the goal line and he would line up at tight end.
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Ronaldo's Juventus gets Messi's Barcelona in CL group stage
GENEVA (AP) — Cristiano Ronaldo and Lionel Messi will face each other in the Champions League group stage for the first time — and fans could be allowed back in to watch.
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LSU looks to bounce back when defending champs visit Vandy
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — The LSU Tigers received a rude wake-up call: Their national championship season is over and they can't take anything for granted.
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Confident No. 21 Tennessee set to take on Missouri next
The Tennessee Volunteers have picked up where they left off last season, and each victory just keeps building their confidence.
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Virginia looks to gage improvement since last facing Clemson
Virginia coach Bronco Mendenhall is a believer that past lessons are essential to future success. He and the Cavaliers get to see if that's true when they play No. 1 Clemson.
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West Virginia wary of Baylor multitasker Ebner and the Bears
Neal Brown watched Trestan Ebner zig, zag and bull his way to four touchdowns in Baylor’s opener, leaving West Virginia’s coach with the task of devising a plan to slow him down.
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South Carolina looking to contain Pitts, slow No. 3 Florida
GAINESVILLE, Fla. (AP) — Will Muschamp has orchestrated several defensive gems in the Swamp.
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Wake Forest carries 0-2 start into game with Campbell
Things haven’t been easy for Wake Forest.
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Calvert-Lewin reborn as Everton's penalty-box poacher
Dominic Calvert-Lewin left the pitch at Goodison Park with a smile on his face and the match ball in his left hand.
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No. 12 North Carolina returns to ACC play vs Boston College
Here are things to watch in the Atlantic Coast Conference in Week 4:
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East vs West: No. 4 Georgia hosts No. 7 Auburn in SEC tilt
Here are things to watch in Week 2 in the Southeastern Conference:
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Wichita State's crash evokes moving memories 50 years later
SILVER PLUME, Colo. (AP) — In a small clearing on Mount Trelease, a faded and tattered yellow shirt rests among twisted shards of metal.
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Renfroe slam helps Rays sweep young Blue Jays in 1st round
ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. (AP) — The Tampa Bay Rays gathered in front of their dugout and posed for a celebratory team picture they're hoping will not be the last they take this postseason.
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Hoosiers lose key defensive starter Ball as practice begins
INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — Marcelino Ball provided a physical presence in Indiana ' secondary from the moment he first stepped on the field in 2016.
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Finally! Freeman, Braves top Reds 1-0 in 13th to open series
ATLANTA (AP) — The scoreless innings kept piling up, along with the strikeouts. The shadows began to creep across the infield, and when the lights came on in a mostly empty stadium for a postseason game that began a little past noon, it seemed like this might go on forever.
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Newcomers and long-absent clubs freshen up Champions League
GENEVA (AP) — A growing group of newcomers and long-absent clubs is giving the Champions League a fresh look this season.
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Dickerson homers as Marlins beat Cubs 5-1 in playoff opener
CHICAGO (AP) — The Miami Marlins just kept fighting. When Kyle Hendricks finally stumbled, they pounced.
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Man City marches on in League Cup, Man United also through
In this congested season like no other, coaches are typically using the English League Cup to rest and rotate key players.
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Champions League guide: 32 teams set to learn group foes
GENEVA (AP) — The 32 elite teams in the Champions League groups drawn Thursday will feature 12 former winners and four newcomers on European soccer’s biggest club stage.
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QBs Costello, Trask set pace with big numbers in SEC openers
Southeastern Conference fans expecting defenses to be ahead of offenses could not have been prepared for the big passing games from Mississippi State's K.J. Costello and Florida's Kyle Trask to open the season.
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Signs of conditioning issues concern for some ACC schools
Virginia Tech’s twice-delayed season-opener could hardly have started any better.
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Countdown on for debut of Seattle Kraken
SEATTLE (AP) — Standing on the recently poured concrete that will be the club level floor inside Climate Pledge Arena, Tod Leiweke nodded and pointed toward a corner of the upper deck.
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Real Madrid beats Valladolid 1-0; Suárez and Atlético held
MADRID (AP) — Vinícius Júnior scored after coming off the bench as Real Madrid defeated Valladolid 1-0 on Wednesday for its second win in a row in the Spanish league, while Atlético Madrid was held to a scoreless draw against promoted Huesca in a disappointing first start for Luis Suárez.
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Rookie Smith hopes to build on successful Thorns debut
PORTLAND, Ore. (AP) — Portland Thorns rookie Sophia Smith laughs when she recalls the conversation with her dad back in high school about her blossoming soccer career.
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Seager homers, Dodgers beat Brewers 4-2 in playoff opener
LOS ANGELES (AP) — The Los Angeles Dodgers' powerful lineup went mostly quiet against the Milwaukee Brewers. Still, baseball's best team in the regular season generated just enough offense and got plenty of help from the opposing pitcher.
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Huskies confident they'll be ready when Pac-12 season begins
SEATTLE (AP) — Coach Jimmy Lake believes Washington will be ready when the Pac-12 season kicks off in early November, in part because most of the Huskies roster never left Seattle during the summer.
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Foles gets a chance to show he's more than a good backup
Coach Matt Nagy sensed the calm in Nick Foles as the veteran quarterback led the Chicago Bears to another comeback victory last week.
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Goldschmidt, Cardinals win 7-4 in Padres' return to playoffs
SAN DIEGO (AP) — Given a chance to catch their breath after a crazy month and a half, the St. Louis Cardinals settled into the playoffs with yet another win against the San Diego Padres.
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QB Jones leads Giants' running game without injured Saquon
EAST RUTHEFORD, N.J. (AP) — Quarterback Daniel Jones has been the New York Giants' running game this season, even before star halfback Saquon Barkley was lost for the year with a knee injury.
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Johnson helping No. 21 Tennessee answer pass rush question
Senior linebacker Deandre Johnson is helping answer the questions about who would replace Darrell Taylor for No. 21 Tennessee.
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Patriots expecting unexpected in latest matchup with Mahomes
FOXBOROUGH, Mass. (AP) — If there’s one thing Bill Belichick is sure of, it’s that there’s no special formula to slowing down the Chiefs offense and quarterback Patrick Mahomes.
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Orgeron: LSU star defender Stingley expected back vs Vandy
LSU All-America cornerback Derek Stingley Jr. could return to practice as soon as Tuesday and possibly play Saturday at Vanderbilt, coach Ed Orgeron said.
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Injury woes have Chargers shuffling offensive line
Anthony Lynn has already done more shuffling to the Los Angeles Chargers offensive line over the first three weeks than most coaches do in a season.
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Astros sweep as Twins lose 18th straight in playoffs
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — Shaken up by a scandal before the virus outbreak shrunk the season, the Houston Astros barely played well enough to reach the playoffs — with the rest of baseball actively rooting against them.
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No. 3 Florida having trouble selling out 17,000-seat Swamp
GAINESVILLE, Fla. (AP) — No. 3 Florida is having trouble selling out its home opener against South Carolina, even with just 17,000 tickets available.
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Oklahoma's upset loss to Kansas St. opens up Big 12 race
It took one week for the Big 12 to bring just a little more strangeness to the year 2020.
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Kyle to Kyle gives No. 3 Florida potent passing combination
GAINESVILLE, Fla. (AP) — After the fourth and final Kyle Trask to Kyle Pitts touchdown at Ole Miss, “K2K” was trending on Twitter.
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Saints receiver Thomas back at practice after 2 missed games
METAIRIE, La. (AP) — Saints top receiver Michael Thomas returned to practice on Wednesday for the first time since injuring his ankle in New Orleans' season-opening victory over Tampa Bay on Sept. 13.
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Swinney says No. 1 Tigers healthy, virus free after off week
Clemson coach Dabo Swinney acknowledges how edgy he gets waiting for COVID-19 test results to come back for the top-ranked Tigers.
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No. 2 Alabama's electric WR Waddle taking on bigger role
Jaylen Waddle has been one of the nation's most dangerous return men, and a big-play receiver since first stepping on the football field for Alabama.
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Yanks sweep Indians 10-9 in draining game, meet Rays in ALDS
CLEVELAND (AP) — It took the New York Yankees nearly five hours on the field, carried them from Wednesday to Thursday and September into October to complete the sweep.
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Shaquem Griffin hoping to impress Seahawks yet again
RENTON, Wash. (AP) — All Shaquem Griffin needed was a handful to snaps to prove he deserved another week on the Seattle Seahawks' roster.
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Swinney: Not in favor of social justice messages on uniforms
Clemson coach Dabo Swinney does not support messages of social justice or other issues on player uniforms.
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Another week of Bulldogs playing: Who's at quarterback?
ATLANTA (AP) — Get ready for another week of the Georgia Bulldogs playing: Who's at quarterback?
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Yanks sweep Indians 10-9 in draining game, meet Rays in ALDS
CLEVELAND (AP) — It took the New York Yankees nearly five hours and carried them from September into October to complete the sweep.
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Yanks rally, beat Indians 10-9 to reach ALDS vs rival Rays
CLEVELAND (AP) — DJ LeMahieu's tiebreaking single in the ninth inning off Cleveland closer Brad Hand sent the New York Yankees into the AL Division Series with a wild 10-9 win over the Indians early Thursday in a rain-delayed Game 2 that started in September and ended in October.
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Seager homers, Dodgers edge Brewers 4-2 in wild-card opener
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Mookie Betts had two hits and an RBI, Corey Seager homered and the Los Angeles Dodgers beat the Milwaukee Brewers 4-2 in the opener of their NL wild-card series on Wednesday night.
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Champions League guide: 32 teams set to learn group foes
GENEVA (AP) — The 32 elite teams in the Champions League groups drawn Thursday will feature 12 former winners and four newcomers on European soccer’s biggest club stage.
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Goldschmidt, Cardinals win 7-4 in Padres' return to playoffs
SAN DIEGO (AP) — Given a chance to catch their breath after a crazy month and a half, the St. Louis Cardinals settled into the playoffs with yet another win against the San Diego Padres.
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Shaquem Griffin hoping to impress Seahawks yet again
RENTON, Wash. (AP) — All Shaquem Griffin needed was a handful to snaps to prove he deserved another week on the Seattle Seahawks' roster.
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Saints receiver Thomas back at practice after 2 missed games
METAIRIE, La. (AP) — Saints top receiver Michael Thomas returned to practice on Wednesday for the first time since injuring his ankle in New Orleans' season-opening victory over Tampa Bay on Sept. 13.
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Renfroe slam helps Rays sweep young Blue Jays in 1st round
ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. (AP) — The Tampa Bay Rays gathered in front of their dugout and posed for a celebratory team picture they're hoping will not be the last they take this postseason.
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Injury woes have Chargers shuffling offensive line
Anthony Lynn has already done more shuffling to the Los Angeles Chargers offensive line over the first three weeks than most coaches do in a season.
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No. 3 Florida having trouble selling out 17,000-seat Swamp
GAINESVILLE, Fla. (AP) — No. 3 Florida is having trouble selling out its home opener against South Carolina, even with just 17,000 tickets available.
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Countdown on for debut of Seattle Kraken
SEATTLE (AP) — Standing on the recently poured concrete that will be the club level floor inside Climate Pledge Arena, Tod Leiweke nodded and pointed toward a corner of the upper deck.
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Foles gets a chance to show he's more than a good backup
Coach Matt Nagy sensed the calm in Nick Foles as the veteran quarterback led the Chicago Bears to another comeback victory last week.
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Real Madrid beats Valladolid 1-0; Suárez and Atlético held
MADRID (AP) — Vinícius Júnior scored after coming off the bench as Real Madrid defeated Valladolid 1-0 on Wednesday for its second win in a row in the Spanish league, while Atlético Madrid was held to a scoreless draw against promoted Huesca in a disappointing first start for Luis Suárez.
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QB Jones leads Giants' running game without injured Saquon
EAST RUTHEFORD, N.J. (AP) — Quarterback Daniel Jones has been the New York Giants' running game this season, even before star halfback Saquon Barkley was lost for the year with a knee injury.
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Finally! Freeman, Braves top Reds 1-0 in 13th to open series
ATLANTA (AP) — The scoreless innings kept piling up, along with the strikeouts. The shadows began to creep across the infield, and when the lights came on in a mostly empty stadium for a postseason game that began a little past noon, it seemed like this might go on forever.
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Dickerson homers as Marlins beat Cubs 5-1 in playoff opener
CHICAGO (AP) — The Miami Marlins just kept fighting. When Kyle Hendricks finally stumbled, they pounced.
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Finally! Freeman leads Braves over Reds 1-0 in 13 innings
ATLANTA (AP) — Freddie Freeman singled home the winning run in the 13th inning, finally ending the longest scoreless duel in postseason history as the Atlanta Braves defeated the Cincinnati Reds 1-0 in the opener of their NL wild-card series on Wednesday.
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Astros sweep as Twins lose 18th straight in playoffs
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — Shaken up by a scandal before the virus outbreak shrunk the season, the Houston Astros barely played well enough to reach the playoffs — with the rest of baseball actively rooting against them.
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Man City marches on in League Cup, Man United also through
In this congested season like no other, coaches are typically using the English League Cup to rest and rotate key players.
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Moreno still part of baseball decisions under next Angels GM
ANAHEIM, Calif. (AP) — The Los Angeles Angels' search for a general manager will be broad and deep, and the process could last past Thanksgiving.
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Wichita State's crash evokes moving memories 50 years later
SILVER PLUME, Colo. (AP) — In a small clearing on Mount Trelease, a faded and tattered yellow shirt rests among twisted shards of metal.
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Saints' Thomas returns to practice after missing 2 games
METAIRIE, La. (AP) — Saints top receiver Michael Thomas returned to practice on Wednesday for the first time since injuring his ankle in New Orleans' season-opening victory over Tampa Bay on Sept. 13.
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Man City marches on in League Cup, Newcastle also through
In this congested season like no other, coaches are typically using the English League Cup to rest and rotate key players.
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Suárez and Atlético held scoreless in draw against Huesca
MADRID (AP) — Luis Suárez followed up his promising debut for Atlético Madrid with a disappointing performance in his first start on Wednesday.
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Ravens hope to learn from 'painful' lesson given by Chiefs
The Baltimore Ravens had their flaws exposed in a loss to Kansas City that had a familiar feel.
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Rhule: Panthers' biggest issue is taking poor tackle angles
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) — While Panthers coach Matt Rhule says Carolina’s first win of the season last week against the Chargers was a step in the right direction, he's still concerned about the team’s substandard tackling.
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Newcastle beats 4th-tier Newport on penalties in League Cup
Newcastle avoided a major upset against fourth-tier Newport County in the English League Cup by equalizing in the 87th minute and winning a penalty shootout to reach the quarterfinals on Wednesday.
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Chiefs potentially down 2 more defensive starters vs. Pats
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — The Kansas City Chiefs learned shortly before kickoff last week that offensive lineman Andrew Wylie had been taken to the hospital for a suspected case of appendicitis, leaving them even more short-handed for a high-profile Monday night matchup with the Baltimore Ravens.
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Patriots expecting unexpected in latest matchup with Mahomes
FOXBOROUGH, Mass. (AP) — If there’s one thing Bill Belichick is sure of, it’s that there’s no special formula to slowing down the Chiefs offense and quarterback Patrick Mahomes.
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Dolphins' Gesicki hopes to polish his end zone celebrations
MIAMI (AP) — Miami Dolphins tight end Mike Gesicki concedes his latest touchdown celebration was too slow to develop.
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Signs of conditioning issues concern for some ACC schools
Virginia Tech’s twice-delayed season-opener could hardly have started any better.
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Barcelona close to signing young American defender Dest
MADRID (AP) — American right back Sergiño Dest is set to join Barcelona, coach Ronald Koeman said on Wednesday.
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Rangers buy out star goaltender Henrik Lundqvist's contract
The “King” of Madison Square Garden has been deposed.
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QBs Costello, Trask set pace with big numbers in SEC openers
Southeastern Conference fans expecting defenses to be ahead of offenses could not have been prepared for the big passing games from Mississippi State's K.J. Costello and Florida's Kyle Trask to open the season.
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Tennis players at French Open rattled by sonic boom
PARIS (AP) — A tennis player at the French Open was visibly startled by a sonic boom Wednesday just as he was about to serve a ball.
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No debate: Judge, Yankees pound Bieber, Indians in opener
CLEVELAND (AP) — On a night for debates, Aaron Judge, Gerrit Cole and the New York Yankees made quite an opening statement.
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Bauer leads Reds rotation against Braves' powerful lineup
ATLANTA (AP) — Trevor Bauer threw his first pitch — high and tight — well before the start of the Cincinnati Reds' wild-card series against the Atlanta Braves.
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Padres bring swagger, talent into series vs. Cardinals
SAN DIEGO (AP) — The Padres are bringing some serious swagger and talent to their first postseason appearance in 14 years, against their old nemesis, the St. Louis Cardinals.
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Hoosiers lose key defensive starter Ball as practice begins
INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — Marcelino Ball provided a physical presence in Indiana ' secondary from the moment he first stepped on the field in 2016.
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Cubs, Marlins set to meet after bumpy paths to postseason
CHICAGO (AP) — Cubs manager David Ross had to remind himself Monday night that Chicago was still two days away from opening the playoffs against the Miami Marlins.
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Dodgers confident going into NL wild-card series vs Brewers
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Best record in the majors. More home runs than anyone. Best bullpen ERA and home record in the National League.
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Snell sharp, Margot HR, Rays beat Blue Jays 3-1 in opener
ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. (AP) — Beyond ace lefty Blake Snell, the small-market Tampa Bay Rays are light on household names.
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Pellegrini's Real Betis loses another one in Spanish league
MADRID (AP) — Manuel Pellegrini's good run with Real Betis has come to an end in the Spanish league.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Newcomers and long-absent clubs freshen up Champions League
GENEVA (AP) — A growing group of newcomers and long-absent clubs is giving the Champions League a fresh look this season.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Dallas Stars' Rick Bowness still has 'passion' to coach
Dallas Stars goaltender Anton Khudobin felt empty. Jamie Benn, their longtime captain, was almost speechless.
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Rookie Smith hopes to build on successful Thorns debut
PORTLAND, Ore. (AP) — Portland Thorns rookie Sophia Smith laughs when she recalls the conversation with her dad back in high school about her blossoming soccer career.
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Huskies confident they'll be ready when Pac-12 season begins
SEATTLE (AP) — Coach Jimmy Lake believes Washington will be ready when the Pac-12 season kicks off in early November, in part because most of the Huskies roster never left Seattle during the summer.
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Astros win 4-1 in Game 1; Twins' record losing streak at 17
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — Tarnished by scandal at the start of the year and below average during this pandemic-abbreviated season, the Houston Astros showed up for the playoffs with their usual confidence and poise.
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Johnson helping No. 21 Tennessee answer pass rush question
Senior linebacker Deandre Johnson is helping answer the questions about who would replace Darrell Taylor for No. 21 Tennessee.
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Punishing Pitt: No. 24 Panthers relying on dominant defense
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Pittsburgh coach Pat Narduzzi bit his tongue all week whenever someone would mention the challenge Louisville's fast pace would present when the Cardinals visited Heinz Field.
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Orgeron: LSU star defender Stingley expected back vs Vandy
LSU All-America cornerback Derek Stingley Jr. could return to practice as soon as Tuesday and possibly play Saturday at Vanderbilt, coach Ed Orgeron said.
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Curses! Postseason losses continue for long-suffering teams
It was not a good start to the Major League Baseball postseason for those who don’t believe in curses.
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Oklahoma's upset loss to Kansas St. opens up Big 12 race
It took one week for the Big 12 to bring just a little more strangeness to the year 2020.
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Kyle to Kyle gives No. 3 Florida potent passing combination
GAINESVILLE, Fla. (AP) — After the fourth and final Kyle Trask to Kyle Pitts touchdown at Ole Miss, “K2K” was trending on Twitter.
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Swinney says No. 1 Tigers healthy, virus free after off week
Clemson coach Dabo Swinney acknowledges how edgy he gets waiting for COVID-19 test results to come back for the top-ranked Tigers.
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No. 2 Alabama's electric WR Waddle taking on bigger role
Jaylen Waddle has been one of the nation's most dangerous return men, and a big-play receiver since first stepping on the football field for Alabama.
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Swinney: Not in favor of social justice messages on uniforms
Clemson coach Dabo Swinney does not support messages of social justice or other issues on player uniforms.
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Another week of Bulldogs playing: Who's at quarterback?
ATLANTA (AP) — Get ready for another week of the Georgia Bulldogs playing: Who's at quarterback?
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Newcomers and long-absent clubs freshen up Champions League
GENEVA (AP) — A growing group of newcomers and long-absent clubs is giving the Champions League a fresh look this season.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
No debate: Judge, Yankees pound Bieber, Indians in opener
CLEVELAND (AP) — On a night for debates, Aaron Judge, Gerrit Cole and the New York Yankees made quite an opening statement.
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Padres bring swagger, talent into series vs. Cardinals
SAN DIEGO (AP) — The Padres are bringing some serious swagger and talent to their first postseason appearance in 14 years, against their old nemesis, the St. Louis Cardinals.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Snell sharp, Margot HR, Rays beat Blue Jays 3-1 in opener
ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. (AP) — Beyond ace lefty Blake Snell, the small-market Tampa Bay Rays are light on household names.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Dodgers confident going into NL wild-card series vs Brewers
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Best record in the majors. More home runs than anyone. Best bullpen ERA and home record in the National League.
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Rookie Smith hopes to build on successful Thorns debut
PORTLAND, Ore. (AP) — Portland Thorns rookie Sophia Smith laughs when she recalls the conversation with her dad back in high school about her blossoming soccer career.
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Astros win 4-1 in Game 1; Twins' record losing streak at 17
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — Tarnished by scandal at the start of the year and below average during this pandemic-abbreviated season, the Houston Astros showed up for the playoffs with their usual confidence and poise.
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Pellegrini's Real Betis loses another one in Spanish league
MADRID (AP) — Manuel Pellegrini's good run with Real Betis has come to an end in the Spanish league.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Dallas Stars' Rick Bowness still has 'passion' to coach
Dallas Stars goaltender Anton Khudobin felt empty. Jamie Benn, their longtime captain, was almost speechless.
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Huskies confident they'll be ready when Pac-12 season begins
SEATTLE (AP) — Coach Jimmy Lake believes Washington will be ready when the Pac-12 season kicks off in early November, in part because most of the Huskies roster never left Seattle during the summer.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Stars' Bowness still has 'passion' to coach run to Cup Final
Dallas Stars goaltender Anton Khudobin felt empty. Jamie Benn, their longtime captain, was almost speechless.
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Cubs, Marlins set to meet after bumpy paths to postseason
CHICAGO (AP) — Cubs manager David Ross had to remind himself Monday night that Chicago was still two days away from opening the playoffs against the Miami Marlins.
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Bauer leads Reds rotation against Braves' powerful lineup
ATLANTA (AP) — Trevor Bauer threw his first pitch — high and tight — well before the start of the Cincinnati Reds' wild-card series against the Atlanta Braves.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Summers' time? Packers LB aims to capitalize on opportunity
The stats suggest Green Bay Packers linebacker Ty Summers did just fine Sunday, especially for his first time playing defense in an NFL regular-season game.
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Swinney says No. 1 Tigers healthy, virus free after off week
Clemson coach Dabo Swinney acknowledges how edgy he gets waiting for COVID-19 test results to come back for the top-ranked Tigers.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Twins shelve Donaldson for wild card series with calf injury
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — Minnesota Twins third baseman Josh Donaldson will miss the best-of-three AL first-round series against Houston because of a nagging injury to his right calf, and the team included rookie Alex Kirilloff on the roster that was set on Tuesday prior to Game 1.
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Ravens shift into bounce-back mode after humbling loss
BALTIMORE (AP) — It's been a year since the Baltimore Ravens had to shift into bounce-back mode after absorbing a lopsided regular-season defeat at home.
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Madrid counting on midfielders and defenders to keep scoring
MADRID (AP) — With its forwards still yet to produce as expected, Real Madrid will be counting on its midfielders and defenders to keep coming through in attack.
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Swinney: Not in favor of social justice messages on uniforms
Clemson coach Dabo Swinney does not support messages of social justice or other issues on player uniforms.
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Yuli Gurriel takes pay cut to $7M to stay with Astros
HOUSTON (AP) — First baseman Yuli Gurriel and the Houston Astros have agreed to a one-year contract with an option for 2022 that guarantees $7 million, a cut of nearly 20% from his 2020 deal.
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Chiefs' Mahomes continues to show progress on biggest stages
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — Patrick Mahomes threw a fake jump pass before unloading a real one downfield. He tossed an under-handed shovel throw to his fullback for a touchdown. He found his speedy wide receiver streaking toward the end zone for another score, and he hit his big left …
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FIFA challenged at court by Porto in Football Leaks case
GENEVA (AP) — FIFA is being challenged by Portuguese champion Porto in a case of third-party ownership of a player’s economic rights revealed in the “Football Leaks” series.
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West Ham's work-from-home coach still calling the shots
Working from home during the coronavirus pandemic has become a global phenomenon — and a necessity for one Premier League soccer manager.
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Johnstone, 2-time WS champ and popular prankster, dies at 74
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Jay Johnstone, who won World Series championships as a versatile outfielder with the New York Yankees and Los Angeles Dodgers while being baseball’s merry prankster, has died. He was 74.
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No. 21 Pitt holds off No. 24 Louisville 23-20
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Patrick Jones II wants No. 21 Pittsburgh's defense to be the best in the country. Not just in points allowed. Not just in yards allowed. Not just in sacks or turnovers. All of it.
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Armstrong, Davis help Virginia rally past winless Duke 38-20
CHARLOTTESVILLE, Va. (AP) — It took Virginia four scheduled opponents to actually get to start their season, and four quarters to hit their stride in a 38-20 victory against Dukes on Saturday night.
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Angels to begin another early offseason with GM search
ANAHEIM, Calif. (AP) — Several weeks after stumbling out to another miserable start in another dismal season, the Los Angeles Angels finally clicked.
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Hoosiers lose key defensive starter Ball as practice begins
INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — Marcelino Ball provided a physical presence in Indiana ' secondary from the moment he first stepped on the field in 2016.
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Packers' offense sizzling, defense remains work in progress
The Green Bay Packers have capitalized on the strengths of their potent offense and the circumstances of this unusual season to get an early jump on the rest of the NFC.
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With 3rd straight win, Liverpool making ominous start to EPL
Three wins from three games, two big rivals dispatched, and an expensive new signing already on the scoresheet.
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BC rallies from 14-points down, beats Texas State 24-21
BOSTON (AP) — Boston College coach Jeff Hafley told his team all week to expect the game against Texas State to come down to the wire.
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Costello's 623 yards lead Miss. St. past No. 6 LSU, 44-34
BATON ROUGE, La. (AP) — New Mississippi State coach Mike Leach put his “Air Raid” offense in the hands of a transfer quarterback who showed up over the summer and the results were like nothing defending national champion LSU or the Southeastern Conference has ever seen.
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Lots of unfamiliar territory in 2020 baseball playoffs
CHICAGO (AP) — Mookie Betts, meet Devin Williams and his devastating changeup. Aaron Judge, take a closer look at a much improved Shane Bieber. Fernando Tatis Jr., say hello to Jack Flaherty.
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Despite 0-3 start, Giants a game out in woeful NFC East
EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. (AP) — Based on recent history, it would be easy to look at the New York Giants' winless start and write them off.
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No. 16 Tennessee wins seventh straight 31-27 over Gamecocks
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — Tennessee quarterback Jarrett Guarantano expected a difficult time at South Carolina. He also expected the 16th-ranked Vols to come out on top, no matter how hard things got.
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Brockers: Rams motivated when comeback fell short in Buffalo
LOS ANGELES (AP) — The Los Angeles Rams all realized they did enough to lose in Buffalo long before a highly debatable pass interference call went against them in the last minute.
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'No moral victories here': Tie disgusts Burrow, Bengals
COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) — The Cincinnati Bengals didn’t lose Sunday, but the 23-23 tie with the Philadelphia Eagles was just as difficult to take.
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Slumping Saints express urgency to clean up their act
NEW ORLEANS (AP) — New Orleans left tackle Terron Armstead describes the Saints as a good team that is playing like a bad one.
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Mahomes outplays Jackson to lead Chiefs past Ravens 34-20
BALTIMORE (AP) — It wasn't just that Patrick Mahomes threw for a ton of yards and four touchdowns. Most impressive was how he did it.
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Lions moving on after ending 11-game, 11-month losing streak
ALLEN PARK, Mich. (AP) — Even though Detroit Lions coach Matt Patricia had to wait 11 months to experience the thrill of victory, he insisted relief didn't describe his feelings.
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Ebner dominates in Aranda debut as Baylor tops Kansas 47-14
WACO, Texas (AP) — Trestan Ebner left little doubt he was more than ready for Baylor’s opener after two games were called off because of COVID-19 concerns.
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Pocket Aces: Bieber, Cole square off as Yankees play Indians
CLEVELAND (AP) — Shane Bieber's first playoff appearance for Cleveland will come against the team that personifies postseason baseball excellence.
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Surprisingly strong defense may put Colts on playoff course
INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — The Indianapolis Colts invested heavily in beefing up their defense during the offseason.
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Kansas State stuns No. 3 Oklahoma 38-35
NORMAN, Okla. (AP) — A Kansas State squad that lost its opener to Arkansas State two weeks ago, had its roster depleted by COVID-19, and entered Saturday's game against No. 3 Oklahoma as a four-touchdown underdog overcame it all to pull off one of the biggest stunners of the season.
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Veteran Dallas Stars come up short of Stanley Cup title
All those wily, old veterans couldn't get the Dallas Stars another Stanley Cup championship.
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Twins tout home-field edge against Astros, even without fans
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — The Minnesota Twins were determined to defend their division title and start this unusual postseason at home, even if the audience at Target Field this week will be confined to family members and cardboard cutouts.
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Johnson helping No. 21 Tennessee answer pass rush question
Senior linebacker Deandre Johnson is helping answer the questions about who would replace Darrell Taylor for No. 21 Tennessee.
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Punishing Pitt: No. 24 Panthers relying on dominant defense
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Pittsburgh coach Pat Narduzzi bit his tongue all week whenever someone would mention the challenge Louisville's fast pace would present when the Cardinals visited Heinz Field.
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Orgeron: LSU star defender Stingley expected back vs Vandy
LSU All-America cornerback Derek Stingley Jr. could return to practice as soon as Tuesday and possibly play Saturday at Vanderbilt, coach Ed Orgeron said.
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Hall 154 yards rushing, 3 TDs as Iowa State beats TCU 37-34
FORT WORTH, Texas (AP) — Breece Hall ran for 154 yards and three touchdowns, JaQuan Bailey had 3 1/2 sacks to become Iowa State’s career leader and the Cyclones opened Big 12 play with a 37-34 win at TCU on Saturday.
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Oklahoma's upset loss to Kansas St. opens up Big 12 race
It took one week for the Big 12 to bring just a little more strangeness to the year 2020.
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Kyle to Kyle gives No. 3 Florida potent passing combination
GAINESVILLE, Fla. (AP) — After the fourth and final Kyle Trask to Kyle Pitts touchdown at Ole Miss, “K2K” was trending on Twitter.
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Ravens again find misery at hands of Mahomes and Chiefs
BALTIMORE (AP) — Three years, three games, three defeats.
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Gabriel, No. 13 UCF beat East Carolina 51-28 in AAC opener
GREENVILLE, N.C. (AP) — For the second straight week, Dillon Gabriel and No. 13 Central Florida had no problem running their fast-tempo offense and rolling to big offensive totals.
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No. 2 Alabama's electric WR Waddle taking on bigger role
Jaylen Waddle has been one of the nation's most dangerous return men, and a big-play receiver since first stepping on the football field for Alabama.
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Pats forcing turnovers a positive sign with Chiefs up next
FOXBOROUGH, Mass. (AP) — The Patriots thrived last season when their defense was finding ways to take the ball away from opponents.
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Celtics head into offseason focused on future, not ending
BOSTON (AP) — Jayson Tatum emerged as a bona fide star, Jaylen Brown showed he can be a consistent presence in the lineup and Kemba Walker helped the Celtics put the failed Kyrie Irving experiment behind them.
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Nix, No. 8 Auburn pull away from No. 23 Kentucky, 29-13
AUBURN, Ala. (AP) — The first half ended with both teams feeling as if they were robbed of touchdowns.
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Even amid 3-0 start, Seahawks must correct defensive issues
SEATTLE (AP) — Bobby Wagner sounded deflated. And angry.
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For Marlins, playoff berth could be start of a new era
MIAMI (AP) — The Miami Marlins' first playoff appearance since 2003 is not supposed to last long.
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Young Blue Jays say they aren't intimidated by top seed Rays
ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. (AP) — When the Tampa Bay Rays and Toronto Blue Jays opened the pandemic-delayed season a little over two months ago, there was little to indicate the AL East rivals might meet again to begin the playoffs.
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No. 2 Crimson Tide rolls on offense to 38-19 win over Mizzou
COLUMBIA, Mo. (AP) — Nick Saban has never lost a season opener while coaching Alabama.
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Spiller leads No. 10 Texas A&M over Vanderbilt 17-12
COLLEGE STATION, Texas (AP) — Texas A&M coach Jimbo Fisher admitted that he'd be mad all week after the way his 10th-ranked team played against Vanderbilt on Saturday night.
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Another week of Bulldogs playing: Who's at quarterback?
ATLANTA (AP) — Get ready for another week of the Georgia Bulldogs playing: Who's at quarterback?
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Oklahoma's upset loss to Kansas St. opens up Big 12 race
It took one week for the Big 12 to bring just a little more strangeness to the year 2020.
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Ravens again find misery at hands of Mahomes and Chiefs
BALTIMORE (AP) — Three years, three games, three defeats.
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Veteran Dallas Stars come up short of Stanley Cup title
All those wily, old veterans couldn't get the Dallas Stars another Stanley Cup championship.
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Mahomes outplays Jackson to lead Chiefs past Ravens 34-20
BALTIMORE (AP) — It wasn't just that Patrick Mahomes threw for a ton of yards and four touchdowns. Most impressive was how he did it.
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Not 1 for aged: Stars come up short of Stanley Cup title
All those old guys couldn't get the Dallas Stars another Stanley Cup championship.
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Slumping Saints express urgency to clean up their act
NEW ORLEANS (AP) — New Orleans left tackle Terron Armstead describes the Saints as a good team that is playing like a bad one.
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Angels to begin another early offseason with GM search
ANAHEIM, Calif. (AP) — Several weeks after stumbling out to another miserable start in another dismal season, the Los Angeles Angels finally clicked.
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Despite 0-3 start, Giants a game out in woeful NFC East
EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. (AP) — Based on recent history, it would be easy to look at the New York Giants' winless start and write them off.
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Lions moving on after ending 11-game, 11-month losing streak
ALLEN PARK, Mich. (AP) — Even though Detroit Lions coach Matt Patricia had to wait 11 months to experience the thrill of victory, he insisted relief didn't describe his feelings.
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Even amid 3-0 start, Seahawks must correct defensive issues
SEATTLE (AP) — Bobby Wagner sounded deflated. And angry.
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Young Blue Jays say they aren't intimidated by top seed Rays
ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. (AP) — When the Tampa Bay Rays and Toronto Blue Jays opened the pandemic-delayed season a little over two months ago, there was little to indicate the AL East rivals might meet again to begin the playoffs.
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Packers' offense sizzling, defense remains work in progress
The Green Bay Packers have capitalized on the strengths of their potent offense and the circumstances of this unusual season to get an early jump on the rest of the NFC.
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Celtics head into offseason focused on future, not ending
BOSTON (AP) — Jayson Tatum emerged as a bona fide star, Jaylen Brown showed he can be a consistent presence in the lineup and Kemba Walker helped the Celtics put the failed Kyrie Irving experiment behind them.
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Brockers: Rams motivated when comeback fell short in Buffalo
LOS ANGELES (AP) — The Los Angeles Rams all realized they did enough to lose in Buffalo long before a highly debatable pass interference call went against them in the last minute.
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'No moral victories here': Tie disgusts Burrow, Bengals
COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) — The Cincinnati Bengals didn’t lose Sunday, but the 23-23 tie with the Philadelphia Eagles was just as difficult to take.
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Lots of unfamiliar territory in 2020 baseball playoffs
CHICAGO (AP) — Mookie Betts, meet Devin Williams and his devastating changeup. Aaron Judge, take a closer look at a much improved Shane Bieber. Fernando Tatis Jr., say hello to Jack Flaherty.
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Twins tout home-field edge against Astros, even without fans
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — The Minnesota Twins were determined to defend their division title and start this unusual postseason at home, even if the audience at Target Field this week will be confined to family members and cardboard cutouts.
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Another week of Bulldogs playing: Who's at quarterback?
ATLANTA (AP) — Get ready for another week of the Georgia Bulldogs playing: Who's at quarterback?
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Johnstone, 2-time WS champ and popular prankster, dies at 74
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Jay Johnstone, who won World Series championships as a versatile outfielder with the New York Yankees and Los Angeles Dodgers while being baseball’s merry prankster, has died. He was 74.
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Pocket Aces: Bieber, Cole square off as Yankees play Indians
CLEVELAND (AP) — Shane Bieber's first playoff appearance for Cleveland will come against the team that personifies postseason baseball excellence.
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Surprisingly strong defense may put Colts on playoff course
INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — The Indianapolis Colts invested heavily in beefing up their defense during the offseason.
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Kyle to Kyle gives No. 3 Florida potent passing combination
GAINESVILLE, Fla. (AP) — After the fourth and final Kyle Trask to Kyle Pitts touchdown at Ole Miss, “K2K” was trending on Twitter.
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Hoosiers lose key defensive starter Ball as practice begins
INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — Marcelino Ball provided a physical presence in Indiana ' secondary from the moment he first stepped on the field in 2016.
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With 3rd straight win, Liverpool making ominous start to EPL
Three wins from three games, two big rivals dispatched, and an expensive new signing already on the scoresheet.
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Buccaneers defense doing its part to help Brady's transition
TAMPA, Fla. (AP) — A stingy defense that’s getting better by the outing is doing its part to help Tom Brady transform the Tampa Bay Buccaneers into winners.
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Red Sox face more changes (again) after firing Roenicke
BOSTON (AP) — The manager won’t be back, and there could be more changes for the Boston Red Sox after their last-place finish in the pandemic-shortened season.
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Comeback crew: Nuggets leave bubble with newfound respect
DENVER (AP) — With bags on his back, Nikola Jokic
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Pats forcing turnovers a positive sign with Chiefs up next
FOXBOROUGH, Mass. (AP) — The Patriots thrived last season when their defense was finding ways to take the ball away from opponents.
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Cardinals playing aggressive, now must play better
GLENDALE, Ariz. (AP) — Arizona Cardinals second-year quarterback Kyler Murray isn't playing scared on the field. For coach Kliff Kingsbury, that's cause for celebration and a reason to reach for the Rolaids all at the same time.
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Where do Atlanta Falcons go after another epic meltdown?
ATLANTA (AP) — The Atlanta Falcons returned to work Monday, trying to convey a sense of normalcy in a season that has quickly flown off the rails.
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Johnson helping No. 21 Tennessee answer pass rush question
Senior linebacker Deandre Johnson is helping answer the questions about who would replace Darrell Taylor for No. 21 Tennessee.
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Early results: Browns, Garrett off to flying start in 2020
CLEVELAND (AP) — Myles Garrett vowed to put the past — and a regrettable incident — behind him. This was going to be a different season for him and the Cleveland Browns.
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Arenado, Rockies miss playoffs for 2nd straight season
DENVER (AP) — Hampered by a sore left shoulder, Nolan Arenado couldn’t carry the Colorado Rockies to the postseason.
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Hayes' sparkling arrival gives Pirates something to build on
PITTSBURGH (AP) — The Pittsburgh Pirates began 2020 with plenty of questions. The truncated 60-game schedule provided few answers save for one: Ke'Bryan Hayes can play. Really, really play.
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Orgeron: LSU star defender Stingley expected back vs Vandy
LSU All-America cornerback Derek Stingley Jr. could return to practice as soon as Tuesday and possibly play Saturday at Vanderbilt, coach Ed Orgeron said.
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No. 2 Alabama's electric WR Waddle taking on bigger role
Jaylen Waddle has been one of the nation's most dangerous return men, and a big-play receiver since first stepping on the football field for Alabama.
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Mariners see development, progress in truncated season
SEATTLE (AP) — Sometime around the midpoint of the truncated 60-game season, Scott Servais noticed an obvious shift in the Seattle Mariners clubhouse.
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Royals conclude 2020 season with eye on progress of youth
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — The Kansas City Royals spent the 60-game season in 2020 saying farewell to longtime outfielder Alex Gordon, one of the linchpins of their back-to-back World Series runs, and welcome to the young core they hope will take them back there.
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Thurman Thomas sees Bills' Allen developing into true leader
ORCHARD PARK, N.Y. (AP) — Thurman Thomas has seen enough in Josh Allen’s development to become a big believer in the Buffalo Bills' third-year quarterback.
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Not much went right in disappointing season for Diamondbacks
PHOENIX (AP) — Madison Bumgarner was one of many reasons the Arizona Diamondbacks fell well short of expectations this season. His assessment of his own personal struggles on the mound a few weeks ago summed up the team's summer quite well.
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Steelers playing well in all areas during 3-0 start
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Mike Tomlin calls it “complementary” football, the ability of one unit of the Pittsburgh Steelers to feed off the other.
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Another September collapse could spur changes for Phillies
PHILADELPHIA (AP) — A third straight September collapse left the Philadelphia Phillies out of the postseason for the ninth straight season.
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Texans look for first win after 2nd 0-3 start in 3 years
HOUSTON (AP) — The Houston Texans don’t have much reason for optimism after Sunday’s loss at Pittsburgh left them 0-3 for the second time in three seasons.
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For Marlins, playoff berth could be start of a new era
MIAMI (AP) — The Miami Marlins' first playoff appearance since 2003 is not supposed to last long.
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City finally set to replace Kompany by signing Dias for $78M
Sixteen months later, Manchester City has finally found a replacement for long-time captain Vincent Kompany.
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Analysis: Team meeting helped Panthers bond, record 1st win
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) — After an 0-2 start, quarterback Teddy Bridgewater began to wonder of his Carolina Panthers teammates: “Do we really know each other?”
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Browns lose returner Natson for season with knee injury
CLEVELAND (AP) — Cleveland Browns return specialist and wide receiver Jojo Natson is done for the season after he suffered a torn knee ligament in Sunday's win over the Washington Football Team.
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Orioles show progress in second year of rebuild under Elias
If Baltimore Orioles general manager Mike Elias was to assess his rebuilding project on results alone, he'd take no satisfaction in finishing 10 games under .500 and in fourth place in the AL East.
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Deja vu: Chargers off to 1-2 start for 3rd straight year
If it feels as if Anthony Lynn and the Los Angeles Chargers are having an awful case of déjà vu, you can’t blame them.
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Champs to chumps: Age, injuries drop 2020 Nats to last place
WASHINGTON (AP) — Don’t tell Max Scherzer this year didn’t count. Yes, there were fewer than half as many games as normal. Sure, there were rules changes.
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Bayern feeling effects of storied season as fixtures pile up
DÜSSELDORF, Germany (AP) — Hangovers are common in Munich in Oktoberfest season, and Bayern Munich is certainly feeling the effects of its exertions last season.
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Barcelona and Suárez quickly moving on after tough breakup
MADRID (AP) — It was a difficult breakup for Luis Suárez and Barcelona.
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Timbers score early and hold off the Whitecaps 1-0
PORTLAND, Ore. (AP) — Felipe Mora scored in the opening minutes and the Timbers held off the Whitecaps 1-0 on Sunday night in Vancouver's first “home” match in Portland.
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Slow-starting Rams fall just short in 35-32 loss to Bills
ORCHARD PARK, N.Y (AP) — The Los Angeles Rams proved they’re difficult to contain once Jared Goff and Aaron Donald find their groove.
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No. 21 Pitt holds off No. 24 Louisville 23-20
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Patrick Jones II wants No. 21 Pittsburgh's defense to be the best in the country. Not just in points allowed. Not just in yards allowed. Not just in sacks or turnovers. All of it.
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Armstrong, Davis help Virginia rally past winless Duke 38-20
CHARLOTTESVILLE, Va. (AP) — It took Virginia four scheduled opponents to actually get to start their season, and four quarters to hit their stride in a 38-20 victory against Dukes on Saturday night.
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BC rallies from 14-points down, beats Texas State 24-21
BOSTON (AP) — Boston College coach Jeff Hafley told his team all week to expect the game against Texas State to come down to the wire.
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Costello's 623 yards lead Miss. St. past No. 6 LSU, 44-34
BATON ROUGE, La. (AP) — New Mississippi State coach Mike Leach put his “Air Raid” offense in the hands of a transfer quarterback who showed up over the summer and the results were like nothing defending national champion LSU or the Southeastern Conference has ever seen.
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No. 16 Tennessee wins seventh straight 31-27 over Gamecocks
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — Tennessee quarterback Jarrett Guarantano expected a difficult time at South Carolina. He also expected the 16th-ranked Vols to come out on top, no matter how hard things got.
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Another Falcons collapse: Foles' 3 TDs lead 30-26 Bears win
ATLANTA (AP) — No matter how bad things might have seemed a week ago, the Atlanta Falcons somehow managed to make it even worse.
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Ebner dominates in Aranda debut as Baylor tops Kansas 47-14
WACO, Texas (AP) — Trestan Ebner left little doubt he was more than ready for Baylor’s opener after two games were called off because of COVID-19 concerns.
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Belichick reaches milestone as Patriots top Raiders 36-20
FOXBOROUGH, Mass. (AP) — Rex Burkhead can’t remember the last time he scored three touchdowns in a game. But he said every time he reached the end zone Sunday was for James White.
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Panthers beat Chargers 21-16 for Rhule's first NFL victory
INGLEWOOD, Calif. (AP) — Carolina was missing Christian McCaffrey, but got big efforts on defense and special teams to give coach Matt Rhule his first NFL victory.
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Kansas State stuns No. 3 Oklahoma 38-35
NORMAN, Okla. (AP) — A Kansas State squad that lost its opener to Arkansas State two weeks ago, had its roster depleted by COVID-19, and entered Saturday's game against No. 3 Oklahoma as a four-touchdown underdog overcame it all to pull off one of the biggest stunners of the season.
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Cowboys' comeback falls short in 38-31 loss to Seahawks
SEATTLE (AP) — Another week, another big deficit for Dak Prescott and the Dallas Cowboys to try and overcome.
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Chargers' late lateral goes awry in awful loss to Carolina
INGLEWOOD, Calif. (AP) — Keenan Allen caught Justin Herbert's pass over the middle about 15 yards from the Panthers' end zone. He took one step and
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Slow start sends White Sox to costly 10-8 loss vs Cubs
CHICAGO (AP) — Chicago White Sox manager Rick Renteria had a succinct message for his team after a disappointing finish to a successful regular season.
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Punishing Pitt: No. 24 Panthers relying on dominant defense
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Pittsburgh coach Pat Narduzzi bit his tongue all week whenever someone would mention the challenge Louisville's fast pace would present when the Cardinals visited Heinz Field.
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Darnold's dismal day could have long-term impact for Jets
INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — Sam Darnold started dismally Sunday. His first official pass was picked off by Xavier Rhodes and returned 44 yards for a touchdown.
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Colts defense, Rivers come up big as Colts ground Jets 36-7
INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — Xavier Rhodes delivered the first punch Sunday for the Indianapolis Colts.
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Hall 154 yards rushing, 3 TDs as Iowa State beats TCU 37-34
FORT WORTH, Texas (AP) — Breece Hall ran for 154 yards and three touchdowns, JaQuan Bailey had 3 1/2 sacks to become Iowa State’s career leader and the Cyclones opened Big 12 play with a 37-34 win at TCU on Saturday.
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Angels fire GM Billy Eppler after 5 straight losing seasons
ANAHEIM, Calif. (AP) — The Los Angeles Angels fired general manager Billy Eppler on Sunday after the long-struggling franchise finished its fifth consecutive losing season under his watch.
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Bills rally to beat Rams 35-32 after blowing 25-point lead
ORCHARD PARK, N.Y. (AP) — Josh Allen might get the credit for saving the Buffalo Bills from a monumental second-half meltdown. The third-year starter was more upset that he helped put the team in that position to begin with.
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Lions snap 11-game losing streak, beat Cardinals 26-23
GLENDALE, Ariz. (AP) — It was the kind of moment that had stymied the Detroit Lions so many times during their 11-game losing streak: A potential game-winning play, a gut-punch penalty that reversed it and the realization that nothing was going to come easy.
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Ohtani wants to remain 2-way player for Angels in 2021
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Shohei Ohtani wants to remain a two-way player for the Los Angeles Angels, even though he didn’t come close during the shortened season to matching his performance from 2018.
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Gabriel, No. 13 UCF beat East Carolina 51-28 in AAC opener
GREENVILLE, N.C. (AP) — For the second straight week, Dillon Gabriel and No. 13 Central Florida had no problem running their fast-tempo offense and rolling to big offensive totals.
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Pollock hits 2 HRs, playoff-bound Dodgers blank Angels 5-0
LOS ANGELES (AP) — AJ Pollock homered twice and the NL West champion Los Angeles Dodgers completed a three-game sweep of the Angels with a 5-0 victory on Sunday to end the pandemic-shortened regular season.
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Rodgers, Packers unbeaten with 37-30 victory over Saints
NEW ORLEANS (AP) — Green Bay quarterback Aaron Rodgers sounds increasingly enamored with the scheme and play-calling philosophy of second-year head coach Matt LaFleur.
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COVID-19 forces Texas A&M to keep fans out of Midnight Yell
COLLEGE STATION, Texas (AP) — Texas A&M’s five Yell Leaders ran into an almost empty Kyle Field as Friday night crept into Saturday morning for their Midnight Yell.
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User error: Murray's INTs hurt in Cardinals' first loss
GLENDALE, Ariz. (AP) — Kyler Murray's magic legs returned on Sunday with another highlight-reel touchdown run. Unfortunately for the Cardinals, his inconsistent arm made an appearance, too.
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Wilson throws 5 more TD passes, Seahawks beat Cowboys 38-31
SEATTLE (AP) — DK Metcalf made an unforgivable blunder by starting his celebration too soon, a textbook example of what not to do.
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Nix, No. 8 Auburn pull away from No. 23 Kentucky, 29-13
AUBURN, Ala. (AP) — The first half ended with both teams feeling as if they were robbed of touchdowns.
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No. 2 Crimson Tide rolls on offense to 38-19 win over Mizzou
COLUMBIA, Mo. (AP) — Nick Saban has never lost a season opener while coaching Alabama.
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Spiller leads No. 10 Texas A&M over Vanderbilt 17-12
COLLEGE STATION, Texas (AP) — Texas A&M coach Jimbo Fisher admitted that he'd be mad all week after the way his 10th-ranked team played against Vanderbilt on Saturday night.
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Timbers score early and hold off the Whitecaps 1-0
PORTLAND, Ore. (AP) — Felipe Mora scored in the opening minutes and the Timbers held off the Whitecaps 1-0 on Sunday night in Vancouver's first “home” match in Portland.
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Rodgers, Packers unbeaten with 37-30 victory over Saints
NEW ORLEANS (AP) — Green Bay quarterback Aaron Rodgers sounds increasingly enamored with the scheme and play-calling philosophy of second-year head coach Matt LaFleur.
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Cowboys' comeback falls short in 38-31 loss to Seahawks
SEATTLE (AP) — Another week, another big deficit for Dak Prescott and the Dallas Cowboys to try and overcome.
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User error: Murray's INTs hurt in Cardinals' first loss
GLENDALE, Ariz. (AP) — Kyler Murray's magic legs returned on Sunday with another highlight-reel touchdown run. Unfortunately for the Cardinals, his inconsistent arm made an appearance, too.
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Chargers' late lateral goes awry in awful loss to Carolina
INGLEWOOD, Calif. (AP) — Keenan Allen caught Justin Herbert's pass over the middle about 15 yards from the Panthers' end zone. He took one step and
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Darnold's dismal day could have long-term impact for Jets
INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — Sam Darnold started dismally Sunday. His first official pass was picked off by Xavier Rhodes and returned 44 yards for a touchdown.
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Ohtani wants to remain 2-way player for Angels in 2021
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Shohei Ohtani wants to remain a two-way player for the Los Angeles Angels, even though he didn’t come close during the shortened season to matching his performance from 2018.
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Wilson throws 5 more TD passes, Seahawks beat Cowboys 38-31
SEATTLE (AP) — DK Metcalf made an unforgivable blunder by starting his celebration too soon, a textbook example of what not to do.
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Slow-starting Rams fall just short in 35-32 loss to Bills
ORCHARD PARK, N.Y (AP) — The Los Angeles Rams proved they’re difficult to contain once Jared Goff and Aaron Donald find their groove.
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Foles rekindles Super Bowl magic in stunning win vs Falcons
ATLANTA (AP) — Nick Foles rekindled that Super Bowl magic.
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Panthers beat Chargers 21-16 for Rhule's first NFL victory
INGLEWOOD, Calif. (AP) — Carolina was missing Christian McCaffrey, but got big efforts on defense and special teams to give coach Matt Rhule his first NFL victory.
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Lions snap 11-game losing streak, beat Cardinals 26-23
GLENDALE, Ariz. (AP) — It was the kind of moment that had stymied the Detroit Lions so many times during their 11-game losing streak: A potential game-winning play, a gut-punch penalty that reversed it and the realization that nothing was going to come easy.
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Colts defense, Rivers come up big as Colts ground Jets 36-7
INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — Xavier Rhodes delivered the first punch Sunday for the Indianapolis Colts.
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Giants take big step back in losing to San Francisco
EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. (AP) — After putting up decent efforts in their first two games under Joe Judge, the winless New York Giants took a major step back in Week 3.
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Washington coach Rivera stands by QB Haskins after rough day
CLEVELAND (AP) — The Ohio homecoming Dwayne Haskins was hoping to have didn't go very well for Washington's big-armed quarterback.
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Slow start sends White Sox to costly 10-8 loss vs Cubs
CHICAGO (AP) — Chicago White Sox manager Rick Renteria had a succinct message for his team after a disappointing finish to a successful regular season.
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Pollock hits 2 HRs, playoff-bound Dodgers blank Angels 5-0
LOS ANGELES (AP) — AJ Pollock homered twice and the NL West champion Los Angeles Dodgers completed a three-game sweep of the Angels with a 5-0 victory on Sunday to end the pandemic-shortened regular season.
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Bumgarner gets 1st win in final start for D-backs, 11-3
PHOENIX (AP) — Madison Bumgarner pitched five scoreless innings to win his first game for Arizona in his ninth and final start this season, and the Diamondbacks beat the Colorado Rockies 11-3 on Sunday to close disappointing years for both teams.
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Angels fire GM Billy Eppler after 5 straight losing seasons
ANAHEIM, Calif. (AP) — The Los Angeles Angels fired general manager Billy Eppler on Sunday after the long-struggling franchise finished its fifth consecutive losing season under his watch.
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Time to panic? Late collapse drops Texans to 0-3
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Deshaun Watson ran out of running room. J.J. Watt and the defense ran out of stopping power. And the Houston Texans quickly find themselves running of time to get it going in 2020.
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Suárez thrives in Atlético debut, Messi wins with Barcelona
MADRID (AP) — Luis Suárez quickly made an impact at Atlético Madrid. Former teammate Lionel Messi was his usual impressive self for Barcelona.
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Icardi nets 2 as PSG beats Reims; Monaco wins despite 2 reds
PARIS (AP) — Striker Mauro Icardi found his poacher’s goal touch again as defending champion Paris Saint-Germain beat Reims 2-0 Sunday in the French league to continue its recovery with a third straight win.
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Mayfield leads Browns to first winning record since 2014
CLEVELAND (AP) — For the first time in six years, the Cleveland Browns have a winning record.
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Belichick reaches milestone as Patriots top Raiders 36-20
FOXBOROUGH, Mass. (AP) — Rex Burkhead can’t remember the last time he scored three touchdowns in a game. But he said every time he reached the end zone Sunday was for James White.
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Another Falcons collapse: Foles' 3 TDs lead 30-26 Bears win
ATLANTA (AP) — No matter how bad things might have seemed a week ago, the Atlanta Falcons somehow managed to make it even worse.
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Banged up 49ers win again at MetLife, beat winless Giants
EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. (AP) — The way the San Francisco 49ers played, missing quarterback Jimmy Garoppolo and a slew of starters wasn't an issue against the woeful and winless New York Giants.
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Burkhead's 3 TDs power Patriots to 36-20 win over Raiders
FOXBOROUGH, Mass. (AP) — Rex Burkhead scored three touchdowns and Bill Belichick became the third coach in NFL history to reach 275 regular-season victories in the New England Patriots’ 36-20 win over the Las Vegas Raiders on Sunday.
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Bills rally to beat Rams 35-32 after blowing 25-point lead
ORCHARD PARK, N.Y. (AP) — Josh Allen might get the credit for saving the Buffalo Bills from a monumental second-half meltdown. The third-year starter was more upset that he helped put the team in that position to begin with.
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Mayfield, Chubb lead Browns past Washington and over .500
CLEVELAND (AP) — Baker Mayfield threw two touchdown passes, Nick Chubb ran for two more and the Cleveland Browns moved over .500 for the first time since 2014 with a 34-20 win Sunday over the Washington Football Team, which lost rookie defensive end Chase Young to a groin injury.
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Steelers stay perfect, keep Texans winless in 28-21 victory
PITTSBURGH (AP) — The Pittsburgh Steelers spent two quarters trying to hem in Deshaun Watson. It didn't take. After watching the Houston quarterback move the Texans up and down Heinz Field with remarkable ease, the Steelers blew up their meticulously put-together game plan and went back to their default setting: …
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Roenicke fired by Red Sox after 1 pandemic-shortened season
BOSTON (AP) — Ron Roenicke waited five years after his previous managerial job for another opportunity.
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Punishing Pitt: No. 24 Panthers relying on dominant defense
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Pittsburgh coach Pat Narduzzi bit his tongue all week whenever someone would mention the challenge Louisville's fast pace would present when the Cardinals visited Heinz Field.
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Handball rule draws widespread ire in penalty-dominated EPL
Jose Mourinho had seen enough.
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Roenicke fired by Red Sox
ATLANTA (AP) — Ron Roenicke was told Sunday he will not return as manager of the Boston Red Sox, ending a one-year, shotgun stopgap on the final day of a pandemic-shortened season that resulted in a last-place finish in the AL East.
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Suárez scores twice in impressive debut with Atlético Madrid
MADRID (AP) — It didn’t take long for Luis Suárez to make an impression with Atlético Madrid.
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Reid, Harbaugh bring mutual respect into Monday night clash
The relationship between Andy Reid and John Harbaugh grew roots in Philadelphia, and the two successful NFL coaches have remained friends despite competing against each other for supremacy in the AFC.
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Michael Vick working to clear way for Fla. ex-felons to vote
When former NFL quarterback Michael Vick went with some of his family members to try to vote in 2011, the former No. 1 draft pick who made a career on his elusive ability on the football field was sacked by news he didn’t expect: He wasn’t eligible.
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Rockies roll past Diamondbacks 10-3 despite four errors
PHOENIX (AP) — Elias Diaz and Ryan McMahon each hit two-run homers, German Márquez threw seven impressive innings and the Colorado Rockies overcame some sloppy fielding to beat the Arizona Diamondbacks 10-3 on Saturday night.
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Houck, Vazquez grand slam lead Red Sox to 8-2 rout of Braves
ATLANTA (AP) — Rookie right-hander Tanner Houck struck out 10 in another dominant performance, Christian Vazquez capped a big inning with a grand slam, and the Boston Red Sox routed the Atlanta Braves 8-2 Saturday night.
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Moncada homers as White Sox win 9-5; Cubs clinch NL Central
CHICAGO (AP) — The White Sox picked up a victory they sorely needed and the Cubs clinched a division championship. Consider it a win-win for Chicago.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Too little, too late: Angels, Trout miss playoffs again
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Mike Trout is out again. Out of the postseason, that is.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Nats GM Rizzo won't reveal length of Martinez's new contract
WASHINGTON (AP) — Dave Martinez spoke Saturday about managing the Washington Nationals for “many, many years” and over the “long term” and “quite some time,” thanks to his contract extension.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Rapids, FC Cincinnati report positive COVID-19 tests
Colorado's MLS game against Sporting Kansas City has been postponed after a Rapids player and three staff members tested positive for the coronavirus.
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Man U, Chelsea leave it late on another wild day in the EPL
The clock was approaching 100 minutes and the final whistle had long been blown when Bruno Fernandes stroked home yet another penalty to secure a wild win for Manchester United.
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Turner Sports expands rights deal with MLB through 2028
Turner Sports will continue broadcasting Major League Baseball after agreeing to an extension of rights through the 2028 season.
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Betts exits after HBP, Dodgers edge Angels following outage
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Mookie Betts exited early after getting hit by a pitch, giving the Dodgers a brief scare with the playoffs approaching, and Los Angeles beat the Angels 7-6 on Saturday night following a power outage in the ballpark.
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Rennes moves top of French league, Marseille scrapes a draw
PARIS (AP) — Unbeaten Rennes moved to the top of the French league in style with two spectacular goals in downing rival Saint-Étienne 3-0 on Saturday.
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No. 21 Pitt holds off No. 24 Louisville 23-20
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Patrick Jones II wants No. 21 Pittsburgh's defense to be the best in the country. Not just in points allowed. Not just in yards allowed. Not just in sacks or turnovers. All of it.
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Armstrong, Davis help Virginia rally past winless Duke 38-20
CHARLOTTESVILLE, Va. (AP) — It took Virginia four scheduled opponents to actually get to start their season, and four quarters to hit their stride in a 38-20 victory against Dukes on Saturday night.
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BC rallies from 14-points down, beats Texas State 24-21
BOSTON (AP) — Boston College coach Jeff Hafley told his team all week to expect the game against Texas State to come down to the wire.
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Costello's 623 yards lead Miss. St. past No. 6 LSU, 44-34
BATON ROUGE, La. (AP) — New Mississippi State coach Mike Leach put his “Air Raid” offense in the hands of a transfer quarterback who showed up over the summer and the results were like nothing defending national champion LSU or the Southeastern Conference has ever seen.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
No. 16 Tennessee wins seventh straight 31-27 over Gamecocks
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — Tennessee quarterback Jarrett Guarantano expected a difficult time at South Carolina. He also expected the 16th-ranked Vols to come out on top, no matter how hard things got.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Ebner dominates in Aranda debut as Baylor tops Kansas 47-14
WACO, Texas (AP) — Trestan Ebner left little doubt he was more than ready for Baylor’s opener after two games were called off because of COVID-19 concerns.
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Kansas State stuns No. 3 Oklahoma 38-35
NORMAN, Okla. (AP) — A Kansas State squad that lost its opener to Arkansas State two weeks ago, had its roster depleted by COVID-19, and entered Saturday's game against No. 3 Oklahoma as a four-touchdown underdog overcame it all to pull off one of the biggest stunners of the season.
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Hall 154 yards rushing, 3 TDs as Iowa State beats TCU 37-34
FORT WORTH, Texas (AP) — Breece Hall ran for 154 yards and three touchdowns, JaQuan Bailey had 3 1/2 sacks to become Iowa State’s career leader and the Cyclones opened Big 12 play with a 37-34 win at TCU on Saturday.
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Gabriel, No. 13 UCF beat East Carolina 51-28 in AAC opener
GREENVILLE, N.C. (AP) — For the second straight week, Dillon Gabriel and No. 13 Central Florida had no problem running their fast-tempo offense and rolling to big offensive totals.
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COVID-19 forces Texas A&M to keep fans out of Midnight Yell
COLLEGE STATION, Texas (AP) — Texas A&M’s five Yell Leaders ran into an almost empty Kyle Field as Friday night crept into Saturday morning for their Midnight Yell.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Nix, No. 8 Auburn pull away from No. 23 Kentucky, 29-13
AUBURN, Ala. (AP) — The first half ended with both teams feeling as if they were robbed of touchdowns.
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No. 2 Crimson Tide rolls on offense to 38-19 win over Mizzou
COLUMBIA, Mo. (AP) — Nick Saban has never lost a season opener while coaching Alabama.
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Spiller leads No. 10 Texas A&M over Vanderbilt 17-12
COLLEGE STATION, Texas (AP) — Texas A&M coach Jimbo Fisher admitted that he'd be mad all week after the way his 10th-ranked team played against Vanderbilt on Saturday night.
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Betts exits after HBP, Dodgers edge Angels following outage
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Mookie Betts exited early after getting hit by a pitch, giving the Dodgers a brief scare with the playoffs approaching, and Los Angeles beat the Angels 7-6 on Saturday night following a power outage in the ballpark.
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Rockies roll past Diamondbacks 10-3 despite four errors
PHOENIX (AP) — Elias Diaz and Ryan McMahon each hit two-run homers, German Márquez threw seven impressive innings and the Colorado Rockies overcame some sloppy fielding to beat the Arizona Diamondbacks 10-3 on Saturday night.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
No. 16 Tennessee wins seventh straight 31-27 over Gamecocks
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — Tennessee quarterback Jarrett Guarantano expected a difficult time at South Carolina. He also expected the 16th-ranked Vols to come out on top, no matter how hard things got.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Ebner dominates in Aranda debut as Baylor tops Kansas 47-14
WACO, Texas (AP) — Trestan Ebner left little doubt he was more than ready for Baylor’s opener after two games were called off because of COVID-19 concerns.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
No. 2 Crimson Tide rolls on offense to 38-19 win over Mizzou
COLUMBIA, Mo. (AP) — Nick Saban has never lost a season opener while coaching Alabama.
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Spiller leads No. 10 Texas A&M over Vanderbilt 17-12
COLLEGE STATION, Texas (AP) — Texas A&M coach Jimbo Fisher admitted that he'd be mad all week after the way his 10th-ranked team played against Vanderbilt on Saturday night.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Moncada homers as White Sox win 9-5; Cubs clinch NL Central
CHICAGO (AP) — The White Sox picked up a victory they sorely needed and the Cubs clinched a division championship. Consider it a win-win for Chicago.
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Houck, Vazquez grand slam lead Red Sox to 8-2 rout of Braves
ATLANTA (AP) — Rookie right-hander Tanner Houck struck out 10 in another dominant performance, Christian Vazquez capped a big inning with a grand slam, and the Boston Red Sox routed the Atlanta Braves 8-2 Saturday night.
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BC rallies from 14-points down, beats Texas State 24-21
BOSTON (AP) — Boston College coach Jeff Hafley told his team all week to expect the game against Texas State to come down to the wire.
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Too little, too late: Angels, Trout miss playoffs again
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Mike Trout is out again. Out of the postseason, that is.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Costello's 623 yards lead Miss. St. past No. 6 LSU, 44-34
BATON ROUGE, La. (AP) — New Mississippi State coach Mike Leach put his “Air Raid” offense in the hands of a transfer quarterback who showed up over the summer and the results were like nothing defending national champion LSU or the Southeastern Conference has ever seen.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Armstrong, Davis help Virginia rally past winless Duke 38-20
CHARLOTTESVILLE, Va. (AP) — It took Virginia four scheduled opponents to actually get to start their season, and four quarters to hit their stride in a 38-20 victory against Dukes on Saturday night.
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No. 21 Pitt holds off No. 24 Louisville 23-20
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Patrick Jones II wants No. 21 Pittsburgh's defense to be the best in the country. Not just in points allowed. Not just in yards allowed. Not just in sacks or turnovers. All of it.
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Rennes moves top of French league, Marseille scrapes a draw
PARIS (AP) — Unbeaten Rennes moved to the top of the French league in style with two spectacular goals in downing rival Saint-Étienne 3-0 on Saturday.
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Hall 154 yards rushing, 3 TDs as Iowa State beats TCU 37-34
FORT WORTH, Texas (AP) — Breece Hall ran for 154 yards and three touchdowns, JaQuan Bailey had 3 1/2 sacks to become Iowa State’s career leader and the Cyclones opened Big 12 play with a 37-34 win at TCU on Saturday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Man U, Chelsea leave it late on another wild day in the EPL
The clock was approaching 100 minutes and the final whistle had long been blown when Bruno Fernandes stroked home yet another penalty to secure a wild win for Manchester United.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Kansas State stuns No. 3 Oklahoma 38-35
NORMAN, Okla. (AP) — A Kansas State squad that lost its opener to Arkansas State two weeks ago, had its roster depleted by COVID-19, and entered Saturday's game against No. 3 Oklahoma as a four-touchdown underdog overcame it all to pull off one of the biggest stunners of the season.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Gabriel, No. 13 UCF beat East Carolina 51-28 in AAC opener
GREENVILLE, N.C. (AP) — For the second straight week, Dillon Gabriel and No. 13 Central Florida had no problem running their fast-tempo offense and rolling to big offensive totals.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Nix, No. 8 Auburn pull away from No. 23 Kentucky, 29-13
AUBURN, Ala. (AP) — The first half ended with both teams feeling as if they were robbed of touchdowns.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Nats GM Rizzo won't reveal length of Martinez's new contract
WASHINGTON (AP) — Dave Martinez spoke Saturday about managing the Washington Nationals for “many, many years” and over the “long term” and “quite some time,” thanks to his contract extension.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
No. 21 Pitt's holds off No. 24 Louisville 23-20
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Patrick Jones II wants No. 21 Pittsburgh's defense to be the best in the country. Not just in points allowed. Not just in yards allowed. Not just in sacks or turnovers. All of it.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Rapids, FC Cincinnati report positive COVID-19 tests
Colorado's MLS game against Sporting Kansas City has been postponed after a Rapids player and three staff members tested positive for the coronavirus.
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From Mideast to AL East: Orioles’ Israeli prospect blooms
Dean Kremer is a budding celebrity in Israel and a developing star in the big leagues.
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Nationals, manager Martinez agree to multiyear extension
WASHINGTON (AP) — Manager Dave Martinez and the Washington Nationals agreed to a multiyear contract extension that the team announced Saturday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
COVID-19 forces Texas A&M to keep fans out of Midnight Yell
COLLEGE STATION, Texas (AP) — Texas A&M’s five Yell Leaders ran into an almost empty Kyle Field as Friday night crept into Saturday morning for their Midnight Yell.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Astros clinch final AL playoff spot despite loss to Rangers
ARLINGTON, Texas (AP) — Ryan Pressly had no interest in waiting to see if the Astros would get the help they needed to clinch the last spot in the expanded American League playoffs after the Houston reliever couldn’t finish it himself when he was a strike away.
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Pirates' Keller pulled 5 no-hit innings, Indians bunt in 7th
Pittsburgh Pirates starter Mitch Keller was pulled after five innings despite not allowing a hit — and walking eight — against the Cleveland Indians on Friday night.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
No. 2 Crimson Tide visit Mizzou to begin SEC-only schedule
Alabama coach Nick Saban had nothing but praise for Eli Drinkwitz when discussing his Missouri counterpart this week.
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No. 22 Army seeks road breakthrough at No. 14 Cincinnati
No. 22 Army (2-0) at No. 14 Cincinnati (1-0), Saturday at 3:30 p.m. ET (ESPN).
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Pavelski goals not enough for Stars, now in 3-1 Cup hole
No U.S.-born player has scored more playoff goals than Joe Pavelski. No player has put more pucks in the net during a single postseason this late in his career.
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D-backs sweep doubleheader, beat Rockies in 11-5 in nightcap
PHOENIX (AP) — Josh VanMeter hit a three-run homer, David Peralta and Tim Locastro both had three hits and the Arizona Diamondbacks beat the Colorado Rockies 11-5 Friday night to sweep a doubleheader.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Ehlinger has plenty of passing options at No. 8 Texas
Losing two of the most prolific receivers in program history left Texas with a problem: Where would senior quarterback Sam Ehlinger throw the ball in 2020?
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Walk away: Indians rally again, keep AL Central hopes alive
CLEVELAND (AP) — Once again, the Indians grabbed water bottles, poured from the dugout and danced around the infield grass like little kids at recess.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
No. 20 Hokies could be shorthanded for opener vs Wolfpack
Virginia Tech finally begins a season of high expectations as the No. 20 Hokies face North Carolina State in a battle of teams that each had to postpone a game after COVID-19 outbreaks.
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AP Source: Martinez, Nationals agree to extend his contract
WASHINGTON (AP) — Manager Dave Martinez and the Washington Nationals have agreed to work out a contract extension that will keep him in charge of the club beyond next season, according to a person with knowledge of the situation.
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No. 19 Cajuns open home slate vs untested Georgia Southern
Louisiana-Lafayette coach Billy Napier is about to see what his No. 19 Ragin-Cajuns learned from a nearly stumbling out of the rankings only one week after a landmark victory had earned them some long-coveted national respect.
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Schottenheimer enjoying view of Seahawks offense from up top
RENTON, Wash. (AP) — Brian Schottenheimer returned to his seat after halftime last Sunday night and found a gift waiting for him.
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Herbert hopes week of preparation benefits him in 2nd start
COSTA MESA, Calif. (AP) — Justin Herbert proved last week that he could excel when being put into a game on a minute's notice.
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Hertha fans' first game back is loss to Frankfurt
BERLIN (AP) — Hertha Berlin coach Bruno Labbadia had to wait 5 1/2 months for his first game with supporters cheering on his side.
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Mond leads No. 10 Texas A&M in opener against Vanderbilt
Vanderbilt at No. 10 Texas A&M, Saturday at 7:30 p.m. ET (SECN Alt).
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Dave Aranda set for long-awaited Baylor debut against Kansas
WACO, Texas (AP) — Dave Aranda's off-and-on wait for his debut as Baylor coach may finally be over.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
TCU jumps into Big 12 play vs Iowa State in delayed opener
FORT WORTH, Texas (AP) — Taye Barber and his TCU teammates have been together on campus for more than three months, and now jump right into Big 12 play after having their only non-conference game wiped out because of the pandemic.
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Wilson leading No. 23 Kentucky into opener at No. 8 Auburn
AUBURN, Ala. (AP) — Kentucky quarterback Terry Wilson has waited for football's return even longer than most of his Southeastern Conference brethren.
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No. 21 Pitt faces speedy test against No. 24 Louisville
PITTSBURGH (AP) — The warm-up portion of No. 21 Pittsburgh's schedule is over and coach Pat Narduzzi knows it.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Reds top Twins 7-2, clinch 1st playoff spot since 2013
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — From three soaring home runs to an exuberant race out of the dugout in celebration of their postseason berth, the Cincinnati Reds made plenty of noise in Minnesota's empty ballpark.
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Syracuse hosts Georgia Tech; first game in renovated Dome
Syracuse coach Dino Babers didn't see the big improvement he expected when his Orange dropped their second straight road game to start the season. He remains upbeat.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Andrew Thomas meeting Giants expectations at left tackle
EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. (AP) — Andrew Thomas has seen some of the NFL's top passer rushers in his first two games and the rookie left tackle didn't disappoint the New York Giants.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Dodgers 5 HRs, bounce Angels 9-5; Astros get last AL spot
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Justin Turner homered twice and AJ Pollock, Will Smith and Edwin Ríos also went deep as the Los Angeles Dodgers rallied to beat the Angels 9-5 on Friday to open the first-ever season-closing Freeway Series.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
No. 3 Oklahoma looks to avoid another loss to Kansas State
Last year, Oklahoma wasn’t fully focused on Kansas State.
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Turner Sports expands rights deal with MLB through 2028
Turner Sports will continue broadcasting Major League Baseball after agreeing to an extension of rights through the 2028 season.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
No. 6 LSU and Miss. St. clash in test of new faces, systems
BATON ROUGE, La. (AP) — No. 6 LSU begins its national title defense with a game featuring numerous new faces on both sidelines.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Red Stars' Gorden launches nonprofit to help Black girls
Sarah Gorden tells the story often, about how she was a kid playing on a club soccer team when an opponent called her a racial slur.
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Dodgers 5 HRs, bounce Angels 9-5; Astros get last AL spot
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Justin Turner homered twice and AJ Pollock, Will Smith and Edwin Ríos also went deep as the Los Angeles Dodgers rallied to beat the Angels 9-5 on Friday to open the first-ever season-closing Freeway Series.
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D-backs sweep doubleheader, beat Rockies in 11-5 in nightcap
PHOENIX (AP) — Josh VanMeter hit a three-run homer, David Peralta and Tim Locastro both had three hits and the Arizona Diamondbacks beat the Colorado Rockies 11-5 Friday night to sweep a doubleheader.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Astros clinch final AL playoff spot despite loss to Rangers
ARLINGTON, Texas (AP) — Ryan Pressly had no interest in waiting to see if the Astros would get the help they needed to clinch the last spot in the expanded American League playoffs after the Houston reliever couldn’t finish it himself when he was a strike away.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Reds top Twins 7-2, clinch 1st playoff spot since 2013
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — From three soaring home runs to an exuberant race out of the dugout in celebration of their postseason berth, the Cincinnati Reds made plenty of noise in Minnesota's empty ballpark.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Pavelski goals not enough for Stars, now in 3-1 Cup hole
No U.S.-born player has scored more playoff goals than Joe Pavelski. No player has put more pucks in the net during a single postseason this late in his career.
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Walk away: Indians rally again, keep AL Central hopes alive
CLEVELAND (AP) — Once again, the Indians grabbed water bottles, poured from the dugout and danced around the infield grass like little kids at recess.
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Rangers keep Astros waiting for playoffs with 5-4 win in 10
ARLINGTON, Texas (AP) — Ryan Pressly had no interest in waiting to see if the Astros would get the help they needed to clinch the last spot in the expanded American League playoffs after the Houston reliever couldn't finish it himself when he was a strike away.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Indians rally for 4-3 win, keep AL Central title hopes alive
CLEVELAND (AP) — César Hernández ripped an RBI double into the right-field corner with two outs in the ninth inning as Cleveland rallied for its third walk-off win in four days, a 4-3 victory Friday night over the Pittsburgh Pirates that kept the Indians' hopes alive for winning the AL …
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Pirates' Keller pulled 5 no-hit innings, Indians bunt in 7th
Pittsburgh Pirates starter Mitch Keller was pulled after five innings despite not allowing a hit — and walking eight — against the Cleveland Indians on Friday night.
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Gallen strikes out career-high 10, D-backs beat Rockies 4-0
PHOENIX (AP) — Zac Gallen had a career-high 10 strikeouts over six scoreless innings, Christian Walker hit a two-run homer and the Arizona Diamondbacks beat the Colorado Rockies 4-0 in the first game of a doubleheader on Friday.
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Pirates' Keller out after 5 no-hit innings against Indians
Pittsburgh Pirates starter Mitch Keller was pulled after five innings despite not allowing a hit — and walking eight — against the Cleveland Indians on Friday night.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Herbert hopes week of preparation benefits him in 2nd start
COSTA MESA, Calif. (AP) — Justin Herbert proved last week that he could excel when being put into a game on a minute's notice.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Schottenheimer enjoying view of Seahawks offense from up top
RENTON, Wash. (AP) — Brian Schottenheimer returned to his seat after halftime last Sunday night and found a gift waiting for him.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Hertha fans' first game back is loss to Frankfurt
BERLIN (AP) — Hertha Berlin coach Bruno Labbadia had to wait 5 1/2 months for his first game with supporters cheering on his side.
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Andrew Thomas meeting Giants expectations at left tackle
EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. (AP) — Andrew Thomas has seen some of the NFL's top passer rushers in his first two games and the rookie left tackle didn't disappoint the New York Giants.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
AP Source: Martinez, Nationals agree to extend his contract
WASHINGTON (AP) — Manager Dave Martinez and the Washington Nationals have agreed to work out a contract extension that will keep him in charge of the club beyond next season, according to a person with knowledge of the situation.
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Niners, Giants battling injury bug after just two games
EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. (AP) — The San Francisco 49ers and the New York Giants are battling the injury bug after just two games, as well some other scary issues.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Red Stars' Gorden launches nonprofit to help Black girls
Sarah Gorden tells the story often, about how she was a kid playing on a club soccer team when an opponent called her a racial slur.
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Fitzpatrick keeps his job as Dolphins QB for another week
MIAMI (AP) — Ryan Fitzpatrick emerged early Friday from the Miami Dolphins’ first victorious locker room of the year wearing a tropical print shirt adorned with purple pineapples as a complement to his beachcomber beard.
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Red Stars' Gordon launches nonprofit to help Black girls
Sarah Gordon tells the story often, about how she was a kid playing on a club soccer team when an opponent called her a racial slur.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Browns starting CB Ward questionable for Washington game
CLEVELAND (AP) — The Cleveland Browns could be without both of their projected starting cornerbacks on Sunday against the Washington Football Team.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Jesus out and Cunha in for Brazil's World Cup qualifiers
SAO PAULO (AP) — Injured Manchester City striker Gabriel Jesus was replaced by Hertha Berlin's Matheus Cunha in Brazil's squad on Friday for the two opening rounds of South American World Cup qualifiers in October.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Still ticking: "Big Ben" to set franchise mark vs. Texans
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Randy Fichtner watched the big kid with the strong arm and the sense of invincibility that is the province of the very young and immediately grew worried.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Chiefs QB Patrick Mahomes showcases deceptive ability to run
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — The Los Angeles Chargers experienced firsthand what may be the most demoralizing thing for a defense trying to stop Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Virus again slashes French Open crowd sizes; now only 1,000
PARIS (AP) — With only one week separating the end of one and the start of the other, the Tour de France and the French Open were shaping up as a double bill of sports entertainment, with masked but nevertheless live crowds, that would bear out President Emmanuel Macron's arguments …
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Buehler looks playoff ready, Dodgers beat A's 5-1
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Walker Buehler proved he and his fickle right index finger are playoff ready, Corey Seager homered and the Los Angeles Dodgers beat the Oakland Athletics 5-1 on Thursday night to earn their major league-leading 40th victory of the shortened 60-game season.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Packers' defense seeking to avoid 'roller coaster moments'
As long as the Green Bay Packers keep scoring 40-plus points every game, their defense can afford the occasional lapses that have marked their first two performances.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Nostalgia on display as Jon Gruden, Raiders visit Patriots
FOXBOROUGH, Mass. (AP) — Jon Gruden still thinks it was a fumble.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
FC Dallas improving after rough start during strange season
The coronavirus shutdown, positive tests and then a spate of injuries. The 2020 season has been challenging — to say the least — for FC Dallas.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Hays, Orioles bash Red Sox 13-1 to avoid last in AL East
BOSTON (AP) — José Iglesias, Pat Valaika and Austin Hays homered to lead the Baltimore Orioles past the Boston Red Sox 13-1 Thursday night in a struggle for last place in the AL East.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
No. 2 Crimson Tide visit Mizzou to begin SEC-only schedule
Alabama coach Nick Saban had nothing but praise for Eli Drinkwitz when discussing his Missouri counterpart this week.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
No. 22 Army seeks road breakthrough at No. 14 Cincinnati
CINCINNATI (AP) — When Cincinnati lost three games from its nonconference schedule, the Bearcats looked around for someone to give them a good test before American Athletic Conference play begins. Army and its daunting triple-option offense were available.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Coach will be among the missing when FSU plays No. 12 Miami
MIAMI (AP) — Missing from this year’s Florida State-Miami game will be a lot of fans and one head coach.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Ehlinger has plenty of passing options at No. 8 Texas
Losing two of the most prolific receivers in program history left Texas with a problem: Where would senior quarterback Sam Ehlinger throw the ball in 2020?
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
No. 13 UCF opens conference play with trip to East Carolina
Dillon Gabriel and and his Central Florida teammates aren’t spending time worrying about their national ranking. Instead, the No. 13 Knights just keep piling up wins.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
No. 18 BYU back on field after COVID-19 outbreak, faces Troy
BYU’s bye week unexpectedly turned into multiple weeks following a COVID-19 outbreak.
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No. 20 Hokies could be shorthanded for opener vs Wolfpack
Virginia Tech finally begins a season of high expectations as the No. 20 Hokies face North Carolina State in a battle of teams that each had to postpone a game after COVID-19 outbreaks.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Giants tight end Evan Engram not living up to preseason hype
EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. (AP) — This was supposed to be the season New York Giants tight end Evan Engram lived up to the hype.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
No. 19 Cajuns open home slate vs untested Georgia Southern
Louisiana-Lafayette coach Billy Napier is about to see what his No. 19 Ragin-Cajuns learned from a nearly stumbling out of the rankings only one week after a landmark victory had earned them some long-coveted national respect.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Improvement, not praise on Newton's mind with Raiders next
FOXBOROUGH, Mass. (AP) — The past few days have gone exactly as Cam Newton expected them to inside the Patriots' team facility after his first loss as New England's starting quarterback.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Saints need better Brees vs. Rodgers, potent Packers
NEW ORLEANS (AP) — Unless Drew Brees musters his first vintage performance of 2020, the Saints could struggle to keep up with Aaron Rodgers and the recently potent Packers.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Myers enjoying bounceback season with playoff-bound Padres
SAN DIEGO (AP) — Wil Myers is back.
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QBs, offenses take spotlight as Cowboys visit Seahawks
SEATTLE (AP) — Russell Wilson has made a career of coming through late in games, to the tune of 32 fourth-quarter and overtime comebacks with Seattle.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Donald says Bills don't need double teams: "I'm just a guy"
THOUSAND OAKS, Calif. (AP) — Aaron Donald chuckled when he was told Buffalo offensive coordinator Brian Daboll jokingly suggested that the Bills' best chance against the Los Angeles Rams' dominant defensive tackle was if he missed the bus to their game Sunday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Mond leads No. 10 Texas A&M in opener against Vanderbilt
No. 10 Texas A&M took two big hits when top receiver Jhamon Ausbon and starting linebacker Anthony Hines opted out of the season before Saturday’s opener against Vanderbilt.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Mattingly's Marlins could clinch berth at Yankee Stadium
MIAMI (AP) — Don Mattingly returns this weekend to the Bronx, where his best years as a player always ended when the regular season did.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Dave Aranda set for long-awaited Baylor debut against Kansas
WACO, Texas (AP) — Dave Aranda's off-and-on wait for his debut as Baylor coach may finally be over.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Tampa Bay takes momentum into back-to-back Cup games
The Dallas Stars have to fix some things in a hurry, or this Stanley Cup Final could be over quickly.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
TCU jumps into Big 12 play vs Iowa State in delayed opener
FORT WORTH, Texas (AP) — Taye Barber and his TCU teammates have been together on campus for more than three months, and now jump right into Big 12 play after having their only non-conference game wiped out because of the pandemic.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Wilson leading No. 23 Kentucky into opener at No. 8 Auburn
AUBURN, Ala. (AP) — Kentucky quarterback Terry Wilson has waited for football's return even longer than most of his Southeastern Conference brethren.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
No. 21 Pitt faces speedy test against No. 24 Louisville
PITTSBURGH (AP) — The warm-up portion of No. 21 Pittsburgh's schedule is over and coach Pat Narduzzi knows it.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Browns' star Beckham finds "acceptance" on and off field
CLEVELAND (AP) — Odell Beckham Jr. felt the tug on his jersey and watched helplessly as Baker Mayfield's potential touchdown pass to him thudded to the turf.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Syracuse hosts Georgia Tech; first game in renovated Dome
Syracuse coach Dino Babers didn't see the big improvement he expected when his Orange dropped their second straight road game to start the season. He remains upbeat.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Virginia finally gets to suit up against winless Blue Devils
Virginia is finally set to open its season after three scheduled openers were scrapped because of the coronavirus pandemic.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Mullen takes No. 5 Florida, title hopes back to Mississippi
Dan Mullen should hope this trip to Ole Miss goes as well his first — or his last.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
No. 3 Oklahoma looks to avoid another loss to Kansas State
Last year, Oklahoma wasn’t fully focused on Kansas State.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Turner Sports expands rights deal with MLB through 2028
Turner Sports will continue broadcasting Major League Baseball after agreeing to an extension of rights through the 2028 season.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
No. 6 LSU and Miss. St. clash in test of new faces, systems
BATON ROUGE, La. (AP) — No. 6 LSU begins its national title defense with a game featuring numerous new faces on both sidelines.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
No. 16 Tennessee looks to continue streak at South Carolina
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — Tennessee linebacker Henry To'o To'o is convinced the team's run back to Southeastern Conference prominence wasn't a late-season fluke — and it can continue when the 16th-ranked Vols open the season at South Carolina on Saturday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Myers enjoying bounceback season with playoff-bound Padres
SAN DIEGO (AP) — Wil Myers is back.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Buehler looks playoff ready, Dodgers beat A's 5-1
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Walker Buehler proved he and his fickle right index finger are playoff ready, Corey Seager homered and the Los Angeles Dodgers beat the Oakland Athletics 5-1 on Thursday night to earn their major league-leading 40th victory of the shortened 60-game season.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
No. 3 Oklahoma looks to avoid another loss to Kansas State
Last year, Oklahoma wasn’t fully focused on Kansas State.
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Hays, Orioles bash Red Sox 13-1 to avoid last in AL East
BOSTON (AP) — José Iglesias, Pat Valaika and Austin Hays homered to lead the Baltimore Orioles past the Boston Red Sox 13-1 Thursday night in a struggle for last place in the AL East.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Saints need better Brees vs. Rodgers, potent Packers
NEW ORLEANS (AP) — Unless Drew Brees musters his first vintage performance of 2020, the Saints could struggle to keep up with Aaron Rodgers and the recently potent Packers.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Improvement, not praise on Newton's mind with Raiders next
FOXBOROUGH, Mass. (AP) — The past few days have gone exactly as Cam Newton expected them to inside the Patriots' team facility after his first loss as New England's starting quarterback.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Donald says Bills don't need double teams: "I'm just a guy"
THOUSAND OAKS, Calif. (AP) — Aaron Donald chuckled when he was told Buffalo offensive coordinator Brian Daboll jokingly suggested that the Bills' best chance against the Los Angeles Rams' dominant defensive tackle was if he missed the bus to their game Sunday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Packers' defense seeking to avoid 'roller coaster moments'
As long as the Green Bay Packers keep scoring 40-plus points every game, their defense can afford the occasional lapses that have marked their first two performances.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Tampa Bay takes momentum into back-to-back Cup games
The Dallas Stars have to fix some things in a hurry, or this Stanley Cup Final could be over quickly.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
FC Dallas improving after rough start during strange season
The coronavirus shutdown, positive tests and then a spate of injuries. The 2020 season has been challenging — to say the least — for FC Dallas.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
No. 19 Cajuns open home slate vs untested Georgia Southern
Louisiana-Lafayette coach Billy Napier is about to see what his No. 19 Ragin-Cajuns learned from a nearly stumbling out of the rankings only one week after a landmark victory had earned them some long-coveted national respect.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Browns' star Beckham finds "acceptance" on and off field
CLEVELAND (AP) — Odell Beckham Jr. felt the tug on his jersey and watched helplessly as Baker Mayfield's potential touchdown pass to him thudded to the turf.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Tampa Bay momentum over Dallas into back-to-back Cup games
The Dallas Stars have to fix some things in a hurry, or this Stanley Cup Final could be over quickly.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Herbert gets full week of practice as Chargers host Panthers
INGLEWOOD, Calif. (AP) — Justin Herbert has had an entire week instead of just a couple minutes to prepare for his second NFL start.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Still ticking: "Big Ben" to set franchise mark vs. Texans
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Randy Fichtner watched the big kid with the strong arm and the sense of invincibility that is the province of the very young and immediately grew worried.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Giants tight end Evan Engram not living up to preseason hype
EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. (AP) — This was supposed to be the season New York Giants tight end Evan Engram lived up to the hype.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
QBs, offenses take spotlight as Cowboys visit Seahawks
SEATTLE (AP) — Russell Wilson has made a career of coming through late in games, to the tune of 32 fourth-quarter and overtime comebacks with Seattle.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Syracuse hosts Georgia Tech; first game in renovated Dome
Syracuse coach Dino Babers didn't see the big improvement he expected when his Orange dropped their second straight road game to start the season. He remains upbeat.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Big game: Chiefs and Mahomes vs Ravens and Jackson on MNF
It's the defending Super Bowl champions against a team that's won 14 straight regular-season games.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Dave Aranda set for long-awaited Baylor debut against Kansas
WACO, Texas (AP) — Dave Aranda's off-and-on wait for his debut as Baylor coach may finally be over.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
For Donovan, job with Bulls 'came out of left field'
CHICAGO (AP) — The Chicago Bulls weren't on Billy Donovan's radar when he and the Oklahoma City Thunder parted ways after five successful seasons.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Bills rejuvenated offense has Rams coach McVay's attention
ORCHARD PARK, N.Y. (AP) — Sean McVay knows good offenses when he sees them.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Niners, Giants battling injury bug after just two games
EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. (AP) — The San Francisco 49ers and the New York Giants are battling the injury bug after just two games, as well some other scary issues.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Colts' defense hoping to build on strong start against Jets
INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — The Indianapolis Colts used the offseason to beef up their defense.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
UEFA lets postponed CL games be played in January
GENEVA (AP) — UEFA will let Champions League group-stage games be played deep into January to complete any fixtures postponed because of the coronavirus pandemic.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Murray maturing fast as rolling Cardinals host winless Lions
GLENDALE, Ariz. (AP) — Cardinals quarterback Kyler Murray has an intriguing personality, mixing introverted tendencies with supreme confidence that has helped Arizona push to a 2-0 start for the first time in five years.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
No. 6 LSU and Miss. St. clash in test of new faces, systems
BATON ROUGE, La. (AP) — No. 6 LSU begins its national title defense with a game featuring numerous new faces on both sidelines.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Alex Gordon retiring after playing entire career with Royals
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — Kansas City Royals outfielder Alex Gordon, whose rollercoaster career took him from near bust to All-Star and Gold Glove winner, will retire after the season.
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Browns must protect QB Mayfield from Washington's "wreckers"
CLEVELAND (AP) — The last time Baker Mayfield faced a talented, quarterback-seeking defensive line anchored by the No. 2 overall draft pick, things didn't go well.
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Brazil's Flamengo in disarray after 16 players get COVID-19
SAO PAULO (AP) — Brazilian club Flamengo, whose executives pushed for soccer to restart after the coronavirus pandemic hit South America, is now trying to postpone a league game after 16 of its players tested positive for COVID-19.
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Chiefs could have defensive help back for game vs Ravens
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — The Kansas City Chiefs could have some help stopping Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson back on the field when they head to Baltimore for a Monday night showdown pitting two teams with Super Bowl aspirations.
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Nostalgia on display as Jon Gruden, Raiders visit Patriots
FOXBOROUGH, Mass. (AP) — Jon Gruden still thinks it was a fumble.
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Steelers look to stay unbeaten as winless Texans visit
PITTSBURGH (AP) — The pieces to compete for a Super Bowl are all there. The Pittsburgh Steelers are sure of it, just as they have been for most of quarterback Ben Roethlisberger's career.
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No. 22 Army seeks road breakthrough at No. 14 Cincinnati
CINCINNATI (AP) — When Cincinnati lost three games from its nonconference schedule, the Bearcats looked around for someone to give them a good test before American Athletic Conference play begins. Army and its daunting triple-option offense were available.
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Mattingly's Marlins could clinch berth at Yankee Stadium
MIAMI (AP) — Don Mattingly returns this weekend to the Bronx, where his best years as a player always ended when the regular season did.
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Ehlinger has plenty of passing options at No. 8 Texas
Losing two of the most prolific receivers in program history left Texas with a problem: Where would senior quarterback Sam Ehlinger throw the ball in 2020?
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Mond leads No. 10 Texas A&M in opener against Vanderbilt
No. 10 Texas A&M took two big hits when top receiver Jhamon Ausbon and starting linebacker Anthony Hines opted out of the season before Saturday’s opener against Vanderbilt.
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MLB teams find creative ways to stay energized without fans
The absence of fans didn't stop Cincinnati Reds first baseman Joey Votto from receiving an ovation after hitting a homer to put his team ahead for good.
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Falcons in 0-2 hole after failing to recover onside kick
ATLANTA (AP) — Ben Kotwica says he's never seen an onside kick such as the one that beat the Atlanta Falcons last week.
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No. 2 Crimson Tide visit Mizzou to begin SEC-only schedule
Alabama coach Nick Saban had nothing but praise for Eli Drinkwitz when discussing his Missouri counterpart this week.
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Falcons face unbeaten Bears on heels of nightmarish loss
ATLANTA (AP) — Let's see if the Atlanta Falcons can put another nightmarish loss behind them.
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Royals outfielder Alex Gordon to retire after season
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — Kansas City Royals outfielder Alex Gordon, the former first-round pick whose rollercoaster career took him from near bust to All-Star and Gold Glove winner, announced Thursday he will retire after the season.
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New turf at MetLife Stadium passes latest NFL inspection
EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. (AP) — The turf at MetLife Stadium is good to go for Sunday's game between the New York Giants and San Francisco 49ers.
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No. 20 Hokies could be shorthanded for opener vs Wolfpack
Virginia Tech finally begins a season of high expectations as the No. 20 Hokies face North Carolina State in a battle of teams that each had to postpone a game after COVID-19 outbreaks.
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TCU jumps into Big 12 play vs Iowa State in delayed opener
FORT WORTH, Texas (AP) — Taye Barber and his TCU teammates have been together on campus for more than three months, and now jump right into Big 12 play after having their only non-conference game wiped out because of the pandemic.
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Wilson leading No. 23 Kentucky into opener at No. 8 Auburn
AUBURN, Ala. (AP) — Kentucky quarterback Terry Wilson has waited for football's return even longer than most of his Southeastern Conference brethren.
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No. 18 BYU back on field after COVID-19 outbreak, faces Troy
BYU’s bye week unexpectedly turned into multiple weeks following a COVID-19 outbreak.
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No. 21 Pitt faces speedy test against No. 24 Louisville
PITTSBURGH (AP) — The warm-up portion of No. 21 Pittsburgh's schedule is over and coach Pat Narduzzi knows it.
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Champs done: Time to look toward 2021 for eliminated Nats
WASHINGTON (AP) — When Yan Gomes was asked about the 2019 World Series champion Washington Nationals essentially playing out the string over the last four games of this season, the catcher was put off by the premise.
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Virginia finally gets to suit up against winless Blue Devils
Virginia is finally set to open its season after three scheduled openers were scrapped because of the coronavirus pandemic.
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Emotional Suárez says it was tough to accept Barça departure
MADRID (AP) — Luis Suárez was emotional when he was introduced by Barcelona six years ago, and again on Thursday when he had to say goodbye after being told he wasn’t wanted by the club anymore.
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Coach will be among the missing when FSU plays No. 12 Miami
MIAMI (AP) — Missing from this year’s Florida State-Miami game will be a lot of fans and one head coach.
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No. 13 UCF opens conference play with trip to East Carolina
Dillon Gabriel and and his Central Florida teammates aren’t spending time worrying about their national ranking. Instead, the No. 13 Knights just keep piling up wins.
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Mullen takes No. 5 Florida, title hopes back to Mississippi
Dan Mullen should hope this trip to Ole Miss goes as well his first — or his last.
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No. 16 Tennessee looks to continue streak at South Carolina
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — Tennessee linebacker Henry To'o To'o is convinced the team's run back to Southeastern Conference prominence wasn't a late-season fluke — and it can continue when the 16th-ranked Vols open the season at South Carolina on Saturday.
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Turner Sports expands rights deal with MLB through 2028
Turner Sports will continue broadcasting Major League Baseball after agreeing to an extension of rights through the 2028 season.
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Cardinals, Panthers renew old rivalry to highlight Week 3
Here are things to watch in the Atlantic Coast Conference in Week 3:
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Diggs focuses on giving and receiving in 1st year with Bills
ORCHARD PARK, N.Y. (AP) — Stefon Diggs is more interested in giving than receiving.
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Brooks, Amadi about to get their chance on Seahawks defense
RENTON, Wash. (AP) — Two youngsters are about to get their chance to prove they can be long-term options to help the Seattle Seahawks' struggling defense.
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Yimmi Chara gives Portland 1-0 victory over Seattle
PORTLAND, Ore. (AP) — Yimmi Chara scored in the opening minutes and the Portland Timbers went on to beat Pacific Northwest rival Seattle 1-0 on Wednesday night.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Votto homers, Bauer sharp as surging Reds top Brewers 6-1
CINCINNATI (AP) — The grounds crew that had been banging drums and raising a din in the stands all game long lined up and exchanged high-fives with exuberant Reds players.
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Fundraising goes on as Leah Still at 5 years cancer free
Leah Still planned to celebrate five years cancer free with a dinner at her favorite steakhouse.
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A's beat Dodgers 6-4 on Laureano's 9th-inning homer
LOS ANGELES (AP) — After going hitless in his first two at-bats, Rámon Laureano singled. Feeling emboldened, he choked up on the bat and broke a ninth-inning tie with a two-run homer.
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Perez, Cordero power Royals to 12-3 rout of contending Cards
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — The Cardinals are headed back to Busch Stadium with their playoff fate still in their hands.
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Henderson willing to carry LA Rams with fellow RBs hurting
THOUSAND OAKS, Calif. (AP) — Although the Los Angeles Rams intend to replace Todd Gurley by using three running backs extensively this season, the plan might need a short-term alteration with two of those backs already slowed by injuries.
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Mariners keep slim playoff hopes alive, beat Astros 3-2
SEATTLE (AP) — In what was supposed to be a rebuilding season the Seattle Mariners will go into the final weekend with an outside shot at the postseason.
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Clevinger suddenly pulled after 1 inning, Pads fall to Halos
SAN DIEGO (AP) — The euphoria of clinching their first playoff berth in 14 seasons three days earlier was tempered for the San Diego Padres when right-hander Mike Clevinger was suddenly pulled after only one inning of his start Wednesday.
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Rookie Mathisen hits 2 HRs, D-backs beat Rangers 7-3
PHOENIX (AP) — Rookie Wyatt Mathisen hit his first two career homers, fellow rookie Daulton Varsho knocked in the go-ahead run with a triple, and the Arizona Diamondbacks rallied for a 7-3 victory over the Texas Rangers on Wednesday night.
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Harper's 2 HRs help Phils top Nats 12-3, eliminate champs
WASHINGTON (AP) — Bryce Harper showed up to Nationals Park, his old stomping grounds, about six hours before Wednesday night’s first pitch to get treatment for a bothersome back, then got a chance to stay off his feet a bit as the designated hitter instead of an outfielder.
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Packers' Davante Adams unsure of his status for Saints game
Green Bay wide receiver Davante Adams says he doesn’t know yet whether he’ll be able to play Sunday night at New Orleans after leaving the Packers’ previous game early with a hamstring injury.
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Pirates cool off Hendricks, slip past playoff-bound Cubs 2-1
PITTSBURGH (AP) — The Chicago Cubs are heading to the playoffs for the fifth time in six years. If their offense doesn't pick up soon, it might be a short stay.
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New Magnolia State coaches prepare for challenging debuts
Lane Kiffin’s Mississippi home debut was supposed to come against Southeast Missouri State. Mike Leach expected to start his first season at Mississippi State versus New Mexico.
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Mizzou's Drinkwitz: transparency trumps competitive edge
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — Eli Drinkwitz could have kept private the COVID-19 testing numbers within the Missouri football program.
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No. 1 Clemson, Swinney worried about COVID during bye week
Clemson coach Dabo Swinney has few worries about his football team on the field. Off it? That's another story.
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South Carolina looks for improvement from revamped offense
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — South Carolina now gets to see if changes on offense the Gamecocks have made since last fall will translate into wins.
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Budget shortfall forces deep cuts in Ohio St sports program
COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) — Ohio State's athletic department will cut 25 jobs, furlough hundreds of other employees and ask coaches and others to take 5% pay cuts to help grapple with a projected $107 million budget deficit due to the COVID-19 pandemic, athletic director Gene Smith said Wednesday.
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No. 4 Georgia to be reunited with popular Pittman in opener
Kirby Smart gives much credit to first-year Arkansas coach Sam Pittman for helping to make No. 4 Georgia an annual contender for the Southeastern Conference championship.
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Syracuse's Carrier Dome turns 40 years old, gets new look
SYRACUSE, N.Y. (AP) — Syracuse University's Carrier Dome opened 40 years ago with an overflow crowd that set an attendance record that still stands.
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Kansas, K-State try to rebound in Big 12 from Sun Belt blows
LAWRENCE, Kan. (AP) — Kansas and Kansas State had plenty of reasons to believe this season would produce another solid brick for the foundation of their programs, despite spring football being scuttled by the coronavirus and an offseason unlike any other.
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SEC football opens minus big crowds, tailgating, some stars
Southeastern Conference football games won’t have their normal scenes of packed stadiums and partying tailgaters.
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Vandy coach still mum on starting QB vs No. 10 Texas A&M
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — Derek Mason knows who his new starting quarterback is. The Vanderbilt coach just isn't saying, not while looking for every advantage possible in the Commodores' season opener.
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Mullen's Florida staff receives nearly $500K before pandemic
GAINESVILLE, Fla. (AP) — Florida coach Dan Mullen didn’t get a raise or an extension after his team’s 11-2 finish last season. His staff got the money.
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Defense ahead of the offense early in ACC season
Defense seems to have the early edge in the Atlantic Coast Conference after the start of this pandemic-affected college football season.
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Coach Fuente hopes Hokies 'able to play' Wolfpack this week
First it was North Carolina State that couldn’t play Virginia Tech because of positive coronavirus tests, and then it was the Hokies who had to pull out of a game against Virginia because of the virus.
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Minnesota star WR Bateman wants to opt back into 2020 season
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — Minnesota wide receiver Rashod Bateman has decided to opt back in for the 2020 football season in light of the Big Ten's resumption of fall competition, contingent on the star junior gaining the necessary eligibility clearance.
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No. 5 Florida settles into normal routine, braces for chaos
GAINESVILLE, Fla. (AP) — Florida coach Dan Mullen is finally settling into a somewhat normal routine.
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Former UGa player says he experienced racism, manipulation
ATLANTA (AP) — Former Georgia defensive back Otis Reese says he left the school because of racist treatment on campus, and contends that coach Kirby Smart manipulated him to continue playing for the Bulldogs last season after he expressed his intention to transfer.
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QB Guarantano opens as undisputed starter for No. 16 Vols
Jarrett Guarantano and the 16th-ranked Tennessee Volunteers are about to find out how much it helps them having the same offensive coordinator for consecutive seasons.
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Fundraising goes on as Leah Still at 5 years cancer free
Leah Still planned to celebrate five years cancer free with a dinner at her favorite steakhouse.
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Harper's 2 HRs help Phils top Nats 12-3, eliminate champs
WASHINGTON (AP) — Bryce Harper showed up to Nationals Park, his old stomping grounds, about six hours before Wednesday night’s first pitch to get treatment for a bothersome back, then got a chance to stay off his feet a bit as the designated hitter instead of an outfielder.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
A's beat Dodgers 6-4 on Laureano's 9th-inning homer
LOS ANGELES (AP) — After going hitless in his first two at-bats, Rámon Laureano singled. Feeling emboldened, he choked up on the bat and broke a ninth-inning tie with a two-run homer.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Yimmi Chara gives Portland 1-0 victory over Seattle
PORTLAND, Ore. (AP) — Yimmi Chara scored in the opening minutes and the Portland Timbers went on to beat Pacific Northwest rival Seattle 1-0 on Wednesday night.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Perez, Cordero power Royals to 12-3 rout of contending Cards
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — The Cardinals are headed back to Busch Stadium with their playoff fate still in their hands.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Pirates cool off Hendricks, slip past playoff-bound Cubs 2-1
PITTSBURGH (AP) — The Chicago Cubs are heading to the playoffs for the fifth time in six years. If their offense doesn't pick up soon, it might be a short stay.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Votto homers, Bauer sharp as surging Reds top Brewers 6-1
CINCINNATI (AP) — The grounds crew that had been banging drums and raising a din in the stands all game long lined up and exchanged high-fives with exuberant Reds players.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Mariners keep slim playoff hopes alive, beat Astros 3-2
SEATTLE (AP) — In what was supposed to be a rebuilding season the Seattle Mariners will go into the final weekend with an outside shot at the postseason.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Harper's 2 HRs help Phils top Nats 12-3, push champs to edge
WASHINGTON (AP) — Bryce Harper showed up to Nationals Park, his old stomping grounds, about six hours before Wednesday night’s first pitch to get treatment for a bothersome back, then got a chance to stay off his feet a bit as the designated hitter instead of an outfielder.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Rookie Mathisen hits 2 HRs, D-backs beat Rangers 7-3
PHOENIX (AP) — Rookie Wyatt Mathisen hit his first two career homers, fellow rookie Daulton Varsho knocked in the go-ahead run with a triple, and the Arizona Diamondbacks rallied for a 7-3 victory over the Texas Rangers on Wednesday night.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Henderson willing to carry LA Rams with fellow RBs hurting
THOUSAND OAKS, Calif. (AP) — Although the Los Angeles Rams intend to replace Todd Gurley by using three running backs extensively this season, the plan might need a short-term alteration with two of those backs already slowed by injuries.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Diggs focuses on giving and receiving in 1st year with Bills
ORCHARD PARK, N.Y. (AP) — Stefon Diggs is more interested in giving than receiving.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Clevinger suddenly pulled after 1 inning, Pads fall to Halos
SAN DIEGO (AP) — The euphoria of clinching their first playoff berth in 14 seasons three days earlier was tempered for the San Diego Padres when right-hander Mike Clevinger was suddenly pulled after only one inning of his start Wednesday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Brooks, Amadi about to get their chance on Seahawks defense
RENTON, Wash. (AP) — Two youngsters are about to get their chance to prove they can be long-term options to help the Seattle Seahawks' struggling defense.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Packers' Davante Adams unsure of his status for Saints game
Green Bay wide receiver Davante Adams says he doesn’t know yet whether he’ll be able to play Sunday night at New Orleans after leaving the Packers’ previous game early with a hamstring injury.
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Motivated Davis ready to replace Panthers All-Pro McCaffrey
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) — There were days when running back Mike Davis wanted to quit the NFL, frustrated over his role as a practice squad player with the Seattle Seahawks.
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Luis Suárez moves from Barcelona to Atlético Madrid
MADRID (AP) — Luis Suárez is staying in Spain after all.
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Jones isn't feeling more pressure with Saquon out for season
EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. (AP) — Daniel Jones doesn't feel any more pressure because New York Giants offensive star Saquon Barkley is sidelined for the season with a knee injury.
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Mayfield, Browns' high-powered offense show early promise
CLEVELAND (AP) — Like a mother lion with her hungry cubs, Baker Mayfield has many mouths to feed.
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Welcome to "Blitzburgh"; Sack-happy Steelers causing chaos
PITTSBURGH (AP) — The pressure came from everywhere. Up the middle. Off the edge. On stunts. On good old-fashioned one-on-one domination.
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New Kings GM McNair commits to Luke Walton as coach
New Sacramento Kings general manager Monte McNair said he is looking forward to working with coach Luke Walton to revive a franchise that has the longest current playoff drought in the NBA.
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Indy's top 3 rookies getting crash course in pro football
INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — Running back Jonathan Taylor showed the Indianapolis Colts what he could do in his first two NFL games.
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Hat trick for Havertz as Chelsea strolls in League Cup
Three goals for Kai Havertz. A debut for Thiago Silva.
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Mizzou's Drinkwitz: transparency trumps competitive edge
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — Eli Drinkwitz could have kept private the COVID-19 testing numbers within the Missouri football program.
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Ball-hawking, All-Pro Ravens CB Humphrey ready for Chiefs
Whether it's knocking down a pass, punching the ball loose or going the other way with an interception, Baltimore Ravens All-Pro cornerback Marlon Humphrey has a knack for making game-changing plays.
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SEC football opens minus big crowds, tailgating, some stars
Southeastern Conference football games won’t have their normal scenes of packed stadiums and partying tailgaters.
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Defense ahead of the offense early in ACC season
Defense seems to have the early edge in the Atlantic Coast Conference after the start of this pandemic-affected college football season.
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Budget shortfall forces deep cuts in Ohio St sports program
COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) — Ohio State's athletic department will cut 25 jobs, furlough hundreds of other employees and ask coaches and others to take 5% pay cuts to help grapple with a projected $107 million budget deficit due to the COVID-19 pandemic, athletic director Gene Smith said Wednesday.
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AP Source: Chargers' team doctor punctured Taylor's lung
COSTA MESA, Calif. (AP) — Los Angeles Chargers quarterback Tyrod Taylor missed last Sunday's game because a team doctor accidentally punctured his lung, according to a person familiar with the case.
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Former UGa player says he experienced racism, manipulation
ATLANTA (AP) — Former Georgia defensive back Otis Reese says he left the school because of racist treatment on campus, and contends that coach Kirby Smart manipulated him to continue playing for the Bulldogs last season after he expressed his intention to transfer.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
With Saquon Barkley out, Giants sign veteran Devonta Freeman
EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. (AP) — Two-time Pro Bowl halfback Devonta Freeman has signed with the New York Giants and might play this weekend.
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Wolves sign Semedo from Barca, add to Portuguese connection
Wolverhampton demonstrated its new-found pull by signing Portugal defender Nelson Semedo from Barcelona in a deal worth up to 40 million euros ($46 million) on Wednesday.
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Dodgers clinch NL's top seed, West title with win over A's
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Wrapping up an NL West title has become routine for the Los Angeles Dodgers, but in a year in which no one was sure three months ago if there would be a baseball season, manager Dave Roberts wanted his team to still savor the moment.
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NFL rallies around Patriots' White after father's death
FOXBOROUGH, Mass. (AP) — Patriots running back James White says he is having trouble processing the sudden death of his father, but is finding comfort in celebrating his son's first birthday.
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Bulls snag big name in coaching search, hire Billy Donovan
CHICAGO (AP) — Billy Donovan wasn't on the market for long — hardly a shocker given he's won everywhere he's coached.
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Twins top Tigers 5-4 in 10th, sit half-game behind White Sox
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — As a gift from third baseman Josh Donaldson, each of the Minnesota Twins now have dark blue jersey-style bathrobes with their name across the back.
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Ozuna, Braves beat Miami, clinch 3rd straight NL East title
ATLANTA (AP) — After clinching their third straight NL East title, the Atlanta Braves set their sights on ended a much longer streak.
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Saints normally dynamic offense looking sluggish in 2020
NEW ORLEANS (AP) — Saints quarterback Drew Brees doesn't quibble with the notion that New Orleans’ normally dynamic offense has looked somewhat out of sync to start the 2020 season.
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Angels SS Andrelton Simmons opts out of final 5 games
ANAHEIM, Calif. (AP) — Shortstop Andrelton Simmons has opted out of the remainder of the Los Angeles Angels' season.
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Stassi, Canning lead Angels over playoff-bound Padres 4-2
SAN DIEGO (AP) — Max Stassi, Griffin Canning and the Los Angeles Angels cooled off the playoff-bound San Diego Padres two days after they clinched their first playoff spot in 14 seasons.
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Kelly hits 3-run homer, Diamondbacks beat Rangers 7-0
PHOENIX (AP) — Carson Kelly had a three-run homer, Caleb Smith and Riley Smith combined to throw a six-hitter and the Arizona Diamondbacks rolled to a 7-0 victory over the Texas Rangers on Tuesday night.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Gomber pitches playoff-hunting Cards to 5-0 win over Royals
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — Austin Gomber heard longtime Cardinals ace Adam Wainwright say that his goal before pitching a complete game against Milwaukee last week was to throw no more than 12 pitches in any inning.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Lightning's Vasilevskiy standing tall in Stanley Cup Final
For all the hype Dallas goaltender Anton Khudobin is receiving for helping the Stars reach the Stanley Cup Final, fellow Russian Andrei Vasilevskiy is reminding everyone the Tampa Bay Lightning have a strong presence in net, too.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Brewers rally in 7th, bolster chances with 3-2 win over Reds
CINCINNATI (AP) — Facing a loss that could have deeply dented their playoff chances, the Milwaukee Brewers pulled one out behind an infielder who hasn't been able to crack the starting lineup lately.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Alabama coordinator expects better from Crimson Tide defense
Pete Golding doesn’t make excuses for Alabama’s uncharacteristic defensive shortcomings last season, and he probably could.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
New Magnolia State coaches prepare for challenging debuts
Lane Kiffin’s Mississippi home debut was supposed to come against Southeast Missouri State. Mike Leach expected to start his first season at Mississippi State versus New Mexico.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
No. 1 Clemson, Swinney worried about COVID during bye week
Clemson coach Dabo Swinney has few worries about his football team on the field. Off it? That's another story.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
South Carolina looks for improvement from revamped offense
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — South Carolina now gets to see if changes on offense the Gamecocks have made since last fall will translate into wins.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
No. 4 Georgia to be reunited with popular Pittman in opener
Kirby Smart gives much credit to first-year Arkansas coach Sam Pittman for helping to make No. 4 Georgia an annual contender for the Southeastern Conference championship.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Syracuse's Carrier Dome turns 40 years old, gets new look
SYRACUSE, N.Y. (AP) — Syracuse University's Carrier Dome opened 40 years ago with an overflow crowd that set an attendance record that still stands.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Kansas, K-State try to rebound in Big 12 from Sun Belt blows
LAWRENCE, Kan. (AP) — Kansas and Kansas State had plenty of reasons to believe this season would produce another solid brick for the foundation of their programs, despite spring football being scuttled by the coronavirus and an offseason unlike any other.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Upheaval among Utah's soccer teams takes another turn
PORTLAND, Ore. (AP) — Utah Royals coach Craig Harrington has been placed on a leave of absence in the latest round of tumult to hit owner Dell Loy Hansen's Utah Soccer Holdings.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Vandy coach still mum on starting QB vs No. 10 Texas A&M
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — Derek Mason knows who his new starting quarterback is. The Vanderbilt coach just isn't saying, not while looking for every advantage possible in the Commodores' season opener.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Mullen's Florida staff receives nearly $500K before pandemic
GAINESVILLE, Fla. (AP) — Florida coach Dan Mullen didn’t get a raise or an extension after his team’s 11-2 finish last season. His staff got the money.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Coach Fuente hopes Hokies 'able to play' Wolfpack this week
First it was North Carolina State that couldn’t play Virginia Tech because of positive coronavirus tests, and then it was the Hokies who had to pull out of a game against Virginia because of the virus.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Minnesota star WR Bateman wants to opt back into 2020 season
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — Minnesota wide receiver Rashod Bateman has decided to opt back in for the 2020 football season in light of the Big Ten's resumption of fall competition, contingent on the star junior gaining the necessary eligibility clearance.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
No. 5 Florida settles into normal routine, braces for chaos
GAINESVILLE, Fla. (AP) — Florida coach Dan Mullen is finally settling into a somewhat normal routine.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
QB Guarantano opens as undisputed starter for No. 16 Vols
Jarrett Guarantano and the 16th-ranked Tennessee Volunteers are about to find out how much it helps them having the same offensive coordinator for consecutive seasons.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Dodgers clinch NL's top seed, West title with win over A's
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Wrapping up an NL West title has become routine for the Los Angeles Dodgers, but in a year in which no one was sure three months ago if there would be a baseball season, manager Dave Roberts wanted his team to still savor the moment.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Stassi, Canning lead Angels over playoff-bound Padres 4-2
SAN DIEGO (AP) — Max Stassi, Griffin Canning and the Los Angeles Angels cooled off the playoff-bound San Diego Padres two days after they clinched their first playoff spot in 14 seasons.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Kelly hits 3-run homer, Diamondbacks beat Rangers 7-0
PHOENIX (AP) — Carson Kelly had a three-run homer, Caleb Smith and Riley Smith combined to throw a six-hitter and the Arizona Diamondbacks rolled to a 7-0 victory over the Texas Rangers on Tuesday night.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Twins top Tigers 5-4 in 10th, sit half-game behind White Sox
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — As a gift from third baseman Josh Donaldson, each of the Minnesota Twins now have dark blue jersey-style bathrobes with their name across the back.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Gomber pitches playoff-hunting Cards to 5-0 win over Royals
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — Austin Gomber heard longtime Cardinals ace Adam Wainwright say that his goal before pitching a complete game against Milwaukee last week was to throw no more than 12 pitches in any inning.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Ozuna, Braves beat Miami, clinch 3rd straight NL East title
ATLANTA (AP) — After clinching their third straight NL East title, the Atlanta Braves set their sights on ended a much longer streak.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Brewers rally in 7th, bolster chances with 3-2 win over Reds
CINCINNATI (AP) — Facing a loss that could have deeply dented their playoff chances, the Milwaukee Brewers pulled one out behind an infielder who hasn't been able to crack the starting lineup lately.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Bulls snag big name in coaching search, hire Billy Donovan
CHICAGO (AP) — Billy Donovan wasn't on the market for long — hardly a shocker given he's won everywhere he's coached.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Saints normally dynamic offense looking sluggish in 2020
NEW ORLEANS (AP) — Saints quarterback Drew Brees doesn't quibble with the notion that New Orleans’ normally dynamic offense has looked somewhat out of sync to start the 2020 season.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Angels SS Andrelton Simmons opts out of final 5 games
ANAHEIM, Calif. (AP) — Shortstop Andrelton Simmons has opted out of the remainder of the Los Angeles Angels' season.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Lightning's Vasilevskiy standing tall in Stanley Cup Final
For all the hype Dallas goaltender Anton Khudobin is receiving for helping the Stars reach the Stanley Cup Final, fellow Russian Andrei Vasilevskiy is reminding everyone the Tampa Bay Lightning have a strong presence in net, too.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Chicago Bulls hire Billy Donovan as coach, replaces Boylen
CHICAGO (AP) — The Chicago Bulls hired Billy Donovan as their coach Tuesday, landing one of the top candidates on the market to lead a rebuilding team with an overhauled front office.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
NFL rallies around Patriots' White after father's death
FOXBOROUGH, Mass. (AP) — Patriots running back James White says he is having trouble processing the sudden death of his father, but is finding comfort in celebrating his son's first birthday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Mullen's Florida staff receives nearly $500K before pandemic
GAINESVILLE, Fla. (AP) — Florida coach Dan Mullen didn’t get a raise or an extension after his team’s 11-2 finish last season. His staff got the money.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
No. 4 Georgia to be reunited with popular Pittman in opener
Kirby Smart gives much credit to first-year Arkansas coach Sam Pittman for helping to make No. 4 Georgia an annual contender for the Southeastern Conference championship.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Syracuse's Carrier Dome turns 40 years old, gets new look
SYRACUSE, N.Y. (AP) — Syracuse University's Carrier Dome opened 40 years ago with an overflow crowd that set an attendance record that still stands.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
New Magnolia State coaches prepare for challenging debuts
Lane Kiffin’s Mississippi home debut was supposed to come against Southeast Missouri State. Mike Leach expected to start his first season at Mississippi State versus New Mexico.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Kansas, K-State try to rebound in Big 12 from Sun Belt blows
LAWRENCE, Kan. (AP) — Kansas and Kansas State had plenty of reasons to believe this season would produce another solid brick for the foundation of their programs, despite spring football being scuttled by the coronavirus and an offseason unlike any other.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
South Carolina looks for improvement from revamped offense
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — South Carolina now gets to see if changes on offense the Gamecocks have made since last fall will translate into wins.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Vandy coach still mum on starting QB vs No. 10 Texas A&M
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — Derek Mason knows who his new starting quarterback is. The Vanderbilt coach just isn't saying, not while looking for every advantage possible in the Commodores' season opener.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Minnesota star WR Bateman wants to opt back into 2020 season
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — Minnesota wide receiver Rashod Bateman has decided to opt back in for the 2020 football season in light of the Big Ten's resumption of fall competition, contingent on the star junior gaining the necessary eligibility clearance.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
'Age is just a number': Thiago Silva takes plunge in England
Thiago Silva never imagined himself playing in England.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
No. 5 Florida settles into normal routine, braces for chaos
GAINESVILLE, Fla. (AP) — Florida coach Dan Mullen is finally settling into a somewhat normal routine.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Kepa's future in doubt as Chelsea closes in on new keeper
Chelsea’s staggering outlay of more than $250 million on players ahead of the new season failed to address arguably the biggest problem area in the team.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Analysis: Premier League breaks record with 44 goals
A stoppage-time goal by Gabriel Jesus did more than just clinch a significant win for Manchester City at Wolverhampton.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Analysis: Explaining the EPL's record goal spree
A stoppage-time goal by Gabriel Jesus did more than just clinch a significant win for Manchester City at Wolverhampton.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Knox, Wells help Marshall beat No. 23 Appalachian State 17-7
HUNTINGTON, W.Va. (AP) — Marshall coach Doc Holliday and his young quarterback saw the two injured Appalachian State players on the ground after a collision. So they knew what to do next.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Saints doomed by 129 penalty yards against Raiders
When Saints cornerback Janoris Jenkins hooked his arm around that of Raiders receiver Henry Ruggs on an overthrown, third-down pass, yellow flags flew. A defensive pass interference call extended a late Las Vegas drive that ultimately extinguished New Orleans' comeback hopes on Monday night.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Person, NC State hold on to beat Wake Forest 45-42 in opener
RALEIGH, N.C. (AP) — Ricky Person Jr. scored the short go-ahead touchdown with 5:51 left to help North Carolina State edge Wake Forest 45-42 on Saturday night in the Wolfpack’s delayed season debut.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Lions embattled coach Matt Patricia backed by his players
DETROIT (AP) — The Matt Patricia-led Detroit Lions lost another double-digit lead and an 11th straight game, putting even more pressure on an embattled coach.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Lowe homers, Rays inch past deGrom, Mets 2-1 despite 16 Ks
NEW YORK (AP) — The Tampa Bay Rays are ready for a party — and mum on the details.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Alabama coordinator expects better from Crimson Tide defense
Pete Golding doesn’t make excuses for Alabama’s uncharacteristic defensive shortcomings last season, and he probably could.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Royals rally behind stout bullpen to beat Cardinals, 4-1
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — The St. Louis Cardinals were into the Kansas City bullpen by the fourth inning, and Adam Wainwright was looking like a spry youngster rather than a 39-year-old workhorse as the right-hander sliced through the Royals batting order.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Eugenio Suárez homers, surging Reds beat Brewers 6-3
CINCINNATI (AP) — The Reds aren't wilting in their first exposure to September playoff pressure in many years.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Giants in 0-2 hole, now facing season without Saquon Barkley
EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. (AP) — The New York Giants are not going to have a quick turnaround under new coach Joe Judge.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Santana's homer lifts Indians to win, brink of playoff berth
CLEVELAND (AP) — The Indians left Progressive Field on the brink of a playoff berth and went home. The party's on hold.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Chargers' Lynn stands behind Taylor despite Herbert's debut
Anthony Lynn did a good job throughout the offseason and training camp of installing Tyrod Taylor as the Los Angeles Chargers' starting quarterback — even after Justin Herbert was taken with the sixth overall pick in April's draft.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
First Native American racer blazes trail at Tour de France
LE PECQ, France (AP) — A late draft to the Tour de France, Neilson Powless didn’t have time to scramble together a turtle necklace, the spirit animal of his Native American tribe, or paint one of their wampum bead belts on the frame of the bike that he's ridden for …
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Bullpen, defense preserves Braves 5-4 win over Marlins
ATLANTA (AP) — At the start, it looked like a slugfest.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
No. 1 Clemson, Swinney worried about COVID during bye week
Clemson coach Dabo Swinney has few worries about his football team on the field. Off it? That's another story.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
No. 17 Miami runs past No. 18 Louisville 47-34 in ACC opener
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (AP) — D'Eriq King threw three touchdown passes and No. 17 Miami used big plays to beat No. 18 Louisville 47-34 on Saturday night in the Atlantic Coast Conference opener for both teams.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Giants' Saquon Barkley out for season with torn ACL
EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. (AP) — A major knee injury has ended Saquon Barkley's season.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Wilson magnificent, but defense a concern for 2-0 Seahawks
SEATTLE (AP) — The Seattle Seahawks seem determined to see just how much Russell Wilson’s talent and skill can carry them.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Gonzales shuts down Astros as Mariners roll to 6-1 victory
SEATTLE (AP) — Marco Gonzales pumped his fist and let out a scream after striking out Michael Brantley on a full-count pitch to finish off eight shutout innings.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
No. 25 Pitt overcomes mistakes, slips by Syracuse 21-10
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Pittsburgh coach Pat Narduzzi watched the Panthers put together a nearly flawless practice last Tuesday, one so close to perfect that Narduzzi admitted he practically had to invent something to complain about.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Lawrence, No. 1 Clemson overwhelm The Citadel 49-0
CLEMSON, S.C. (AP) — Trevor Lawrence threw nine passes Saturday. Three of them went for touchdowns.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Tokyo needs to convince sponsors Olympics will really happen
TOKYO (AP) — The only thing more difficult than staging next year's Tokyo Olympics in a pandemic might be convincing sponsors to keep their billions of dollars on board in the midst of economic turbulence and skepticism.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Lester cruises, Schwarber responds as Cubs top Pirates 5-0
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Kyle Schwarber found the quickest way to get back in his manager's good graces: hit the ball hard and deliver in the clutch.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Upheaval among Utah's soccer teams takes another turn
PORTLAND, Ore. (AP) — Utah Royals coach Craig Harrington has been placed on a leave of absence in the latest round of tumult to hit owner Dell Loy Hansen's Utah Soccer Holdings.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
McVay's Rams look tougher than many expected after 2-0 start
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Sean McVay and the Los Angeles Rams are not interested in taking any steps backward.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Navy stages school-record comeback, stuns Tulane 27-24
NEW ORLEANS (AP) — Cameron Kinley's interception near his own goal line kept Navy's 24-point hole from getting deeper and set the stage for previously benched quarterback Dalen Morris to win back his job by helping the Midshipmen stage a historic rally.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Jared Walsh's 1st grand slam powers Angels past Rangers, 8-5
ANAHEIM, Calif. (AP) — Jared Walsh was a 39th-round pick who got a humble $3,000 signing bonus from the Los Angeles Angels. He used his cash to pay for an offseason of workouts, and then he never stopped grinding.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Coach Fuente hopes Hokies 'able to play' Wolfpack this week
First it was North Carolina State that couldn’t play Virginia Tech because of positive coronavirus tests, and then it was the Hokies who had to pull out of a game against Virginia because of the virus.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
LHP Cole Hamels done for year after just 1 start for Braves
ATLANTA (AP) — After making just one start for the Atlanta Braves, Cole Hamels is done for the season.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Gabriel throws 4 TD passes, No. 14 UCF beats Ga Tech 49-21
ATLANTA (AP) — Dillon Gabriel made sure Central Florida didn't let another game slip away on the road.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
QB Guarantano opens as undisputed starter for No. 16 Vols
Jarrett Guarantano and the 16th-ranked Tennessee Volunteers are about to find out how much it helps them having the same offensive coordinator for consecutive seasons.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Arenado goes on injured list with sore left shoulder
The Colorado Rockies will chase after a flickering playoff spot without All-Star third baseman Nolan Arenado, who was placed on the injured list with a sore left shoulder.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Tokyo needs to convince sponsors Olympics will really happen
TOKYO (AP) — The only thing more difficult than staging next year's Tokyo Olympics in a pandemic might be convincing sponsors to keep their billions of dollars on board in the midst of economic turbulence and skepticism.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Saints doomed by 129 penalty yards against Raiders
When Saints cornerback Janoris Jenkins hooked his arm around that of Raiders receiver Henry Ruggs on an overthrown, third-down pass, yellow flags flew. A defensive pass interference call extended a late Las Vegas drive that ultimately extinguished New Orleans' comeback hopes on Monday night.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Gonzales shuts down Astros as Mariners roll to 6-1 victory
SEATTLE (AP) — Marco Gonzales pumped his fist and let out a scream after striking out Michael Brantley on a full-count pitch to finish off eight shutout innings.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Gonzales shuts down Astros, Mariners roll to 6-1 victory
SEATTLE (AP) — Marco Gonzales threw eight shutout innings, Evan White broke open a tight game with a three-run homer in the seventh and the Seattle Mariners beat the Houston Astros 6-1 on Monday night.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Giants' Saquon Barkley out for season with torn ACL
EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. (AP) — A major knee injury has ended Saquon Barkley's season.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Santana's homer lifts Indians to win, brink of playoff berth
CLEVELAND (AP) — The Indians left Progressive Field on the brink of a playoff berth and went home. The party's on hold.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Bullpen, defense preserves Braves 5-4 win over Marlins
ATLANTA (AP) — At the start, it looked like a slugfest.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Royals rally behind stout bullpen to beat Cardinals, 4-1
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — The St. Louis Cardinals were into the Kansas City bullpen by the fourth inning, and Adam Wainwright was looking like a spry youngster rather than a 39-year-old workhorse as the right-hander sliced through the Royals batting order.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Lowe homers, Rays inch past deGrom, Mets 2-1 despite 16 Ks
NEW YORK (AP) — The Tampa Bay Rays are ready for a party — and mum on the details.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Santana's homer lifts Indians to brink of playoff berth
CLEVELAND (AP) — The Indians left Progressive Field on the brink of a playoff berth and went home. The party's on hold.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Lester cruises, Schwarber responds as Cubs top Pirates 5-0
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Kyle Schwarber found the quickest way to get back in his manager's good graces: hit the ball hard and deliver in the clutch.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Eugenio Suárez homers, surging Reds beat Brewers 6-3
CINCINNATI (AP) — The Reds aren't wilting in their first exposure to September playoff pressure in many years.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Ramírez homers, Indians close in on playoffs top ChiSox 7-4
CLEVELAND (AP) — Carlos Santana's two-run homer snapped a tie and José Ramírez homered again as the Cleveland Indians moved closer to clinching a playoff berth — and delayed Chicago's likely AL Central title — with a 7-4 win over the White Sox on Monday night.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Arenado goes on injured list with sore left shoulder
The Colorado Rockies will chase after a flickering playoff spot without All-Star third baseman Nolan Arenado, who was placed on the injured list with a sore left shoulder.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Lions embattled coach Matt Patricia backed by his players
DETROIT (AP) — The Matt Patricia-led Detroit Lions lost another double-digit lead and an 11th straight game, putting even more pressure on an embattled coach.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Giants in 0-2 hole, now facing season without Saquon Barkley
EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. (AP) — The New York Giants are not going to have a quick turnaround under new coach Joe Judge.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
No. 1 Clemson, Swinney worried about COVID during bye week
Clemson coach Dabo Swinney has few worries about his football team on the field. Off it? That's another story.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Wilson magnificent, but defense a concern for 2-0 Seahawks
SEATTLE (AP) — The Seattle Seahawks seem determined to see just how much Russell Wilson’s talent and skill can carry them.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Jared Walsh's 1st grand slam powers Angels past Rangers, 8-5
ANAHEIM, Calif. (AP) — Jared Walsh was a 39th-round pick who got a humble $3,000 signing bonus from the Los Angeles Angels. He used his cash to pay for an offseason of workouts, and then he never stopped grinding.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
LHP Cole Hamels done for year after just 1 start for Braves
ATLANTA (AP) — After making just one start for the Atlanta Braves, Cole Hamels is done for the season.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Chargers' Lynn stands behind Taylor despite Herbert's debut
Anthony Lynn did a good job throughout the offseason and training camp of installing Tyrod Taylor as the Los Angeles Chargers' starting quarterback — even after Justin Herbert was taken with the sixth overall pick in April's draft.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Packers' Aaron Jones making his case for contract extension
GREEN BAY, Wis. (AP) —
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Bears not making it easy on themselves despite 2-0 record
CHICAGO (AP) — The Chicago Bears are 2-0 for the first time since the 2013 team won the first three games. They're just not making it easy on themselves.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Despite close loss, Patriots' Newton sees offensive progress
FOXBOROUGH, Mass. (AP) — The Patriots left
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Unbeaten Ravens look forward to clash with defending champs
The Baltimore Ravens took a little time to savor their 14th consecutive regular-season victory, a rout of defending AFC South champion Houston on the road. Then they turned their attention to an even bigger challenge: a Monday night matchup at home against star quarterback Patrick Mahomes and the Super Bowl …
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Panthers' 0-2 start ignites 'tank for Trevor' talk
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) — Two games into the season the “tank for Trevor” talk has already begun in earnest in Carolina.
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Coach Fuente hopes Hokies 'able to play' Wolfpack this week
First it was North Carolina State that couldn’t play Virginia Tech because of positive coronavirus tests, and then it was the Hokies who had to pull out of a game against Virginia because of the virus.
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Falcons still ruffled over epic collapse in Dallas
ATLANTA (AP) — The Atlanta Falcons are still searching for answers following their epic collapse in Dallas.
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Man City makes fast start to EPL by beating Wolves 3-1
An abnormally short preseason and a lengthy list of injury and coronavirus-related absentees didn’t stop Manchester City getting off to a fast start in the English Premier League on Monday.
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McVay's Rams look tougher than many expected after 2-0 start
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Sean McVay and the Los Angeles Rams are not interested in taking any steps backward.
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Indianapolis gets back on track with defense, running game
INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — Frank Reich kept it simple Sunday: Run the ball and let the defense do its job.
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Fournette gradually carving role with Brady-led Buccaneers
TAMPA, Fla. (AP) — It didn’t take Leonard Fournette long to show the Tampa Bay Buccaneers what he can mean to their offense moving forward.
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Man City makes fast start to EPL beating Wolves 3-1
An abnormally short preseason and a lengthy list of injury and coronavirus-related absentees didn’t stop Manchester City getting off to a fast start in the English Premier League on Monday.
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QB Guarantano opens as undisputed starter for No. 16 Vols
Jarrett Guarantano and the 16th-ranked Tennessee Volunteers are about to find out how much it helps them having the same offensive coordinator for consecutive seasons.
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Missing injured Scherff is just one problem for Washington
Washington's best offensive lineman writhing on the ground in pain wasn't a sight the coaching staff or players needed to see at any point this season, let alone this early.
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Allen credited for providing banged-up Bills defense a lift
ORCHARD PARK, N.Y. (AP) — Josh Allen not only lifted the Buffalo offense in matching the third most prolific passing performance in team history.
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Terrible run defense has Houston Texans in 0-2 hole
HOUSTON (AP) — The Houston Texans have been terrible against the run to start this season and it has left them in an 0-2 hole with a trip to Pittsburgh looming on Sunday.
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Browns starting LB Mack, CB Williams back from injuries
CLEVELAND (AP) — As several big names — Nick Bosa, Saquon Barkley, Christian McCaffrey and others — were added to a
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2-0 or 0-2? Steelers, Roethlisberger eye improvement
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Judging by the tone of Ben Roethlisberger's voice, it was hard to tell if the Pittsburgh Steelers are 2-0 or 0-2.
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Dolphins look improved from early 2019 but are still 0-2
MIAMI (AP) — So far the rebuilding Miami Dolphins haven't been historically bad, which means they're better.
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Chiefs survive miscues, escape with sloppy win over Chargers
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — The Kansas City Chiefs were nearly flawless in their Week 1 win over the Houston Texans.
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Panthers' McCaffrey out multiple weeks with ankle sprain
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) — Christian McCaffrey said he plans to attack his rehabilitation from a high ankle sprain the same way he does everything else — with a full head of steam.
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Giants halfback Saquon Barkley has ACL injury to right knee
EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. (AP) — A major knee injury has ended Saquon Barkley's season.
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Browns healing up, 3 injured defenders back at practice
CLEVELAND (AP) — The Cleveland Browns are healing up.
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Run defense breaks down again for Texans, who fall to 0-2
HOUSTON (AP) — Mark Ingram, Gus Edwards and Lamar Jackson each ran for more yards individually than the Texans did as a team in the latest embarrassment for Houston's run defense.
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Knox, Wells help Marshall beat No. 23 Appalachian State 17-7
HUNTINGTON, W.Va. (AP) — Marshall coach Doc Holliday and his young quarterback saw the two injured Appalachian State players on the ground after a collision. So they knew what to do next.
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College basketball bubbles brewing with season on horizon
INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — With the coronavirus pandemic already forcing changes for college basketball, a bubble may be brewing in Indianapolis.
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Falcons lose on last-play FG after not attacking onside kick
ARLINGTON, Texas (AP) — The Atlanta Falcons could only watch as they lost on a game-ending field goal.
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Phillies fail to sweep Blue Jays; Harper has stiff back
PHILADELPHIA (AP) — The Phillies could hit the road for their playoff push without Bryce Harper in the lineup.
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Washington's slow start can't be overcome in Week 2 setback
GLENDALE, Ariz. (AP) — Quarterback Dwayne Haskins and the Washington Football Team spent much of Sunday afternoon trying to find a way to consistently get moving against Arizona's much-improved defense.
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Person, NC State hold on to beat Wake Forest 45-42 in opener
RALEIGH, N.C. (AP) — Ricky Person Jr. scored the short go-ahead touchdown with 5:51 left to help North Carolina State edge Wake Forest 45-42 on Saturday night in the Wolfpack’s delayed season debut.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Lions' collapse starts well before fourth quarter this time
GREEN BAY, Wis. (AP) — This time, the Detroit Lions didn’t bother waiting until the fourth quarter to blow a double-digit lead.
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Chargers QB Herbert answers late call with strong NFL debut
INGLEWOOD, Calif. (AP) — Anthony Lynn didn't find out his starting quarterback was injured until right after the coin toss.
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Newton nearly pulls off comeback, but Patriots fall short
SEATTLE (AP) — Down 12 with less than 5 minutes remaining, Cam Newton nearly pulled off the most unlikely of comebacks in his first road start with New England.
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Trubisky throws 2 TD passes, Barkley hurt, Bears edge Giants
CHICAGO (AP) — The Chicago Bears were happy with another close win, while the New York Giants have greater concerns than their 0-2 record: a potentially serious injury to star running back Saquon Barkley.
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Butker good from 58 in OT, Chiefs survive Herbert's LA debut
INGLEWOOD, Calif. (AP) — Harrison Butker wasn't nervous about his third attempt to kick a game-winning field goal in overtime for the Kansas City Chiefs. After a false start and Los Angeles Chargers timeout, Butker was determined to end it.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Alabama coordinator expects better from Crimson Tide defense
Pete Golding doesn’t make excuses for Alabama’s uncharacteristic defensive shortcomings last season, and he probably could.
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First Native American racer blazes trail at Tour de France
LE PECQ, France (AP) — A late draft to the Tour de France, Neilson Powless didn’t have time to scramble together a turtle necklace, the spirit animal of his Native American tribe, or paint one of their wampum bead belts on the frame of the bike that he's ridden for …
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Bobo: Consistency earned Hill starting Gamecocks QB job
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — Collin Hill has never backed away from a challenge, especially if it meant getting back on the field at his home state university.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Latest Dolphins loss shows Flores hasn't fixed defense yet
MIAMI (AP) — When the Miami Dolphins fell behind in their home opener, some fans in the small crowd began to chant “Tua, Tua,” lobbying for the team's top draft pick to replace veteran Ryan Fitzpatrick.
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'Grateful' - Players celebrate Big Ten's reversal on season
COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) — When Ohio State quarterback Justin Fields gathered with some of his teammates last Saturday to watch college football on TV, the mood was dark.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Ravens extend regular-season run, dominate Texans 33-16
HOUSTON (AP) — The Baltimore Ravens' multifaceted rushing attack, which led the NFL last year by nearly 1,000 yards, was slow to get going in the first half against the Houston Texans.
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No. 17 Miami runs past No. 18 Louisville 47-34 in ACC opener
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (AP) — D'Eriq King threw three touchdown passes and No. 17 Miami used big plays to beat No. 18 Louisville 47-34 on Saturday night in the Atlantic Coast Conference opener for both teams.
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No. 25 Pitt overcomes mistakes, slips by Syracuse 21-10
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Pittsburgh coach Pat Narduzzi watched the Panthers put together a nearly flawless practice last Tuesday, one so close to perfect that Narduzzi admitted he practically had to invent something to complain about.
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Lawrence, No. 1 Clemson overwhelm The Citadel 49-0
CLEMSON, S.C. (AP) — Trevor Lawrence threw nine passes Saturday. Three of them went for touchdowns.
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Seahawks stuff Newton on final play, beat Patriots 35-30
SEATTLE (AP) — Russell Wilson continued his sizzling start throwing five more touchdown passes. Unheralded second-year defensive end L.J. Collier made the play that assured those five TD tosses came in a victory.
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Senzatela helps Rockies avoid sweep, beat Dodgers 6-3
DENVER (AP) — If everything broke just right, the Los Angeles Dodgers were planning a subdued celebration on the plane ride home.
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Upheaval among Utah's soccer teams takes another turn
PORTLAND, Ore. (AP) — Utah Royals coach Craig Harrington has been placed on a leave of absence in the latest round of tumult to hit owner Dell Loy Hansen's Utah Soccer Holdings.
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Navy stages school-record comeback, stuns Tulane 27-24
NEW ORLEANS (AP) — Cameron Kinley's interception near his own goal line kept Navy's 24-point hole from getting deeper and set the stage for previously benched quarterback Dalen Morris to win back his job by helping the Midshipmen stage a historic rally.
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8 of 10 Premier League matches this weekend streamed in US
NEW YORK (AP) — NBC moved eight of this weekend’s 10 Premier League matches to its online streaming service Peacock behind a pay wall because it wanted to broadcast golf's U.S. Open and the Tour de France on its television networks.
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Murray runs for 2 TDs, Cardinals roll past Washington 30-15
GLENDALE, Ariz. (AP) — Kyler Murray's slippery, spectacular touchdown runs for the up-and-coming Cardinals are becoming a common occurrence.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Jones' big day helps Packers beat Lions 42-21 in home opener
GREEN BAY, Wis. (AP) — Aaron Jones wanted to do a Lambeau Leap even without fans in the stands.
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Rally puts Padres back in playoffs for 1st time in 14 years
SAN DIEGO (AP) — After 14 long years, the San Diego Padres are back in the playoffs, this time with a cast of stars who never flinch when they get down.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Gabriel throws 4 TD passes, No. 14 UCF beats Ga Tech 49-21
ATLANTA (AP) — Dillon Gabriel made sure Central Florida didn't let another game slip away on the road.
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Carolina comeback hopes fade when injured McCaffrey leaves
TAMPA, Fla. (AP) — The Carolina Panthers felt they beat themselves in a 31-17 loss to the Tampa Bay Buccaneers on Sunday.
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Barkley, 49ers hit with potentially season-ending injuries
A star-studded cast of NFL players departed their games with injuries on Sunday.
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Taylor makes hefty workload pay off as Colts beat Vikings
INDIANANPOLIS (AP) — Jonathan Taylor looked right at home in his first NFL start.
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Newton nearly pulls off comeback, but Patriots fall short
SEATTLE (AP) — Down 12 with less than 5 minutes remaining, Cam Newton nearly pulled off the most unlikely of comebacks in his first road start with New England.
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Upheaval among Utah's soccer teams takes another turn
PORTLAND, Ore. (AP) — Utah Royals coach Craig Harrington has been placed on a leave of absence in the latest round of tumult to hit owner Dell Loy Hansen's Utah Soccer Holdings.
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Seahawks stuff Newton on final play, beat Patriots 35-30
SEATTLE (AP) — Russell Wilson continued his sizzling start throwing five more touchdown passes. Unheralded second-year defensive end L.J. Collier made the play that assured those five TD tosses came in a victory.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Run defense breaks down again for Texans, who fall to 0-2
HOUSTON (AP) — Mark Ingram, Gus Edwards and Lamar Jackson each ran for more yards individually than the Texans did as a team in the latest embarrassment for Houston's run defense.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Washington's slow start can't be overcome in Week 2 setback
GLENDALE, Ariz. (AP) — Quarterback Dwayne Haskins and the Washington Football Team spent much of Sunday afternoon trying to find a way to consistently get moving against Arizona's much-improved defense.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Chargers QB Herbert answers late call with strong NFL debut
INGLEWOOD, Calif. (AP) — Anthony Lynn didn't find out his starting quarterback was injured until right after the coin toss.
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Rally puts Padres back in playoffs for 1st time in 14 years
SAN DIEGO (AP) — After 14 long years, the San Diego Padres are back in the playoffs, this time with a cast of stars who never flinch when they get down.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Butker good from 58 in OT, Chiefs survive Herbert's LA debut
INGLEWOOD, Calif. (AP) — Harrison Butker wasn't nervous about his third attempt to kick a game-winning field goal in overtime for the Kansas City Chiefs. After a false start and Los Angeles Chargers timeout, Butker was determined to end it.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Phillies fail to sweep Blue Jays; Harper has stiff back
PHILADELPHIA (AP) — The Phillies could hit the road for their playoff push without Bryce Harper in the lineup.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Ravens extend regular-season run, dominate Texans 33-16
HOUSTON (AP) — The Baltimore Ravens' multifaceted rushing attack, which led the NFL last year by nearly 1,000 yards, was slow to get going in the first half against the Houston Texans.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Murray runs for 2 TDs, Cardinals roll past Washington 30-15
GLENDALE, Ariz. (AP) — Kyler Murray's slippery, spectacular touchdown runs for the up-and-coming Cardinals are becoming a common occurrence.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Barkley, 49ers hit with potentially season-ending injuries
A star-studded cast of NFL players departed their games with injuries on Sunday.
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Carolina comeback hopes fade when injured McCaffrey leaves
TAMPA, Fla. (AP) — The Carolina Panthers felt they beat themselves in a 31-17 loss to the Tampa Bay Buccaneers on Sunday.
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Falcons lose on last-play FG after not attacking onside kick
ARLINGTON, Texas (AP) — The Atlanta Falcons could only watch as they lost on a game-ending field goal.
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Lions' collapse starts well before fourth quarter this time
GREEN BAY, Wis. (AP) — This time, the Detroit Lions didn’t bother waiting until the fourth quarter to blow a double-digit lead.
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Latest Dolphins loss shows Flores hasn't fixed defense yet
MIAMI (AP) — When the Miami Dolphins fell behind in their home opener, some fans in the small crowd began to chant “Tua, Tua,” lobbying for the team's top draft pick to replace veteran Ryan Fitzpatrick.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Phillies fail to sweep Blue Jays; Harper leaves game late
PHILADELPHIA (AP) — Teoscar Hernandez hit a two-run homer and Taijuan Walker tossed six sharp innings to help the Toronto Blue Jays snap a six-game losing streak with a 6-3 win over the Philadelphia Phillies on Sunday.
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Trubisky throws 2 TD passes, Barkley hurt, Bears edge Giants
CHICAGO (AP) — The Chicago Bears were happy with another close win, while the New York Giants have greater concerns than their 0-2 record: a potentially serious injury to star running back Saquon Barkley.
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Here we go again? Lock, Broncos in a familiar spot
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Drew Lock is getting a sense of deja vu. So are the Denver Broncos. And not in a good way.
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Senzatela helps Rockies avoid sweep, beat Dodgers 6-3
DENVER (AP) — If everything broke just right, the Los Angeles Dodgers were planning a subdued celebration on the plane ride home.
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Real Madrid starts title defense with draw at Real Sociedad
MADRID (AP) — It wasn’t the best of starts for defending champion Real Madrid, which needed a good performance by goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois to salvage a 0-0 draw at Real Sociedad in the Spanish league on Sunday.
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Vive le Tour! With young winner, thrilling race defies virus
PARIS (AP) — In a first, the Tour de France winner wore a face mask on the podium Sunday, bright yellow to match the color of the iconic jersey so snug on his young shoulders.
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The Thorns open the fall series with a 3-0 win over Utah
PORTLAND, Ore. (AP) — Sophia Smith, the No. 1 overall pick in the National Women's Soccer League draft this year, scored in her Portland debut and the Thorns beat the Utah Royals 3-0 in a fall series match Sunday.
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Steelers knock out Lock, hold off Driskel, Broncos 26-21
PITTSBURGH (AP) — A game seemingly in hand suddenly on the cusp of slipping away, Pittsburgh Steelers head coach Mike Tomlin didn't overthink things. His team's defense is built on one principle: attack.
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Taylor makes hefty workload pay off as Colts beat Vikings
INDIANANPOLIS (AP) — Jonathan Taylor looked right at home in his first NFL start.
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Brady, Fournette lead Bucs over Panthers 31-17
TAMPA, Fla. (AP) — Tom Brady has a dazzling track record of winning, period.
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New York Giants lose Barkley, fall to 0-2 under Joe Judge
CHICAGO (AP) — Daniel Jones committed two more turnovers. The offensive line had another uneven day, and the defense took a while to find its stride.
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Jones' big day helps Packers beat Lions 42-21 in home opener
GREEN BAY, Wis. (AP) — Aaron Jones wanted to do a Lambeau Leap even without fans in the stands.
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Trubisky 2 TD passes, Barkley hurt as Bears edge Giants
CHICAGO (AP) — Mitchell Trubisky threw two touchdown passes and the Chicago Bears hung on to beat the New York Giants 17-13 on Sunday.
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Means strikes out 12; Orioles halt Rays' surge with 2-1 win
BALTIMORE (AP) — Denied a five-game sweep and a chance to lengthen their lead in the AL East, the Tampa Bay Rays took consolation in receiving another fine performance from a member of their impressive rotation.
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Tadej Pogacar wins COVID-defying Tour de France
PARIS (AP) — In a stunning performance for the ages, Tour de France rookie Tadej Pogacar won cycling’s showpiece race Sunday on the eve of his 22nd birthday, becoming the second-youngest winner of the 117-year-old event that this year braved — and overcame — France’s worsening coronavirus epidemic.
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Leader Saint-Étienne draws at Nantes, Mbappé stars for PSG
PARIS (AP) — French league leader Saint-Étienne wasted a two-goal lead and a chance for a fourth straight win when it drew 2-2 at Nantes on Sunday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Bears agree to 3-year contract extension with RB Cohen
CHICAGO (AP) — The Chicago Bears have agreed to a three-year contract extension with running back and return specialist Tarik Cohen.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Alabama coordinator expects better from Crimson Tide defense
Pete Golding doesn’t make excuses for Alabama’s uncharacteristic defensive shortcomings last season, and he probably could.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Pogacar riding to victory at COVID-defying Tour de France
PARIS (AP) — Riding high on a performance for the ages, 21-year-old Tour de France rookie Tadej Pogacar was cruising into Paris with the race leader's iconic yellow jersey Sunday, on his way to becoming the youngest post-war winner of the showpiece event that braved, and overcame, France’s worsening coronavirus …
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Leipzig starts Bundesliga campaign with 3-1 win over Mainz
BERLIN (AP) — Leipzig eased to a 3-1 win over Mainz to start its second Bundesliga campaign under coach Julian Nagelsmann on Sunday.
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Second City? White Sox, Cubs close in on division titles
CHICAGO (AP) — Powered by the steady presence of José Abreu, the White Sox revival is roaring on the South Side.
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Knox, Wells help Marshall beat No. 23 Appalachian State 17-7
HUNTINGTON, W.Va. (AP) — Marshall coach Doc Holliday and his young quarterback saw the two injured Appalachian State players on the ground after a collision. So they knew what to do next.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
College basketball bubbles brewing with season on horizon
INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — With the coronavirus pandemic already forcing changes for college basketball, a bubble may be brewing in Indianapolis.
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Person, NC State hold on to beat Wake Forest 45-42 in opener
RALEIGH, N.C. (AP) — Ricky Person Jr. scored the short go-ahead touchdown with 5:51 left to help North Carolina State edge Wake Forest 45-42 on Saturday night in the Wolfpack’s delayed season debut.
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Disjointed and overrun, Man Utd slumps to loss on EPL return
Manchester United began its Premier League campaign with a performance as disjointed as its offseason.
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Trout, Ohtani put Angels past Rangers 4-3 for 3rd straight W
ANAHEIM, Calif. (AP) — Mike Trout delivered a tiebreaking RBI single in the eighth inning, and the Los Angeles Angels rebounded from a rough start for their third straight victory, 4-3 over the Texas Rangers on Saturday night.
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Dream debut for Truffert as Rennes beats Monaco to go 1st
PARIS (AP) — Teenage defender Adrien Truffert had a dream debut on Saturday, coming off the bench to set up the equalizer and score the winner as Rennes beat Monaco 2-1 to move top of the French league.
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Unlikely scorers for Stars again to win Stanley Cup opener
Joel Hanley had never scored a goal in the NHL until Game 1 of the Stanley Cup for the Dallas Stars.
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First Native American racer blazes trail at Tour de France
LE PECQ, France (AP) — A late draft to the Tour de France, Neilson Powless didn’t have time to scramble together a turtle necklace, the spirit animal of his Native American tribe, or paint one of their wampum bead belts on the frame of the bike that he's ridden for …
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Bobo: Consistency earned Hill starting Gamecocks QB job
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — Collin Hill has never backed away from a challenge, especially if it meant getting back on the field at his home state university.
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Ex-Padres France, Torrens keep San Diego from clinching
SAN DIEGO (AP) — The San Diego Padres have waited 14 years to get back to the playoffs, so standing by for at least one more day without clinching won't hurt anything.
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'Grateful' - Players celebrate Big Ten's reversal on season
COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) — When Ohio State quarterback Justin Fields gathered with some of his teammates last Saturday to watch college football on TV, the mood was dark.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Wait a minute: Stars Wade, Davis decide to return to Ohio St
COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) — Two of Ohio State’s biggest stars, cornerback Shaun Wade and guard Wyatt Davis, are opting back in for the 2020 football season.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
No. 17 Miami runs past No. 18 Louisville 47-34 in ACC opener
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (AP) — D'Eriq King threw three touchdown passes and No. 17 Miami used big plays to beat No. 18 Louisville 47-34 on Saturday night in the Atlantic Coast Conference opener for both teams.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Hafley makes debut as Boston College travels to Duke
New Boston College coach Jeff Hafley had to wait an extra week in the schedule to make his debut with the Eagles while most of the Atlantic Coast Conference got to play opening games.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Happ, Frazier lift Yanks over Red Sox for 10th straight win
BOSTON (AP) — Less than two weeks removed from a slide that threatened to derail their season, the New York Yankees are on the cusp of another postseason berth.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
No. 25 Pitt overcomes mistakes, slips by Syracuse 21-10
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Pittsburgh coach Pat Narduzzi watched the Panthers put together a nearly flawless practice last Tuesday, one so close to perfect that Narduzzi admitted he practically had to invent something to complain about.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Lawrence, No. 1 Clemson overwhelm The Citadel 49-0
CLEMSON, S.C. (AP) — Trevor Lawrence threw nine passes Saturday. Three of them went for touchdowns.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Streaking Rays beat Orioles 3-1 to maintain lead in AL East
BALTIMORE (AP) — It's the time of year when teams in contention start scoreboard watching, a trait that rings true even during a shortened 60-game season played in empty ballparks.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Navy stages school-record comeback, stuns Tulane 27-24
NEW ORLEANS (AP) — Cameron Kinley's interception near his own goal line kept Navy's 24-point hole from getting deeper and set the stage for previously benched quarterback Dalen Morris to win back his job by helping the Midshipmen stage a historic rally.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
8 of 10 Premier League matches this weekend streamed in US
NEW YORK (AP) — NBC moved eight of this weekend’s 10 Premier League matches to its online streaming service Peacock behind a pay wall because it wanted to broadcast golf's U.S. Open and the Tour de France on its television networks.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Tim Anderson homers twice, White Sox overpower Reds 5-0
CINCINNATI (AP) — Tim Anderson hit two of Chicago's five solo homers, and the White Sox — already guaranteed a playoff spot — took another step toward the AL Central title by overpowering the Cincinnati Reds 5-0 on Saturday night.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Gabriel throws 4 TD passes, No. 14 UCF beats Ga Tech 49-21
ATLANTA (AP) — Dillon Gabriel made sure Central Florida didn't let another game slip away on the road.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Ex-Padres France, Torrens keep San Diego from clinching
SAN DIEGO (AP) — The San Diego Padres have waited 14 years to get back to the playoffs, so standing by for at least one more day without clinching won't hurt anything.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Person, NC State hold on to beat Wake Forest 45-42 in opener
RALEIGH, N.C. (AP) — Ricky Person Jr. scored the short go-ahead touchdown with 5:51 left to help North Carolina State edge Wake Forest 45-42 on Saturday night in the Wolfpack’s delayed season debut.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Trout, Ohtani put Angels past Rangers 4-3 for 3rd straight W
ANAHEIM, Calif. (AP) — Mike Trout delivered a tiebreaking RBI single in the eighth inning, and the Los Angeles Angels rebounded from a rough start for their third straight victory, 4-3 over the Texas Rangers on Saturday night.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
No. 17 Miami runs past No. 18 Louisville 47-34 in ACC opener
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (AP) — D'Eriq King threw three touchdown passes and No. 17 Miami used big plays to beat No. 18 Louisville 47-34 on Saturday night in the Atlantic Coast Conference opener for both teams.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Happ, Frazier lift Yanks over Red Sox for 10th straight win
BOSTON (AP) — Less than two weeks removed from a slide that threatened to derail their season, the New York Yankees are on the cusp of another postseason berth.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Streaking Rays beat Orioles 3-1 to maintain lead in AL East
BALTIMORE (AP) — It's the time of year when teams in contention start scoreboard watching, a trait that rings true even during a shortened 60-game season played in empty ballparks.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Unlikely scorers for Stars again to win Stanley Cup opener
Joel Hanley had never scored a goal in the NHL until Game 1 of the Stanley Cup for the Dallas Stars.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Tim Anderson homers twice, White Sox overpower Reds 5-0
CINCINNATI (AP) — Tim Anderson hit two of Chicago's five solo homers, and the White Sox — already guaranteed a playoff spot — took another step toward the AL Central title by overpowering the Cincinnati Reds 5-0 on Saturday night.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Lawrence, No. 1 Clemson overwhelm The Citadel 49-0
CLEMSON, S.C. (AP) — Trevor Lawrence threw nine passes Saturday. Three of them went for touchdowns.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Gabriel throws 4 TD passes, No. 14 UCF beats Ga Tech 49-21
ATLANTA (AP) — Dillon Gabriel made sure Central Florida didn't let another game slip away on the road.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Knox, Wells help Marshall beat No. 23 Appalachian State 17-7
HUNTINGTON, W.Va. (AP) — Marshall coach Doc Holliday and his young quarterback saw the two injured Appalachian State players on the ground after a collision. So they knew what to do next.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Navy stages school-record comeback, stuns Tulane 27-24
NEW ORLEANS (AP) — Cameron Kinley's interception near his own goal line kept Navy's 24-point hole from getting deeper and set the stage for previously benched quarterback Dalen Morris to win back his job by helping the Midshipmen stage a historic rally.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Dream debut for Truffert as Rennes beats Monaco to go 1st
PARIS (AP) — Teenage defender Adrien Truffert had a dream debut on Saturday, coming off the bench to set up the equalizer and score the winner as Rennes beat Monaco 2-1 to move top of the French league.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Disjointed and overrun, Man Utd slumps to loss on EPL return
Manchester United began its Premier League campaign with a performance as disjointed as its offseason.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Navy erases 24-point deficit, stuns Tulane 27-24
NEW ORLEANS (AP) — Jamale Carothers rushed for 125 yards, Bijan Nichols kicked a 33-yard field goal as time expired, and Navy staged a school-record 24-point comeback in the second half to beat Tulane 27-24 on Saturday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Dortmund beats Gladbach 3-0 as fans return in Bundesliga
BERLIN (AP) — Youngsters Gio Reyna and Erling Haaland scored as Borussia Dortmund started its Bundesliga campaign with a 3-0 win over Borussia Mönchengladbach on Saturday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
No. 25 Pitt overcomes mistakes, slips by Syracuse 21-10
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Pittsburgh coach Pat Narduzzi watched the Panthers put together a nearly flawless practice last Tuesday, one so close to perfect that Narduzzi admitted he practically had to invent something to complain about.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Promoted Lens beats Bordeaux 2-1 for 3rd win in 4 games
PARIS (AP) — Promoted Lens continued its surprisingly strong start to the season by beating Bordeaux 2-1 at home on Saturday in the French league for a third win in four games.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Bale back at 'special club' Tottenham to reignite career
Seven years after leaving for a world-record fee to Real Madrid, Gareth Bale is back at Tottenham in a bid to reignite his career.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Liverpool signs Diogo Jota from Wolves to strengthen attack
Premier League champion Liverpool signed Portugal forward Diogo Jota from Wolverhampton on Saturday, adding depth to its attacking options in a congested season.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Fans return to Bundesliga games for first time since March
BERLIN (AP) — Supporters returned to the Bundesliga for the first time since coronavirus restrictions began in March but none of them saw their teams win opening games of the new season on Saturday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
First Native American racer blazes trail at Tour de France
LE PECQ, France (AP) — A late draft to the Tour de France, Neilson Powless didn’t have time to scramble together a turtle necklace, the spirit animal of his Native American tribe, or paint one of their wampum bead belts on the frame of the bike that he's ridden for …
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Lightning's Stamkos ruled out for start of Stanley Cup Final
Captain Steven Stamkos is out, Brayden Point is hurting and Anthony Cirelli is hobbling, too.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Cardinals sweep Pirates to gain ground in playoff push
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Dylan Carlson's first taste of the big leagues didn't go as planned. The St. Louis Cardinals' top prospect hit just .169 in 23 games before being sent to the team's alternate camp earlier this month in hopes of finding a reset.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
College basketball bubbles brewing with season on horizon
INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — With the coronavirus pandemic already forcing changes for college basketball, a bubble may be brewing in Indianapolis.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Betts, Dodgers set season high for runs, rout Rox 15-6
DENVER (AP) — For his prodigious power, the 5-foot-9 Mookie Betts credits listening to his parents in the backyard.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Silent in Seattle: Noisy Seahawks fans absent for opener
RENTON, Wash. (AP) — For a normal Sunday night game in Seattle, the fans would start showing up in the morning, giving themselves plenty of time to find parking and begin their preparations for the evening’s festivities.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Man City star Aguero out for up to 2 months, Guardiola says
Manchester City striker Sergio Aguero could be out for up to two months as he recovers his fitness after surgery on his left knee injury, manager Pep Guardiola said.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Rays OF Meadows placed on injured list; could miss playoffs
BALTIMORE (AP) — Tampa Bay Rays outfielder Austin Meadows was placed on the 10-day injured list Friday with an oblique strain that will keep him sidelined into the postseason.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Sims looks to lead Ga Tech to another upset vs No. 14 UCF
ATLANTA (AP) — Jeff Sims hardly looked like a freshman in his first college game.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Nottingham's slam helps Brewers rally to beat Royals 9-5
MILWAUKEE (AP) — Jacob Nottingham hit a grand slam and Orlando Arcia added a three-run shot as the Milwaukee Brewers rallied from an early four-run deficit and beat the Kansas City Royals 9-5 on Friday night.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Yankees rally, beat Bosox 6-5 in 12 for 9th straight win
BOSTON (AP) — The New York Yankees' bats arrived just in time to help extend their longest win streak of the season.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Brewers' bench coach Murphy rejoins team after heart attack
MILWAUKEE (AP) — Milwaukee Brewers bench coach Pat Murphy has rejoined the team just over six weeks after having a heart attack at Miller Park.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Bobo: Consistency earned Hill starting Gamecocks QB job
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — Collin Hill has never backed away from a challenge, especially if it meant getting back on the field at his home state university.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Winker homers, Reds beat White Sox 7-1 for 6th in a row
CINCINNATI (AP) — The Reds hitter in the deepest slump kept their winning streak going.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Machado, Paddack lead Padres over Mariners, 6-1
SAN DIEGO (AP) — While Fernando Tatis Jr. cools down, Manny Machado is heating up as the San Diego Padres close in on their first playoff berth in 14 seasons.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Pandemic disrupting FIFA's World Cup, Club World Cup program
GENEVA (AP) — The coronavirus pandemic has forced one edition of FIFA's Club World Cup to be postponed, is pushing back another, and causing concern about delays to 2022 World Cup qualifying games.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
'Grateful' - Players celebrate Big Ten's reversal on season
COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) — When Ohio State quarterback Justin Fields gathered with some of his teammates last Saturday to watch college football on TV, the mood was dark.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Wait a minute: Stars Wade, Davis decide to return to Ohio St
COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) — Two of Ohio State’s biggest stars, cornerback Shaun Wade and guard Wyatt Davis, are opting back in for the 2020 football season.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
No. 25 Pitt prepping for sterner test against Syracuse
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Pittsburgh coach Pat Narduzzi isn't exactly thrilled the Panthers cracked the rankings following a 55-0 dismissal of Austin Peay in their season opener. Even in a year as strange as 2020, it carries significance. It also means, in some small way, that No. 25 Pitt goes from …
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Hafley makes debut as Boston College travels to Duke
New Boston College coach Jeff Hafley had to wait an extra week in the schedule to make his debut with the Eagles while most of the Atlantic Coast Conference got to play opening games.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Bayern routs Schalke 8-0 in record win for Bundesliga opener
BERLIN (AP) — The new Bundesliga began in an empty stadium on Friday with eight-time defending champion Bayern Munich routing Schalke 8-0 for a record in the league's opening match.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
No. 13 Cincinnati opens vs Austin Peay team finishing up
CINCINNATI (AP) — Luke Fickell turned down Michigan State's coaching job in February, content to stay in a place where his family is comfortable and the football team is on the rise. After a delay because of the pandemic, Cincinnati's coach gets to show off what made him stick around.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
NC State hosts Wake Forest in Wolfpack's delayed debut
RALEIGH, N.C. (AP) — North Carolina State spent a week watching other Atlantic Coast Conference teams play after having its original opening game postponed amid coronavirus clusters involving Wolfpack athletes and elsewhere on campus.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Pujols 2 HRs, passes Mays for 5th place, Angels beat Rangers
ANAHEIM, Calif. (AP) — Albert Pujols needed nearly five weeks to tie Willie Mays for fifth place on the career home run list. It took only five days for the Los Angeles Angels slugger to pass him.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Harper rallies Phils past Blue Jays to sweep doubleheader
PHILADELPHIA (AP) — Bryce Harper was clutch — again.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Aranda delayed Baylor debut in unexpected SWC reunion vs UH
WACO, Texas (AP) — Dave Aranda will make his delayed debut as Baylor's coach in a quickly arranged and unexpected reunion of old Southwest Conference rivals.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Stanley Cup: Stars and Lightning turn defense into offense
This was already going to be an unusual Stanley Cup, and it now has a matchup for all of those who like their games to be a bit defensive.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
8 of 10 Premier League matches this weekend streamed in US
NEW YORK (AP) — NBC moved eight of this weekend’s 10 Premier League matches to its online streaming service Peacock behind a pay wall because it wanted to broadcast golf's U.S. Open and the Tour de France on its television networks.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Glasnow fans 10 in 5 innings to help Rays beat Orioles 2-1
BALTIMORE (AP) — Tyler Glasnow struck out 10 over five innings to help the Tampa Bay Rays beat Alex Cobb and the Baltimore Orioles 2-1 Friday night.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Miami, Louisville meet in ACC showdown of ranked teams
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (AP) — Impressive season-opening victories by No. 17 Miami and No. 18 Louisville has the schools ranked — maybe sooner than some expected.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Pujols passes Mays for 5th on HR list with No. 661, adds 662
ANAHEIM, Calif. (AP) — Los Angeles Angels slugger Albert Pujols passed Willie Mays for fifth place on the career home run list, hitting No. 661 on Friday night against Texas.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Two-time champ Wright hopeful Nova gets full Big East slate
PHILADELPHIA (AP) — Jay Wright at last has some answers on when Villanova will start its season and try for its third national championship since 2016.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Anderson's 3 HRs help Marlins earn split against Nats, 14-3
MIAMI (AP) — Brian Anderson circled the bases so quickly after his second home run Friday that he nearly overtook Jesus Aguilar, who playfully motioned his teammate to slow down.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
AP source: Woods gets 4-year, $68M extension with LA Rams
LOS ANGELES (AP) — A person with knowledge of the deal says receiver Robert Woods has agreed to a four-year contract extension worth up to $68 million with the Los Angeles Rams.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Betts, Dodgers set season high for runs, rout Rox 15-6
DENVER (AP) — For his prodigious power, the 5-foot-9 Mookie Betts credits listening to his parents in the backyard.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Machado, Paddack lead Padres over Mariners, 6-1
SAN DIEGO (AP) — While Fernando Tatis Jr. cools down, Manny Machado is heating up as the San Diego Padres close in on their first playoff berth in 14 seasons.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Pujols 2 HRs, passes Mays for 5th place, Angels beat Rangers
ANAHEIM, Calif. (AP) — Albert Pujols needed nearly five weeks to tie Willie Mays for fifth place on the career home run list. It took only five days for the Los Angeles Angels slugger to pass him.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Yankees rally, beat Bosox 6-5 in 12 for 9th straight win
BOSTON (AP) — The New York Yankees' bats arrived just in time to help extend their longest win streak of the season.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Bellinger, Dodgers set season high for runs, rout Rox 15-6
DENVER (AP) — Cody Bellinger, Mookie Betts and Gavin Lux homered and the Los Angeles Dodgers set a season high for runs, romping past the Colorado Rockies 15-6 Friday night to move closer to clinching their eighth straight NL West title.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Nottingham's slam helps Brewers rally to beat Royals 9-5
MILWAUKEE (AP) — Jacob Nottingham hit a grand slam and Orlando Arcia added a three-run shot as the Milwaukee Brewers rallied from an early four-run deficit and beat the Kansas City Royals 9-5 on Friday night.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Pujols passes Mays for 5th on HR list with No. 661, adds 662
ANAHEIM, Calif. (AP) — Los Angeles Angels slugger Albert Pujols passed Willie Mays for fifth place on the career home run list, hitting No. 661 on Friday night against Texas.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Anderson's 3 HRs help Marlins earn split against Nats, 14-3
MIAMI (AP) — Brian Anderson circled the bases so quickly after his second home run Friday that he nearly overtook Jesus Aguilar, who playfully motioned his teammate to slow down.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Angels' Pujols passes Mays for 5th on HR list with No. 661
ANAHEIM, Calif. (AP) — Los Angeles Angels slugger Albert Pujols passed Willie Mays for fifth place on the career home run list, hitting No. 661 on Friday night against Texas.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Harper rallies Phils past Blue Jays to sweep doubleheader
PHILADELPHIA (AP) — Bryce Harper was clutch — again.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Cardinals sweep Pirates to gain ground in playoff push
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Dylan Carlson's first taste of the big leagues didn't go as planned. The St. Louis Cardinals' top prospect hit just .169 in 23 games before being sent to the team's alternate camp earlier this month in hopes of finding a reset.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Glasnow fans 10 in 5 innings to help Rays beat Orioles 2-1
BALTIMORE (AP) — Tyler Glasnow struck out 10 over five innings to help the Tampa Bay Rays beat Alex Cobb and the Baltimore Orioles 2-1 Friday night.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Winker homers, Reds beat White Sox 7-1 for 6th in a row
CINCINNATI (AP) — The Reds hitter in the deepest slump kept their winning streak going.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Lightning's Stamkos ruled out for start of Stanley Cup Final
Captain Steven Stamkos is out, Brayden Point is hurting and Anthony Cirelli is hobbling, too.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Fedde, Nats beat Marlins in 1st game of twinbill, 5-0
MIAMI (AP) — Last year’s champions must be content this year with spoiler’s role, and
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Fedde and Nats beat Marlins in 1st game of twinbill, 5-0
MIAMI (AP) — Erick Fedde allowed one hit in six innings, and the Washington Nationals beat rookie Sixto Sanchez and the Miami Marlins 5-0 in the first game of a doubleheader Friday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Brewers' bench coach Murphy rejoins team after heart attack
MILWAUKEE (AP) — Milwaukee Brewers bench coach Pat Murphy has rejoined the team just over six weeks after having a heart attack at Miller Park.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Cardinals hold off Pirates 6-5 in Game 1 of doubleheader
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Kolten Wong hit the second leadoff home run of his career, Tyler O'Neill added a two-run shot and the St. Louis Cardinals held off the Pittsburgh Pirates 6-5 in Game 1 of a doubleheader on Friday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Eflin fans 9, Harper homers, Phillies blank Blue Jays 7-0
PHILADELPHIA (AP) — Zach Eflin struck out nine in a four-hitter, Bryce Harper hit another homer and the Philadelphia Phillies beat the Toronto Blue Jays 7-0 in the first game of a doubleheader Friday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Bayern routs Schalke 8-0 in record win for Bundesliga opener
BERLIN (AP) — The new Bundesliga began in an empty stadium on Friday with eight-time defending champion Bayern Munich routing Schalke 8-0 for a record in the league's opening match.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Stanley Cup: Stars and Lightning turn defense into offense
This was already going to be an unusual Stanley Cup, and it now has a matchup for all of those who like their games to be a bit defensive.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
College basketball bubbles brewing with season on horizon
INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — With the coronavirus pandemic already forcing changes for college basketball, a bubble may be brewing in Indianapolis.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Rays OF Meadows placed on injured list; could miss playoffs
BALTIMORE (AP) — Tampa Bay Rays outfielder Austin Meadows was placed on the 10-day injured list Friday with an oblique strain that will keep him sidelined into the postseason.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
'Grateful' - Players celebrate Big Ten's reversal on season
COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) — When Ohio State quarterback Justin Fields gathered with some of his teammates last Saturday to watch college football on TV, the mood was dark.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
AP source: Woods gets 4-year, $68M extension with LA Rams
LOS ANGELES (AP) — A person with knowledge of the deal says receiver Robert Woods has agreed to a four-year contract extension worth up to $68 million with the Los Angeles Rams.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Silent in Seattle: Noisy Seahawks fans absent for opener
RENTON, Wash. (AP) — For a normal Sunday night game in Seattle, the fans would start showing up in the morning, giving themselves plenty of time to find parking and begin their preparations for the evening’s festivities.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Man City star Aguero out for up to 2 months, Guardiola says
Manchester City striker Sergio Aguero could be out for up to two months as he recovers his fitness after surgery on his left knee injury, manager Pep Guardiola said.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
8 of 10 Premier League matches this weekend streamed in US
NEW YORK (AP) — NBC moved eight of this weekend’s 10 Premier League matches to its online streaming service Peacock behind a pay wall because it wanted to broadcast golf's U.S. Open and the Tour de France on its television networks.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Pandemic disrupting FIFA's World Cup, Club World Cup program
GENEVA (AP) — The coronavirus pandemic has forced one edition of FIFA's Club World Cup to be postponed, is pushing back another, and causing concern about delays to 2022 World Cup qualifying games.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Sané stars, Bayern routs Schalke 8-0 in Bundesliga opener
BERLIN (AP) — The new Bundesliga began on Friday with eight-time defending champion Bayern Munich routing Schalke 8-0 in an empty stadium.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Steelers RB Conner: balky ankle heading in right direction
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Pittsburgh running back James Conner believes he'll be able to play on his balky left ankle on Sunday when the Steelers host Denver in their home opener.
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Browns showcase offense's huge potential in bounce-back win
CLEVELAND (AP) — The chant seemed to come out of nowhere and quickly grew louder during a replay review to see if the Browns had indeed scored on a gorgeous, play-action touchdown pass.
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61 passes! Joe Burrow carries offense but Bengals still lose
CINCINNATI (AP) — Joe Burrow was sacked three times and hit hard seven more times, roughed up by a defense that allowed the short completion while knocking the rookie quarterback around.
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Bobo: Consistency earned Hill starting Gamecocks QB job
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — Collin Hill has never backed away from a challenge, especially if it meant getting back on the field at his home state university.
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Falcons' secondary looks to avoid same mistakes vs. Cowboys
ATLANTA (AP) — Falcons defensive coordinator Raheem Morris blames himself for last week’s loss to Seattle.
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FIFA's Infantino explains his Swiss criminal case to members
GENEVA (AP) — Addressing soccer officials in 211 countries, FIFA President Gianni Infantino used their annual meeting on Friday to explain his own legal issues at home in Switzerland.
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Raiders ready for big opening act on Las Vegas Strip
LAS VEGAS (AP) — The Death Star comes alive for the first time Monday night in a prime-time debut that just a few years ago would have been unimaginable.
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Rhodes, Theilen embrace reunion weekend in Indianapolis
INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — Xavier Rhodes and Adam Thielen came to training camp together as rookies in 2013, one of them the Vikings' first-round draft pick from Florida State, the other an undrafted rookie from Minnesota State.
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Liverpool signs Thiago, adds new dimension to its midfield
Liverpool completed the signing of Thiago Alcantara from Bayern Munich on Friday, bringing in one of the world's most technically gifted players to add another dimension to the English champions' midfield.
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Subdued Guardiola tight-lipped over future move for Messi
Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola was tight-lipped Friday over whether his club would be keen to sign Lionel Messi for next season after being heavily linked with the Argentina star in the current transfer window.
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No. 23 Appalachian State faces sharp young QB at Marshall
Quarterback Grant Wells had one of the finest debuts in Marshall football history.
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Rays earn AL playoff spot with doubleheader sweep of Orioles
BALTIMORE (AP) — Having clinched a return trip to the postseason, the Tampa Bay Rays marked the occasion with a
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Copa Libertadores champion Flamengo trashed 5-0 at restart
SAO PAULO (AP) — Defending Copa Libertadores champion Flamengo of Brazil was trashed 5-0 at Ecuador's Independiente del Valle on Thursday in their first match in the tournament in six months.
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Burrow throws 3 TDs in second start but Bengals lose again
CLEVELAND (AP) — Joe Burrow's white uniform was streaked with grass stains. His right arm was intact but understandably a little sore.
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No. 17 Miami, No. 18 Louisville meet to top ACC schedule
Here are things to watch in the Atlantic Coast Conference in Week 2:
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Sims looks to lead Ga Tech to another upset vs No. 14 UCF
ATLANTA (AP) — Jeff Sims hardly looked like a freshman in his first college game.
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Chiefs look to spoil Chargers inaugural game at SoFi Stadium
INGLEWOOD, Calif. (AP) — The Los Angeles Chargers' long wait for a shiny new home ends on Sunday when they play their first game in SoFi Stadium. Their first guest though could dampen the housewarming.
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Nimmo homer in 9th rallies Mets past Phillies 10-6
PHILADELPHIA (AP) — Brandon Nimmo took a couple of slow steps and gawked at the winning homer he smacked to right.
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Saints starting receivers Thomas, Sanders miss practice
METAIRIE, La. (AP) — Two of the Saints' starting receivers, two-time All-Pro Michael Thomas and veteran Emmanuel Sanders, missed practice on Thursday, raising questions about who would replace their production in New Orleans' passing attack.
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Rendon, Trout power Angels past D-backs 7-3 in series finale
ANAHEIM, Calif. (AP) — Although the Los Angeles Angels probably will miss the playoffs for the fifth consecutive year, their offense is finally performing up to its pedigree and looking like one of the AL's best.
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Wait a minute: Stars Wade, Davis decide to return to Ohio St
COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) — Two of Ohio State’s biggest stars, cornerback Shaun Wade and guard Wyatt Davis, are opting back in for the 2020 football season.
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No. 25 Pitt prepping for sterner test against Syracuse
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Pittsburgh coach Pat Narduzzi isn't exactly thrilled the Panthers cracked the rankings following a 55-0 dismissal of Austin Peay in their season opener. Even in a year as strange as 2020, it carries significance. It also means, in some small way, that No. 25 Pitt goes from …
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Brady focused on Panthers, not subpar opening performance
TAMPA, Fla. (AP) — Tom Brady and the Tampa Bay Buccaneers expect to be better against the Carolina Panthers.
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Hafley makes debut as Boston College travels to Duke
New Boston College coach Jeff Hafley had to wait an extra week in the schedule to make his debut with the Eagles while most of the Atlantic Coast Conference got to play opening games.
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Chargers place Pouncey on IR; center will have hip surgery
COSTA MESA, Calif. (AP) — Los Angeles Chargers center Mike Pouncey has been placed on injured reserve and will miss the season because of a hip injury.
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No. 13 Cincinnati opens vs Austin Peay team finishing up
CINCINNATI (AP) — Luke Fickell turned down Michigan State's coaching job in February, content to stay in a place where his family is comfortable and the football team is on the rise. After a delay because of the pandemic, Cincinnati's coach gets to show off what made him stick around.
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NC State hosts Wake Forest in Wolfpack's delayed debut
RALEIGH, N.C. (AP) — North Carolina State spent a week watching other Atlantic Coast Conference teams play after having its original opening game postponed amid coronavirus clusters involving Wolfpack athletes and elsewhere on campus.
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Brady says little about Arians' criticism of QB's play
TAMPA, Fla. (AP) — Tom Brady had little to say Thursday in response to coach Bruce Arians’ critical assessment of the quarterback’s play during the six-time Super Bowl champion’s debut with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.
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No. 19 Louisiana-Lafayette not overlooking Georgia State
ATLANTA (AP) — Coach Billy Napier is guarded against No. 19 Louisiana-Lafayette having a letdown Saturday against Georgia State.
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Aranda delayed Baylor debut in unexpected SWC reunion vs UH
WACO, Texas (AP) — Dave Aranda will make his delayed debut as Baylor's coach in a quickly arranged and unexpected reunion of old Southwest Conference rivals.
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Big Ten teams start sprint toward unusual football season
INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — Now that the Big Ten has a rescheduled kickoff weekend, coaches and players can start the sprint to opening day.
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Miami, Louisville meet in ACC showdown of ranked teams
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (AP) — Impressive season-opening victories by No. 17 Miami and No. 18 Louisville has the schools ranked — maybe sooner than some expected.
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McVay: Rams intend to ink WR Robert Woods to extension soon
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Robert Woods is off to another strong start with the Los Angeles Rams in a career that has always exceeded expectations, and his team is planning to reward him for it.
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Two-time champ Wright hopeful Nova gets full Big East slate
PHILADELPHIA (AP) — Jay Wright at last has some answers on when Villanova will start its season and try for its third national championship since 2016.
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Citadel embraces shot at No. 1 Clemson in revamped schedule
Citadel coach Brent Thompson wasn't sure his team would ever get the chance to play this season, let alone take on the nation's top-ranked team.
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Mayfield throws 2 TD passes, Browns hold off Burrow, Bengals
CLEVELAND (AP) — Baker Mayfield found Odell Beckham Jr. and maybe some of his missing swagger.
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Loons coach Adrian Heath confronting challenging season
Adrian Heath says this is easily the most challenging season of his career.
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Burrow throws 3 TDs in second start but Bengals lose again
CLEVELAND (AP) — Joe Burrow's white uniform was streaked with grass stains. His right arm was intact but understandably a little sore.
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Burrow sharp in second NFL start but Bengals lose to Browns
CLEVELAND (AP) — Joe Burrow's uniform was streaked with grass stains. His right arm was intact but understandably a little sore.
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Nimmo homer in 9th rallies Mets past Phillies 10-6
PHILADELPHIA (AP) — Brandon Nimmo took a couple of slow steps and gawked at the winning homer he smacked to right.
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Mayfield throws 2 TD passes, Browns hold off Burrow, Bengals
CLEVELAND (AP) — Baker Mayfield found Odell Beckham Jr. and maybe some of his missing swagger.
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Copa Libertadores champion Flamengo trashed 5-0 at restart
SAO PAULO (AP) — Defending Copa Libertadores champion Flamengo of Brazil was trashed 5-0 at Ecuador's Independiente del Valle on Thursday in their first match in the tournament in six months.
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Rays earn AL playoff spot with doubleheader sweep of Orioles
BALTIMORE (AP) — Having clinched a return trip to the postseason, the Tampa Bay Rays marked the occasion with a
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Rendon, Trout power Angels past D-backs 7-3 in series finale
ANAHEIM, Calif. (AP) — Although the Los Angeles Angels probably will miss the playoffs for the fifth consecutive year, their offense is finally performing up to its pedigree and looking like one of the AL's best.
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Chiefs look to spoil Chargers inaugural game at SoFi Stadium
INGLEWOOD, Calif. (AP) — The Los Angeles Chargers' long wait for a shiny new home ends on Sunday when they play their first game in SoFi Stadium. Their first guest though could dampen the housewarming.
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Brady says little about Arians' criticism of QB's play
TAMPA, Fla. (AP) — Tom Brady had little to say Thursday in response to coach Bruce Arians’ critical assessment of the quarterback’s play during the six-time Super Bowl champion’s debut with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.
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Saints starting receivers Thomas, Sanders miss practice
METAIRIE, La. (AP) — Two of the Saints' starting receivers, two-time All-Pro Michael Thomas and veteran Emmanuel Sanders, missed practice on Thursday, raising questions about who would replace their production in New Orleans' passing attack.
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Hafley makes debut as Boston College travels to Duke
New Boston College coach Jeff Hafley had to wait an extra week in the schedule to make his debut with the Eagles while most of the Atlantic Coast Conference got to play opening games.
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Rays top Orioles 3-1 in opener to draw closer to playoffs
BALTIMORE (AP) — Michael Perez doubled and scored during the pivotal seventh inning, and the Tampa Bay Rays edged closer to a playoff berth by beating the Baltimore Orioles 3-1 Thursday in a doubleheader opener.
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Wait a minute: Stars Wade, Davis decide to return to Ohio St
COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) — Two of Ohio State’s biggest stars, cornerback Shaun Wade and guard Wyatt Davis, are opting back in for the 2020 football season.
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Brady focused on Panthers, not subpar opening performance
TAMPA, Fla. (AP) — Tom Brady and the Tampa Bay Buccaneers expect to be better against the Carolina Panthers.
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McVay: Rams intend to ink WR Robert Woods to extension soon
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Robert Woods is off to another strong start with the Los Angeles Rams in a career that has always exceeded expectations, and his team is planning to reward him for it.
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Loons coach Adrian Heath confronting challenging season
Adrian Heath says this is easily the most challenging season of his career.
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Steelers, Roethlisberger eye 2-0 start vs. Lock, Broncos
PITTSBURGH (AP) — The pain was familiar to Ben Roethlisberger.
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Old guys rule: Belichick, Carroll meet as Pats visit Hawks
SEATTLE (AP) — When Bill Belichick replaced Pete Carroll as head coach in New England 20 years ago, neither could have guessed two decades later they'd be viewed as two of the better coaches during that span.
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Steelers try to move on from flap over justice advocacy
PITTSBURGH (AP) — The Pittsburgh Steelers thought they had a plan for how to properly and respectfully make a public statement regarding social justice during their season opener against the New York Giants.
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Bears look to build on opener, Giants seek 1st win for Judge
CHICAGO (AP) — The Chicago Bears came into the season determined to show they're more like the team that won the NFC North in 2018 than the one that missed the playoffs a year ago.
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FIFA backs countries over clubs for virus-delayed WCup games
GENEVA (AP) — The governing body of South American soccer said Thursday it got assurances from FIFA that European clubs will have to release all players for national team duty when the region's World Cup qualifying starts in October.
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Taylor takes hand off as Colts, Vikings try to bounce back
INDIANANPOLIS (AP) — The Indianapolis Colts drafted Jonathan Taylor to complement their ground game.
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Talk radio criticism won't motivate Barkley against Bears
EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. (AP) — New York Giants running back Saquon Barkley is getting something new in his game — criticism.
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Two-time champ Wright hopeful Nova gets full Big East slate
PHILADELPHIA (AP) — Jay Wright at last has some answers on when Villanova will start its season and try for its third national championship since 2016.
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Chargers place Pouncey on IR; center will have hip surgery
COSTA MESA, Calif. (AP) — Los Angeles Chargers center Mike Pouncey has been placed on injured reserve and will miss the season because of a hip injury.
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Week 1 darlings Washington, Arizona meet in intriguing game
GLENDALE, Ariz. (AP) — Arizona and Washington both enter Sunday's game at State Farm Stadium with something that's been quite elusive over the past few seasons: Momentum.
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Sims looks to lead Ga Tech to another upset vs No. 14 UCF
ATLANTA (AP) — Jeff Sims hardly looked like a freshman in his first college game.
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QBs Jackson and Watson set to star as Ravens visit Texans
HOUSTON (AP) — Baltimore’s Lamar Jackson was torn when asked if he enjoys matchups such as Sunday’s against the Houston Texans and fellow talented and mobile quarterback Deshaun Watson.
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NC State hosts Wake Forest in Wolfpack's delayed debut
RALEIGH, N.C. (AP) — North Carolina State spent a week watching other Atlantic Coast Conference teams play after having its original opening game postponed amid coronavirus clusters involving Wolfpack athletes and elsewhere on campus.
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PSG's league campaign in trouble after rocky start to season
PARIS (AP) — Having been within touching distance of the European crown it so craves, and invested so much money to achieve, Paris Saint-Germain's league title defense is in danger of slipping off the rails.
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Flores and Miami seek breakthrough win against Allen's Bills
MIAMI (AP) — If Brian Flores' rebuilding project with the Miami Dolphins is to end atop the AFC East, he must find a way to beat
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Fed Cup changes name to honor tennis great Billie Jean King
The Fed Cup is changing its name to honor tennis great Billie Jean King, the woman whose lifelong battle for equality and social justice laid the foundation for generations that followed.
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Coyotes tab Armstrong as next general manager
GLENDALE, Ariz. (AP) — The Arizona Coyotes have hired St. Louis assistant GM Bill Armstrong as their next general manager.
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Aranda delayed Baylor debut in unexpected SWC reunion vs UH
WACO, Texas (AP) — Dave Aranda will make his delayed debut as Baylor's coach in a quickly arranged and unexpected reunion of old Southwest Conference rivals.
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Packers wary of Lions after uncomfortable sweep last season
GREEN BAY, Wis. (AP) — The past two games between the Green Bay Packers and Detroit Lions exemplified the biggest difference between these two teams.
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Charlotte, No. 12 UNC game canceled due to 49ers quarantine
This weekend's game between No. 12 North Carolina and Charlotte has been canceled after the 49ers announced contact tracing had depleted their offensive line with several players placed into quarantine amid the coronavirus pandemic.
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No. 25 Pitt prepping for sterner test against Syracuse
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Pittsburgh coach Pat Narduzzi isn't exactly thrilled the Panthers cracked the rankings following a 55-0 dismissal of Austin Peay in their season opener. Even in a year as strange as 2020, it carries significance. It also means, in some small way, that No. 25 Pitt goes from …
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Kings hire former Rockets executive Monte McNair as new GM
The Sacramento Kings have hired former Houston Rockets executive Monte McNair as their new general manager.
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No. 13 Cincinnati opens vs Austin Peay team finishing up
CINCINNATI (AP) — Luke Fickell turned down Michigan State's coaching job in February, content to stay in a place where his family is comfortable and the football team is on the rise. After a delay because of the pandemic, Cincinnati's coach gets to show off what made him stick around.
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No. 23 Appalachian State faces sharp young QB at Marshall
Quarterback Grant Wells had one of the finest debuts in Marshall football history.
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Miami, Louisville meet in ACC showdown of ranked teams
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (AP) — Impressive season-opening victories by No. 17 Miami and No. 18 Louisville has the schools ranked — maybe sooner than some expected.
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No. 19 Louisiana-Lafayette not overlooking Georgia State
ATLANTA (AP) — Coach Billy Napier is guarded against No. 19 Louisiana-Lafayette having a letdown Saturday against Georgia State.
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Citadel embraces shot at No. 1 Clemson in revamped schedule
Citadel coach Brent Thompson wasn't sure his team would ever get the chance to play this season, let alone take on the nation's top-ranked team.
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Investigated at home, FIFA head visits Trump, White House
GENEVA (AP) — Under investigation in his home country Switzerland, FIFA president Gianni Infantino made a third trip to the White House and met President Donald Trump since the United States became a 2026 World Cup co-host just over two years ago.
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Unchanged Real Madrid begins title defense in Spanish league
MADRID (AP) — Real Madrid is keeping most of the same players to try to win back-to-back Spanish leagues for the first time in more than a decade.
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No. 17 Miami, No. 18 Louisville meet to top ACC schedule
Here are things to watch in the Atlantic Coast Conference in Week 2:
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Tough test for tough times: US Open at haunting Winged Foot
When golfers fall asleep imagining how they’d play this course or that, they’re almost never dreaming about Winged Foot. That includes Tiger Woods. The place is a nightmare for him, too.
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ACC teams look to fix opening-week miscues for Week 2 games
North Carolina coach Mack Brown knows his team started the season with too many penalties and turnovers.
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Column: College football whiffs in tackling the coronavirus
When it came time to confront a global pandemic, we should've known college football would whiff on the tackle.
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Air Force will play Army, Navy in football this season
The Air Force Falcons will play two football games this season against fellow service academies Army and Navy.
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NCAA basketball season set to open day before Thanksgiving
The NCAA men's and women's basketball season will begin Nov. 25, the day before Thanksgiving.
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Trent Murphy shows his worth in Bills season-opening win
ORCHARD PARK, N.Y. (AP) — The mere mention of the Buffalo Bills potentially cutting Trent Murphy before the start of the season was preposterous to teammate and fellow starting defensive end Jerry Hughes.
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Receiver Darius Slayton finding end zone again for Giants
EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. (AP) — New York Giants wide receiver Darius Slayton is picking up where he left off at the end of his rookie season. He's making plays and scoring touchdowns.
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Seahawks uncertain what to expect from Newton as Pats QB
RENTON, Wash. (AP) — Pete Carroll saw what happened in the season opener as New England put the ball in the hands of new quarterback Cam Newton and he ran all over the Miami Dolphins.
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Maryland businesswoman leading launch of Japanese league
The woman leading Japan's ambitious effort to launch a professional women's soccer league lives some 6,700 miles away from where the players will ultimately take the field.
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Tired of waiting: Ohio State stars opt out, move on to draft
COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) — With the chances of the Big Ten Conference playing a football season slipping away, two of Ohio State's best players have chosen to opt out and start preparing for the NFL draft.
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Army surge shortcircuited by coronavirus
Army coach Jeff Monken has the Black Knights purring again, and all of a sudden the momentum built in two lopsided wins to start the season has been halted by the coronavirus.
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Calhoun, Peralta power Diamondbacks past Angels again, 9-6
ANAHEIM, Calif. (AP) — Kole Calhoun hit his third homer in two games against his former Angels teammates, and David Peralta homered and drove in two runs in the Arizona Diamondbacks' 9-6 victory over Los Angeles on Wednesday night.
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Dodgers 1st team to clinch playoff spot, beat Padres 7-5
SAN DIEGO (AP) — While the Los Angeles Dodgers are regular participants in postseason baseball, there was something unusual about becoming the first team in the pandemic-shortened season to clinch a berth in the expanded playoffs.
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'Real confidence' helps Adams succeed as Rodgers' top target
The age gap separating Green Bay Packers quarterback Aaron Rodgers and wide receiver Davante Adams was evident from one way they communicated this week.
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Draxler scores late on PSG scrapes 1-0 home win against Metz
Julian Draxler's header deep into stoppage time gave Paris Saint-Germain a 1-0 home win against Metz and spared the defending champion a fourth straight match without scoring.
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Fiers, lights-out bullpen help Athletics beat Rockies 3-1
DENVER (AP) — Mike Fiers threw six sharp innings before turning it over to a lights-out bullpen and the Oakland Athletics snapped a six-game skid against the Colorado Rockies with a 3-1 win Wednesday.
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Tennessee guard confident he's safer than others on campus
Trey Smith has dealt with blood clots, which threatened to derail his college career. The preseason All-American also has done his homework and knows blood clots are among the potential side effects of COVID-19.
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Big 12 feeling blue after 0-3 weekend against Sun Belt
LAWRENCE, Kan. (AP) — Maybe the Big 12 Conference should have followed the lead of the Big Ten and Pac-12 and opted out of playing college football this fall.
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No. 5 Florida counting on early help from several newcomers
GAINESVILLE, Fla. (AP) — Florida coach Dan Mullen will finally provide a peek into his program next week, just a few days before the team's season opener at Ole Miss.
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Smart: Georgia's starting QB likely a game-time decision
ATLANTA (AP) — Georgia still hasn’t decided on a new starting quarterback, and coach Kirby Smart said Tuesday he will likely wait until the season opener to reveal who earned the job.
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Big Ten's cardiac registry aims to study effects of COVID-19
ANN ARBOR, Mich. (AP) — The Big Ten’s plan to play football this fall includes trying to save lives in the future.
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No. 1 Clemson building depth with highly touted newcomers
Like college coaches around the nation, Clemson's Dabo Swinney is always looking to build on his team's depth. That wasn't hard to do in the top-ranked Tigers opener as several highly-regarded freshmen played early and often in a win against Wake Forest.
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Syracuse coach Dino Babers hoping to see improvement
One game into the season, Syracuse coach Dino Babers isn't sure what kind of team he has.
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Hamels yields 3 runs in Braves debut, a 5-1 loss to Orioles
BALTIMORE (AP) — Cole Hamels could have easily dismissed the results, attributing the lackluster numbers in his Atlanta Braves debut to rustiness after an unaccustomed layoff.
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Orgeron: Most LSU players have had, recovered from COVID-19
Most of LSU's football players have contracted and recovered from COVID-19, coach Ed Orgeron said Tuesday, leaving the coaching staff hopeful those players will remain eligible to play the bulk of the season before they have to be tested again.
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Even with Leonard and George, Clippers stall in playoffs
LOS ANGELES (AP) — The more things changed for the Los Angeles Clippers, the more they stayed the same.
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Chargers' Williams looks to continue as big-play receiver
COSTA MESA, Calif. (AP) — Mike Williams is soft-spoken during interviews, but his knack for making flashy plays has made him one of the top deep threats in the NFL.
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Burrow, Bengals hit road vs Browns on NFL's 100th birthday
CLEVELAND (AP) — Joe Burrow's childhood was pretty much the same as every other boy raised in football-obsessed Ohio, the NFL's birthplace.
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Big Ten teams start sprint toward unusual football season
INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — Now that the Big Ten has a rescheduled kickoff weekend, coaches and players can start the sprint to opening day.
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San Diego State to play football next year in suburban LA
SAN DIEGO (AP) — San Diego State will play its football games during the spring and fall 2021 seasons at a suburban Los Angeles soccer stadium and will raze 70,000-seat SDCCU Stadium earlier than planned to expedite construction of its new 35,000-seat venue.
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Pac-12 football plans remain in holding pattern
The Pac-12 took a significant step toward joining the Big Ten in playing football in the fall, getting clearance to hold full-fledged practices from the states of California and Oregon.
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Gibson throws 4-hitter as Rangers edge Astros 1-0
HOUSTON (AP) — Kyle Gibson threw a four-hitter and Joey Gallo hit a ground-rule RBI double with two outs in the ninth inning to lift the Texas Rangers over the Houston Astros 1-0 on Wednesday night.
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DeGrom exits with hamstring spasm, Mets rally past Phils 5-4
PHILADELPHIA (AP) — Jacob deGrom's balky hamstring forced an untimely exit Wednesday night. Now, the New York Mets ace hopes it won't mean an early end to his season.
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Virus removes Brazilian referee from Copa Libertadores match
SAO PAULO (AP) — The referee for the Copa Libertadores clash Thursday between Argentina’s Racing and Uruguay’s Nacional was replaced after testing positive for COVID-19.
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Higashioka hits 3 of Yanks' 7 HRs in 13-2 romp vs Blue Jays
NEW YORK (AP) — Kyle Higashioka was as surprised as anyone.
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Robinson expects to stay with Bears for rest of season
Star receiver Allen Robinson said he expects to remain with the Chicago Bears the rest of the season, though he wouldn't say if he requested a trade.
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Hokies' Fuente: Postponing Virginia game was 'right call'
Virginia Tech coach Justin Fuente said he takes the impact of the coronavirus pandemic personally and that he supports team medical experts who say it was the “exact right call” to postpone the Hokies' scheduled upcoming game against Virginia.
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Calhoun, Peralta power Diamondbacks past Angels again, 9-6
ANAHEIM, Calif. (AP) — Kole Calhoun hit his third homer in two games against his former Angels teammates, and David Peralta homered and drove in two runs in the Arizona Diamondbacks' 9-6 victory over Los Angeles on Wednesday night.
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Gibson throws 4-hitter as Rangers edge Astros 1-0
HOUSTON (AP) — Kyle Gibson threw a four-hitter and Joey Gallo hit a ground-rule RBI double with two outs in the ninth inning to lift the Texas Rangers over the Houston Astros 1-0 on Wednesday night.
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DeGrom exits with hamstring spasm, Mets rally past Phils 5-4
PHILADELPHIA (AP) — Jacob deGrom's balky hamstring forced an untimely exit Wednesday night. Now, the New York Mets ace hopes it won't mean an early end to his season.
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Hamels yields 3 runs in Braves debut, a 5-1 loss to Orioles
BALTIMORE (AP) — Cole Hamels could have easily dismissed the results, attributing the lackluster numbers in his Atlanta Braves debut to rustiness after an unaccustomed layoff.
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Higashioka hits 3 of Yanks' 7 HRs in 13-2 romp vs Blue Jays
NEW YORK (AP) — Kyle Higashioka was as surprised as anyone.
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Virus removes Brazilian referee from Copa Libertadores match
SAO PAULO (AP) — The referee for the Copa Libertadores clash Thursday between Argentina’s Racing and Uruguay’s Nacional was replaced after testing positive for COVID-19.
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Robinson expects to stay with Bears for rest of season
Star receiver Allen Robinson said he expects to remain with the Chicago Bears the rest of the season, though he wouldn't say if he requested a trade.
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Chargers' Williams looks to continue as big-play receiver
COSTA MESA, Calif. (AP) — Mike Williams is soft-spoken during interviews, but his knack for making flashy plays has made him one of the top deep threats in the NFL.
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Dodgers 1st team to clinch playoff spot, beat Padres 7-5
SAN DIEGO (AP) — While the Los Angeles Dodgers are regular participants in postseason baseball, there was something unusual about becoming the first team in the pandemic-shortened season to clinch a berth in the expanded playoffs.
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Trent Murphy shows his worth in Bills season-opening win
ORCHARD PARK, N.Y. (AP) — The mere mention of the Buffalo Bills potentially cutting Trent Murphy before the start of the season was preposterous to teammate and fellow starting defensive end Jerry Hughes.
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Receiver Darius Slayton finding end zone again for Giants
EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. (AP) — New York Giants wide receiver Darius Slayton is picking up where he left off at the end of his rookie season. He's making plays and scoring touchdowns.
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Seahawks uncertain what to expect from Newton as Pats QB
RENTON, Wash. (AP) — Pete Carroll saw what happened in the season opener as New England put the ball in the hands of new quarterback Cam Newton and he ran all over the Miami Dolphins.
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Column: College football whiffs in tackling the coronavirus
When it came time to confront a global pandemic, we should've known college football would whiff on the tackle.
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NCAA basketball season set to open day before Thanksgiving
The NCAA men's and women's basketball season will begin Nov. 25, the day before Thanksgiving.
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Big Ten's cardiac registry aims to study effects of COVID-19
ANN ARBOR, Mich. (AP) — The Big Ten’s plan to play football this fall includes trying to save lives in the future.
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Fiers, lights-out bullpen help Athletics beat Rockies 3-1
DENVER (AP) — Mike Fiers threw six sharp innings before turning it over to a lights-out bullpen and the Oakland Athletics snapped a six-game skid against the Colorado Rockies with a 3-1 win Wednesday.
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Maryland businesswoman leading launch of Japanese league
The woman leading Japan's ambitious effort to launch a professional women's soccer league lives some 6,700 miles away from where the players will ultimately take the field.
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Draxler scores late on PSG scrapes 1-0 home win against Metz
Julian Draxler's header deep into stoppage time gave Paris Saint-Germain a 1-0 home win against Metz and spared the defending champion a fourth straight match without scoring.
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Rhule: Panthers need to pressure 'iconic' QB Tom Brady
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) — Carolina coach Matt Rhule knows if the Panthers are to win their first game Sunday, they will have pressure “iconic quarterback” Tom Brady and not allow him to sit in the pocket and pick their defense apart.
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Rivers looks to rebound from 2 interceptions in Colts opener
INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — Throwing two interceptions and missing an open receiver for a potential touchdown will never cut it in Philip Rivers' world.
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Even with Leonard and George, Clippers stall in playoffs
LOS ANGELES (AP) — The more things changed for the Los Angeles Clippers, the more they stayed the same.
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United front? Villanueva's choice surprises teammates
PITTSBURGH (AP) — The Pittsburgh Steelers stressed the need for unity as the team weighed how to properly promote social justice.
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Ravens TE Mark Andrews scores big on throws from MVP Jackson
Mark Andrews’ sure hands and knack for finding the end zone have made him the favorite target of Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson, who instinctively homes in on the versatile tight end when pressured in the pocket.
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Pac-12 football plans remain in holding pattern
The Pac-12 took a significant step toward joining the Big Ten in playing football in the fall, getting clearance to hold full-fledged practices from the states of California and Oregon.
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Chiefs offensive line crucial part of dynamic attack
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — The first player to opt out of the NFL season due to the coronavirus pandemic this was season was Chiefs guard Laurent Duvernay-Tardif, though the Super Bowl champions figured they could absorb that blow relatively easily.
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Burrow, Bengals hit road vs Browns on NFL's 100th birthday
CLEVELAND (AP) — Joe Burrow's childhood was pretty much the same as every other boy raised in football-obsessed Ohio, the NFL's birthplace.
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Rockies starter Jon Gray out for season with sore shoulder
DENVER (AP) — The Colorado Rockies have shut down starter Jon Gray for the season due to a sore right shoulder.
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Werner settling in at Chelsea ahead of visit of Liverpool
If the world had not been gripped by a pandemic, Timo Werner might easily have been walking out in a red jersey when Chelsea meets Liverpool in the first blockbuster match in the Premier League on Sunday.
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ACC teams look to fix opening-week miscues for Week 2 games
North Carolina coach Mack Brown knows his team started the season with too many penalties and turnovers.
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Bills injured linebackers Milano, Edmunds miss practice
ORCHARD PARK, N.Y. (AP) — Bills starting linebackers Matt Milano and Tremaine Edmunds missed practice Wednesday, and their availability is uncertain for Buffalo’s game at the Miami Dolphins on Sunday.
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Jeannette Belichick, mother of Patriots' coach, dies at 98
Jeannette Belichick, the mother of New England Patriots coach Bill Belichick, has died. She was 98.
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New York Giants off to shaky start under new coach Joe Judge
EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. (AP) — If New York Giants fans were hoping for a quick turnaround under new coach Joe Judge, it might be time to reevaluate.
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Disconnect: Mayfield to OBJ still not clicking for Browns
CLEVELAND (AP) — Same team, same offense, same huddle. Different pages.
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Air Force will play Army, Navy in football this season
The Air Force Falcons will play two football games this season against fellow service academies Army and Navy.
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Miguel Cabrera homers to help Tigers beat Royals 6-0
DETROIT (AP) — Miguel Cabrera
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Tired of waiting: Ohio State stars opt out, move on to draft
COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) — With the chances of the Big Ten Conference playing a football season slipping away, two of Ohio State's best players have chosen to opt out and start preparing for the NFL draft.
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Army surge shortcircuited by coronavirus
Army coach Jeff Monken has the Black Knights purring again, and all of a sudden the momentum built in two lopsided wins to start the season has been halted by the coronavirus.
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Arrieta exits with injury, Phillies beat Mets 4-1
PHILADELPHIA (AP) — Jake Arrieta promised he'd be ready for the postseason, or sooner. Now the Philadelphia Phillies have to get there.
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Tennessee guard confident he's safer than others on campus
Trey Smith has dealt with blood clots, which threatened to derail his college career. The preseason All-American also has done his homework and knows blood clots are among the potential side effects of COVID-19.
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Big 12 feeling blue after 0-3 weekend against Sun Belt
LAWRENCE, Kan. (AP) — Maybe the Big 12 Conference should have followed the lead of the Big Ten and Pac-12 and opted out of playing college football this fall.
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No. 5 Florida counting on early help from several newcomers
GAINESVILLE, Fla. (AP) — Florida coach Dan Mullen will finally provide a peek into his program next week, just a few days before the team's season opener at Ole Miss.
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Smart: Georgia's starting QB likely a game-time decision
ATLANTA (AP) — Georgia still hasn’t decided on a new starting quarterback, and coach Kirby Smart said Tuesday he will likely wait until the season opener to reveal who earned the job.
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No. 1 Clemson building depth with highly touted newcomers
Like college coaches around the nation, Clemson's Dabo Swinney is always looking to build on his team's depth. That wasn't hard to do in the top-ranked Tigers opener as several highly-regarded freshmen played early and often in a win against Wake Forest.
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Without fall playoffs, FCS schools missing a top attraction
As the college football season ramps up in three major conferences and among other programs scattered across the country, there will be a void at the Football Championship Subdivision level -- very few games and no scheduled playoffs.
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Syracuse coach Dino Babers hoping to see improvement
One game into the season, Syracuse coach Dino Babers isn't sure what kind of team he has.
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Stars overcame major stumbles to reach Stanley Cup Final
EDMONTON, Alberta (AP) — Inside a lounge at the JW Marriott usually reserved for their meals and meetings, the Dallas Stars enjoyed a moment.
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As MLB plays on, the businesses it feeds fight for survival
The cathedrals lie empty. Wrigley. Fenway. Yankee Stadium. PNC Park. Progressive Field.
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Orgeron: Most LSU players have had, recovered from COVID-19
Most of LSU's football players have contracted and recovered from COVID-19, coach Ed Orgeron said Tuesday, leaving the coaching staff hopeful those players will remain eligible to play the bulk of the season before they have to be tested again.
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D-backs blow 7-run lead, but Peralta's HR beats Angels 9-8
ANAHEIM, Calif. (AP) — David Peralta hit a tiebreaking homer in the eighth inning, and the Arizona Diamondbacks blew a seven-run lead before rallying for a 9-8 victory over the Los Angeles Angels on Tuesday night.
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San Diego State to play football next year in suburban LA
SAN DIEGO (AP) — San Diego State will play its football games during the spring and fall 2021 seasons at a suburban Los Angeles soccer stadium and will raze 70,000-seat SDCCU Stadium earlier than planned to expedite construction of its new 35,000-seat venue.
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Burrow runs for TD but Chargers rally 16-13 over Bengals
CINCINNATI (AP) — Joe Burrow ran 23 yards for a touchdown in his NFL debut and put the Bengals in range for a dramatic, last-minute win. Instead, he ended up like so many Cincinnati quarterbacks before him, wondering what the heck just happened.
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Duvall 10th HR in Sept, Braves top Orioles, pad NL East lead
BALTIMORE (AP) — Adam Duvall tied a Braves record with his 10th homer in September, and Atlanta used the collective work of six pitchers to beat the Baltimore Orioles 5-1 Tuesday night.
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Springer and Maldonado homer, Astros beat Rangers 4-1
HOUSTON (AP) — George Springer and Martín Maldonado homered, Alex Bregman hit a go-ahead two-run single in the seventh inning and the Houston Astros got a needed 4-1 win over the Texas Rangers on Tuesday night.
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Gonsolin cools off Padres, Rios homers in Dodgers' 3-1 win
SAN DIEGO (AP) — After Tony Gonsolin quieted San Diego’s bats for seven innings, the Los Angeles Dodgers still weren't in the clear until Kenley Jansen got out of a bases-loaded jam in the ninth.
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Dunning pitches White Sox past Twins for 6th straight win
CHICAGO (AP) — Pitching in a big game during a pennant race, Dane Dunning resembled a seasoned veteran in only his fifth major league start.
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Hokies' Fuente: Postponing Virginia game was 'right call'
Virginia Tech coach Justin Fuente said he takes the impact of the coronavirus pandemic personally and that he supports team medical experts who say it was the “exact right call” to postpone the Hokies' scheduled upcoming game against Virginia.
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Army surge shortcircuited by coronavirus
Army coach Jeff Monken has the Black Knights purring again, and all of a sudden the momentum built in two lopsided wins to start the season has been halted by the coronavirus.
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D-backs blow 7-run lead, but Peralta's HR beats Angels 9-8
ANAHEIM, Calif. (AP) — David Peralta hit a tiebreaking homer in the eighth inning, and the Arizona Diamondbacks blew a seven-run lead before rallying for a 9-8 victory over the Los Angeles Angels on Tuesday night.
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Gonsolin cools off Padres, Rios homers in Dodgers' 3-1 win
SAN DIEGO (AP) — After Tony Gonsolin quieted San Diego’s bats for seven innings, the Los Angeles Dodgers still weren't in the clear until Kenley Jansen got out of a bases-loaded jam in the ninth.
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Dunning pitches White Sox past Twins for 6th straight win
CHICAGO (AP) — Pitching in a big game during a pennant race, Dane Dunning resembled a seasoned veteran in only his fifth major league start.
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Springer and Maldonado homer, Astros beat Rangers 4-1
HOUSTON (AP) — George Springer and Martín Maldonado homered, Alex Bregman hit a go-ahead two-run single in the seventh inning and the Houston Astros got a needed 4-1 win over the Texas Rangers on Tuesday night.
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Miguel Cabrera homers to help Tigers beat Royals 6-0
DETROIT (AP) — Miguel Cabrera
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Duvall 10th HR in Sept, Braves top Orioles, pad NL East lead
BALTIMORE (AP) — Adam Duvall tied a Braves record with his 10th homer in September, and Atlanta used the collective work of six pitchers to beat the Baltimore Orioles 5-1 Tuesday night.
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Arrieta exits with injury, Phillies beat Mets 4-1
PHILADELPHIA (AP) — Jake Arrieta promised he'd be ready for the postseason, or sooner. Now the Philadelphia Phillies have to get there.
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Smart: Georgia's starting QB likely a game-time decision
ATLANTA (AP) — Georgia still hasn’t decided on a new starting quarterback, and coach Kirby Smart said Tuesday he will likely wait until the season opener to reveal who earned the job.
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Orgeron: Most LSU players have had, recovered from COVID-19
Most of LSU's football players have contracted and recovered from COVID-19, coach Ed Orgeron said Tuesday, leaving the coaching staff hopeful those players will remain eligible to play the bulk of the season before they have to be tested again.
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New York Giants off to shaky start under new coach Joe Judge
EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. (AP) — If New York Giants fans were hoping for a quick turnaround under new coach Joe Judge, it might be time to reevaluate.
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Tennessee guard confident he's safer than others on campus
Trey Smith has dealt with blood clots, which threatened to derail his college career. The preseason All-American also has done his homework and knows blood clots are among the potential side effects of COVID-19.
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Disconnect: Mayfield to OBJ still not clicking for Browns
CLEVELAND (AP) — Same team, same offense, same huddle. Different pages.
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Stars overcame major stumbles to reach Stanley Cup Final
EDMONTON, Alberta (AP) — Inside a lounge at the JW Marriott usually reserved for their meals and meetings, the Dallas Stars enjoyed a moment.
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San Diego State to play football next year in suburban LA
SAN DIEGO (AP) — San Diego State will play its football games during the spring and fall 2021 seasons at a suburban Los Angeles soccer stadium and will raze 70,000-seat SDCCU Stadium earlier than planned to expedite construction of its new 35,000-seat venue.
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Bengals claim kicker, but Bullock expected to go vs. Browns
CINCINNATI (AP) — The Bengals claimed former Browns kicker Austin Seibert off waivers but expect Randy Bullock to be ready to play in Cleveland on Thursday night.
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Packers' Valdes-Scantling ready to build on Week 1 effort
One week into the season, Green Bay Packers wide receiver Marquez Valdes-Scantling already has showcased the traits that have inspired such exhilaration and exasperation.
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What elbow problem? Roethlisberger quiets doubters in opener
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Time to stop talking about Ben Roethlisberger's surgically repaired right elbow.
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No. 5 Florida counting on early help from several newcomers
GAINESVILLE, Fla. (AP) — Florida coach Dan Mullen will finally provide a peek into his program next week, just a few days before the team's season opener at Ole Miss.
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No. 1 Clemson building depth with highly touted newcomers
Like college coaches around the nation, Clemson's Dabo Swinney is always looking to build on his team's depth. That wasn't hard to do in the top-ranked Tigers opener as several highly-regarded freshmen played early and often in a win against Wake Forest.
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Edwards-Helaire looks to build on starring debut for Chiefs
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — Tyrann Mathieu knew perhaps better than just about anybody what the Kansas City Chiefs were getting when they selected running back Clyde Edwards-Helaire out of LSU in the first round of the April draft.
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As MLB plays on, the businesses it feeds fight for survival
The cathedrals lie empty. Wrigley. Fenway. Yankee Stadium. PNC Park. Progressive Field.
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Cheap parking at Fenway? Only during a pandemic
BOSTON (AP) — The sign says it will cost $60 to park at the Sunoco gas station just beyond Fenway Park’s right field bleachers.
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On the North Shore, a revitalized neighborhood goes quiet
PITTSBURGH (AP) — The saxophone guy, the one that plays theme songs from 1970s TV shows for loose change as fans squeeze past on the Roberto Clemente Bridge on their way to and from PNC Park, is gone. The line to take selfies next to Willie Stargell's statue outside the …
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Hard ball: COVID-19 slams Cleveland's baseball bars, clubs
CLEVELAND (AP) — No band has plugged its guitars into the amplifiers on Wilbert's stage since mid-March, and there's usually an open bar stool or three these days at the music joint just a long relay throw outside the outfield walls of Progressive Field.
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Bronx shops, bars plead with Yankees for aid amid COVID
NEW YORK (AP) — The manager stands behind the counter at Ballpark Sports Shop on River Avenue, pinstriped jerseys fully stocked on the racks around him. The inventory is worth hundreds of thousands of dollars, but on this day, he'll be lucky to sell a few $20 hats.
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Wrigleyville struggles to stay open during pandemic
CHICAGO (AP) — From the back patio at Nisei Lounge to the sudsy sidewalks around Murphy's Bleachers, the fight is on. Same for Sluggers, The Cubby Bear and everywhere in between.
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Syracuse coach Dino Babers hoping to see improvement
One game into the season, Syracuse coach Dino Babers isn't sure what kind of team he has.
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Stars in Stanley Cup Final after being outscored and outshot
The Dallas Stars were mired in a six-game losing streak when the season was paused for 4 1/2 months because of the coronavirus pandemic, and have been outscored and outshot since getting inside the NHL bubble.
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Timeout? Fangio's late approach questioned after Denver loss
DENVER (AP) — Timeout: Why wasn't Vic Fangio calling his timeouts?
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Loss shows Brady-led Buccaneers far from finished product
TAMPA, Fla. (AP) — The Tampa Bay Buccaneers have a lot of things to fix if they’re going to realize their potential this season..
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Ehlinger leads No. 14 Texas romp over UTEP 59-3
AUSTIN, Texas (AP) — The stadium was mostly empty and the Texas players beat a quick path off the field when it was all over rather than lingering for the traditional singing of “The Eyes of Texas."
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Bills coach terms injuries to Edmunds, Milano not long term
ORCHARD PARK, N.Y. (AP) — The status of Bills starting linebackers Tremaine Edmunds and Matt Milano is uncertain for Buffalo’s game at the Miami Dolphins this weekend.
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Lopez, Marlins win finale in 7-game set against Phils, 6-2
MIAMI (AP) — The Marlins still have never lost a Game 7.
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Air Force will play Army, Navy in football this season
The Air Force Falcons will play two football games this season against fellow service academies Army and Navy.
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Life after the bubble: CJ McCollum releases his first wine
PORTLAND, Ore. (AP) — Always a wine connoisseur, CJ McCollum is now a wine maker, too.
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Rams' new defense gets off to strong start in beating Dallas
LOS ANGELES (AP) — The Los Angeles Rams saw some encouraging early returns from Sean McVay's offseason decision to make systemic changes to what was already a pretty good defense.
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Williams' 3 TDs help No. 18 UNC pull away from Syracuse 31-6
CHAPEL HILL, N.C. (AP) — North Carolina opened a high-expectation season with a fast start and a strong finish, sandwiched around a run of mistake-filled play. And all of it came amid the unusual backdrop of section after section of empty seats.
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Tired of waiting: Ohio State stars opt out, move on to draft
COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) — With the chances of the Big Ten Conference playing a football season slipping away, two of Ohio State's best players have chosen to opt out and start preparing for the NFL draft.
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Doege, RBs shine, West Virginia beats E. Kentucky 56-10
MORGANTOWN, W.Va. (AP) — Jarrett Doege threw three touchdown passes, Leddie Brown and Alec Sinkfield gave West Virginia's running game a lift it hadn't seen in quite some time, and the Mountaineers beat Eastern Kentucky 56-10 Saturday.
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Fourth-quarter woes costly for Lions again in loss to Bears
DETROIT (AP) — Matt Patricia's tenure in Detroit has been marked by fourth-quarter collapses.
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Saints unsatisfied with offense, gratified by opening win
NEW ORLEANS (AP) — Sean Payton wasn't pleased with his play-calling. Drew Brees wasn't pleased with his passing.
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Stunner from James helps big-spending Chelsea to opening win
After a spending spree of $250 million on some of Europe’s most exciting stars, Chelsea was indebted to a wonder strike from one of its homegrown players during a win in its opening English Premier League game.
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Ravens' Jackson can't expect many early exits under Harbaugh
There's no question that keeping Lamar Jackson healthy is a top priority for Baltimore Ravens coach John Harbaugh.
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Jamal Adams' energetic debut shows the potential for Seattle
RENTON, Wash. (AP) — For all the excitement about Russell Wilson’s season-opening performance, there was an even better debut for the Seahawks.
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Rattler throws 4 TD passes, No. 5 Oklahoma tops Missouri St.
NORMAN, Okla. (AP) — Spencer Rattler passed for 290 yards and four touchdowns in his first start and No. 5 Oklahoma rolled past Missouri State 48-0 on Saturday night.
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Injuries to test resourcefulness of Packers' offensive line
Green Bay showcased the resourcefulness of its offensive line Sunday as the Packers didn’t allow a sack despite playing parts of the game without multiple projected starters.
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Big 12 feeling blue after 0-3 weekend against Sun Belt
LAWRENCE, Kan. (AP) — Maybe the Big 12 Conference should have followed the lead of the Big Ten and Pac-12 and opted out of playing college football this fall.
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McCall leads Coastal Carolina to 38-23 whipping of Kansas
LAWRENCE, Kan. (AP) — Coastal Carolina might want to start scheduling a trip to Kansas every season.
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Without fall playoffs, FCS schools missing a top attraction
As the college football season ramps up in three major conferences and among other programs scattered across the country, there will be a void at the Football Championship Subdivision level -- very few games and no scheduled playoffs.
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Orioles slug 3 homers in 9-run 3rd, pummel Braves 14-1
BALTIMORE (AP) — DJ Stewart hit the first of three Baltimore homers in a nine-run third inning, and the Orioles pounded the Atlanta Braves 14-1 Monday night to end a five-game losing streak.
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Colts look to rebound after another sloppy opening-day loss
INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — Coach Frank Reich blamed himself for the Indianapolis Colts’ opening-day miscues.
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Oklahoma COVID-19 cases threatened game against Missouri St.
NORMAN, Okla. (AP) — Oklahoma coach Lincoln Riley confirmed after the No. 5 Sooners' opening victory over Missouri State that the game Saturday night had been jeopardy of being postponed or canceled because of the Sooners' COVID-19 cases.
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Pats embracing 'new normal' of Newton carrying rushing load
FOXBOROUGH, Mass. (AP) — If the Patriots’ Week 1 win over the Dolphins revealed anything, it’s that they will have no problem giving Cam Newton plenty of opportunities to run the ball this season.
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Minor tosses 2-hitter, A's manage split with Mariners
SEATTLE (AP) — After two games and several hours with a haze of smoke hovering above, the Oakland Athletics were ready for their one-day diversion to Seattle to be over.
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Cunningham has 4 TDs, Louisville tops Western Kentucky 35-21
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (AP) — Micale Cunningham accounted for four touchdowns and passed for a career-high 343 yards, helping Louisville overcome a mistake-prone start to roll past Western Kentucky 35-21 in Saturday night's season opener for both schools.
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COVID-19 knocks out Virginia-Virginia Tech football opener
The pandemic disrupted college sports again Saturday, with Virginia and Virginia Tech postponing their Sept. 19 football opener because of COVID-19 issues at Virginia Tech.
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Cards, Brewers split pair as both games go extra innings
MILWAUKEE (AP) — The St. Louis Cardinals and Milwaukee Brewers hadn’t faced each other all season before this week despite playing in the same division.
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Lawrence, No. 1 Clemson dominate Wake Forest again, 37-13
WINSTON-SALEM, N.C. (AP) — Clemson quarterback Trevor Lawrence said he's worked this offseason on being patient and taking what the defense is giving him instead of looking for the big play.
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Burrow runs for TD but Chargers rally 16-13 over Bengals
CINCINNATI (AP) — Joe Burrow ran 23 yards for a touchdown in his NFL debut and put the Bengals in range for a dramatic, last-minute win. Instead, he ended up like so many Cincinnati quarterbacks before him, wondering what the heck just happened.
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Lamet outduels Kershaw, Padres top LA 7-2 to tighten NL West
SAN DIEGO (AP) — With a mighty swing and a brief pose at home plate to fire up his teammates, Trent Grisham added some spice to what could be a sprint to the finish between his San Diego Padres and the seven-time defending NL West champion Los Angeles Dodgers.
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Chargers offense balanced, but needs to be more productive
Anthony Lynn stressed throughout training camp that he wanted the Los Angeles Chargers offense to be balanced. The statistics show they accomplished that in
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Stefanski, Browns make bad first impression in opening loss
CLEVELAND (AP) — Kevin Stefanski didn't need long to be lumped together with so many Browns coaches before him.
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Bellingham scores on debut as Dortmund beats Duisburg 5-0
BERLIN (AP) — Jude Bellingham scored on his Borussia Dortmund debut to help his side reach the second round of the German Cup after routing third-division MSV Duisburg 5-0 on Monday.
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Panthers' offense shows promise, defense needs work
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) — While the Carolina Panthers' offense showed promise in
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Barkley, Giants O-Line poor as Judge era kicks off with loss
EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. (AP) — Saquon Barkley had one of his worst games for the New York Giants. The offensive line struggled against one of the NFL's top front sevens and Daniel Jones showed turnovers remain his biggest problem.
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Washington defense showed in Week 1 win it could be a force
Ryan Kerrigan expected Washington's defense to make some plays in the season opener. Even he was surprised it made so many.
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Hokies' Fuente: Postponing Virginia game was 'right call'
Virginia Tech coach Justin Fuente said he takes the impact of the coronavirus pandemic personally and that he supports team medical experts who say it was the “exact right call” to postpone the Hokies' scheduled upcoming game against Virginia.
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Lamet outduels Kershaw, Padres top LA 7-2 to tighten NL West
SAN DIEGO (AP) — With a mighty swing and a brief pose at home plate to fire up his teammates, Trent Grisham added some spice to what could be a sprint to the finish between his San Diego Padres and the seven-time defending NL West champion Los Angeles Dodgers.
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Cards, Brewers split pair as both games go extra innings
MILWAUKEE (AP) — The St. Louis Cardinals and Milwaukee Brewers hadn’t faced each other all season before this week despite playing in the same division.
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Barkley, Giants O-Line poor as Judge era kicks off with loss
EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. (AP) — Saquon Barkley had one of his worst games for the New York Giants. The offensive line struggled against one of the NFL's top front sevens and Daniel Jones showed turnovers remain his biggest problem.
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Orioles slug 3 homers in 9-run 3rd, pummel Braves 14-1
BALTIMORE (AP) — DJ Stewart hit the first of three Baltimore homers in a nine-run third inning, and the Orioles pounded the Atlanta Braves 14-1 Monday night to end a five-game losing streak.
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Minor tosses 2-hitter, A's manage split with Mariners
SEATTLE (AP) — After two games and several hours with a haze of smoke hovering above, the Oakland Athletics were ready for their one-day diversion to Seattle to be over.
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Fourth-quarter woes costly for Lions again in loss to Bears
DETROIT (AP) — Matt Patricia's tenure in Detroit has been marked by fourth-quarter collapses.
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Brewers rally to edge Cardinals 2-1 in doubleheader opener
MILWAUKEE (AP) — Keston Hiura hit a sacrifice fly to score Avisail Garcia with the winning run in the eighth inning as the Milwaukee Brewers rallied to edge the St. Louis Cardinals 2-1 in the opening game of a doubleheader Monday.
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Saints unsatisfied with offense, gratified by opening win
NEW ORLEANS (AP) — Sean Payton wasn't pleased with his play-calling. Drew Brees wasn't pleased with his passing.
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Mariners rally to topple Athletics 6-5 in DH opener
SEATTLE (AP) — Kyle Lewis sparked Seattle’s rally with a two-run homer and walked with the bases loaded in the sixth inning, helping the Mariners top the Oakland Athletics 6-5 on Monday in the opener of a doubleheader.
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Ravens' Jackson can't expect many early exits under Harbaugh
There's no question that keeping Lamar Jackson healthy is a top priority for Baltimore Ravens coach John Harbaugh.
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Lopez, Marlins win finale in 7-game set against Phils, 6-2
MIAMI (AP) — The Marlins still have never lost a Game 7.
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Chargers offense balanced, but needs to be more productive
Anthony Lynn stressed throughout training camp that he wanted the Los Angeles Chargers offense to be balanced. The statistics show they accomplished that in
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Hokies' Fuente: Postponing Virginia game was 'right call'
Virginia Tech coach Justin Fuente said he takes the impact of the coronavirus pandemic personally and that he supports team medical experts who say it was the “exact right call” to postpone the Hokies' scheduled upcoming game against Virginia.
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Life after the bubble: CJ McCollum releases his first wine
PORTLAND, Ore. (AP) — Always a wine connoisseur, CJ McCollum is now a wine maker, too.
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Jamal Adams' energetic debut shows the potential for Seattle
RENTON, Wash. (AP) — For all the excitement about Russell Wilson’s season-opening performance, there was an even better debut for the Seahawks.
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Colts look to rebound after another sloppy opening-day loss
INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — Coach Frank Reich blamed himself for the Indianapolis Colts’ opening-day miscues.
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Washington defense showed in Week 1 win it could be a force
Ryan Kerrigan expected Washington's defense to make some plays in the season opener. Even he was surprised it made so many.
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Loss shows Brady-led Buccaneers far from finished product
TAMPA, Fla. (AP) — The Tampa Bay Buccaneers have a lot of things to fix if they’re going to realize their potential this season..
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Stunner from James helps big-spending Chelsea to opening win
After a spending spree of $250 million on some of Europe’s most exciting stars, Chelsea was indebted to a wonder strike from one of its homegrown players during a win in its opening English Premier League game.
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Injuries to test resourcefulness of Packers' offensive line
Green Bay showcased the resourcefulness of its offensive line Sunday as the Packers didn’t allow a sack despite playing parts of the game without multiple projected starters.
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Pats embracing 'new normal' of Newton carrying rushing load
FOXBOROUGH, Mass. (AP) — If the Patriots’ Week 1 win over the Dolphins revealed anything, it’s that they will have no problem giving Cam Newton plenty of opportunities to run the ball this season.
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Panthers' offense shows promise, defense needs work
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) — While the Carolina Panthers' offense showed promise in
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Bills coach terms injuries to Edmunds, Milano not long term
ORCHARD PARK, N.Y. (AP) — The status of Bills starting linebackers Tremaine Edmunds and Matt Milano is uncertain for Buffalo’s game at the Miami Dolphins this weekend.
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Rams' new defense gets off to strong start in beating Dallas
LOS ANGELES (AP) — The Los Angeles Rams saw some encouraging early returns from Sean McVay's offseason decision to make systemic changes to what was already a pretty good defense.
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Rockets look for new coach after another early playoff exit
HOUSTON (AP) — James Harden and the Houston Rockets believed the addition of Russell Westbrook and their unorthodox small lineup would be what they needed to win their first title in 25 years.
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Joe Burrow offers Bengals hope amid another incredible loss
CINCINNATI (AP) — Joe Burrow led the Bengals downfield twice with a chance to grab a late lead. Cincinnati fans watching from home were thinking they were about to see their woebegone franchise reach a turning point behind the new quarterback.
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Stefanski, Browns make bad first impression in opening loss
CLEVELAND (AP) — Kevin Stefanski didn't need long to be lumped together with so many Browns coaches before him.
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Falcons commit to renewed run game with Gurley - for 1 half
ATLANTA (AP) — Todd Gurley's debut with the Atlanta Falcons showed the benefit of a balanced offense — for one half.
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Bellingham scores on debut as Dortmund beats Duisburg 5-0
BERLIN (AP) — Jude Bellingham scored on his Borussia Dortmund debut to help his side reach the second round of the German Cup after routing third-division MSV Duisburg 5-0 on Monday.
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Bears know they have work to do after rallying in opener
One more rough quarter, one less dropped pass and the Chicago Bears would be in a far different place.
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Taylor takes over as Colts starter with Mack out for season
INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — Marlon Mack could have bristled when the Indianapolis Colts took another running back, Jonathan Taylor, in the second round of April's draft.
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In hard-fought win, Cardinals show young core is learning
TEMPE, Ariz. (AP) — The Arizona Cardinals earned a hard-fought, road win on Sunday over a veteran team, using clutch plays throughout the second half and stepping up in the biggest moments against a division rival.
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Big 12 feeling blue after 0-3 weekend against Sun Belt
LAWRENCE, Kan. (AP) — Maybe the Big 12 Conference should have followed the lead of the Big Ten and Pac-12 and opted out of playing college football this fall.
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QB Fitzpatrick was far from Dolphins' only problem in opener
MIAMI (AP) — The Miami Dolphins’ self-professed placeholder at quarterback played like one in the season opener, amplifying questions about the team’s timetable for turning to rookie Tua Tagovailoa.
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Air Force will play Army, Navy in football this season
The Air Force Falcons will play two football games this season against fellow service academies Army and Navy.
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Kicked off: Browns waive K Seibert after 2 misses in opener
CLEVELAND (AP) — The Browns kicked aside their kicker after one game.
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Tired of waiting: Ohio State stars opt out, move on to draft
COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) — With the chances of the Big Ten Conference playing a football season slipping away, two of Ohio State's best players have chosen to opt out and start preparing for the NFL draft.
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Dresden beats Hamburg 4-1 in front of over 10,000 fans
BERLIN (AP) — Dynamo Dresden defeated Hamburger SV 4-1 in front of an official tally of 10,053 fans on Monday for the biggest attendance at a German soccer game since coronavirus restrictions began in March.
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Chiefs offense shows balance, firepower right out of gate
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — The Kansas City Chiefs threw the adage that defense wins championship on the ol' barbecue and cooked it till charred last season, relying instead on their dynamic offense to win their first Super Bowl in 50 years.
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AP source: Browns changing kickers after misses in opener
CLEVELAND (AP) — The Cleveland Browns are waiving kicker Austin Seibert after he missed an extra point and field goal in Sunday's season-opening loss at Baltimore, a person familiar with the decision told the Associated Press.
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Suárez uncertainty gives Trincão space to shine at Barcelona
MADRID (AP) — With the future of Luis Suárez uncertain, young forward Francisco Trincão has an early chance to shine with Barcelona.
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Ehlinger leads No. 14 Texas romp over UTEP 59-3
AUSTIN, Texas (AP) — The stadium was mostly empty and the Texas players beat a quick path off the field when it was all over rather than lingering for the traditional singing of “The Eyes of Texas."
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Jets get off to familiar troublesome start in loss to Bills
ORCHARD PARK, N.Y. (AP) — Jets coach Adam Gase was reminded during the week about how — his word — “atrocious” New York’s offense was a year ago in leading up to their season opener at the Buffalo Bills.
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Williams' 3 TDs help No. 18 UNC pull away from Syracuse 31-6
CHAPEL HILL, N.C. (AP) — North Carolina opened a high-expectation season with a fast start and a strong finish, sandwiched around a run of mistake-filled play. And all of it came amid the unusual backdrop of section after section of empty seats.
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Doege, RBs shine, West Virginia beats E. Kentucky 56-10
MORGANTOWN, W.Va. (AP) — Jarrett Doege threw three touchdown passes, Leddie Brown and Alec Sinkfield gave West Virginia's running game a lift it hadn't seen in quite some time, and the Mountaineers beat Eastern Kentucky 56-10 Saturday.
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Pujols hits homer No. 660 as Angels rally to beat Rox 5-3
DENVER (AP) — A few weeks ago, Albert Pujols received a text out of the blue: “It's your time now. Go get it.”
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McCarthy's call on 4th down scrutinized in Cowboys' debut
INGLEWOOD, Calif. (AP) — Mike McCarthy's first big decision in his debut as Dallas Cowboys coach is going to be second guessed for awhile.
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Sunday in the parks: The playoffs, NFL, a no-hitter and more
LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. (AP) — In a year where good days seem in short supply, sports delivered one.
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No. 18 Tar Heels eager to see Howell's next act at QB
Sam Howell rarely looked like a rookie at North Carolina last season, rolling to big yardage totals and throwing more touchdowns than any true freshman in Bowl Subdivision history.
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Rattler throws 4 TD passes, No. 5 Oklahoma tops Missouri St.
NORMAN, Okla. (AP) — Spencer Rattler passed for 290 yards and four touchdowns in his first start and No. 5 Oklahoma rolled past Missouri State 48-0 on Saturday night.
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Betts homers, Dodgers beat Astros 8-1; LA fans still sore
LOS ANGELES (AP) — The Dodgers gave the Astros a lot of different looks. They used eight pitchers in all, with the bullpen redeeming itself a night after a tough finish.
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AP source: Saints' Davis agrees to 3-year extension
NEW ORLEANS (AP) — Saints linebacker Demario Davis has agreed to a three-year extension worth up to $27 million, a person familiar with the situation said Sunday.
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McCall leads Coastal Carolina to 38-23 whipping of Kansas
LAWRENCE, Kan. (AP) — Coastal Carolina might want to start scheduling a trip to Kansas every season.
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Profar, Padres beat Giants 3-1 for doubleheader sweep
SAN DIEGO (AP) — With a winning record clinched for the first time in 10 seasons and a long-sought playoff berth on the horizon, the streaking San Diego Padres will try to avoid getting too psyched up for their biggest series in a long time.
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Without fall playoffs, FCS schools missing a top attraction
As the college football season ramps up in three major conferences and among other programs scattered across the country, there will be a void at the Football Championship Subdivision level -- very few games and no scheduled playoffs.
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Rams open SoFi Stadium in style with 20-17 win over Cowboys
INGLEWOOD, Calif. (AP) — The Los Angeles Rams ran through their tunnel and into empty SoFi Stadium for the very first time amid sparkling fireworks, flashing lights and the prerecorded cheers of fans watching from home.
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Oklahoma COVID-19 cases threatened game against Missouri St.
NORMAN, Okla. (AP) — Oklahoma coach Lincoln Riley confirmed after the No. 5 Sooners' opening victory over Missouri State that the game Saturday night had been jeopardy of being postponed or canceled because of the Sooners' COVID-19 cases.
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Pujols hits 660th career homer, ties Mays for 5th place
DENVER (AP) — Albert Pujols hit his 660th career homer, tying the Los Angeles Angels slugger for fifth on the all-time list with Willie Mays.
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Cunningham has 4 TDs, Louisville tops Western Kentucky 35-21
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (AP) — Micale Cunningham accounted for four touchdowns and passed for a career-high 343 yards, helping Louisville overcome a mistake-prone start to roll past Western Kentucky 35-21 in Saturday night's season opener for both schools.
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COVID-19 knocks out Virginia-Virginia Tech football opener
The pandemic disrupted college sports again Saturday, with Virginia and Virginia Tech postponing their Sept. 19 football opener because of COVID-19 issues at Virginia Tech.
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Panthers' Rhule left pondering curious 4th-down play call
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) — With the game on the line and needing a first down on fourth-and-inches to keep a potential winning drive alive, the Carolina Panthers on Sunday turned to. ... Alex Armah?
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Neymar among 5 stoppage-time red cards, Marseille beats PSG
PARIS (AP) — Neymar was among five players sent off in stoppage time Sunday as Marseille beat bitter rival Paris Saint-Germain for the first time in nine years.
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Lawrence, No. 1 Clemson dominate Wake Forest again, 37-13
WINSTON-SALEM, N.C. (AP) — Clemson quarterback Trevor Lawrence said he's worked this offseason on being patient and taking what the defense is giving him instead of looking for the big play.
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Burrow runs for TD but Chargers rally 16-13 over Bengals
CINCINNATI (AP) — Joe Burrow ran 23 yards for a touchdown in his NFL debut and put the Bengals in range for a dramatic, last-minute win. Instead, he ended up like so many Cincinnati quarterbacks before him, wondering what the heck just happened.
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Racial injustice themes fill empty NFL stadiums
Jason Myers kicked off to start the Seahawks' season-opener against the Falcons, and the ball sailed through the end zone for a touchback. No one moved a step.
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Chargers muster just enough offense to slip by Bengals
CINCINNATI (AP) — Playing with a starting quarterback other than Philip Rivers for the first time since 2005, the Los Angeles Chargers mustered just enough offense — and got just enough breaks.
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Wilson throws 4 TD passes, Seahawks beat Falcons 38-25
ATLANTA (AP) — The Seattle Seahawks let Russell Wilson do the cooking.
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Brady talks perspective, accountability after debut loss
NEW ORLEANS (AP) — Tom Brady's 20 previous NFL seasons, six of which ended with him holding the Lombardi Trophy, have taught him not to read too much into a single setback.
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Brady's Bucs debut a flop with 2 INTs; Saints win 34-23
NEW ORLEANS (AP) — Drew Brees and Tom Brady, the two leading passers in NFL history, couldn't muster vintage performances in the first NFL game featuring two starting quarterbacks in their 40s.
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McCarthy's call on 4th down scrutinized in Cowboys' debut
INGLEWOOD, Calif. (AP) — Mike McCarthy's first big decision in his debut as Dallas Cowboys coach is going to be second guessed for awhile.
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Rams open SoFi Stadium in style with 20-17 win over Cowboys
INGLEWOOD, Calif. (AP) — The Los Angeles Rams ran through their tunnel and into empty SoFi Stadium for the very first time amid sparkling fireworks, flashing lights and the prerecorded cheers of fans watching from home.
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Betts homers, Dodgers beat Astros 8-1; LA fans still sore
LOS ANGELES (AP) — The Dodgers gave the Astros a lot of different looks. They used eight pitchers in all, with the bullpen redeeming itself a night after a tough finish.
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Brady talks perspective, accountability after debut loss
NEW ORLEANS (AP) — Tom Brady's 20 previous NFL seasons, six of which ended with him holding the Lombardi Trophy, have taught him not to read too much into a single setback.
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Brady's Bucs debut a flop with 2 INTs; Saints win 34-23
NEW ORLEANS (AP) — Drew Brees and Tom Brady, the two leading passers in NFL history, couldn't muster vintage performances in the first NFL game featuring two starting quarterbacks in their 40s.
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Profar, Padres beat Giants 3-1 for doubleheader sweep
SAN DIEGO (AP) — With a winning record clinched for the first time in 10 seasons and a long-sought playoff berth on the horizon, the streaking San Diego Padres will try to avoid getting too psyched up for their biggest series in a long time.
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Chargers muster just enough offense to slip by Bengals
CINCINNATI (AP) — Playing with a starting quarterback other than Philip Rivers for the first time since 2005, the Los Angeles Chargers mustered just enough offense — and got just enough breaks.
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Sunday in the parks: The playoffs, NFL, a no-hitter and more
LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. (AP) — In a year where good days seem in short supply, sports delivered one.
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AP source: Saints' Davis agrees to 3-year extension
NEW ORLEANS (AP) — Saints linebacker Demario Davis has agreed to a three-year extension worth up to $27 million, a person familiar with the situation said Sunday.
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Saints intercept Brady twice in 34-23 win over Bucs
NEW ORLEANS (AP) — Tom Brady was intercepted twice in his Tampa Bay debut, Alvin Kamara scored touchdowns running and receiving, and the New Orleans Saints beat the Buccaneers 34-23 on Sunday.
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Jets get off to familiar troublesome start in loss to Bills
ORCHARD PARK, N.Y. (AP) — Jets coach Adam Gase was reminded during the week about how — his word — “atrocious” New York’s offense was a year ago in leading up to their season opener at the Buffalo Bills.
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Burrow runs for TD but Chargers rally 16-13 over Bengals
CINCINNATI (AP) — Joe Burrow ran 23 yards for a touchdown in his NFL debut and put the Bengals in range for a dramatic, last-minute win. Instead, he ended up like so many Cincinnati quarterbacks before him, wondering what the heck just happened.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Panthers' Rhule left pondering curious 4th-down play call
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) — With the game on the line and needing a first down on fourth-and-inches to keep a potential winning drive alive, the Carolina Panthers on Sunday turned to. ... Alex Armah?
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Pujols hits homer No. 660 as Angels rally to beat Rox 5-3
DENVER (AP) — A few weeks ago, Albert Pujols received a text out of the blue: “It's your time now. Go get it.”
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Clevinger, Padres beat Giants 6-0 for 6th straight win
SAN DIEGO (AP) — Mike Clevinger didn't waste any time setting the tone for the San Diego Padres in the opening game of a doubleheader against the San Francisco Giants.
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4th-down plays on 2 straight possessions help doom Falcons
ATLANTA (AP) — Two fourth-down plays on back-to-back possessions in the third quarter helped create a deficit that was too much for the Atlanta Falcons to overcome.
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AL West-leading A's hit frenetic stretch with loss in Texas
ARLINGTON, Texas (AP) — The busy A's are in the midst of a frenetic few days the American League West leaders knew were coming, and manager Bob Melvin is hoping for a minimum of break-even baseball.
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Dull 'Dagger': Another collapse costs Lions their opener
DETROIT (AP) — If the Detroit Lions' first game was any indication, their “Dagger Time” mantra could use some sharpening.
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Same old issues on defense doom Dolphins against Patriots
FOXBOROUGH, Mass. (AP) — The Miami Dolphins couldn't like what they saw from their defense on Sunday. It was far too familiar.
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Neymar among 5 stoppage-time red cards, Marseille beats PSG
PARIS (AP) — Neymar was among five players sent off in stoppage time Sunday as Marseille beat bitter rival Paris Saint-Germain for the first time in nine years.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Racial injustice themes fill empty NFL stadiums
Jason Myers kicked off to start the Seahawks' season-opener against the Falcons, and the ball sailed through the end zone for a touchback. No one moved a step.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Lynn Ks season-high 10, Odor HR lifts Rangers past A's, 6-3
ARLINGTON, Texas (AP) — Texas ace Lance Lynn struck out a season-high 10 in seven innings, Rougned Odor hit a tiebreaking three-run homer and the last-place Rangers beat the AL West-leading Oakland Athletics 6-3 on Sunday.
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Pujols hits 660th career homer, ties Mays for 5th place
DENVER (AP) — Albert Pujols hit his 660th career homer, tying the Los Angeles Angels slugger for fifth on the all-time list with Willie Mays.
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Wilson throws 4 TD passes, Seahawks beat Falcons 38-25
ATLANTA (AP) — The Seattle Seahawks let Russell Wilson do the cooking.
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Trubisky throws 3 TDs in 4th to help Bears beat Lions 27-23
DETROIT (AP) — Mitchell Trubisky missed many targets, sailing some passes high and leaving other throws behind teammates, until it mattered most.
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Jacobs runs for 3 TDs as Raiders hold off Panthers 34-30
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) — Comparisons to all-time greats are a dangerous business. Raiders coach Jon Gruden apparently doesn't care.
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Allen tops 300 yards passing in Bills' 27-17 win over Jets
ORCHARD PARK, N.Y. (AP) — Josh Allen and the Buffalo Bills got the season off to a throwing start.
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Jackson throws 3 TD passes for Ravens in 38-6 rout of Browns
BALTIMORE (AP) — There were no fans in the seats, no preseason games to draw from and an eerie, unfamiliar silence before each snap.
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Pellegrini wins in return to Spanish league; Emery draws
MADRID (AP) — It was a thrilling return to the Spanish league for Manuel Pellegrini. And a disappointing one for Unai Emery.
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Newton runs for 2 TDs, Patriots hold off Dolphins 21-11
FOXBOROUGH, Mass. (AP) — The Cam Newton era for the New England Patriots arrived on the ground.
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Surging Stars on cusp of first Stanley Cup Final in 20 years
The Dallas Stars were fourth in the Western Conference when the NHL season paused for the pandemic.
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Hamilton wins hectic Tuscan GP, demands justice for Taylor
Formula One champion Lewis Hamilton kept his cool amid the mayhem caused by an unpredictable circuit, winning a crash-marred Tuscan Grand Prix on Sunday for the 90th win of his incredible career to move one behind Michael Schumacher’s record.
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Racial injustice themes on display in empty NFL stadiums
Seattle's Jason Myers kicked the ball through the end zone to open Seattle's season at Atlanta. No one else on the field moved.
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Path to first weekend was different for NFL officials, too
EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. (AP) — For the past six-plus months, the Pittsbugh Steelers and New York Giants have been working virtually and eventually on the field to get ready for a season opener that came about despite the pain, tragedy and uneasiness caused by the coronavirus pandemic.
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Leverkusen routs fourth-tier side 7-0 in German Cup
BERLIN (AP) — Bayer Leverkusen easily won its first game without Kai Havertz, routing fourth-tier Eintracht Norderstedt 7-0 in the first round of the German Cup on Sunday.
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Without fall playoffs, FCS schools missing a top attraction
As the college football season ramps up in three major conferences and among other programs scattered across the country, there will be a void at the Football Championship Subdivision level -- very few games and no scheduled playoffs.
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Late goal gives Real Betis win in its Spanish league opener
MADRID (AP) — Substitute Cristian Tello scored four minutes into stoppage time to give Manuel Pellegrini's Real Betis a 1-0 opening win at Alavés in the Spanish league on Sunday.
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Ehlinger leads No. 14 Texas romp over UTEP 59-3
AUSTIN, Texas (AP) — The stadium was mostly empty and the Texas players beat a quick path off the field when it was all over rather than lingering for the traditional singing of “The Eyes of Texas."
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Liverpool wins wild opener, Arsenal coasts as EPL begins
Adopting his trademark crouching position in the technical area, Marcelo Bielsa closely studied the mayhem unfolding in front of him on the Anfield pitch.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Williams' 3 TDs help No. 18 UNC pull away from Syracuse 31-6
CHAPEL HILL, N.C. (AP) — North Carolina opened a high-expectation season with a fast start and a strong finish, sandwiched around a run of mistake-filled play. And all of it came amid the unusual backdrop of section after section of empty seats.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Astros rally to beat Dodgers 7-5 despite angry LA fans
LOS ANGELES (AP) — The Astros were whooping it up on the Dodgers' field again, just like they did after winning Game 7 of the 2017 World Series.
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Doege, RBs shine, West Virginia beats E. Kentucky 56-10
MORGANTOWN, W.Va. (AP) — Jarrett Doege threw three touchdown passes, Leddie Brown and Alec Sinkfield gave West Virginia's running game a lift it hadn't seen in quite some time, and the Mountaineers beat Eastern Kentucky 56-10 Saturday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Ex-Penn State WR Shorter gets waiver to play now at Florida
GAINESVILLE, Fla. (AP) — Former Penn State receiver Justin Shorter is eligible to play for No. 8 Florida this season.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
No. 18 Tar Heels eager to see Howell's next act at QB
Sam Howell rarely looked like a rookie at North Carolina last season, rolling to big yardage totals and throwing more touchdowns than any true freshman in Bowl Subdivision history.
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Rattler throws 4 TD passes, No. 5 Oklahoma tops Missouri St.
NORMAN, Okla. (AP) — Spencer Rattler passed for 290 yards and four touchdowns in his first start and No. 5 Oklahoma rolled past Missouri State 48-0 on Saturday night.
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Gladbach, Augsburg, Cologne enjoy huge wins in German Cup
BERLIN (AP) — Borussia Mönchengladbach, Augsburg and Cologne enjoyed huge wins over lower-league opposition to book their places in the second round of the German Cup on Saturday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
McCall leads Coastal Carolina to 38-23 whipping of Kansas
LAWRENCE, Kan. (AP) — Coastal Carolina might want to start scheduling a trip to Kansas every season.
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MLS NEXT launching; Lletget and Dike honored
Major League Soccer has unveiled MLS NEXT, its elite youth development platform that seeks to fill the gap after the U.S. Soccer Development Academy shuttered in April.
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Why not us?: Ohio State's Day wants answers from Big Ten
COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) — Ohio State coach Ryan Day is pushing the Big Ten for answers about when the conference plans to play a football season.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Oklahoma COVID-19 cases threatened game against Missouri St.
NORMAN, Okla. (AP) — Oklahoma coach Lincoln Riley confirmed after the No. 5 Sooners' opening victory over Missouri State that the game Saturday night had been jeopardy of being postponed or canceled because of the Sooners' COVID-19 cases.
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Cunningham has 4 TDs, Louisville tops Western Kentucky 35-21
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (AP) — Micale Cunningham accounted for four touchdowns and passed for a career-high 343 yards, helping Louisville overcome a mistake-prone start to roll past Western Kentucky 35-21 in Saturday night's season opener for both schools.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Walsh hits 3-run homer in 11th, Angels beat Rockies 5-2
DENVER (AP) — Jared Walsh felt the solid contact and heard the dugout erupt.
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COVID-19 knocks out Virginia-Virginia Tech football opener
The pandemic disrupted college sports again Saturday, with Virginia and Virginia Tech postponing their Sept. 19 football opener because of COVID-19 issues at Virginia Tech.
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Lawrence, No. 1 Clemson dominate Wake Forest again, 37-13
WINSTON-SALEM, N.C. (AP) — Clemson quarterback Trevor Lawrence said he's worked this offseason on being patient and taking what the defense is giving him instead of looking for the big play.
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Mariners score early, Sheffield shines in win over D-backs
PHOENIX (AP) — Ty France and José Marmolejos hit homers, Justus Sheffield pitched seven quality innings and the Seattle Mariners snapped a three-game losing streak by beating the Arizona Diamondbacks 7-3 on Saturday night.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Islanders have played Lightning tough since Game 1 rout
The New York Islanders are gaining confidence in their series with Tampa Bay.
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Saint-Etienne beats Strasbourg 2-0 to go top after Nice loss
PARIS (AP) — Striker Denis Bouanga scored a penalty and set up the second goal as Saint-Etienne beat struggling Strasbourg 2-0 to replace Nice at the top of the French league on Saturday.
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McCall leads Coastal Carolina to 38-23 whipping of Kansas
LAWRENCE, Kan. (AP) — Coastal Carolina might want to start scheduling a trip to Kansas every season.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Oklahoma COVID-19 cases threatened game against Missouri St.
NORMAN, Okla. (AP) — Oklahoma coach Lincoln Riley confirmed after the No. 5 Sooners' opening victory over Missouri State that the game Saturday night had been jeopardy of being postponed or canceled because of the Sooners' COVID-19 cases.
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Ehlinger leads No. 14 Texas romp over UTEP 59-3
AUSTIN, Texas (AP) — The stadium was mostly empty and the Texas players beat a quick path off the field when it was all over rather than lingering for the traditional singing of “The Eyes of Texas."
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Walsh hits 3-run homer in 11th, Angels beat Rockies 5-2
DENVER (AP) — Jared Walsh felt the solid contact and heard the dugout erupt.
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Cunningham has 4 TDs, Louisville tops Western Kentucky 35-21
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (AP) — Micale Cunningham accounted for four touchdowns and passed for a career-high 343 yards, helping Louisville overcome a mistake-prone start to roll past Western Kentucky 35-21 in Saturday night's season opener for both schools.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Rattler throws 4 TD passes, No. 5 Oklahoma tops Missouri St.
NORMAN, Okla. (AP) — Spencer Rattler passed for 290 yards and four touchdowns in his first start and No. 5 Oklahoma rolled past Missouri State 48-0 on Saturday night.
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Astros rally to beat Dodgers 7-5 despite angry LA fans
LOS ANGELES (AP) — The Astros were whooping it up on the Dodgers' field again, just like they did after winning Game 7 of the 2017 World Series.
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Lawrence, No. 1 Clemson dominate Wake Forest again, 37-13
WINSTON-SALEM, N.C. (AP) — Clemson quarterback Trevor Lawrence said he's worked this offseason on being patient and taking what the defense is giving him instead of looking for the big play.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Mariners score early, Sheffield shines in win over D-backs
PHOENIX (AP) — Ty France and José Marmolejos hit homers, Justus Sheffield pitched seven quality innings and the Seattle Mariners snapped a three-game losing streak by beating the Arizona Diamondbacks 7-3 on Saturday night.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Rattler's 4 TD passes lead No. 5 Oklahoma past Missouri St.
NORMAN, Okla. (AP) — Spencer Rattler threw for 290 yards and four touchdowns in his first start and No. 5 Oklahoma rolled past Missouri State 48-0 on Saturday night.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Islanders have played Lightning tough since Game 1 rout
The New York Islanders are gaining confidence in their series with Tampa Bay.
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Liverpool wins wild opener, Arsenal coasts as EPL begins
Adopting his trademark crouching position in the technical area, Marcelo Bielsa closely studied the mayhem unfolding in front of him on the Anfield pitch.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Saint-Etienne beats Strasbourg 2-0 to go top after Nice loss
PARIS (AP) — Striker Denis Bouanga scored a penalty and set up the second goal as Saint-Etienne beat struggling Strasbourg 2-0 to replace Nice at the top of the French league on Saturday.
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Doege, RBs shine, West Virginia beats E. Kentucky 56-10
MORGANTOWN, W.Va. (AP) — Jarrett Doege threw three touchdown passes, Leddie Brown and Alec Sinkfield gave West Virginia's running game a lift it hadn't seen in quite some time, and the Mountaineers beat Eastern Kentucky 56-10 Saturday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Williams' 3 TDs help No. 18 UNC pull away from Syracuse 31-6
CHAPEL HILL, N.C. (AP) — North Carolina opened a high-expectation season with a fast start and a strong finish, sandwiched around a run of mistake-filled play. And all of it came amid the unusual backdrop of section after section of empty seats.
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Saints, running back Alvin Kamara agree on 5-year extension
NEW ORLEANS (AP) — Saints running back Alvin Kamara agreed to a five-year extension, the club announced Saturday.
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Liverpool wins wild opener vs Leeds in EPL title defense
Adopting his trademark crouching position in the technical area, Marcelo Bielsa closely studied the mayhem unfolding in front of him on the Anfield pitch.
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Alex Morgan joins influx of top Americans in English league
Alex Morgan once famously celebrated a goal against England by pretending to sip a cup of tea.
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Browns' Mayfield changes stance, will stand for anthem
CLEVELAND (AP) — Browns quarterback Baker Mayfield has changed plans and will stand for the national anthem.
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WR Cooper Kupp reaches 3-year extension with LA Rams
THOUSAND OAKS, Calif. (AP) — Receiver Cooper Kupp has agreed to a three-year contract extension through 2023 with the Los Angeles Rams.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Gladbach, Augsburg, Cologne enjoy huge wins in German Cup
BERLIN (AP) — Borussia Mönchengladbach, Augsburg and Cologne enjoyed huge wins over lower-league opposition to book their places in the second round of the German Cup on Saturday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
COVID-19 knocks out Virginia-Virginia Tech football opener
The pandemic disrupted college sports again Saturday, with Virginia and Virginia Tech postponing their Sept. 19 football opener because of COVID-19 issues at Virginia Tech.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
2 Giants-Padres games postponed after positive SF virus test
SAN DIEGO (AP) — The game between San Francisco and the San Diego Padres was postponed minutes before the scheduled first pitch Friday night after someone in the Giants organization tested positive for COVID-19.
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Smith makes Arizona debut, helps D-backs beat Mariners 4-3
PHOENIX (AP) — Caleb Smith had a miserable start to the abbreviated 2020 season, but it didn't have anything to do with his performance on the field. Instead, he was one of more than a dozen Miami Marlins who was quarantining in separate small hotel rooms after testing positive for …
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Pitt wary, optimistic as it hosts Austin Peay in 2020 opener
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Pat Narduzzi never lost hope. Not during the early days of the shutdown caused by the COVID-19 pandemic, the one that cost the Pittsburgh coach valuable spring practice time. Not during the middle of summer, as nearly half of the FBS decided to hold off on playing …
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No. 18 Tar Heels open season against Orange in ACC matchup
North Carolina coach Mack Brown hasn’t tried to dismiss the high expectations that are following his 18th-ranked Tar Heels entering Saturday’s season-opening visit from Syracuse.
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Buxton, Twins hand Bieber 1st loss, beat Indians 3-1
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — The best pitcher in baseball this season by so many measures, Cleveland's Shane Bieber has made so few mistakes.
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Yelich scores on Braun's fly in 9th, Brewers beat Cubs 1-0
MILWAUKEE (AP) —
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Muschamp: South Carolina quarterback competition continues
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — South Carolina coach Will Muschamp is letting his first true quarterback battle in four years go a little bit longer.
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Ex-Penn State WR Shorter gets waiver to play now at Florida
GAINESVILLE, Fla. (AP) — Former Penn State receiver Justin Shorter is eligible to play for No. 8 Florida this season.
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Louisville kicks off season vs. in-state rival Hilltoppers
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (AP) — Western Kentucky and Louisville kick off the season hoping to build on impressive turnarounds a year ago.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
No. 18 Tar Heels eager to see Howell's next act at QB
Sam Howell rarely looked like a rookie at North Carolina last season, rolling to big yardage totals and throwing more touchdowns than any true freshman in Bowl Subdivision history.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Jalen Ramsey thinking long-term with Rams after extension
THOUSAND OAKS, Calif. (AP) — Jalen Ramsey's life got much simpler and less dramatic when he moved to Hollywood, which makes him a rather unusual celebrity.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
KJ Wright set for start of 10th season with Seahawks
RENTON, Wash. (AP) — K.J. Wright might be one of the biggest surprises in Seattle’s starting lineup for Sunday’s opener against Atlanta, which is saying something considering he’s currently the longest-tenured Seahawks player and about to begin his 10th NFL season.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
MLS NEXT launching; Lletget and Dike honored
Major League Soccer has unveiled MLS NEXT, its elite youth development platform that seeks to fill the gap after the U.S. Soccer Development Academy shuttered in April.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Why not us?: Ohio State's Day wants answers from Big Ten
COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) — Ohio State coach Ryan Day is pushing the Big Ten for answers about when the conference plans to play a football season.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Phils setback: Zack Wheeler rips nail putting on his pants
MIAMI (AP) — Undefeated Philadelphia Phillies right-hander Zack Wheeler ripped a fingernail putting on his pants, delaying his next start for two days and perhaps longer.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Missouri St coach Petrino returns to big stage vs. Oklahoma
For a day, Bobby Petrino will return to the big stage.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Trevor Lawrence, No. 1 Clemson begin another title chase
Trevor Lawrence has only lost one game since taking over as Clemson’s starting quarterback in 2018.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
No. 14 Texas eager to get to kickoff with opener vs UTEP
AUSTIN, Texas (AP) — For Texas quarterback Sam Ehlinger, each day of summer workouts and training camp felt like uneasy steps toward a season that might never come.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
West Virginia set to debut against FCS Eastern Kentucky
West Virginia coach Neal Brown has a soft spot for teams from his native Kentucky, keeping his comments positive for an upcoming opponent that did little right in its opening game.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Jiménez hits 3-run homer as White Sox rally past Tigers 4-3
CHICAGO (AP) — Eloy Jiménez hit a three-run homer in Chicago's four-run sixth inning, and the White Sox beat Detroit 4-3 on Friday night for their seventh straight win against the Tigers.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Voit's 6 RBIs, Cole's gem help Yankees sweep DH vs Orioles
NEW YORK (AP) — Pitching, power, savvy on the bases — the Yankees pummeled the Orioles every which way Friday night.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Jordan Palmer excited about Burrow's chances with Bengals
Jordan Palmer is used to watching a quarterback picked first overall and wearing No. 9 leading the Cincinnati Bengals. The biggest difference is this time it will be Joe Burrow.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Coastal Carolina visits Kansas in opener Saturday night
LAWRENCE, Kan. (AP) — Still a newcomer to college football's highest level, Coastal Carolina was looking forward to a visit from its first opponent from a major conference when Kansas was due to visit Brooks Stadium in late September.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Former World Anti-Doping Agency chief John Fahey dies at 75
John Fahey had an impressive career in Australian politics and international sport. There were few people, if any, who had a bad word to say about him, a testimony to the New Zealand-born Fahey's genteel and always understanding demeanor.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
K-State to kick off season against Arkansas State
MANHATTAN, Kan. (AP) — Kansas State coach Chris Klieman was visibly relieved when he settled down in front of a camera to discuss with reporters the Wildcats' season opener against Arkansas State this weekend.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Olson cleanup slam in 1st sends A's to 10-6 win over Rangers
ARLINGTON, Texas (AP) — Matt Olson delivered in a situation made for a cleanup hitter, at the same place where the Oakland slugger spent his only game this season in the bottom half of the lineup.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Aaron Nola's 7-inning shutout helps Phils split with Marlins
MIAMI (AP) — Aaron Nola gives his seven-inning complete game victory an asterisk.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Connecticut stadium to serve as Toronto FC's temporary home
HARTFORD, Conn. (AP) — Toronto FC has announced plans to move at least its next home game to Connecticut for the upcoming phase of the Major League Soccer season.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Rams defensive guru Brandon Staley took fast track to NFL
THOUSAND OAKS, Calif. (AP) — Just four years ago last week, Brandon Staley was preparing for the opening game of his third season as the defensive coordinator at Division III John Carroll University.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Smith makes Arizona debut, helps D-backs beat Mariners 4-3
PHOENIX (AP) — Caleb Smith had a miserable start to the abbreviated 2020 season, but it didn't have anything to do with his performance on the field. Instead, he was one of more than a dozen Miami Marlins who was quarantining in separate small hotel rooms after testing positive for …
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Former World Anti-Doping Agency chief John Fahey dies at 75
John Fahey had an impressive career in Australian politics and international sport. There were few people, if any, who had a bad word to say about him, a testimony to the New Zealand-born Fahey's genteel and always understanding demeanor.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Buxton, Twins hand Bieber 1st loss, beat Indians 3-1
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — The best pitcher in baseball this season by so many measures, Cleveland's Shane Bieber has made so few mistakes.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Yelich scores on Braun's fly in 9th, Brewers beat Cubs 1-0
MILWAUKEE (AP) —
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Olson cleanup slam in 1st sends A's to 10-6 win over Rangers
ARLINGTON, Texas (AP) — Matt Olson delivered in a situation made for a cleanup hitter, at the same place where the Oakland slugger spent his only game this season in the bottom half of the lineup.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Aaron Nola's 7-inning shutout helps Phils split with Marlins
MIAMI (AP) — Aaron Nola gives his seven-inning complete game victory an asterisk.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Alfaro's 2 RBIs help Marlins earn split against Phils, 5-3
MIAMI (AP) — Jorge Alfaro had his fourth consecutive two-RBI game, and the Miami Marlins salvaged a split of their doubleheader against the Philadelphia Phillies by winning 5-3 Friday night.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Jiménez hits 3-run homer as White Sox rally past Tigers 4-3
CHICAGO (AP) — Eloy Jiménez hit a three-run homer in Chicago's four-run sixth inning, and the White Sox beat Detroit 4-3 on Friday night for their seventh straight win against the Tigers.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
2 Giants-Padres games postponed after positive SF virus test
SAN DIEGO (AP) — The game between San Francisco and the San Diego Padres was postponed minutes before the scheduled first pitch Friday night after someone in the Giants organization tested positive for COVID-19.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Ex-World Anti-Doping Agency President John Fahey dies at 75
John Fahey, a former president of the World Anti-Doping Agency and a key player in getting the 2000 Summer Olympics for Sydney, has died. He was 75.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Voit's 6 RBIs, Cole's gem help Yankees sweep DH vs Orioles
NEW YORK (AP) — Pitching, power, savvy on the bases — the Yankees pummeled the Orioles every which way Friday night.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Aaron Nola pitches 7-inning CG as Phillies beat Marlins 11-0
MIAMI (AP) — Aaron Nola gave his seven-inning complete game victory an asterisk.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
KJ Wright set for start of 10th season with Seahawks
RENTON, Wash. (AP) — K.J. Wright might be one of the biggest surprises in Seattle’s starting lineup for Sunday’s opener against Atlanta, which is saying something considering he’s currently the longest-tenured Seahawks player and about to begin his 10th NFL season.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Cole throws 2-hitter, Yankees beat O's 6-0 in DH opener
NEW YORK (AP) — This is what Gerrit Cole and the New York Yankees had in mind when they finalized the right-hander's free agent deal last December.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Jalen Ramsey thinking long-term with Rams after extension
THOUSAND OAKS, Calif. (AP) — Jalen Ramsey's life got much simpler and less dramatic when he moved to Hollywood, which makes him a rather unusual celebrity.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Phils setback: Zack Wheeler rips nail putting on his pants
MIAMI (AP) — Undefeated Philadelphia Phillies right-hander Zack Wheeler ripped a fingernail putting on his pants, delaying his next start for two days and perhaps longer.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Hertha Berlin knocked out as German season begins with cup
BERLIN (AP) — Germany’s soccer season started on Friday with an upset in the first round of the German Cup as Hertha Berlin was knocked out by second-division Eintracht Braunschweig 5-4.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Rams defensive guru Brandon Staley took fast track to NFL
THOUSAND OAKS, Calif. (AP) — Just four years ago last week, Brandon Staley was preparing for the opening game of his third season as the defensive coordinator at Division III John Carroll University.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
With Joe Judge era days away, Giants pause to remember 9-11
EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. (AP) — With his NFL head coaching debut three days away, Joe Judge was well aware of the importance of Friday before the New York Giants headed to practice.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Houston Texans do little right as they lose to Chiefs again
HOUSTON (AP) — The Houston Texans started this season the same way they ended the last one by losing to the Kansas City Chiefs.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Yanks hoping Judge, Stanton may return next weekend
NEW YORK (AP) — Ailing sluggers Aaron Judge and Giancarlo Stanton might be back in the New York Yankees' lineup as soon as next weekend.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Center Pouncey out for Chargers opener at Cincinnati
COSTA MESA, Calif. (AP) — The Chargers offensive line could be down three starters for Sunday's opener against the Cincinnati Bengals.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
On edge: Browns' Garrett returns after NFL suspension
CLEVELAND (AP) — The indelible moment of rage affected Myles Garrett and shaped how others see him.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Connecticut stadium to serve as Toronto FC's temporary home
HARTFORD, Conn. (AP) — Toronto FC has announced plans to move at least its next home game to Connecticut for the upcoming phase of the Major League Soccer season.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Gurley ready to prove he's 100 percent healthy for Falcons
ATLANTA (AP) — The Atlanta Falcons went all season without a 100-yard rusher in the backfield last year, so when Todd Gurley became available as a free agent, they were eager to sign him.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
No. 18 Tar Heels eager to see Howell's next act at QB
Sam Howell rarely looked like a rookie at North Carolina last season, rolling to big yardage totals and throwing more touchdowns than any true freshman in Bowl Subdivision history.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Swiss court puts Qatari on trial in soccer case next week
GENEVA (AP) — In Switzerland’s federal criminal court on Monday, Nasser al-Khelaifi will become the first Qatari to stand trial almost six years after FIFA asked prosecutors to investigate the 2018 and 2022 World Cup bidding contests.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
QB Bridgewater 'thankful' for injury, eager for 2nd chance
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) — For some players, a devastating knee injury can be crushing. For Teddy Bridgewater, it was an awakening.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Chiefs rookie Edwards-Helaire shines in NFL debut vs Texans
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — The Kansas City Chiefs raised some eyebrows during the NFL draft when they used their first-round pick on Clyde Edwards-Helaire, adding another potent weapon to their dynamic offense rather than filling a pressing need on defense.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Coach: Message in Dolphins' video is 'we can all do better'
MIAMI (AP) — Miami Dolphins coach Brian Flores says
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Ex-Penn State WR Shorter gets waiver to play now at Florida
GAINESVILLE, Fla. (AP) — Former Penn State receiver Justin Shorter is eligible to play for No. 8 Florida this season.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Klopp fears player welfare at risk by allowing only 3 subs
LIVERPOOL, England (AP) — Liverpool manager Jürgen Klopp expressed concern Friday that player welfare is being risked by allowing only three substitutions to be made in Premier League games this season.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
SoFi Stadium videoboard first of its kind in many ways
INGLEWOOD, Calif. (AP) — SoFi Stadium is striking for many different reasons, but the signature element of the opulent new home of the Los Angeles Rams and Chargers hangs 122 feet above the playing field.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Newton feeling thankful, not pressure taking over as Pats QB
FOXBOROUGH, Mass. (AP) — There are a lot of things Cam Newton is feeling as he prepares to take the field Sunday to succeed Tom Brady as the Patriots’ starting quarterback.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
QB position in spotlight for Dolphins-Patriots season opener
FOXBOROUGH, Mass. (AP) — Bill Belichick and Brian Flores have built their NFL coaching reputations on the defensive side of the ball.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Pac-12 programs differ on reporting student-athlete cases
While the Pac-12 will soon be able to rapidly test athletes, hopes that a fall football season might be salvaged remain premature.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Power trio: Freeman, Swanson, Acuña rally Braves past Nats
WASHINGTON (AP) — With Ronald Acuña Jr., Freddie Freeman and Marcell Ozuna as the top three hitters in his lineup, Braves manager Brian Snitker knows an early five-run deficit is hardly insurmountable.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Pitt wary, optimistic as it hosts Austin Peay in 2020 opener
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Pat Narduzzi never lost hope. Not during the early days of the shutdown caused by the COVID-19 pandemic, the one that cost the Pittsburgh coach valuable spring practice time. Not during the middle of summer, as nearly half of the FBS decided to hold off on playing …
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
No. 18 Tar Heels open season against Orange in ACC matchup
North Carolina coach Mack Brown hasn’t tried to dismiss the high expectations that are following his 18th-ranked Tar Heels entering Saturday’s season-opening visit from Syracuse.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Cowboys' Prescott acknowledges mental struggles of offseason
FRISCO, Texas (AP) — Dak Prescott says he was already feeling the emotional burden of the pandemic when the star quarterback of the Dallas Cowboys received word that one of his brothers had died by suicide in the spring.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Big Ben back for Steelers, Judge era begins for N.Y. Giants
EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. (AP) — The Pittsburgh Steelers and New York Giants are playing guessing games to some extent heading into their season opener at MetLife Stadium on Monday night.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Georgia Tech mum on name of Yellow Jackets' starting QB
ATLANTA (AP) — Georgia Tech has finally decided on a starting quarterback.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Diggs, Adams a formidable duo at back of Seahawks defense
RENTON, Wash. (AP) — When he first got word the trade was going down and he was on the move, Jamal Adams grabbed his phone and reached out to one of his closest friends.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Chiefs begin title defense with 34-20 victory over Texans
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — Just about the only thing that looked familiar about the NFL's long-awaited return Thursday night was the sight of Patrick Mahomes effortlessly leading the Kansas City Chiefs up and down the field.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Familiar opponents: Seahawks, Falcons know each other well
ATLANTA (AP) — The offseason program was virtual. There were no preseason games to work out the kinks or gauge the opposition. Any familiarity will be welcomed in Week 1 of the NFL season.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Muschamp: South Carolina quarterback competition continues
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — South Carolina coach Will Muschamp is letting his first true quarterback battle in four years go a little bit longer.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Singer flirts with no-hitter for 8, Royals beat Indians 11-1
CLEVELAND (AP) — Brady Singer's bid at history turned to heartbreak in one pitch.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Louisville kicks off season vs. in-state rival Hilltoppers
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (AP) — Western Kentucky and Louisville kick off the season hoping to build on impressive turnarounds a year ago.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Indians break up rookie Singer's no-hit bid in 8th
CLEVELAND (AP) — Cleveland's Austin Hedges broke up Kansas City rookie Brady Singer's no-hit bid with a two-out single in the eighth inning on Thursday night.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Diamondbacks shake prolonged slump, beat Dodgers 5-2
PHOENIX (AP) — Rookie pitcher Riley Smith earned his first career win. Newly acquired reliever Travis Bergen got his first major league save.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Yadiel Hernández makes big league debut at age 32 for Nats
WASHINGTON (AP) — Yadiel Hernández, who played for five years at a top level in his native Cuba before signing with Washington in 2016, made his major league debut at age 32 for the Nationals on Thursday night.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Betts gets rare start at 2B for Dodgers vs. Diamondbacks
PHOENIX (AP) — Mookie Betts will be making his first start at second base since 2014 on Thursday night when the Los Angeles Dodgers play the Arizona Diamondbacks.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
MLS NEXT launching; Lletget and Dike honored
Major League Soccer has unveiled MLS NEXT, its elite youth development platform that seeks to fill the gap after the U.S. Soccer Development Academy shuttered in April.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Why not us?: Ohio State's Day wants answers from Big Ten
COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) — Ohio State coach Ryan Day is pushing the Big Ten for answers about when the conference plans to play a football season.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Missouri St coach Petrino returns to big stage vs. Oklahoma
For a day, Bobby Petrino will return to the big stage.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Raiders uncertain what they'll see from new-look Panthers
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) — Raiders general manager Mike Mayock has no idea what to expect from the Carolina Panthers on Sunday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Trevor Lawrence, No. 1 Clemson begin another title chase
Trevor Lawrence has only lost one game since taking over as Clemson’s starting quarterback in 2018.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
No. 14 Texas eager to get to kickoff with opener vs UTEP
AUSTIN, Texas (AP) — For Texas quarterback Sam Ehlinger, each day of summer workouts and training camp felt like uneasy steps toward a season that might never come.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
West Virginia set to debut against FCS Eastern Kentucky
West Virginia coach Neal Brown has a soft spot for teams from his native Kentucky, keeping his comments positive for an upcoming opponent that did little right in its opening game.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
For ACC campuses, replicating pro-sports bubbles a challenge
RALEIGH, N.C. (AP) — Braden Galloway is seeing shorter lines at fast-food restaurants and fewer people around campus after Clemson started the fall semester with online-only undergraduate classes amid the coronavirus pandemic.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Coastal Carolina visits Kansas in opener Saturday night
LAWRENCE, Kan. (AP) — Still a newcomer to college football's highest level, Coastal Carolina was looking forward to a visit from its first opponent from a major conference when Kansas was due to visit Brooks Stadium in late September.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Former All-Star third baseman Jake Lamb DFA'd by D-backs
PHOENIX (AP) — The Arizona Diamondbacks kept up their roster overhaul on Thursday, parting ways with former All-Star infielder Jake Lamb.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Johnson shines as Texans fall to Chiefs in season opener
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — The Houston Texans got what they wanted from David Johnson and the rest of their newcomers in their debuts.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
K-State to kick off season against Arkansas State
MANHATTAN, Kan. (AP) — Kansas State coach Chris Klieman was visibly relieved when he settled down in front of a camera to discuss with reporters the Wildcats' season opener against Arkansas State this weekend.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Dodgers starter May hit on foot by grounder, exits early
PHOENIX (AP) — Los Angeles Dodgers starting pitcher Dustin May left Thursday night's game against the Arizona Diamondbacks after just one inning after he was hit on the left foot by a sharp grounder.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Brady, Brees to make history in Bucs-Saints Week 1 opener
NEW ORLEANS (AP) — After a century of NFL football, this season’s Week 1 slate features the first game ever to involve two quarterbacks in their 40s: Tampa Bay’s Tom Brady and New Orleans’ Drew Brees.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Diamondbacks shake prolonged slump, beat Dodgers 5-2
PHOENIX (AP) — Rookie pitcher Riley Smith earned his first career win. Newly acquired reliever Travis Bergen got his first major league save.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Johnson shines as Texans fall to Chiefs in season opener
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — The Houston Texans got what they wanted from David Johnson and the rest of their newcomers in their debuts.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Chiefs begin title defense with 34-20 victory over Texans
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — Just about the only thing that looked familiar about the NFL's long-awaited return Thursday night was the sight of Patrick Mahomes effortlessly leading the Kansas City Chiefs up and down the field.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Yadiel Hernández makes big league debut at age 32 for Nats
WASHINGTON (AP) — Yadiel Hernández, who played for five years at a top level in his native Cuba before signing with Washington in 2016, made his major league debut at age 32 for the Nationals on Thursday night.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Dodgers starter May hit on foot by grounder, exits early
PHOENIX (AP) — Los Angeles Dodgers starting pitcher Dustin May left Thursday night's game against the Arizona Diamondbacks after just one inning after he was hit on the left foot by a sharp grounder.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Power trio: Freeman, Swanson, Acuña rally Braves past Nats
WASHINGTON (AP) — With Ronald Acuña Jr., Freddie Freeman and Marcell Ozuna as the top three hitters in his lineup, Braves manager Brian Snitker knows an early five-run deficit is hardly insurmountable.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Singer flirts with no-hitter for 8, Royals beat Indians 11-1
CLEVELAND (AP) — Brady Singer's bid at history turned to heartbreak in one pitch.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Raiders uncertain what they'll see from new-look Panthers
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) — Raiders general manager Mike Mayock has no idea what to expect from the Carolina Panthers on Sunday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Indians break up rookie Singer's no-hit bid in 8th
CLEVELAND (AP) — Cleveland's Austin Hedges broke up Kansas City rookie Brady Singer's no-hit bid with a two-out single in the eighth inning on Thursday night.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Brady, Brees to make history in Bucs-Saints Week 1 opener
NEW ORLEANS (AP) — After a century of NFL football, this season’s Week 1 slate features the first game ever to involve two quarterbacks in their 40s: Tampa Bay’s Tom Brady and New Orleans’ Drew Brees.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Newton feeling thankful, not pressure taking over as Pats QB
FOXBOROUGH, Mass. (AP) — There are a lot of things Cam Newton is feeling as he prepares to take the field Sunday to succeed Tom Brady as the Patriots’ starting quarterback.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Royals rookie Singer holds Indians without hit for 7 innings
CLEVELAND (AP) — Kansas City Royals rookie Brady Singer has not allowed the Cleveland Indians a hit through seven innings on Thursday night.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
MLS NEXT launching; Lletget and Dike honored
Major League Soccer has unveiled MLS NEXT, its elite youth development platform that seeks to fill the gap after the U.S. Soccer Development Academy shuttered in April.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Cowboys' Prescott acknowledges mental struggles of offseason
FRISCO, Texas (AP) — Dak Prescott says he was already feeling the emotional burden of the pandemic when the star quarterback of the Dallas Cowboys received word that one of his brothers had died by suicide in the spring.
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Diggs, Adams a formidable duo at back of Seahawks defense
RENTON, Wash. (AP) — When he first got word the trade was going down and he was on the move, Jamal Adams grabbed his phone and reached out to one of his closest friends.
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Betts gets rare start at 2B for Dodgers vs. Diamondbacks
PHOENIX (AP) — Mookie Betts will be making his first start at second base since 2014 on Thursday night when the Los Angeles Dodgers play the Arizona Diamondbacks.
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Big Ben back for Steelers, Judge era begins for N.Y. Giants
EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. (AP) — The Pittsburgh Steelers and New York Giants are playing guessing games to some extent heading into their season opener at MetLife Stadium on Monday night.
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Familiar opponents: Seahawks, Falcons know each other well
ATLANTA (AP) — The offseason program was virtual. There were no preseason games to work out the kinks or gauge the opposition. Any familiarity will be welcomed in Week 1 of the NFL season.
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QB position in spotlight for Dolphins-Patriots season opener
FOXBOROUGH, Mass. (AP) — Bill Belichick and Brian Flores have built their NFL coaching reputations on the defensive side of the ball.
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Packers' Kirksey ready to show what he can do when healthy
Green Bay Packers linebacker Christian Kirksey is eager to reintroduce himself to the NFL after missing most of the last two seasons.
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Bears, Lions hope to start strong after disappointing year
DETROIT (AP) — The Chicago
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Bears' chairman wants to talk to Urlacher about posts
Chicago Bears chairman George McCaskey at first thought Hall of Famer Brian Urlacher's Instagram account was hacked last month.
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Chargers' Keenan Allen looks to show extension was worth it
COSTA MESA, Calif. (AP) — Keenan Allen celebrated his four-year, $80.1 million extension with Taco Tuesday and a margarita.
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Giants have a practice do-over with coach Joe Judge unhappy
EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. (AP) — Joe Judge is demanding perfection in his first season as coach of the New York Giants, and the team paid for not having it in gearing up for the season opener against the Pittsburgh Steelers.
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'Get your popcorn ready:' Jackson hopes to shine for Eagles
DeSean Jackson hasn't done much on a football field since making eight catches for 154 yards and two touchdowns in the Philadelphia Eagles' 2019 season-opening victory against Washington.
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Steelers' Banner grateful, eager after winning starting job
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Zach Banner looks back at the early stages of his NFL career and doesn't like what he sees: an overweight, poorly disciplined kid letting the opportunity of a lifetime slip through his fingers.
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Division rivals Ravens, Browns confront 'unknowns' in opener
BALTIMORE (AP) — The Baltimore Ravens are poised to follow a bizarre training camp with a season opener shrouded in mystery.
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Why not us?: Ohio State's Day wants answers from Big Ten
COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) — Ohio State coach Ryan Day is pushing the Big Ten for answers about when the conference plans to play a football season.
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Jones' Cowboys visit Kroenke's Rams to open SoFi Stadium
INGLEWOOD, Calif. (AP) — Before Stan Kroenke became the driving force behind the NFL's return to Los Angeles, Jerry Jones had a leading role in the years of political maneuvering, hard work and massive construction that led to the inaugural game at SoFi Stadium.
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PSG begins title defense without stars in 1-0 loss at Lens
PARIS (AP) — Defending champion Paris Saint-Germain opened its league campaign without its stars and lost 1-0 at promoted Lens on Thursday.
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Ready or not: Joe Burrow era begins vs Joey Bosa, Chargers
CINCINNATI (AP) — On the other side of Ohio, Joe Burrow's parents are trying to arrange a way to watch their son's NFL debut amid the pandemic precautions.
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Former All-Star third baseman Jake Lamb DFA'd by D-backs
PHOENIX (AP) — The Arizona Diamondbacks kept up their roster overhaul on Thursday, parting ways with former All-Star infielder Jake Lamb.
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Virus causes more delays for African Champions League
The governing body of African soccer decided Thursday to push back the semifinals and final of its Champions League by another three weeks because of a spike in coronavirus cases and new travel restrictions in Morocco, which has two teams in the last four.
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Healthy Beckham, Landry hope for big 2nd season with Browns
BEREA, Ohio (AP) — The NFL season that close friends and former LSU teammates Jarvis Landry and Odell Beckham Jr. envisioned playing, the one where they shredded secondaries, dominated and qualified for the playoffs together, didn't materialize in 2019.
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Nationals recall 32-year-old rookie Yadiel Hernández
WASHINGTON (AP) — The Nationals have selected the contract of 32-year-old rookie Yadiel Hernández, who played for five years at a top level in his native Cuba before signing with Washington in 2016.
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Digging it: Bills unveil new wrinkle in opening against Jets
ORCHARD PARK, N.Y. (AP) — The day Stefon Diggs has been waiting for since March has finally arrived. It's time for the receiver to make his debut with the Buffalo Bills.
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No. 18 Tar Heels open season against Orange in ACC matchup
North Carolina coach Mack Brown hasn’t tried to dismiss the high expectations that are following his 18th-ranked Tar Heels entering Saturday’s season-opening visit from Syracuse.
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No. 14 Texas eager to get to kickoff with opener vs UTEP
AUSTIN, Texas (AP) — For Texas quarterback Sam Ehlinger, each day of summer workouts and training camp felt like uneasy steps toward a season that might never come.
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K-State to kick off season against Arkansas State
MANHATTAN, Kan. (AP) — Kansas State coach Chris Klieman was visibly relieved when he settled down in front of a camera to discuss with reporters the Wildcats' season opener against Arkansas State this weekend.
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Pitt wary, optimistic as it hosts Austin Peay in 2020 opener
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Pat Narduzzi never lost hope. Not during the early days of the shutdown caused by the COVID-19 pandemic, the one that cost the Pittsburgh coach valuable spring practice time. Not during the middle of summer, as nearly half of the FBS decided to hold off on playing …
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Missouri St coach Petrino returns to big stage vs. Oklahoma
For a day, Bobby Petrino will return to the big stage.
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Coastal Carolina visits Kansas in opener Saturday night
LAWRENCE, Kan. (AP) — Still a newcomer to college football's highest level, Coastal Carolina was looking forward to a visit from its first opponent from a major conference when Kansas was due to visit Brooks Stadium in late September.
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Muschamp: South Carolina quarterback competition continues
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — South Carolina coach Will Muschamp is letting his first true quarterback battle in four years go a little bit longer.
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Louisville kicks off season vs. in-state rival Hilltoppers
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (AP) — Western Kentucky and Louisville kick off the season hoping to build on impressive turnarounds a year ago.
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West Virginia set to debut against FCS Eastern Kentucky
West Virginia coach Neal Brown has a soft spot for teams from his native Kentucky, keeping his comments positive for an upcoming opponent that did little right in its opening game.
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Trevor Lawrence, No. 1 Clemson begin another title chase
Trevor Lawrence has only lost one game since taking over as Clemson’s starting quarterback in 2018.
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European soccer leagues kick off congested, uncertain season
GENEVA (AP) — Star
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As top teams rest, Spanish soccer season kicks off
MADRID (AP) — Despite offseason fireworks around Lionel Messi’s future, the Spanish soccer league’s new season features a low-profile opening weekend as top teams are still resting from their recent European competitions.
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Analysis: Chelsea defies pandemic with $250M overhaul
It was the height of the coronavirus outbreak, cost-cutting was rife across English soccer and beyond, and a top official at one of the world’s richest clubs was delivering a sobering message.
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NHL's final four have gotten deeper with plenty of newcomers
Joe Pavelski was the captain of a team that went to the Western Conference finals last season, playing opposite Patrick Maroon’s team that went on to win the Stanley Cup.
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DK Metcalf poised for breakout second season with Seahawks
RENTON, Wash. (AP) — While football was the primary focus of their offseason workouts, DK Metcalf picked up a new skill during his time hanging out with Russell Wilson.
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Chargers' Taylor excited going into first start since 2018
COSTA MESA, Calif. (AP) — Tyrod Taylor knew when was selected in the sixth round of the 2011 draft by the Baltimore Ravens that his road to becoming a starting quarterback wasn't going to be easy and that he was going to take advantage of every opportunity.
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McCann homers twice, White Sox top Pirates on Clemente Day
PITTSBURGH (AP) — The Pittsburgh Pirates spent the day honoring Hall of Famer Roberto Clemente. The organization participated in acts of community service. The players all wore Clemente's famous No. 21, the first time a Pirates player donned that number since Clemente's death 48 years ago. There was an extended …
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For the 'Great One'; Pirates, MLB honor Roberto Clemente
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Roberto Clemente's iconic No. 21 has been a fixture in Pittsburgh for more than 60 years. Its presence has only grown since the Hall of Fame outfielder's death at age 38 on New Year's Eve 1972 in a plane crash off the coast of his native Puerto …
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Saints defense expects surprises vs. Brady, new-look Bucs
NEW ORLEANS (AP) — Saints cornerback Marshon Lattimore suspects he and his defensive teammates are in for some surprises against Tom Brady and the new-look Tampa Bay Buccaneers.
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Dodgers score twice in 10th to beat Diamondbacks 6-4
PHOENIX (AP) — Chris Taylor and AJ Pollock each hit a run-scoring single in the 10th inning and the Los Angeles Dodgers overcame a rare off night for ace Clayton Kershaw to beat the Arizona Diamondbacks 6-4 on Wednesday.
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Rams LB Terrell Lewis' knee problem less serious than feared
THOUSAND OAKS, Calif. (AP) — Linebacker Terrell Lewis will miss at least the first three weeks of his rookie season with the Rams due to a right knee problem that isn't as serious as Los Angeles first feared.
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Braves set franchise record for runs, hammer Marlins 29-9
ATLANTA (AP) — Manager Brian Snitker was just hoping to shake up the Atlanta Braves' lineup following a shutout loss.
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Braves quickly set franchise mark for most runs in game
ATLANTA (AP) — The Braves have set the franchise record for runs in a game, and they needed only six innings to set the mark.
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Rodgers more appreciative of LaFleur after virtual offseason
Green Bay Packers quarterback Aaron Rodgers says all those Zoom sessions during this unusual offseason improved his comfort level with the offense and his working relationship with second-year coach Matt LaFleur.
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Pac-12 programs differ on reporting student-athlete cases
While the Pac-12 will soon be able to rapidly test athletes, hopes that a fall football season might be salvaged remain premature.
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Swinney: No. 1 Clemson ready to begin another title run
Clemson coach Dabo Swinney is not sure he has ever been this eager to start a season for the top-ranked Tigers after months of uncertainty due to the global pandemic.
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Georgia Tech mum on name of Yellow Jackets' starting QB
ATLANTA (AP) — Georgia Tech has finally decided on a starting quarterback.
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Forecasting freshman stars particularly tough this season
Figuring out which true freshmen could make an impact is more challenging than usual this year with the coronavirus pandemic having such an impact on the preseason.
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BYU rolls past Navy 55-3 in season-opener with no fans
ANNAPOLIS, Md. (AP) — BYU coach Kalani Sitake did a fine job of keeping his players safe from COVID-19 while getting them ready to open a new football season.
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For ACC campuses, replicating pro-sports bubbles a challenge
RALEIGH, N.C. (AP) — Braden Galloway is seeing shorter lines at fast-food restaurants and fewer people around campus after Clemson started the fall semester with online-only undergraduate classes amid the coronavirus pandemic.
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Florida QB Trask ready to take 'next jump' in progression
GAINESVILLE, Fla. (AP) — Isolated from coaches, teammates and friends during the coronavirus pandemic, Kyle Trask found plenty of extra free time this offseason.
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Syracuse coach Dino Babers likes his Orange's leadership
Syracuse coach Dino Babers sees a somewhat reassuring positive as the opener of his fifth season at the helm of the Orange looms.
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B12 nears kickoff with games not being played stark reminder
With most Big 12 teams getting ready to play season openers this weekend, Commissioner Bob Bowlsby feels good about where the league is and confident that the best job is being done to ensure the safety of players, coaches and anyone else associated with the games.
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DK Metcalf poised for breakout second season with Seahawks
RENTON, Wash. (AP) — While football was the primary focus of their offseason workouts, DK Metcalf picked up a new skill during his time hanging out with Russell Wilson.
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Dodgers score twice in 10th to beat Diamondbacks 6-4
PHOENIX (AP) — Chris Taylor and AJ Pollock each hit a run-scoring single in the 10th inning and the Los Angeles Dodgers overcame a rare off night for ace Clayton Kershaw to beat the Arizona Diamondbacks 6-4 on Wednesday.
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Braves set franchise record for runs, hammer Marlins 29-9
ATLANTA (AP) — Manager Brian Snitker was just hoping to shake up the Atlanta Braves' lineup following a shutout loss.
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McCann homers twice, White Sox top Pirates on Clemente Day
PITTSBURGH (AP) — The Pittsburgh Pirates spent the day honoring Hall of Famer Roberto Clemente. The organization participated in acts of community service. The players all wore Clemente's famous No. 21, the first time a Pirates player donned that number since Clemente's death 48 years ago. There was an extended …
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Braves quickly set franchise mark for most runs in game
ATLANTA (AP) — The Braves have set the franchise record for runs in a game, and they needed only six innings to set the mark.
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Saints defense expects surprises vs. Brady, new-look Bucs
NEW ORLEANS (AP) — Saints cornerback Marshon Lattimore suspects he and his defensive teammates are in for some surprises against Tom Brady and the new-look Tampa Bay Buccaneers.
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Pac-12 programs differ on reporting student-athlete cases
While the Pac-12 will soon be able to rapidly test athletes, hopes that a fall football season might be salvaged remain premature.
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Chargers' Taylor excited going into first start since 2018
COSTA MESA, Calif. (AP) — Tyrod Taylor knew when was selected in the sixth round of the 2011 draft by the Baltimore Ravens that his road to becoming a starting quarterback wasn't going to be easy and that he was going to take advantage of every opportunity.
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Rodgers more appreciative of LaFleur after virtual offseason
Green Bay Packers quarterback Aaron Rodgers says all those Zoom sessions during this unusual offseason improved his comfort level with the offense and his working relationship with second-year coach Matt LaFleur.
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For the 'Great One'; Pirates, MLB honor Roberto Clemente
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Roberto Clemente's iconic No. 21 has been a fixture in Pittsburgh for more than 60 years. Its presence has only grown since the Hall of Fame outfielder's death at age 38 on New Year's Eve 1972 in a plane crash off the coast of his native Puerto …
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Rams LB Terrell Lewis' knee problem less serious than feared
THOUSAND OAKS, Calif. (AP) — Linebacker Terrell Lewis will miss at least the first three weeks of his rookie season with the Rams due to a right knee problem that isn't as serious as Los Angeles first feared.
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Corner lockdown: Ramsey gets 5 years, $105 million from Rams
THOUSAND OAKS, Calif. (AP) — Jalen Ramsey showed up at Jacksonville Jaguars training camp last year in an armored bank truck.
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Spanish league forced to reschedule games after dispute
MADRID (AP) — New season, same old story.
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Daniel Jones no longer Eli's backup, will start for Giants
EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. (AP) — Daniel Jones is heading into his second season with the New York Giants in a different position.
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Trubisky ready to show he's right quarterback to lead Bears
Mitchell Trubisky watched as the Chicago Bears traded for Super Bowl 52 MVP Nick Foles to compete with him for the starting quarterback job.
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Rivers ready to begin new chapter as Colts quarterback
INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — Philip Rivers felt the adrenaline rush long before arriving at the Indianapolis Colts complex Wednesday.
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For ACC campuses, replicating pro-sports bubbles a challenge
RALEIGH, N.C. (AP) — Braden Galloway is seeing shorter lines at fast-food restaurants and fewer people around campus after Clemson started the fall semester with online-only undergraduate classes amid the coronavirus pandemic.
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In 10th season, Mark Ingram still running strong for Ravens
OWINGS MILLS, Md. (AP) — In his ninth NFL season, Mark Ingram rambled for 1,018 yards as part of the most prolific running attack in the history of the league.
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Ryan at 35: Falcons QB still performing at high level
ATLANTA (AP) — By NFL standards, Matt Ryan is a senior citizen.
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Same story for Bucks: Super regular season, painful playoff
MILWAUKEE (AP) — Posting the NBA’s best record once again couldn’t help the Milwaukee Bucks win a conference title, let alone a league championship.
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Patriots' young LBs could get playing time early this season
FOXBOROUGH, Mass. (AP) — The Patriots expected to have a different look at on defense this season following an offseason that saw the departures of linebackers Jamie Collins, Kyle Van Noy and Elandon Roberts.
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Caribbean island takes FIFA to court to join world soccer
GENEVA (AP) — The tiny Caribbean island of Bonaire’s soccer federation challenged FIFA at sport’s highest court Wednesday seeking membership of the world governing body.
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No Tua, but Dolphins will rely heavily on rookies in opener
MIAMI (AP) — At least four Miami Dolphins rookies are expected to see significant action in Sunday’s opener, and none is named
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No excuses: Mayfield turns page on 2019, focused for Browns
BEREA, Ohio (AP) — It's an overwhelming list: new coach, new offensive coordinator, injured receivers, unrealistic expectations, a leaky offensive line, typical Cleveland chaos.
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Beasley happy to share in upgraded Bills' passing attack
ORCHARD PARK, N.Y. (AP) — Bills receiver Cole Beasley had an epiphany in determining he’s going to focus less on personal production and more on team goals.
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Texans-Chiefs set to kick off NFL season unlike any other
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — It has been a mere eight months since Patrick Mahomes led Kansas City from a 24-0 hole to beat Deshaun Watson and the Houston Texans in the divisional round of the playoffs, a brutally efficient comeback that ultimately propelled the Chiefs to their first Super …
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Georgia Tech mum on name of Yellow Jackets' starting QB
ATLANTA (AP) — Georgia Tech has finally decided on a starting quarterback.
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Burke will work as analyst during conference, NBA Finals
Doris Burke will reach another milestone later this month when she calls the conference and NBA Finals for ESPN Radio, becoming the first woman to serve as a game analyst on a network television or radio broadcast this deep into the postseason.
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Infantino urges Italy to allow fans back in soccer stadiums
ROME (AP) — FIFA president Gianni Infantino met with Italian Premier Giuseppe Conte on Wednesday to discuss bringing back fans to soccer stadiums amid the coronavirus pandemic.
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Jalen Ramsey gets 5-year, $105 million extension from Rams
THOUSAND OAKS, Calif. (AP) — Jalen Ramsey will become the highest-paid defensive back in NFL history after agreeing to a five-year, $105 million contract extension with the Los Angeles Rams.
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Steelers LB Ryan Shazier announces retirement
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Ryan Shazier wants to make something clear. His comeback from a spinal injury suffered nearly three years ago remains very much on course.
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PREMIER LEAGUE 2020-21: Rodriguez, Havertz among signings
A look at some of the most high-profile new signings across the Premier League ahead of the new season starting Saturday:
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Spanish league kickoff at risk over scheduling dispute
MADRID (AP) — New season, same old story.
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Home run: Browns sign RB Kareem Hunt to 2-year extension
Kareem Hunt has found a home — at home.
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Sánchez, 4 relievers throw 4-hitter as Marlins blank Braves
ATLANTA (AP) — Sixto Sánchez is helping the Miami Marlins match up with the Braves, even in Atlanta.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Swinney: No. 1 Clemson ready to begin another title run
Clemson coach Dabo Swinney is not sure he has ever been this eager to start a season for the top-ranked Tigers after months of uncertainty due to the global pandemic.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Revamped, revised college schedule produces Navy-BYU opener
Navy was supposed to open its football season in August against Notre Dame in Ireland before the coronavirus pandemic put an end to that endeavor.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Mills sharp, Bote has 2 RBIs as Cubs beat Reds 3-0
CHICAGO (AP) — Alec Mills watches Yu Darvish and Kyle Hendricks pitch, and he wants to help carry the load for Chicago's rotation.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Billy Donovan out as Thunder coach after 5 seasons
Billy Donovan won't return as coach of the Oklahoma City Thunder after five seasons, the team announced Tuesday night, ending a largely successful run that ought to make him an attractive candidate for jobs around the league.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
LA Clippers get final city approval to build Inglewood arena
INGLEWOOD, Calif. (AP) — The Los Angeles Clippers have received final approval from Inglewood's city government to begin construction on their new arena next summer.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Myers hits slam, solo shot in Padres' 14-5 win vs Rockies
SAN DIEGO (AP) — “Slam Diego” is back, and Mike Clevinger was the beneficiary en route to his first win with the Padres.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Forecasting freshman stars particularly tough this season
Figuring out which true freshmen could make an impact is more challenging than usual this year with the coronavirus pandemic having such an impact on the preseason.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Human rights groups ask IOC to move Olympics from China
TOKYO (AP) — China's repression in Tibet, the status of the exiled Dalai Lama and its treatment of ethnic minorities spurred violent protests ahead of Beijing's 2008 Olympics.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
For college football on TV, 'the season itself is the story'
The networks that televise college football are adjusting to a smaller inventory of games because many conferences won't be playing this fall because of the coronavirus pandemic.
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Reds president Williams hopes for strong finish for team
CHICAGO (AP) — Cincinnati Reds president of baseball operations Dick Williams expressed confidence in manager David Bell and his coaching staff Tuesday, but he said he would be “extremely disappointed” if the team fails to make the playoffs.
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Bills sign ex-Packers receiver Kumerow to practice squad
BUFFALO, N.Y. (AP) — Aaron Rodgers' loss in Green Bay is the Bills' gain after Buffalo signed receiver Jake Kumerow to its practice squad on Tuesday, three days after he was cut by the Packers.
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PICK SIX: Plenty of big games still scheduled amid pandemic
Last year, we published
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Lux hits 2 HRs, lifts Dodgers over D-backs in 10 innings
PHOENIX (AP) — With one big swing in extra innings, rookie Gavin Lux provided a reminder about why he's such a valued prospect.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
BYU rolls past Navy 55-3 in season-opener with no fans
ANNAPOLIS, Md. (AP) — BYU coach Kalani Sitake did a fine job of keeping his players safe from COVID-19 while getting them ready to open a new football season.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Colts' new kicker constructing new chapter as opener nears
INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — Rookie kicker Rodrigo Blankenship spent last weekend putting together Lego sets as the Indianapolis Colts debated his future.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Florida QB Trask ready to take 'next jump' in progression
GAINESVILLE, Fla. (AP) — Isolated from coaches, teammates and friends during the coronavirus pandemic, Kyle Trask found plenty of extra free time this offseason.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Syracuse coach Dino Babers likes his Orange's leadership
Syracuse coach Dino Babers sees a somewhat reassuring positive as the opener of his fifth season at the helm of the Orange looms.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
B12 nears kickoff with games not being played stark reminder
With most Big 12 teams getting ready to play season openers this weekend, Commissioner Bob Bowlsby feels good about where the league is and confident that the best job is being done to ensure the safety of players, coaches and anyone else associated with the games.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Lux hits 2 HRs, lifts Dodgers over D-backs in 10 innings
PHOENIX (AP) — Rookie Gavin Lux hit two homers, including a three-run shot in the 10th inning, and the Los Angeles Dodgers rallied from four runs down to beat the Arizona Diamondbacks 10-9 on Tuesday night.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Myers hits slam, solo shot in Padres' 14-5 win vs Rockies
SAN DIEGO (AP) — “Slam Diego” is back, and Mike Clevinger was the beneficiary en route to his first win with the Padres.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Mills sharp, Bote has 2 RBIs as Cubs beat Reds 3-0
CHICAGO (AP) — Alec Mills watches Yu Darvish and Kyle Hendricks pitch, and he wants to help carry the load for Chicago's rotation.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Sánchez, 4 relievers throw 4-hitter as Marlins blank Braves
ATLANTA (AP) — Sixto Sánchez is helping the Miami Marlins match up with the Braves, even in Atlanta.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Billy Donovan out as Thunder coach after 5 seasons
Billy Donovan won't return as coach of the Oklahoma City Thunder after five seasons, the team announced Tuesday night, ending a largely successful run that ought to make him an attractive candidate for jobs around the league.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Reds president Williams hopes for strong finish for team
CHICAGO (AP) — Cincinnati Reds president of baseball operations Dick Williams expressed confidence in manager David Bell and his coaching staff Tuesday, but he said he would be “extremely disappointed” if the team fails to make the playoffs.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
LA Clippers get final city approval to build Inglewood arena
INGLEWOOD, Calif. (AP) — The Los Angeles Clippers have received final approval from Inglewood's city government to begin construction on their new arena next summer.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Home run: Browns sign RB Kareem Hunt to 2-year extension
Kareem Hunt has found a home — at home.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Colts' new kicker constructing new chapter as opener nears
INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — Rookie kicker Rodrigo Blankenship spent last weekend putting together Lego sets as the Indianapolis Colts debated his future.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Florida QB Trask ready to take 'next jump' in progression
GAINESVILLE, Fla. (AP) — Isolated from coaches, teammates and friends during the coronavirus pandemic, Kyle Trask found plenty of extra free time this offseason.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Direct deposit: WR Hopkins negotiates own deal with Arizona
TEMPE, Ariz. (AP) — DeAndre Hopkins is one of the NFL's best players. Someday, he'd like to run one of the game's best organizations.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Bills sign ex-Packers receiver Kumerow to practice squad
BUFFALO, N.Y. (AP) — Aaron Rodgers' loss in Green Bay is the Bills' gain after Buffalo signed receiver Jake Kumerow to its practice squad on Tuesday, three days after he was cut by the Packers.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Rivera misses Washington practice to begin cancer treatments
Ron Rivera missed Washington's first game week practice to begin treatment for a form of skin cancer, so Jack Del Rio stepped in as planned.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Fournette excited for fresh start with Brady-led Buccaneers
TAMPA, Fla. (AP) — Leonard Fournette feels he and the Tampa Bay Buccaneers are an ideal match.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Innovative, ultramodern SoFi Stadium ready to welcome NFL
INGLEWOOD, Calif. (AP) — When Stan Kroenke asked his fellow NFL owners for permission to return pro football to Los Angeles nearly a half-decade ago, he won them over by promising something nobody else could realistically deliver.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Ronaldo reaches century of international goals for Portugal
Add 100 international goals to the extraordinary list of milestones achieved by soccer superstar Cristiano Ronaldo.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Swinney: No. 1 Clemson ready to begin another title run
Clemson coach Dabo Swinney is not sure he has ever been this eager to start a season for the top-ranked Tigers after months of uncertainty due to the global pandemic.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Cardinals, WR Hopkins agree to 2-year extension through 2024
TEMPE, Ariz. (AP) — The Cardinals have agreed to a two-year contract extension with star receiver DeAndre Hopkins that will keep the three-time All-Pro in Arizona through the 2024 season.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Carlos Bocanegra lone inductee to Soccer Hall for 2020
Former U.S. national team defender Carlos Bocanegra will be the lone inductee to the National Soccer Hall of Fame for 2020.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
AP source: Browns, RB Kareem Hunt agree to 2-year extension
Kareem Hunt has found a home — at home.
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AP source: Browns, RB Hunt agree to 2-year extension
Running back Kareem Hunt has agreed to a two-year, $13.25 million contract extension with the Cleveland Browns, a person familiar with the deal told the Associated Press.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Punter Colquitt's resume too good for Steelers to pass up
PITTSBURGH (AP) — The Pittsburgh Steelers couldn't ignore Dustin Colquitt's resume.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Chiefs, Texans fine-tuning for NFL opener Thursday night
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — Perhaps never before has the final full practice before an NFL game been more important than this season.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Giants waive Baker, cornerback facing armed robbery charges
EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. (AP) — The New York Giants have waived cornerback DeAndre Baker with the 22-year-old facing armed robbery charges relating to an incident in Florida in May.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
PREMIER LEAGUE 20-21: Brewster, Gordon can be breakout stars
Manchester United striker Mason Greenwood, Manchester City forward Phil Foden and Arsenal midfielder Bukayo Saka were the breakout stars in the Premier League last season.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Real Madrid makes some cash with squad moves for new season
MADRID (AP) — While Barcelona was working to keep Lionel Messi, defending champion Real Madrid was quietly making moves to get ready for the Spanish league.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Organizers, IOC trying to remove doubts over Tokyo Olympics
TOKYO (AP) — The International Olympic Committee and Japanese organizers are trying to convince the public that the postponed Tokyo Olympics will take place next year despite the COVID-19 pandemic.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Bills' White humbled upon signing life-changing contract
BUFFALO, N.Y. (AP) — Tre’Davious White joyfully broke down in tears several times on Monday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Marlins beat Braves 5-4 in 10th inning on Rojas's 4th hit
ATLANTA (AP) — Miguel Rojas had four hits, including a go-ahead double in the 10th inning, and the Miami Marlins beat the Atlanta Braves 5-4 on Monday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Hendricks goes 8 innings, Cubs beat Cardinals 5-1
CHICAGO (AP) — Kyle Hendricks hit his spots and kept hitters off balance. It was a command performance at a big moment for the Chicago Cubs.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Faith rewarded: Ex-DII receiver Taylor makes Packers' roster
Green Bay Packers receiver Malik Taylor never lost confidence he could find a home in the NFL, even as a Division II player who spent much of his senior season injured.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Segura bails out Phils' bullpen with HR in 10th to beat Mets
NEW YORK (AP) — Jean Segura has helped all over the Philadelphia Phillies infield this season.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Mariners win 6th straight, sweep Rangers with 8-4 victory
SEATTLE (AP) — Dylan Moore hit a solo home run and added a three-run double, Kyle Seager hit a two-run home run and the surging Seattle Mariners beat the Texas Rangers 8-4 on Monday for their first six-game winning streak since July 2019.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Revamped, revised college schedule produces Navy-BYU opener
Navy was supposed to open its football season in August against Notre Dame in Ireland before the coronavirus pandemic put an end to that endeavor.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Hilton hopes to add to Colts legacy with healthy season
INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — Ryan Grigson was working in Raleigh, North Carolina, the first time he spotted T.Y. Hilton.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Texas schools carry apprehension into kickoff amid pandemic
Houston Baptist still had three games scheduled for only its eighth football season when the FCS Southland Conference decided a few weeks ago to not play league games this fall.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Forecasting freshman stars particularly tough this season
Figuring out which true freshmen could make an impact is more challenging than usual this year with the coronavirus pandemic having such an impact on the preseason.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
For college football on TV, 'the season itself is the story'
The networks that televise college football are adjusting to a smaller inventory of games because many conferences won't be playing this fall because of the coronavirus pandemic.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Watson's week includes huge deal, book and date with Chiefs
HOUSTON (AP) — Deshaun Watson is having quite a week.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Messi back to training after deciding to stay with Barcelona
MADRID (AP) — Lionel Messi returned to training with Barcelona on Monday, almost two weeks after he told the club he wanted to leave.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Plesac solid for 7, Indians hand Royals seventh loss in row
CLEVELAND (AP) — Zach Plesac's return has been just what he wanted, and exactly what the Indians needed.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Barty opts out of French Open title defense amid pandemic
BRISBANE, Australia (AP) — Ash Barty has prioritized her health over her status as women's tennis No. 1 by opting out of a second Grand Slam event during the coronavirus pandemic, this time skipping a title defense at the French Open.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Profar, Lamet lead Padres to 1-0 win over Rockies
SAN DIEGO (AP) — Jurickson Profar hit an RBI double with no outs in the ninth inning for the San Diego Padres, who got a brilliant performance from right-hander Dinelson Lamet to beat the Colorado Rockies 1-0 on Monday night for their sixth victory in eight games.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Steelers sign All-Pro DT Cam Heyward to 5-year contract
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Cam Heyward knew his father, Craig “Ironhead” Heyward, bounced around the NFL during a decade-plus career as a running back that saw him suit up for five different teams.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
PICK SIX: Plenty of big games still scheduled amid pandemic
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Pineda stays sharp with 7 innings as Twins beat Tigers 6-2
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — Ryan Jeffers hit his first major league homer to spark Minnesota's four-run third inning, and Michael Pineda stayed sharp in his return from suspension by finishing seven innings for the Twins in a 6-2 win over the Detroit Tigers on Monday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Potential impact transfers this season aren't limited to QBs
While most of the offseason chatter surrounding college football transfers inevitably focuses on quarterbacks, plenty of notable players at other positions also switched teams and could make major impacts for their new schools this fall.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Chargers' WR Williams likely to be game decision vs. Bengals
COSTA MESA, Calif. (AP) — Mike Williams is likely to be a game-time decision for the Los Angles Chargers' opener against the Cincinnati Bengals.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Scherzer cools off Rays, Nats win 6-1 with makeshift lineup
WASHINGTON (AP) — For one night in this dud of a season for Washington, the defending World Series champion Nationals looked like themselves — getting a solid start from Max Scherzer, timely hitting and crisp defense.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
BYU rolls past Navy 55-3 in season-opener with no fans
ANNAPOLIS, Md. (AP) — BYU coach Kalani Sitake did a fine job of keeping his players safe from COVID-19 while getting them ready to open a new football season.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Syracuse coach Dino Babers likes his Orange's leadership
Syracuse coach Dino Babers sees a somewhat reassuring positive as the opener of his fifth season at the helm of the Orange looms.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
B12 nears kickoff with games not being played stark reminder
With most Big 12 teams getting ready to play season openers this weekend, Commissioner Bob Bowlsby feels good about where the league is and confident that the best job is being done to ensure the safety of players, coaches and anyone else associated with the games.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Logan Ryan happy to be back in Jersey, ready to help Giants
EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. (AP) — Logan Ryan is thrilled to be back in New Jersey, looking for an apartment for him and his pit bulls, and willing to do anything to help the New York Giants win this season.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Faith rewarded: Ex-DII receiver Taylor makes Packers' roster
Green Bay Packers receiver Malik Taylor never lost confidence he could find a home in the NFL, even as a Division II player who spent much of his senior season injured.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Syracuse coach Dino Babers likes his Orange's leadership
Syracuse coach Dino Babers sees a somewhat reassuring positive as the opener of his fifth season at the helm of the Orange looms.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Profar, Lamet lead Padres to 1-0 win over Rockies
SAN DIEGO (AP) — Jurickson Profar hit an RBI double with no outs in the ninth inning for the San Diego Padres, who got a brilliant performance from right-hander Dinelson Lamet to beat the Colorado Rockies 1-0 on Monday night for their sixth victory in eight games.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
BYU rolls past Navy 55-3 in season-opener with no fans
ANNAPOLIS, Md. (AP) — BYU coach Kalani Sitake did a fine job of keeping his players safe from COVID-19 while getting them ready to open a new football season.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
B12 nears kickoff with games not being played stark reminder
With most Big 12 teams getting ready to play season openers this weekend, Commissioner Bob Bowlsby feels good about where the league is and confident that the best job is being done to ensure the safety of players, coaches and anyone else associated with the games.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Barty opts out of French Open title defense amid pandemic
BRISBANE, Australia (AP) — Top-ranked Ash Barty will not defend her French Open title because of concerns over traveling during the COVID-19 pandemic.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Plesac solid for 7, Indians hand Royals seventh loss in row
CLEVELAND (AP) — Zach Plesac's return has been just what he wanted, and exactly what the Indians needed.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Bills' White humbled upon signing life-changing contract
BUFFALO, N.Y. (AP) — Tre’Davious White joyfully broke down in tears several times on Monday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Scherzer cools off Rays, Nats win 6-1 with makeshift lineup
WASHINGTON (AP) — For one night in this dud of a season for Washington, the defending World Series champion Nationals looked like themselves — getting a solid start from Max Scherzer, timely hitting and crisp defense.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Watson's week includes huge deal, book and date with Chiefs
HOUSTON (AP) — Deshaun Watson is having quite a week.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Mariners win 6th straight, sweep Rangers with 8-4 victory
SEATTLE (AP) — Dylan Moore hit a solo home run and added a three-run double, Kyle Seager hit a two-run home run and the surging Seattle Mariners beat the Texas Rangers 8-4 on Monday for their first six-game winning streak since July 2019.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Hendricks goes 8 innings, Cubs beat Cardinals 5-1
CHICAGO (AP) — Kyle Hendricks hit his spots and kept hitters off balance. It was a command performance at a big moment for the Chicago Cubs.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Logan Ryan happy to be back in Jersey, ready to help Giants
EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. (AP) — Logan Ryan is thrilled to be back in New Jersey, looking for an apartment for him and his pit bulls, and willing to do anything to help the New York Giants win this season.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Hilton hopes to add to Colts legacy with healthy season
INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — Ryan Grigson was working in Raleigh, North Carolina, the first time he spotted T.Y. Hilton.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
B12 nears kickoff with game not being played stark reminder
With nine Big 12 teams getting ready to play season openers this weekend, Commissioner Bob Bowlsby feels good about where the league is and confident that the best job is being done to ensure the safety of players, coaches and anyone else associated with the games.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Chargers' WR Williams likely to be game decision vs. Bengals
COSTA MESA, Calif. (AP) — Mike Williams is likely to be a game-time decision for the Los Angles Chargers' opener against the Cincinnati Bengals.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Marlins beat Braves 5-4 in 10th inning on Rojas's 4th hit
ATLANTA (AP) — Miguel Rojas had four hits, including a go-ahead double in the 10th inning, and the Miami Marlins beat the Atlanta Braves 5-4 on Monday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Segura bails out Phils' bullpen with HR in 10th to beat Mets
NEW YORK (AP) — Jean Segura has helped all over the Philadelphia Phillies infield this season.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Pineda stays sharp with 7 innings as Twins beat Tigers 6-2
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — Ryan Jeffers hit his first major league homer to spark Minnesota's four-run third inning, and Michael Pineda stayed sharp in his return from suspension by finishing seven innings for the Twins in a 6-2 win over the Detroit Tigers on Monday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Hungary closed to most, open to fans for soccer's Super Cup
GENEVA (AP) — For the first UEFA-organized game in six months with fans inside the stadium, the European soccer body detailed on Monday its demands for the Super Cup in Budapest despite Hungary closing its borders to most non-residents during the pandemic.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Dolphins' defense hope to be much better than in '19 opener
MIAMI (AP) — Josh Boyer is such a fan of football history that he can remember when the Miami Dolphins' defense was good.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Browns starting C Tretter returns to practice after surgery
CLEVELAND (AP) — The Browns could have their man in the middle for Sunday's opener.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Steelers sign All-Pro DT Cam Heyward to 5-year contract
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Cam Heyward knew his father, Craig “Ironhead” Heyward, bounced around the NFL during a decade-plus career as a running back that saw him suit up for five different teams.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Messi back to training after deciding to stay with Barcelona
MADRID (AP) — Lionel Messi returned to training with Barcelona on Monday, almost two weeks after he told the club he wanted to leave.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Freeman hits another grand slam, Braves beat Nationals 10-3
ATLANTA (AP) — Freddie Freeman hit his second career grand slam — and second of the series — leading the Atlanta Braves to a 10-3 win over Patrick Corbin and the Washington Nationals on Sunday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Timbers get late winner from Mora, top rival Sounders 2-1
SEATTLE (AP) — Substitute Felipe Mora scored after slipping behind the Seattle defense in the 83rd minute and the Portland Timbers beat the Sounders 2-1 on Sunday night.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Revamped, revised college schedule produces Navy-BYU opener
Navy was supposed to open its football season in August against Notre Dame in Ireland before the coronavirus pandemic put an end to that endeavor.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Angels rally in 8th to complete 4-game sweep of Astros
ANAHEIM, Calif. (AP) — Anthony Rendon homered, Jared Walsh and Justin Upton delivered key hits during a four-run eighth inning and the Los Angeles Angels defeated the Houston Astros 9-5 on Sunday to sweep the series.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Texas schools carry apprehension into kickoff amid pandemic
Houston Baptist still had three games scheduled for only its eighth football season when the FCS Southland Conference decided a few weeks ago to not play league games this fall.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Homers by Seager, Lewis lift Mariners past Rangers 4-3
SEATTLE (AP) — Kyle Seager hit a two-run homer, rookie Kyle Lewis added a solo shot and the Seattle Mariners beat the Texas Rangers 4-3 on Sunday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Forecasting freshman stars particularly tough this season
Figuring out which true freshmen could make an impact is more challenging than usual this year with the coronavirus pandemic having such an impact on the preseason.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Matt Kemp's clutch HR powers Rockies past Dodgers again, 7-6
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Matt Kemp hit a go-ahead, two-run homer in the eighth inning against his former team, and the Colorado Rockies sent the Los Angeles Dodgers to their first series loss of the season with a 7-6 victory Sunday night.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
For college football on TV, 'the season itself is the story'
The networks that televise college football are adjusting to a smaller inventory of games because many conferences won't be playing this fall because of the coronavirus pandemic.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
AP source: Peterson agrees to 1-year deal with Detroit
DETROIT (AP) — Adrian Peterson has agreed to a one-year contract with the Detroit Lions, a person with knowledge of the deal told The Associated Press.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Browns claim D-linemen Jackson, Taylor off waivers
CLEVELAND (AP) — The Browns are already busy reshuffling their defensive line.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
PICK SIX: Plenty of big games still scheduled amid pandemic
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Goldschmidt homers as Cardinals beat Lester, Cubs 7-3
CHICAGO (AP) — Paul Goldschmidt's drive got up and just kept going, soaring out of a windy Wrigley Field on Sunday night.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Potential impact transfers this season aren't limited to QBs
While most of the offseason chatter surrounding college football transfers inevitably focuses on quarterbacks, plenty of notable players at other positions also switched teams and could make major impacts for their new schools this fall.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Nations League: Record-breaker Fati stars in Spain rebuild
Its youngest-ever scorer and two goals from a captain twice his age. Spain couldn't ask for more from its rebuild.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Roberts, Marlowe re-sign with Bills day after getting cut
BUFFALO, N.Y. (AP) — Receiver Andre Roberts and safety Dean Marlowe were back with the Buffalo Bills on Sunday, a day after being cut.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Forecasting freshman stars particularly tough this season
Figuring out which true freshmen could make an impact is more challenging than usual this year with the coronavirus pandemic having such an impact on the preseason.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Matt Kemp's clutch HR powers Rockies past Dodgers again, 7-6
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Matt Kemp hit a go-ahead, two-run homer in the eighth inning against his former team, and the Colorado Rockies sent the Los Angeles Dodgers to their first series loss of the season with a 7-6 victory Sunday night.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Timbers get late winner from Mora, top rival Sounders 2-1
SEATTLE (AP) — Substitute Felipe Mora scored after slipping behind the Seattle defense in the 83rd minute and the Portland Timbers beat the Sounders 2-1 on Sunday night.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO
Goldschmidt homers as Cardinals beat Lester, Cubs 7-3
CHICAGO (AP) — Paul Goldschmidt's drive got up and just kept going, soaring out of a windy Wrigley Field on Sunday night.
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Angels rally in 8th to complete 4-game sweep of Astros
ANAHEIM, Calif. (AP) — Anthony Rendon homered, Jared Walsh and Justin Upton delivered key hits during a four-run eighth inning and the Los Angeles Angels defeated the Houston Astros 9-5 on Sunday to sweep the series.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Homers by Seager, Lewis lift Mariners past Rangers 4-3
SEATTLE (AP) — Kyle Seager hit a two-run homer, rookie Kyle Lewis added a solo shot and the Seattle Mariners beat the Texas Rangers 4-3 on Sunday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Roberts, Marlowe re-sign with Bills day after getting cut
BUFFALO, N.Y. (AP) — Receiver Andre Roberts and safety Dean Marlowe were back with the Buffalo Bills on Sunday, a day after being cut.
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Browns claim D-linemen Jackson, Taylor off waivers
CLEVELAND (AP) — The Browns are already busy reshuffling their defensive line.
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Bieber fans 10, Ramírez defensive gem as Indians top Brews
CLEVELAND (AP) — Shane Bieber threw some typically nasty strikes. He was most impressed with the one Indians third baseman José Ramírez fired.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Nations League: Record-breaker Fati stars in Spain rebuild
Its youngest-ever scorer and two goals from a captain twice his age. Spain couldn't ask for more from its rebuild.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Bieber fans 10, stays unbeaten as Indians beat Brewers 4-1
CLEVELAND (AP) — Shane Bieber struck out 10 in five innings to remain unbeaten in 2020 and Carlos Santana had two RBIs, leading the Cleveland Indians to a 4-1 win over the Milwaukee Brewers on Sunday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
DeGrom shines vs Phils' Nola, Mets get 17 hits in 14-1 romp
NEW YORK (AP) — Jacob deGrom brought his A-game and got ample help from Mets teammates in a clash against another NL East ace.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Freeman hits another grand slam, Braves beat Nationals 10-3
ATLANTA (AP) — Freddie Freeman hit his second career grand slam — and second of the series — leading the Atlanta Braves to a 10-3 win over Patrick Corbin and the Washington Nationals on Sunday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Kremer stymies Yankees in MLB debut for Orioles in 5-1 win
BALTIMORE (AP) — Dean Kremer fully understood the connotation of making his major league debut on the mound against the New York Yankees.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Revamped, revised college schedule produces Navy-BYU opener
Navy was supposed to open its football season in August against Notre Dame in Ireland before the coronavirus pandemic put an end to that endeavor.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
For college football on TV, 'the season itself is the story'
The networks that televise college football are adjusting to a smaller inventory of games because many conferences won't be playing this fall because of the coronavirus pandemic.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Nats GM Rizzo says new deal for Martinez is 'priority one'
ATLANTA (AP) — Now that he has a new multiyear contract, Washington Nationals general manager Mike Rizzo says his top priority is working out a long-term deal for manager Dave Martinez.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Slumping Yankees slugger Sanchez benched by Boone
BALTIMORE (AP) — Slumping New York Yankees catcher Gary Sanchez has been temporarily benched by manager Aaron Boone, who hopes the rest will help the slugger regain his stroke.
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PICK SIX: Plenty of big games still scheduled amid pandemic
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AP source: Peterson agrees to 1-year deal with Detroit
DETROIT (AP) — Adrian Peterson has agreed to a one-year contract with the Detroit Lions, a person with knowledge of the deal told The Associated Press.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Trout's 300th sets club HR mark, Angels take 2 from Astros
ANAHEIM, Calif. (AP) — Anthony Rendon hit a three-run homer in the seventh inning, Albert Pujols drove in three runs and the Los Angeles Angels rallied for a 7-6 victory over the Houston Astros to sweep Saturday's doubleheader.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Shaquem Griffin, Paul Richardson among Seahawks cuts
RENTON, Wash. (AP) — The Seattle Seahawks released linebacker/defensive end Shaquem Griffin and terminated the contract of veteran wide receiver Paul Richardson among their cuts on Saturday to reach the 53-man roster limit.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Bills sign cornerback White to 4-year contract extension
BUFFALO, N.Y. (AP) — The Buffalo Bills locked up starting cornerback Tre’Davious White through the 2025 season by signing him to a four-year, $70 million contract extension on Saturday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Texas schools carry apprehension into kickoff amid pandemic
Houston Baptist still had three games scheduled for only its eighth football season when the FCS Southland Conference decided a few weeks ago to not play league games this fall.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
McGowin, Nats' bullpen dominates in 10-4 win over Braves
ATLANTA (AP) — The Washington Nationals, playing without Juan Soto and some other top hitters, manufactured big offense without a home run.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Vitale exceeds cancer fundraising goal before annual gala
Dick Vitale didn't know if he would reach this year's goal of raising $5 million for pediatric cancer research due to the coronavirus pandemic.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Phillies star Bryce Harper ejected arguing fair-foul call
NEW YORK (AP) — Philadelphia Phillies star Bryce Harper was ejected for arguing with first base umpire Roberto Ortiz over a fair-foul call Saturday night in a game against the New York Mets.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Buxton beats out infield single in 9th; Twins top Tigers 4-3
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — Miguel Sanó led Minnesota's rally against the Detroit bullpen with a home run and the tying single in the ninth inning, before Byron Buxton beat out an infield single for the game-winning RBI to give the Twins a 4-3 victory over the Tigers on Saturday night.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Smith makes Washington roster 22 months since breaking leg
Alex Smith told coaches he wanted to play again, showed them it was possible and earned a roster spot to prove it.
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Lugo lifts Mets over Phillies; Harper erupts after ejection
NEW YORK (AP) — Since getting out of the bullpen, Seth Lugo has brought needed relief to the New York Mets' rotation.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
PICK SIX: SEC, ACC schedule changes impact several programs
The debut season for Missouri coach Eli Drinkwitz got much more challenging when the Southeastern Conference adjusted its schedules this summer.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
AP Source: Bills cut Andre Roberts with plans to re-sign him
BUFFALO, N.Y. (AP) — The Buffalo Bills’ decision to retool their group of receivers for a second consecutive offseason led to the team cutting three returning players, including veteran Andre Roberts on Saturday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Potential impact transfers this season aren't limited to QBs
While most of the offseason chatter surrounding college football transfers inevitably focuses on quarterbacks, plenty of notable players at other positions also switched teams and could make major impacts for their new schools this fall.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Trout hits 300th career home run, sets Angels career mark
ANAHEIM, Calif. (AP) — Los Angeles Angels star Mike Trout became the team's career home run leader when he hit No. 300 Saturday in the first game of a doubleheader against Houston.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Stewart hits 2 HRs to help Orioles beat Cole and Yankees 6-1
BALTIMORE (AP) — In a start that mirrored his first season with with the New York Yankees, Gerrit Cole was sailing along in dominant fashion before things went horribly awry.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Rockies rally in 9th, beat LA 5-2 in rare Dodger Stadium win
LOS ANGELES (AP) — After Nolan Arenado and Josh Fuentes delivered clutch ninth-inning RBI hits in a big win for the Colorado Rockies, they were thrilled to find videos of the celebrations at home awaiting them on their phones in the clubhouse.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Nationals give multiyear extension to GM Mike Rizzo
ATLANTA (AP) — The Washington Nationals and general manager Mike Rizzo finalized a multiyear contract extension Saturday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Trout sets franchise HR mark, Angels take 2 from Astros
ANAHEIM, Calif. (AP) — Anthony Rendon hit a three-run homer in the seventh inning, Albert Pujols drove in three runs and the Los Angeles Angels rallied for a 7-6 victory over the Houston Astros to sweep Saturday's doubleheader.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Rockies rally in 9th, beat LA 5-2 in rare Dodger Stadium win
LOS ANGELES (AP) — After Nolan Arenado and Josh Fuentes delivered clutch ninth-inning RBI hits in a big win for the Colorado Rockies, they were thrilled to find videos of the celebrations at home awaiting them on their phones in the clubhouse.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
McGowin, Nats' bullpen dominates in 10-4 win over Braves
ATLANTA (AP) — The Washington Nationals, playing without Juan Soto and some other top hitters, manufactured big offense without a home run.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Stewart hits 2 HRs to help Orioles beat Cole and Yankees 6-1
BALTIMORE (AP) — In a start that mirrored his first season with with the New York Yankees, Gerrit Cole was sailing along in dominant fashion before things went horribly awry.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Trout sets franchise HR mark, Angels rally to beat Astros
ANAHEIM, Calif. (AP) — Mike Trout became the Angels' career home run leader and Jo Adell celebrated with a game-winning, two-run single in the seventh, lifting Los Angeles to a 10-9 victory over the Houston Astros in the first game of a doubleheader on Saturday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Lugo lifts Mets over Phillies; Harper erupts after ejection
NEW YORK (AP) — Since getting out of the bullpen, Seth Lugo has brought needed relief to the New York Mets' rotation.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Buxton beats out infield single in 9th; Twins top Tigers 4-3
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — Miguel Sanó led Minnesota's rally against the Detroit bullpen with a home run and the tying single in the ninth inning, before Byron Buxton beat out an infield single for the game-winning RBI to give the Twins a 4-3 victory over the Tigers on Saturday night.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Phillies star Bryce Harper ejected arguing fair-foul call
NEW YORK (AP) — Philadelphia Phillies star Bryce Harper was ejected for arguing with first base umpire Roberto Ortiz over a fair-foul call Saturday night in a game against the New York Mets.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Trout hits 300th career home run, sets Angels career mark
ANAHEIM, Calif. (AP) — Los Angeles Angels star Mike Trout became the team's career home run leader when he hit No. 300 Saturday in the first game of a doubleheader against Houston.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Bills sign cornerback White to 4-year contract extension
BUFFALO, N.Y. (AP) — The Buffalo Bills locked up starting cornerback Tre’Davious White through the 2025 season by signing him to a four-year, $70 million contract extension on Saturday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Shaquem Griffin, Paul Richardson among Seahawks cuts
RENTON, Wash. (AP) — The Seattle Seahawks released linebacker/defensive end Shaquem Griffin and terminated the contract of veteran wide receiver Paul Richardson among their cuts on Saturday to reach the 53-man roster limit.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
AP Source: Bills cut Andre Roberts with plans to re-sign him
BUFFALO, N.Y. (AP) — The Buffalo Bills’ decision to retool their group of receivers for a second consecutive offseason led to the team cutting three returning players, including veteran Andre Roberts on Saturday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Patriots in market for kicker after cutting Rohrwasser, Folk
FOXBOROUGH, Mass. (AP) — After so much scrutiny on the quarterback position in New England this offseason, the biggest surprise on cutdown day came at kicker.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Rams trim roster to 52 at final cut, leave room for shopping
LOS ANGELES (AP) — The Los Angeles Rams left space in their final roster cutdown to go shopping on the NFL waiver wire this weekend.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Chiefs keep most of Super Bowl team intact on cut-down day
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — The Kansas City Chiefs are content to defend their Super Bowl title largely with the team that won it.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Orioles OF Santander likely out for year with oblique strain
BALTIMORE (AP) — Orioles outfielder Anthony Santander has a strained oblique and likely will miss the remainder of the season.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Falcons make final cuts to set 53-man roster for opener
ATLANTA (AP) — The Atlanta Falcons cut former first-round pick Laquon Treadwell and two quarterbacks Saturday as they got down to the 53-man roster limit for the regular season.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
QB Paxton Lynch, WR Ryan Switzer among Steelers cuts
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Quarterback Paxton Lynch's NFL odyssey might have to continue somewhere other than Pittsburgh.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Mbappé, Sterling rediscover scoring touch in Nations League
Kylian Mbappé and Raheem Sterling have started their new seasons a lot better than they finished their last.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Smith makes Washington roster 22 months since breaking leg
Alex Smith told coaches he wanted to play again, showed them it was possible and earned a roster spot to prove it.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Nationals give multiyear extension to GM Mike Rizzo
ATLANTA (AP) — The Washington Nationals and general manager Mike Rizzo finalized a multiyear contract extension Saturday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Versatile Lynn Bowden Jr. acquired by Dolphins from Raiders
MIAMI (AP) — Versatile rookie Lynn Bowden Jr. and a sixth-round draft pick were acquired by the Miami Dolphins from the Las Vegas Raiders for a fourth-round choice Saturday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Texas schools carry apprehension into kickoff amid pandemic
Houston Baptist still had three games scheduled for only its eighth football season when the FCS Southland Conference decided a few weeks ago to not play league games this fall.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
AP source: Chargers sign Allen to $80.1 million extension
COSTA MESA, Calif. (AP) — Keenan Allen has signed a four-year extension with the Los Angeles Chargers that will make him the league's second-highest paid receiver in average money.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
MacKinnon, Avs see bright future despite another Game 7 loss
The impressive postseason exploits of scoring machine Nathan MacKinnon and rookie phenom Cale Makar weren't quite enough to stage a breakthrough for the Colorado Avalanche.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Panthers cut RB Bonnafon to get down to 53-player limit
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) — The Panthers waived running back Reggie Bonnafon as part of the several moves to get down to 53 players on Saturday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Union Berlin hosts 4,500 soccer fans amid pandemic
BERLIN (AP) — In the biggest attendance so far for a soccer team in Germany during the coronavirus pandemic, Union Berlin welcomed 4,500 fans for its 2-1 win over Nuremberg on Saturday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Browns trim roster, 2018 picks Thomas, Ratley among cuts
CLEVELAND (AP) — The pandemic altered the offseason for Browns rookie coach Kevin Stefanski and wiped out the preseason, making it tougher to evaluate players.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Watson agrees to 4-year, $160 million extension with Texans
HOUSTON (AP) — Deshaun Watson has agreed to a four-year, $160 million contract extension with the Houston Texans.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Iron streak, golden memory: Ripken embraces 2,131st game
It’s been 25 years since Cal Ripken broke Lou Gehrig’s major league record for consecutive games played, a feat the Baltimore Orioles star punctuated with an unforgettable lap around Camden Yards in the middle of his 2,131st successive start.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Stars captain Benn finally past 2nd round into West final
Jamie Benn has played in more postseason games for the Dallas Stars than anyone. Their captain has finally made it out of the second round.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Potential impact transfers this season aren't limited to QBs
While most of the offseason chatter surrounding college football transfers inevitably focuses on quarterbacks, plenty of notable players at other positions also switched teams and could make major impacts for their new schools this fall.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Trade bust: QB Josh Rosen cut by Dolphins after 1 season
MIAMI (AP) — NFL cutdown day forced the Miami Dolphins to acknowledge the failure of their Josh Rosen experiment.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Indians' Francona recovering, still unable to rejoin team
CLEVELAND (AP) — Indians manager Terry Francona is feeling better after undergoing surgeries and a hospital stay, but it may be some time before he's healthy enough to rejoin the AL Central leaders.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Trout ties Angels' HR record, then scores winning run
ANAHEIM, Calif. (AP) — Mike Trout tied the Angels’ record for career home runs in the first inning and scored the winning run in the 11th as Los Angeles beat the Houston Astros 6-5 on Friday night.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Pirates get to Bauer, earn doubleheader split with Reds
PITTSBURGH (AP) — The Pittsburgh Pirates knew they weren't going to get many chances against Cincinnati's Trevor Bauer. Thanks in large part to an influx of speed they've received over the last week, they didn't let their limited opportunities go to waste.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Foul mouth: Brewers feed off coach's ejection, beat Indians
CLEVELAND (AP) — Andy Haines used his mouth to fight for the Brewers. They used their bats.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Vitale exceeds cancer fundraising goal before annual gala
Dick Vitale didn't know if he would reach this year's goal of raising $5 million for pediatric cancer research due to the coronavirus pandemic.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Packers need young receivers to improve, help Adams
The Green Bay Packers feature one of the league’s most productive and reliable receivers in Davante Adams, who earned his third consecutive Pro Bowl invitation last year.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Georgia QB Newman opting out of season to prepare for draft
ATHENS, Ga. (AP) — Jamie Newman, the Wake Forest transfer who was projected to start at quarterback for No. 4 Georgia, is opting out of the season to prepare for the 2021 NFL draft.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Italy's winning streak ends at 11 after draw with Bosnia
ROME (AP) — Edin Džeko’s goal helped Bosnia-Herzegovina hold Italy to a 1-1 draw in the UEFA Nations League on Friday, ending the Azzurri’s record winning streak at 11.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
PICK SIX: SEC, ACC schedule changes impact several programs
The debut season for Missouri coach Eli Drinkwitz got much more challenging when the Southeastern Conference adjusted its schedules this summer.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Turner's HR lifts Nats, forces DH split with Braves
ATLANTA (AP) — Trea Turner gave Washington the lead by hitting a sixth-inning home run off Will Smith and the Nationals held on in the seventh to beat the Atlanta Braves 10-9 on Friday night and split a doubleheader.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Louisville, Satterfield aim to follow up successful debut
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (AP) — Louisville is ready to build on last season’s surprising turnaround.
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Tom Vint, retired AP sports writer, dies of COVID-19 at 72
OMAHA, Neb. (AP) — As much as Tom Vint loved writing about sports, he might have loved playing and coaching sports more.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Darvish, Contreras lead Cubs past Cardinals 4-1
CHICAGO (AP) — While his manager is running out of things to say about him, Yu Darvish knows exactly how good he has been this year.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Orioles end 19-game skid vs Yankees, split doubleheader
BALTIMORE (AP) — The Baltimore Orioles ended their 19-game losing streak against the New York Yankees, using a strong offensive performance by rookie Ryan Mountcastle to earn a 6-3 victory Friday night for a doubleheader split.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
AP source: Cubs agree to minor league deal with Pedro Strop
CHICAGO (AP) — The Chicago Cubs agreed to a minor league deal with Pedro Strop on Friday, bringing back the popular reliever after he was released by Cincinnati.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
LA Dodgers blast 3 homers in 8th, surge past Rockies 10-6
LOS ANGELES (AP) — AJ Pollock, Joc Pederson and Mookie Betts homered in the eighth inning, and the Los Angeles Dodgers shrugged off Kevin Pillar's dramatic grand slam moments earlier to claim their sixth straight victory, 10-6 over the Colorado Rockies on Friday night.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Newton humbled after being named Patriots starting QB
FOXBOROUGH, Mass. (AP) — Cam Newton has been a starting quarterback for his entire nine-year NFL career. He'll remain one with the Patriots, an opportunity he says he's not taking for granted.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Trout ties Angels' HR record, then scores winning run
ANAHEIM, Calif. (AP) — Mike Trout tied the Angels’ record for career home runs in the first inning and scored the winning run in the 11th as Los Angeles beat the Houston Astros 6-5 on Friday night.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
LA Dodgers blast 3 homers in 8th, surge past Rockies 10-6
LOS ANGELES (AP) — AJ Pollock, Joc Pederson and Mookie Betts homered in the eighth inning, and the Los Angeles Dodgers shrugged off Kevin Pillar's dramatic grand slam moments earlier to claim their sixth straight victory, 10-6 over the Colorado Rockies on Friday night.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Orioles end 19-game skid vs Yankees, split doubleheader
BALTIMORE (AP) — The Baltimore Orioles ended their 19-game losing streak against the New York Yankees, using a strong offensive performance by rookie Ryan Mountcastle to earn a 6-3 victory Friday night for a doubleheader split.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Orioles use 6-3 win for split with Yankees; end 19-game skid
BALTIMORE (AP) — The Baltimore Orioles ended their 19-game losing streak against the New York Yankees, using a strong offensive performance by rookie Ryan Mountcastle to earn a 6-3 victory Friday night for a doubleheader split.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Darvish, Contreras lead Cubs past Cardinals 4-1
CHICAGO (AP) — While his manager is running out of things to say about him, Yu Darvish knows exactly how good he has been this year.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Foul mouth: Brewers feed off coach's ejection, beat Indians
CLEVELAND (AP) — Andy Haines used his mouth to fight for the Brewers. They used their bats.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Turner's HR lifts Nats, forces DH split with Braves
ATLANTA (AP) — Trea Turner gave Washington the lead by hitting a sixth-inning home run off Will Smith and the Nationals held on in the seventh to beat the Atlanta Braves 10-9 on Friday night and split a doubleheader.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Burnes strong, Hiura drives in 3 as Brewers down Indians 7-1
CLEVELAND (AP) — Corbin Burnes pitched six strong innings, Keston Hiura hit an RBI double in Milwaukee's four-run seventh inning and the Brewers scored three times on two weak infield grounders in a 7-1 win over the Cleveland Indians on Friday night.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Pirates get to Bauer, earn doubleheader split with Reds
PITTSBURGH (AP) — The Pittsburgh Pirates knew they weren't going to get many chances against Cincinnati's Trevor Bauer. Thanks in large part to an influx of speed they've received over the last week, they didn't let their limited opportunities go to waste.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Yankees win 19th straight over Orioles, 6-5 win in Game 1
BALTIMORE (AP) — Miguel Andújar singled in the tiebreaking run in the ninth inning, and the New York Yankees ran their winning streak against the Baltimore Orioles to 19 games with a 6-5 victory Friday in the opener of a doubleheader.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
AP source: Cubs agree to minor league deal with Pedro Strop
CHICAGO (AP) — The Chicago Cubs agreed to a minor league deal with Pedro Strop on Friday, bringing back the popular reliever after he was released by Cincinnati.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Acuña hits 2 HRs as surging Braves beat struggling Nats 7-1
ATLANTA (AP) — Ronald Acuña Jr. homered twice, Dansby Swanson added a two-run shot and the Atlanta Braves beat the struggling Washington Nationals 7-1 on Friday in the first game of a doubleheader.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Packers need young receivers to improve, help Adams
The Green Bay Packers feature one of the league’s most productive and reliable receivers in Davante Adams, who earned his third consecutive Pro Bowl invitation last year.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Castillo ends losing skid as Reds top Pirates 4-2 in Game 1
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Luis Castillo pitched six strong innings to pick up his first victory in nearly a year as the Cincinnati Reds edged the Pittsburgh Pirates 4-2 in the first game of a doubleheader on Friday.
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Newton humbled after being named Patriots starting QB
FOXBOROUGH, Mass. (AP) — Cam Newton has been a starting quarterback for his entire nine-year NFL career. He'll remain one with the Patriots, an opportunity he says he's not taking for granted.
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Indians' Francona recovering, still unable to rejoin team
CLEVELAND (AP) — Indians manager Terry Francona is feeling better after undergoing surgeries and a hospital stay, but it may be some time before he's healthy enough to rejoin the AL Central leaders.
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Packers need young receivers to step up, help out Adams
The Green Bay Packers feature one of the league’s most productive and reliable receivers in Davante Adams, who earned his third consecutive Pro Bowl invitation last year.
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Italy's winning streak ends at 11 after draw with Bosnia
ROME (AP) — Edin Džeko’s goal helped Bosnia-Herzegovina hold Italy to a 1-1 draw in the UEFA Nations League on Friday, ending the Azzurri’s record winning streak at 11.
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Chelsea signs Havertz for $92M to continue spending spree
Chelsea took its spending spree on new players to more than $250 million ahead of the new season by signing highly rated Germany attacking midfielder Kai Havertz from Bayer Leverkusen on Friday.
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Messi will stay with Barcelona despite wanting to leave
Lionel Messi made it clear that it was time to move on, seek new challenges and be happy somewhere other than Barcelona.
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Lionel Messi says he is staying with Barcelona this season
Lionel Messi announced Friday that he will stay with Barcelona for the upcoming season.
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Washington releases Adrian Peterson, turns to young backs
Washington released veteran running back Adrian Peterson on Friday, a stunning move by first-year coach Ron Rivera in the name of getting younger.
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Messi's father tells Spanish league his son is free to leave
Adding uncertainty to Lionel Messi's future, the Argentine great's father sent a letter to the Spanish league on Friday saying his son is free to leave Barcelona immediately without having to pay the 700 million euro ($837 million) buyout clause.
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Tokyo Olympic CEO: Vaccine not requirement to hold games
TOKYO (AP) — A vaccine is not a requirement for holding next year's postponed Olympics and Paralympics, the CEO of the Tokyo Games said Friday.
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Waiting for Messi, Barcelona still reeling after 8-2 loss
Three weeks after the humiliating loss to Bayern Munich in the Champions League quarterfinals, Barcelona is still mired in crisis and surrounded by uncertainty over the future of Lionel Messi.
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Díaz, Brantley 3 RBIs each, Astros beat Lynn, Rangers 8-4
HOUSTON (AP) — Aledmys Díaz hit a three-run homer and Michael Brantley added three RBIs, leading Zack Greinke and the Houston Astros to an 8-4 win over the Texas Rangers on Thursday.
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New details for Patterson into his 20th season heading TCU
FORT WORTH, Texas (AP) — Gary Patterson goes into his 20th season as TCU's head coach paying attention to the detail of things he never would have thought about in the past.
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AP source: Cam Newton to be Patriots starting quarterback
FOXBOROUGH, Mass. (AP) — Cam Newton is officially the new starting quarterback of the New England Patriots.
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Kiffin not promising instant turnaround at Mississippi
New Mississippi coach Lane Kiffin isn't promising a repeat of his near-instant turnaround at Florida Atlantic.
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Hubbard leads high hopes for No. 15 Oklahoma State
Oklahoma State coach Mike Gundy just wants to talk football.
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Texas and Michigan announce athletic staff and salary cuts
AUSTIN, Texas (AP) — The economic blow of the coronavirus pandemic is hitting the biggest, richest schools of college sports, whether they are planning to play football this fall or not.
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Kershaw hits strikeout marks, sends Dodgers past D-Backs 5-1
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Clayton Kershaw doesn't feel like a potential no-hitter is serious until it lasts through six innings. Before that, it's just the everyday dominance that Dodgers fans have come to expect over his 13 years in blue.
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Game 7 times two: Stars-Avs, Knights-Canucks
Avalanche scoring wizard Nathan MacKinnon is from Canada, and teammate Nikita Zadorov from Russia. Dallas center Radek Faksa hails from the Czech Republic and veteran Joe Pavelski from Wisconsin. Vancouver goaltender Thatcher Demko is a San Diego kid, while teammate Elias Pettersson and Vegas goalie Robin Lehner are from Sweden.
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Army hoping for a turnaround season with 8 home games
Army coach Jeff Monken is stoked for the football season, no matter what the schedule looks like.
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Vitale exceeds cancer fundraising goal before annual gala
Dick Vitale didn't know if he would reach this year's goal of raising $5 million for pediatric cancer research due to the coronavirus pandemic.
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Doeren, Wolfpack aim for strong bounceback from 4-win season
RALEIGH, N.C. (AP) — North Carolina State coach Dave Doeren saw his program take its first stumble last season after years of steady building. He’s hoping an offseason of changes and player development returns the Wolfpack to an upward trajectory.
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Bohm's sacrifice fly gives Phillies 6-5 win, sweep of Nats
PHILADELPHIA (AP) — Bryce Harper should make more predictions.
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Virginia looks to fill voids, repeat as Coastal champ
One year after dynamic quarterback Bryce Perkins led Virginia to its first Coastal Division title in the Atlantic Coast Conference and a trip to the Orange Bowl, the Cavaliers will show how far long Bronco Mendenhall’s rebuilding of the program has come.
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Georgia QB Newman opting out of season to prepare for draft
ATHENS, Ga. (AP) — Jamie Newman, the Wake Forest transfer who was projected to start at quarterback for No. 4 Georgia, is opting out of the season to prepare for the 2021 NFL draft.
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Heaney, Angels blank Padres 2-0 to spoil Clevinger's debut
ANAHEIM, Calif. (AP) — Mike Clevinger has commanded the most attention among pitchers throughout the majors for the past week, but it was Andrew Heaney who ruled the mound Thursday.
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Tar Heels aim to build on solid start to Brown's tenure
Mack Brown needed less than a year to stop North Carolina’s descent. Now he’s looking for a big jump in his second season.
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PICK SIX: SEC, ACC schedule changes impact several programs
The debut season for Missouri coach Eli Drinkwitz got much more challenging when the Southeastern Conference adjusted its schedules this summer.
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Brewers designate Smoak for assignment, add Vogelbach
MILWAUKEE (AP) — The Milwaukee Brewers claimed first baseman/designated hitter Daniel Vogelbach off waivers and designated Justin Smoak for assignment as they attempt to boost their struggling lineup and make another September surge.
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Florida has potential for championships in Mullen's 3rd year
GAINESVILLE, Fla. (AP) — Florida coach Dan Mullen declined to release a roster, openly mocked a predicted depth chart he saw online and refused to delve too deep into his plans for any position — even quarterback.
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Louisville, Satterfield aim to follow up successful debut
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (AP) — Louisville is ready to build on last season’s surprising turnaround.
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Tom Vint, retired AP sports writer, dies of COVID-19 at 72
OMAHA, Neb. (AP) — As much as Tom Vint loved writing about sports, he might have loved playing and coaching sports more.
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Padres rookie Jake Cronenworth making big impression
SAN DIEGO (AP) —
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Vanderbilt leaning on defense in tough SEC-only schedule
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — Derek Mason has plenty of experience back on his Vanderbilt defense. Better yet, the coach believes his Commodores are fast, talented and deep enough to have an impact in the Southeastern Conference.
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Tennessee's challenge is building on 6-game winning streak
Tennessee proved a season ago it can do more than just compete with the Volunteers winning their final six games, capped by a comeback bowl victory.
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Bruins captain Chara: I want to keep playing in Boston
BOSTON (AP) — Bruins captain Zdeno Chara says he wants to play next season, when he will turn 44 — and he wants to do it in Boston.
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France's next star? Camavinga set for Les Bleus debut at 17
PARIS (AP) — Judo's loss is French soccer's gain.
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After Man City breakthrough, Foden gets chance with England
Whenever Phil Foden visits his parents, he often stops to look in a cabinet at their house displaying all the medals and trophies he has won in his brief but already-sparkling soccer career.
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Oxford study: Tokyo Olympics are most costly Summer Games
TOKYO (AP) — The Tokyo Olympics are already the most expensive Summer Games on record with costs set to go higher, a wide-ranging study from Britain's University of Oxford indicates.
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Three more PSG players positive for coronavirus, six overall
PARIS (AP) — Three more Paris Saint-Germain players tested positive for the coronavirus, taking the number so far to six and throwing the club's start to the new season into chaos.
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Few familiar faces back for No. 6 LSU's title defense
BATON ROUGE, La. (AP) — Beyond their unmistakably Cajun coach and trademark purple and gold uniforms, the defending national champion LSU Tigers will be nearly unrecognizable.
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Leach brings high-octane philosophy to Mississippi State
Mike Leach and his Mississippi State football players have a lot to learn about each other in a short period of time.
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Seahawks bring back suspended receiver Josh Gordon
RENTON, Wash. (AP) — The Seattle Seahawks are bringing back wide receiver Josh Gordon on a one-year deal even as the talented pass catcher awaits reinstatement by the NFL after his latest suspension.
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New coach at Baylor, where QB Brewer may finally slide more
Baylor quarterback Charlie Brewer never spent a lot of time thinking about how beat up he was at the end of last season after a tough finish for the Bears.
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Spencer Rattler named starting QB for No. 5 Oklahoma
Spencer Rattler is the next man up in the Oklahoma quarterback factory.
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Phillies retire Dick Allen's No. 15 in moving ceremony
PHILADELPHIA (AP) —
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Staying with Barcelona not completely ruled out by Messi
Staying with Barcelona may be an option for Lionel Messi after all.
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Padres rookie Jake Cronenworth making big impression
SAN DIEGO (AP) —
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Game 7 times two: Stars-Avs, Knights-Canucks
Avalanche scoring wizard Nathan MacKinnon is from Canada, and teammate Nikita Zadorov from Russia. Dallas center Radek Faksa hails from the Czech Republic and veteran Joe Pavelski from Wisconsin. Vancouver goaltender Thatcher Demko is a San Diego kid, while teammate Elias Pettersson and Vegas goalie Robin Lehner are from Sweden.
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France's next star? Camavinga set for Les Bleus debut at 17
PARIS (AP) — Judo's loss is French soccer's gain.
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Kershaw hits strikeout marks, sends Dodgers past D-Backs 5-1
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Clayton Kershaw doesn't feel like a potential no-hitter is serious until it lasts through six innings. Before that, it's just the everyday dominance that Dodgers fans have come to expect over his 13 years in blue.
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Oxford study: Tokyo Olympics are most costly Summer Games
TOKYO (AP) — The Tokyo Olympics are already the most expensive Summer Games on record with costs set to go higher, a wide-ranging study from Britain's University of Oxford indicates.
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Heaney, Angels blank Padres 2-0 to spoil Clevinger's debut
ANAHEIM, Calif. (AP) — Mike Clevinger has commanded the most attention among pitchers throughout the majors for the past week, but it was Andrew Heaney who ruled the mound Thursday.
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Brewers designate Smoak for assignment, add Vogelbach
MILWAUKEE (AP) — The Milwaukee Brewers claimed first baseman/designated hitter Daniel Vogelbach off waivers and designated Justin Smoak for assignment as they attempt to boost their struggling lineup and make another September surge.
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Bohm's sacrifice fly gives Phillies 6-5 win, sweep of Nats
PHILADELPHIA (AP) — Bryce Harper should make more predictions.
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Vitale exceeds cancer fundraising goal before annual gala
Dick Vitale didn't know if he would reach this year's goal of raising $5 million for pediatric cancer research due to the coronavirus pandemic.
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Three more PSG players positive for coronavirus, six overall
PARIS (AP) — Three more Paris Saint-Germain players tested positive for the coronavirus, taking the number so far to six and throwing the club's start to the new season into chaos.
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Seahawks bring back suspended receiver Josh Gordon
RENTON, Wash. (AP) — The Seattle Seahawks are bringing back wide receiver Josh Gordon on a one-year deal even as the talented pass catcher awaits reinstatement by the NFL after his latest suspension.
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Phillies retire Dick Allen's No. 15 in moving ceremony
PHILADELPHIA (AP) —
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Game 7 on: Spot in conference finals at stake for Stars, Avs
Avalanche scoring wizard Nathan MacKinnon is from Canada and teammate Nikita Zadorov from Russia. Dallas center Radek Faksa hails from the Czech Republic and veteran Joe Pavelski from Wisconsin.
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Díaz, Brantley 3 RBIs each, Astros beat Lynn, Rangers 8-4
HOUSTON (AP) — Aledmys Díaz hit a three-run homer and Michael Brantley added three RBIs, leading Zack Greinke and the Houston Astros to an 8-4 win over the Texas Rangers on Thursday.
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AP source: Cam Newton to be Patriots starting quarterback
FOXBOROUGH, Mass. (AP) — Cam Newton is officially the new starting quarterback of the New England Patriots.
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After Man City breakthrough, Foden gets chance with England
Whenever Phil Foden visits his parents, he often stops to look in a cabinet at their house displaying all the medals and trophies he has won in his brief but already-sparkling soccer career.
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Browns RB Chubb stays humble, hungry with big payday ahead
BEREA, Ohio (AP) — Nick Chubb's star is rising. The rest of him remains grounded.
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Spain grabs 1-1 draw in Germany as internationals resume
Spain defender Gaya scored deep into stoppage time to salvage a 1-1 draw against Germany as the UEFA Nations League started without fans Thursday, ending a 10-month international break.
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Bruins captain Chara: I want to keep playing in Boston
BOSTON (AP) — Bruins captain Zdeno Chara says he wants to play next season, when he will turn 44 — and he wants to do it in Boston.
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Wondo says athletes have responsibility to use platforms
Chris Wondolowski knows history when he sees it.
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Center of attention; Steelers' Pouncey eyes delicate balance
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Maurkice Pouncey didn't love the collective bargaining agreement the NFL Players Association reached with team owners just as the COVID-19 pandemic brought the league and the world to a standstill.
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Panthers' Rhule dealing with eye issue as season approaches
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) — Panthers first-year head coach Matt Rhule said there is a reason why he’s been looking like “Darth Vader” recently at practice.
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Stars line up for a chance to play with Brady-led Buccaneers
TAMPA, Fla. (AP) — Signing Tom Brady was just a start for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, who continue to assemble a star-studded cast around the six-time Super Bowl champion.
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Giants owner Mara hopeful, stands with players on concerns
EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. (AP) — A long-time advocate of the right to protest for social change and equality, New York Giants co-owner John Mara was stunned recently listening to his players talk about their experiences with law enforcement officials in the wake of the shooting death George Floyd in June.
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Browns acquire safety Harrison from Jaguars for draft pick
BEREA, Ohio (AP) — The Browns knew exactly where to go to find help at safety. Jacksonville's holding a late-summer sale.
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Italy's Mancini: Playing without fans will 'feel a bit sad'
Playing club soccer without fans is tough enough. Playing national team games in empty stadiums just adds another layer of sadness.
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Sports teams scramble to calculate magic attendance number
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — The Kansas City Chiefs examined the layout of Arrowhead Stadium and did some math. They talked with state and local health officials, monitored the spread of COVID-19 over the summer, then did some more calculations.
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Agent: Seahawks bring back suspended WR Josh Gordon
RENTON, Wash. (AP) — The Seattle Seahawks are bringing back wide receiver Josh Gordon on a one-year deal even as the talented pass catcher awaits reinstatement from the NFL after his latest suspension.
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Staying with Barcelona not completely ruled out by Messi
Staying with Barcelona may be an option for Lionel Messi after all.
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With new contract, Decker now focused on future
DETROIT (AP) — Taylor Decker has his big new contract with the Detroit Lions. His goals extend well beyond that, though.
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Islanders, Golden Knights to try again to close out series
The New York Islanders and Vegas Golden Knights will try again to close out their respective playoff series and advance to the conference finals.
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Castro gets big hit after trade, Padres rout Angels 11-4
ANAHEIM, Calif. (AP) — Jason Castro had never been traded before, so the 33-year-old catcher was surprised when he got called back from the Los Angeles Angels' bullpen last weekend with news of his impending move to San Diego.
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New details for Patterson into his 20th season heading TCU
FORT WORTH, Texas (AP) — Gary Patterson goes into his 20th season as TCU's head coach paying attention to the detail of things he never would have thought about in the past.
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Pats preparing to make tough roster calls at O-line, WR, RB
FOXBOROUGH, Mass. (AP) — An abnormal preseason, combined with having a league-high eight players opt out of the 2020 season because of COVID-19 concerns has created some tough decisions for the Patriots as they prepare to trim their roster for the regular season.
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Hiura, Peterson HR, Brewers rally, end Tigers' 6-game streak
MILWAUKEE (AP) — Trying to extend their longest winning streak in four years, Spencer Turnbull and the Detroit Tigers were out of control.
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Kiffin not promising instant turnaround at Mississippi
New Mississippi coach Lane Kiffin isn't promising a repeat of his near-instant turnaround at Florida Atlantic.
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Hubbard leads high hopes for No. 15 Oklahoma State
Oklahoma State coach Mike Gundy just wants to talk football.
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McKenzie, Naquin propel Indians to 5-0 win over Royals
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — Triston McKenzie tossed six innings of three-hit ball to celebrate his 23rd birthday, Tyler Naquin hit a pair of homers for the only runs of the game, and the Cleveland Indians beat the Kansas City Royals 5-0 on Wednesday night.
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Texas and Michigan announce athletic staff and salary cuts
AUSTIN, Texas (AP) — The economic blow of the coronavirus pandemic is hitting the biggest, richest schools of college sports, whether they are planning to play football this fall or not.
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Brantley homers early, Astros hold on for 2-1 win over Texas
HOUSTON (AP) — Michael Brantley hit a two-run homer early to back up a strong start from rookie Cristian Javier and the Houston Astros held on for 2-1 win over the Texas Rangers on Wednesday night.
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No. 5 Oklahoma still Big 12 favorite with inexperienced QB
Oklahoma is 3-for-3 in winning Big 12 championships and making the College Football Playoff since Lincoln Riley became head coach of the fifth-ranked Sooners.
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C-USA playing this fall like the P5 leagues in same region
Conference USA has schools stretching over 10 states, from Texas eastward and then toward the north. The 14-team league is within the footprint of the SEC, Big 12 and ACC.
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Army hoping for a turnaround season with 8 home games
Army coach Jeff Monken is stoked for the football season, no matter what the schedule looks like.
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Wheeler outpitches Scherzer, Phillies beat Nationals 3-0
PHILADELPHIA (AP) — Zack Wheeler tried to outdo Aaron Nola while outpitching Max Scherzer.
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Doeren, Wolfpack aim for strong bounceback from 4-win season
RALEIGH, N.C. (AP) — North Carolina State coach Dave Doeren saw his program take its first stumble last season after years of steady building. He’s hoping an offseason of changes and player development returns the Wolfpack to an upward trajectory.
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Conforto HR, 5 RBIs helps Mets beat Orioles 9-4 to end skid
BALTIMORE (AP) — Michael Conforto set the tone with a two-run homer in the first inning, and the New York Mets followed his lead to a much-needed victory.
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Virginia looks to fill voids, repeat as Coastal champ
One year after dynamic quarterback Bryce Perkins led Virginia to its first Coastal Division title in the Atlantic Coast Conference and a trip to the Orange Bowl, the Cavaliers will show how far long Bronco Mendenhall’s rebuilding of the program has come.
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Georgia QB Newman opting out of season to prepare for draft
ATHENS, Ga. (AP) — Jamie Newman, the Wake Forest transfer who was projected to start at quarterback for No. 4 Georgia, is opting out of the season to prepare for the 2021 NFL draft.
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AP source: Patriots to release WR Mohamed Sanu
FOXBOROUGH, Mass. (AP) — A person with knowledge of the situation says the Patriots intend to release receiver Mohamed Sanu, ending a disappointing tenure in New England that was marred by injuries.
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Tar Heels aim to build on solid start to Brown's tenure
Mack Brown needed less than a year to stop North Carolina’s descent. Now he’s looking for a big jump in his second season.
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Leonard Fournette planning to sign with Brady-led Buccaneers
TAMPA, Fla. (AP) — Leonard Fournette intends to join the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, who are stockpiling playmakers to help Tom Brady be successful with his new team.
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Florida has potential for championships in Mullen's 3rd year
GAINESVILLE, Fla. (AP) — Florida coach Dan Mullen declined to release a roster, openly mocked a predicted depth chart he saw online and refused to delve too deep into his plans for any position — even quarterback.
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Louisville, Satterfield aim to follow up successful debut
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (AP) — Louisville is ready to build on last season’s surprising turnaround.
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Tom Vint, retired AP sports writer, dies of COVID-19 at 72
OMAHA, Neb. (AP) — As much as Tom Vint loved writing about sports, he might have loved playing and coaching sports more.
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Vanderbilt leaning on defense in tough SEC-only schedule
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — Derek Mason has plenty of experience back on his Vanderbilt defense. Better yet, the coach believes his Commodores are fast, talented and deep enough to have an impact in the Southeastern Conference.
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Tennessee's challenge is building on 6-game winning streak
Tennessee proved a season ago it can do more than just compete with the Volunteers winning their final six games, capped by a comeback bowl victory.
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Fuente, Hokies optimistic with many key players returning
Virginia Tech will take on a different look in the fifth season of the Justin Fuente era.
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PICK SIX: SEC, ACC schedule changes impact several programs
The debut season for Missouri coach Eli Drinkwitz got much more challenging when the Southeastern Conference adjusted its schedules this summer.
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Arkansas seeks fresh start under new coach Sam Pittman
The challenges facing new Arkansas coach Sam Pittman were significant enough without extra wrenches being thrown into his plans.
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Few familiar faces back for No. 6 LSU's title defense
BATON ROUGE, La. (AP) — Beyond their unmistakably Cajun coach and trademark purple and gold uniforms, the defending national champion LSU Tigers will be nearly unrecognizable.
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Leach brings high-octane philosophy to Mississippi State
Mike Leach and his Mississippi State football players have a lot to learn about each other in a short period of time.
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New coach at Baylor, where QB Brewer may finally slide more
Baylor quarterback Charlie Brewer never spent a lot of time thinking about how beat up he was at the end of last season after a tough finish for the Bears.
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Donaldson drives in 2 in injury return as Twins beat Sox 8-1
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — Just seven games into his debut with the Minnesota Twins, with only four hits to show for it, Josh Donaldson found himself sidelined by a strained calf.
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Betts hits tying HR in 9th, Dodgers beat Diamondbacks in 10
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Mookie Betts hit a tying homer in the ninth inning, Will Smith lined an RBI single in the 10th and the Los Angeles Dodgers rallied past the reeling Arizona Diamondbacks 3-2 Wednesday night.
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Spencer Rattler named starting QB for No. 5 Oklahoma
Spencer Rattler is the next man up in the Oklahoma quarterback factory.
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Pitt to rely on dominant defense to gain traction in ACC
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Pat Narduzzi's makeover at Pittsburgh is nearly complete. Entering his sixth season, the Panthers have adopted the identity of the swaggering defenses Narduzzi put together so regularly during his lengthy tenure as defensive coordinator at Michigan State.
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FSU names Blackman its starting quarterback to open season
Florida State coach Mike Norvell named James Blackman his starting quarterback to open the season.
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Castro gets big hit after trade, Padres rout Angels 11-4
ANAHEIM, Calif. (AP) — Jason Castro had never been traded before, so the 33-year-old catcher was surprised when he got called back from the Los Angeles Angels' bullpen last weekend with news of his impending move to San Diego.
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Betts hits tying HR in 9th, Dodgers beat Diamondbacks in 10
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Mookie Betts hit a tying homer in the ninth inning, Will Smith lined an RBI single in the 10th and the Los Angeles Dodgers rallied past the reeling Arizona Diamondbacks 3-2 Wednesday night.
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Leonard Fournette planning to sign with Brady-led Buccaneers
TAMPA, Fla. (AP) — Leonard Fournette intends to join the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, who are stockpiling playmakers to help Tom Brady be successful with his new team.
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Donaldson drives in 2 in injury return as Twins beat Sox 8-1
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — Just seven games into his debut with the Minnesota Twins, with only four hits to show for it, Josh Donaldson found himself sidelined by a strained calf.
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Hiura, Peterson HR, Brewers rally, end Tigers' 6-game streak
MILWAUKEE (AP) — Trying to extend their longest winning streak in four years, Spencer Turnbull and the Detroit Tigers were out of control.
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Brantley homers early, Astros hold on for 2-1 win over Texas
HOUSTON (AP) — Michael Brantley hit a two-run homer early to back up a strong start from rookie Cristian Javier and the Houston Astros held on for 2-1 win over the Texas Rangers on Wednesday night.
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McKenzie, Naquin propel Indians to 5-0 win over Royals
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — Triston McKenzie tossed six innings of three-hit ball to celebrate his 23rd birthday, Tyler Naquin hit a pair of homers for the only runs of the game, and the Cleveland Indians beat the Kansas City Royals 5-0 on Wednesday night.
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Wheeler outpitches Scherzer, Phillies beat Nationals 3-0
PHILADELPHIA (AP) — Zack Wheeler tried to outdo Aaron Nola while outpitching Max Scherzer.
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Islanders, Golden Knights to try again to close out series
The New York Islanders and Vegas Golden Knights will try again to close out their respective playoff series and advance to the conference finals.
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With new contract, Decker now focused on future
DETROIT (AP) — Taylor Decker has his big new contract with the Detroit Lions. His goals extend well beyond that, though.
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AP source: Patriots to release WR Mohamed Sanu
FOXBOROUGH, Mass. (AP) — A person with knowledge of the situation says the Patriots intend to release receiver Mohamed Sanu, ending a disappointing tenure in New England that was marred by injuries.
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Marquise Blair embraces position switch in Seahawks defense
RENTON, Wash. (AP) — When the Seattle Seahawks spent a second-round pick in 2019 on Marquise Blair, their belief was that they had landed another hard-hitting safety in the mold of Kam Chancellor.
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Conforto HR, 5 RBIs helps Mets beat Orioles 9-4 to end skid
BALTIMORE (AP) — Michael Conforto set the tone with a two-run homer in the first inning, and the New York Mets followed his lead to a much-needed victory.
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Panthers owner frustrated over not having fans at NFL opener
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) — Panthers owner David Tepper expressed frustration with government officials over not allowing fans in the stadium for the team’s Sept. 13 home opener against the Las Vegas Raiders.
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Big Z, Big Question: Will Zdeno Chara return for Bruins?
BOSTON (AP) — The Boston Bruins have a very big question looming this offseason.
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Pirates to wear No. 21 on Sept. 9 to honor Roberto Clemente
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Roberto Clemente's legacy in Pittsburgh and his native Puerto Rico is secure. The club the Hall of Fame outfielder spent two decades playing for is trying to ensure that legacy — both on and off the field — is acknowledged regularly by the masses.
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Koo looks to bring stability to Falcons kicking position
ATLANTA (AP) — When Younghoe Koo heads out to practice for the Atlanta Falcons, he’s the only kicker on the field.
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Georgia QB Newman opting out of season to prepare for draft
ATHENS, Ga. (AP) — Jamie Newman, the Wake Forest transfer who was projected to start at quarterback for No. 4 Georgia, is opting out of the season to prepare for the 2021 NFL draft.
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Kamara returns to Saints practice amid contract negotiations
NEW ORLEANS (AP) — Saints running back Alvin Kamara returned to practice Wednesday after declining to take the field in recent days because of his apparent dissatisfaction with progress on a contract extension.
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Tom Vint, retired AP sports writer, dies of COVID-19 at 72
OMAHA, Neb. (AP) — As much as Tom Vint loved writing about sports, he might have loved playing and coaching sports more.
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Giants GM Dave Gettleman anxious to see Fighting Joe Judges
EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. (AP) — After almost three years of rebuilding, general manager Dave Gettleman believes the young and feisty New York Giants are on the verge of being a competitive, winning team under new coach Joe Judge.
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No agreement in meeting between Barcelona and Messi’s father
Lionel Messi's future at Barcelona looked no closer to being resolved after the first meeting between the player's father and club officials on Wednesday ended without an agreement, a person with knowledge of the situation told The Associated Press.
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Messi’s father is in Barcelona to discuss son’s future
Lionel Messi’s father arrived in Spain on Wednesday to meet with Barcelona club officials and discuss his son’s future.
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Haskins will be Washington's Week 1 starting quarterback
Ron Rivera told his players Dwayne Haskins will be Washington's starting quarterback for Week 1 against the Philadelphia Eagles, then he reflected on a similar declaration he made almost a decade ago.
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Pats preparing to make tough roster calls at O-line, WR, RB
FOXBOROUGH, Mass. (AP) — An abnormal preseason, combined with having a league-high eight players opt out of the 2020 season because of COVID-19 concerns has created some tough decisions for the Patriots as they prepare to trim their roster for the regular season.
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Saints bracing for new NFC South challenge from Brady's Bucs
ATLANTA (AP) — Tom Brady won't have to wait long for a first look at the team his Buccaneers will be chasing in the NFC South.
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Mitchell: 'Just the beginning' for Jazz after playoff loss
Jazz All-Star guard Donovan Mitchell was hypercritical of Utah's playoff losses to Denver: His eight-second violation in Game 1. Blowing a big lead in Game 5. Not matching Denver’s intensity in Game 6. Losing the ball late in a
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Bengals sign running back Joe Mixon to 4-year extension
CINCINNATI (AP) — The Bengals felt a backlash when they drafted running back Joe Mixon in the second round, acknowledging they were taking a risk.
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Chargers' safety James out for season after knee surgery
COSTA MESA, Calif. (AP) — Los Angeles Chargers coach Anthony Lynn knew he would need plenty of contingency plans this season due to the coronavirus pandemic and no preseason games. Now he must go to one contingency he was hoping to avoid — replacing one of his top defensive players.
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Louisville, Satterfield aim to follow up successful debut
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (AP) — Louisville is ready to build on last season’s surprising turnaround.
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Panthers hire Blue Jackets' Bill Zito as general manager
The Florida Panthers spent three weeks searching for a general manager, and it didn’t take long for them to suspect that Bill Zito was the best candidate.
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Messi’s father arrives in Barcelona to discuss son’s future
Lionel Messi’s father arrived in Spain early Wednesday and is expected to meet with Barcelona club officials to discuss his son’s future.
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Mond back in 4th year as starter to lead No. 13 Texas A&M
As Jimbo Fisher enters his third season at Texas A&M he has a luxury afforded to very few coaches: a four-year starter at quarterback in Kellen Mond.
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Tigers trounce Brewers 12-1, but Jones fractures his hand
MILWAUKEE (AP) — Victor Reyes had four hits and five RBIs, and the Detroit Tigers pounded the Milwaukee Brewers 12-1 on Tuesday night for their sixth straight victory.
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Decker agrees to new deal with Lions, agent confirms
DETROIT (AP) — Taylor Decker has agreed to a six-year, $85 million deal with the Detroit Lions that includes $37.5 million guaranteed, agent Jonathan Feinsod confirmed Tuesday.
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PICK SIX: LSU quartet heads list of players opting out
LSU knew all along it would have to try to defend its national title without Heisman Trophy-winning quarterback Joe Burrow and four other first-round draft picks.
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New details for Patterson into his 20th season heading TCU
FORT WORTH, Texas (AP) — Gary Patterson goes into his 20th season as TCU's head coach paying attention to the detail of things he never would have thought about in the past.
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Joe Judge and Giants have fun as training camp winds down
New coach Joe Judge showed his lighter side and rolled in the mud as the New York Giants' training camp started to wind down with the team opener less than two weeks away.
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West Virginia looks to improve under second-year coach Brown
West Virginia coach Neal Brown gave his players some much-welcome good vibes as they started fall practice during the coronavirus pandemic, unveiling an upgraded locker room to the sounds of celebration.
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Syracuse has new coordinators, looks for bounceback season
Syracuse coach Dino Babers enters his fifth year at the helm facing a rebuild after a down season.
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Kiffin not promising instant turnaround at Mississippi
New Mississippi coach Lane Kiffin isn't promising a repeat of his near-instant turnaround at Florida Atlantic.
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Hubbard leads high hopes for No. 15 Oklahoma State
Oklahoma State coach Mike Gundy just wants to talk football.
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Browns LB Wilson doesn't need surgery, expected back in 2020
CLEVELAND (AP) — The Browns finally had something go their way on the injury front.
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Texas and Michigan announce athletic staff and salary cuts
AUSTIN, Texas (AP) — The economic blow of the coronavirus pandemic is hitting the biggest, richest schools of college sports, whether they are planning to play football this fall or not.
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No. 1 Clemson, QB Lawrence prep for another championship run
Clemson quarterback Trevor Lawrence smiled when asked about expectations for this season. It's something Lawrence has dealt with throughout his football career.
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No. 5 Oklahoma still Big 12 favorite with inexperienced QB
Oklahoma is 3-for-3 in winning Big 12 championships and making the College Football Playoff since Lincoln Riley became head coach of the fifth-ranked Sooners.
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C-USA playing this fall like the P5 leagues in same region
Conference USA has schools stretching over 10 states, from Texas eastward and then toward the north. The 14-team league is within the footprint of the SEC, Big 12 and ACC.
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Nola tosses 8 innings of 2-hit ball, Phillies blank Nats 6-0
PHILADELPHIA (AP) — Aaron Nola pitched another gem for the Phillies. One day, he might actually get to finish one.
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Army hoping for a turnaround season with 8 home games
Army coach Jeff Monken is stoked for the football season, no matter what the schedule looks like.
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Memphis Tigers seek to defend American title with new coach
The Memphis Tigers want to make sure they don't skip a beat with Ryan Silverfield now their third different coach in six seasons.
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Businesses in NFL cities bracing for possibility of no fans
GREEN BAY, Wis. (AP) — Hotel clerks in this town know exactly when the NFL releases its schedule each year. The incessant ringing of the telephone serves as its own alarm.
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Rangers score 2 runs in 10th to down Astros 6-5
HOUSTON (AP) — Texas manager Chris Woodward was thrilled to get a win in Houston over the Astros on Tuesday night, even if it was a bit unconventional, after losing all nine games at Minute Maid Park in his first season in charge of the Rangers.
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Doeren, Wolfpack aim for strong bounceback from 4-win season
RALEIGH, N.C. (AP) — North Carolina State coach Dave Doeren saw his program take its first stumble last season after years of steady building. He’s hoping an offseason of changes and player development returns the Wolfpack to an upward trajectory.
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CBS Sports examines racism with 'Portraits in Black'
CBS Sports will devote five hours of programming Sunday to examining racism in sports.
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Navy expects defense, passing game to supplement run attack
A dominant defense and an efficient passing attack are qualities not normally associated with the Navy football team, which has long relied on its running game to win.
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Norvell should have easy act to follow at Florida State
Mike Norvell has a relatively easy act to follow.
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Texas chases Big 12 title with Ehlinger and rebuilt staff
AUSTIN, Texas (AP) — Back when everything was still normal in college football, Texas coach Tom Herman did some house cleaning.
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Virginia looks to fill voids, repeat as Coastal champ
One year after dynamic quarterback Bryce Perkins led Virginia to its first Coastal Division title in the Atlantic Coast Conference and a trip to the Orange Bowl, the Cavaliers will show how far long Bronco Mendenhall’s rebuilding of the program has come.
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Tar Heels aim to build on solid start to Brown's tenure
Mack Brown needed less than a year to stop North Carolina’s descent. Now he’s looking for a big jump in his second season.
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New coach, new QB could have BC breaking out of ACC pack
BOSTON (AP) — Jeff Hafley’s first year at Boston College won’t be anything like he expected. Maybe the new Eagles coach can have some surprises for the Atlantic Coast Conference, too.
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Mizzou's Drinkwitz looking forward to finally coaching game
COLUMBIA, Mo. (AP) — Eli Drinkwitz already has experienced just about everything a college football coach could imagine in his first season.
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Les Miles confident Kansas continues to improve in Year 2
LAWRENCE, Kan. (AP) — Kansas may be one of the only schools in the country where three wins was a sign of progress.
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Florida has potential for championships in Mullen's 3rd year
GAINESVILLE, Fla. (AP) — Florida coach Dan Mullen declined to release a roster, openly mocked a predicted depth chart he saw online and refused to delve too deep into his plans for any position — even quarterback.
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K-State heads into Year 2 under Klieman with high hopes
MANHATTAN, Kan. (AP) — One of these days, Kansas State coach Chris Klieman will go through an offseason full of familiarity.
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Confident Stars, Avs sorting through goalie plans for Game 6
Dallas remains one victory away from its first berth in a conference finals in more than a decade, so there’s no finger-pointing among the Stars after failing to take advantage of their first opportunity to eliminate the Colorado Avalanche from the NHL playoffs.
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Vanderbilt leaning on defense in tough SEC-only schedule
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — Derek Mason has plenty of experience back on his Vanderbilt defense. Better yet, the coach believes his Commodores are fast, talented and deep enough to have an impact in the Southeastern Conference.
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Pirates rookie 3B Hayes ready to carry on family legacy
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Ke'Bryan Hayes remembers his father's instructions as a child, the ones that helped pave the way for the Pittsburgh Pirates prospect to follow in his dad Charlie's footsteps.
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No. 10 Notre Dame joins ACC race to unseat No. 1 Clemson
The goal has long been simple for football independent Notre Dame: win big against a coast-to-coast schedule and earn a shot to play for a national championship without having to be tied to a league.
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Tennessee's challenge is building on 6-game winning streak
Tennessee proved a season ago it can do more than just compete with the Volunteers winning their final six games, capped by a comeback bowl victory.
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D'Eriq King is the key to Miami's hopes for success in 2020
Miami coach Manny Diaz waited until about a week before the start of training camp before he announced that D’Eriq King would be the team’s starting quarterback.
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Taylor, Urías propel streaking Dodgers past D-backs, 6-3
LOS ANGELES (AP) — While many elite teams added talent at the trade deadline, the Los Angeles Dodgers largely stood still on top. The major league leaders are supremely confident in their own pitchers and hitters to take them deep into October.
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Fuente, Hokies optimistic with many key players returning
Virginia Tech will take on a different look in the fifth season of the Justin Fuente era.
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Former athletes, sports shows take lead on social justice
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Seahawks' Carson trying to focus on season, not contract
RENTON, Wash. (AP) — Chris Carson is trying his best not to get caught up in the future.
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Arkansas seeks fresh start under new coach Sam Pittman
The challenges facing new Arkansas coach Sam Pittman were significant enough without extra wrenches being thrown into his plans.
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Few familiar faces back for No. 6 LSU's title defense
BATON ROUGE, La. (AP) — Beyond their unmistakably Cajun coach and trademark purple and gold uniforms, the defending national champion LSU Tigers will be nearly unrecognizable.
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Dodgers put 3B Justin Turner on IL with hamstring injury
LOS ANGELES (AP) — The Los Angeles Dodgers have placed third baseman Justin Turner on the 10-day injured list with a strained left hamstring.
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Leach brings high-octane philosophy to Mississippi State
Mike Leach and his Mississippi State football players have a lot to learn about each other in a short period of time.
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New coach at Baylor, where QB Brewer may finally slide more
Baylor quarterback Charlie Brewer never spent a lot of time thinking about how beat up he was at the end of last season after a tough finish for the Bears.
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Spencer Rattler named starting QB for No. 5 Oklahoma
Spencer Rattler is the next man up in the Oklahoma quarterback factory.
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Happ spoils Hayes' debut, leads Cubs past Pirates 8-7
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Ke'Bryan Hayes fit just about everything he could into his major league debut. The third base prospect hit a tying homer for Pittsburgh in the eighth inning. He struck out with the winning run on second in the ninth. He executed a textbook slide to pull his …
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Núñez hits 2 HRs to carry Orioles past skidding Mets 9-5
BALTIMORE (AP) — Renato Núñez hit two home runs, Anthony Santander also went deep and the Baltimore Orioles beat the Mets 9-5 Tuesday night to stretch New York's losing streak to five games.
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Pitt to rely on dominant defense to gain traction in ACC
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Pat Narduzzi's makeover at Pittsburgh is nearly complete. Entering his sixth season, the Panthers have adopted the identity of the swaggering defenses Narduzzi put together so regularly during his lengthy tenure as defensive coordinator at Michigan State.
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FSU names Blackman its starting quarterback to open season
Florida State coach Mike Norvell named James Blackman his starting quarterback to open the season.
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Businesses in NFL cities bracing for possibility of no fans
GREEN BAY, Wis. (AP) — Hotel clerks in this town know exactly when the NFL releases its schedule each year. The incessant ringing of the telephone serves as its own alarm.
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Taylor, Urías propel streaking Dodgers past D-backs, 6-3
LOS ANGELES (AP) — While many elite teams added talent at the trade deadline, the Los Angeles Dodgers largely stood still on top. The major league leaders are supremely confident in their own pitchers and hitters to take them deep into October.
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Happ spoils Hayes' debut, leads Cubs past Pirates 8-7
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Ke'Bryan Hayes fit just about everything he could into his major league debut. The third base prospect hit a tying homer for Pittsburgh in the eighth inning. He struck out with the winning run on second in the ninth. He executed a textbook slide to pull his …
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Rangers score 2 runs in 10th to down Astros 6-5
HOUSTON (AP) — Texas manager Chris Woodward was thrilled to get a win in Houston over the Astros on Tuesday night, even if it was a bit unconventional, after losing all nine games at Minute Maid Park in his first season in charge of the Rangers.
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Tigers trounce Brewers 12-1, but Jones fractures his hand
MILWAUKEE (AP) — Victor Reyes had four hits and five RBIs, and the Detroit Tigers pounded the Milwaukee Brewers 12-1 on Tuesday night for their sixth straight victory.
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Nola tosses 8 innings of 2-hit ball, Phillies blank Nats 6-0
PHILADELPHIA (AP) — Aaron Nola pitched another gem for the Phillies. One day, he might actually get to finish one.
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Núñez hits 2 HRs to carry Orioles past skidding Mets 9-5
BALTIMORE (AP) — Renato Núñez hit two home runs, Anthony Santander also went deep and the Baltimore Orioles beat the Mets 9-5 Tuesday night to stretch New York's losing streak to five games.
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Seahawks' Carson trying to focus on season, not contract
RENTON, Wash. (AP) — Chris Carson is trying his best not to get caught up in the future.
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Few familiar faces back for No. 6 LSU's title defense
BATON ROUGE, La. (AP) — Beyond their unmistakably Cajun coach and trademark purple and gold uniforms, the defending national champion LSU Tigers will be nearly unrecognizable.
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Dodgers put 3B Justin Turner on IL with hamstring injury
LOS ANGELES (AP) — The Los Angeles Dodgers have placed third baseman Justin Turner on the 10-day injured list with a strained left hamstring.
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Florida has potential for championships in Mullen's 3rd year
GAINESVILLE, Fla. (AP) — Florida coach Dan Mullen declined to release a roster, openly mocked a predicted depth chart he saw online and refused to delve too deep into his plans for any position — even quarterback.
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Confident Stars, Avs sorting through goalie plans for Game 6
Dallas remains one victory away from its first berth in a conference finals in more than a decade, so there’s no finger-pointing among the Stars after failing to take advantage of their first opportunity to eliminate the Colorado Avalanche from the NHL playoffs.
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Browns LB Wilson doesn't need surgery, expected back in 2020
CLEVELAND (AP) — The Browns finally had something go their way on the injury front.
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New coach at Baylor, where QB Brewer may finally slide more
Baylor quarterback Charlie Brewer never spent a lot of time thinking about how beat up he was at the end of last season after a tough finish for the Bears.
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Joe Judge and Giants have fun as training camp winds down
New coach Joe Judge showed his lighter side and rolled in the mud as the New York Giants' training camp started to wind down with the team opener less than two weeks away.
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Spencer Rattler named starting QB for No. 5 Oklahoma
Spencer Rattler is the next man up in the Oklahoma quarterback factory.
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Kiffin not promising instant turnaround at Mississippi
New Mississippi coach Lane Kiffin isn't promising a repeat of his near-instant turnaround at Florida Atlantic.
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Pirates rookie 3B Hayes ready to carry on family legacy
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Ke'Bryan Hayes remembers his father's instructions as a child, the ones that helped pave the way for the Pittsburgh Pirates prospect to follow in his dad Charlie's footsteps.
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New details for Patterson into his 20th season heading TCU
FORT WORTH, Texas (AP) — Gary Patterson goes into his 20th season as TCU's head coach paying attention to the detail of things he never would have thought about in the past.
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Army hoping for a turnaround season with 8 home games
Army coach Jeff Monken is stoked for the football season, no matter what the schedule looks like.
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Texas and Michigan announce athletic staff and salary cuts
AUSTIN, Texas (AP) — The economic blow of the coronavirus pandemic is hitting the biggest, richest schools of college sports, whether they are planning to play football this fall or not.
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Decker agrees to new deal with Lions, agent confirms
DETROIT (AP) — Taylor Decker has agreed to a six-year, $85 million deal with the Detroit Lions that includes $37.5 million guaranteed, agent Jonathan Feinsod confirmed Tuesday.
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Mavs set title sights with Euro stars after playoff return
Luka Doncic was impressive in his playoff debut on an injured ankle. Kristaps Porzingis left the NBA bubble amid unsettling questions over whether his knees will allow him to be the trusty sidekick in Dallas.
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Hubbard leads high hopes for No. 15 Oklahoma State
Oklahoma State coach Mike Gundy just wants to talk football.
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Ravens MVP Lamar Jackson headlines QB-driven AFC North
It's all about the quarterbacks in the AFC North, a division that includes the reigning NFL MVP, the top pick in the 2020 draft and a two-time Super Bowl winner looking to make a successful comeback.
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Virginia looks to fill voids, repeat as Coastal champ
One year after dynamic quarterback Bryce Perkins led Virginia to its first Coastal Division title in the Atlantic Coast Conference and a trip to the Orange Bowl, the Cavaliers will show how far long Bronco Mendenhall’s rebuilding of the program has come.
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Leach brings high-octane philosophy to Mississippi State
Mike Leach and his Mississippi State football players have a lot to learn about each other in a short period of time.
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Dolphins coach Flores tries to build on 2019 turnaround
MIAMI (AP) — Eager to get to the practice field one morning, Miami Dolphins coach Brian Flores had an asymmetrical look he blamed on what he called his “quarantine haircut.”
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Rams LB Travin Howard out for season with torn meniscus
THOUSAND OAKS, Calif. (AP) — Linebacker Travin Howard will miss the upcoming season after tearing the meniscus in his knee, sidelining a probable starter for the Los Angeles Rams.
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Fuente, Hokies optimistic with many key players returning
Virginia Tech will take on a different look in the fifth season of the Justin Fuente era.
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Mariners use trades to continue building toward future
SEATTLE (AP) — Jerry Dipoto expected a quiet lead-up to the trade deadline. The only player the Seattle Mariners general manager knew he wanted to and could move with ease was pitcher Taijuan Walker.
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FSU names Blackman its starting quarterback to open season
Florida State coach Mike Norvell named James Blackman his starting quarterback to open the season.
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Chiefs' Reid downplays contract extension through '25
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — Reports began to filter out late Monday that Chiefs general manager Brett Veach and coach Andy Reid had agreed to six-year contract extensions that would tie them to Kansas City through the 2025 season.
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No. 5 Oklahoma preparing new QB for opener vs. Missouri St
Spencer Rattler is the next man up in the Oklahoma quarterback factory.
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C-USA playing this fall like the P5 leagues in same region
Conference USA has schools stretching over 10 states, from Texas eastward and then toward the north. The 14-team league is within the footprint of the SEC, Big 12 and ACC.
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Pitt to rely on dominant defense to gain traction in ACC
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Pat Narduzzi's makeover at Pittsburgh is nearly complete. Entering his sixth season, the Panthers have adopted the identity of the swaggering defenses Narduzzi put together so regularly during his lengthy tenure as defensive coordinator at Michigan State.
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No. 5 Oklahoma still Big 12 favorite with inexperienced QB
Oklahoma is 3-for-3 in winning Big 12 championships and making the College Football Playoff since Lincoln Riley became head coach of the fifth-ranked Sooners.
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Arkansas seeks fresh start under new coach Sam Pittman
The challenges facing new Arkansas coach Sam Pittman were significant enough without extra wrenches being thrown into his plans.
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Mond back in 4th year as starter to lead No. 13 Texas A&M
As Jimbo Fisher enters his third season at Texas A&M he has a luxury afforded to very few coaches: a four-year starter at quarterback in Kellen Mond.
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PICK SIX: LSU quartet heads list of players opting out
LSU knew all along it would have to try to defend its national title without Heisman Trophy-winning quarterback Joe Burrow and four other first-round draft picks.
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Syracuse has new coordinators, looks for bounceback season
Syracuse coach Dino Babers enters his fifth year at the helm facing a rebuild after a down season.
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Browns LB Mack doesn't need surgery, expected back in 2020
CLEVELAND (AP) — Cleveland Browns starting linebacker Mack Wilson does not need surgery for his hyperextended left knee and is expected to play this season, a much-needed, positive development for a team roughed up by injuries in training camp.
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Texas chases Big 12 title with Ehlinger and rebuilt staff
AUSTIN, Texas (AP) — Back when everything was still normal in college football, Texas coach Tom Herman did some house cleaning.
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K-State heads into Year 2 under Klieman with high hopes
MANHATTAN, Kan. (AP) — One of these days, Kansas State coach Chris Klieman will go through an offseason full of familiarity.
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Greenwood deals with hype as English soccer's next superstar
A natural scorer. The best finisher at Manchester United. A future record breaker in the Premier League.
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West Virginia looks to improve under second-year coach Brown
West Virginia coach Neal Brown gave his players some much-welcome good vibes as they started fall practice during the coronavirus pandemic, unveiling an upgraded locker room to the sounds of celebration.
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Memphis Tigers seek to defend American title with new coach
The Memphis Tigers want to make sure they don't skip a beat with Ryan Silverfield now their third different coach in six seasons.
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Navy expects defense, passing game to supplement run attack
A dominant defense and an efficient passing attack are qualities not normally associated with the Navy football team, which has long relied on its running game to win.
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New coach, new QB could have BC breaking out of ACC pack
BOSTON (AP) — Jeff Hafley’s first year at Boston College won’t be anything like he expected. Maybe the new Eagles coach can have some surprises for the Atlantic Coast Conference, too.
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Mizzou's Drinkwitz looking forward to finally coaching game
COLUMBIA, Mo. (AP) — Eli Drinkwitz already has experienced just about everything a college football coach could imagine in his first season.
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Les Miles confident Kansas continues to improve in Year 2
LAWRENCE, Kan. (AP) — Kansas may be one of the only schools in the country where three wins was a sign of progress.
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Norvell should have easy act to follow at Florida State
Mike Norvell has a relatively easy act to follow.
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Kentucky hopes its depth results in more balance, victories
Kentucky is hoping to build off last season’s success as the Wildcats play an expanded Southeastern Conference schedule featuring several Top 25 teams.
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No. 1 Clemson, QB Lawrence prep for another championship run
Clemson quarterback Trevor Lawrence smiled when asked about expectations for this season. It's something Lawrence has dealt with throughout his football career.
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Barcelona wants face-to-face meeting to change Messi’s mind
Barcelona is banking on a face-to-face meeting with Lionel Messi to try to convince him to stay.
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No. 10 Notre Dame joins ACC race to unseat No. 1 Clemson
The goal has long been simple for football independent Notre Dame: win big against a coast-to-coast schedule and earn a shot to play for a national championship without having to be tied to a league.
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D'Eriq King is the key to Miami's hopes for success in 2020
Miami coach Manny Diaz waited until about a week before the start of training camp before he announced that D’Eriq King would be the team’s starting quarterback.
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Nations League offers late start in 2020 for national teams
GENEVA (AP) — Europe's national teams will play their first games of 2020 when the UEFA Nations League campaign starts this week in stadiums without fans.
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Wake Forest's Clawson eager to see offense grow up quickly
Wake Forest coach Dave Clawson sees the holes left throughout his offense after major personnel losses from the Demon Deacons’ latest bowl run.
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Cutcliffe takes on playcalling as Duke seeks offensive spark
Duke coach David Cutcliffe knows the Blue Devils have to get more from their offense this season.
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SEC remains loaded in season when little else is normal
The Southeastern Conference is trying to carry its football season on amid the COVID-19 pandemic while Georgia, Alabama and LSU forge ahead without their star quarterbacks.
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Roll redemption: No. 3 Alabama aims to restore dominance
Alabama coach Nick Saban stressed the importance of humility to his players in a preseason talk, urging them to avoid the pitfalls of entitlement and self-satisfaction.
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Tim Howard joining NBC's Premier League team as analyst
Former U.S. and Premier League goalkeeper Tim Howard is returning to NBC as an analyst when its coverage of England's top division begins next week.
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Doeren, Wolfpack aim for strong bounceback from 4-win season
RALEIGH, N.C. (AP) — North Carolina State coach Dave Doeren saw his program take its first stumble last season after years of steady building. He’s hoping an offseason of changes and player development returns the Wolfpack to an upward trajectory.
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South Carolina seeking improvement in challenging season
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — South Carolina coach Will Muschamp is tired of dwelling on his team's struggles. This season might make that even harder not to do.
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No. 11 Auburn banking on Nix, successful overhaul on lines
The Auburn Tigers have played for a Southeastern Conference championship, knocked rival Alabama from playoff contention and had a losing league mark.
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Tar Heels aim to build on solid start to Brown's tenure
Mack Brown needed less than a year to stop North Carolina’s descent. Now he’s looking for a big jump in his second season.
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Tennessee's challenge is building on 6-game winning streak
Tennessee proved a season ago it can do more than just compete with the Volunteers winning their final six games, capped by a comeback bowl victory.
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Vanderbilt leaning on defense in tough SEC-only schedule
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — Derek Mason has plenty of experience back on his Vanderbilt defense. Better yet, the coach believes his Commodores are fast, talented and deep enough to have an impact in the Southeastern Conference.
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Ga Tech faces familiar question: Who's going to play QB?
ATLANTA (AP) — Georgia Tech begins its second season under coach Geoff Collins with the same big question that was hanging over the Yellow Jackets in Year 1.
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No. 4 Georgia to lean on tough defense while finding new QB
Kirby Smart's concerns about No. 4 Georgia being behind schedule are easy to understand.
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Lightning reach East finals for 4th time in 6 years
Blake Coleman, Barclay Goodrow, Zach Bogosian.
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NFL takes over investigation of Washington Football Team
The NFL has taken over the independent investigation into workplace conduct within the Washington Football Team, owner Dan Snyder confirmed Monday.
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Padres get Clevinger, Marlins acquire Marte at deadline
CHICAGO (AP) — San Diego acted boldly once again. Miami actually strengthened its roster. Mike Clevinger, Starling Marte, Archie Bradley and Todd Frazier were on the move. Lance Lynn and Dylan Bundy stayed put.
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Rockies acquire outfielder Kevin Pillar from Red Sox
DENVER (AP) — The Colorado Rockies added outfield depth by acquiring Kevin Pillar and $50,000 from Boston in a trade-deadline deal Monday.
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Phillies acquire reliever David Phelps from Brewers
PHILADELPHIA (AP) — The Philadelphia Phillies acquired right-hander David Phelps from the Milwaukee Brewers before Monday's trade deadline for three players to be named.
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LSU top receiver Chase marks the end of his Tigers career
LSU record-setting receiver Ja’Marr Chase announced his decision to opt out of the 2020 college season on Monday.
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Freshmen receivers get chance with Tennessee this season
The Tennessee Volunteers have to replace their top two wide receivers, and a group of freshmen will get the opportunity to help fill the void left by the loss of Jajuan Jennings and Marquez Callaway.
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College football kicks off COVID-19 style in Alabama
MONTGOMERY, Ala. (AP) — With masks, social distancing and mostly empty stands, the college football season kicked off COVID-19 style.
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Chicago Cubs get OF Maybin, 2 lefty relievers in 3 trades
CHICAGO (AP) — The Chicago Cubs acquired veteran outfielder Cameron Maybin and two left-handed relievers in three trades on Monday, adding some help for the pursuit of their first division title since 2017.
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Ohio State player out of hospital after weekend shooting
COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) — Ohio State defensive tackle Haskell Garrett was released from the hospital Monday after being shot in the face over the weekend, a spokesman for the football program said.
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Marlins get outfielder Starling Marte in trade with D-backs
PHOENIX (AP) — Miami acquired outfielder Starling Marte in a trade with the Arizona Diamondbacks on Monday, giving the Marlins a versatile hitter and defender as they try to make a surprising push for the playoffs.
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CBS Sports examines racism with 'Portraits in Black'
CBS Sports will devote five hours of programming Sunday to examining racism in sports.
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Spencer Howard earns 1st win, Phillies beat Nationals 8-6
PHILADELPHIA (AP) — Spencer Howard got a celebratory beer shower, wiped it off with baby powder and calmly talked about his first major league win like a guy who expects many more.
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Glasnow overpowers Yanks as Rays go to 7-1 vs NY this season
NEW YORK (AP) — After a decade spent chasing their big-budget AL East rivals, the Tampa Bay Rays are pummeling the New York Yankees.
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Reds add reliever Archie Bradley in deal with Diamondbacks
PHOENIX (AP) — The Cincinnati Reds acquired reliever Archie Bradley from the Arizona Diamondbacks just before the trade deadline, boosting their bullpen as they try to stay in the playoff race.
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Pelicans' Brandon Ingram named NBA most improved player
NEW ORLEANS (AP) — Pelicans forward Brandon Ingram has been named the NBA’s most improved player in a season that saw him bounce back from a life-altering blood clot and a trade from the team that drafted him second overall in 2016.
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Coaching great John Thompson of Georgetown dead at 78
WASHINGTON (AP) — John Thompson, the imposing Hall of Famer who turned Georgetown into a “Hoya Paranoia” powerhouse and became the first Black coach to lead a team to the NCAA men’s basketball championship, has died. He was 78.
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Blue Jays get left-hander Robbie Ray in trade with D-backs
PHOENIX (AP) — Toronto acquired left-hander Robbie Ray in a trade with the Arizona Diamondbacks on Monday, giving the Blue Jays a former All-Star who has struggled so far in 2020.
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Former athletes, sports shows take lead on social justice
Chris Webber's
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Gonzales dominates Angels with 4-hitter in Mariners' 2-1 win
ANAHEIM, Calif. (AP) — Marco Gonzales retired 21 consecutive Angels while throwing a four-hitter, and Jose Marmolejos hit a tiebreaking homer in the sixth inning of the Seattle Mariners' 2-1 victory over Los Angeles on Monday.
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John Thompson spoke truth to power 'when it was hard to do'
John Thompson opened the palm of one of his catcher’s mitt-sized hands and pointed to it with the index finger of the other. The lesson of hard work was never far from his mind.
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Robert leads 1st-place White Sox in rally past Twins 8-5
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — The Chicago White Sox initiated a teardown a little more than three years ago, rebuilding through trades that fetched rising stars like Lucas Giolito, Eloy Jiménez and Yoán Moncada.
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LSU trio heads list of players opting out of this season
LSU knew all along it would have to try to defend its national title without Heisman Trophy-winning quarterback Joe Burrow and four other first-round draft picks.
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Belichick remains mum on QB starter as Pats wind down camp
FOXBOROUGH, Mass. (AP) — The Patriots began their final week of training camp Monday, but Bill Belichick still isn’t sure when he'll be ready to announce his starting quarterback.
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Dodgers send starter Stripling to Toronto for 2 prospects
LOS ANGELES (AP) — The Los Angeles Dodgers traded right-hander Ross Stripling to the Toronto Blue Jays on Monday for two players to be named, making their only move on a quiet deadline day for the major league leaders.
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Robert leads 1st-place White Sox in rally past Twins 8-5
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — The Chicago White Sox initiated a teardown a little more than three years ago, rebuilding through trades that fetched rising stars like Lucas Giolito, Eloy Jiménez and Yoán Moncada.
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Glasnow overpowers Yanks as Rays go to 7-1 vs NY this season
NEW YORK (AP) — After a decade spent chasing their big-budget AL East rivals, the Tampa Bay Rays are pummeling the New York Yankees.
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Spencer Howard earns 1st win, Phillies beat Nationals 8-6
PHILADELPHIA (AP) — Spencer Howard got a celebratory beer shower, wiped it off with baby powder and calmly talked about his first major league win like a guy who expects many more.
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NFL takes over investigation of Washington Football Team
The NFL has taken over the independent investigation into workplace conduct within the Washington Football Team, owner Dan Snyder confirmed Monday.
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AP source: NFL takes over Washington Football investigation
The NFL has taken over the independent investigation into workplace conduct within the Washington Football Team, a person familiar with the situation said Monday.
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Padres get Clevinger, Marlins acquire Marte at deadline
CHICAGO (AP) — San Diego acted boldly once again. Miami actually strengthened its roster. Mike Clevinger, Starling Marte, Archie Bradley and Todd Frazier were on the move. Lance Lynn and Dylan Bundy stayed put.
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Reds add reliever Archie Bradley in deal with Diamondbacks
PHOENIX (AP) — The Cincinnati Reds acquired reliever Archie Bradley from the Arizona Diamondbacks just before the trade deadline, boosting their bullpen as they try to stay in the playoff race.
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Pelicans' Brandon Ingram named NBA most improved player
NEW ORLEANS (AP) — Pelicans forward Brandon Ingram has been named the NBA’s most improved player in a season that saw him bounce back from a life-altering blood clot and a trade from the team that drafted him second overall in 2016.
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Belichick remains mum on QB starter as Pats wind down camp
FOXBOROUGH, Mass. (AP) — The Patriots began their final week of training camp Monday, but Bill Belichick still isn’t sure when he'll be ready to announce his starting quarterback.
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Gonzales dominates Angels with 4-hitter in Mariners' 2-1 win
ANAHEIM, Calif. (AP) — Marco Gonzales retired 21 consecutive Angels while throwing a four-hitter, and Jose Marmolejos hit a tiebreaking homer in the sixth inning of the Seattle Mariners' 2-1 victory over Los Angeles on Monday.
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Steelers LB Dupree looks to prove breakout 2019 was no fluke
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Bud Dupree didn't get offended last summer when the Pittsburgh Steelers declined to negotiate a contract extension. It was fine, the outside linebacker said repeatedly, pointing out it simply gave him a chance to bet on himself.
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Dodgers send starter Stripling to Toronto for 2 prospects
LOS ANGELES (AP) — The Los Angeles Dodgers traded right-hander Ross Stripling to the Toronto Blue Jays on Monday for two players to be named, making their only move on a quiet deadline day for the major league leaders.
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Rockies acquire outfielder Kevin Pillar from Red Sox
DENVER (AP) — The Colorado Rockies added outfield depth by acquiring Kevin Pillar and $50,000 from Boston in a trade-deadline deal Monday.
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Chicago Cubs get OF Maybin, 2 lefty relievers in 3 trades
CHICAGO (AP) — The Chicago Cubs acquired veteran outfielder Cameron Maybin and two left-handed relievers in three trades on Monday, adding some help for the pursuit of their first division title since 2017.
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Standing pat: Deadline passes without another Braves deal
ATLANTA (AP) — The Atlanta Braves failed to pull off a major deal to bolster their rotation at baseball's trade deadline Monday, leaving the NL East leaders with a huge question mark as they seek a third straight division title and an extended run in the postseason for the first …
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Cincinnati adds reliever Archie Bradley in swap with D-backs
PHOENIX (AP) — Cincinnati acquired reliever Archie Bradley from the Arizona Diamondbacks just before the trade deadline on Monday, boosting its bullpen as it tries to stay in the playoff race.
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LSU top receiver Chase marks the end of his Tigers career
LSU record-setting receiver Ja’Marr Chase announced his decision to opt out of the 2020 college season on Monday.
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Marlins get outfielder Starling Marte in trade with D-backs
PHOENIX (AP) — Miami acquired outfielder Starling Marte in a trade with the Arizona Diamondbacks on Monday, giving the Marlins a versatile hitter and defender as they try to make a surprising push for the playoffs.
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Pacers seek new 'new age' coach who can win in the playoffs
INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — Kevin Pritchard swallowed hard when the Indiana Pacers endured yet another season-ending first-round sweep last week.
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Phillies acquire reliever David Phelps from Brewers
PHILADELPHIA (AP) — The Philadelphia Phillies acquired right-hander David Phelps from the Milwaukee Brewers before Monday's trade deadline for three players to be named.
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Ohio State player out of hospital after weekend shooting
COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) — Ohio State defensive tackle Haskell Garrett was released from the hospital Monday after being shot in the face over the weekend, a spokesman for the football program said.
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Chargers' James injures right knee during scrimmage
COSTA MESA, Calif. (AP) — Derwin James could miss significant time for the second straight season after suffering a right knee injury.
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Blue Jays get left-hander Robbie Ray in trade with D-backs
PHOENIX (AP) — Toronto acquired left-hander Robbie Ray in a trade with the Arizona Diamondbacks on Monday, giving the Blue Jays a former All-Star who has struggled so far in 2020.
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Waiting for Messi, Barcelona to start season vs Villarreal
MADRID (AP) — With or without Lionel Messi, Barcelona already knows it will start its season at home against Villarreal at the end of September.
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From top down, Chiefs pushing for social justice initiatives
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — Two years before Clark Hunt was born, the Kansas City Chiefs made history by taking Grambling State defensive tackle Buck Buchanan in the American Football League draft, making him the first Black player from any college — much less a historically Black one — to …
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CBS Sports examines racism with 'Portraits in Black'
CBS Sports will devote five hours of programming Sunday to examining racism in sports.
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Freshmen receivers get chance with Tennessee this season
The Tennessee Volunteers have to replace their top two wide receivers, and a group of freshmen will get the opportunity to help fill the void left by the loss of Jajuan Jennings and Marquez Callaway.
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Day: Shot Ohio State player will be released from hospital
COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) — Ohio State defensive tackle Haskell Garrett is expected to be released from the hospital after being shot in the face over the weekend, coach Ryan Day said.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
AP source: Padres get Clevinger in deal with Indians
The San Diego Padres acquired Mike Clevinger in a multiplayer deal with the Cleveland Indians on Monday, bolstering their rotation with another bold move ahead of baseball's trade deadline.
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Texans sign ILB Cunningham to 4-year, $58 million extension
HOUSTON (AP) — The Houston Texans have signed inside linebacker Zach Cunningham to a four-year, $58 million contract extension.
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Coaching great John Thompson of Georgetown dead at 78
WASHINGTON (AP) — John Thompson, the imposing Hall of Famer who turned Georgetown into a “Hoya Paranoia” powerhouse and became the first Black coach to lead a team to the NCAA men’s basketball championship, has died. He was 78.
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AC Milan faces trip to Shamrock Rovers in Europa League
GENEVA (AP) — Seven-time European champion AC Milan was drawn away to Shamrock Rovers of Ireland when the Europa League second qualifying round pairings were made Monday.
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Platini quizzed in Swiss investigation of $2M FIFA payment
GENEVA (AP) — Michel Platini was questioned at Switzerland’s federal prosecution office on Monday about a $2 million payment he received from FIFA in 2011.
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Robert hits 3-run HR in 10th, White Sox beat Royals 5-2
CHICAGO (AP) — As soon as bat met ball, Luis Robert knew. The prized rookie watched as his first game-ending home run sailed over the wall and the White Sox once again grabbed a share of the AL Central lead.
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Mariners send C Nola to San Diego as part of 7-player trade
SEATTLE (AP) — Seattle and San Diego completed a seven-player trade Sunday night, with catcher Austin Nola joining the contending Padres and prized outfield prospect Taylor Trammel going to the Mariners as centerpieces of the deal.
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Blazers withstood injury and more on road to the playoffs
The Portland Trail Blazers dealt with injuries all season, and the the loss of their biggest star topped it off in the playoffs.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
College football kicks off COVID-19 style in Alabama
MONTGOMERY, Ala. (AP) — With masks, social distancing and mostly empty stands, the college football season kicked off COVID-19 style.
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Hosmer, Paddack lead Padres to 13-2 rout of Rockies
DENVER (AP) — Eric Hosmer started San Diego’s power surge with his three-run homer in the first, Chris Paddack threw six efficient innings and the Padres routed the Colorado Rockies 13-2 on Sunday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
After stellar starters' duel, Mariners top Angels 2-1 in 10
ANAHEIM, Calif. (AP) — Griffin Canning and Justin Dunn traded zeros for six splendid innings Sunday, two young starters fulfilling their potential in a duel that thrilled their managers.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Morris scores twice, Sounders return home and top LAFC 3-1
SEATTLE (AP) — Jordan Morris scored two goals less than a minute apart early in the second half, and Seattle rolled past Los Angeles FC 3-1 on Sunday night in the Sounders first home match in 5½ months.
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Seahawks final scrimmage secondary to Carroll's message
RENTON, Wash. (AP) — Two weeks away from their season opener, the Seattle Seahawks held their final mock game on Sunday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Dodgers set NL homer mark for month at 57, beat Rangers 7-2
ARLINGTON, Texas (AP) — Cody Bellinger and the Los Angeles Dodgers set the National League record for home runs in a month. And they still haven't lost a series all season.
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COVID Kickoff: Central Arkansas-Austin Peay begin the season
MONTGOMERY, Ala. (AP) — When Central Arkansas and Austin Peay signed up to play in the first game of the college football season, little did they know how notable it would become.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Messi skips required coronavirus testing with Barcelona
MADRID (AP) — In another sign that Lionel Messi’s time with Barcelona is coming to an end, the player did not report for required coronavirus testing scheduled for the whole squad on Sunday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Padres acquire veteran catcher Jason Castro from Angels
ANAHEIM, Calif. (AP) — The San Diego Padres acquired veteran catcher Jason Castro from the Los Angeles Angels on Sunday in a trade for right-handed reliever Gerardo Reyes.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Giants beat Diamondbacks 4-1 to win first road series
PHOENIX (AP) — Johnny Cueto pitched effectively into the seventh inning, Alex Dickerson homered and had two RBIs, and the San Francisco Giants won their first road series by beating the Arizona Diamondbacks 4-1 on Sunday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
AP source: Jaguars trading Ngakoue to Vikings for 2 picks
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. (AP) — Disgruntled pass-rusher Yannick Ngakoue is headed north, far away from Jacksonville.
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Former athletes, sports shows take lead on social justice
Chris Webber's
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Bell, Polanco homer off Woodruff as Pirates beat Brewers 5-1
MILWAUKEE (AP) — Pittsburgh Pirates slugger Josh Bell has joked for years during batting practice at Miller Park about hitting the promotional vehicle parked well above the wall in right-center field.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
College athletes add voices to those protesting injustice
NORMAN, Okla. (AP) — College athletes across the country added their voices to those calling for an end to racial injustice riday with football players and others marching on campus or stepping away from practices to protest the police shooting of Jacob Blake in Wisconsin.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Morris scores twice, Sounders return home and top LAFC 3-1
SEATTLE (AP) — Jordan Morris scored two goals less than a minute apart early in the second half, and Seattle rolled past Los Angeles FC 3-1 on Sunday night in the Sounders first home match in 5½ months.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Padres acquire veteran catcher Jason Castro from Angels
ANAHEIM, Calif. (AP) — The San Diego Padres acquired veteran catcher Jason Castro from the Los Angeles Angels on Sunday in a trade for right-handed reliever Gerardo Reyes.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Mariners send C Nola to San Diego as part of 7-player trade
SEATTLE (AP) — Seattle and San Diego completed a seven-player trade Sunday night, with catcher Austin Nola joining the contending Padres and prized outfield prospect Taylor Trammel going to the Mariners as centerpieces of the deal.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
After stellar starters' duel, Mariners top Angels 2-1 in 10
ANAHEIM, Calif. (AP) — Griffin Canning and Justin Dunn traded zeros for six splendid innings Sunday, two young starters fulfilling their potential in a duel that thrilled their managers.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Seahawks final scrimmage secondary to Carroll's message
RENTON, Wash. (AP) — Two weeks away from their season opener, the Seattle Seahawks held their final mock game on Sunday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Tim Lopes comes through in 10th, Mariners top Angels 2-1
ANAHEIM, Calif. (AP) — Pinch hitter Tim Lopes drove in Kyle Lewis with the tiebreaking run in the 10th inning, and the Seattle Mariners rallied for a 2-1 victory over the Los Angeles Angels on Sunday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Giants beat Diamondbacks 4-1 to win first road series
PHOENIX (AP) — Johnny Cueto pitched effectively into the seventh inning, Alex Dickerson homered and had two RBIs, and the San Francisco Giants won their first road series by beating the Arizona Diamondbacks 4-1 on Sunday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Blazers withstood injury and more on road to the playoffs
The Portland Trail Blazers dealt with injuries all season, and the the loss of their biggest star topped it off in the playoffs.
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Hosmer, Paddack lead Padres to 13-2 rout of Rockies
DENVER (AP) — Eric Hosmer started San Diego’s power surge with his three-run homer in the first, Chris Paddack threw six efficient innings and the Padres routed the Colorado Rockies 13-2 on Sunday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Dodgers set NL homer mark for month at 57, beat Rangers 7-2
ARLINGTON, Texas (AP) — Cody Bellinger and the Los Angeles Dodgers set the National League record for home runs in a month. And they still haven't lost a series all season.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Robert hits 3-run HR in 10th, White Sox beat Royals 5-2
CHICAGO (AP) — As soon as bat met ball, Luis Robert knew. The prized rookie watched as his first game-ending home run sailed over the wall and the White Sox once again grabbed a share of the AL Central lead.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Bell, Polanco homer off Woodruff as Pirates beat Brewers 5-1
MILWAUKEE (AP) — Pittsburgh Pirates slugger Josh Bell has joked for years during batting practice at Miller Park about hitting the promotional vehicle parked well above the wall in right-center field.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Real Salt Lake owner to sell teams amid reports of racism
Real Salt Lake owner Dell Loy Hansen will sell his soccer teams in the wake of reports that he made racist comments, Major League Soccer said Sunday.
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Pitching-desperate Braves acquire LH Milone from Orioles
ATLANTA (AP) — Desperate for starting pitching as they pursue a third straight NL East title, the Atlanta Braves acquired left-hander Tommy Milone from the Baltimore Orioles on Sunday for two players to be named.
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Padres acquire Moreland from Red Sox for 2 prospects
DENVER (AP) — The San Diego Padres made another big move to try and end their playoff drought, acquiring slugger Mitch Moreland in a trade Sunday with Boston.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
AP source: Jaguars trading Ngakoue to Vikings for 2 picks
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. (AP) — Disgruntled pass-rusher Yannick Ngakoue is headed north, far away from Jacksonville.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Messi skips required coronavirus testing with Barcelona
MADRID (AP) — In another sign that Lionel Messi’s time with Barcelona is coming to an end, the player did not report for required coronavirus testing scheduled for the whole squad on Sunday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Aaron Donald wants to see fans at new SoFi Stadium this fall
INGLEWOOD, Calif. (AP) — Aaron Donald thinks the NFL ought to figure out a way to get some fans into more of its massive stadiums this fall — at a proper social distance, of course.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
COVID Kickoff: Central Arkansas-Austin Peay begin the season
MONTGOMERY, Ala. (AP) — When Central Arkansas and Austin Peay signed up to play in the first game of the college football season, little did they know how notable it would become.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Rookie Fleming, Rays hold Marlins to 3 hits, win 4-0
MIAMI (AP) — Rookie Josh Fleming and four relievers combined on a three-hitter, and Tampa Bay pitchers extended their streak of success at Marlins Park to 36 consecutive scoreless innings in the Rays' 4-0 victory over Miami on Saturday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Adell hits first two HRs, Trout drives in 6 in Angels' rout
ANAHEIM, Calif. (AP) — Jo Adell hit his first two major league home runs, Mike Trout drove in six and the Los Angeles Angels set a season high in runs as they routed the Seattle Mariners 16-3 Saturday night.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Multi-position players boost options in pandemic season
RALEIGH, N.C. (AP) — North Carolina's Trey Morrison entered preseason camp set to play nickelback, only to start working at free safety with the goal of being ready to play anywhere in the secondary on short notice.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Giants snap 3-game skid, beat Diamondbacks 5-2
PHOENIX (AP) — Evan Longoria hit two doubles, Brandon Belt reached base four times and the San Francisco Giants snapped a three-game losing streak by beating the Arizona Diamondbacks 5-2 on Saturday night.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
College football kicks off COVID-19 style in Alabama
MONTGOMERY, Ala. (AP) — With masks, social distancing and mostly empty stands, the college football season kicked off COVID-19 style.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
College athletes add voices to those protesting injustice
NORMAN, Okla. (AP) — College athletes across the country added their voices to those calling for an end to racial injustice riday with football players and others marching on campus or stepping away from practices to protest the police shooting of Jacob Blake in Wisconsin.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Adell hits first two HRs, Trout drives in 6 in Angels' rout
ANAHEIM, Calif. (AP) — Jo Adell hit his first two major league home runs, Mike Trout drove in six and the Los Angeles Angels set a season high in runs as they routed the Seattle Mariners 16-3 Saturday night.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Giants snap 3-game skid, beat Diamondbacks 5-2
PHOENIX (AP) — Evan Longoria hit two doubles, Brandon Belt reached base four times and the San Francisco Giants snapped a three-game losing streak by beating the Arizona Diamondbacks 5-2 on Saturday night.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
College football kicks off COVID-19 style in Alabama
MONTGOMERY, Ala. (AP) — With masks, social distancing and mostly empty stands, the college football season kicked off COVID-19 style.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Rookie Fleming, Rays hold Marlins to 3 hits, win 4-0
MIAMI (AP) — Rookie Josh Fleming and four relievers combined on a three-hitter, and Tampa Bay pitchers extended their streak of success at Marlins Park to 36 consecutive scoreless innings in the Rays' 4-0 victory over Miami on Saturday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Rookie Fleming and Rays hold Marlins to 3 hits and win 4-0
MIAMI (AP) — Rookie Josh Fleming and four relievers combined on a three-hitter, and Tampa Bay pitchers extended their streak of success at Marlins Park to 36 consecutive scoreless innings in the Rays' 4-0 victory over Miami on Saturday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Aaron Donald wants to see fans at new SoFi Stadium this fall
INGLEWOOD, Calif. (AP) — Aaron Donald thinks the NFL ought to figure out a way to get some fans into more of its massive stadiums this fall — at a proper social distance, of course.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Ryan Yarbrough becomes 11th Rays pitcher to be sidelined
MIAMI (AP) — Tampa Bay's lead in the AL East is not a healthy one.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Falcons' Blank supports social reform but hopes games go on
ATLANTA (AP) — Arthur Blank's support of the movement to bring attention to social injustice has been celebrated by his Atlanta Falcons players.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Tone of Raptors-Celtics matchup changes amid shooting unrest
Toronto and Boston have been two of the hottest teams in the playoffs, coming off first-round sweeps of Brooklyn and Philadelphia, respectively, in the first round.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Barcelona unwilling to negotiate Messi departure
MADRID (AP) — Barcelona is unwavering in its intention to keep Lionel Messi, who told the club earlier this week that he wanted to leave.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
MLS resumes season after discussions with players
Major League Soccer is resuming its season after several midweek matches were postponed when players decided not to play to call attention to racial injustice.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Gyorko, Burnes come up big as Brewers trounce Pirates 9-1
MILWAUKEE (AP) — Jedd Gyorko homered twice and Corbin Burnes struck out 10 in six innings, helping the Milwaukee Brewers pound the Pittsburgh Pirates 9-1 on Friday night.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Mets' Smith follows plea with HR; Rosario gets road walkoff
NEW YORK (AP) — Dominic Smith wept on Wednesday night, disheartened and drained by another long 24 hours as a Black man in America. A day later, he said he felt uplifted after teammates joined him in a memorable protest.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Scherzer fans 11, Nationals beat Red Sox 10-2
BOSTON (AP) — Juan Soto grew up in the Dominican Republic watching Manny Ramirez play left field in Boston, and the Nationals slugger was looking forward to playing in the shadow of the Green Monster in his first visit to Fenway Park.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
MLB celebrates Jackie Robinson, calls for justice continue
PHOENIX (AP) — Andrew McCutchen has relished these past few days in the Philadelphia Phillies clubhouse, having difficult, important conversations with baseball teammates about racial injustice.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Kingery's 3-run homer in 11th lifts Phils over Braves 7-4
PHILADELPHIA (AP) — Scott Kingery busted out of a big slump with a bigger swing.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
COVID Kickoff: Central Arkansas-Austin Peay begin the season
MONTGOMERY, Ala. (AP) — When Central Arkansas and Austin Peay signed up to play in the first game of the college football season, little did they know how notable it would become.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
NHL playoffs return after 2-day break for protests
The NHL playoffs took a two-day break to protest racial injustice, the latest twist in an unprecedented, pandemic-halted season.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Yarbrough pitches into the 7th as Rays beat Marlins 2-0
MIAMI (AP) — Rays veteran Ryan Yarbrough and top Marlins prospect Sixto Sanchez matched zeroes into the seventh inning Friday night, with one difference.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Shinzo Abe -- aka 'Super Mario' -- loses out on Olympics
TOKYO (AP) — Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe was a star at the closing ceremony of the 2016 Rio de Janeiro Olympics, parading before a sellout crowd at the Maracana Stadium as Nintendo game character Super Mario.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
For health workers, the pandemic Tour de France is a big ask
NICE, France (AP) — Surely too busy racing to notice, the 176 riders who
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Multi-position players boost options in pandemic season
RALEIGH, N.C. (AP) — North Carolina's Trey Morrison entered preseason camp set to play nickelback, only to start working at free safety with the goal of being ready to play anywhere in the secondary on short notice.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Upton, Heaney lead Angels to 3-2 victory over Mariners
ANAHEIM, Calif. (AP) — Mike Trout homered, Justin Upton delivered the tiebreaking RBI single in the sixth inning and the Los Angeles Angels beat the Seattle Mariners 3-2 Friday night to win back-to-back games for only the second time all season.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Third-year LB Lorenzo Carter stars in Giants' scrimmage
EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. (AP) — Third-year linebacker Lorenzo Carter put on a Lawrence Taylor-type performance Friday night, making at least three sacks in the New York Giants' scrimmage.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
NC State at Va Tech postponed 2 weeks amid COVID-19 cases
North Carolina State’s season-opener at Virginia Tech was postponed for two weeks Wednesday because of a cluster of COVID-19 cases among Wolfpack athletes.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Diamondbacks stop 8-game skid, beat Giants 7-4
PHOENIX (AP) — Zac Gallen earned his first win of the season, Starling Marte had two hits and two RBIs and the Arizona Diamondbacks snapped an eight-game losing streak by beating the San Francisco Giants 7-4 on Friday night.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Packers' Turner criticizes Jones' idea for pregame protest
Green Bay Packers offensive lineman Billy Turner believes Dallas Cowboys owner Jerry Jones’ suggested alternative to kneeling during the national anthem would defeat the purpose of the message players want to send.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Real Salt Lake owner takes leave following comments
Real Salt Lake and Utah Royals owner Dell Loy Hansen is taking a leave of absence following a report that he made racially insensitive comments and used a racial slur.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Oakland A's acquire Tommy La Stella from Angels for Barreto
ANAHEIM, Calif. (AP) — The Oakland Athletics acquired infielder 2019 All-Star infielder Tommy La Stella from the Los Angeles Angels for infielder Franklin Barreto on Friday night.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
College athletes add voices to those protesting injustice
NORMAN, Okla. (AP) — College athletes across the country added their voices to those calling for an end to racial injustice riday with football players and others marching on campus or stepping away from practices to protest the police shooting of Jacob Blake in Wisconsin.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Seahawks' Diggs implores others to register to vote
RENTON, Wash. (AP) — Against the backdrop of ongoing calls for social justice, Seattle Seahawks safety Quandre Diggs is imploring others to register to vote.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Strong safety: Browns’ Redwine committed to change off field
BEREA, Ohio (AP) — Sheldrick Redwine’s passion extends way beyond the chalk-lined boundaries of a football field.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Colts return to practice with plan to combat injustices
INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — The Indianapolis Colts returned to practice Friday — with a plan and a purpose.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Diamondbacks stop 8-game skid, beat Giants 7-4
PHOENIX (AP) — Zac Gallen earned his first win of the season, Starling Marte had two hits and two RBIs and the Arizona Diamondbacks snapped an eight-game losing streak by beating the San Francisco Giants 7-4 on Friday night.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Oakland A's acquire Tommy La Stella from Angels for Barreto
ANAHEIM, Calif. (AP) — The Oakland Athletics acquired infielder 2019 All-Star infielder Tommy La Stella from the Los Angeles Angels for infielder Franklin Barreto on Friday night.
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Upton, Heaney lead Angels to 3-2 victory over Mariners
ANAHEIM, Calif. (AP) — Mike Trout homered, Justin Upton delivered the tiebreaking RBI single in the sixth inning and the Los Angeles Angels beat the Seattle Mariners 3-2 Friday night to win back-to-back games for only the second time all season.
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Kingery's 3-run homer in 11th lifts Phils over Braves 7-4
PHILADELPHIA (AP) — Scott Kingery busted out of a big slump with a bigger swing.
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Gyorko, Burnes come up big as Brewers trounce Pirates 9-1
MILWAUKEE (AP) — Jedd Gyorko homered twice and Corbin Burnes struck out 10 in six innings, helping the Milwaukee Brewers pound the Pittsburgh Pirates 9-1 on Friday night.
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Scherzer fans 11, Nationals beat Red Sox 10-2
BOSTON (AP) — Juan Soto grew up in the Dominican Republic watching Manny Ramirez play left field in Boston, and the Nationals slugger was looking forward to playing in the shadow of the Green Monster in his first visit to Fenway Park.
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Mets' Smith follows plea with HR; Rosario gets road walkoff
NEW YORK (AP) — Dominic Smith wept on Wednesday night, disheartened and drained by another long 24 hours as a Black man in America. A day later, he said he felt uplifted after teammates joined him in a memorable protest.
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For health workers, the pandemic Tour de France is a big ask
NICE, France (AP) — Likely too busy racing to notice, the 176 riders
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AP sources: A's acquire La Stella from Angels for Barreto
ANAHEIM, Calif. (AP) — Two people with knowledge of the trade tell The Associated Press that the Oakland Athletics have acquired infielder 2019 All-Star infielder Tommy La Stella from the Los Angeles Angels for infielder Franklin Barreto.
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Third-year LB Lorenzo Carter stars in Giants' scrimmage
EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. (AP) — Third-year linebacker Lorenzo Carter put on a Lawrence Taylor-type performance Friday night, making at least three sacks in the New York Giants' scrimmage.
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Yarbrough pitches into the 7th as Rays beat Marlins 2-0
MIAMI (AP) — Rays veteran Ryan Yarbrough and top Marlins prospect Sixto Sanchez matched zeroes into the seventh inning Friday night, with one difference.
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Real Salt Lake owner takes leave following comments
Real Salt Lake and Utah Royals owner Dell Loy Hansen is taking a leave of absence following a report that he made racially insensitive comments and used a racial slur.
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Seahawks' Diggs implores others to register to vote
RENTON, Wash. (AP) — Against the backdrop of ongoing calls for social justice, Seattle Seahawks safety Quandre Diggs is imploring others to register to vote.
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MLS resumes season after discussions with players
Major League Soccer is resuming its season after several midweek matches were postponed when players decided not to play to call attention to racial injustice.
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Packers' Turner criticizes Jones' idea for pregame protest
Green Bay Packers offensive lineman Billy Turner believes Dallas Cowboys owner Jerry Jones’ suggested alternative to kneeling during the national anthem would defeat the purpose of the message players want to send.
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Mets' Smith hits go-ahead HR in 1st game since tearful plea
NEW YORK (AP) — Dominic Smith followed powerful words with a powerful swing — and nothing could have prompted bigger cheers from the New York Mets.
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NHL playoffs return after 2-day break for protests
The NHL playoffs took a two-day break to protest racial injustice, the latest twist in an unprecedented, pandemic-halted season.
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Strong safety: Browns' Redwine committed to change off field
Sheldrick Redwine's passion extends way beyond the chalk-lined boundaries of a football field.
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COVID Kickoff: Central Arkansas-Austin Peay begin the season
MONTGOMERY, Ala. (AP) — When Central Arkansas and Austin Peay signed up to play in the first game of the college football season, little did they know how notable it would become.
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Colts return to practice with plan to combat injustices
INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — The Indianapolis Colts returned to practice Friday — with a plan and a purpose.
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College athletes add voices to those protesting injustice
NORMAN, Okla. (AP) — College athletes across the country added their voices to those calling for an end to racial injustice riday with football players and others marching on campus or stepping away from practices to protest the police shooting of Jacob Blake in Wisconsin.
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Brady feels at home during scrimmage in Buccaneers stadium
TAMPA, Fla. (AP) — A little more than two weeks away from the start of the NFL season, Tom Brady is settling into a new home.
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MLB celebrates Jackie Robinson, calls for justice continue
PHOENIX (AP) — Andrew McCutchen has relished these past few days in the Philadelphia Phillies clubhouse, having difficult, important conversations with baseball teammates about racial injustice.
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Study: MLB nets small gain in diversity hiring, led by women
PHOENIX (AP) — A diversity report released Friday on Major League Baseball showed a modest increase in its overall diversity hiring practices, spurred by its improved gender diversity.
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Chiefs' Toub facing difficult task in special teams picks
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — Dave Toub has earned over the years a reputation for being one of the NFL's best special teams coordinators. He's the coach who helped turn the Bears' Devin Hester into a returner extraordinaire, and leveraged Tyreek Hill's speed and quickness into a game-breaking star long …
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Shinzo Abe -- aka 'Super Mario' -- loses out on Olympics
TOKYO (AP) — Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe was a star at the closing ceremony of the 2016 Rio de Janeiro Olympics, parading before a sellout crowd at the Maracana Stadium as Nintendo game character Super Mario.
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Shinzo Abe -- aka 'Super Mario' -- will miss Tokyo Olympics
TOKYO (AP) — Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe was a star at the closing ceremony of the 2016 Rio de Janeiro Olympics, parading before a sellout crowd at the Maracana Stadium as Nintendo game character Super Mario.
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After 4-week break, English football swings back into action
The new English soccer season is starting in the same month the last one finished.
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Jackson, fully stocked Ravens look for better ending in 2020
The Baltimore Ravens put together a storybook regular season in 2019, using dynamic quarterback Lamar Jackson to set several NFL marks and win the AFC North with the best record in franchise history.
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Saints see Super Bowl as the only bar for success in 2020
NEW ORLEANS (AP) — Saints safety Malcolm Jenkins sees his new team as one that has underachieved in recent playoff campaigns.
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Chargers see new stadium but decide to cancel scrimmage
INGLEWOOD, Calif. (AP) — The Los Angeles Chargers saw their new home at SoFi Stadium for the first time as a team Thursday. But instead of conducting a scrimmage as planned, the team canceled practice due to the shooting of Jacob Blake.
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Packers believe continuity can help them get over the top
GREEN BAY, Wis. (AP) — The Green Bay Packers are counting on consistency to get them over the top after finishing a game away from the Super Bowl three of the last six years.
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Continuity could help Falcons rebound in pandemic season
ATLANTA (AP) — The Atlanta Falcons decided to stick with the guy who led them to the Super Bowl.
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RSL, Utah Royals owner faces backlash for comments
Real Salt Lake and Utah Royals owner Dell Loy Hansen has come under criticism for comments he made on a local radio show after RSL players protested racial injustice by not taking the field for a match.
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Bears looking to bounce back with Trubisky or Foles at QB
CHICAGO (AP) — The Chicago Bears went into last season with soaring expectations, their sights set on a deep playoff run and even a trip to the Super Bowl.
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Marmolejos' first slam carries Mariners to 8-3 win, split
SAN DIEGO (AP) — Rookie José Marmolejos had a pretty good day for a guy who didn't know he was on the roster until three hours before the first pitch of Thursday's doubleheader.
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Watson looks to help Houston Texans to 1st Super Bowl
HOUSTON (AP) — Deshaun Watson has reached the pinnacle of success in both high school and college football.
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Etienne comfortable deciding to return to Clemson amid virus
Travis Etienne had several choices to weigh during the offseason — and his decisions always led him back to Clemson.
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Bills release veteran kicker Hauschka, punter Edwards
ORCHARD PARK, N.Y. (AP) — “Hausch Money” is no more in Buffalo after the Bills released veteran kicker Stephen Hauschka in a money-saving move favoring youth on Thursday.
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Panthers' offense may resemble Saints with Bridgewater at QB
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) — If you can’t beat ‘em, borrow from them.
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Ben's back and the Steelers believe the playoffs are, too
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Ben Roethlisberger explored all of his options last winter while his surgically repaired right elbow healed.
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Lions GM Quinn and coach Patricia may be down to last chance
ALLEN PARK, Mich. (AP) — The Detroit Lions are entering their fifth — and perhaps final — season of trying to build a winning organization with
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Sport-by-sport snapshot of racial injustice protests
Moved by the videotaped shooting of Jacob Blake, many professional athletes — some who had previously donned Black Lives Matter T-Shirts and knelt for the national anthem to protest racial injustice — made a more dramatic statement.
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Colts pin playoff hopes on Rivers' ability to avoid mistakes
INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — Philip Rivers promises he'll continue making some risky throws on Sunday afternoons.
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Orgeron: LSU in the market for a transfer cornerback now
LSU coach Ed Orgeron is looking to add a transfer defensive back at a time when uncertainty caused by the coronavirus pandemic could theoretically help the No. 6 Tigers land an established player from another major conference.
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Multi-position players boost options in pandemic season
RALEIGH, N.C. (AP) — North Carolina's Trey Morrison entered preseason camp set to play nickelback, only to start working at free safety with the goal of being ready to play anywhere in the secondary on short notice.
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Awkward activism: MLB's uneven response to racial injustice
In a typically awkward way, Major League Baseball has been pulled into America’s discussion about racial injustice.
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Brady-led Buccaneers look to end long playoff drought
TAMPA, Fla. (AP) — The Tampa Bay Buccaneers are learning Tom Brady is lot more than a six-time Super Bowl winner who’s determined to help transform them into champions, too.
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NC State at Va Tech postponed 2 weeks amid COVID-19 cases
North Carolina State’s season-opener at Virginia Tech was postponed for two weeks Wednesday because of a cluster of COVID-19 cases among Wolfpack athletes.
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Finally pain-free, Roethlisberger ready to sling it
PITTSBURGH (AP) — The chronic ache in his right arm, the one that served as Ben Roethlisberger's companion for years, is gone.
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3 MLB games postponed, players decide after Kenosha shooting
MILWAUKEE (AP) — Three Major League Baseball games were postponed Wednesday as players across the sports landscape drove the decisions in the wake of the weekend shooting by police of Jacob Blake, a Black man, in Wisconsin.
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Bottom up: Bengals & Burrow try to dig out of deepest hole
CINCINNATI (AP) — Josh Bynes knew where Joe Burrow was going with the pass during practice. The new Bengals linebacker stepped in front of the intended receiver for an interception and headed down the sideline.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Browns realistic after collapsing under expectations in 2019
CLEVELAND (AP) — Before the 30-point loss in the opener, before first-year Freddie Kitchens revealed he was in over his head or Baker Mayfield's second-year slump or Myles Garrett swung a helmet at Mason Rudolph, the Cleveland Browns collapsed under the weight of external pressure.
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After 4-week break, English football creaks back into action
The new English football season is starting in the same month the last one finished.
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After 4-week break, English football creaks back into action
The new English football season is starting in the same month the last one finished.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Marmolejos' first slam carries Mariners to 8-3 win, split
SAN DIEGO (AP) — Rookie José Marmolejos had a pretty good day for a guy who didn't know he was on the roster until three hours before the first pitch of Thursday's doubleheader.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Sport-by-sport snapshot of racial injustice protests
Moved by the videotaped shooting of Jacob Blake, many professional athletes — some who had previously donned Black Lives Matter T-Shirts and knelt for the national anthem to protest racial injustice — made a more dramatic statement.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
RSL, Utah Royals owner faces backlash for comments
Real Salt Lake and Utah Royals owner Dell Loy Hansen has come under criticism for comments he made on a local radio show after RSL players protested racial injustice by not taking the field for a match.
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Awkward activism: MLB's uneven response to racial injustice
In a typically awkward way, Major League Baseball has been pulled into America’s discussion about racial injustice.
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Chargers see new stadium but decide to cancel scrimmage
INGLEWOOD, Calif. (AP) — The Los Angeles Chargers saw their new home at SoFi Stadium for the first time as a team Thursday. But instead of conducting a scrimmage as planned, the team canceled practice due to the shooting of Jacob Blake.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Myers' walkoff shot gives Padres 10-7 win over Mariners
SAN DIEGO (AP) — Wil Myers and the San Diego Padres went from being one out away from a painful loss to one of the most joyous celebrations of the season.
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Finally pain-free, Roethlisberger ready to sling it
PITTSBURGH (AP) — The chronic ache in his right arm, the one that served as Ben Roethlisberger's companion for years, is gone.
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More MLB games postponed in response to racial injustice
In a typically awkward way, Major League Baseball has been pulled into America’s discussion about racial injustice.
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Jackson, fully stocked Ravens look for better ending in 2020
The Baltimore Ravens put together a storybook regular season in 2019, using dynamic quarterback Lamar Jackson to set several NFL marks and win the AFC North with the best record in franchise history.
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Saints see Super Bowl as the only bar for success in 2020
NEW ORLEANS (AP) — Saints safety Malcolm Jenkins sees his new team as one that has underachieved in recent playoff campaigns.
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Washington's 2020 season is about Rivera evaluating Haskins
Just because Dwayne Haskins couldn't get on the field with his Washington teammates for offseason workouts this year doesn't mean he wasn't busy.
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Packers believe continuity can help them get over the top
GREEN BAY, Wis. (AP) — The Green Bay Packers are counting on consistency to get them over the top after finishing a game away from the Super Bowl three of the last six years.
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Continuity could help Falcons rebound in pandemic season
ATLANTA (AP) — The Atlanta Falcons decided to stick with the guy who led them to the Super Bowl.
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Bears looking to bounce back with Trubisky or Foles at QB
CHICAGO (AP) — The Chicago Bears went into last season with soaring expectations, their sights set on a deep playoff run and even a trip to the Super Bowl.
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Watson looks to help Houston Texans to 1st Super Bowl
HOUSTON (AP) — Deshaun Watson has reached the pinnacle of success in both high school and college football.
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Bills release veteran kicker Hauschka, punter Edwards
ORCHARD PARK, N.Y. (AP) — “Hausch Money” is no more in Buffalo after the Bills released veteran kicker Stephen Hauschka in a money-saving move favoring youth on Thursday.
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Panthers' offense may resemble Saints with Bridgewater at QB
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) — If you can’t beat ‘em, borrow from them.
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Ben's back and the Steelers believe the playoffs are, too
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Ben Roethlisberger explored all of his options last winter while his surgically repaired right elbow healed.
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Lions GM Quinn and coach Patricia may be down to last chance
ALLEN PARK, Mich. (AP) — The Detroit Lions are entering their fifth — and perhaps final — season of trying to build a winning organization with
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Colts pin playoff hopes on Rivers' ability to avoid mistakes
INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — Philip Rivers promises he'll continue making some risky throws on Sunday afternoons.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Browns realistic after collapsing under expectations in 2019
CLEVELAND (AP) — Before the 30-point loss in the opener, before first-year Freddie Kitchens revealed he was in over his head or Baker Mayfield's second-year slump or Myles Garrett swung a helmet at Mason Rudolph, the Cleveland Browns collapsed under the weight of external pressure.
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Brady-led Buccaneers look to end long playoff drought
TAMPA, Fla. (AP) — The Tampa Bay Buccaneers are learning Tom Brady is lot more than a six-time Super Bowl winner who’s determined to help transform them into champions, too.
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Bottom up: Bengals & Burrow try to dig out of deepest hole
CINCINNATI (AP) — Josh Bynes knew where Joe Burrow was going with the pass during practice. The new Bengals linebacker stepped in front of the intended receiver for an interception and headed down the sideline.
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Cam Newton era begins as Patriots turn page on Brady years
FOXBOROUGH, Mass. (AP) — In their two decades together, Bill Belichick and Tom Brady became the most decorated coach/quarterback tandem in NFL history.
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LA Rams opening empty stadium in a Hard Knock season
LOS ANGELES (AP) — The Los Angeles Rams are opening a lavish new stadium with no fans in it next month.
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Chargers' new era opens with Taylor taking the reins at QB
COSTA MESA, Calif. (AP) — A lot is new about the Los Angeles Chargers, from their stadium to the uniforms to the man who will be leading the offense.
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Muscular Murray, Cardinals ready to show big improvement
GLENDALE, Ariz. (AP) — Kyler Murray looks different now that he's entering his second NFL season, and it's not just because he's much more confident in his abilities or his role in the Cardinals' offense.
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Dolphins' season hinges on rookie QB Tagovailoa's progress
MIAMI (AP) — Miami Dolphins lore says that when rookie Dan Marino showed up for his first NFL training camp, his passing arm wowed coach Don Shula and other observers from Day 1.
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Seahawks believe they are primed to challenge for NFC West
SEATTLE (AP) — Throughout last season’s playoff run, the Seattle Seahawks referenced how the year felt like a repeat of 2012, when a young group and a handful of veterans were about to become the best team in the NFL.
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Joe Judge is the latest looking to rebuild once-proud Giants
EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. (AP) — In any other year, the New York Giants would be entering September wondering whether Daniel Jones, Saquon Barkley and a rebuilt defense would revive the struggling franchise under new coach Joe Judge.
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Allen's development remains question mark for Buffalo Bills
ORCHARD PARK, N.Y. (AP) — Faith is something Bills coach Sean McDermott places in Josh Allen. Yet the coach doesn’t dispute talk of the quarterback needing continued development entering his third season for Buffalo to start realizing its true potential.
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Chiefs aim for repeat after 1st Super Bowl title in 50 years
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — The Kansas City Chiefs had most of the summer to celebrate their first Super Bowl title in 50 years.
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Blackhawks F Kubalik keeping quiet about free agency
CHICAGO (AP) — Heading into his rookie season with the Chicago Blackhawks, Dominik Kubalik just focused on making the team.
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Cleveland's 3 major teams link to fight for social change
CLEVELAND (AP) — Cleveland’s three major professional sports franchises — the Browns, Cavaliers and Indians — are teaming up to fight social injustice.
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Europa League game postponed by Bosnian team's virus cases
GENEVA (AP) — A Europa League qualifying game in Israel was postponed Thursday because five visiting soccer players from Bosnia-Herzegovina tested positive for COVID-19.
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Golden Knights, Canucks evenly matched headed into Game 3
Vegas won its second-round opener against Vancouver by scoring five goals. The Canucks returned the five-goal favor in Game 2.
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Celtic, Legia, Cluj lose Champions League qualifiers at home
GENEVA (AP) — Celtic, Legia Warsaw and Cluj lost in Champions League qualifying Wednesday as home advantage counted for little in games played in empty stadiums.
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Mets' Smith pleads through tears: 'People still don't care'
NEW YORK (AP) — Mets slugger Dominic Smith doesn't care if white teammates join him in kneeling for the national anthem. Doesn't need them to cut a check to his charity, either.
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Tone of Raptors-Celtics matchup changes amid shooting unrest
Toronto and Boston are two of the hottest teams in the playoffs, coming off first-round sweeps of Brooklyn and Philadelphia, respectively, in the first round.
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Giants' second-round pick McKinney breaks left foot
EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. (AP) — The New York Giants' secondary has taken a big hit with second-round draft pick Xavier McKinney out indefinitely with a broken left foot.
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Cam Newton slowly making his way into Patriots' culture
FOXBOROUGH, Mass. (AP) — Cam Newton isn’t concerned with whether he’s the front-runner to be the Patriots’ starting quarterback.
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Uncertainty shrouds Tour de France racing against COVID-19
PARIS (AP) — Already
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Etienne comfortable deciding to return to Clemson amid virus
Travis Etienne had several choices to weigh during the offseason — and his decisions always led him back to Clemson.
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No CL glory: PSG's focus on expensive strikers proves costly
Paying for the world’s most expensive strikers cost Paris Saint-Germain 402 million euros ($476 million), but Neymar and Kylian Mbappé failed to score a single goal during the final stages of the Champions League.
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Freeman's 2-run HR lifts Braves to sweep of slumping Yankees
ATLANTA (AP) — The Atlanta Braves have renewed hopes their starting pitching can carry them through the second half of a shortened season.
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Mets blow deGrom's lead, rally in 8th to beat Marlins 5-4
NEW YORK (AP) — The Mets eked out a victory after another tough night for the bullpen — just not in time to salvage a win for ace Jacob deGrom.
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Rockies withstand Arizona's rally in 9th, hold on to win 8-7
PHOENIX (AP) — Charlie Blackmon and the Colorado Rockies had been hoping for a game like this.
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Clevinger welcomed back, Indians rally late to top Twins
CLEVELAND (AP) — There was a painful moment for Mike Clevinger when the magnitude of his risky off-the-field behavior hit him hardest.
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Orgeron: LSU in the market for a transfer cornerback now
LSU coach Ed Orgeron is looking to add a transfer defensive back at a time when uncertainty caused by the coronavirus pandemic could theoretically help the No. 6 Tigers land an established player from another major conference.
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5 MLS games called off as players call for racial justice
Five Major League Soccer matches were postponed Wednesday night as players made a collective statement against racial injustice.
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NC State at Va Tech postponed 2 weeks amid COVID-19 cases
North Carolina State’s season-opener at Virginia Tech was postponed for two weeks Wednesday because of a cluster of COVID-19 cases among Wolfpack athletes.
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3 MLB games postponed, players decide after Kenosha shooting
MILWAUKEE (AP) — Three Major League Baseball games were postponed Wednesday as players across the sports landscape drove the decisions in the wake of the weekend shooting by police of Jacob Blake, a Black man, in Wisconsin.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Chargers rookie QB Herbert trying to make up for lost time
COSTA MESA, Calif. (AP) — Justin Herbert gets his first look at SoFi Stadium on Thursday when the Los Angeles Chargers hold their first scrimmage. When he will get his first NFL start will take a little more time.
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O'Neal agrees to multiyear extension with Turner Sports
Shaquille O'Neal won't be leaving “Inside the NBA" anytime soon. In fact, viewers are going to be seeing more of him across Turner's many platforms.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Paralympic documentary: 'None of the bodies look the same'
TOKYO (AP) — Matt Stutzman was born without arms — just stumps at the shoulders. Ellie Cole's right leg was amputated when she was 3, lost to cancer. Bebe Vio had parts of all four limbs amputated after she contracted meningitis as an adolescent. Doctors were able to save her …
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Tellez hits 2 homers in Blue Jays 9-1 win over Red Sox
BUFFALO, N.Y. (AP) — Rowdy Tellez drove in four runs, and the Blue Jays bullpen provided Toronto's injury depleted group of starters a much needed rest.
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Jamal Adams sits Seahawks scrimmage after cutting finger
SEATTLE (AP) — For their second scrimmage of training camp Wednesday, the Seattle Seahawks let Jamal Adams be a spectator.
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Rockies withstand Arizona's rally in 9th, hold on to win 8-7
PHOENIX (AP) — Charlie Blackmon hit a grand slam to help Colorado build a big lead and the Rockies held on during a tense ninth inning to beat the Arizona Diamondbacks 8-7 on Wednesday night.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
No CL glory: PSG's focus on expensive strikers proves costly
Paying for the world’s most expensive strikers cost Paris Saint-Germain 402 million euros ($476 million), but Neymar and Kylian Mbappé failed to score a single goal during the final stages of the Champions League.
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Mets' Smith pleads through tears: 'People still don't care'
NEW YORK (AP) —
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Clevinger welcomed back, Indians rally late to top Twins
CLEVELAND (AP) — There was a painful moment for Mike Clevinger when the magnitude of his risky off-the-field behavior hit him hardest.
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5 MLS games called off as players call for racial justice
Five Major League Soccer matches were postponed Wednesday night as players made a collective statement against racial injustice.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
3 MLB games postponed, players decide after Kenosha shooting
MILWAUKEE (AP) — Three Major League Baseball games were postponed Wednesday as players across the sports landscape drove the decisions in the wake of the weekend shooting by police of Jacob Blake, a Black man, in Wisconsin.
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Uncertainty shrouds Tour de France racing against COVID-19
PARIS (AP) — Already
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Mets blow deGrom's lead, rally in 8th to beat Marlins 5-4
NEW YORK (AP) — The Mets eked out a victory after another tough night for the bullpen — just not in time to salvage a win for ace Jacob deGrom.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Clevinger comes back, Indians rally late to drop Twins 6-3
CLEVELAND (AP) — Mike Clevinger pitched effectively in his first start since breaking COVID-19 protocols and his teammates' trust, and Tyler Naquin doubled home the go-ahead run in Cleveland's three-run eighth inning as the Indians beat the Minnesota Twins 6-3 on Wednesday night to tighten the AL Central.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Tellez hits 2 homers in Blue Jays 9-1 win over Red Sox
BUFFALO, N.Y. (AP) — Rowdy Tellez drove in four runs, and the Blue Jays bullpen provided Toronto's injury depleted group of starters a much needed rest.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
3 MLB games postponed in wake of Kenosha shooting
MILWAUKEE (AP) — Three Major League Baseball games were postponed Wednesday as players across the sports landscape reacted in the wake of the weekend shooting by police of Jacob Blake, a Black man, in Wisconsin.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Five MLS games called off as player protest racial injustice
Major League Soccer players boycotted five games Wednesday night in a collective statement against racial injustice.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Freeman's 2-run HR lifts Braves to sweep of slumping Yankees
ATLANTA (AP) — The Atlanta Braves have renewed hopes their starting pitching can carry them through the second half of a shortened season.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Reds-Brews, M's-Padres games off in wake of Kenosha shooting
MILWAUKEE (AP) — A pair of Major League Baseball games were postponed Wednesday as players across the sports landscape reacted in the wake of the weekend shooting by police of Jacob Blake, a Black man, in Wisconsin.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Chargers rookie QB Herbert trying to make up for lost time
COSTA MESA, Calif. (AP) — Justin Herbert gets his first look at SoFi Stadium on Thursday when the Los Angeles Chargers hold their first scrimmage. When he will get his first NFL start will take a little more time.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Jamal Adams sits Seahawks scrimmage after cutting finger
SEATTLE (AP) — For their second scrimmage of training camp Wednesday, the Seattle Seahawks let Jamal Adams be a spectator.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
AP Source: Reds-Brewers game off in wake of Kenosha shooting
MILWAUKEE (AP) — The Milwaukee Brewers' game against the Cincinnati Reds scheduled for Wednesday night is being postponed in the wake of the weekend shooting by police of Jacob Blake, a Black man, in Wisconsin, a person with knowledge of the situation said.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Tone of Raptors-Celtics matchup changes amid shooting unrest
Toronto and Boston are two of the hottest teams in the playoffs, coming off first-round sweeps of Brooklyn and Philadelphia, respectively, in the first round.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Anderson dazzles in debut, Braves end Cole streak, top Yanks
ATLANTA (AP) — Ian Anderson dazzled in his big league debut, holding the Yankees hitless into the sixth inning and ending Gerrit Cole's 20-game winning streak as the Atlanta Braves beat New York 5-1 Wednesday to open a doubleheader.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Celtic, Legia, Cluj lose Champions League qualifiers at home
GENEVA (AP) — Celtic, Legia Warsaw and Cluj lost in Champions League qualifying Wednesday as home advantage counted for little in games played in empty stadiums.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Golden Knights, Canucks evenly matched headed into Game 3
Vegas won its second-round opener against Vancouver by scoring five goals. The Canucks returned the five-goal favor in Game 2.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Cam Newton slowly making his way into Patriots' culture
FOXBOROUGH, Mass. (AP) — Cam Newton isn’t concerned with whether he’s the front-runner to be the Patriots’ starting quarterback.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Indiana Pacers fire Nate McMillan following 1st-round sweep
INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — Nate McMillan won dozens of regular-season games despite the Indiana Pacers' continual injuries.
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Barcelona still hoping Messi will stay with the club
MADRID (AP) — Barcelona hasn’t given up on Lionel Messi just yet.
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Chiefs' defense gets tough practice test: their own offense
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — Andy Reid always has been an offensive-minded coach, preferring to draw up plays on the beach near his California home, or on a white board in training camp, or even on a napkin during dinner, over trying to figure out how to stop someone.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
NC State at Va Tech postponed 2 weeks amid COVID-19 cases
North Carolina State’s season-opener at Virginia Tech was postponed for two weeks Wednesday because of a cluster of COVID-19 cases among Wolfpack athletes.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Giants' second-round pick McKinney breaks left foot
EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. (AP) — The New York Giants' secondary has taken a big hit with second-round draft pick Xavier McKinney out indefinitely with a broken left foot.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Maguire files appeal and set for retrial, says Man United
Manchester United captain Harry Maguire has filed an appeal against his conviction for assault and attempted bribery of a police officer, and will get a retrial, the Premier League club said Wednesday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
NC State at Virginia Tech postponed amid COVID-19 cases
North Carolina State’s season-opener at Virginia Tech was postponed for two weeks Wednesday because of a cluster of COVID-19 cases among Wolfpack athletes.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Unusual season creates uncertainty as trade deadline nears
MILWAUKEE (AP) — The unusual circumstances surrounding the abbreviated baseball season are creating plenty of questions for teams looking to upgrade their rosters before Monday's trade deadline.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Fans to attend Brighton-Chelsea football friendly match
Spectators will be allowed to attend a preseason match between Premier League teams Brighton and Chelsea on Saturday as part of the latest series of sporting events being used to pilot the safe return of fans in England amid the coronavirus pandemic.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
A baseball life: Scully auctions items from 67-year career
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Vin Scully sat outside watching two sets of his golf clubs being loaded into a truck. He thought of afternoons teeing off at Bel-Air Country Club or with President George H.W. Bush.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Pacers fire McMillan following 2nd straight 1st-round sweep
INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — Nate McMillan won dozens of regular-season games despite the Indiana Pacers' continual injuries.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Slovak club fights UEFA at CAS over Champions League forfeit
GENEVA (AP) — Fighting exclusion from the Champions League under new UEFA rules during the pandemic, Slovan Bratislava wants sport’s highest court to stop its previous opponent playing later Wednesday in the next qualifying round.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Arenado's two doubles lift Rockies over Diamondbacks 5-4
PHOENIX (AP) — Nolan Arenado had two doubles and two RBIs to break out of a slump and help the Colorado Rockies beat the Arizona Diamondbacks 5-4 on Tuesday night.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Avalanche, Flyers look to avoid deep series holes
The Colorado Avalanche and Philadelphia Flyers will look to rediscover their offensive prowess to avoid falling into deep holes in their conference semifinal series.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Crawford, Gonzales lead Mariners to 8-3 win over Padres
SAN DIEGO (AP) — J.P Crawford homered, doubled and drove in three runs for the Seattle Mariners, who beat San Diego 8-3 Tuesday night to snap the Padres’ seven-game winning streak.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Sato, Rahal give Rahal Letterman Lanigan banner Indy 500
The long, white beard cascading out from David Letterman's mask as he climbed onto the new-look winner's podium at Indianapolis Motor Speedway was evidence of just how long it's been since the longtime “Late Show" host joined team co-owner Bobby Rahal in celebrating an Indy 500 victory.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Etienne comfortable deciding to return to Clemson amid virus
Travis Etienne had several choices to weigh during the offseason — and his decisions always led him back to Clemson.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Yankees-Braves postponed by rainy weather, DH set Wednesday
ATLANTA (AP) — The New York Yankees are having to sit out another day, this time because of the weather.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Olson, Semien homer as A's cruise to 10-3 win over Rangers
ARLINGTON, Texas (AP) — Matt Olson and Marcus Semien connected on two-run homers, Stephen Piscotty lined a bases-clearing double and the Oakland Athletics beat the Texas Rangers 10-3 on Tuesday night.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Orgeron: LSU in the market for a transfer cornerback now
LSU coach Ed Orgeron is looking to add a transfer defensive back at a time when uncertainty caused by the coronavirus pandemic could theoretically help the No. 6 Tigers land an established player from another major conference.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Lindor homers, Bieber wins again as Indians down Twins 4-2
CLEVELAND (AP) — His face contorted by emotion, Francisco Lindor looked toward Cleveland's dugout and released a scream that had seemingly been building for weeks.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
LB Kiser back from nasty injury, eyes starting job with Rams
THOUSAND OAKS, Calif. (AP) — During the Los Angeles Rams' training camp one year ago, Micah Kiser was a fifth-round pick who had barely played as a rookie. The young linebacker knew he had to make a big impression in August, and he was well on his way to winning …
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Talented tandem of Olsen and Dissly at tight end for Seattle
RENTON, Wash. (AP) — When Greg Olsen put off a broadcasting career for at least one more season in the NFL, he was looking for a different experience.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Mike Williams status for Chargers' opener in doubt
COSTA MESA, Calif. (AP) — It wouldn't be a Los Angeles Chargers training camp without an injury to a top player. This time, wide receiver Mike Williams is hurt.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
O'Neal agrees to multiyear extension with Turner Sports
Shaquille O'Neal won't be leaving “Inside the NBA" anytime soon. In fact, viewers are going to be seeing more of him across Turner's many platforms.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Paralympic documentary: 'None of the bodies look the same'
TOKYO (AP) — Matt Stutzman was born without arms — just stumps at the shoulders. Ellie Cole's right leg was amputated when she was 3, lost to cancer. Bebe Vio had parts of all four limbs amputated after she contracted meningitis as an adolescent. Doctors were able to save her …
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Arenado's two doubles lift Rockies over Diamondbacks 5-4
PHOENIX (AP) — Nolan Arenado had two doubles and two RBIs to break out of a slump and help the Colorado Rockies beat the Arizona Diamondbacks 5-4 on Tuesday night.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Crawford, Gonzales lead Mariners to 8-3 win over Padres
SAN DIEGO (AP) — J.P Crawford homered, doubled and drove in three runs for the Seattle Mariners, who beat San Diego 8-3 Tuesday night to snap the Padres’ seven-game winning streak.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Olson, Semien homer as A's cruise to 10-3 win over Rangers
ARLINGTON, Texas (AP) — Matt Olson and Marcus Semien connected on two-run homers, Stephen Piscotty lined a bases-clearing double and the Oakland Athletics beat the Texas Rangers 10-3 on Tuesday night.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Lindor homers, Bieber wins again as Indians down Twins 4-2
CLEVELAND (AP) — His face contorted by emotion, Francisco Lindor looked toward Cleveland's dugout and released a scream that had seemingly been building for weeks.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Bieber wins again, Lindor homers as Indians down Twins 4-2
CLEVELAND (AP) — Shane Bieber corrected some unusual early control issues to strike out 10 and Francisco Lindor hit a two-run homer to lead the Cleveland Indians to a 4-2 win over the Minnesota Twins on Tuesday night, evening the three-game series between the AL Central rivals.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Yankees-Braves postponed by rainy weather, DH set Wednesday
ATLANTA (AP) — The New York Yankees are having to sit out another day, this time because of the weather.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Avalanche, Flyers look to avoid deep series holes
The Colorado Avalanche and Philadelphia Flyers will look to rediscover their offensive prowess to avoid falling into deep holes in their conference semifinal series.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
LB Kiser back from nasty injury, eyes starting job with Rams
THOUSAND OAKS, Calif. (AP) — During the Los Angeles Rams' training camp one year ago, Micah Kiser was a fifth-round pick who had barely played as a rookie. The young linebacker knew he had to make a big impression in August, and he was well on his way to winning …
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Talented tandem of Olsen and Dissly at tight end for Seattle
RENTON, Wash. (AP) — When Greg Olsen put off a broadcasting career for at least one more season in the NFL, he was looking for a different experience.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Mike Williams status for Chargers' opener in doubt
COSTA MESA, Calif. (AP) — It wouldn't be a Los Angeles Chargers training camp without an injury to a top player. This time, wide receiver Mike Williams is hurt.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Watt's Up; Steelers LB TJ Watt stepping into spotlight
PITTSBURGH (AP) — T.J. Watt reads the stories from his rookie year in 2017 and can't help but laugh a little. Sure, the Pittsburgh Steelers outside linebacker is more reserved than older brother JJ — the high-profile defensive end for the Houston Texans — but then again, who isn't?
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Fresh start: Clevinger back with Indians after demotion
CLEVELAND (AP) — The Indians are ready to give starter Mike Clevinger another chance — and the ball.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Sixers GM Brand says Embiid, Simmons won't be traded
PHILADELPHIA (AP) — The next coach of the Philadelphia 76ers can count on having Joel Embiid and Ben Simmons.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Money Man: Baker agrees to $59M, 4-year deal with Cardinals
Budda Baker got a round of applause from his teammates in the locker room and linebacker Chandler Jones introduced him as the “Money Man” as he made his way through the Cardinals' stadium on Tuesday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Etienne comfortable deciding to return to Clemson amid virus
Travis Etienne had several choices to weigh during the offseason — and his decisions always led him back to Clemson.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
After another sweep, Pacers turn focus to healthy offseason
INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — Myles Turner has been to the playoffs each of his first five seasons with the Indiana Pacers. He still hasn't reached the second round.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Suárez, Rakitic, Vidal and Umtiti could be leaving Barcelona
MADRID (AP) — With or without Lionel Messi, incoming Barcelona coach Ronald Koeman seems to be clear about who won't fit into his squad next season.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Clevinger back with Indians after COVID-related demotion
CLEVELAND (AP) — Cleveland Indians starter Mike Clevinger will pitch Wednesday for the first time since breaking team rules and Major League Baseball COVID-19 protocols and being demoted for 10 days.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
NWSL's 9 teams returning to local markets with fall series
The National Women's Soccer League, coming off the success of the Challenge Cup tournament, will play a series of games this fall in local markets with selected matches on national television.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
LAFC's Carlos Vela has knee injury, likely out a few weeks
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Los Angeles FC forward Carlos Vela is likely to be sidelined for at least a few weeks by a left knee injury.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Banged-up Browns lose rookie safety Grant Delpit for season
BEREA, Ohio (AP) — Grant Delpit's 2020 season ended with the Browns before it began.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Orgeron: LSU in the market for a transfer cornerback now
LSU coach Ed Orgeron is looking to add a transfer defensive back at a time when uncertainty caused by the coronavirus pandemic could theoretically help the No. 6 Tigers land an established player from another major conference.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Braves call up top prospect Anderson to face Cole, Yankees
ATLANTA (AP) — The Atlanta Braves called up top prospect Ian Anderson to make his big league debut Tuesday night against Gerrit Cole and the New York Yankees.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Lions skip practice after discussing shooting of Jacob Blake
ALLEN PARK, Mich. (AP) — The Detroit Lions decided not to practice on Tuesday, protesting after a Black man was shot by police in Wisconsin.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Penguins reacquire F Kapanen from Maple Leafs
PITTSBURGH (AP) — The retooling of the Pittsburgh Penguins' roster has begun.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Cardinals' safety Baker agrees to 4-year, $59 million deal
Two-time Pro Bowl safety Budda Baker has agreed to terms on a $59 million, four-year contract extension with the Arizona Cardinals.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Browns rookie Delpit ruptures Achilles tendon, done for 2020
BEREA, Ohio (AP) — Grant Delpit's 2020 season ended with the Browns before it began.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Dodgers reach halfway point with baseball's best record
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Even amid the upheaval of a pandemic, one thing is predictable: the Los Angeles Dodgers are very good.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Doncic and Mitchell reaching new heights in the postseason
One after the other, Luka Doncic and Donovan Mitchell turned in record book-worthy performances on the same court at Disney.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Chargers' Jennings looking to prove he can excel at receiver
COSTA MESA, Calif. (AP) — Darius Jennings has displayed his ability on kick returns but he is hoping the Los Angeles Chargers will finally let him show what he can do at wide receiver.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Engram showing signs of breakout season, health permitting
EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. (AP) — New York Giants tight end Evan Engram is tired of listening to people talk about his talent, potential and, of course, his injuries.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
AP source: Browns rookie safety Delpit tears Achilles
BEREA, Ohio (AP) — For the second time in training camp, the Browns defense has been rocked by a major injury.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Sato, Rahal give Rahal Letterman Lanigan banner Indy 500
The long, white beard cascading out from David Letterman's mask as he climbed onto the new-look winner's podium at Indianapolis Motor Speedway was evidence of just how long it's been since the longtime “Late Show" host joined team co-owner Bobby Rahal in celebrating an Indy 500 victory.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Twins get homers from Sanó, Cruz, top Indians 3-2 in opener
CLEVELAND (AP) — The Minnesota Twins are halfway to another division title. Now if they could just get fully healthy.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
The right Fitz: Steelers' Fitzpatrick looks to build on 2020
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Minkah Fitzpatrick is just fine with how 2019 turned out, thanks for asking.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Jackson back with Seahawks after getting knocked out
RENTON, Wash. (AP) — Seattle Seahawks defensive end Branden Jackson was back at the team facility Monday, two days after he suffered a head injury in a team scrimmage and was taken away in an ambulance.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Patriots re-sign Nick Folk, adding to kicking competition
FOXBOROUGH, Mass. (AP) — The Patriots may not have settled on their replacement for kicker Stephen Gostkowski.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Simulated game provides real-time answers for Colts coaches
INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — The Indianapolis Colts used the first week of padded practices to get re-acclimated to contact.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
76ers fire Brett Brown after being swept out of playoffs
PHILADELPHIA (AP) — Patient and positive, Brett Brown was the perfect coach for the Philadelphia 76ers when they set up a long-term home in the NBA basement.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Wisconsin sports teams speak out after police shooting
MILWAUKEE (AP) — Wisconsin’s three major professional sports teams wasted no time speaking out after the police shooting of a Black man sparked violent protests in the Milwaukee suburb of Kenosha.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Rockies snap 7-game losing skid with 3-2 win over D-backs
PHOENIX (AP) — Ryan Castellani sat in just about every part of Chase Field while he grew up going to Diamondbacks games as a fan.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Valdez fans career-high 11 as Astros beat Angels 11-4
HOUSTON (AP) — Before Dusty Baker became manager of the Houston Astros. he heard that left-hander Framber Valdez had all the weapons, but just needed to get it all together and find the strike zone.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Chiefs encouraging fans who show up to keep their masks on
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — Every time Andy Reid and Patrick Mahomes looked into the stands on Saturday, they saw Chiefs fans wearing masks.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
O'Neal agrees to multiyear extension with Turner Sports
Shaquille O'Neal won't be leaving “Inside the NBA" anytime soon. In fact, viewers are going to be seeing more of him across Turner's many platforms.
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Paralympic documentary: 'None of the bodies look the same'
TOKYO (AP) — Matt Stutzman was born without arms — just stumps at the shoulders. Ellie Cole's right leg was amputated when she was 3, lost to cancer. Bebe Vio had parts of all four limbs amputated after she contracted meningitis as an adolescent. Doctors were able to save her …
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Smoak, Brewers snap 4-game skid, beat Bauer, Reds 4-2
MILWAUKEE (AP) — The Milwaukee Brewers picked an unlikely evening to end their run of slow starts.
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Valdez fans career-high 11 as Astros beat Angels 11-4
HOUSTON (AP) — Before Dusty Baker became manager of the Houston Astros. he heard that left-hander Framber Valdez had all the weapons, but just needed to get it all together and find the strike zone.
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Rockies snap 7-game losing skid with 3-2 win over D-backs
PHOENIX (AP) — Ryan Castellani sat in just about every part of Chase Field while he grew up going to Diamondbacks games as a fan.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Twins get homers from Sanó, Cruz, top Indians 3-2 in opener
CLEVELAND (AP) — The Minnesota Twins are halfway to another division title. Now if they could just get fully healthy.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Smoak, Brewers snap 4-game skid, beat Bauer, Reds 4-2
MILWAUKEE (AP) — The Milwaukee Brewers picked an unlikely evening to end their run of slow starts.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
AP source: Browns rookie safety Delpit tears Achilles
BEREA, Ohio (AP) — For the second time in training camp, the Browns defense has been rocked by a major injury.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Sanó, Cruz homer as Twins top Indians 3-2 in series opener
CLEVELAND (AP) — Miguel Sanó hit a two-run homer and Nelson Cruz connected for a solo shot to lead the injury-riddled Minnesota Twins to a 3-2 win over the Cleveland Indians on Monday night in the opener of a three-game series between the AL Central's top teams.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Paralympic documentary: 'None of the bodies look the same'
TOKYO (AP) — Matt Stutzman was born without arms — just stumps at the shoulders. Ellie Cole's right leg was amputated when she was 3, lost to cancer. Bebe Vio had parts of all four limbs amputated after she contracted meningitis as an adolescent. Doctors were able to save her …
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Wisconsin sports teams speak out after police shooting
MILWAUKEE (AP) — Wisconsin’s three major professional sports teams wasted no time speaking out after the police shooting of a Black man sparked violent protests in the Milwaukee suburb of Kenosha.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Chargers' Jennings looking to prove he can excel at receiver
COSTA MESA, Calif. (AP) — Darius Jennings has displayed his ability on kick returns but he is hoping the Los Angeles Chargers will finally let him show what he can do at wide receiver.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
The right Fitz: Steelers' Fitzpatrick looks to build on 2020
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Minkah Fitzpatrick is just fine with how 2019 turned out, thanks for asking.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Simulated game provides real-time answers for Colts coaches
INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — The Indianapolis Colts used the first week of padded practices to get re-acclimated to contact.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Jackson back with Seahawks after getting knocked out
RENTON, Wash. (AP) — Seattle Seahawks defensive end Branden Jackson was back at the team facility Monday, two days after he suffered a head injury in a team scrimmage and was taken away in an ambulance.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Chiefs encouraging fans who show up to keep their masks on
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — Every time Andy Reid and Patrick Mahomes looked into the stands on Saturday, they saw Chiefs fans wearing masks.
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Dodgers reach halfway point with baseball's best record
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Even amid the upheaval of a pandemic, one thing is predictable: the Los Angeles Dodgers are very good.
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Doncic and Mitchell reaching new heights in the postseason
One after the other, Luka Doncic and Donovan Mitchell turned in record book-worthy performances on the same court at Disney.
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Engram showing signs of breakout season, health permitting
EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. (AP) — New York Giants tight end Evan Engram is tired of listening to people talk about his talent, potential and, of course, his injuries.
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Lightning looking for better start in Game 2 against Bruins
The Tampa Bay Lightning opened Game 1 against Boston on shaky ice, fumbling away pucks, turning it over in their own end, giving up a pair of early goals.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
76ers fire Brett Brown after being swept out of playoffs
PHILADELPHIA (AP) — Patient and positive, Brett Brown was the perfect coach for the Philadelphia 76ers when they set up a long-term home in the NBA basement.
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Houston's Stills discusses kneeling, activism and Goodell
HOUSTON (AP) — Kenny Stills is glad NFL commissioner Roger Goodell regrets the way he initially reacted when Colin Kaepernick and a handful of other players began kneeling during the national anthem to protest police brutality years ago.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Patriots re-sign Nick Folk, adding to kicking competition
FOXBOROUGH, Mass. (AP) — The Patriots may not have settled on their replacement for kicker Stephen Gostkowski.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Playoff trips have Hurricanes aiming for growth, deeper run
RALEIGH, N.C. (AP) — The Carolina Hurricanes have moved past a long playoff drought and look ready to remain a postseason fixture. They just have to figure out what changes will carry them even farther.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
'Risky?' Plenty of debate about Dolphins allowing spectators
MIAMI (AP) — Miami Dolphins quarterback Ryan Fitzpatrick says an NFL crowd of 13,000 is enough to be heard.
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Browns rookie safety Delpit carted off with Achilles injury
BEREA, Ohio (AP) — The Browns defense may have taken another jarring hit.
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Avalanche goalie Grubauer, D-man Johnson out indefinitely
The Colorado Avalanche could be without two important players for the rest of their second-round series against the Dallas Stars.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Indians manager Francona to miss 3-game series against Twins
CLEVELAND (AP) — Cleveland Indians manager Terry Francona will miss the club's three-game series against Minnesota this week while he continues to deal with health issues.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Slovakian club forfeits CL qualifier over virus cases
GENEVA (AP) — The champion of Slovakia on Monday became the second team to be removed from the Champions League qualifying rounds after players tested positive for COVID-19.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Doctor: NFL COVID-19 testing issues gave it test fire drill
ALLEN PARK, Mich. (AP) — In two-plus weeks, the NFL kicks off its season. That doesn't leave the league much time to resolve significant issues about its COVID-19 testing procedures.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
O'Neal agrees to multiyear extension with Turner Sports
Shaquille O'Neal won't be leaving “Inside the NBA" anytime soon. In fact, viewers are going to be seeing more of him across Turner's many platforms.
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'Risky'? Dolphins to allow up to 13,000 fans at home opener
MIAMI (AP) — The Miami Dolphins will allow up to 13,000 socially distancing fans to attend their home opener against the Buffalo Bills on Sept. 20, a decision that divided political leaders and upset the visiting coach.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Miami Dolphins to allow up to 13,000 fans at home opener
MIAMI (AP) — The Miami Dolphins will allow up to 13,000 socially distancing fans to attend their home opener against the Buffalo Bills on Sept. 20, a decision supported by state and local political leaders.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Brown's future in jeopardy after 76ers suffer early exit
PHILADELPHIA (AP) — A year ago against Toronto, four bounces of the basketball finished the 76ers. This season, four straight playoff losses ended Philly’s season and sent the Sixers to the brink of a serious shakeup.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Celtics not celebrating despite making quick work of 76ers
During his first eight NBA seasons in Charlotte, Kemba Walker never made it out of the first round of the playoffs.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Expect the unexpected: MLB's best bats aren't all familiar
Bryce Harper is hammering his usual homers for the Philadelphia Phillies. Mike Trout and Mookie Betts are flashing their expected MVP-level skills while second-year phenom Fernando Tatis Jr. has been arguably the game's best player.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Ravens terminate contract of S Earl Thomas after fight
The Baltimore Ravens have terminated the contract of seven-time Pro Bowl safety Earl Thomas, who got involved in a fight with a teammate Friday and did not attend practice Saturday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Lewandowski finally gets to lift Champions League trophy
LISBON, Portugal (AP) — There was no goal or scoring record for Robert Lewandowski, but the Polish striker got to lift the Champions League trophy for the first time.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Dodgers pound 7 homers, beat Rockies 11-3 to finish sweep
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Kiké Hernández hit a three-run drive, crossed the plate and motioned taking a 3-point jumper in a tribute to Kobe Bryant on what would have been the late NBA superstar's 42nd birthday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Ruidiaz has 2 goals in Seattle's 3-0 win over Portland
PORTLAND, Ore, (AP) — Raul Ruidiaz scored twice and the Seattle Sounders defeated the Portland Timbers 3-0 in an eerily fanless Cascadia Cup match on Sunday night.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Neymar, Mbappé fail to lead PSG to 1st CL title
LISBON, Portugal (AP) — Neymar and Kylian Mbappé sat side by side on Paris Saint-Germain’s bench after the 1-0 loss to Bayern Munich in the Champions League final on Sunday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Fans clash with Paris riot police after PSG loses final
PARIS (AP) — Dozens of disgruntled Paris Saint-Germain fans clashed with French riot police on the Champs-Élysées on Sunday after their team lost to Bayern Munich in the Champions League final in Lisbon.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Sato, Rahal give Rahal Letterman Lanigan banner Indy 500
The long, white beard cascading out from David Letterman's mask as he climbed onto the new-look winner's podium at Indianapolis Motor Speedway was evidence of just how long it's been since the longtime “Late Show" host joined team co-owner Bobby Rahal in celebrating an Indy 500 victory.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Rams RB Darrell Henderson sidelined by hamstring injury
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Los Angeles Rams running back Darrell Henderson has a hamstring injury that could hamper his chances to contend for the starting job.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Phillies use long ball, strong bullpen outing to beat Braves
ATLANTA (AP) — Rhys Hoskins, Didi Gregorius and Alec Bohm homered, Philadelphia's bullpen turned in a rare strong performance and the Phillies snapped a five-game skid with a 5-4 victory over the Atlanta Braves on Sunday night.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Tatis' stellar catch, Machado HR lift Padres over Astros 5-3
SAN DIEGO (AP) — What a wild, spectacular week it was for budding superstar Fernando Tatis Jr. and the San Diego Padres.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Syracuse confident but wary as football season nears
Syracuse coach Dino Babers has had to cope with three missed practices as he tries to get the Orange ready for a football season during a pandemic.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Browns sign Super Bowl 48 MVP Malcolm Smith
CLEVELAND (AP) — Thin and inexperienced at linebacker, the Cleveland Browns signed former Super Bowl MVP Malcolm Smith on Sunday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Hawkeyes drop 4 sports amid financial crisis tied to virus
Iowa will drop four sports programs as part of the athletic department's response to a projected loss of $100 million in revenue because of the coronavirus pandemic.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Ruidiaz has 2 goals in Seattle's 3-0 win over Portland
PORTLAND, Ore, (AP) — Raul Ruidiaz scored twice and the Seattle Sounders defeated the Portland Timbers 3-0 in an eerily fanless Cascadia Cup match on Sunday night.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Phillies use long ball, strong bullpen outing to beat Braves
ATLANTA (AP) — Rhys Hoskins, Didi Gregorius and Alec Bohm homered, Philadelphia's bullpen turned in a rare strong performance and the Phillies snapped a five-game skid with a 5-4 victory over the Atlanta Braves on Sunday night.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Rams RB Darrell Henderson sidelined by hamstring injury
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Los Angeles Rams running back Darrell Henderson has a hamstring injury that could hamper his chances to contend for the starting job.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Tatis' stellar catch, Machado HR lift Padres over Astros 5-3
SAN DIEGO (AP) — What a wild, spectacular week it was for budding superstar Fernando Tatis Jr. and the San Diego Padres.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Fans clash with Paris riot police after PSG loses final
PARIS (AP) — Dozens of disgruntled Paris Saint-Germain fans clashed with French riot police on the Champs-Élysées on Sunday after their team lost to Bayern Munich in the Champions League final in Lisbon.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Lewandowski finally gets to lift Champions League trophy
LISBON, Portugal (AP) — There was no goal or scoring record for Robert Lewandowski, but the Polish striker got to lift the Champions League trophy for the first time.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Dodgers pound 7 homers, beat Rockies 11-3 to finish sweep
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Kiké Hernández hit a three-run drive, crossed the plate and motioned taking a 3-point jumper in a tribute to Kobe Bryant on what would have been the late NBA superstar's 42nd birthday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Sato, Rahal give Rahal Letterman Lanigan banner Indy 500
The long, white beard cascading out from David Letterman's mask as he climbed onto the new-look winner's podium at Indianapolis Motor Speedway was evidence of just how long it's been since the longtime “Late Show" host joined team co-owner Bobby Rahal in celebrating an Indy 500 victory.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
PSG fans clash with Paris riot police after CL defeat
PARIS (AP) — Dozens of disgruntled Paris Saint-Germain fans clashed with French riot police on the Champs-Élysées on Sunday after their team lost to Bayern Munich in the Champions League final in Lisbon.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Neymar, Mbappé fail to lead PSG to 1st CL title
LISBON, Portugal (AP) — Neymar and Kylian Mbappé sat side by side on Paris Saint-Germain’s bench after the 1-0 loss to Bayern Munich in the Champions League final on Sunday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Browns sign Super Bowl 48 MVP Malcolm Smith
CLEVELAND (AP) — Thin and inexperienced at linebacker, the Cleveland Browns signed former Super Bowl MVP Malcolm Smith on Sunday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Ravens terminate contract of S Earl Thomas after fight
The Baltimore Ravens have terminated the contract of seven-time Pro Bowl safety Earl Thomas, who got involved in a fight with a teammate Friday and did not attend practice Saturday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Kovač draws 1st game in charge of Monaco in French league
PARIS (AP) — Former Bayern Munich coach Niko Kovač's first game in charge of Monaco saw his new side rally from 2-0 down to draw 2-2 against Reims on Sunday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
White homers, drives in 6 as Mariners thump Rangers 10-1
SEATTLE (AP) — Rookie Evan White doubled and homered in his first two at-bats and finished with a career-high six RBIs, Kyle Lewis added three more hits to his AL-leading total and the Seattle Mariners beat the Texas Rangers 10-1 on Saturday night.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Atlanta finally scores, Martinez brace beats Nashville 2-0
ATLANTA (AP) — Finally, a goal.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Braves rally to beat Workman, Phillies 6-5 in 9th
ATLANTA (AP) — Adam Duvall and the Atlanta Braves spoiled Brandon Workman’s debut with Philadelphia, rallying for a 6-5 win over the sliding Phillies on Saturday night.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
On hold: Fall athletes try to assess future
Devin Meyrer has the same feelings as many athletes in conferences that have seen their fall seasons postponed due to the coronavirus pandemic. He understands why the decision was made, but he isn't sure whether it will be feasible to conduct a season in the spring.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
MATCHDAY: PSG and Bayern play for Champions League title
LISBON, Portugal (AP) — A look at the Champions League final between Paris Saint-Germain and Bayern Munich on Sunday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Empty El Tráfico: LAFC, Galaxy rekindle rivalry without fans
LOS ANGELES (AP) — The stadium lights flickered and composer Ennio Morricone's haunting “The Ecstasy of Gold” blasted through the Banc of California Stadium sound system Saturday, just as they always do before Los Angeles FC's home games.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Syracuse confident but wary as football season nears
Syracuse coach Dino Babers has had to cope with three missed practices as he tries to get the Orange ready for a football season during a pandemic.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Seahawks' Jackson 'knocked out'; scrimmage halted early
SEATTLE (AP) — Seattle Seahawks defensive lineman Branden Jackson was “knocked out” and taken off the field on a backboard as a precaution after being injured during the team’s scrimmage on Saturday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Ice loves Marco: Ice-T tops celebrities rooting for Andretti
Ice-T might be on the set of “Law & Order” when he takes a call to jet off to some far-flung destination with Marco Andretti and his celebrity pals.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
A generation apart, Lewandowski and Mbappé seek 1st CL title
LISBON, Portugal (AP) — Robert Lewandowski had already been playing for nearly a decade when Kylian Mbappé started his career.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Offense breaks out as Pirates rip Brewers 12-5
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Derek Shelton has made it a point to keep reminding Gregory Polanco of all the little things the Pittsburgh Pirates right fielder is doing right in the batter's box during a season-long slump. Keep at it, the first-year manager stressed to the longest-tenured player on his team. …
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Slam Diego! Cronenworth hits Padres' 5th slam in 6 games
SAN DIEGO (AP) — Welcome to Slam Diego.
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Already ailing, Twins lose Odorizzi, Littell to injured list
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — The ailing Minnesota Twins added two more names to their injured list Saturday when Jake Odorizzi was sidelined with bruised ribs and fellow right-hander Zack Littell was shut down because of right elbow inflammation.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
For Bears' Khalil Mack, last season not 'good enough at all'
CHICAGO (AP) — Sweat dripping down his massive arms as he worked out on a Peloton machine, Khalil Mack had his sights set on big things.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Palace preview: Rams marvel at 1st trip to new SoFi Stadium
INGLEWOOD, Calif. (AP) — The Los Angeles Rams' inaugural visit to their new home was a big hit.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Bobo offended by allegations of abuse, racial insensitivity
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — First-year South Carolina assistant Mike Bobo said he was offended by allegations that anyone on his former Colorado State staff or team say they were abused or treated with racial insensitivity.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Florida's Carter dedicates season to virus victims, fighters
GAINESVILLE, Fla. (AP) — Florida defensive end Zach Carter plans to play and will dedicate the season to those affected by COVID-19.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Bellinger homers in 9th as Dodgers defeat Rockies 4-3
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Cody Bellinger didn't know until first base umpire Bill Miller signaled home run that he had given the surging Los Angeles Dodgers a 4-3 victory over the slumping Colorado Rockies on Saturday night.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Hawkeyes drop 4 sports amid financial crisis tied to virus
Iowa will drop four sports programs as part of the athletic department's response to a projected loss of $100 million in revenue because of the coronavirus pandemic.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Orioles tag Boston bullpen, end skid with 5-4 victory
BALTIMORE (AP) — Boston's first game with its revamped bullpen coincided with its initial foray into an extra-inning game with baseball's new rules.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Phillies add relievers Workman, Hembree, Hale to roster
ATLANTA (AP) — Newly acquired relievers Brandon Workman, Heath Hembree and David Hale were active for Philadelphia's game against the Atlanta Braves on Saturday night.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Rosario, Sano back stingy Dobnak as Twins beat Royals 7-2
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — The Twins' Eddie Rosario and Miguel Sano have seen Royals starter Brady Singer three times in the last three weeks.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Bellinger homers in 9th as Dodgers defeat Rockies 4-3
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Cody Bellinger didn't know until first base umpire Bill Miller signaled home run that he had given the surging Los Angeles Dodgers a 4-3 victory over the slumping Colorado Rockies on Saturday night.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
White homers, drives in 6 as Mariners thump Rangers 10-1
SEATTLE (AP) — Rookie Evan White doubled and homered in his first two at-bats and finished with a career-high six RBIs, Kyle Lewis added three more hits to his AL-leading total and the Seattle Mariners beat the Texas Rangers 10-1 on Saturday night.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Palace preview: Rams marvel at 1st trip to new SoFi Stadium
INGLEWOOD, Calif. (AP) — The Los Angeles Rams' inaugural visit to their new home was a big hit.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Orioles tag Boston bullpen, end skid with 5-4 victory
BALTIMORE (AP) — Boston's first game with its revamped bullpen coincided with its initial foray into an extra-inning game with baseball's new rules.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Slam Diego! Cronenworth hits Padres' 5th slam in 6 games
SAN DIEGO (AP) — Padres rookie Jake Cronenworth hit a grand slam in a wild nine-run second inning Saturday night against Houston, making San Diego the first team in major league history to hit five in six games.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Braves rally to beat Workman, Phillies 6-5 in 9th
ATLANTA (AP) — Adam Duvall and the Atlanta Braves spoiled Brandon Workman’s debut with Philadelphia, rallying for a 6-5 win over the sliding Phillies on Saturday night.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Rosario, Sano back stingy Dobnak as Twins beat Royals 7-2
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — The Twins' Eddie Rosario and Miguel Sano have seen Royals starter Brady Singer three times in the last three weeks.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Atlanta finally scores, Martinez brace beats Nashville 2-0
ATLANTA (AP) — Finally, a goal.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
MATCHDAY: PSG and Bayern play for Champions League title
LISBON, Portugal (AP) — A look at the Champions League final between Paris Saint-Germain and Bayern Munich on Sunday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Offense breaks out as Pirates rip Brewers 12-5
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Derek Shelton has made it a point to keep reminding Gregory Polanco of all the little things the Pittsburgh Pirates right fielder is doing right in the batter's box during a season-long slump. Keep at it, the first-year manager stressed to the longest-tenured player on his team. …
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Empty El Tráfico: LAFC, Galaxy rekindle rivalry without fans
LOS ANGELES (AP) — The stadium lights flickered and composer Ennio Morricone's haunting “The Ecstasy of Gold” blasted through the Banc of California Stadium sound system Saturday, just as they always do before Los Angeles FC's home games.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Already ailing, Twins lose Odorizzi, Littell to injured list
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — The ailing Minnesota Twins added two more names to their injured list Saturday when Jake Odorizzi was sidelined with bruised ribs and fellow right-hander Zack Littell was shut down because of right elbow inflammation.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
For Bears' Khalil Mack, last season not 'good enough at all'
CHICAGO (AP) — Sweat dripping down his massive arms as he worked out on a Peloton machine, Khalil Mack had his sights set on big things.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Phillies add relievers Workman, Hembree, Hale to roster
ATLANTA (AP) — Newly acquired relievers Brandon Workman, Heath Hembree and David Hale were active for Philadelphia's game against the Atlanta Braves on Saturday night.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Seahawks' Jackson 'knocked out'; scrimmage halted early
SEATTLE (AP) — Seattle Seahawks defensive lineman Branden Jackson was “knocked out” and taken off the field on a backboard as a precaution after being injured during the team’s scrimmage on Saturday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Da Silva goal secures point for Rennes in 1-1 draw at Lille
PARIS (AP) — Rennes captain Damien Da Silva scored late to earn his side a 1-1 draw at Lille on Saturday in a French league game where both teams finished with 10 men.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
McKinley eager to prove Falcons wrong on fifth-year option
FLOWERY BRANCH, Ga. (AP) — Takk McKinley has all the motivation he needs heading into the season.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Rivera wants 'business as usual' while battling skin cancer
Ron Rivera called his players together to deliver the “tough news" of his cancer diagnosis on Thursday night and by Saturday morning ripped into them for a practice that didn't meet his standards.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Browns CB Johnson released from hospital, RB Chubb back
BEREA, Ohio (AP) — Cleveland Browns cornerback Kevin Johnson has been released from the hospital after suffering a lacerated liver in practice this week.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Browns CB Johnson released from hospital after liver injury
BEREA, Ohio (AP) — Cleveland Browns cornerback Kevin Johnson has been released from the hospital after suffering a lacerated liver in practice this week.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
A generation apart, Lewandowski and Mbappé seek 1st CL title
LISBON, Portugal (AP) — Robert Lewandowski had already been playing for nearly a decade when Kylian Mbappé started his career.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Extra security measures in Paris for PSG's big game
PARIS (AP) — With Paris Saint-Germain looking to become only the second French club to win the Champions League, around 3,000 police will be deployed on the Champs-Élysées and outside the club's stadium on Sunday night to prevent wild fan celebrations amid coronavirus concerns.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Sevilla victory continues love affair with Europa League
COLOGNE, Germany (AP) — Not even the coronavirus could stop Sevilla's love affair with the Europa League.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Neymar gets his shot at glory in Champions League final
LISBON, Portugal (AP) — Neymar is finally getting his big chance to shine.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Conte hints Inter future uncertain after Europa League loss
COLOGNE, Germany (AP) — Antonio Conte hinted Friday that his future at Inter Milan remains uncertain after losing to Sevilla in the final of the Europa League.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
7-goal surges push Avalanche and Stars into 2nd-round series
The Dallas Stars certainly can't take too much comfort in those four victories over Colorado in the regular season or their unprecedented seven-goal surge to advance in these unusual playoffs.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Buehler strikes out 11, Dodgers beat Rox 5-1 for 20th win
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Walker Buehler watched Clayton Kershaw strike out 11 in Seattle a night earlier. Inspired by the three-time NL Cy Young Award winner, Buehler shook off his own struggles and punched out the same number of batters against Colorado.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
No slams, but Machado, Padres end Astros' 8-game win streak
SAN DIEGO (AP) — There were no flashy grand slams for the San Diego Padres, just a gritty, grind-em-out effort from the bullpen after Garrett Richards lasted only two innings.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Ozuna hits 2 HRs, Braves rough up Nola, Phillies 11-2
ATLANTA (AP) — The Braves don't look like they are missing two of their best hitters.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
On hold: Fall athletes try to assess future
Devin Meyrer has the same feelings as many athletes in conferences that have seen their fall seasons postponed due to the coronavirus pandemic. He understands why the decision was made, but he isn't sure whether it will be feasible to conduct a season in the spring.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Soler, Dozier power Royals to 7-2 victory over Twins
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — The Royals knew they would need somebody to step up when Salvador Perez went on the injured list earlier in the day with a mysterious eye ailment that had caused the star catcher to have some blurry vision.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Syracuse confident but wary as football season nears
Syracuse coach Dino Babers has had to cope with three missed practices as he tries to get the Orange ready for a football season during a pandemic.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Fit and ready, Rams' Whitworth back for another season at 38
THOUSAND OAKS, Calif. (AP) — Andrew Whitworth gets the needling phone calls and texts regularly from his friends. They're all wondering why their 38-year-old buddy is still strapping on pads and a helmet in the California summer heat instead of joining them on the shady nearby golf courses.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Ice loves Marco: Ice-T tops celebrities rooting for Andretti
Ice-T might be on the set of “Law & Order” when he takes a call to jet off to some far-flung destination with Marco Andretti and his celebrity pals.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Paredes slams, Tigers end 20-game losing streak to Indians
CLEVELAND (AP) — The Indians began drumming on coolers and buckets in the dugout during their recent win streak. On Friday, they finally stopped beating on the Tigers.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Georgia Tech still undecided on a starting quarterback
ATLANTA (AP) — Georgia Tech is taking its time deciding on a starting quarterback.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Georgia Bulldogs planning to have fans between the hedges
The Georgia Bulldogs are planning to have some fans for their football games played between the hedges.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Bobo offended by allegations of abuse, racial insensitivity
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — First-year South Carolina assistant Mike Bobo said he was offended by allegations that anyone on his former Colorado State staff or team say they were abused or treated with racial insensitivity.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
White Sox belt 6 HRs, pound Cubs 10-1 for 6th straight win
CHICAGO (AP) — The Chicago White Sox belted six more home runs in another lopsided win, and Dallas Keuchel sure was impressed.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Brain games; Steelers want LB Bush to take mental leap
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Devin Bush's speed was never in question. If anything, it's one of the reasons the Pittsburgh Steelers traded up to grab the inside linebacker with the innate knack for getting to the ball as quickly as possible in the 2019 draft.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Florida's Carter dedicates season to virus victims, fighters
GAINESVILLE, Fla. (AP) — Florida defensive end Zach Carter plans to play and will dedicate the season to those affected by COVID-19.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Sevilla beats Inter Milan 3-2 to win 6th Europa League
COLOGNE, Germany (AP) — The longest Europa League season came down to a defender’s spectacular shot and a striker trying to keep it out.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Hawkeyes drop 4 sports amid financial crisis tied to virus
Iowa will drop four sports programs as part of the athletic department's response to a projected loss of $100 million in revenue because of the coronavirus pandemic.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Indians' Francona undergoes procedure, not ready to manage
CLEVELAND (AP) — Indians manager Terry Francona underwent a scheduled medical procedure for a gastrointestinal ailment on Friday and will likely miss the team's three-game series against the Detroit Tigers.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Phillies bolster bullpen in trades with Yankees, Red Sox
BALTIMORE (AP) — The Philadelphia Phillies got an early jump on the trade deadline, moving to fortify their ineffective bullpen by acquiring relievers Brandon Workman and Heath Hembree from the Boston Red Sox.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Kuhl earns first win in 2 years as Pirates top Brewers 7-2
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Chad Kuhl's long climb back to the starting rotation is complete. Kuhl pitched five effective innings for his first win in more than two years, and the Pittsburgh Pirates rolled by the Milwaukee Brewers 7-2 on Friday night.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Red Sox beat Orioles 8-5 for season-high third straight win
BALTIMORE (AP) — Xander Bogaerts and J.D. Martinez homered to provide Boston an early lead, and the Red Sox beat the Baltimore Orioles 8-5 Friday night for their season-high third straight victory.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Gronkowski looks like old self with Brady-led Buccaneers
TAMPA, Fla. (AP) — A refreshed Rob Gronkowski is back on the practice field with Tom Brady, sweating in the hot Florida sun, preparing for the duo’s first season with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
LSU QB Brennan aims to validate upheld commitment, patience
LSU quarterback Myles Brennan is well on his way to becoming a poster boy for upheld commitments and delayed gratification.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Flyers celebrate 1st postseason series win since 2012
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COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
No slams, but Machado, Padres end Astros' 8-game win streak
SAN DIEGO (AP) — There were no flashy grand slams for the San Diego Padres, just a gritty, grind-em-out effort from the bullpen after Garrett Richards lasted only two innings.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Buehler strikes out 11, Dodgers beat Rox 5-1 for 20th win
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Walker Buehler watched Clayton Kershaw strike out 11 in Seattle a night earlier. Inspired by the three-time NL Cy Young Award winner, Buehler shook off his own struggles and punched out the same number of batters against Colorado.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Ozuna hits 2 HRs, Braves rough up Nola, Phillies 11-2
ATLANTA (AP) — The Braves don't look like they are missing two of their best hitters.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Soler, Dozier power Royals to 7-2 victory over Twins
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — The Royals knew they would need somebody to step up when Salvador Perez went on the injured list earlier in the day with a mysterious eye ailment that had caused the star catcher to have some blurry vision.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
White Sox belt 6 HRs, pound Cubs 10-1 for 6th straight win
CHICAGO (AP) — The Chicago White Sox belted six more home runs in another lopsided win, and Dallas Keuchel sure was impressed.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Paredes slams, Tigers end 20-game losing streak to Indians
CLEVELAND (AP) — The Indians began drumming on coolers and buckets in the dugout during their recent win streak. On Friday, they finally stopped beating on the Tigers.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Red Sox beat Orioles 8-5 for season-high third straight win
BALTIMORE (AP) — Xander Bogaerts and J.D. Martinez homered to provide Boston an early lead, and the Red Sox beat the Baltimore Orioles 8-5 Friday night for their season-high third straight victory.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Kuhl earns first win in 2 years as Pirates top Brewers 7-2
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Chad Kuhl's long climb back to the starting rotation is complete. Kuhl pitched five effective innings for his first win in more than two years, and the Pittsburgh Pirates rolled by the Milwaukee Brewers 7-2 on Friday night.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Phillies bolster bullpen in trades with Yankees, Red Sox
BALTIMORE (AP) — The Philadelphia Phillies got an early jump on the trade deadline, moving to fortify their ineffective bullpen by acquiring relievers Brandon Workman and Heath Hembree from the Boston Red Sox.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Fit and ready, Rams' Whitworth back for another season at 38
THOUSAND OAKS, Calif. (AP) — Andrew Whitworth gets the needling phone calls and texts regularly from his friends. They're all wondering why their 38-year-old buddy is still strapping on pads and a helmet in the California summer heat instead of joining them on the shady nearby golf courses.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Conte hints Inter future uncertain after Europa League loss
COLOGNE, Germany (AP) — Antonio Conte hinted Friday that his future at Inter Milan remains uncertain after losing to Sevilla in the final of the Europa League.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Gronkowski looks like old self with Brady-led Buccaneers
TAMPA, Fla. (AP) — A refreshed Rob Gronkowski is back on the practice field with Tom Brady, sweating in the hot Florida sun, preparing for the duo’s first season with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Brain games; Steelers want LB Bush to take mental leap
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Devin Bush's speed was never in question. If anything, it's one of the reasons the Pittsburgh Steelers traded up to grab the inside linebacker with the innate knack for getting to the ball as quickly as possible in the 2019 draft.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Seahawks' Dunbar knows he could still face NFL punishment
RENTON, Wash. (AP) — New Seattle Seahawks cornerback Quinton Dunbar said Friday he understands he could still be punished by the NFL even after armed robbery charges against him in Florida were dropped.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Indians' Francona undergoes procedure, not ready to manage
CLEVELAND (AP) — Indians manager Terry Francona underwent a scheduled medical procedure for a gastrointestinal ailment on Friday and will likely miss the team's three-game series against the Detroit Tigers.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Top-seeded Lakers, Bucks look to take charge in 1st round
The Los Angeles Lakers and Milwaukee Bucks have restored some sense of normalcy to these anything-but-normal NBA playoffs.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
7-goal surges push Avalanche and Stars into 2nd-round series
The Dallas Stars certainly can't take too much comfort in those four victories over Colorado in the regular season or their unprecedented seven-goal surge to advance in these unusual playoffs.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Giants scrimmage for first time under new coach Joe Judge
EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. (AP) — Joe Judge took somewhat of a back seat as the New York Giants scrimmaged for the first time since he took over as head coach.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Orioles put Chris Davis on IL, summon prospect Mountcastle
BALTIMORE (AP) — Slumping Chris Davis has been placed on the 10-day injured list by the Baltimore Orioles, who recalled highly touted prospect Ryan Mountcastle and made him their starting left fielder Friday night against Boston.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Smart moves: Cardinals' RB Kenyan Drake digs into playbook
GLENDALE, Ariz. (AP) — Kenyan Drake was a revelation for the Arizona Cardinals last season, providing a versatile, productive running back after his midseason trade from the Miami Dolphins in October.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Sevilla beats Inter Milan 3-2 to win 6th Europa League
COLOGNE, Germany (AP) — The longest Europa League season came down to a defender’s spectacular shot and a striker trying to keep it out.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Chargers giving Sam Tevi first shot at left tackle spot
COSTA MESA, Calif. (AP) — The Los Angeles Chargers made it a priority to upgrade their offensive line in free agency. Yet when it came to addressing one of the more important positions on the line, they are looking to one of their own to step up.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Hawkeyes drop 4 sports amid financial crisis tied to virus
Iowa will drop four sports programs as part of the athletic department's response to a projected loss of $100 million in revenue because of the coronavirus pandemic.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
In need of scoring help, Blue Jackets could be ready to deal
COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) — The Columbus Blue Jackets played through a rash of injuries to put together another respectable season and earn a franchise-record fourth straight playoff appearance.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Francona not ready to rejoin Indians after medical procedure
CLEVELAND (AP) — Indians manager Terry Francona was not with the team for Friday's series opener against the Detroit Tigers as he recovers from a medical procedure to address a gastrointestinal ailment.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
After 7-goal surge in clincher, Dallas advances to face Avs
Joe Pavelski was starting to get up off the ice after being knocked down in the front of the net when a puck came whizzing toward his head.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Bills cornerback Josh Norman out with hamstring injury
ORCHARD PARK, N.Y. (AP) — Buffalo Bills cornerback Josh Norman is out indefinitely after hurting his left hamstring in practice.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Syracuse confident but wary as football season nears
Syracuse coach Dino Babers has had to cope with three missed practices as he tries to get the Orange ready for a football season during a pandemic.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Syracuse both wary and confident as season nears
Syracuse coach Dino Babers has had to cope with three missed practices as he tries to get the Orange ready for a football season during a pandemic.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Browns CB Johnson lacerates liver on routine practice play
BEREA, Ohio (AP) — An ordinary play in practice turned into a scary situation for the Cleveland Browns.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
San Diego Slammers: Hosmer hits historic HR, Pads top Texas
SAN DIEGO (AP) — Call them the San Diego Slammers.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
2 positive tests in Mets organization; 2 games postponed
MIAMI (AP) — The New York Mets received two positive tests for COVID-19 in their organization Thursday, Major League Baseball said, prompting the postponement of two games.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Berríos, Twins take series from Brewers with 7-1 win
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — Nerves didn't bother Ryan Jeffers in his big league debut. Minnesota's ballpark was empty, after all.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
On hold: Fall athletes try to assess future
Devin Meyrer has the same feelings as many athletes in conferences that have seen their fall seasons postponed due to the coronavirus pandemic. He understands why the decision was made, but he isn't sure whether it will be feasible to conduct a season in the spring.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Red Sox hand Orioles 5th straight loss 7-1 behind Eovaldi
BALTIMORE (AP) — Nathan Eovaldi allowed five hits over seven innings, Xander Bogaerts and Mitch Moreland homered and the Boston Red Sox beat Baltimore 7-1 Thursday to extend the Orioles' losing streak to a season-high five games.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Ice loves Marco: Ice-T tops celebrities rooting for Andretti
Ice-T might be on the set of “Law & Order” when he takes a call to jet off to some far-flung destination with Marco Andretti and his celebrity pals.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Kershaw dominant, strikes out 11 as Dodgers top Mariners 6-1
SEATTLE (AP) — Clayton Kershaw may not know the exact change he made has him again throwing like one of the top pitchers in the National League.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Georgia Tech still undecided on a starting quarterback
ATLANTA (AP) — Georgia Tech is taking its time deciding on a starting quarterback.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Falcons' Neal, back from Achilles injury, feels 100 percent
FLOWERY BRANCH, Ga. (AP) — Falcons strong safety Keanu Neal knew he faced a tough task after tearing his Achilles in Week 3 last year.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Georgia Bulldogs planning to have fans between the hedges
The Georgia Bulldogs are planning to have some fans for their football games played between the hedges.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Bobo offended by allegations of abuse, racial insensitivity
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — First-year South Carolina assistant Mike Bobo said he was offended by allegations that anyone on his former Colorado State staff or team say they were abused or treated with racial insensitivity.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Saints' Jenkins primed for campaigns on and off the field
METAIRIE, La. (AP) — Malcolm Jenkins sees historically significant opportunities before him with both the contending New Orleans Saints and with a racial justice movement that has gathered burgeoning momentum in recent months.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Florida's Carter dedicates season to virus victims, fighters
GAINESVILLE, Fla. (AP) — Florida defensive end Zach Carter plans to play and will dedicate the season to those affected by COVID-19.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Rojas returns after being sidelined by Marlins' outbreak
MIAMI (AP) — The Miami Marlins' revolving roster is about to undergo another major makeover.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Fleck, Gophers dismiss momentum loss: 'Kind of make-believe'
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — In a non-coronavirus world, Minnesota was poised for another strong season following the 11-2 record and No. 10 ranking in the final Associated Press poll for 2019.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Mizzou's Drinkwitz gets Alabama, LSU added to 1st-year sked
COLUMBIA, Mo. (AP) — It won't take long for Eli Drinkwitz to learn just how far he has to go in building a “New Zou."
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Washington coach Ron Rivera has a form of skin cancer
Washington Football coach Ron Rivera has a form of skin cancer, which the team called “very treatable and curable" because it was discovered at an early stage.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Chiefs to prohibit Native American imagery at Arrowhead
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — The Kansas City Chiefs will prohibit the wearing of Native American headdresses, face paint and clothing at Arrowhead Stadium.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
LSU QB Brennan aims to validate upheld commitment, patience
LSU quarterback Myles Brennan is well on his way to becoming a poster boy for upheld commitments and delayed gratification.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
San Diego Slammers: Hosmer hits historic HR, Pads top Texas
SAN DIEGO (AP) — Call them the San Diego Slammers.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Red Sox hand Orioles 5th straight loss 7-1 behind Eovaldi
BALTIMORE (AP) — Nathan Eovaldi allowed five hits over seven innings, Xander Bogaerts and Mitch Moreland homered and the Boston Red Sox beat Baltimore 7-1 Thursday to extend the Orioles' losing streak to a season-high five games.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Berríos, Twins take series from Brewers with 7-1 win
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — Nerves didn't bother Ryan Jeffers in his big league debut. Minnesota's ballpark was empty, after all.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Washington coach Ron Rivera has a form of skin cancer
Washington Football coach Ron Rivera has a form of skin cancer, which the team called “very treatable and curable" because it was discovered at an early stage.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Kershaw dominant, strikes out 11 as Dodgers top Mariners 6-1
SEATTLE (AP) — Clayton Kershaw may not know the exact change he made has him again throwing like one of the top pitchers in the National League.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
On hold: Fall athletes try to assess future
Devin Meyrer has the same feelings as many athletes in conferences that have seen their fall seasons postponed due to the coronavirus pandemic. He understands why the decision was made, but he isn't sure whether it will be feasible to conduct a season in the spring.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Saints' Jenkins primed for campaigns on and off the field
METAIRIE, La. (AP) — Malcolm Jenkins sees historically significant opportunities before him with both the contending New Orleans Saints and with a racial justice movement that has gathered burgeoning momentum in recent months.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Pats' young WRs say they're ready to contribute in Year 2
FOXBOROUGH, Mass. (AP) — One of the things Rob Gronkowski’s absence in the Patriots’ offense last season highlighted was the inexperience in their receiving group.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Falcons' Neal, back from Achilles injury, feels 100 percent
FLOWERY BRANCH, Ga. (AP) — Falcons strong safety Keanu Neal knew he faced a tough task after tearing his Achilles in Week 3 last year.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
2 positive tests in Mets organization; 2 games postponed
MIAMI (AP) — The New York Mets received two positive tests for COVID-19 in their organization Thursday, Major League Baseball said, prompting the postponement of two games.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Browns CB Johnson lacerates liver on routine practice play
BEREA, Ohio (AP) — An ordinary play in practice turned into a scary situation for the Cleveland Browns.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Coyotes looking to build off first playoff run in 8 years
GLENDALE, Ariz. (AP) — The Arizona Coyote achieved a long-awaited goal by reaching the postseason for the first time in eight years. They won a series, knocking off the higher-seeded Nashville Predators in the Stanley Cup qualifiers.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Ice loves Marco: Ice-T tops celebrities rooting for Andretti
Ice-T might be on the set of “Law & Order” when he takes a call to jet off to some far-flung destination with Marco Andretti and his celebrity pals.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Packers' Love learning from Rodgers while adapting to NFL
Green Bay Packers rookie Jordan Love says he has tried not to pay attention to all the media speculation surrounding the team’s long-term quarterback plans now that they’ve drafted him as Aaron Rodgers’ potential successor.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Bobo offended by allegations of abuse, racial insensitivity
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — First-year South Carolina assistant Mike Bobo said he was offended by allegations that anyone on his former Colorado State staff or team say they were abused or treated with racial insensitivity.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Florida's Carter dedicates season to virus victims, fighters
GAINESVILLE, Fla. (AP) — Florida defensive end Zach Carter plans to play and will dedicate the season to those affected by COVID-19.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Chiefs to prohibit Native American imagery at Arrowhead
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — The Kansas City Chiefs will prohibit the wearing of Native American headdresses, face paint and clothing at Arrowhead Stadium.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Giants' Gano was confident he'd kick again after missing '19
EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. (AP) — Graham Gano never worried about his future in the NFL — even after missing the 2019 season with a leg injury and then being cut by the Carolina Panthers late last month.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Rojas returns after being sidelined by Marlins' outbreak
MIAMI (AP) — The Miami Marlins' revolving roster is about to undergo another major makeover.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Learning to practice crucial under Chiefs coach Andy Reid
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — The scene plays out on playgrounds across the country each year, as much a part of autumn as crisp mornings and the changing color of leaves: the football floating through the air, the youngster attempting to make a spectacular diving catch.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Disarray in A-T-L: United looks lost after 3 stellar years
ATLANTA (AP) — The first three seasons went so smoothly for Atlanta United.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
As French league starts new season, virus still a factor
PARIS (AP) — The coronavirus brought the last French league season to an early end, and it's already having an impact on the start of the new campaign.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Panthers 'considering' using McCaffrey on punt returns, too
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) — The Panthers are considering expanding All-Pro running back Christian McCaffrey’s role to include punt returns, too.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Cal Ripken says he's cancer free after March surgery
Cal Ripken Jr. revealed Thursday he is cancer free after surgery in March to remove a tumor from his prostate.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Browns CB Johnson hospitalized with lacerated liver
BEREA, Ohio (AP) — Browns cornerback Kevin Johnson remains hospitalized with a lacerated liver, a serious injury sustained in practice when rookie tight end Harrison Bryant landed on him during a routine play.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Player virus case hits 4th game in UEFA qualifying rounds
GENEVA (AP) — A player testing positive for COVID-19 forced a Europa League preliminary game to be postponed Thursday — the fourth such incident in the early qualifying rounds for UEFA’s club competitions.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
6 UConn football players test positive for COVID-19
HARTFORD, Conn. (AP) — Six University of Connecticut football players have tested positive for the coronavirus, leading the school to suspended all team activities.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Bills choose `Bills Stadium' after cutting ties with New Era
ORCHARD PARK, N.Y. (AP) — The Buffalo Bills are settling for simplicity in calling their home field “Bills Stadium” after they were unable to find a new naming rights partner before the start of the season.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Ansu Fati called up to revamped Spain squad
Barcelona's Ansu Fati has been called up to Spain's national team for the first time on Thursday as coach Luis Enrique revamps the squad ahead of its return to competition.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Lightning redeem themselves, oust Blue Jackets in 5 games
The Tampa Bay Lightning are confident they’re constructed for a deep run in the NHL playoffs.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Wasted chances prove costly for Lyon against Bayern
LISBON, Portugal (AP) — A couple of missed chances early on cost Lyon its chance of challenging Bayern Munich for a spot in the Champions League final.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Conforto's 2-run homer in 9th lifts Mets over Marlins, 5-3
MIAMI (AP) — Michael Conforto
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Nationals-Braves postponed by rain, spoiling Pache's debut
ATLANTA (AP) — The planned major league debut for Braves top prospect Cristian Pache will have to wait.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Bote's 2-run single pushes Cubs to 4-2 win, split with Cards
CHICAGO (AP) — David Bote hit a tiebreaking two-run single in the seventh and final inning, Adbert Alzolay pitched five solid innings in his season debut, and the Chicago Cubs beat the St. Louis Cardinals 4-2 on Wednesday night to split a doubleheader.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Goff boosts athleticism, hopes to be more elusive with Rams
THOUSAND OAKS, Calif. (AP) — Jared Goff has always seemed slightly amused whenever he's asked about his fitness. This son of a professional baseball player has been a star quarterback for practically his entire life, and he retains an elite athlete's matter-of-fact confidence that he can do just about anything.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
COVID-19, not championships, hot topic at SEC practices
Southeastern Conference teams opened preseason camp Monday with the precarious status of the season largely overshadowing even the annual ambitions of Alabama and Georgia.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Collisions ... or COVID-19? Pitt relieved after scare
PITTSBURGH (AP) — In a different time, the way a number of Pittsburgh coach Pat Narduzzi's players felt when they woke up last Thursday morning would not have been overly alarming.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Bruins eliminate 'Canes, get time to plan for repeat Cup run
The Boston Bruins dispatched the Carolina Hurricanes in five games, and now they have time.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Nola drives in 4, Mariners snap Dodgers streak with 6-4 win
SEATTLE (AP) — When he was younger and probably a little more stubborn, Seattle's Taijuan Walker would have struggled to make a major in-game adjustment that called for abandoning the original game plan.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Machado's grand slam in 10th lifts Padres over Rangers 6-3
SAN DIEGO (AP) — Manny Machado and the San Diego Padres are having a grand-slamming good time.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Starter Wilson's knee injury a blow to Browns linebackers
CLEVELAND (AP) — The Browns' linebackers were already feeling disrespected. Now they're looking diminished.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Georgia's first fall practice launches 5-way QB competition
Georgia's long-awaited return to practice is the opening to a five-way quarterback competition that could be impacted by JT Daniels' continued rehabilitation from a knee injury.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Georgia Tech still undecided on a starting quarterback
ATLANTA (AP) — Georgia Tech is taking its time deciding on a starting quarterback.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Florida opens practice short-handed, Mullen expects opt-outs
GAINESVILLE, Fla. (AP) — Florida coach Dan Mullen had several players miss the team’s opening training camp practice Monday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Georgia Bulldogs planning to have fans between the hedges
The Georgia Bulldogs are planning to have some fans for their football games played between the hedges.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Fleck, Gophers dismiss momentum loss: 'Kind of make-believe'
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — In a non-coronavirus world, Minnesota was poised for another strong season following the 11-2 record and No. 10 ranking in the final Associated Press poll for 2019.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Civale's complete-game gem lifts Indians past Pirates 6-1
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Cleveland Indians catcher Roberto Pérez challenged starter Aaron Civale to get through eight innings against the Pittsburgh Pirates on Wednesday night to give the team's hard-working bullpen a break.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Mizzou's Drinkwitz gets Alabama, LSU added to 1st-year sked
COLUMBIA, Mo. (AP) — It won't take long for Eli Drinkwitz to learn just how far he has to go in building a “New Zou."
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
LSU QB Brennan aims to validate upheld commitment, patience
LSU quarterback Myles Brennan is well on his way to becoming a poster boy for upheld commitments and delayed gratification.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Nola drives in 4, Mariners snap Dodgers streak with 6-4 win
SEATTLE (AP) — When he was younger and probably a little more stubborn, Seattle's Taijuan Walker would have struggled to make a major in-game adjustment that called for abandoning the original game plan.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Machado's grand slam in 10th lifts Padres over Rangers 6-3
SAN DIEGO (AP) — Manny Machado and the San Diego Padres are having a grand-slamming good time.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Conforto's 2-run homer in 9th lifts Mets over Marlins, 5-3
MIAMI (AP) — Michael Conforto
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Civale's complete-game gem lifts Indians past Pirates 6-1
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Cleveland Indians catcher Roberto Pérez challenged starter Aaron Civale to get through eight innings against the Pittsburgh Pirates on Wednesday night to give the team's hard-working bullpen a break.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Bote's 2-run single pushes Cubs to 4-2 win, split with Cards
CHICAGO (AP) — David Bote hit a tiebreaking two-run single in the seventh and final inning, Adbert Alzolay pitched five solid innings in his season debut, and the Chicago Cubs beat the St. Louis Cardinals 4-2 on Wednesday night to split a doubleheader.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Nationals-Braves postponed by rain, spoiling Pache's debut
ATLANTA (AP) — The planned major league debut for Braves top prospect Cristian Pache will have to wait.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Goff boosts athleticism, hopes to be more elusive with Rams
THOUSAND OAKS, Calif. (AP) — Jared Goff has always seemed slightly amused whenever he's asked about his fitness. This son of a professional baseball player has been a star quarterback for practically his entire life, and he retains an elite athlete's matter-of-fact confidence that he can do just about anything.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Nationals-Braves postponed by rain, DH planned for Sept. 4
ATLANTA (AP) — The game between the Washington Nationals and Atlanta Braves scheduled for Wednesday night was postponed because of rain.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Wasted chances prove costly for Lyon against Bayern
LISBON, Portugal (AP) — A couple of missed chances early on cost Lyon its chance of challenging Bayern Munich for a spot in the Champions League final.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Dante Fowler Jr. eager to show off new attitude in Atlanta
FLOWERY BRANCH, Ga. (AP) — Dante Fowler Jr. hustled through an agility drill Wednesday, then took off toward the other end of the practice field, leading the way with a couple of Atlanta Falcons teammates.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
LSU QB Brennan aims to validate upheld commitment, patience
LSU quarterback Myles Brennan is well on his way to becoming a poster boy for upheld commitments and delayed gratification.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Giants rookie OT Andrew Thomas learning and looking for job
EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. (AP) — Barring the unforeseen, expect rookie Andrew Thomas to start at left tackle for the New York Giants this season.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Starter Wilson's knee injury a blow to Browns linebackers
CLEVELAND (AP) — The Browns' linebackers were already feeling disrespected. Now they're looking diminished.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Bills give punter Vedvik the boot, sign Lachlan Edwards
ORCHARD PARK, N.Y. (AP) — Punter and kicker Kaare Vedvik got the boot again, this time by the Buffalo Bills.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Carpenter hits slam, Flaherty shaky, Cardinals beat Cubs 9-3
CHICAGO (AP) — Matt Carpenter belted a grand slam and the St. Louis Cardinals beat the Cubs 9-3 in Game 1 of a doubleheader on Wednesday, holding Chicago to two hits even though a shaky Jack Flaherty couldn’t make it out of the second inning.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Belichick: Playing multiple QBs an option this season
FOXBOROUGH, Mass. (AP) — Bill Belichick said he's open to using a two-quarterback system this season, another example of how radically different the New England Patriots could look after Tom Brady's departure.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
UEFA seeks player exemptions from quarantine after travel
GENEVA (AP) — Ahead of national team games around Europe in two weeks, UEFA urged its member federations Wednesday to ask governments to exempt soccer players from quarantine after travel.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Smith inches closer to comeback 21 months since breaking leg
ASHBURN, Va. (AP) — After breaking the tibia and fibula in his right leg, undergoing 17 surgeries to repair them and surviving a life-threatening infection, Alex Smith is back on a football field with his teammates.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Joe Cool: Burrow confident in adapting to Bengals offense
CINCINNATI (AP) — Back in pads for the first time since he won a national championship at LSU, Joe Burrow got a baptism in NFL red-zone defense.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Grichuk hits 2 HRs as Blue Jays beat Orioles 5-2 for sweep
BALTIMORE (AP) — Randal Grichuk is hitting all types of pitches to just about every part of the ballpark — and often into the seats.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Georgia Bulldogs planning to have fans between the hedges
The Georgia Bulldogs are planning to have some fans for their football games played between the hedges.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
AP source: Chiefs' Breeland to miss 4 games to suspension
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — The Chiefs will be without starting cornerback Bashaud Breeland for the first four games of the season because of off-the-field issues earlier this year, a person familiar with the situation told The Associated Press on Wednesday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Reds put Senzel on IL, reinstate Moustakas to face Royals
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — The Cincinnati Reds put outfielder Nick Senzel on the injured list and reinstated third baseman Mike Moustakas to face his former team before a doubleheader Wednesday against the Kansas City Royals.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
US could open WCup qualifying in Trinidad, site of '17 loss
NEW YORK (AP) — The United States could start qualifying for the 2022 World Cup in Trinidad, where the Americans flopped on the final night three years ago and failed to reach the 2018 tournament.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Browns LB Wilson could miss extended time with knee injury
CLEVELAND (AP) — Browns starting linebacker Mack Wilson suffered a hyperextended left knee and could miss significant time while recovering, another early blow to a Cleveland team already down two offensive starters.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Georgia Tech still undecided on a starting quarterback
ATLANTA (AP) — Georgia Tech is taking its time deciding on a starting quarterback.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Leipzig proud despite semifinal loss in Champions League
LISBON, Portugal (AP) — It didn’t take long for Leipzig to put the loss to Paris Saint-Germain behind it and start celebrating its impressive Champions League campaign.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Blue Jays RHP prospect Pearson placed on IL with elbow issue
BALTIMORE (AP) — Toronto Blue Jays rookie right-hander Nate Pearson was placed on the 10-day injured list Wednesday after complaining of elbow tightness following his fourth big league start.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
FIFA shapes new rule to help players switch national team
GENEVA (AP) — FIFA is helping soccer players switch eligibility and represent a second national team with a planned rule change announced Wednesday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
FIFA expects $120M income drop but same profit through 2022
GENEVA (AP) — FIFA forecast the pandemic will cause a $120 million drop in its revenue plan through the 2022 World Cup in a
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
LAFC President Tom Penn leaves job, moves into business
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Los Angeles FC President Tom Penn is leaving his job to move into private business.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Harper homers as Phillies score 7 in 6th to beat Boston 13-6
BOSTON (AP) — With one big inning, Bryce Harper and the Philadelphia Phillies crushed Boston's hopes of snapping out of its losing streak.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Barnes leads Dodgers past Mariners 2-1 for 7th straight win
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Austin Barnes stood by first base and watched the Seattle Mariners' infield move back, leaving him to take whatever lead he desired.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Ahmed has 5 RBIs in Diamondbacks' 10-1 win over A's
PHOENIX (AP) — Nick Ahmed homered and had five RBIs, Luke Weaver pitched five effective innings and the Arizona Diamondbacks stretched their winning streak to six games with a 10-1 victory over the Oakland Athletics on Tuesday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Browns RB Chubb out with concussion, LB Wilson injures knee
BEREA, Ohio (AP) — The Browns' first significant injury of 2020 is self-inflicted. Cleveland might have a second one.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
COVID-19, not championships, hot topic at SEC practices
Southeastern Conference teams opened preseason camp Monday with the precarious status of the season largely overshadowing even the annual ambitions of Alabama and Georgia.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Blue Jays beat Orioles 8-7 in 10th after blowing 4-run lead
BALTIMORE (AP) — Travis Shaw scored on a throwing error in the 10th inning, and the Toronto Blue Jays beat the Baltimore Orioles 8-7 Tuesday night after blowing a four-run lead.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Robles catch helps Nats hold on for 8-5 win over Braves
ATLANTA (AP) — The Braves were poised to snatch back the lead.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Collisions ... or COVID-19? Pitt relieved after scare
PITTSBURGH (AP) — In a different time, the way a number of Pittsburgh coach Pat Narduzzi's players felt when they woke up last Thursday morning would not have been overly alarming.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Lightning, Bruins, Avalanche, Flyers eye clinching series
One victory away from advancing in the NHL playoffs, the Tampa Bay Lightning, Boston Bruins, Colorado Avalanche and Philadelphia Flyers feel a sense of urgency to finish the task as soon as possible.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Darvish wins again as Cubs beat Cardinals 6-3
CHICAGO (AP) — Yu Darvish is taking his time again.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Seahawks believe Mayowa's return can help pass-rush problem
RENTON, Wash. (AP) — Pete Carroll paused and chuckled for a moment when he thought of the first time Benson Mayowa was in the Seattle Seahawks locker room.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Georgia's first fall practice launches 5-way QB competition
Georgia's long-awaited return to practice is the opening to a five-way quarterback competition that could be impacted by JT Daniels' continued rehabilitation from a knee injury.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Florida opens practice short-handed, Mullen expects opt-outs
GAINESVILLE, Fla. (AP) — Florida coach Dan Mullen had several players miss the team’s opening training camp practice Monday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Two of a kind; CBs Nelson, Haden lead Steelers secondary
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Joe Haden could have taken Steve Nelson's arrival personally, a threat of sorts when the Pittsburgh Steelers splurged in free agency in March 2019 to bring in Nelson from Kansas City.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Maeda's no-hitter ends in 9th; Twins top Brewers 4-3 in 12
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — With his move to Minnesota, Kenta Maeda welcomed the opportunity to be a full-time starter and finally be done dabbling in the bullpen.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Fleck, Gophers dismiss momentum loss: 'Kind of make-believe'
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — In a non-coronavirus world, Minnesota was poised for another strong season following the 11-2 record and No. 10 ranking in the final Associated Press poll for 2019.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Cubs 3B Kris Bryant gets injection for ailing left wrist
CHICAGO (AP) — Cubs third baseman Kris Bryant got an injection Tuesday for his ailing left wrist, sidelining the slugger for at least two days.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Mizzou's Drinkwitz gets Alabama, LSU added to 1st-year sked
COLUMBIA, Mo. (AP) — It won't take long for Eli Drinkwitz to learn just how far he has to go in building a “New Zou."
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Cards' Fowler details adventure going after Schrock's ball
CHICAGO (AP) — St. Louis Cardinals outfielder Dexter Fowler tried to do something nice for rookie teammate Max Schrock, and it turned into quite an adventure.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Astros top Rockies 2-1 in 11; Greinke, Senzatela fine thru 9
HOUSTON (AP) — Myles Straw’s RBI single with one out in the 11th inning lifted the Houston Astros over the Colorado Rockies 2-1 on Tuesday, extending their winning streak to a season-high six games.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Yastrzemski, Sandoval HRs lift Giants over Angels 8-2
ANAHEIM, Calif. (AP) — Mike Yastrzemski and Pablo Sandoval homered, and the San Francisco Giants snapped a five-game losing streak with an 8-2 victory over the Los Angeles Angels on Tuesday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Trubisky showing edge as he battles Foles for Bears' QB job
LAKE FOREST, Ill. (AP) — His job up for grabs, his future with the Chicago Bears uncertain, quarterback Mitchell Trubisky is showing an edgier side. He's being more vocal.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Maeda's no-hitter ends in 9th; Twins top Brewers 4-3 in 12
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — With his move to Minnesota, Kenta Maeda welcomed the opportunity to be a full-time starter and finally be done dabbling in the bullpen.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Darvish wins again as Cubs beat Cardinals 6-3
CHICAGO (AP) — Yu Darvish is taking his time again.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Harper homers as Phillies score 7 in 6th to beat Boston 13-6
BOSTON (AP) — With one big inning, Bryce Harper and the Philadelphia Phillies crushed Boston's hopes of snapping out of its losing streak.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Blue Jays beat Orioles 8-7 in 10th after blowing 4-run lead
BALTIMORE (AP) — Travis Shaw scored on a throwing error in the 10th inning, and the Toronto Blue Jays beat the Baltimore Orioles 8-7 Tuesday night after blowing a four-run lead.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Robles catch helps Nats hold on for 8-5 win over Braves
ATLANTA (AP) — The Braves were poised to snatch back the lead.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Barnes leads Dodgers past Mariners 2-1 for 7th straight win
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Austin Barnes stood by first base and watched the Seattle Mariners' infield move back, leaving him to take whatever lead he desired.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Fleck, Gophers dismiss momentum loss: 'Kind of make-believe'
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — In a non-coronavirus world, Minnesota was poised for another strong season following the 11-2 record and No. 10 ranking in the final Associated Press poll for 2019.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Ahmed has 5 RBIs in Diamondbacks' 10-1 win over A's
PHOENIX (AP) — Nick Ahmed homered and had five RBIs, Luke Weaver pitched five effective innings and the Arizona Diamondbacks stretched their winning streak to six games with a 10-1 victory over the Oakland Athletics on Tuesday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
LAFC President Tom Penn leaves job, moves into business
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Los Angeles FC President Tom Penn is leaving his job to move into private business.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Cards' Fowler details adventure going after Schrock's ball
CHICAGO (AP) — St. Louis Cardinals outfielder Dexter Fowler tried to do something nice for rookie teammate Max Schrock, and it turned into quite an adventure.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Lightning, Bruins, Avalanche, Flyers eye clinching series
One victory away from advancing in the NHL playoffs, the Tampa Bay Lightning, Boston Bruins, Colorado Avalanche and Philadelphia Flyers feel a sense of urgency to finish the task as soon as possible.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Seahawks believe Mayowa's return can help pass-rush problem
RENTON, Wash. (AP) — Pete Carroll paused and chuckled for a moment when he thought of the first time Benson Mayowa was in the Seattle Seahawks locker room.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Yastrzemski, Sandoval HRs lift Giants over Angels 8-2
ANAHEIM, Calif. (AP) — Mike Yastrzemski and Pablo Sandoval homered, and the San Francisco Giants snapped a five-game losing streak with an 8-2 victory over the Los Angeles Angels on Tuesday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Trubisky showing edge as he battles Foles for Bears' QB job
LAKE FOREST, Ill. (AP) — His job up for grabs, his future with the Chicago Bears uncertain, quarterback Mitchell Trubisky is showing an edgier side. He's being more vocal.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Two of a kind; CBs Nelson, Haden lead Steelers secondary
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Joe Haden could have taken Steve Nelson's arrival personally, a threat of sorts when the Pittsburgh Steelers splurged in free agency in March 2019 to bring in Nelson from Kansas City.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Astros top Rockies 2-1 in 11; Greinke, Senzatela fine thru 9
HOUSTON (AP) — Myles Straw’s RBI single with one out in the 11th inning lifted the Houston Astros over the Colorado Rockies 2-1 on Tuesday, extending their winning streak to a season-high six games.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Cubs 3B Kris Bryant gets injection for ailing left wrist
CHICAGO (AP) — Cubs third baseman Kris Bryant got an injection Tuesday for his ailing left wrist, sidelining the slugger for at least two days.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Watt continues to impress as Texans star enters 10th season
HOUSTON (AP) — Nothing J.J. Watt does surprises Houston Texans coach Bill O’Brien anymore.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Harvey to pitch for Royals in doubleheader against Reds
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — The positive COVID-19 test that forced the Cincinnati Reds to postpone their two games against Pittsburgh over the weekend has also forced the Royals' Matt Harvey to delay his year-long wait to return to a big league mound.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Browns RB Chubb out with concussion, LB Wilson injures knee
BEREA, Ohio (AP) — The Browns' first significant injury of 2020 is self-inflicted. Cleveland might have a second one.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
PSG beats Leipzig 3-0 to reach 1st Champions League final
LISBON, Portugal (AP) — The wait is finally over for Paris Saint-Germain.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Washington Football Team gets hitting at 'fresh start' camp
ASHBURN, Va. (AP) — The only visual reminder of the past is etched into the side of the trash cans.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Door is open for Patriots' Harris to contribute in 2nd year
FOXBOROUGH, Mass. (AP) — Damien Harris hardly saw the field for the Patriots last season. This year, that could change for the second-year running back.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Giants DT Dexter Lawrence wants to be fourth-quarter force
EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. (AP) — Defensive tackle Dexter Lawrence has the simplest of goals for his second season with the New York Giants.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Gurley, Mack sit out Falcons' first practice in full pads
FLOWERY BRANCH, Ga. (AP) — Todd Gurley was just an observer for the Atlanta Falcons' first practice in full pads of training camp on Tuesday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Mizzou's Drinkwitz gets Alabama, LSU added to 1st-year sked
COLUMBIA, Mo. (AP) — It won't take long for Eli Drinkwitz to learn just how far he has to go in building a “New Zou."
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Bartomeu says Koeman set to become new Barcelona coach
Ronald Koeman is set to become the new Barcelona coach, club president Josep Bartomeu said on Tuesday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Celtics: Gordon Hayward out 4 weeks with right ankle sprain
BOSTON (AP) — The Celtics say forward Gordon Hayward will be sidelined for around four weeks after suffering a severe right ankle sprain in Boston's Game 1 win over Philadelphia in their first-round playoff series.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Ravens QB Jackson comfortable being face of the franchise
OWINGS MILLS, Md. (AP) — There was a time when the Baltimore Ravens were known for a ferocious defense led by the team's most prominent player, future Hall of Fame linebacker Ray Lewis.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Browns RB Chubb out with concussion after practice tackle
BEREA, Ohio (AP) — Cleveland Browns Pro Bowl running back Nick Chubb has been placed in concussion protocol after he sustained a head injury while being tackled during the team's first fully padded practice.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
FIFA creates new national-team game dates to cut backlog
GENEVA (AP) — FIFA on Tuesday created a new window for national team games in the middle of Europe's 2021-2022 soccer season to catch up on fixtures that were postponed during the pandemic.
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Questions surround Messi’s future amid Barcelona chaos
Barcelona is on the verge of announcing a new coach, and it may have a new president next year.
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Amazon acquires streaming rights to Seattle Sounders matches
SEATTLE (AP) — Amazon has acquired the video streaming rights for Seattle Sounders games for its Prime Video service, marking just the second time the tech giant has partnered on a team-specific deal to broadcast games.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Swanson's walk-off homer gives Braves 7-6 win over Nationals
ATLANTA (AP) — Dansby Swanson has never been part of a celebration like this.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Browns star running back Chubb being checked for concussion
BEREA, Ohio (AP) — The rain came down hard, and then Nick Chubb got dropped.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
COVID-19-tested Reds schedule flight to KC for 2-game series
CINCINNATI (AP) — The Reds scheduled a flight to Kansas City early Tuesday for a two-game series against the Royals that was put in doubt after a Cincinnati player tested positive for COVID-19 over the weekend.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
COVID-19, not championships, hot topic at SEC practices
Southeastern Conference teams opened preseason camp Monday with the precarious status of the season largely overshadowing even the annual ambitions of Alabama and Georgia.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Yankees activate closer Chapman after COVID-19 bout
NEW YORK (AP) — The Yankees activated All-Star closer Aroldis Chapman from the injured list after he recovered from COVID-19.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Bears embrace routine as they try to bounce back
LAKE FOREST, Ill. (AP) — Veteran defensive lineman Akiem Hicks was ready to embrace the routine.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Collisions ... or COVID-19? Pitt relieved after scare
PITTSBURGH (AP) — In a different time, the way a number of Pittsburgh coach Pat Narduzzi's players felt when they woke up last Thursday morning would not have been overly alarming.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Islanders look to finish off second straight 1st round sweep
The New York Islanders won just one playoff series in a 25-year stretch before 2019. Now, they have a chance to get a first-round sweep for the second straight year.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Peralta's 9th-inning single lifts D-backs past Athletics 4-3
PHOENIX (AP) — David Peralta's first two ugly hacks in his final at-bat gave little indication a clutch hit was coming.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
La Stella's walk-off homer sends Angels past Giants, 7-6
ANAHEIM, Calif. (AP) — Tommy La Stella hit a two-run homer in the ninth inning, and the Los Angeles Angels snapped their four-game losing streak with a 7-6 victory over the San Francisco Giants on Monday night.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Grichuk, Biggio back sharp Ryu as Blue Jays beat Orioles 7-2
BALTIMORE (AP) — Hyun Jin Ryu pitched six innings of four-hit ball, Randal Grichuk homered and drove in four runs and the Toronto Blue Jays beat the Baltimore Orioles 7-2 Monday night.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Bote, Cubs rally past Cardinals 5-4 for doubleheader split
CHICAGO (AP) — David Bote watched as his pinch-hit drive soared into the night. The rest of the Chicago Cubs started to celebrate as he rounded the bases.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
New York Giants have a new look under 38-year-old Joe Judge
EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. (AP) — It didn't take long to see Joe Judge has made changes in how the New York Giants do things at training camp.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Cano and Alonso each homer twice as Mets beat Marlins 11-4
MIAMI (AP) — Robinson Cano hit two home runs, had four RBIs and lifted his batting average to .412 Monday night, which helped the New York Mets produce the stat he liked best: their first win in four games.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Georgia's first fall practice launches 5-way QB competition
Georgia's long-awaited return to practice is the opening to a five-way quarterback competition that could be impacted by JT Daniels' continued rehabilitation from a knee injury.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Inter Milan beats Shakhtar 5-0 to reach Europa League final
DÜSSELDORF, Germany (AP) — Inter Milan is back in a European final for the first time in a decade, and the Italian team is playing like it's never been away.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Florida opens practice short-handed, Mullen expects opt-outs
GAINESVILLE, Fla. (AP) — Florida coach Dan Mullen had several players miss the team’s opening training camp practice Monday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Yanks win 10th straight vs Red Sox, best streak since 1953
NEW YORK (AP) — Ted Williams was piloting fighter jets in Korea the last time the New York Yankees dominated the Boston Red Sox like this.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
AP source: Peat sidelined with hand injury, timeline unclear
METAIRIE, La. (AP) — A person familiar with the situation says Saints starting left guard Andrus Peat has a hand injury and that the timeline for his return is unclear.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Golladay wants to stay with Lions, hopeful for new deal soon
ALLEN PARK, Mich. (AP) — Kenny Golladay has earned the right to get paid well in the NFL. He plans do that in Detroit.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Seager brothers go deep, Dodgers rally past Mariners 11-9
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Corey and Kyle Seager's parents were unable to be at Dodger Stadium for the brothers' first major league matchup against each other. But the siblings gave the entire family something special to remember Monday night.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Tatis angers Rangers with late slam in Padres' 14-4 rout
ARLINGTON, Texas (AP) — Fernando Tatis Jr.'s first grand slam gave the 21-year-old the major league lead in home runs over Mike Trout and a career-high seven RBIs.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Nelson gets back to work as Colts hold 1st padded practice
INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — Quenton Nelson's 7 1/2-month wait finally ended Monday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Coming off career season, Pats' Gilmore faces new challenge
FOXBOROUGH, Mass. (AP) — As quiet as Stephon Gilmore is off the field, the Patriots cornerback has made a career of letting his play speak the loudest for him.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Correa's double helps Astros to 2-1 win over Rockies
HOUSTON (AP) — Carlos Correa drove in two runs with a double to back up a strong start by rookie Brandon Bielak, and the Houston Astros extended their winning streak to a season-high five games with a 2-1 win over the Colorado Rockies on Monday night.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Peralta's 9th-inning single lifts D-backs past Athletics 4-3
PHOENIX (AP) — David Peralta's first two ugly hacks in his final at-bat gave little indication a clutch hit was coming.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
La Stella's walk-off homer sends Angels past Giants, 7-6
ANAHEIM, Calif. (AP) — Tommy La Stella hit a two-run homer in the ninth inning, and the Los Angeles Angels snapped their four-game losing streak with a 7-6 victory over the San Francisco Giants on Monday night.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Tatis angers Rangers with late slam in Padres' 14-4 rout
ARLINGTON, Texas (AP) — Fernando Tatis Jr.'s first grand slam gave the 21-year-old the major league lead in home runs over Mike Trout and a career-high seven RBIs.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Seager brothers go deep, Dodgers rally past Mariners 11-9
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Corey and Kyle Seager's parents were unable to be at Dodger Stadium for their first major league matchup against each other. But the brothers gave the entire family something special to remember Monday night.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Correa's double helps Astros to 2-1 win over Rockies
HOUSTON (AP) — Carlos Correa drove in two runs with a double to back up a strong start by rookie Brandon Bielak, and the Houston Astros extended their winning streak to a season-high five games with a 2-1 win over the Colorado Rockies on Monday night.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Tatis connects twice for HR lead, Padres rout Rangers 14-4
ARLINGTON, Texas (AP) — Fernando Tatis Jr. homered twice, including a grand slam for his major league-leading 11th of the season, and the San Diego Padres routed the Texas Rangers 14-4 on Monday night to stop a five-game losing streak.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Yanks win 10th straight vs Red Sox, best streak since 1953
NEW YORK (AP) — Ted Williams was piloting fighter jets in Korea the last time the New York Yankees dominated the Boston Red Sox like this.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Swanson's walk-off homer gives Braves 7-6 win over Nationals
ATLANTA (AP) — Dansby Swanson has never been part of a celebration like this.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Cano and Alonso each homer twice as Mets beat Marlins 11-4
MIAMI (AP) — Robinson Cano hit two home runs, had four RBIs and lifted his batting average to .412 Monday night, which helped the New York Mets produce the stat he liked best: their first win in four games.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Bote, Cubs rally past Cardinals 5-4 for doubleheader split
CHICAGO (AP) — David Bote watched as his pinch-hit drive soared into the night. The rest of the Chicago Cubs started to celebrate as he rounded the bases.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Grichuk, Biggio back sharp Ryu as Blue Jays beat Orioles 7-2
BALTIMORE (AP) — Hyun Jin Ryu pitched six innings of four-hit ball, Randal Grichuk homered and drove in four runs and the Toronto Blue Jays beat the Baltimore Orioles 7-2 Monday night.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Islanders look to finish off second straight 1st round sweep
The New York Islanders won just one playoff series in a 25-year stretch before 2019. Now, they have a chance to get a first-round sweep for the second straight year.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Bears embrace routine as they try to bounce back
LAKE FOREST, Ill. (AP) — Veteran defensive lineman Akiem Hicks was ready to embrace the routine.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Cardinals beat Cubs 3-1 in doubleheader opener
CHICAGO (AP) — Finally back on the field, the St. Louis Cardinals are rounding into form in a hurry.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
COVID-19, not championships, hot topic at SEC practices
Southeastern Conference teams opened preseason camp Monday with the precarious status of the season largely overshadowing even the annual ambitions of Alabama and Georgia.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Florida opens practice short-handed, Mullen expects opt-outs
GAINESVILLE, Fla. (AP) — Florida coach Dan Mullen had several players miss the team’s opening training camp practice Monday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
COVID-19-tested Reds schedule flight to KC for 2-game series
CINCINNATI (AP) — The Reds scheduled a flight to Kansas City early Tuesday for a two-game series against the Royals that was put in doubt after a Cincinnati player tested positive for COVID-19 over the weekend.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Golladay wants to stay with Lions, hopeful for new deal soon
ALLEN PARK, Mich. (AP) — Kenny Golladay has earned the right to get paid well in the NFL. He plans do that in Detroit.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
AP source: Peat sidelined with hand injury, timeline unclear
METAIRIE, La. (AP) — A person familiar with the situation says Saints starting left guard Andrus Peat has a hand injury and that the timeline for his return is unclear.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
New York Giants have a new look under 38-year-old Joe Judge
EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. (AP) — It didn't take long to see Joe Judge has made changes in how the New York Giants do things at training camp.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Collisions ... or COVID-19? Pitt relieved after scare
PITTSBURGH (AP) — In a different time, the way a number of Pittsburgh coach Pat Narduzzi's players felt when they woke up last Thursday morning would not have been overly alarming.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Steelers WR Smith-Schuster still "lit" ... but for how long?
PITTSBURGH (AP) — The answer was decidedly on brand.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Inter Milan beats Shakhtar 5-0 to reach Europa League final
DÜSSELDORF, Germany (AP) — Inter Milan is back in a European final for the first time in a decade, and the Italian team is playing like it's never been away.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Browns star running back Chubb being checked for concussion
BEREA, Ohio (AP) — The rain came down hard, and then Nick Chubb got dropped.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Yankees activate closer Chapman after COVID-19 bout
NEW YORK (AP) — The Yankees activated All-Star closer Aroldis Chapman from the injured list after he recovered from COVID-19.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Dolphins start hitting as part of training camp crash course
MIAMI (AP) — The Miami Dolphins practiced in pads for the first time Monday, which meant 90 minutes of wearing face masks and making contact, as opposed to wearing cloth masks and following social distance guidelines.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Packers' Gary, Savage look to make strides in second seasons
The Green Bay Packers’ hopes of developing a championship-caliber defense would get a boost if their two first-round draft picks from last year make major strides in their second seasons.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Coming off career season, Pats' Gilmore faces new challenge
FOXBOROUGH, Mass. (AP) — As quiet as Stephon Gilmore is off the field, the Patriots cornerback has made a career of letting his play speak the loudest for him.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Panthers coach Rhule bringing energy, earning respect
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) — In the middle of Monday's first padded training camp practice, first-year Panthers coach Matt Rhule blew a whistle and stopped the action during a defensive line drill.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Georgia's first fall practice launches 5-way QB competition
Georgia's long-awaited return to practice is the opening to a five-way quarterback competition that could be impacted by JT Daniels' continued rehabilitation from a knee injury.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Upstart Lyon fuels debate on how to reform Champions League
GENEVA (AP) — By eliminating wealthier rivals to surprisingly reach the Champions League semifinals, Lyon has followed Ajax last year as an uplifting story for soccer’s most prized club competition.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Ravens find workout to be welcome escape from virus concerns
OWINGS MILLS, Md. (AP) — After being tested for coronavirus outside the building, donning masks and carefully practicing social distancing in the locker room, the Baltimore Ravens enjoyed a bit of normalcy Monday with their first full-team workout in pads.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Chiefs defensive line adding quality, underappreciated depth
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — Taco Charlton has been declared a bust by two different teams. Tanoh Kpassagnon was considered the same for a while as he moved between linebacker and defensive end.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Washington hires Wright as NFL's 1st Black team president
Reality began to sink in for Jason Wright in the days after accepting the job as president of the Washington Football Team.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
White Sox hit 4 straight HRs vs Cardinals reliever in debut
CHICAGO (AP) — St. Louis Cardinals reliever Roel Ramirez set a record in his debut — just not the kind any pitcher wants.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Washington's Jimmy Lake says Pac-12 postponement right move
SEATTLE (AP) — Washington coach Jimmy Lake said Friday that the Pac-12 made the correct decision in postponing the football season, even as the Huskies athletic program faces a potentially massive financial hit from not having football in the fall.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Neymar faces Leipzig and Red Bull, one of his own sponsors
LISBON, Portugal (AP) — There's a twist for Neymar entering Tuesday’s Champions League semifinal between Paris Saint-Germain and Leipzig.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Injuries mounting as Chiefs press on with padded practices
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — Injuries are beginning to mount for the Kansas City Chiefs just three days into padded practices at training camp.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Close encounters: Jazz, Nuggets evenly matched all season
Nikola Jokic rattled off challenges the Utah Jazz present: disciplined, formidable big man, big-time scorer, meticulous execution of their roles.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
McCutchen homer keys Phillies' 3-game sweep of Mets
PHILADELPHIA (AP) — Andrew McCutchen entered as a mid-game injury replacement and hit a go-ahead, two-run home run to help the Philadelphia Phillies beat the New York Mets 6-2 on Sunday and complete a three-game sweep.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Scherzer fans 10, Nats beat O's 6-5 to escape last place
BALTIMORE (AP) — Max Scherzer struck out 10 over seven innings, and the Washington Nationals scored an unearned run in the eighth to break a tie and squeeze past the Baltimore Orioles 6-5 Sunday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Reds, Pirates won't play Monday, awaiting COVID test results
CINCINNATI (AP) — Reds players and staff were tested for COVID-19 again Sunday as Major League Baseball tried to determine if more than one Cincinnati player has been exposed to the novel coronavirus.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Markakis' 3 RBIs help Braves beat Miami 4-0 to take series
MIAMI (AP) — Nick Markakis drove in three runs, and five pitchers combined on a two-hitter Sunday to help the Atlanta Braves beat the Miami Marlins 4-0 and tighten the NL East race.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Griffin one of the anchors in Seahawks' remodeled secondary
RENTON, Wash. (AP) — When Shaquill Griffin arrived in Seattle, he was supposed to be part of the new era in an effort by the Seahawks to build the next generation of their standout secondary.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Keibert Ruiz starts career with HR, Dodgers sweep Angels 8-3
ANAHEIM, Calif. (AP) — Keibert Ruiz took his first swing in the big leagues and watched his drive sail down the right field line. His Los Angeles Dodgers teammates reacted with a joyous collective scream while the ball ricocheted around the stands beyond right field.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
States wrestle with playing high school football amid COVID
THRALL, Texas (AP) — As heat waves rose from the crackling grass next to a cotton field that stretched far into the distance, Rick Porter watched his young football players struggle through a preseason practice.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Escobar's 3-run blast pushes D-backs past Padres 5-4
PHOENIX (AP) — Eduardo Escobar hit a go-ahead, three-run homer in the eighth inning to push the Arizona Diamondbacks past the San Diego Padres 5-4 on Sunday and complete the three-game sweep.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Rutgers had at least 30 players were positive for COVID-19
Rutgers has had at least 30 football players test positive for COVID-19 since the team returned to campus in mid June.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
PSG, Leipzig seek maiden Champions League final appearance
LISBON, Portugal (AP) — The similarities between Paris Saint-Germain and Leipzig end with both clubs trying to reach the Champions League final for the first time.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Sevilla beats Man United 2-1 to reach Europa League final
COLOGNE, Germany (AP) — Manchester United made it an unwanted hat trick of semifinal defeats this season after losing 2-1 in the Europa League to Sevilla on Sunday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Avalanche aiming to distract Coyotes' Kuemper more in Game 4
The Colorado Avalanche had all the numbers in their favor. Odd-man rushes, 51 shots on goal, 92 shot attempts.
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Browns owners support Mayfield choice to kneel during anthem
CLEVELAND (AP) — Browns owners Dee and Jimmy Haslam will stand in support of quarterback Baker Mayfield and any other Cleveland players who kneel during the national anthem this season.
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PSG, Leipzig seek maiden Champions League final appearance
LISBON, Portugal (AP) — The similarities between Paris Saint-Germain and Leipzig end in the fact both clubs are trying to make it to the Champions League final for the first time.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Keibert Ruiz starts career with HR, Dodgers sweep Angels 8-3
ANAHEIM, Calif. (AP) — Keibert Ruiz took his first swing in the big leagues and watched his drive sail down the right field line. His Los Angeles Dodgers teammates reacted with a joyous collective scream while the ball ricocheted around the stands beyond right field.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Escobar's 3-run blast pushes D-backs past Padres 5-4
PHOENIX (AP) — Eduardo Escobar hit a go-ahead, three-run homer in the eighth inning to push the Arizona Diamondbacks past the San Diego Padres 5-4 on Sunday and complete the three-game sweep.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Injuries mounting as Chiefs press on with padded practices
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — Injuries are beginning to mount for the Kansas City Chiefs just three days into padded practices at training camp.
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Reds, Pirates won't play Monday, awaiting COVID test results
CINCINNATI (AP) — Reds players and staff were tested for COVID-19 again Sunday as Major League Baseball tried to determine if more than one Cincinnati player has been exposed to the novel coronavirus.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Griffin one of the anchors in Seahawks' remodeled secondary
RENTON, Wash. (AP) — When Shaquill Griffin arrived in Seattle, he was supposed to be part of the new era in an effort by the Seahawks to build the next generation of their standout secondary.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Sevilla beats Man United 2-1 to reach Europa League final
COLOGNE, Germany (AP) — Manchester United made it an unwanted hat trick of semifinal defeats this season after losing 2-1 in the Europa League to Sevilla on Sunday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
White Sox hit 4 straight HRs vs Cardinals reliever in debut
CHICAGO (AP) — St. Louis Cardinals reliever Roel Ramirez set a record in his debut — just not the kind any pitcher wants.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Scherzer fans 10, Nats beat O's 6-5 to escape last place
BALTIMORE (AP) — Max Scherzer struck out 10 over seven innings, and the Washington Nationals scored an unearned run in the eighth to break a tie and squeeze past the Baltimore Orioles 6-5 Sunday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Close encounters: Jazz, Nuggets evenly matched all season
Nikola Jokic rattled off challenges the Utah Jazz present: disciplined, formidable big man, big-time scorer, meticulous execution of their roles.
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Avalanche aiming to distract Coyotes' Kuemper more in Game 4
The Colorado Avalanche had all the numbers in their favor. Odd-man rushes, 51 shots on goal, 92 shot attempts.
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McCutchen homer keys Phillies' 3-game sweep of Mets
PHILADELPHIA (AP) — Andrew McCutchen entered as a mid-game injury replacement and hit a go-ahead, two-run home run to help the Philadelphia Phillies beat the New York Mets 6-2 on Sunday and complete a three-game sweep.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Markakis' 3 RBIs help Braves beat Miami 4-0 to take series
MIAMI (AP) — Nick Markakis drove in three runs, and five pitchers combined on a two-hitter Sunday to help the Atlanta Braves beat the Miami Marlins 4-0 and tighten the NL East race.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Browns owners support Mayfield choice to kneel during anthem
CLEVELAND (AP) — Browns owners Dee and Jimmy Haslam will stand in support of quarterback Baker Mayfield and any other Cleveland players who kneel during the national anthem this season.
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Lindblom joins Flyers for playoffs after cancer treatment
Oskar Lindblom heard the sound of his
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Panthers sign 'Hard Knocks' Andrew Vollert to roster
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) — The Panthers signed tight end Andrew Vollert and wide receivers Tommylee Lewis and Marken Michel on Sunday.
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No playoffs a painful lesson for Ja Morant, young Grizzlies
Ja Morant will have a painful memory from his rookie season to help remind him — and the rest of the NBA — just how far ahead of schedule the Memphis Grizzlies' rebuilding project is.
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Thunder face Rockets, ex-OKC star Westbrook, in 1st round
OKLAHOMA CITY (AP) — Few imagined when the Oklahoma City Thunder traded cornerstone Russell Westbrook to Houston for Chris Paul last summer that the teams would meet in the playoffs this season.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Neymar faces Leipzig and Red Bull, one of his own sponsors
LISBON, Portugal (AP) — There's a twist for Neymar entering Tuesday’s Champions League semifinal between Paris Saint-Germain and Leipzig.
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States wrestle with playing high school football amid COVID
THRALL, Texas (AP) — As heat waves rose from the crackling grass next to a cotton field that stretched far into the distance, Rick Porter watched his young football players struggle through a preseason practice.
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Overthinking of 'tinkerman' Guardiola costs Man City again
Forget, if it is possible, Raheem Sterling’s extraordinary miss in front of an open goal.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Postponing season puts NFL prospects in a holding pattern
COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) — The Big Ten and Pac-12 postponing their fall football seasons because of the coronavirus pandemic leaves some NFL prospects facing a dilemma: Leave now or leave later.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Bruins goalie Rask opts out of playoffs to be with family
BOSTON (AP) — Boston Bruins goalie Tuukka Rask has opted out of the defending Eastern Conference champions' playoff run to be with his family, the team said on Saturday morning — less than two hours before he was to start Game 3 of their series against the Carolina Hurricanes.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Purdue coach proposes running 2 football seasons in 2021
INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — Purdue coach Jeff Brohm believes football can be played safely this spring and again next fall if university presidents and medical teams agree.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
World Series MVP Strasburg on IL with nerve issue in hand
WASHINGTON (AP) — World Series MVP Stephen Strasburg was put on the 10-day injured list by the Washington Nationals on Saturday because of the recurring nerve issue in his throwing hand that delayed his start to the 2020 season and cut short his second appearance after just 16 pitches.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Lindstrom: Falcons' O-line must 'do better' to protect Ryan
ATLANTA (AP) — Chris Lindstrom had to spend far too much of his rookie season imagining how he would prepare for a game.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
They're still here: Cardinals back after long virus absence
CHICAGO (AP) — After weeks of uncertainty, John Mozeliak watched the St. Louis Cardinals drop off their rental cars and prepare for work. His cell phone was filled with encouraging baseball messages instead of questions of concern.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Washington's Jimmy Lake says Pac-12 postponement right move
SEATTLE (AP) — Washington coach Jimmy Lake said Friday that the Pac-12 made the correct decision in postponing the football season, even as the Huskies athletic program faces a potentially massive financial hit from not having football in the fall.
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Nola tosses 7 scoreless in Phillies' 6-2 win over Mets
PHILADELPHIA (AP) — Rhys Hoskins likes the feeling when the Phillies send ace Aaron Nola out for his start
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Betts hits tying homer, Dodgers beat Angels 6-5 in 10
ANAHEIM, Calif. (AP) — Chris Taylor scored on Max Muncy's sacrifice fly in the 10th inning, and the Los Angeles Dodgers rallied to beat the Los Angeles Angels 6-5 Saturday night for their season-high fourth consecutive victory.
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Yankees' LeMahieu pulled with sprained left thumb
NEW YORK (AP) — AL batting leader DJ LeMahieu was pulled from the New York Yankees' game against the Boston Red Sox on Saturday night after spraining his left thumb.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Cards sweep White Sox in return from coronavirus outbreak
CHICAGO (AP) — From Kolten Wong's opening eight-pitch walk in the first game to Andrew Miller's save at the every end, the St. Louis Cardinals' long-awaited return from a coronavirus outbreak was a smashing success.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Pelicans fire Alvin Gentry after 5 seasons as team's coach
NEW ORLEANS (AP) — The New Orleans Pelicans are looking for a new coach to oversee the still nascent Zion Williamson era.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Packers sign DT Kenny Clark to four-year contract extension
GREEN BAY, Wis. (AP) — Green Bay’s Kenny Clark says he has always wanted to prove the value of nose tackles as complete players.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Duvall HR in 9th helps Braves end skid and beat Marlins 2-1
MIAMI (AP) — Max Fried hit the corners, and Adam Duvall hit the foul pole.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Lyon 'team spirit' good enough to knock out rich Man City
LISBON, Portugal (AP) — Lyon and its group of mostly unknown players proved good enough to knock out Pep Guardiola and his rich Manchester City squad on Saturday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
LeMahieu hurt, but Frazier's 5 RBIs lift Yanks over Red Sox
NEW YORK (AP) — The next-man-up New York Yankees are at it again.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Surprising Suns ready to build off bubble success
PHOENIX (AP) — Coach Monty Williams could sense a few eye rolls earlier this summer when the Phoenix Suns and their extremely mediocre 26-39 record were invited to the NBA's bubble.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Rutgers had at least 30 players were positive for COVID-19
Rutgers has had at least 30 football players test positive for COVID-19 since the team returned to campus in mid June.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Surging Orioles drop Nationals into cellar with 7-3 victory
BALTIMORE (AP) — The unpredictable nature of this wacky baseball season can best be summed up by the current status of a team that's coming off two straight 100-loss seasons and a club that last fall won its first World Series.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
D-backs beat Padres 7-6, nail runner at plate for final out
PHOENIX (AP) — Speedy Padres pinch runner Jorge Mateo was thrown out at the plate trying to score from first base on a single to end the game, and the Arizona Diamondbacks held off San Diego 7-6 on Saturday night.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Islanders, Canucks, Flames try to get one win from advancing
New York Islanders coach Barry Trotz knows just how capable the Washington Capitals are in coming back from an 0-2 series deficit.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Betts hits tying homer, Dodgers beat Angels 6-5 in 10
ANAHEIM, Calif. (AP) — Chris Taylor scored on Max Muncy's sacrifice fly in the 10th inning, and the Los Angeles Dodgers rallied to beat the Los Angeles Angels 6-5 Saturday night for their season-high fourth consecutive victory.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
D-backs beat Padres 7-6, nail runner at plate for final out
PHOENIX (AP) — Speedy Padres pinch runner Jorge Mateo was thrown out at the plate trying to score from first base on a single to end the game, and the Arizona Diamondbacks held off San Diego 7-6 on Saturday night.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Surging Orioles drop Nationals into cellar with 7-3 victory
BALTIMORE (AP) — The unpredictable nature of this wacky baseball season can best be summed up by the current status of a team that's coming off two straight 100-loss seasons and a club that last fall won its first World Series.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
LeMahieu hurt, but Frazier's 5 RBIs lift Yanks over Red Sox
NEW YORK (AP) — The next-man-up New York Yankees are at it again.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Yankees' LeMahieu pulled with sprained left thumb
NEW YORK (AP) — AL batting leader DJ LeMahieu was pulled from the New York Yankees' game against the Boston Red Sox on Saturday night after spraining his left thumb.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Nola tosses 7 scoreless in Phillies' 6-2 win over Mets
PHILADELPHIA (AP) — Rhys Hoskins likes the feeling when the Phillies send ace Aaron Nola out for his start
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Duvall HR in 9th helps Braves end skid and beat Marlins 2-1
MIAMI (AP) — Max Fried hit the corners, and Adam Duvall hit the foul pole.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Yankees' LeMahieu pulled with left wrist/hand issue
NEW YORK (AP) — AL batting leader DJ LeMahieu was pulled from the New York Yankees' game against the Boston Red Sox on Saturday night after appearing to injure his left wrist or hand.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Islanders, Canucks, Flames try to get one win from advancing
New York Islanders coach Barry Trotz knows just how capable the Washington Capitals are in coming back from an 0-2 series deficit.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Cards sweep White Sox in return from coronavirus outbreak
CHICAGO (AP) — From Kolten Wong's opening eight-pitch walk in the first game to Andrew Miller's save at the every end, the St. Louis Cardinals' long-awaited return from a coronavirus outbreak was a smashing success.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Lyon 'team spirit' good enough to knock out rich Man City
LISBON, Portugal (AP) — Lyon and its group of mostly unknown players proved good enough to knock out Pep Guardiola and his rich Manchester City squad on Saturday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Cards beat White Sox 5-1 in return from coronavirus outbreak
CHICAGO (AP) — Adam Wainwright said it was just another start. Well, that was what he told himself anyway.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Lindstrom: Falcons' O-line must 'do better' to protect Ryan
ATLANTA (AP) — Chris Lindstrom had to spend far too much of his rookie season imagining how he would prepare for a game.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Surprising Suns ready to build off bubble success
PHOENIX (AP) — Coach Monty Williams could sense a few eye rolls earlier this summer when the Phoenix Suns and their extremely mediocre 26-39 record were invited to the NBA's bubble.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Kings once again seek answers after missing playoffs
All the momentum the Sacramento Kings had when the NBA season shut down in March disappeared when they arrived in the bubble.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Packers sign DT Kenny Clark to four-year contract extension
GREEN BAY, Wis. (AP) — Green Bay’s Kenny Clark says he has always wanted to prove the value of nose tackles as complete players.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
World Series MVP Strasburg on IL with nerve issue in hand
WASHINGTON (AP) — World Series MVP Stephen Strasburg was put on the 10-day injured list by the Washington Nationals on Saturday because of the recurring nerve issue in his throwing hand that delayed his start to the 2020 season and cut short his second appearance after just 16 pitches.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Spurs await DeRozan decision as young guards show promise
Gregg Popovich brushed off a question about whether he will return as coach of the San Antonio Spurs after their attempt to
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Pelicans fire Alvin Gentry after 5 seasons as team's coach
NEW ORLEANS (AP) — The New Orleans Pelicans are looking for a new coach to oversee the still nascent Zion Williamson era.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
After 25-win season, Wizards need Wall, Beal to be 'fun'
Rui Hachimura just wrapped up his rookie year -- and it was a rough one for his Washington Wizards, who yet again missed the playoffs -- but he knows enough to recognize the biggest two reasons to have at least a modicum of hope looking ahead.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Müller tops 7-1 Brazil rout with 8-2 Barcelona thrashing
LISBON, Portugal (AP) — Thomas Müller is one player who can talk with authority about two of soccer’s most shocking results in recent history.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Packers agree to terms on extension with DT Kenny Clark
GREEN BAY, Wis. (AP) — Green Bay Packers defensive tackle Kenny Clark has agreed to terms on a four-year contract extension.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
They're still here: Cardinals back after long virus absence
CHICAGO (AP) — After weeks of uncertainty, John Mozeliak watched the St. Louis Cardinals drop off their rental cars and prepare for work. His cell phone was filled with encouraging baseball messages instead of questions of concern.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Reds player tests positive, 2 games with Pirates postponed
CINCINNATI (AP) — The Cincinnati Reds became the third Major League Baseball team to have games called off because one of its players tested positive for COVID-19.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Bucks seeking return to form as they open against Magic
The Milwaukee Bucks head into the playoffs seeking to regain the form that enabled them to earn the NBA's best record.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
76ers limp into postseason without Simmons against Celtics
From general manager Elton Brand’s preseason mandate he
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Bruins goalie Rask opts out of playoffs to be with family
BOSTON (AP) — Boston Bruins goalie Tuukka Rask has opted out of the defending Eastern Conference champions' playoff run to be with his family, the team said on Saturday morning — less than two hours before he was to start Game 3 of their series against the Carolina Hurricanes.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Bruins G Tuukka Rask opts out of NHL playoffs over COVID-19
BOSTON (AP) — Boston Bruins goalie Tuukka Rask has opted out of the team’s playoff run.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Indians demote Clevinger, Plesac after protocol violation
CLEVELAND (AP) — After hearing Mike Clevinger and Zach Plesac explain their actions, the Cleveland Indians sent the pitchers to their alternate training site on Friday after the two broke team rules and Major League Baseball coronavirus protocol last weekend in Chicago.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Postponing season puts NFL prospects in a holding pattern
COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) — The Big Ten and Pac-12 postponing their fall football seasons because of the coronavirus pandemic leaves some NFL prospects facing a dilemma: Leave now or leave later.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Browns' Mayfield admits he was 'lost' in chaotic 2019 season
BEREA, Ohio (AP) — Baker Mayfield knew he needed to drop some weight, and maybe a little of the attitude.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Purdue coach proposes running 2 football seasons in 2021
INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — Purdue coach Jeff Brohm believes football can be played safely this spring and again next fall if university presidents and medical teams agree.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Washington's Jimmy Lake says Pac-12 postponement right move
SEATTLE (AP) — Washington coach Jimmy Lake said Friday that the Pac-12 made the correct decision in postponing the football season, even as the Huskies athletic program faces a potentially massive financial hit from not having football in the fall.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Indians send down Clevinger, Plesac after virus blunder
CLEVELAND (AP) — After hearing Mike Clevinger and Zach Plesac explain their actions, the Cleveland Indians sent the pitchers to their alternate training site on Friday after the two broke team rules and Major League Baseball coronavirus protocol last weekend in Chicago.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Bryce Harper's RBI in ninth lifts Phillies past Mets 6-5
PHILADELPHIA (AP) — Bryce Harper delivered another clutch hit and then waited for a video review to celebrate.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Kelly, Calhoun lead Diamondbacks past Padres 5-1
PHOENIX (AP) — Merrill Kelly needed a string of good performances during summer camp just to make the Diamondbacks starting rotation. Three weeks into the season, he's looking like the team's ace.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Watson poised to lead Texans offense with Hopkins in Arizona
HOUSTON (AP) — With DeAndre Hopkins dealt to Arizona during the offseason, Deshaun Watson is the undisputed star of the Texans’ offense.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Kershaw dominates, Bellinger 2 HRs, Dodgers drop Angels 7-4
ANAHEIM, Calif. (AP) — Instead of staying in a nearby hotel, the Los Angeles Dodgers are driving the 32 miles back and forth to Angel Stadium for the Freeway Series this weekend in another concession to the coronavirus-shortened season.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Man United in stern test vs 5-time Europa League champions
DÜSSELDORF, Germany (AP) — There's one way to find out if a team deserves to win the Europa League. Play Sevilla.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Vlade Divac steps down as Kings general manager
Vlade Divac has stepped down as general manager of the Sacramento Kings and will be replaced on an interim basis by Joe Dumars.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
After full stadiums, Super Rugby Aotearoa ends without fans
WELLINGTON, New Zealand (AP) — Super Rugby Aotearoa, which began as one of a few major sports tournaments in the world to be played in stadiums filled with fans, ended Saturday in a empty stadium where the Highlanders beat the Hurricanes 38-21 at Dunedin, New Zealand.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Yeoman, who coached Houston for 25 seasons, dead at 92
HOUSTON (AP) — Bill Yeoman, the longtime Houston football coach who led the Cougars to four Southwest Conference titles and a school-record 160 victories, has died. He was 92.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Big 12 moves ahead with fall sports beginning in September
Baylor coach Dave Aranda could see a weight being lifted off the shoulders of his players during a meeting Tuesday night, when word began to filter out that the Big 12 Conference would attempt to play football this fall.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Rutgers had at least 30 players were positive for COVID-19
Rutgers has had at least 30 football players test positive for COVID-19 since the team returned to campus in mid June.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Bayern humbles Barcelona 8-2 to reach Champions League semis
LISBON, Portugal (AP) — Bayern Munich inflicted on Barcelona the most humiliating defeat of the Lionel Messi era and among the worst in team history by 8-2 to reach the Champions League semifinals on Friday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Royals-Twins opener postponed by rain; doubleheader Saturday
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — The Minnesota Twins postponed their game against the Kansas City Royals on Friday night because of stormy weather, scheduling a straight doubleheader on Saturday instead to start the series.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Strasburg hurt as Nationals beat Orioles 15-3 for 'split'
BALTIMORE (AP) — Stephen Strasburg had a very short stint on a terribly long day for the Washington Nationals, who are struggling with injuries to key players in their effort to repeat as World Series champions.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
After full stadiums, Super Rugby Aotearoa ends without fans
WELLINGTON, New Zealand (AP) — Super Rugby Aotearoa, which began as one of a few major sports tournaments in the world to be played in stadiums filled with fans, ended Saturday in a empty stadium where the Highlanders beat the Hurricanes 38-21 at Dunedin, New Zealand.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Kershaw dominates, Bellinger 2 HRs, Dodgers drop Angels 7-4
ANAHEIM, Calif. (AP) — Instead of staying in a nearby hotel, the Los Angeles Dodgers are driving the 32 miles back and forth to Angel Stadium for the Freeway Series this weekend in another concession to the coronavirus-shortened season.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Kelly, Calhoun lead Diamondbacks past Padres 5-1
PHOENIX (AP) — Merrill Kelly needed a string of good performances during summer camp just to make the Diamondbacks starting rotation. Three weeks into the season, he's looking like the team's ace.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Strasburg hurt as Nationals beat Orioles 15-3 for 'split'
BALTIMORE (AP) — Stephen Strasburg had a very short stint on a terribly long day for the Washington Nationals, who are struggling with injuries to key players in their effort to repeat as World Series champions.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Bryce Harper's RBI in ninth lifts Phillies past Mets 6-5
PHILADELPHIA (AP) — Bryce Harper delivered another clutch hit and then waited for a video review to celebrate.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Man United in stern test vs 5-time Europa League champions
DÜSSELDORF, Germany (AP) — There's one way to find out if a team deserves to win the Europa League. Play Sevilla.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Indians demote Clevinger, Plesac after protocol violation
CLEVELAND (AP) — After hearing Mike Clevinger and Zach Plesac explain their actions, the Cleveland Indians sent the pitchers to their alternate training site on Friday after the two broke team rules and Major League Baseball coronavirus protocol last weekend in Chicago.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Royals-Twins opener postponed by rain; doubleheader Saturday
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — The Minnesota Twins postponed their game against the Kansas City Royals on Friday night because of stormy weather, scheduling a straight doubleheader on Saturday instead to start the series.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Browns' Mayfield admits he was 'lost' in chaotic 2019 season
BEREA, Ohio (AP) — Baker Mayfield knew he needed to drop some weight, and maybe a little of the attitude.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Bayern humbles Barcelona 8-2 to reach Champions League semis
LISBON, Portugal (AP) — Bayern Munich inflicted on Barcelona the most humiliating defeat of the Lionel Messi era and among the worst in team history by 8-2 to reach the Champions League semifinals on Friday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Vlade Divac steps down as Kings general manager
Vlade Divac has stepped down as general manager of the Sacramento Kings and will be replaced on an interim basis by Joe Dumars.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Five days later, Orioles complete 6-2 win over Nationals
BALTIMORE (AP) — The Baltimore Orioles successfully finished what they started, beating the Washington Nationals 6-2 on Friday in a game suspended five days earlier because of a tarp malfunction at another ballpark.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Watson poised to lead Texans offense with Hopkins in Arizona
HOUSTON (AP) — With DeAndre Hopkins dealt to Arizona during the offseason, Deshaun Watson is the undisputed star of the Texans’ offense.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Indians send down Clevinger, Plesac after virus blunder
CLEVELAND (AP) — After hearing Mike Clevinger and Zach Plesac explain their actions, the Cleveland Indians sent the pitchers to their alternate training site on Friday after the two broke team rules and Major League Baseball coronavirus protocol last weekend in Chicago.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Cardinals' Jones has single-season sack record in sights
GLENDALE, Ariz. (AP) — Arizona's Chandler Jones was a great player on a mediocre defense one season ago, finishing with a career-high 19 sacks and solidifying his reputation as one of the NFL's premier pass rushers.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Washington's Jimmy Lake says Pac-12 postponement right move
SEATTLE (AP) — Washington coach Jimmy Lake said Friday that the Pac-12 made the correct decision in postponing the football season, even as the Huskies athletic program faces a potentially massive financial hit from not having football in the fall.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Bayern stuns Barcelona 8-2 to reach Champions League semis
LISBON, Portugal (AP) — With four goals in the first half hour and four more in the last half hour, Bayern Munich humiliated Barcelona 8-2 on Friday to reach the Champions League semifinals for the second time in three years.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Giants O-Line coach Colombo wants nasty, detailed group
Marc Colombo was nasty when he played tackle for the Dallas Cowboys — and that's just the attitude he expects from his offensive line with the New York Giants.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Chiefs keep gambling by doling out another big-money deal
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — The Chiefs had just finished their first padded practice of training camp Friday when safety Tyrann Mathieu was asked about the long-term contract signed by Travis Kelce, which ensured he would remain in Kansas City through the 2025 season.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Browns starting C Tretter sidelined after procedure on knee
BEREA, Ohio (AP) — Cleveland Browns starting center JC Tretter underwent a surgical procedure on his knee Thursday and could be out for an extended period.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Rutgers had at least 30 players were positive for COVID-19
Rutgers has had at least 30 football players test positive for COVID-19 since the team returned to campus in mid June.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
No excuses as Atlético Madrid wastes another title chance
LISBON, Portugal (AP) — This time there are no excuses for Atlético Madrid.
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Crowded house: Steelers backfield eyes consistency in 2020
PITTSBURGH (AP) — James Conner is tired of answering questions about his health. Really tired. The Pittsburgh Steelers running back remains adamant he can thrive in the NFL if he stays on the field.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Postponing season puts NFL prospects in a holding pattern
COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) — The Big Ten and Pac-12 postponing their fall football seasons because of the coronavirus pandemic leaves some NFL prospects facing a dilemma: Leave now or leave later.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Adams sends Leipzig into CL semis with winner vs Atlético
LISBON, Portugal (AP) — For an American not used to scoring, Tyler Adams sure knows how to make a mark in European soccer.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
'Let Russ Cook?' Seahawks QB Wilson would be fine with that
RENTON, Wash. (AP) — The phrase has become popular among Seattle Seahawks fans on social media, almost to the point of becoming a rallying cry: “Let Russ Cook.”
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Purdue coach proposes running 2 football seasons in 2021
INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — Purdue coach Jeff Brohm believes football can be played safely this spring and again next fall if university presidents and medical teams agree.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
FC Dallas owners condemn threats against player
The owners of FC Dallas came to the defense of player Reggie Cannon after he expressed disgust at the fans who booed players who knelt during the national anthem — and then faced a backlash on social media that included threats.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
LAFC forward Adama Diomande says he's terminating contract
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Los Angeles FC forward Adama Diomande announced Thursday that he is leaving the club for family reasons.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
AP source: Chiefs, Kelce agree to 4-year, $57.25M extension
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — The Kansas City Chiefs weren't done when they signed star quarterback Patrick Mahomes to a record-setting extension, or when they put together a pricey package to keep Pro Bowl defensive tackle Chris Jones on the line.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Tatis Jr. brings talent, swagger as Padres hope to contend
SAN DIEGO (AP) — “El Niño” is bringing a welcome wallop to San Diego.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Australian survey: younger Olympians more willing to protest
BRISBANE, Australia (AP) — An Australian survey shows a higher proportion of younger Olympians would be prepared to use games venues or medal podiums as a platform for demonstrations.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Yeoman, who coached Houston for 25 seasons, dead at 92
HOUSTON (AP) — Bill Yeoman, the longtime Houston football coach who led the Cougars to four Southwest Conference titles and a school-record 160 victories, has died. He was 92.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Betts ties MLB mark with 3 of Dodgers' 6 HRs in rout of Pads
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Led by Mookie Betts hitting three homers in a game for a record-tying sixth time in his career, the Los Angeles Dodgers broke out of their offensive slump with a power display.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Cardinals-White Sox opener pushed back to Saturday
CHICAGO (AP) — St. Louis' series opener against the Chicago White Sox has been postponed to Saturday, giving the Cardinals an extra day to recover from a coronavirus outbreak.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
COVID-19 outbreak reduces Super Rugby Aotearoa's last round
WELLINGTON, New Zealand (AP) — An outbreak of COVID-19 in New Zealand’s largest city has affected the last round of matches in Super Rugby Aotearoa.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Saints safety Williams owning up to tackling deficiencies
NEW ORLEANS (AP) — Saints safety Marcus Williams has made it a priority to directly and openly address those painful instances when his trouble with tackling has overshadowed his ability to defend passes.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Big 12 moves ahead with fall sports beginning in September
Baylor coach Dave Aranda could see a weight being lifted off the shoulders of his players during a meeting Tuesday night, when word began to filter out that the Big 12 Conference would attempt to play football this fall.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Orioles beat Phillies 11-4, complete 3-game sweep
PHILADELPHIA (AP) — These aren't the 100-loss Baltimore Orioles anymore.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Coaches' emotions on edge as pandemic questions linger
Indiana coach Tom Allen was heartbroken. Kansas State’s Chris Klieman doesn't know if he will be, too, eventually, but said he wants to keep his players on campus.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Bills sign left tackle Dawkins to 4-year contract extension
First, the Buffalo Bills made sure that their improvement could continue under coach Sean McDermott.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
College football players left in limbo as seasons get pushed
Kansas State quarterback Skylar Thompson is ready to play football next month.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Pirates connect 3 times off DeSclafani, roll 9-6 over Reds
CINCINNATI (AP) — Adam Frazier hit the first of three homers off Anthony DeSclafani, who hasn't beaten Pittsburgh in his last seven tries, and the Pirates returned from a three-day layoff with a flourish, beating the Cincinnati Reds 9-6 Thursday night.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Chris Sale rehabbing the best he can for Red Sox
With an arm repaired by Tommy John surgery and a pandemic locking him out of the Red Sox spring training facility, Boston left-hander Chris Sale is managing his rehab the best he can.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Australian survey: younger Olympians more willing to protest
BRISBANE, Australia (AP) — An Australian survey shows a higher proportion of younger Olympians would be prepared to use games venues or medal podiums as a platform for demonstrations.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Betts ties MLB mark with 3 of Dodgers' 6 HRs in rout of Pads
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Led by Mookie Betts hitting three homers in a game for a record-tying sixth time in his career, the Los Angeles Dodgers broke out of their offensive slump with a power display.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
FC Dallas owners condemn threats against player
The owners of FC Dallas came to the defense of player Reggie Cannon after he expressed disgust at the fans who booed players who knelt during the national anthem — and then faced a backlash on social media that included threats.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Cardinals-White Sox opener pushed back to Saturday
CHICAGO (AP) — St. Louis' series opener against the Chicago White Sox has been postponed to Saturday, giving the Cardinals an extra day to recover from a coronavirus outbreak.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Orioles beat Phillies 11-4, complete 3-game sweep
PHILADELPHIA (AP) — These aren't the 100-loss Baltimore Orioles anymore.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Pirates connect 3 times off DeSclafani, roll 9-6 over Reds
CINCINNATI (AP) — Adam Frazier hit the first of three homers off Anthony DeSclafani, who hasn't beaten Pittsburgh in his last seven tries, and the Pirates returned from a three-day layoff with a flourish, beating the Cincinnati Reds 9-6 Thursday night.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
'Let Russ Cook?' Seahawks QB Wilson would be fine with that
RENTON, Wash. (AP) — The phrase has become popular among Seattle Seahawks fans on social media, almost to the point of becoming a rallying cry: “Let Russ Cook.”
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Chris Sale rehabbing the best he can for Red Sox
With an arm repaired by Tommy John surgery and a pandemic locking him out of the Red Sox spring training facility, Boston left-hander Chris Sale is managing his rehab the best he can.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Tatis Jr. brings talent, swagger as Padres hope to contend
SAN DIEGO (AP) — “El Niño” is bringing a welcome wallop to San Diego.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Saints safety Williams owning up to tackling deficiencies
NEW ORLEANS (AP) — Saints safety Marcus Williams has made it a priority to directly and openly address those painful instances when his trouble with tackling has overshadowed his ability to defend passes.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
AP source: Chiefs, Kelce agree to 4-year, $57.25M extension
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — The Kansas City Chiefs weren't done when they signed star quarterback Patrick Mahomes to a record-setting extension, or when they put together a pricey package to keep Pro Bowl defensive tackle Chris Jones on the line.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
After 20 years in college, Sean Spencer joins Giants' staff
After spending more than two decades in the college ranks as an assistant coach, Sean Spencer is bringing his high-energy approach to the New York Giants.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Adams sends Leipzig into CL semis with winner vs Atlético
LISBON, Portugal (AP) — For an American not used to scoring, Tyler Adams sure knows how to make a mark in European soccer.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
LAFC forward Adama Diomande says he's terminating contract
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Los Angeles FC forward Adama Diomande announced Thursday that he is leaving the club for family reasons.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Purdue coach proposes running 2 football seasons in 2021
INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — Purdue coach Jeff Brohm believes football can be played safely this spring and again next fall if university presidents and medical teams agree.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Indians' Plesac upset with portrayal after COVID violation
CLEVELAND (AP) — Indians pitcher Zach Plesac feels he and teammate Mike Clevinger have been unfairly portrayed as “bad people” in the aftermath of the pitchers being quarantined by the team for violating COVID-19 protocols last weekend in Chicago.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
GM calls Preds' series loss unacceptable, promises changes
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — The NHL's winningest general manager is not happy with the Nashville Predators' diminishing returns, and David Poile made it clear Thursday that change is coming.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Bills sign left tackle Dawkins to 4-year contract extension
First, the Buffalo Bills made sure that their improvement could continue under coach Sean McDermott.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Postponing season puts NFL prospects in a holding pattern
COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) — The Big Ten and Pac-12 postponing their fall football seasons because of the coronavirus pandemic leaves some NFL prospects facing a dilemma: Leave now or leave later.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Dolphins' Tagovailoa is a playful, willing backup -- for now
MIAMI (AP) — Tua Tagovailoa was easy to identify Thursday even though he wore teammate Ryan Fitzpatrick's jersey and a mask to his first media session of training camp.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
A new look for Marlins Park's season debut: a 1st-place team
MIAMI (AP) — Marlins Park will have a new look for its 2020 season debut Friday, thanks to cozier dimensions and a switch to artificial turf.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Barcelona and Bayern meet in battle of past champions
LISBON, Portugal (AP) — The two former champions still left in the Champions League have to face each other for a chance to end their title drought in Europe.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Silva, the City wizard who helped to redefine English soccer
There’ll be no standing ovation in a full stadium for David Silva after his final appearance for Manchester City.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Cubs beat Indians 7-2 to match their best start since 1970
CLEVELAND (AP) — Bell bottoms were in style and Nixon was in the White House the last time the Chicago Cubs started a season this hot.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Maldonado's 3-run shot leads Astros over Giants 5-1
HOUSTON (AP) — Martín Maldonado hit a three-run home run to back a strong start by Zack Greinke and help the Houston Astros to a 5-1 win over the San Francisco Giants on Wednesday night.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
A's hit 3 HRs, Laureano's 3 fine catches help top Angels 8-4
ANAHEIM, Calif. (AP) — Oakland manager Bob Melvin didn't know until an hour before Wednesday's game against the Los Angeles Angels whether Ramón Laureano would be available.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
UConn's Bueckers marches for her little brother's future
HARTFORD, Conn. (AP) — UConn freshman Paige Bueckers marched for racial justice in her home state of Minnesota after the death of George Floyd and says she plans to continue using her voice for social change now that she's at Connecticut.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Ruiz, Sisco, Santander go deep in Orioles' win over Phillies
PHILADELPHIA (AP) — Anthony Santander
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Joe Kelly's suspension reduced to 5 games on appeal
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Los Angeles Dodgers reliever Joe Kelly had his suspension for throwing pitches near the heads of Houston hitters reduced to five games on appeal.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Yeoman, who coached Houston for 25 seasons, dead at 92
HOUSTON (AP) — Bill Yeoman, the longtime Houston football coach who led the Cougars to four Southwest Conference titles and a school-record 160 victories, has died. He was 92.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Players kneeling for anthem met with boos before MLS game
There was a smattering of boos when players from FC Dallas and Nashville SC collectively took a knee during the national anthem before their MLS game Wednesday night in Frisco, Texas.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Voting focus could be legacy for latest wave of NBA activism
NBA players are building on the framework of Colin Kaepernick’s protests during the national anthem that helped raise awareness about police brutality, efforts that have permeated the league since it restarted its season in Florida last month amid the coronavirus pandemic.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Big 12 moves ahead with fall sports beginning in September
Baylor coach Dave Aranda could see a weight being lifted off the shoulders of his players during a meeting Tuesday night, when word began to filter out that the Big 12 Conference would attempt to play football this fall.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Pitching, Turner's 3-run blast help Dodgers beat Padres, 6-0
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Tony Gonsolin and five relievers combined on a six-hit shutout, Justin Turner hit a three-run homer, and the Los Angeles Dodgers beat the San Diego Padres 6-0 on Wednesday night to avoid losing three in a row for the first time since last August.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Salvador Perez has 3 more hits, hot Royals beat Reds 5-4
CINCINNATI (AP) — Bases loaded, one out, another close game on the verge of slipping away. The strain showed on Mike Matheny's face in the ninth inning — not that anyone could tell.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Coaches' emotions on edge as pandemic questions linger
Indiana coach Tom Allen was heartbroken. Kansas State’s Chris Klieman doesn't know if he will be, too, eventually, but said he wants to keep his players on campus.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
College football players left in limbo as seasons get pushed
Kansas State quarterback Skylar Thompson is ready to play football next month.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
All Night Long: Lionel Richie recalls closing 1984 Olympics
EDITORS — With the Tokyo Olympics postponed for a year because of the coronavirus pandemic, The Associated Press is looking back at the history of Summer Games. Lionel Richie, then just starting his solo career, spoke to the AP recently about his performance at the closing ceremony of the 1984 …
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Plenty of eyes on Jamal Adams as Seahawks get on field
RENTON, Wash. (AP) — One of the first things Pete Carroll noticed when the Seattle Seahawks finally held their first training camp practice Wednesday was the lack of the noise that in the past has come from a hillside full of fans.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Rays pounce on Red Sox, hold on for 9-5 win
BOSTON (AP) — Blake Snell pitched five shutout innings and the Tampa Bay Rays backed him with a trio of 400-foot homers to beat the Boston Red Sox 9-5 on Wednesday night and earn their fifth straight victory.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
College football coaches facing tough adversary: uncertainty
College football coaches are facing the daunting challenge of getting their players to maintain the required focus to prepare for season-openers when the prevailing question swirling around the sport is when, or if, the season will even be played because of the worldwide coronavirus pandemic.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Players kneeling for anthem met with boos before MLS game
There was a smattering of boos when players from FC Dallas and Nashville SC collectively took a knee during the national anthem before their MLS game on Wednesday night in Frisco, Texas.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Pitching, Turner's 3-run blast help Dodgers beat Padres, 6-0
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Tony Gonsolin and five relievers combined on a six-hit shutout, Justin Turner hit a three-run homer, and the Los Angeles Dodgers beat the San Diego Padres 6-0 on Wednesday night to avoid losing three in a row for the first time since last August.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Ruiz, Sisco, Santander go deep in Orioles' win over Phillies
PHILADELPHIA (AP) — Anthony Santander
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Rays pounce on Red Sox, hold on for 9-5 win
BOSTON (AP) — Blake Snell pitched five shutout innings and the Tampa Bay Rays backed him with a trio of 400-foot homers to beat the Boston Red Sox 9-5 on Wednesday night and earn their fifth straight victory.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Maldonado's 3-run shot leads Astros over Giants 5-1
HOUSTON (AP) — Martín Maldonado hit a three-run home run to back a strong start by Zack Greinke and help the Houston Astros to a 5-1 win over the San Francisco Giants on Wednesday night.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Salvador Perez has 3 more hits, hot Royals beat Reds 5-4
CINCINNATI (AP) — Bases loaded, one out, another close game on the verge of slipping away. The strain showed on Mike Matheny's face in the ninth inning — not that anyone could tell.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Cubs beat Indians 7-2 to match their best start since 1970
CLEVELAND (AP) — Bell bottoms were in style and Nixon was in the White House the last time the Chicago Cubs started a season this hot.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
A's hit 3 HRs, Laureano's 3 fine catches help top Angels 8-4
ANAHEIM, Calif. (AP) — Oakland manager Bob Melvin didn't know until an hour before Wednesday's game against the Los Angeles Angels whether Ramón Laureano would be available.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Joe Kelly's suspension reduced to 5 games on appeal
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Los Angeles Dodgers reliever Joe Kelly had his suspension for throwing pitches near the heads of Houston hitters reduced to five games on appeal.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Plenty of eyes on Jamal Adams as Seahawks get on field
RENTON, Wash. (AP) — One of the first things Pete Carroll noticed when the Seattle Seahawks finally held their first training camp practice Wednesday was the lack of the noise that in the past has come from a hillside full of fans.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Yeoman, who coached Houston for 25 seasons, dead at 92
HOUSTON (AP) — Bill Yeoman, the longtime Houston football coach who led the Cougars to four Southwest Conference titles and a school-record 160 victories, has died. He was 92.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
James Bradberry gives Giants one CB, searching for another
A couple of months ago, the New York Giants seemed to be set at one cornerback spot and with plenty of choices at the other.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Closer Kela's return gives beleaguered Pirates a boost
PITTSBURGH (AP) — A surprising positive COVID-19 test when he arrived at summer camp forced Pittsburgh Pirates closer Keone Kela to get creative to find ways to say in shape. Really creative.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Ravens' Martindale can't wait to unleash big, fast defense
Ravens defensive coordinator Don Martindale was quite pleased with a virtual minicamp that enabled his unit to get a grasp on the playbook this spring without actually getting on the field.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Contract extension gives McMillan 2 more seasons with Pacers
INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — Indiana Pacers coach Nate McMillan wasn't sure how this season would end.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Bills sign McDermott to multiyear extension
The Buffalo Bills have signed coach Sean McDermott to a multiyear contract extension.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Big 12 moves ahead with fall sports beginning in September
Baylor coach Dave Aranda could see a weight being lifted off the shoulders of his players during a meeting Tuesday night, when word began to filter out that the Big 12 Conference would attempt to play football this fall.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Penguins fire 3 assistants following quick playoff exit
PITTSBURGH (AP) — The Pittsburgh Penguins had a specific vision last summer when they examined the rubble of a first-round sweep at the hands of the New York Islanders. General manager Jim Rutherford, coach Mike Sullivan and his staff then spent the offseason revamping a team it believed would be …
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Atlético catching all the breaks in Champions League
LISBON, Portugal (AP) — So far so good for Atlético Madrid in the quest for its first Champions League title.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Promise of pizzas if Atalanta wins Champions League title
LISBON, Portugal (AP) — There will be a trophy — and lots of pizzas — if Atalanta pulls off an upset and wins the Champions League this month.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Crawford's RBI in 10th lifts Giants over Astros 7-6
HOUSTON (AP) — The San Francisco Giants were confident that Hunter Pence would break out of his slump and get going this season.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Take me outside the ballgame: Phandemic Krew cheers Phillies
PHILADELPHIA (AP) — The climb up the ladder positioned against a gate outside the Phillies' ballpark nearly 450 feet away from home plate comes with more than a distant view of baseball.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Machado's grand slam sends Padres over Dodgers, 6-2
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Manny Machado slugged a grand slam after two consecutive errors by the Dodgers in the third inning, Garrett Richards won for the first time in two years, and the San Diego Padres defeated Los Angeles 6-2 on Tuesday night.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Bundy dazzles A's, Castro leads Halos' HR barrage in 6-0 win
ANAHEIM, Calif. (AP) — Dylan Bundy threw seven scoreless innings of four-hit ball in another superb start, Jason Castro hit a three-run homer and the Los Angeles Angels won back-to-back games for the first time this season, 6-0 over the Oakland Athletics on Tuesday night.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
UConn's Bueckers marches for her little brother's future
HARTFORD, Conn. (AP) — UConn freshman Paige Bueckers marched for racial justice in her home state of Minnesota after the death of George Floyd and says she plans to continue using her voice for social change now that she's at Connecticut.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Judge homers, leaves early in Yankees' 9-6 win over Braves
NEW YORK (AP) — Aaron Judge's home run Tuesday night left the field about as quickly as he did.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Ocampos heads Sevilla past Wolves into Europa League semis
DUISBURG, Germany (AP) — One missed opportunity was all it took to end Wolverhampton's long European run.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Indians keeping Clevinger, Plesac away after violations
CLEVELAND (AP) — The Cleveland Indians went a step further than just putting Mike Clevinger and Zach Plesac into quarantine.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Votto's double in 10th lifts Reds over streaking Royals 6-5
CINCINNATI (AP) — Joey Votto doubled home the winning run in the 10th inning Tuesday night, and the Cincinnati Reds blew another late lead before rallying for a 6-5 victory over the Kansas City Royals.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Portland beats Orlando 2-1 to claim MLS is Back championship
LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. (AP) — Soaked in sweat and doused in water, the Portland Timbers hoisted the MLS is Back trophy at midfield and then headed toward a giant TV screen filled with fans cheering from afar.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Austin Hays' 2-run homer gives Orioles 10-9 win over Phils
PHILADELPHIA (AP) — A wacky game had a wild finish.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Coaches' emotions on edge as pandemic questions linger
Indiana coach Tom Allen was heartbroken. Kansas State’s Chris Klieman doesn't know if he will be, too, eventually, but said he wants to keep his players on campus.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Chargers' Lynn reveals he had coronavirus on 'Hard Knocks'
COSTA MESA, Calif. (AP) — It didn't take long for “Hard Knocks: Los Angeles” to reveal its first major surprise of the season as Los Angeles Chargers coach Anthony Lynn said he had coronavirus during the offseason.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Lester, Heyward (4 RBIs) power Cubs to 7-1 win over Indians
CLEVELAND (AP) — Jon Lester and the Cubs didn't let another of 2020's distractions slow them one bit.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
FC Dallas, Nashville SC prepare to restart the MLS season
Having watched the MLS is Back tournament from afar because of coronavirus cases, FC Dallas and Nashville SC are grateful for the chance to play again when they meet Wednesday for the resumption of Major League Soccer's regular season.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
College football players left in limbo as seasons get pushed
Kansas State quarterback Skylar Thompson is ready to play football next month.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
All Night Long: Lionel Richie recalls closing 1984 Olympics
EDITORS — With the Tokyo Olympics postponed for a year because of the coronavirus pandemic, The Associated Press is looking back at the history of Summer Games. Lionel Richie, then just starting his solo career, spoke to the AP recently about his performance at the closing ceremony of the 1984 …
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Solak gets 3 singles, 3 RBIs as Rangers beat Mariners 4-2
ARLINGTON, Texas (AP) — Nick Solak singled three times and drove in three runs, leading the Texas Rangers to a 4-2 victory over the Seattle Mariners on Tuesday night.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Gyorko's blast helps Brewers rally to beat Twins 6-4
MILWAUKEE (AP) — Jedd Gyorko blasted a tiebreaking two-run homer in the eighth inning as the Milwaukee Brewers came from behind to beat the Minnesota Twins 6-4 on Tuesday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Braves' Acuña scratched, to be examined for sore left wrist
NEW YORK (AP) — Ronald Acuña Jr.'s sore left wrist isn't worrying Atlanta Braves manager Brian Snitker — just be sure to ask him again Wednesday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
College football coaches facing tough adversary: uncertainty
College football coaches are facing the daunting challenge of getting their players to maintain the required focus to prepare for season-openers when the prevailing question swirling around the sport is when, or if, the season will even be played because of the worldwide coronavirus pandemic.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
After waiting hours for ice, Bruins, Hurricanes postponed
As the Boston Bruins watched from their locker room at the Scotiabank Arena, waiting for the previous game to end so they could take the ice, the players began rooting for someone — anyone — to score.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Stafford says he didn't give much thought to opting out
DETROIT (AP) — Matthew Stafford says he didn't give much thought to opting out of this coming season.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Chargers' Lynn reveals he had coronavirus on 'Hard Knocks'
COSTA MESA, Calif. (AP) — It didn't take long for “Hard Knocks: Los Angeles” to reveal its first major surprise of the season as Los Angeles Chargers coach Anthony Lynn said he had coronavirus during the offseason.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Crawford's RBI in 10th lifts Giants over Astros 7-6
HOUSTON (AP) — The San Francisco Giants were confident that Hunter Pence would break out of his slump and get going this season.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Bundy dazzles A's, Castro leads Halos' HR barrage in 6-0 win
ANAHEIM, Calif. (AP) — Dylan Bundy threw seven scoreless innings of four-hit ball in another superb start, Jason Castro hit a three-run homer and the Los Angeles Angels won back-to-back games for the first time this season, 6-0 over the Oakland Athletics on Tuesday night.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Machado's grand slam sends Padres over Dodgers, 6-2
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Manny Machado slugged a grand slam after two consecutive errors by the Dodgers in the third inning, Garrett Richards won for the first time in two years, and the San Diego Padres defeated Los Angeles 6-2 on Tuesday night.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Solak gets 3 singles, 3 RBIs as Rangers beat Mariners 4-2
ARLINGTON, Texas (AP) — Nick Solak singled three times and drove in three runs, leading the Texas Rangers to a 4-2 victory over the Seattle Mariners on Tuesday night.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Gyorko's blast helps Brewers rally to beat Twins 6-4
MILWAUKEE (AP) — Jedd Gyorko blasted a tiebreaking two-run homer in the eighth inning as the Milwaukee Brewers came from behind to beat the Minnesota Twins 6-4 on Tuesday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Braves' Acuña scratched, to be examined for sore left wrist
NEW YORK (AP) — Ronald Acuña Jr.'s sore left wrist isn't worrying Atlanta Braves manager Brian Snitker — just be sure to ask him again Wednesday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Judge homers, leaves early in Yankees' 9-6 win over Braves
NEW YORK (AP) — Aaron Judge's home run Tuesday night left the field about as quickly as he did.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Austin Hays' 2-run homer gives Orioles 10-9 win over Phils
PHILADELPHIA (AP) — A wacky game had a wild finish.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Portland beats Orlando 2-1 to claim MLS is Back championship
LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. (AP) — Soaked in sweat and doused in water, the Portland Timbers hoisted the MLS is Back trophy at midfield and then headed toward a giant TV screen filled with fans cheering from afar.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Lester, Heyward (4 RBIs) power Cubs to 7-1 win over Indians
CLEVELAND (AP) — Jon Lester and the Cubs didn't let another of 2020's distractions slow them one bit.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Votto's double in 10th lifts Reds over streaking Royals 6-5
CINCINNATI (AP) — Joey Votto doubled home the winning run in the 10th inning Tuesday night, and the Cincinnati Reds blew another late lead before rallying for a 6-5 victory over the Kansas City Royals.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
After waiting hours for ice, Bruins, Hurricanes postponed
As the Boston Bruins watched from their locker room at the Scotiabank Arena, waiting for the previous game to end so they could take the ice, the players began rooting for someone — anyone — to score.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Coaches' emotions on edge as pandemic questions linger
Indiana coach Tom Allen was heartbroken. Kansas State’s Chris Klieman doesn't know if he will be, too, eventually, but said he wants to keep his players on campus.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
College football players left in limbo as seasons get pushed
Kansas State quarterback Skylar Thompson is ready to play football next month.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
FC Dallas, Nashville SC prepare to restart the MLS season
Having watched the MLS is Back tournament from afar because of coronavirus cases, FC Dallas and Nashville SC are grateful for the chance to play again when they meet Wednesday for the resumption of Major League Soccer's regular season.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Stafford says he didn't give much thought to opting out
DETROIT (AP) — Matthew Stafford says he didn't give much thought to opting out of this coming season.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Promise of pizzas if Atalanta wins Champions League title
LISBON, Portugal (AP) — There will be a trophy — and lots of pizzas — if Atalanta pulls off an upset and wins the Champions League this month.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Indians keeping Clevinger, Plesac away after violations
CLEVELAND (AP) — The Cleveland Indians went a step further than just putting Mike Clevinger and Zach Plesac into quarantine.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Avalanche face Coyotes in dramatic clash of styles
The Colorado Avalanche have one of the NHL's most dynamic offenses, led by Hart Trophy finalist Nathan MacKinnon.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Ocampos heads Sevilla past Wolves into Europa League semis
DUISBURG, Germany (AP) — One missed opportunity was all it took to end Wolverhampton's long European run.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Garrett jumped at chance to be Giants' offensive coordinator
Jason Garrett wasn't interested in sitting around for a year after the Dallas Cowboys didn't renew his contract as their head coach after 10 years in charge.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
GM Rutherford looks to retool after "puzzling" Pens exit
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Jim Rutherford is not ready to blow up the core that's led the Pittsburgh Penguins to three Stanley Cups in a little more than a decade.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Flyers hope top seed in East leads to Stanley Cup title
Alain Vigneault often has a dash of James Bond in him when he closes his news conferences.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Indians place 2 pitchers on restricted list after violations
CLEVELAND (AP) — The Cleveland Indians placed starters Mike Clevinger and Zach Plesac on the restricted list Tuesday after the pitchers broke team rules by leaving their hotel in Chicago last weekend and risked exposure to the COVID-19 virus.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Take me outside the ballgame: Phandemic Krew cheers Phillies
PHILADELPHIA (AP) — The climb up the ladder positioned against a gate outside the Phillies' ballpark nearly 450 feet away from home plate comes with more than a distant view of baseball.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Chiefs wide receivers showcase speed during indoor race
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — Mecole Hardman is probably faster than 99% of players in the NFL.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Games postponed in Scotland after breaches of virus rules
The Scottish soccer season was thrown into disarray on Tuesday after upcoming games involving Celtic and Aberdeen were postponed at the request of the country's government following breaches of coronavirus rules by players.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Portugal ready for Champions League after subduing virus
LISBON, Portugal (AP) — Seen as an example for the rest of Europe, Portugal successfully controlled the coronavirus pandemic — and earned the right to host the world’s most important club soccer tournament.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Scottish season in jeopardy as player breaches virus rules
Scottish soccer was in danger of being halted by the country's government after a Celtic player breached coronavirus rules by taking a secret trip to Spain and failing to self-isolate on his return.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Phillies hit 5 homers to back Aaron Nola, beat Braves 13-8
PHILADELPHIA (AP) — Aaron Nola got enough run support that even another dismal performance by the bullpen couldn't ruin.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Orlando, Portland vie for MLS championship like no other
LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. (AP) — In a year like no other, this will be a championship like no other.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Astros' McCullers no-hit bid broken up in 7th against Giants
HOUSTON (AP) — Astros starter Lance McCullers Jr. had his no-hit bid against the San Francisco Giants broken up with one out in the seventh inning.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Offseason goals for Wild topped by goaltending improvement
The Minnesota Wild returned home from the Western Conference bubble with regret, dismay and another postseason defeat.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Laureano says Astros coach insulted mother, sparking fracas
ANAHEIM, Calif. (AP) — Oakland outfielder Ramon Laureano says Houston Astros hitting coach Álex Cintrón made a crude remark about his mother that prompted a benches-clearing incident Sunday, and Athletics manager Bob Melvin wants Cintrón punished harshly by Major League Baseball.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Stars need more scoring in series against Flames
Coach Rick Bowness is encouraged by the scoring chances the Dallas Stars had in their most recent game. Now they have to get some more of those pucks in the net.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
McCullers throws 7 scoreless, Astros beat Giants 6-4
HOUSTON (AP) — After a terrible road trip, Lance McCullers Jr. gave the Houston Astros just what they needed to get back on track Monday night.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Kathryn Nesbitt breaks ground as MLS is Back final referee
When the Portland Timbers play Orlando City in the MLS is Back tournament championship on Tuesday night, assistant referee Kathryn Nesbitt will become the first woman to work a Major League Soccer title game.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
UConn's Bueckers marches for her little brother's future
HARTFORD, Conn. (AP) — UConn freshman Paige Bueckers marched for racial justice in her home state of Minnesota after the death of George Floyd and says she plans to continue using her voice for social change now that she's at Connecticut.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Safe at home? Blue Jays end nomadic journey in Buffalo
The signage is familiar. And well, really, that's about it. But hey, it beats nothing. Or, to be more precise for the Toronto Blue Jays, it beats seeing their name on the bottom of a scoreboard in a visiting stadium for a game that is “home” in name only.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Sam Mewis signs with Manchester City ahead of WSL season
Midfielder Sam Mewis has signed with Manchester City ahead of the Women's Super League season.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Fernandes in extra time lifts Man United into Europa semis
COLOGNE, Germany (AP) — Manchester United needed an extra-time penalty from Bruno Fernandes to scrape into the Europa League semifinals after beating Copenhagen 1-0 on Monday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Preview: Trotz, Islanders face Capitals in first round
Barry Trotz famously told the then-defending champion Washington Capitals two years ago any future title runs would go through Long Island.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Pacioretty, Golden Knights to take on resurgent Blackhawks
Max Pacioretty used some weights and a stationary bike to work out in his room during his quarantine period inside the NHL bubble in Edmonton. He rejoined the Vegas Golden Knights on Friday and skated with the team the past couple of days.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Trout homers twice, helps Angels rally for 10-9 win over A's
ANAHEIM, Calif. (AP) — Mike Trout is beginning to believe there might be something to the notion of having added power after the birth of a child.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Rosario's slam helps Twins beat Brewers 4-2 to end skid
MILWAUKEE (AP) — Eddie Rosario and the Minnesota Twins needed one big hack to get back in the swing of things.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Brazil's Serie A already in doubt after infected first round
SAO PAULO (AP) — Brazil's championship didn't even complete its opening round over the weekend before its future was cast in doubt when a match was postponed after nine players from the same team tested positive for COVID-19.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Chargers' Ekeler has new role but maintains same mindset
COSTA MESA, Calif. (AP) — Austin Ekeler has a new role and different training camp this year.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
All Night Long: Lionel Richie recalls closing 1984 Olympics
EDITORS — With the Tokyo Olympics postponed for a year because of the coronavirus pandemic, The Associated Press is looking back at the history of Summer Games. Lionel Richie, then just starting his solo career, spoke to the AP recently about his performance at the closing ceremony of the 1984 …
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Padres edge light-hitting Dodgers 2-1 on Hosmer's RBI single
LOS ANGELES (AP) — The young Padres dropped two of three at home against the Dodgers recently. San Diego arrived in Los Angeles and immediately got the seven-time NL West champions' attention by stealing the series opener.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Steady WR duo Woods, Kupp adapt to change in Rams' offense
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Robert Woods spent his workdays during this bizarre NFL offseason sneaking over fences and through unlocked doors onto the fields and tracks of various Los Angeles-area high schools.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
AP source: Indians' Clevinger flew with team after violation
CLEVELAND (AP) — Mike Clevinger's free spirit may have put the Cleveland Indians at risk.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
College football coaches facing tough adversary: uncertainty
College football coaches are facing the daunting challenge of getting their players to maintain the required focus to prepare for season-openers when the prevailing question swirling around the sport is when, or if, the season will even be played because of the worldwide coronavirus pandemic.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Predators remain confident despite early postseason exit
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — The Nashville Predators are pretty confident considering their season came to its earliest end since missing the 2014 postseason when Barry Trotz was allowed to leave.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Preview: Trotz, Islanders face Capitals in first round
Barry Trotz famously told the then-defending champion Washington Capitals two years ago any future title runs would go through Long Island.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Trout homers twice, helps Angels rally to 10-9 win over A's
ANAHEIM, Calif. (AP) — Mike Trout hit two home runs, including a tiebreaking shot in the eighth inning, and the Los Angeles Angels rallied from an early five-run deficit to snap Oakland's nine-game winning streak with a 10-9 victory Monday night.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
McCullers throws 7 scoreless, Astros beat Giants 6-4
HOUSTON (AP) — After a terrible road trip, Lance McCullers Jr. gave the Houston Astros just what they needed to get back on track Monday night.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Padres edge light-hitting Dodgers 2-1 on Hosmer's RBI single
LOS ANGELES (AP) — The young Padres dropped two of three at home against the Dodgers recently. San Diego arrived in Los Angeles and immediately got the seven-time NL West champions' attention by stealing the series opener.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Astros' McCullers no-hit bid broken up in 7th against Giants
HOUSTON (AP) — Astros starter Lance McCullers Jr. had his no-hit bid against the San Francisco Giants broken up with one out in the seventh inning.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Astros' McCullers has no-hitter through 6 against Giants
HOUSTON (AP) — Houston starter Lance McCullers Jr. has not allowed a hit through six innings against the San Francisco Giants.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Rosario's slam helps Twins beat Brewers 4-2 to end skid
MILWAUKEE (AP) — Eddie Rosario and the Minnesota Twins needed one big hack to get back in the swing of things.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Laureano says Astros coach insulted mother, sparking fracas
ANAHEIM, Calif. (AP) — Oakland outfielder Ramon Laureano says Houston Astros hitting coach Álex Cintrón made a crude remark about his mother that prompted a benches-clearing incident Sunday, and Athletics manager Bob Melvin wants Cintrón punished harshly by Major League Baseball.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Phillies hit 5 homers to back Aaron Nola, beat Braves 13-8
PHILADELPHIA (AP) — Aaron Nola got enough run support that even another dismal performance by the bullpen couldn't ruin.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
AP source: Indians' Clevinger flew with team after violation
CLEVELAND (AP) — Mike Clevinger's free spirit may have put the Cleveland Indians at risk.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Stars need more scoring in series against Flames
Coach Rick Bowness is encouraged by the scoring chances the Dallas Stars had in their most recent game. Now they have to get some more of those pucks in the net.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Indians' Clevinger violates protocols, will be quarantined
CLEVELAND (AP) — Indians starter Mike Clevinger will be quarantined and undergo testing after violating COVID-19 protocols during the team's weekend trip to Chicago, the second Cleveland pitcher in two days to be disciplined for breaking team rules.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Chargers' Ekeler has new role but maintains same mindset
COSTA MESA, Calif. (AP) — Austin Ekeler has a new role and different training camp this year.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Pacioretty, Golden Knights to take on resurgent Blackhawks
Max Pacioretty used some weights and a stationary bike to work out in his room during his quarantine period inside the NHL bubble in Edmonton. He rejoined the Vegas Golden Knights on Friday and skated with the team the past couple of days.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Brazil's Serie A already in doubt after infected first round
SAO PAULO (AP) — Brazil's championship didn't even complete its opening round over the weekend before its future was cast in doubt when a match was postponed after nine players from the same team tested positive for COVID-19.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Orlando, Portland vie for MLS championship like no other
LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. (AP) — In a year like no other, this will be a championship like no other.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Offseason goals for Wild topped by goaltending improvement
The Minnesota Wild returned home from the Western Conference bubble with regret, dismay and another postseason defeat.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Saints' Kamara focused on his health and team, not contract
NEW ORLEANS (AP) — Saints running back Alvin Kamara asserts that he is focused on his health and his team — and is trying not to think about the fact that he has one season left under contract.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Steady WR duo Woods, Kupp adapt to change in Rams' offense
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Robert Woods spent his workdays during this bizarre NFL offseason sneaking over fences and through unlocked doors onto the fields and tracks of various Los Angeles-area high schools.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Edelman confident in all of Tom Brady's potential successors
BOSTON (AP) — In some ways, the chemistry between Tom Brady and Julian Edelman was as key to the Patriots' success in recent years as the X’s and O’s.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Safe at home? Blue Jays end nomadic journey in Buffalo
The signage is familiar. And well, really, that's about it. But hey, it beats nothing. Or, to be more precise for the Toronto Blue Jays, it beats seeing their name on the bottom of a scoreboard in a visiting stadium for a game that is “home” in name only.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
College football coaches facing tough adversary: uncertainty
College football coaches are facing the daunting challenge of getting their players to maintain the required focus to prepare for season-openers when the prevailing question swirling around the sport is when, or if, the season will even be played because of the worldwide coronavirus pandemic.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Fernandes in extra time lifts Man United into Europa semis
COLOGNE, Germany (AP) — Manchester United needed an extra-time penalty from Bruno Fernandes to scrape into the Europa League semifinals after beating Copenhagen 1-0 on Monday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
UConn's Bueckers marches for her little brother's future
HARTFORD, Conn. (AP) — UConn freshman Paige Bueckers marched for racial justice in her home state of Minnesota after the death of George Floyd and says she plans to continue using her voice for social change now that she's at Connecticut.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Golden surprised by tender, frustrated by free agency
Free agency has not been good to linebacker Markus Golden.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
End of the line? DeCastro, Steelers try to keep window open
PITTSBURGH (AP) — David DeCastro understands he's running out of time. So are most of the other members on what's been one of the NFL's most consistent offensive lines for the better part of a decade.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Predators remain confident despite early postseason exit
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — The Nashville Predators are pretty confident considering their season came to its earliest end since missing the 2014 postseason when Barry Trotz was allowed to leave.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
German health officials block soccer clubs' plans for fans
BERLIN (AP) — German health officials have blocked professional soccer clubs’ plans to allow fans at Bundesliga games when the new season begins in September.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Sam Mewis signs with Manchester City ahead of WSL season
Midfielder Sam Mewis has signed with Manchester City ahead of the Women's Super League season.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Panthers looking for more out of top receiver D.J. Moore
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) — The Panthers want more out of third-year receiver D.J. Moore.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
All Night Long: Lionel Richie recalls closing 1984 Olympics
EDITORS — With the Tokyo Olympics postponed for a year because of the coronavirus pandemic, The Associated Press is looking back at the history of Summer Games. Lionel Richie, then just starting his solo career, spoke to the AP recently about his performance at the closing ceremony of the 1984 …
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Chiefs star Mahomes having 2020 nobody will soon forget
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — The world is in the grips of the worst pandemic in more than a century, the country is going through the kind of social upheaval unseen in decades, and the vast majority of people would prefer 2020 just grind to an end.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Atlético says 2 players infected but squad cleared to travel
MADRID (AP) — Atlético Madrid said Monday that players Ángel Correa and Sime Vrsaljko have tested positive for the coronavirus but the rest of the squad has been cleared to make the trip to Portugal for the Champions League quarterfinals.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Dale Tallon, after 10 seasons, out as Florida Panthers' GM
The Florida Panthers will have a new general manager next season, making the announcement early Monday that Dale Tallon is leaving the franchise after 10 years.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
In Portugal, probes and attacks a routine for soccer clubs
Portugal is taking center stage for soccer during the next two weeks — a country where rivalries between clubs go well beyond the field of play.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
New Rams DT A'Shawn Robinson out with non-football injury
LOS ANGELES (AP) — New Los Angeles Rams defensive tackle A'Shawn Robinson is sidelined indefinitely with a non-football injury, coach Sean McVay says.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Maryland QB Josh Jackson opts out, along with 5 others
Maryland senior quarterback Josh Jackson has opted out of the upcoming football season, leaving the Terrapins with very little depth and experience at the pivotal position.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Strasburg's debut shaky; O's-Nats suspended by tarp issues
WASHINGTON (AP) — Stephen Strasburg's season debut was about to unravel in a five-run fifth inning Sunday, when he walked a batter and vigorously shook his right hand.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Lamet brilliant as Tatis, Padres pound Bumgarner, Dbacks 9-5
SAN DIEGO (AP) — Fernando Tatis Jr., Manny Machado and the rest of the San Diego Padres were way too much for winless Madison Bumgarner and the Arizona Diamondbacks.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Acuna hits 3 home runs in Atlanta's doubleheader sweep
PHILADELPHIA (AP) — Spencer Howard dreamed of tossing a shutout in front of friends and family in his big league debut. He settled for a few hundred cardboard cutouts in the stands and an early exit on the mound.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
LSU adds Missouri, Vanderbilt in revamped SEC schedule
Defending Southeastern Conference and national champion LSU will host Missouri and visit Vanderbilt in its expanded Southeastern Conference schedule, while Alabama will visit Mizzou and host Kentucky in league play revised by the coronavirus pandemic.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
4-base error on ball over fence helps Rangers top Angels 7-3
ARLINGTON, Texas (AP) — Los Angeles Angels right fielder Jo Adell went back on a deep fly ball in the fifth inning Sunday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
MLS navigates resuming the season in local markets
In light of Major League Baseball's trouble with its season, Major League Soccer's plan to resume play in its local markets is under scrutiny.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Warriors guard Curry pops up at PGA presser, grills winner
If you're a three-time NBA champion and two-time league MVP, you can skirt the ban on fans at the PGA Championship.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Moreland 2 HRs, walk-off shot sends Red Sox over Toronto 5-3
BOSTON (AP) — The biggest bats in the Red Sox lineup have struggled to produce this season. Mitch Moreland continues to do his part to fill in the gaps.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Indians' Plesac sent home after protocol misstep in Chicago
Zach Plesac understood the importance of players behaving in order for baseball to have its season amid a global pandemic.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Pollock, Betts launch 3-run homers, Dodgers beat Giants 6-2
LOS ANGELES (AP) — AJ Pollock and Mookie Betts each hit a three-run homer, rallying the Los Angeles Dodgers past the San Francisco Giants 6-2 on Sunday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Atlético says 2 group members test positive for coronavirus
MADRID (AP) — Two members of Atlético Madrid's group set to travel to Portugal for the Champions League quarterfinals tested positive for the coronavirus on Sunday — the first pandemic-related setback among clubs participating in the final stage of Europe's top club competition.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Brewers rally to beat Reds 9-3 for 1st home win
MILWAUKEE (AP) — Christian Yelich and Milwaukee’s slumping hitters finally busted out, enabling the Brewers to earn their first home victory of the year.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Indians' Plesac sent home after protocol misstep in Chicago
Zach Plesac understood the importance of players behaving in order for baseball to have its season amid a global pandemic.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Warriors guard Curry pops up at PGA presser, grills winner
If you're a three-time NBA champion and two-time league MVP, you can skirt the ban on fans at the PGA Championship.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Brewers rally to beat Reds 9-3 for 1st home win
MILWAUKEE (AP) — Christian Yelich and Milwaukee’s slumping hitters finally busted out, enabling the Brewers to earn their first home victory of the year.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Acuna hits 3 home runs in Atlanta's doubleheader sweep
PHILADELPHIA (AP) — Spencer Howard dreamed of tossing a shutout in front of friends and family in his big league debut. He settled for a few hundred cardboard cutouts in the stands and an early exit on the mound.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
AP source: Indians' Plesac sent home after protocol misstep
Zach Plesac understood the importance of players behaving in order for baseball to have its season amid a global pandemic.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Pollock, Betts launch 3-run homers, Dodgers beat Giants 6-2
LOS ANGELES (AP) — AJ Pollock and Mookie Betts each hit a three-run homer, rallying the Los Angeles Dodgers past the San Francisco Giants 6-2 on Sunday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Lamet brilliant as Tatis, Padres pound Bumgarner, Dbacks 9-5
SAN DIEGO (AP) — Fernando Tatis Jr., Manny Machado and the rest of the San Diego Padres were way too much for winless Madison Bumgarner and the Arizona Diamondbacks.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
4-base error on ball over fence helps Rangers top Angels 7-3
ARLINGTON, Texas (AP) — Los Angeles Angels right fielder Jo Adell went back on a deep fly ball in the fifth inning Sunday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
MLS navigates resuming the season in local markets
In light of Major League Baseball's trouble with its season, Major League Soccer's plan to resume play in its local markets is under scrutiny.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Strasburg's debut shaky; O's-Nats suspended by tarp issues
WASHINGTON (AP) — Stephen Strasburg's season debut was about to unravel in a five-run fifth inning Sunday, when he walked a batter and vigorously shook his right hand.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Brewers rally to beat Reds 9-3 for first home win
MILWAUKEE (AP) — Milwaukee’s slumping hitters finally busted out and enabled the Brewers to earn their first home victory of the year.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Strasburg hit hard in debut; O's-Nats suspended after rain
WASHINGTON (AP) — Stephen Strasburg’s 2020 debut for the Nationals unraveled in a five-run fifth inning Sunday, when the World Series MVP allowed six consecutive batters to reach base before being lifted, and Washington’s game against the Baltimore Orioles was suspended in the top of the sixth after the grounds …
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Moreland 2 HRs, walk-off shot sends Red Sox over Toronto 5-3
BOSTON (AP) — The biggest bats in the Red Sox lineup have struggled to produce this season. Mitch Moreland continues to do his part to fill in the gaps.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
New Rams DT A'Shawn Robinson out with non-football injury
LOS ANGELES (AP) — New Los Angeles Rams defensive tackle A'Shawn Robinson is sidelined indefinitely with a non-football injury, coach Sean McVay says.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Acuna homers to lead Braves past Phillies 5-2 in first of 2
PHILADELPHIA (AP) — Ronald Acuna Jr. hit a two-run homer to put the Atlanta Braves ahead for good in a 5-2 win over the Philadelphia Phillies in the first game of a doubleheader on Sunday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Atlético says 2 group members test positive for coronavirus
MADRID (AP) — Two members of Atlético Madrid's group set to travel to Portugal for the Champions League quarterfinals tested positive for the coronavirus on Sunday — the first pandemic-related setback among clubs participating in the final stage of Europe's top club competition.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Washington activates linebacker Reuben Foster off PUP list
The Washington Football Team activated linebacker Reuben Foster off the physically unable to perform list Sunday ahead of the start of the first on-field training camp workouts.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Man United's Solskjaer faces old teammate in Europa League
DÜSSELDORF, Germany (AP) — The Europa League will set up a reunion for Manchester United manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer as he takes on an old friend in the quarterfinals.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Slater homers twice as Giants down Kershaw, Dodgers 5-4
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Austin Slater and the San Francisco Giants were able to do something they haven't done often, which is turn the tables on Clayton Kershaw.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Maryland QB Josh Jackson opts out, along with 5 others
Maryland senior quarterback Josh Jackson has opted out of the upcoming football season, leaving the Terrapins with very little depth and experience at the pivotal position.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Retirement on hold: Chan Gailey back at work for Dolphins
MIAMI (AP) — Living a life of golf and grandkids, Chan Gailey was three years into a pretty typical retirement when it took a twist.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
LSU adds Missouri, Vanderbilt in revamped SEC schedule
Defending Southeastern Conference and national champion LSU will host Missouri and visit Vanderbilt in its expanded Southeastern Conference schedule, while Alabama will visit Mizzou and host Kentucky in league play revised by the coronavirus pandemic.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Virus precautions, uncertainty mark opening of Ohio St camp
COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) — Ohio State opened preseason training camp Thursday with strict coronavirus protocols in place and under a cloud of uncertainty about whether the revised 10-game season will even be played at all.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Top players push Coyotes into next playoff round
The Arizona Coyotes needed their top players to be at their best to have a chance of advancing in the postseason for the first time in eight years.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Blackmon stays hot, Rockies pitch 1-hitter, top Mariners 5-0
SEATTLE (AP) — Even Charlie Blackmon staying hot at the plate was upstaged on this night by a foursome of Colorado Rockies pitchers, led by the debut of rookie Ryan Castellani.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Soler's 2 homers helps to power Royals to 9-6 win over Twins
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — One of these days, Royals manager Mike Matheny hopes to see Jorge Soler smile when he trots around the bases.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
MLS to resume regular season following Florida tournament
Buoyed by the MLS is Back tournament and confident of its coronavirus protocols, Major League Soccer will resume its regular season with teams playing in their home cities.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Clemson's Swinney: "Awesome" to return to field amid virus
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — Clemson coach Dabo Swinney couldn't hide the wide grin as he talked at last about watching the Tigers workout on the field.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
5 Blue Jays pitchers combine on 4-hitter, beat Red Sox 2-1
BOSTON (AP) — Five Toronto pitchers combined on a four-hitter and Lourdes Gurriel Jr. scored the tiebreaking run in the eighth inning on a groundout, lifting the Blue Jays over the Boston Red Sox 2-1 on Saturday night.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Arrieta tosses 6 scoreless in Phillies' 5-0 win over Braves
PHILADELPHIA (AP) — Jake Arrieta pitched like the healthy ace the Phillies needed for three years. He could help Philadelphia make some noise in the National League playoff push -- to the delight of a cluster of fans with horns, drums and chants from outside the park that produced a …
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Marté, Vogt homer to carry Diamondbacks over Padres 3-2
SAN DIEGO (AP) — Starling Marté and Stephen Vogt homered off Chris Paddack in the sixth inning, and the Arizona Diamondbacks beat the San Diego Padres 3-2 on Saturday night.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Tigers hit 4 homers in 1st inning, drill Pirates 11-5
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Maybe the Detroit Tigers should get four unexpected days off more often. Or maybe they should just face a pitching staff in tatters.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Puncher's chance: Fighting is up during unique NHL playoffs
The Toronto Maple Leafs' season was hanging by a thread from one of Jason Spezza's gloves when he dropped them to the ice to fight Dean Kukan.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Browns' star receiver Landry activated from injury list
CLEVELAND (AP) — Browns wide receiver Jarvis Landry was activated from the physically unable to perform list, clearing the way for him to practice in training camp following offseason hip surgery.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Notre Dame opens ACC play against Duke, won't play Navy
Notre Dame opens its season as an Atlantic Coast Conference football member against visiting Duke on Sept. 12 and won’t face Navy for the first time in more than nine decades as part of the ACC’s reconfigured schedule due to the coronavirus pandemic.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Marté, Vogt homer to carry Diamondbacks over Padres 3-2
SAN DIEGO (AP) — Starling Marté and Stephen Vogt homered off Chris Paddack in the sixth inning, and the Arizona Diamondbacks beat the San Diego Padres 3-2 on Saturday night.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Blackmon stays hot, Rockies pitch 1-hitter, top Mariners 5-0
SEATTLE (AP) — Even Charlie Blackmon staying hot at the plate was upstaged on this night by a foursome of Colorado Rockies pitchers, led by the debut of rookie Ryan Castellani.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Slater homers twice as Giants down Kershaw, Dodgers 5-4
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Austin Slater and the San Francisco Giants were able to do something they haven't done often, which is turn the tables on Clayton Kershaw.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Soler's 2 homers helps to power Royals to 9-6 win over Twins
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — One of these days, Royals manager Mike Matheny hopes to see Jorge Soler smile when he trots around the bases.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
5 Blue Jays pitchers combine on 4-hitter, beat Red Sox 2-1
BOSTON (AP) — Five Toronto pitchers combined on a four-hitter and Lourdes Gurriel Jr. scored the tiebreaking run in the eighth inning on a groundout, lifting the Blue Jays over the Boston Red Sox 2-1 on Saturday night.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Arrieta tosses 6 scoreless in Phillies' 5-0 win over Braves
PHILADELPHIA (AP) — Jake Arrieta pitched like the healthy ace the Phillies needed for three years. He could help Philadelphia make some noise in the National League playoff push -- to the delight of a cluster of fans with horns, drums and chants from outside the park that produced a …
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Tigers hit 4 homers in 1st inning, drill Pirates 11-5
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Maybe the Detroit Tigers should get four unexpected days off more often. Or maybe they should just face a pitching staff in tatters.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Browns' star receiver Landry activated from injury list
CLEVELAND (AP) — Browns wide receiver Jarvis Landry was activated from the physically unable to perform list, clearing the way for him to practice in training camp following offseason hip surgery.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Puncher's chance: Fighting is up during unique NHL playoffs
The Toronto Maple Leafs' season was hanging by a thread from one of Jason Spezza's gloves when he dropped them to the ice to fight Dean Kukan.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Top players push Coyotes into next playoff round
The Arizona Coyotes needed their top players to be at their best to have a chance of advancing in the postseason for the first time in eight years.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Retirement on hold: Chan Gailey back at work for Dolphins
MIAMI (AP) — Living a life of golf and grandkids, Chan Gailey was three years into a pretty typical retirement when it took a twist.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
MLS to resume regular season following Florida tournament
Buoyed by the MLS is Back tournament and confident of its coronavirus protocols, Major League Soccer will resume its regular season with teams playing in their home cities.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Cease, White Sox blank Indians 2-0
CHICAGO (AP) — Dylan Cease got into trouble over and over again. He also escaped each time.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Homer happy: Dodgers pummel Samardzija, Giants 7-2
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Mookie Betts homered for the first time at Dodger Stadium, and Max Muncy, Will Smith and Edwin Ríos went deep to help Los Angeles defeat the San Francisco Giants 7-2 on Friday night.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Washington releases RB Guice after domestic violence arrest
The Washington Football Team released running back Derrius Guice on Friday after he was charged in multiple domestic violence incidents.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Murphy drives in 4, Rockies keep rolling, beat M's 8-4
SEATTLE (AP) — Daniel Murphy had a key two-run single and later hit a two-run home run, Garrett Hampson and Charlie Blackmon added solo shots, and the Colorado Rockies won for the sixth time in seven games, beating the Seattle Mariners 8-4 on Friday night.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Indians hitting coach Van Burkleo opts out due to COVID-19
CHICAGO (AP) — Cleveland Indians hitting coach Ty Van Burkleo has opted out of the 2020 season due to concerns about contracting the coronavirus.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Maryland QB Josh Jackson opts out, along with 5 others
Maryland senior quarterback Josh Jackson has opted out of the upcoming football season, leaving the Terrapins with very little depth and experience at the pivotal position.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Padres beat Dbacks 3-0 behind Davies, three solo homers
SAN DIEGO (AP) — Zach Davies retired the first 13 Arizona batters, Fernando Tatis Jr. hit a leadoff homer and rookies Jake Cronenworth and Edward Olivares also went deep to give the San Diego Padres a 3-0 win against the Diamondbacks on Friday night.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Even Davis gets 2 hits as O's total 19 in 11-0 win at Nats
WASHINGTON (AP) — Even Chris Davis got in on the act for the suddenly slugging Orioles, doubling his season total by collecting two of Baltimore’s 19 hits and raising his average from .087 to .143 in an 11-0 victory over the Washington Nationals on Friday night.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Wright direction: Standout senior guard returns to Colorado
McKinley Wright IV will be back for season No. 4 with the Colorado Buffaloes.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
LSU adds Missouri, Vanderbilt in revamped SEC schedule
Defending Southeastern Conference and national champion LSU will host Missouri and visit Vanderbilt in its expanded Southeastern Conference schedule, while Alabama will visit Mizzou and host Kentucky in league play revised by the coronavirus pandemic.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Virus precautions, uncertainty mark opening of Ohio St camp
COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) — Ohio State opened preseason training camp Thursday with strict coronavirus protocols in place and under a cloud of uncertainty about whether the revised 10-game season will even be played at all.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Ryan McBroom's homer lifts Royals to 3-2 win over Twins
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — The Royals won the World Series five years ago with a bullpen that rarely squandered the slimmest of leads.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Ga. Tech begins most unusual season with 2-a-day practices
ATLANTA (AP) — For Georgia Tech, this most unusual of seasons — assuming there is a season — began with two-a-day practices.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
NFL medical boss: New COVID-19 protocols to verify positives
The NFL's chief medical officer says the league is establishing a new two-step protocol for players and coaches who have no known history of the COVID-19 infection and receive a positive test.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Clemson's Swinney: "Awesome" to return to field amid virus
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — Clemson coach Dabo Swinney couldn't hide the wide grin as he talked at last about watching the Tigers workout on the field.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
White Sox slugger Eloy Jiménez wants to stay in left
CHICAGO (AP) — Eloy Jiménez has no interest in the designated hitter job with the Chicago White Sox. Doesn't want to hear anything about a late-inning defensive replacement, either.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Ex-Angels employee charged in overdose death of Tyler Skaggs
ANAHEIM, Calif. (AP) — A former Los Angeles Angels employee has been charged with conspiracy to distribute fentanyl in connection with last year's
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
UConn becomes 1st FBS program to cancel football over virus
HARTFORD, Conn. (AP) — UConn canceled its 2020-2021 football season Wednesday, becoming the first FBS program to do so because of the coronavirus pandemic, after other schools had taken the Huskies off their schedules and the governor was reluctant to allow players to travel to states with high infection rates.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Chargers' Tyrod Taylor maintains same mentality as starter
COSTA MESA, Calif. (AP) — Tyrod Taylor understands why many may compare his opportunity with the Los Angeles Chargers to the one he had in Cleveland two years ago. But the veteran quarterback sees many differences.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Brazil soccer's Serie A begins as COVID-19 deaths at 100,000
SAO PAULO (AP) — Brazil's main national soccer championship begins on Saturday after a three-month delay on the same day the South American nation is expected to reach the grim milestone of 100,000 deaths from COVID-19.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Notre Dame opens ACC play against Duke, won't play Navy
Notre Dame opens its season as an Atlantic Coast Conference football member against visiting Duke on Sept. 12 and won’t face Navy for the first time in more than nine decades as part of the ACC’s reconfigured schedule due to the coronavirus pandemic.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Homer happy: Dodgers pummel Samardzija, Giants 7-2
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Mookie Betts homered for the first time at Dodger Stadium, and Max Muncy, Will Smith and Edwin Ríos went deep to help Los Angeles defeat the San Francisco Giants 7-2 on Friday night.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Murphy drives in 4, Rockies keep rolling, beat M's 8-4
SEATTLE (AP) — Daniel Murphy had a key two-run single and later hit a two-run home run, Garrett Hampson and Charlie Blackmon added solo shots, and the Colorado Rockies won for the sixth time in seven games, beating the Seattle Mariners 8-4 on Friday night.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Padres beat Dbacks 3-0 behind Davies, three solo homers
SAN DIEGO (AP) — Zach Davies retired the first 13 Arizona batters, Fernando Tatis Jr. hit a leadoff homer and rookies Jake Cronenworth and Edward Olivares also went deep to give the San Diego Padres a 3-0 win against the Diamondbacks on Friday night.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO
Ryan McBroom's homer lifts Royals to 3-2 win over Twins
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — The Royals won the World Series five years ago with a bullpen that rarely squandered the slimmest of leads.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Cease, White Sox blank Indians 2-0
CHICAGO (AP) — Dylan Cease got into trouble over and over again. He also escaped each time.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Even Davis gets 2 hits as O's total 19 in 11-0 win at Nats
WASHINGTON (AP) — Even Chris Davis got in on the act for the suddenly slugging Orioles, doubling his season total by collecting two of Baltimore’s 19 hits and raising his average from .087 to .143 in an 11-0 victory over the Washington Nationals on Friday night.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
White Sox slugger Eloy Jiménez wants to stay in left
CHICAGO (AP) — Eloy Jiménez has no interest in the designated hitter job with the Chicago White Sox. Doesn't want to hear anything about a late-inning defensive replacement, either.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Brazil soccer's Serie A begins as COVID-19 deaths at 100,000
SAO PAULO (AP) — Brazil's main national soccer championship begins on Saturday after a three-month delay on the same day the South American nation is expected to reach the grim milestone of 100,000 deaths from COVID-19.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Washington releases RB Guice after domestic violence arrest
The Washington Football Team released running back Derrius Guice on Friday after he was charged in multiple domestic violence incidents.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Chargers' Tyrod Taylor maintains same mentality as starter
COSTA MESA, Calif. (AP) — Tyrod Taylor understands why many may compare his opportunity with the Los Angeles Chargers to the one he had in Cleveland two years ago. But the veteran quarterback sees many differences.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
NFL medical boss: New COVID-19 protocols to verify positives
The NFL's chief medical officer says the league is establishing a new two-step protocol for players and coaches who have no known history of the COVID-19 infection and receive a positive test.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
LSU adds Missouri, Vanderbilt in revamped SEC schedule
Defending Southeastern Conference and national champion LSU will host Missouri and visit Vanderbilt in its expanded Southeastern Conference schedule, while Alabama will visit Mizzou and host Kentucky in league play revised by the coronavirus pandemic.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Packers' pass-rushing Smiths eager to expand their games
Social distancing protocols will prevent Green Bay Packers outside linebackers Preston Smith and Za’Darius Smith from having the side-by-side joint locker-room interviews that followed so many of their games last season.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Indians hitting coach Van Burkleo opts out due to COVID-19
CHICAGO (AP) — Cleveland Indians hitting coach Ty Van Burkleo has opted out of the 2020 season due to concerns about contracting the coronavirus.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Newton embracing new challenge, fresh start with Patriots
Cam Newton is the first to admit he’s still getting used to his new life as a member of the New England Patriots.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Ex-Angels employee charged in overdose death of Tyler Skaggs
ANAHEIM, Calif. (AP) — A former Los Angeles Angels employee has been charged with conspiracy to distribute fentanyl in connection with last year's
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
So far in MLB, West is best at avoiding COVID-19 disruption
PHOENIX (AP) — It was a rarity at the time and provided a very 2020-style photo op: Oakland's masked first baseman Matt Olson chatting with Los Angeles Angels star Mike Trout, who was also masked as he prepared to run the bases.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Face time: Browns' Stefanski visited QB Mayfield in February
CLEVELAND (AP) — Looking back, Browns rookie coach Kevin Stefanski is thankful he took a trip to Texas in February and visited Baker Mayfield.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
World Series MVP Stephen Strasburg to make 2020 debut Sunday
WASHINGTON (AP) — World Series MVP Stephen Strasburg is scheduled to make his season debut for the Washington Nationals on Sunday against the Baltimore Orioles after being sidelined by a nerve problem in his pitching hand.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Maryland QB Josh Jackson opts out, along with 5 others
Maryland senior quarterback Josh Jackson has opted out of the upcoming football season, leaving the Terrapins with very little depth and experience at the pivotal position.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Day turns up heat in warmer-than-expected Round 1 of PGA
Bad backs, creaky knees, hardly any applause and one guy who even snapped his driver in two — there was still plenty to complain about as golf’s first major of the COVID-19 era finally got underway. But at least the weatherman got off scot-free.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Marlins' 6-1 start is reminiscent of the 1899 Perfectos
Miami Marlins manager Don Mattingly was talking about this week’s doubleheader sweep at Baltimore that involved a parade of relievers, including several newcomers rescued from unemployment, and after naming three of them he drew a blank.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Braves' Markakis hits walkoff HR after opting into season
ATLANTA (AP) — Nick Markakis promised before Thursday night's game that hitting was “the least of my worries” in his first start of the season.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Packers' Wagner savors chance to play for home-state team
Green Bay Packers offensive tackle Rick Wagner says the decision to sign with his home-state team was easy.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Ohtani homers, Bundy brilliant as Angels top Mariners 6-1
SEATTLE (AP) — Shut down from stepping on the mound, Shohei Ohtani needed one at-bat to show he's still a threat in the batter's box.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Gophers WR Bateman skips season amid virus worries, goes pro
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — Minnesota star wide receiver Rashod Bateman will pass on a 2020 college football season that has been complicated — and threatened — by the pandemic.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Wright direction: Standout senior guard returns to Colorado
McKinley Wright IV will be back for season No. 4 with the Colorado Buffaloes.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Dbacks beat Astros 5-4 on Calhoun's double in ninth
PHOENIX (AP) — Kole Calhoun lined a two-run double in the ninth inning and the Arizona Diamondbacks rallied to beat the Houston Astros 5-4 Thursday night to win their first series of the season.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Virus precautions, uncertainty mark opening of Ohio St camp
COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) — Ohio State opened preseason training camp Thursday with strict coronavirus protocols in place and under a cloud of uncertainty about whether the revised 10-game season will even be played at all.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Olympic skater Alvarez achieves another goal: his MLB debut
Miami Marlins manager Don Mattingly knew about Eddy Alvarez’s background as an Olympic medalist in speedskating, and also knew that didn’t necessarily mean he could hit a slider.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Ga. Tech begins most unusual season with 2-a-day practices
ATLANTA (AP) — For Georgia Tech, this most unusual of seasons — assuming there is a season — began with two-a-day practices.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Clemson's Swinney: "Awesome" to return to field amid virus
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — Clemson coach Dabo Swinney couldn't hide the wide grin as he talked at last about watching the Tigers workout on the field.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Apparent roster snafu changes Blue Jays pitching plans
ATLANTA (AP) — An apparent roster snafu forced the Toronto Blue Jays to change their pitching plans for Thursday night’s game at the Atlanta Braves.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
J.T. Realmuto's 3-run homer helps Phillies beat Yankees 5-4
PHILADELPHIA (AP) — Hector Neris didn't back down with the game on the line and Aaron Judge at the plate.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Marlins beat Orioles 8-7 to complete stunning 4-game sweep
BALTIMORE (AP) — In early March, Don Mattingly figured the rebuild of the Miami Marlins just might begin to show results this season.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
UConn becomes 1st FBS program to cancel football over virus
HARTFORD, Conn. (AP) — UConn canceled its 2020-2021 football season Wednesday, becoming the first FBS program to do so because of the coronavirus pandemic, after other schools had taken the Huskies off their schedules and the governor was reluctant to allow players to travel to states with high infection rates.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Pirates rally past Twins 6-5 to end 7-game losing streak
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Derek Shelton has said all the right things during the Pittsburgh Pirates' bumpy start, one marred by injuries that have ravaged the pitching staff and an offense that entered Thursday as the worst in the National League.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Notre Dame opens ACC play against Duke, won't play Navy
Notre Dame opens its season as an Atlantic Coast Conference football member against visiting Duke on Sept. 12 and won’t face Navy for the first time in more than nine decades as part of the ACC’s reconfigured schedule due to the coronavirus pandemic.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Dbacks beat Astros 5-4 on Calhoun's double in ninth
PHOENIX (AP) — Kole Calhoun lined a two-run double in the ninth inning and the Arizona Diamondbacks rallied to beat the Houston Astros 5-4 Thursday night to win their first series of the season.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Marlins beat Orioles 8-7 to complete stunning 4-game sweep
BALTIMORE (AP) — In early March, Don Mattingly figured the rebuild of the Miami Marlins just might begin to show results this season.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Braves' Markakis hits walkoff HR after opting into season
ATLANTA (AP) — Nick Markakis promised before Thursday night's game that hitting was “the least of my worries” in his first start of the season.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
J.T. Realmuto's 3-run homer helps Phillies beat Yankees 5-4
PHILADELPHIA (AP) — Hector Neris didn't back down with the game on the line and Aaron Judge at the plate.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Apparent roster snafu changes Blue Jays pitching plans
ATLANTA (AP) — An apparent roster snafu forced the Toronto Blue Jays to change their pitching plans for Thursday night’s game at the Atlanta Braves.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Clemson's Swinney: "Awesome" to return to field amid virus
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — Clemson coach Dabo Swinney couldn't hide the wide grin as he talked at last about watching the Tigers workout on the field.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Ohtani homers, Bundy brilliant as Angels top Mariners 6-1
SEATTLE (AP) — Shut down from stepping on the mound, Shohei Ohtani needed one at-bat to show he's still a threat in the batter's box.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Olympic skater Alvarez achieves another goal: his MLB debut
Miami Marlins manager Don Mattingly knew about Eddy Alvarez’s background as an Olympic medalist in speedskating, and also knew that didn’t necessarily mean he could hit a slider.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
While Steelers remain united, Tomlin warily eyes 2020
PITTSBURGH (AP) — The Pittsburgh Steelers are united heading into the 2020 season. Yet even with every member of his team opting to play this fall, that doesn't mean Mike Tomlin is certain his club — or the NFL at large — will be able to navigate without any complications …
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Packers' Wagner savors chance to play for home-state team
Green Bay Packers offensive tackle Rick Wagner says the decision to sign with his home-state team was easy.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Sevilla and Wolves win to reach Europa League quarterfinals
DUISBURG, Germany (AP) — Sevilla beat Roma 2-0 in the round of 16 on Thursday to stay in the hunt for a record sixth Europa League title, as Wolverhampton, Bayer Leverkusen and Basel also qualified for the quarterfinals.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Pirates rally past Twins 6-5 to end 7-game losing streak
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Derek Shelton has said all the right things during the Pittsburgh Pirates' bumpy start, one marred by injuries that have ravaged the pitching staff and an offense that entered Thursday as the worst in the National League.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Brady learning new playbook, excited to get started in Tampa
TAMPA, Fla. (AP) — Tom Brady isn’t content with making the Tampa Bay Buccaneers relevant again. The six-time Super Bowl champion is hungry to win another title.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Virus precautions, uncertainty mark opening of Ohio St camp
COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) — Ohio State opened preseason training camp Thursday with strict coronavirus protocols in place and under a cloud of uncertainty about whether the revised 10-game season will even be played at all.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Jones facing new challenges in 2nd year with new O, no Eli
Daniel Jones is facing a much different challenge in his second season with the New York Giants.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
McCaffrey: I should be No. 1 pick in Fantasy Football drafts
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) — Christian McCaffrey has left no doubt as to who he thinks should be the No. 1 pick in this year’s fantasy football drafts.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Grubauer, Francouz make strong cases to start in net for Avs
Jared Bednar intends to ride the hot goaltender throughout the playoffs.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Sevilla, Bayer Leverkusen reach Europa League quarterfinals
DUISBURG, Germany (AP) — Sevilla beat Roma 2-0 in the round of 16 on Thursday to stay in the hunt for a record sixth Europa League title, as Bayer Leverkusen also qualified for the quarterfinals.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Notre Dame opens ACC play against Duke, won't play Navy
Notre Dame opens its season as an Atlantic Coast Conference football member against visiting Duke on Sept. 12 and won’t face Navy for the first time in more than nine decades as part of the ACC’s reconfigured schedule due to the coronavirus pandemic.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Calhoun's inside-the-park HR sparks D-backs past Astros 14-7
PHOENIX (AP) — Kole Calhoun hit his first career inside-the-park homer with the help of a crazy bounce, David Peralta had four RBIs and the Arizona Diamondbacks used a nine-run burst in the fourth inning to beat the Houston Astros 14-7 on Wednesday night.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Tauchman’s RBI double helps Yanks earn DH split vs Phils
PHILADELPHIA (AP) — Once Aaron Nola left the game, the New York Yankees took advantage.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Houser strong, Brewers stop White Sox 6-game win streak, 1-0
CHICAGO (AP) — Dallas Keuchel saw the potential in Adrian Houser when the two were coming up with the Houston Astros. Outings like this were just what he envisioned.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Joe Judge: No shirking responsibility in coronavirus fight
Joe Judge is doing more than teach football to the New York Giants in his first training camp as the coach of a franchise that has fallen on hard times.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Gophers WR Bateman skips season amid virus worries, goes pro
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — Minnesota star wide receiver Rashod Bateman will pass on a 2020 college football season that has been complicated — and threatened — by the pandemic.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
COVID-19 quarantine lapses often start at the top Down Under
BRISBANE, Australia (AP) — From a renowned rugby league coach eating lunch at an Italian restaurant in Sydney to an Aussie rules great playing tennis with Australia’s Fed Cup captain across the country in Perth, high-profile sporting identities have been running afoul of COVID-19 quarantine restrictions Down Under.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Dobnak shines in homecoming, Twins top reeling Pirates 5-2
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Randy Dobnak grew up in the Pittsburgh suburbs making regular pilgrimages to PNC Park. When he walked over the Roberto Clemente Bridge for the first time as a professional, the former undrafted prospect turned starting pitcher for the red-hot Minnesota Twins took a moment to drink it …
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Wright direction: Standout senior guard returns to Colorado
McKinley Wright IV will be back for season No. 4 with the Colorado Buffaloes.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Seager hits 200th HR, Mariners outlast Trout, Angels 7-6
SEATTLE (AP) — Scorching slugger Kyle Seager hit a three-run homer, rookie Kyle Lewis stayed hot with an RBI single, and the Seattle Mariners overcame two home runs by Mike Trout to beat the Los Angeles Angels 7-6 on Wednesday night.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Ryu, 'pen team on 3-hitter, Blue Jays beat depleted Braves
ATLANTA (AP) — Hyun-Jin Ryu combined with four relievers on a three-hitter and the Toronto Blue Jays beat the shorthanded Atlanta Braves 2-1 on Wednesday night.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Ga. Tech begins most unusual season with 2-a-day practices
ATLANTA (AP) — For Georgia Tech, this most unusual of seasons — assuming there is a season — began with two-a-day practices.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Scherzer exits; Porcello gets 150th win, Mets top Soto, Nats
WASHINGTON (AP) — Max Scherzer is the type who is going to try to play if he possibly can, even on a tweaked right hamstring that prevents him from driving his lower body into his pitches.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Surprising first-place Marlins stay hot, sweep Orioles
BALTIMORE (AP) — Don Mattingly feels like he's been working all summer, even though his Miami Marlins have played only six games.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
UConn becomes 1st FBS program to cancel football over virus
HARTFORD, Conn. (AP) — UConn canceled its 2020-2021 football season Wednesday, becoming the first FBS program to do so because of the coronavirus pandemic, after other schools had taken the Huskies off their schedules and the governor was reluctant to allow players to travel to states with high infection rates.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
MLB tightening virus protocols, including masks in dugouts
NEW YORK (AP) — Major League Baseball is cracking down on coronavirus safety protocols, mandating that players and staff wear face coverings at all times, including in the dugouts and bullpens, except for players on the field of play.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Chargers' Lynn: Taylor is going to get chance to start at QB
COSTA MESA, Calif. (AP) — Anthony Lynn is trying his best to quiet any doubts that Tyrod Taylor will be the Los Angeles Chargers quarterback to start the season.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Fan-free playoff hockey still proving plenty intense
Staging games in empty arenas after a virus-forced hiatus of more than four months, the NHL skated into this unprecedented postseason with plenty of questions about just how intense the action on the ice would be.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Pederson homers twice to lead Dodgers over Padres, 7-6
SAN DIEGO (AP) — Joc Pederson’s second home run of the game sailed an estimated 435 feet through two palm trees just beyond the center field fence at Petco Park, and the Los Angeles Dodgers held off the San Diego Padres 7-6 Wednesday night to take two of three in …
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Mercado's daring, Clevinger's start leads Indians past Reds
CLEVELAND (AP) — Óscar Mercado's gamble paid off for the pitching-rich, hitting-poor Indians.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Angels' Ohtani wants to keep pitching despite arm troubles
SEATTLE (AP) — Shohei Ohtani still wants to be a two-way player for the Los Angeles Angels despite having another season cut short on the mound due to arm troubles.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
COVID-19 quarantine lapses often start at the top Down Under
BRISBANE, Australia (AP) — From a renowned rugby league coach eating lunch at an Italian restaurant in Sydney to an Aussie rules great playing tennis with Australia’s Fed Cup captain across the country in Perth, high-profile sporting identities have been running afoul of COVID-19 quarantine restrictions Down Under.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Calhoun's inside-the-park HR sparks D-backs past Astros 14-7
PHOENIX (AP) — Kole Calhoun hit his first career inside-the-park homer with the help of a crazy bounce, David Peralta had four RBIs and the Arizona Diamondbacks used a nine-run burst in the fourth inning to beat the Houston Astros 14-7 on Wednesday night.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Pederson homers twice to lead Dodgers over Padres, 7-6
SAN DIEGO (AP) — Joc Pederson’s second home run of the game sailed an estimated 435 feet through two palm trees just beyond the center field fence at Petco Park, and the Los Angeles Dodgers held off the San Diego Padres 7-6 Wednesday night to take two of three in …
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
MLB tightening virus protocols, including masks in dugouts
NEW YORK (AP) — Major League Baseball is cracking down on coronavirus safety protocols, mandating that players and staff wear face coverings at all times, including in the dugouts and bullpens, except for players on the field of play.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Seager hits 200th HR, Mariners outlast Trout, Angels 7-6
SEATTLE (AP) — Scorching slugger Kyle Seager hit a three-run homer, rookie Kyle Lewis stayed hot with an RBI single, and the Seattle Mariners overcame two home runs by Mike Trout to beat the Los Angeles Angels 7-6 on Wednesday night.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Mercado's daring, Clevinger's start leads Indians past Reds
CLEVELAND (AP) — Óscar Mercado's gamble paid off for the pitching-rich, hitting-poor Indians.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Houser strong, Brewers stop White Sox 6-game win streak, 1-0
CHICAGO (AP) — Dallas Keuchel saw the potential in Adrian Houser when the two were coming up with the Houston Astros. Outings like this were just what he envisioned.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Ryu, 'pen team on 3-hitter, Blue Jays beat depleted Braves
ATLANTA (AP) — Hyun-Jin Ryu combined with four relievers on a three-hitter and the Toronto Blue Jays beat the shorthanded Atlanta Braves 2-1 on Wednesday night.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Surprising first-place Marlins stay hot, sweep Orioles
BALTIMORE (AP) — Don Mattingly feels like he's been working all summer, even though his Miami Marlins have played only six games.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Dobnak shines in homecoming, Twins top reeling Pirates 5-2
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Randy Dobnak grew up in the Pittsburgh suburbs making regular pilgrimages to PNC Park. When he walked over the Roberto Clemente Bridge for the first time as a professional, the former undrafted prospect turned starting pitcher for the red-hot Minnesota Twins took a moment to drink it …
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Tauchman’s RBI double helps Yanks earn DH split vs Phils
PHILADELPHIA (AP) — Once Aaron Nola left the game, the New York Yankees took advantage.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Clevinger's solid start leads Indians to 2-0 win over Reds
CLEVELAND (AP) — Mike Clevinger didn't have his best stuff but did enough to pitch into the sixth inning and lead Cleveland to a 2-0 win over the Cincinnati Reds on Wednesday night as the Indians wait for manager Terry Francona's return.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Ryu, 'pen team on 2-hitter, Blue Jays beat depleted Braves
ATLANTA (AP) — Hyun-Jin Ryu combined with four relievers on a two-hitter and the Toronto Blue Jays beat the shorthanded Atlanta Braves 2-1 on Wednesday night.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Angels' Ohtani wants to keep pitching despite arm troubles
SEATTLE (AP) — Shohei Ohtani still wants to be a two-way player for the Los Angeles Angels despite having another season cut short on the mound due to arm troubles.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Scherzer exits; Porcello gets 150th win, Mets top Soto, Nats
WASHINGTON (AP) — Max Scherzer is the type who is going to try to play if he possibly can, even on a tweaked right hamstring that prevents him from driving his lower body into his pitches.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Fan-free playoff hockey still proving plenty intense
Staging games in empty arenas after a virus-forced hiatus of more than four months, the NHL skated into this unprecedented postseason with plenty of questions about just how intense the action on the ice would be.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Marlins win again, blank Orioles 1-0 in doubleheader opener
BALTIMORE (AP) — Brian Anderson hit a fourth-inning homer off Alex Cobb and the Miami Marlins won their second straight since returning from a coronavirus-prompted layoff, beating the Baltimore Orioles 1-0 Wednesday in the opener of a doubleheader.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Chargers' Lynn: Taylor is going to get chance to start at QB
COSTA MESA, Calif. (AP) — Anthony Lynn is trying his best to quiet any doubts that Tyrod Taylor will be the Los Angeles Chargers quarterback to start the season.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Wright direction: Standout senior guard returns to Colorado
McKinley Wright IV will be back for season No. 4 with the Colorado Buffaloes.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Visiting Phils beat Yankees 11-7 at home to open twin bill
PHILADELPHIA (AP) — Playing a road game in their home ballpark, the Philadelphia Phillies came out swinging against the powerful New York Yankees.
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Rivers moving into whole new world after joining Colts
INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — Philip Rivers walked into a whole new world at training camp this year.
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Joe Judge: No shirking responsibility in coronavirus fight
Joe Judge is doing more than teach football to the New York Giants in his first training camp as the coach of a franchise that has fallen on hard times.
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Man Utd, Inter Milan reach quarters as Europa League returns
GELSENKIRCHEN, Germany (AP) — Manchester United and Inter Milan booked their places in the Europa League quarterfinals Wednesday as continental soccer returned in empty stadiums amid the coronavirus pandemic.
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Cardinals return to St. Louis, get in workout ahead of games
The St. Louis Cardinals returned to the field for light workouts Wednesday, nearly a week after an outbreak of COVID-19 forced the club and its staff members to quarantine in Milwaukee and set the rest of their season into upheaval.
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Francona still not managing Indians due to medical condition
CLEVELAND (AP) — Indians manager Terry Francona remains absent from the team to get rest while dealing with a gastrointestinal issue that he's battled for months.
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Payton: Saints expanding on NFL pandemic protocols
NEW ORLEANS (AP) — Saints coach Sean Payton says the club’s decision to occupy four floors of a hotel during training camp is simply an effort to cut down on the sheer number of people going their separate ways each day during a pandemic.
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Ga. Tech begins most unusual season with 2-a-day practices
ATLANTA (AP) — For Georgia Tech, this most unusual of seasons — assuming there is a season — began with two-a-day practices.
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Chiefs eye Breeland suspension with confidence in young CBs
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — The Chiefs hope to know soon whether cornerback Bashaud Breeland will be suspended to start the season.
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Ravens WR Marquise Brown sporting larger frame, more speed
Marquise Brown put up some respectable numbers as a rookie last year with the Baltimore Ravens, leading the team's wide receivers in receptions and touchdowns as the primary downfield target for NFL MVP Lamar Jackson.
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NFLPA president, Browns C Tretter wants daily COVID testing
CLEVELAND (AP) — One union took precedence when Browns center JC Tretter considered whether to play in 2020 — his growing family.
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Dolphins believe Howard, Breida represent upgrade at RB
MIAMI (AP) — With two new running backs, the Miami Dolphins’ ground game will look a lot different in 2020, and that's good.
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Creavalle makes a statement with Black Lives Matter design
Those Black Lives Matter T-shirts that have featured so prominently throughout the MLS is Back tournament were designed by one of the league's players, Philadelphia Union midfielder Warren Creavalle.
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UConn becomes 1st FBS program to cancel football over virus
HARTFORD, Conn. (AP) — UConn canceled its 2020-2021 football season Wednesday, becoming the first FBS program to do so because of the coronavirus pandemic, after other schools had taken the Huskies off their schedules and the governor was reluctant to allow players to travel to states with high infection rates.
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Mrazek, Reimer help Hurricanes advance with play in net
Petr Mrazek got the Carolina Hurricanes off to a strong start in net for the NHL’s return to play, only to see James Reimer turn in an even better performance when it was his turn.
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Altuve, Correa homer, Astros tag Bumgarner, Diamondbacks 8-2
PHOENIX (AP) — José Altuve and Carlos Correa hit solo homers, George Springer added a two-run double and the Houston Astros roughed up Madison Bumgarner in an 8-2 victory over the Arizona Diamondbacks on Tuesday night.
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Gophers WR Bateman skips season amid virus worries, goes pro
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — Minnesota star wide receiver Rashod Bateman will pass on a 2020 college football season that has been complicated — and threatened — by the pandemic.
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Miami Marlins resume season and win with 18 new players
MIAMI (AP) — Scrambling for replacements following a coronavirus outbreak, the Miami Marlins added a Moran, a Morin, two pitchers named Josh Smith and a former Olympic medalist in speedskating.
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Márquez strikes out 9, Rockies beat Giants 5-2
DENVER (AP) — Germán Márquez struck out nine in efficiently throwing into the eighth inning and benefited from an overturned home-run call as the rolling Colorado Rockies beat the San Francisco Giants 5-2 on Tuesday night.
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AP sources: MLB plans 28-man rosters through postseason
NEW YORK (AP) — Major League Baseball and the players' union plan to maintain 28-man rosters through the end of the postseason amid continued challenges posed by the coronavirus pandemic, two people familiar with the matter said.
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Triumphant return for retooled Marlins, who beat Orioles 4-0
BALTIMORE (AP) — Finally back on the baseball diamond after enduring eight days of virus testing, hotel room service and lengthy bus rides, the Miami Marlins scratched out a victory worth savoring.
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Indians manager Francona undergoing tests, return unknown
CLEVELAND (AP) — Indians manager Terry Francona continues to undergo medical tests for a gastrointestinal issue, and there remains no clear timetable for when he'll return to the team.
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Riley's 3-run homer helps Fried, Braves beat Blue Jays 10-1
ATLANTA (AP) — Max Fried boosted Atlanta's depleted rotation by allowing only one run in six innings, Austin Riley hit a three-run homer and the Braves beat the Toronto Blue Jays 10-1 on Tuesday night.
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Abreu, White Sox edge Brewers 3-2 for 6th straight victory
MILWAUKEE (AP) — These don’t appear to be the same old Chicago White Sox that have stumbled through seven consecutive losing seasons.
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Maddon: Shohei Ohtani won't pitch again for Angels this year
Shohei Ohtani won't pitch again this season for the Los Angeles Angels after straining his right forearm in his second start, manager Joe Maddon says.
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Angels' Trout calls for daily virus tests, homers in return
Mike Trout remains skeptical about the wisdom of completing the full baseball season amid the coronavirus outbreak, and the Los Angeles Angels' three-time AL MVP would like to see the addition of daily testing to the sport's safety measures.
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Kendrick homers, Soto dances, Nats beat Mets 5-3 in return
WASHINGTON (AP) — Star slugger
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Piscotty hits A's 2nd walkoff slam this year, beats Rangers
OAKLAND, Calif. (AP) — Walkoff grand slams are becoming such old hat for the Oakland Athletics this season that they have learned to celebrate in a more socially distant manner.
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Pollock homers, May strikes out 8 as Dodgers beat Padres 5-2
SAN DIEGO (AP) — AJ Pollock hit a pinch, go-ahead double in the seventh inning and added a solo homer, and Dustin May struck out a career-high eight to help the Los Angeles Dodgers beat the San Diego Padres 5-2 on Tuesday night.
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Emerging young stars stand out at MLS tournament
Philadelphia Union midfielder Brenden Aaronson has played so well in his brief MLS career that he's now fodder for the European soccer rumor mill.
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Pollock homers, May strikes out 8 as Dodgers beat Padres 5-2
SAN DIEGO (AP) — AJ Pollock hit a pinch, go-ahead double in the seventh inning and added a solo homer, and Dustin May struck out a career-high eight to help the Los Angeles Dodgers beat the San Diego Padres 5-2 on Tuesday night.
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Altuve, Correa homer, Astros tag Bumgarner, Diamondbacks 8-2
PHOENIX (AP) — José Altuve and Carlos Correa hit solo homers, George Springer added a two-run double and the Houston Astros roughed up Madison Bumgarner in an 8-2 victory over the Arizona Diamondbacks on Tuesday night.
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Pollock homers, May strikes out 8 as Ddgers beat Padres 5-2
SAN DIEGO (AP) — AJ Pollock hit a pinch, go-ahead double in the seventh inning and added a solo homer, and Dustin May struck out a career-high eight to help the Los Angeles Dodgers beat the San Diego Padres 5-2 on Tuesday night.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Abreu, White Sox edge Brewers 3-2 for 6th straight victory
MILWAUKEE (AP) — These don’t appear to be the same old Chicago White Sox that have stumbled through seven consecutive losing seasons.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Piscotty hits A's 2nd walkoff slam this year, beats Rangers
OAKLAND, Calif. (AP) — Walkoff grand slams are becoming such old hat for the Oakland Athletics this season that they have learned to celebrate in a more socially distant manner.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Miami Marlins resume season and win with 18 new players
MIAMI (AP) — Scrambling for replacements following a coronavirus outbreak, the Miami Marlins added a Moran, a Morin, two pitchers named Josh Smith and a former Olympic medalist in speedskating.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Márquez strikes out 9, Rockies beat Giants 5-2
DENVER (AP) — Germán Márquez struck out nine in efficiently throwing into the eighth inning and benefited from an overturned home-run call as the rolling Colorado Rockies beat the San Francisco Giants 5-2 on Tuesday night.
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Kendrick homers, Soto dances, Nats beat Mets 5-3 in return
WASHINGTON (AP) — Star slugger
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Giolito, White Sox edge Brewers 3-2 for 6th straight victory
MILWAUKEE (AP) —
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Triumphant return for retooled Marlins, who beat Orioles 4-0
BALTIMORE (AP) — Finally back on the baseball diamond after enduring eight days of virus testing, hotel room service and lengthy bus rides, the Miami Marlins scratched out a victory worth savoring.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Angels' Trout calls for daily virus tests, homers in return
Mike Trout remains skeptical about the wisdom of completing the full baseball season amid the coronavirus outbreak, and the Los Angeles Angels' three-time AL MVP would like to see the addition of daily testing to the sport's safety measures.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Riley's 3-run homer helps Fried, Braves beat Blue Jays 10-1
ATLANTA (AP) — Max Fried boosted Atlanta's depleted rotation by allowing only one run in six innings, Austin Riley hit a three-run homer and the Braves beat the Toronto Blue Jays 10-1 on Tuesday night.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
AP sources: MLB plans 28-man rosters through postseason
NEW YORK (AP) — Major League Baseball and the players' union plan to maintain 28-man rosters through the end of the postseason amid continued challenges posed by the coronavirus pandemic, two people familiar with the matter said.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Mike Trout calls for daily virus testing in return to Angels
Mike Trout remains skeptical about the wisdom of completing the full baseball season amid the coronavirus outbreak, and the Los Angeles Angels' three-time AL MVP would like to see the addition of daily testing to the sport's safety measures.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Virus-stricken Marlins resume season with 18 new players
MIAMI (AP) — Scrambling for replacements following a coronavirus outbreak, the Miami Marlins added a Moran, a Morin, two pitchers named Josh Smith and a former Olympic medalist in speedskating.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Maddon: Shohei Ohtani won't pitch again for Angels this year
Shohei Ohtani won't pitch again this season for the Los Angeles Angels after straining his right forearm in his second start, manager Joe Maddon says.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Emerging young stars stand out at MLS tournament
Philadelphia Union midfielder Brenden Aaronson has played so well in his brief MLS career that he's now fodder for the European soccer rumor mill.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Buccaneers rookie Wirfs prepares to do part to help Brady
TAMPA, Fla. (AP) — Tristan Wirfs knows he has a critical role to play in helping Tom Brady transform the Tampa Bay Buccaneers into winners. The rookie is undaunted by the challenge of preparing for the task without the benefit of a normal preseason.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
CB Jalen Ramsey confident in contract, new role with Rams
LOS ANGELES (AP) — When Jalen Ramsey's agent finalizes the Pro Bowl cornerback's new contract with the Los Angeles Rams, Ramsey insists it will be news to him.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Browns pleased with "engaged" Beckham so far in camp
CLEVELAND (AP) — While there's no guarantee Odell Beckham Jr. will stay quiet, the Cleveland Browns are confident their outspoken star receiver won't be bolting from training camp.
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Chiefs' fortunate offseason helps with COVID-19 opt outs
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — Kelechi Osemele was at a birthday party with his girlfriend in a park not long ago when his phone rang, and the two-time Pro Bowl offensive lineman ducked away from the noise to find out who was on the other end.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Indians manager Francona undergoing tests, return unknown
CLEVELAND (AP) — Indians manager Terry Francona continues to undergo medical tests for a gastrointestinal issue, and there remains no clear timetable for when he'll return to the team.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Juan Soto reinstated from COVID IL, but not in Nats' lineup
WASHINGTON (AP) — Left fielder Juan Soto was reinstated by the Washington Nationals from the COVID-19 injured list Tuesday after missing the team’s first seven games of the season.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Mid-career move: Hopkins ready for new start in Arizona
Quarterback Kyler Murray is the young star who hopes he's at the beginning of a long and successful run with the Arizona Cardinals. Veteran receiver Larry Fitzgerald is winding down one of the NFL's great offensive careers.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Elbow room: Roethlisberger confident in return from surgery
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Ben Roethlisberger is pretty sure there isn't a technical term for what doctors did to his shredded right elbow last fall.
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With Cam gone, Bridgewater says Panthers feel like his team
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) — Cam Newton is no longer with the Carolina Panthers.
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Jaguars QB Minshew returns from brief, 'brutal' quarantine
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. (AP) — Quarterback Gardner Minshew was ready for Jacksonville’s “first day of school.”
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Gophers WR Bateman skips season amid virus worries, goes pro
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — Minnesota star wide receiver Rashod Bateman will pass on a 2020 college football season that has been complicated — and threatened — by the pandemic.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Gophers star Bateman skips season amid virus worry, goes pro
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — Minnesota wide receiver Rashod Bateman announced Tuesday he has opted out of the 2020 season amid concerns about the coronavirus and will forgo his remaining two years of eligibility to enter the 2021 NFL draft.
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Done for the year: Braves ace Soroka felled by torn Achilles
ATLANTA (AP) — When Mike Soroka's teammates heard him scream, they feared the worst.
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Iker Casillas officially announces end of his playing days
MADRID (AP) — Former Spain and Real Madrid goalkeeper Iker Casillas officially announced the end of his playing days on Tuesday, more than a year after his last match.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Carroll gets look at Adams on field as Seahawks move ahead
RENTON, Wash. (AP) — Pete Carroll finally had the chance to see new safety Jamal Adams on the field in a Seattle Seahawks uniform Monday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Cubs slugger Bryant returns following stomach ailment
CHICAGO (AP) — Chicago Cubs star Kris Bryant is following through on his own words when it comes to the coronavirus pandemic.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Packers QB Rodgers savoring moments, not dwelling on future
Packers quarterback Aaron Rodgers doesn’t want to speculate just how much longer he might remain in Green Bay now that the team has drafted his potential successor.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Cronenworth, Paddack help Padres beat Dodgers 5-4
SAN DIEGO (AP) — Even with no fans in the stands, rookie Jake Cronenworth got a sense of the San Diego Padres' rivalry with the Los Angeles Dodgers.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Bryant homers, Mills shines as surging Cubs beat Royals 2-0
CHICAGO (AP) — Kris Bryant homered in his return to the lineup and Alec Mills pitched seven effective innings, helping the Chicago Cubs beat the Kansas City Royals 2-0 on Monday night for their fourth consecutive win.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Marlins' Jeter blames outbreak on 'false sense of security'
MIAMI (AP) — Miami Marlins CEO Derek Jeter says his players let up and paid a price.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
A's use big 5th inning to cruise past Mariners 11-1
SEATTLE (AP) — Ramón Laureano and Chad Pinder had two-run singles during Oakland’s big fifth inning, and the Athletics thumped the Seattle Mariners 11-1 on Monday night.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Cruz's walk-off single lifts Twins past Pirates 5-4
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — Nelson Cruz's RBI single in the bottom of the ninth inning gave the Minnesota Twins a 5-4 victory Monday night over the Pittsburgh Pirates for their fourth straight win, setting off an amusing socially distant celebration tailored for the COVID-19 era.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Braves ace Mike Soroka out for year with torn Achilles
ATLANTA (AP) — The two-time defending NL East champion Atlanta Braves took a huge blow when young pitching star Mike Soroka was lost for the season Monday night after tearing his right Achilles tendon against the New York Mets.
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Rangers in an 0-2 hole as Carolina looks for series sweep
The Rangers’ playoff hopes could be over quickly.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Angels' Shohei Ohtani strains arm, won't throw for 4-6 weeks
ANAHEIM, Calif. (AP) — Shohei Ohtani has a right forearm strain that will prevent the Los Angeles Angels' two-way star from throwing for at least four to six weeks, possibly ending his season as a pitcher after just two starts.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Bosa says extension came together faster than he expected
COSTA MESA, Calif. (AP) — Joey Bosa isn't known for displaying much emotion on or off the field but becoming the NFL's highest-paid defensive player has slightly taken him aback.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Brutal night: Soroka out for season, Mets beat Braves 7-2
ATLANTA (AP) — Jacob deGrom's typically strong performance was overshadowed by a devastating injury to another of baseball's top pitchers.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Rockies beat Giants 7-6, match best start in team history
DENVER (AP) — The NL West-leading Colorado Rockies are off to a sizzling start with their top slugger in a slump.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
SEC contenders must navigate 10 games versus league foes
MONTGOMERY, Ala. (AP) —
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A's use big 5th inning to cruise past Mariners 11-1
SEATTLE (AP) — Ramón Laureano and Chad Pinder had two-run singles during Oakland’s big fifth inning, and the Athletics thumped the Seattle Mariners 11-1 on Monday night.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Cronenworth, Paddack help Padres beat Dodgers 5-4
SAN DIEGO (AP) — Even with no fans in the stands, rookie Jake Cronenworth got a sense of the San Diego Padres' rivalry with the Los Angeles Dodgers.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Cruz's walk-off single lifts Twins past Pirates 5-4
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — Nelson Cruz's RBI single in the bottom of the ninth inning gave the Minnesota Twins a 5-4 victory Monday night over the Pittsburgh Pirates for their fourth straight win, setting off an amusing socially distant celebration tailored for the COVID-19 era.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Rockies beat Giants 7-6, match best start in team history
DENVER (AP) — The NL West-leading Colorado Rockies are off to a sizzling start with their top slugger in a slump.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Cruz's walk-off double lifts Twins past Pirates 5-4
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — Nelson Cruz's RBI double in the bottom of the ninth inning gave the Minnesota Twins a 5-4 victory Monday night over the Pittsburgh Pirates for their fourth straight win.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Bryant homers, Mills shines as surging Cubs beat Royals 2-0
CHICAGO (AP) — Kris Bryant homered in his return to the lineup and Alec Mills pitched seven effective innings, helping the Chicago Cubs beat the Kansas City Royals 2-0 on Monday night for their fourth consecutive win.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Brutal night: Soroka out for season, Mets beat Braves 7-2
ATLANTA (AP) — Jacob deGrom's typically strong performance was overshadowed by a devastating injury to another of baseball's top pitchers.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Braves ace Mike Soroka out for year with torn Achilles
ATLANTA (AP) — The two-time defending NL East champion Atlanta Braves took a huge blow when young pitching star Mike Soroka was lost for the season Monday night after tearing his right Achilles tendon against the New York Mets.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Brutal night: Injuries overshadow Mets' 7-2 win over Braves
ATLANTA (AP) — Jacob deGrom struck out a season-high 10 in six innings and the New York Mets snapped a five-game skid Monday night with a 7-2 victory over the Atlanta Braves, who sustained a potentially huge blow when ace Mike Soroka was helped off the field with right leg …
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Braves ace Mike Soroka leaves game with injured right leg
ATLANTA (AP) — Atlanta Braves ace Mike Soroka had to be helped off the field in the third inning against the New York Mets after tumbling to the infield grass with an injured right leg Monday night.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Packers QB Rodgers savoring moments, not dwelling on future
Packers quarterback Aaron Rodgers doesn’t want to speculate just how much longer he might remain in Green Bay now that the team has drafted his potential successor.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Angels' Shohei Ohtani strains arm, won't throw for 4-6 weeks
ANAHEIM, Calif. (AP) — Shohei Ohtani has a right forearm strain that will prevent the Los Angeles Angels' two-way star from throwing for at least four to six weeks, possibly ending his season as a pitcher after just two starts.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Bosa says extension came together faster than he expected
COSTA MESA, Calif. (AP) — Joey Bosa isn't known for displaying much emotion on or off the field but becoming the NFL's highest-paid defensive player has slightly taken him aback.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Carroll gets look at Adams on field as Seahawks move ahead
RENTON, Wash. (AP) — Pete Carroll finally had the chance to see new safety Jamal Adams on the field in a Seattle Seahawks uniform Monday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Rangers in an 0-2 hole as Carolina looks for series sweep
The Rangers’ playoff hopes could be over quickly.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Cubs slugger Bryant returns following stomach ailment
CHICAGO (AP) — Chicago Cubs star Kris Bryant is following through on his own words when it comes to the coronavirus pandemic.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Suspended 2nd-tier game in Spain ordered to be played
MADRID (AP) — In the latest twist in the never-ending saga that is the Spanish second division, the country’s soccer federation on Monday ruled the suspended match between Deportivo La Coruña and Fuenlabrada has to be played this week.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Colts Leonard continues to use perceived snubs as motivation
INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — Darius Leonard finds motivation in every snub.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
OBJ taking part in Browns camp following COVID-19 concerns
CLEVELAND (AP) — Browns star wide receiver Odell Beckham has fully participated in the early stages of training camp after expressing reservations whether the NFL should forge ahead and have a season with the coronavirus still spreading.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
AP Source: LA Angels recalling top OF prospect Jo Adell
ANAHEIM, Calif. (AP) — Top prospect Jo Adell is joining the Los Angeles Angels, a person with knowledge of the decision tells The Associated Press.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Marlins' Jeter blames outbreak on 'false sense of security'
MIAMI (AP) — Miami Marlins CEO Derek Jeter says his players let up and paid a price.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Indians manager Francona to miss 2-game series in Cincinnati
CLEVELAND (AP) — Cleveland Indians manager Terry Francona will miss at least the club's next two games because of a gastrointestinal issue that has bothered him for months.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Gurley celebrates 26th birthday as Falcons' new lead back
FLOWERY BRANCH, Ga. (AP) — Todd Gurley had good reason to celebrate.
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Indians manager Francona not with team in Cincinnati
CLEVELAND (AP) — Cleveland Indians manager Terry Francona will not be with the club for its series opener Monday night in Cincinnati as he deals with a gastrointestinal issue.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Europa League restarts, bringing back continental soccer
DÜSSELDORF, Germany (AP) — It's been five months since the last games, but European continental club soccer is finally back. The Europa League restarts on Wednesday with the round of 16.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Brewers' Pat Murphy 'resting comfortably' after heart attack
MILWAUKEE (AP) — Milwaukee Brewers bench coach Pat Murphy suffered a heart attack during a Saturday team workout at Miller Park, but team officials said he was resting comfortably and should be out of the hospital later this week.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Challenging road has QB eager to back up Titans' Tannehill
Logan Woodside is used to being written off as a quarterback, starting when he was forced to transfer to a different Kentucky high school to start and then being benched twice in college at Toledo.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Panthers DT Short anxious for return despite COVID-19
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) — Panthers two-time Pro Bowler Kawann Short thought about opting out, but the 6-foot-3, 315-pound defensive tackle simply couldn’t bear the thought of missing another football season.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Astros outlast Angels 6-5 in 11; Ohtani has arm discomfort
ANAHEIM, Calif. (AP) — The Houston Astros didn't even need to lift their bats from their shoulders to chase Shohei Ohtani from another wild performance in the second inning.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Marqise Lee, Matt LaCosse bring Pats list of opt outs to 8
BOSTON (AP) — The number of New England Patriots who have decided to sit out the season because of concerns over the coronavirus continues to grow.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Senzatela sharp over 6 innings, Rockies hold off Padres 9-6
DENVER (AP) — Antonio Senzatela pitched six innings of one-run ball, designated hitter Matt Kemp homered for a second straight game and the Colorado Rockies held off the San Diego Padres for a 9-6 win on Sunday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Madrigal's first 4 big league hits help White Sox top KC 9-2
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — Nick Madrigal was starting to lose sleep after two frustrating games without his first big league hit.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Garver, Twins lean on pen for 2-hitter to top Indians 3-1
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — Mitch Garver hit his first home run of the season and the Minnesota Twins used their bullpen to string together a two-hitter in a 3-1 victory over the Cleveland Indians on Sunday afternoon, taking the four-game series from their primary division competitor.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Marlins end isolation in Philly and leave for Baltimore
MIAMI (AP) — The nightmarish first stop of the season for the Miami Marlins finally ended Sunday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
SEC contenders must navigate 10 games versus league foes
MONTGOMERY, Ala. (AP) —
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Kershaw sharp in return, Bellinger HR, Dodgers blank D-backs
PHOENIX (AP) — Clayton Kershaw was stringing together dominant, scoreless innings. Cody Bellinger ripped a first-inning homer into the bullpen.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Challenging road has QB eager to back up Titans' Tannehill
Logan Woodside is used to being written off as a quarterback, starting when he was forced to transfer to a different Kentucky high school to start and then being benched twice in college at Toledo.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Brewers' Pat Murphy 'resting comfortably' after heart attack
MILWAUKEE (AP) — Milwaukee Brewers bench coach Pat Murphy suffered a heart attack during a Saturday team workout at Miller Park, but team officials said he was resting comfortably and should be out of the hospital later this week.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Astros outlast Angels 6-5 in 11; Ohtani has arm discomfort
ANAHEIM, Calif. (AP) — The Houston Astros didn't even need to lift their bats from their shoulders to chase Shohei Ohtani from another wild performance in the second inning.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Bregman's 11th-inning RBI sends Astros past Angels, 6-5
ANAHEIM, Calif. (AP) — Alex Bregman hit an RBI single in the 11th inning, and the Houston Astros rallied for a 6-5 victory over the Los Angeles Angels on Sunday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Marqise Lee, Matt LaCosse bring Pats list of opt outs to 8
BOSTON (AP) — The number of New England Patriots who have decided to sit out the season because of concerns over the coronavirus continues to grow.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Kershaw sharp in return, Bellinger HR, Dodgers blank D-backs
PHOENIX (AP) — Clayton Kershaw was stringing together dominant, scoreless innings. Cody Bellinger ripped a first-inning homer into the bullpen.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Panthers DT Short anxious for return despite COVID-19
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) — Panthers two-time Pro Bowler Kawann Short thought about opting out, but the 6-foot-3, 315-pound defensive tackle simply couldn’t bear the thought of missing another football season.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Senzatela sharp over 6 innings, Rockies hold off Padres 9-6
DENVER (AP) — Antonio Senzatela pitched six innings of one-run ball, designated hitter Matt Kemp homered for a second straight game and the Colorado Rockies held off the San Diego Padres for a 9-6 win on Sunday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Marlins end isolation in Philly and leave for Baltimore
MIAMI (AP) — The nightmarish first stop of the season for the Miami Marlins finally ended Sunday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Madrigal's first 4 big league hits help White Sox top KC 9-2
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — Nick Madrigal was starting to lose sleep after two frustrating games without his first big league hit.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Garver, Twins lean on pen for 2-hitter to top Indians 3-1
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — Mitch Garver hit his first home run of the season and the Minnesota Twins used their bullpen to string together a two-hitter in a 3-1 victory over the Cleveland Indians on Sunday afternoon, taking the four-game series from their primary division competitor.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Genoa secures safety on last day of longest Serie A season
ROME (AP) — Genoa secured safety on the final day of the longest-ever Serie A season, while Lecce dropped down to the second division on Sunday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Orioles beat Rays 5-1 for first series sweep since 2018
BALTIMORE (AP) — Hanser Alberto doubled in the tiebreaking run in the seventh inning, Renato Núñez and Pat Valaika homered, and the Baltimore Orioles beat Tampa Bay Rays 5-1 Sunday to complete a three-game sweep.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Packers remain confident in receiving group without Funchess
Green Bay general manager Brian Gutekunst says Devin Funchess’ decision to opt out for this season isn’t necessarily causing the Packers to get more aggressive in seeking help at the wide receiver position.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Browns place Landry on injury list, receiver on schedule
CLEVELAND (AP) — Cleveland Browns star wide receiver Jarvis Landry has been placed on the active/physically unable to perform list following offseason hip surgery.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
AP Source: Marlins get 2nd straight day of no positive tests
MIAMI (AP) — For the second day in a row, the Miami Marlins had no positive tests among their players and staff still in Philadelphia, according to a person familiar with the situation.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Rox reliever Oberg out with blood clots in arm, Davis hurt
DENVER (AP) — The Colorado Rockies may be without reliever Scott Oberg for the rest of the season after he developed blood clots in his right arm for a third time in his career.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Athletics use late rally for 3-2 victory over Mariners
SEATTLE (AP) — Pinch-hitter Robbie Grossman lined an RBI double to score Tony Kemp in the top of the 10th inning, and the Oakland Athletics rallied for a 3-2 win over the Seattle Mariners on Saturday night.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Plenty of penalties helped Immobile match scoring record
ROME (AP) — Helped by a rule change that led to more penalty kicks, Ciro Immobile matched the record for goals in a Serie A season with 36.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Gio Gonzalez helps pitch White Sox to 11-5 rout of Royals
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — Gio Gonzalez made his first start for the hot-hitting Chicago White Sox more than 16 years after they drafted him, and the veteran responded by holding the Kansas City Royals scoreless into the fourth inning of an 11-5 rout Saturday night.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Chargers' Joey Bosa signs $135 million contract extension
COSTA MESA, Calif. (AP) — Joey Bosa has become the NFL’s highest-paid defensive player after signing a five-year contract extension with the Los Angeles Chargers on Saturday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Angels rally twice, snap 3-game skid, beat Astros 5-4 in 10
ANAHEIM, Calif. (AP) — Hansel Robles gave up a go-ahead homer to George Springer with two outs in the ninth, and the Los Angeles Angels looked crushed. Their leaky bullpen had blown another late lead and put them on course for another discouraging loss.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Cubs' Ross non-committal when asked about Kimbrel as closer
CHICAGO (AP) — Chicago Cubs manager David Ross is working out how he plans to handle save situations while struggling closer Craig Kimbrel tries to fix his mechanics.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Chatwood fans 11, Cubs hit 3 homers to beat Pirates 4-3
CHICAGO (AP) — Tyler Chatwood matched a career high with 11 strikeouts in another terrific performance, and the Chicago Cubs used the long ball to beat the Pittsburgh Pirates 4-3 on Saturday night.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Acuña breaks out with first HR, 2 RBI as Braves top Mets 7-1
ATLANTA (AP) — Ronald Acuña Jr. shook off a slow start by driving in two runs with two hits, including his first homer, and the Atlanta Braves beat Michael Wacha and the New York Mets 7-1 on Saturday night for their fourth straight win.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Freeland throws 6 innings of 2-hit ball, Rox beat Padres 6-1
DENVER (AP) — Kyle Freeland pitched six innings of two-hit ball and was backed by the superb defense of Trevor Story and Nolan Arenado as the Colorado Rockies beat the San Diego Padres 6-1 on Saturday night.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Bellinger sits, Dodgers still roll to 11-2 win over D-backs
PHOENIX (AP) — Reigning National League MVP Cody Bellinger had a leisurely night at the ballpark, lounging and cheering in the socially distanced stands with a few teammates after manager Dave Roberts decided the young star could use a game off because of an early-season slump.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Orioles extend Rays' skid to 4 with 5-4 win in 11 innings
BALTIMORE (AP) — Pinch-hitter Pat Valaika singled in the winning run in the 11th inning, and the Baltimore Orioles beat Tampa Bay 5-4 Saturday night to extend the Rays' losing streak to four games.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Brewers OF Cain opts out of 2020 season; series called off
Milwaukee Brewers outfielder Lorenzo Cain has decided not to play the remainder of the 2020 season.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
SEC contenders must navigate 10 games versus league foes
MONTGOMERY, Ala. (AP) —
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Athletics use late rally for 3-2 victory over Mariners
SEATTLE (AP) — Pinch-hitter Robbie Grossman lined an RBI double to score Tony Kemp in the top of the 10th inning, and the Oakland Athletics rallied for a 3-2 win over the Seattle Mariners on Saturday night.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Chatwood fans 11, Cubs hit 3 homers to beat Pirates 4-3
CHICAGO (AP) — Tyler Chatwood matched a career high with 11 strikeouts in another terrific performance, and the Chicago Cubs used the long ball to beat the Pittsburgh Pirates 4-3 on Saturday night.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Orioles extend Rays' skid to 4 with 5-4 win in 11 innings
BALTIMORE (AP) — Pinch-hitter Pat Valaika singled in the winning run in the 11th inning, and the Baltimore Orioles beat Tampa Bay 5-4 Saturday night to extend the Rays' losing streak to four games.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Angels rally twice, snap 3-game skid, beat Astros 5-4 in 10
ANAHEIM, Calif. (AP) — Hansel Robles gave up a go-ahead homer to George Springer with two outs in the ninth, and the Los Angeles Angels looked crushed. Their leaky bullpen had blown another late lead and put them on course for another discouraging loss.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Freeland throws 6 innings of 2-hit ball, Rox beat Padres 6-1
DENVER (AP) — Kyle Freeland pitched six innings of two-hit ball and was backed by the superb defense of Trevor Story and Nolan Arenado as the Colorado Rockies beat the San Diego Padres 6-1 on Saturday night.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Bellinger sits, Dodgers still roll to 11-2 win over D-backs
PHOENIX (AP) — Reigning National League MVP Cody Bellinger had a leisurely night at the ballpark, lounging and cheering in the socially distanced stands with a few teammates after manager Dave Roberts decided the young star could use a game off because of an early-season slump.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Gio Gonzalez helps pitch White Sox to 11-5 rout of Royals
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — Gio Gonzalez made his first start for the hot-hitting Chicago White Sox more than 16 years after they drafted him, and the veteran responded by holding the Kansas City Royals scoreless into the fourth inning of an 11-5 rout Saturday night.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Acuña breaks out with first HR, 2 RBI as Braves top Mets 7-1
ATLANTA (AP) — Ronald Acuña Jr. shook off a slow start by driving in two runs with two hits, including his first homer, and the Atlanta Braves beat Michael Wacha and the New York Mets 7-1 on Saturday night for their fourth straight win.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Brewers OF Cain opts out of 2020 season; series called off
Milwaukee Brewers outfielder Lorenzo Cain has decided not to play the remainder of the 2020 season.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Chargers' Joey Bosa signs $135 million contract extension
COSTA MESA, Calif. (AP) — Joey Bosa has become the NFL’s highest-paid defensive player after signing a five-year contract extension with the Los Angeles Chargers on Saturday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Cubs' Ross non-committal when asked about Kimbrel as closer
CHICAGO (AP) — Chicago Cubs manager David Ross is working out how he plans to handle save situations while struggling closer Craig Kimbrel tries to fix his mechanics.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Detroit QB Stafford goes on reserve/COVID-19 list
DETROIT (AP) — One of the NFL's standout quarterbacks is now on the reserve/COVID-19 list.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Plenty of penalties helped Immobile match scoring record
ROME (AP) — Helped by a rule change that led to more penalty kicks, Ciro Immobile matched the record for goals in a Serie A season with 36.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Browns tight end Njoku not seeking trade, commits to team
CLEVELAND (AP) — David Njoku has done an end around with the Browns.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Dolphins QB Fitzpatrick says he and Tua have hit it off
MIAMI (AP) — Ryan Fitzpatrick says he has talked with rookie Tua Tagovailoa about the most anticipated handoff in years for the Miami Dolphins.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Brewers outfielder Lorenzo Cain opts out of 2020 season
Milwaukee Brewers outfielder Lorenzo Cain has decided not to play the remainder of the 2020 season.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
SEC contenders must navigate 10 games versus league foes
MONTGOMERY, Ala. (AP) —
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Brees will stand for anthem, but respects those who kneel
NEW ORLEANS (AP) — Saints quarterback Drew Brees says he'll remain standing for “The Star Spangled Banner,” but professed respect and support for those who protest racism and social injustice by kneeling during the national anthem.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
No new positives for Marlins, Phils; 2B Isan Diaz opts out
The Miami Marlins received no new positive results in their latest round of coronavirus testing, a person familiar with the situation said Saturday, but second baseman Isan Diaz opted out of the season.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
No new positive tests for Marlins; 2B Isan Diaz opts out
MIAMI (AP) — The Miami Marlins received no new positive results in their latest round of coronavirus testing, a person familiar with the situation said Saturday, but second baseman Isan Diaz decided to opt out of the season.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Walker's double in 8th lifts Diamondbacks over Dodgers 5-3
PHOENIX (AP) — Christian Walker hit a three-run double in the eighth inning and the Arizona Diamondbacks broke out of their offensive funk to rally past the Los Angeles Dodgers 5-3 Friday night.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Santander hits unique HR, has 3 RBIs as Orioles top Rays 6-3
BALTIMORE (AP) — Anthony Santander hit an odd home run off Blake Snell and had three RBIs to help the Baltimore Orioles beat the Tampa Bay Rays 6-3 Friday night.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Marlins get LHP Bleier from Orioles for player to be named
BALTIMORE (AP) — The Miami Marlins acquired left-handed reliever Richard Bleier from the Baltimore Orioles for a player to be named.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Judge HR, Montgomery sharp, Yanks top Red Sox in home opener
NEW YORK (AP) — His chambers left empty, Aaron Judge still rules right field at Yankee Stadium.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Braves rally on d'Arnaud's 3-run double, beat Mets 11-10
ATLANTA (AP) — Former Mets catcher Travis d'Arnaud drove in five runs, including three with a bases-loaded double that capped a five-run eighth, and the Atlanta Braves rallied from a six-run deficit for a wild 11-10 win over New York on Friday night.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Taijuan Walker overpowering as Mariners beat Athletics 5-3
SEATTLE (AP) — After seeing most of the last two seasons wiped out by Tommy John surgery, Taijuan Walker was more than ready to experience the feeling of a victory again.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
AP Source: ESPN tabs Levy, Griese and Riddick for MNF booth
Steve Levy, Brian Griese and Louis Riddick will be the new announce team for ESPN's “Monday Night Football” according to a person familiar with the decision.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Belichick mum on plans for QB position as camp nears
BOSTON (AP) — Like all NFL teams, the Patriots face a variety of unknowns heading into a 2020 season in the midst of the ongoing pandemic.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
6 teams idle: Manfred, union talk as MLB grapples with virus
MIAMI (AP) — With six teams idled Friday by the COVID-19 pandemic, Major League Baseball Commissioner Rob Manfred spoke to union leader Tony Clark about the importance of players following the sport's coronavirus protocols.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Darvish shines as Chicago Cubs beat Pittsburgh Pirates 6-3
CHICAGO (AP) — Yu Darvish and Craig Kimbrel looked like they did at the end of last year.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Cardinals contact tracer finds 'tricky balance' in new role
St. Louis Cardinals assistant general manager Moisés Rodríguez has been expecting the news that came down Friday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Yanks' Chapman returns from virus; Kahnle needs Tommy John
NEW YORK (AP) — All-Star closer Aroldis Chapman has been cleared to return to the New York Yankees following a bout with the coronavirus, but reliever Tommy Kahnle likely needs Tommy John surgery.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Tucker drives in 4 runs to lead Astros over Angels 9-6
ANAHEIM, Calif. (AP) — Houston manager Dusty Baker will take any wins he can get, even if they provide some anxiety.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Mets' Rojas not saying if Diaz losing hold on closer's role
ATLANTA (AP) — New York Mets manager Luis Rojas wants to get Edwin Diaz back on the mound quickly.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Bears QB Trubisky out to prove doubters wrong, beat Foles
Mitchell Trubisky insists he is one motivated quarterback.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Pham, Tatis homer in 9th, Padres rally, beat Rockies 8-7
DENVER (AP) — Tommy Pham carried a little grudge with him to the plate.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Giants' Judge says sacrifice needed for NFL to have season
New York Giants coach Joe Judge believes the NFL players and coaches will have to sacrifice if the league is going to have a season in the midst of the coronavirus pandemic.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Marlins get LHP Bleier from Orioles for player to be named
BALTIMORE (AP) — The Miami Marlins acquired left-handed reliever Richard Bleier from the Baltimore Orioles for a player to be named.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Pham, Tatis homer in 9th, Padres rally, beat Rockies 8-7
DENVER (AP) — Tommy Pham carried a little grudge with him to the plate.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Tucker drives in 4 runs to lead Astros over Angels 9-6
ANAHEIM, Calif. (AP) — Kyle Tucker had three hits and a career-high four RBIs, and the Houston Astros started a 10-game road trip with a 9-6 victory over the Los Angeles Angels on Friday night.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Walker's double in 8th lifts Diamondbacks over Dodgers 5-3
PHOENIX (AP) — Christian Walker hit a three-run double in the eighth inning and the Arizona Diamondbacks broke out of their offensive funk to rally past the Los Angeles Dodgers 5-3 Friday night.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Taijuan Walker overpowering as Mariners beat Athletics 5-3
SEATTLE (AP) — After seeing most of the last two seasons wiped out by Tommy John surgery, Taijuan Walker was more than ready to experience the feeling of a victory again.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Pham, Tatis homer in 9th, Padres rally for 8-7 win over Rox
DENVER (AP) — Tommy Pham hit a three-run homer in the ninth after Fernando Tatis Jr. tied it with two outs, and the San Diego Padres rallied for an 8-7 win over Colorado on Friday night to spoil the Rockies' home opener.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Santander hits unique HR, has 3 RBIs as Orioles top Rays 6-3
BALTIMORE (AP) — Anthony Santander hit an odd home run off Blake Snell and had three RBIs to help the Baltimore Orioles beat the Tampa Bay Rays 6-3 Friday night.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Darvish shines as Chicago Cubs beat Pittsburgh Pirates 6-3
CHICAGO (AP) — Yu Darvish and Craig Kimbrel looked like they did at the end of last year.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Braves rally on d'Arnaud's 3-run double, beat Mets 11-10
ATLANTA (AP) — Former Mets catcher Travis d'Arnaud drove in five runs, including three with a bases-loaded double that capped a five-run eighth, and the Atlanta Braves rallied from a six-run deficit for a wild 11-10 win over New York on Friday night.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Judge HR, Montgomery sharp, Yanks top Red Sox in home opener
NEW YORK (AP) — His chambers left empty, Aaron Judge still rules right field at Yankee Stadium.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Yanks' Chapman returns from virus; Kahnle needs Tommy John
NEW YORK (AP) — All-Star closer Aroldis Chapman has been cleared to return to the New York Yankees following a bout with the coronavirus, but reliever Tommy Kahnle likely needs Tommy John surgery.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Mets' Rojas not saying if Diaz losing hold on closer's role
ATLANTA (AP) — New York Mets manager Luis Rojas wants to get Edwin Diaz back on the mound quickly.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
6 teams idle: Manfred, union talk as MLB grapples with virus
MIAMI (AP) — With six teams idled Friday by the COVID-19 pandemic, Major League Baseball Commissioner Rob Manfred spoke to union leader Tony Clark about the importance of players following the sport's coronavirus protocols.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Bears QB Trubisky out to prove doubters wrong, beat Foles
Mitchell Trubisky insists he is one motivated quarterback.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Belichick mum on plans for QB position as camp nears
BOSTON (AP) — Like all NFL teams, the Patriots face a variety of unknowns heading into a 2020 season in the midst of the ongoing pandemic.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Manfred, Clark talk as baseball struggles with coronavirus
MIAMI (AP) — With six teams idled Friday by the COVID-19 pandemic, Major League Baseball Commissioner Rob Manfred spoke to union leader Tony Clark about the importance of players following the sport's coronavirus protocols.
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2 Cardinals test positive; 6 teams idle because of virus
MIAMI (AP) — Six major league teams were idle Friday because of the coronavirus, with a Cardinals-Brewers game the latest to be postponed as a spread of infection threatened to overtake efforts to play ball.
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Chapman rejoins Yankees after virus bout; Kahnle to IL
NEW YORK (AP) — All-Star closer Aroldis Chapman has been cleared to return to Yankee Stadium following a bout with the coronavirus and was expected to play catch Friday before New York hosted the Boston Red Sox.
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Giants' Judge says sacrifice needed for NFL to have season
New York Giants coach Joe Judge believes the NFL players and coaches will have to sacrifice if the league is going to have a season in the midst of the coronavirus pandemic.
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AP Source: ESPN tabs Levy, Griese and Riddick for MNF booth
Steve Levy, Brian Griese and Louis Riddick will be the new announce team for ESPN's “Monday Night Football” according to a person familiar with the decision.
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Former NYC City FC coach Torrent joins Brazil's Flamengo
SAO PAULO (AP) — Former New York City FC coach Domenec Torrent has been named coach of Copa Libertadores and Brazilian defending champions Flamengo, the Rio de Janeiro-based giants said on Friday. His contract is valid until the end of 2021.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Cardinals contact tracer finds 'tricky balance' in new role
St. Louis Cardinals assistant general manager Moisés Rodríguez has been expecting the news that came down Friday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Former NYC City FC coach Domenech joins Brazil's Flamengo
SAO PAULO (AP) — Former New York City FC coach Domenech Torrent has ben named coach of Copa Libertadores and Brazilian defending champions Flamengo, the Rio de Janeiro-based giants said on Friday. His contract is valid until the end of 2021.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
"We love baseball" Wrigley ballhawks stay on during pandemic
CHICAGO (AP) — Standing on a corner on Waveland Avenue, Moe Mullins has seen them come and go.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Virus rocks MLB: Cards-Brewers off; 2 St. Louis positives
NEW YORK (AP) — The coronavirus forced another change in Major League Baseball’s schedule, bringing the league’s total to eight teams affected in the first nine days of the season.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
AP source: Cards-Brewers game off after St Louis positives
NEW YORK (AP) — Friday's game between St. Louis and Milwaukee was postponed after multiple Cardinals employees tested positive for the coronavirus, according to a person with knowledge of the situation.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Cardinals-Brewers game postponed after 2 St. Louis positives
NEW YORK (AP) — Friday's game between St. Louis and Milwaukee was postponed after two Cardinals employees tested positive for the coronavirus.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
AP source: St. Louis-Milwaukee PPD after Cardinals positives
NEW YORK (AP) — Friday's game between St. Louis and Milwaukee has been postponed after multiple Cardinals employees tested positive for the coronavirus, according to a person with knowledge of the situation.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Marmolejos' first homer powers Mariners over Angels 8-5
ANAHEIM, Calif. (AP) — José Marmolejos and Shed Long Jr. homered, Marco Gonzales pitched into the seventh inning and the Seattle Mariners beat the Los Angeles Angels 8-5 on Thursday night.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Umpire Joe West misses 2 innings after getting hit by bat
WASHINGTON (AP) — Home plate umpire Joe West left in the bottom of the first inning of Thursday's game between the Washington Nationals and the Toronto Blue Jays but eventually returned after getting bloodied when he was hit in the head by Bo Bichette's flying bat.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Stefanski preaches patience as Browns ramp up in unique camp
CLEVELAND (AP) — Instead of a whistle dangling from his neck, Browns coach Kevin Stefanski wears a sensor that blinks and beeps whenever he's within 6 feet of someone in the team's facility.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
MLB hitters slow out of the box to start 60-game season
NEW YORK (AP) — Two-time defending NL batting champion Christian Yelich has a long way to go if he wants a three-peat. The Milwaukee Brewers star is 1 for 27 to start the season, an .037 average that's worst among qualified hitters.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Taylor, Suzuki lift Nats past Jays 6-4 before 4-day break
WASHINGTON (AP) — Starlin Castro is coming off a four-hit game. His Washington Nationals finally have their first consecutive wins of the season. So much for momentum, though.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Settling down: Cards ask Simmons to focus on linebacker
Isaiah Simmons came to the Cardinals as a position-less prospect who appears ideal for the modern NFL.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Judge HR rallies Yankees to another win over Orioles 8-6
BALTIMORE (AP) — Down by a run and held scoreless since the first inning, the New York Yankees appeared to be in trouble with three outs to go against the Baltimore Orioles.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Final game of Cubs at Reds postponed because of rain
CINCINNATI (AP) — The finale of a four-game series between the Chicago Cubs and Cincinnati Reds was postponed Thursday because of rain.
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Zion Williamson starts, but doesn't finish, for Pelicans
Zion Williamson completed the Pelicans' opening possession by slicing through two converging Jazz defenders and laying the ball in off the glass with his left hand as he was fouled.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
MLB postpones Blue Jays-Phillies series after more positives
NEW YORK (AP) — Major League Baseball has postponed this weekend's scheduled series between Toronto and Philadelphia because of concerns about the coronavirus after two Phillies staffers tested positive.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Panthers choose to go with PK Slye; release veteran Gano
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) — The Panthers have decided to keep Joey Slye as their kicker and release veteran Graham Gano, who missed all of last season with a knee injury.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Dodgers win third straight, cruise past D-backs 6-3
PHOENIX (AP) — The Dodgers came into Chase Field on quite the high Thursday night, fresh off an emotional two-game sweep over the sign-stealing Houston Astros.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Jamal Adams leaves stress behind with new start in Seattle
RENTON, Wash. (AP) — The day before he became the newest member of the Seattle Seahawks, it was apparent to those around Jamal Adams that the All-Pro safety was stressed.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Fried dominates, retires first 14, as Braves edge Rays 2-1
ATLANTA (AP) — Max Fried retired Tampa Bay's first 14 batters and then insisted it didn't feel like a special start.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
NFL medical boss not surprised by positive cases, opt outs.
The NFL's chief medical officer says it's not surprising there have been positive tests for COVID-19 among players reporting to training camp.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Dodgers win third straight, cruise past D-backs 6-3
PHOENIX (AP) — The Dodgers came into Chase Field on quite the high Thursday night, fresh off an emotional two-game sweep over the sign-stealing Houston Astros.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Marmolejos' first homer powers Mariners over Angels 8-5
ANAHEIM, Calif. (AP) — José Marmolejos and Shed Long Jr. homered, Marco Gonzales pitched into the seventh inning and the Seattle Mariners beat the Los Angeles Angels 8-5 on Thursday night.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Zion Williamson starts, but doesn't finish, for Pelicans
Zion Williamson completed the Pelicans' opening possession by slicing through two converging Jazz defenders and laying the ball in off the glass with his left hand as he was fouled.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Judge HR rallies Yankees to another win over Orioles 8-6
BALTIMORE (AP) — Down by a run and held scoreless since the first inning, the New York Yankees appeared to be in trouble with three outs to go against the Baltimore Orioles.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Fried dominates, retires first 14, as Braves edge Rays 2-1
ATLANTA (AP) — Max Fried retired Tampa Bay's first 14 batters and then insisted it didn't feel like a special start.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Taylor, Suzuki lift Nats past Jays 6-4 before 4-day break
WASHINGTON (AP) — Starlin Castro is coming off a four-hit game. His Washington Nationals finally have their first consecutive wins of the season. So much for momentum, though.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Final game of Cubs at Reds postponed because of rain
CINCINNATI (AP) — The finale of a four-game series between the Chicago Cubs and Cincinnati Reds was postponed Thursday because of rain.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Jamal Adams leaves stress behind with new start in Seattle
RENTON, Wash. (AP) — The day before he became the newest member of the Seattle Seahawks, it was apparent to those around Jamal Adams that the All-Pro safety was stressed.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Umpire Joe West misses 2 innings after getting hit by bat
WASHINGTON (AP) — Home plate umpire Joe West left in the bottom of the first inning of Thursday's game between the Washington Nationals and the Toronto Blue Jays but eventually returned after getting bloodied when he was hit in the head by Bo Bichette's flying bat.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Stefanski preaches patience as Browns ramp up in unique camp
CLEVELAND (AP) — Instead of a whistle dangling from his neck, Browns coach Kevin Stefanski wears a sensor that blinks and beeps whenever he's within 6 feet of someone in the team's facility.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
MLB postpones Blue Jays-Phillies series after more positives
NEW YORK (AP) — Major League Baseball has postponed this weekend's scheduled series between Toronto and Philadelphia because of concerns about the coronavirus after two Phillies staffers tested positive.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Umpire Joe West leaves game after hit by flying baseball bat
WASHINGTON (AP) — Home plate umpire Joe West left in the bottom of the first inning of Thursday's game between the Washington Nationals and the Toronto Blue Jays after getting bloodied when he was hit in the head by Bo Bichette's flying bat.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Settling down: Cards ask Simmons to focus on linebacker
Isaiah Simmons came to the Cardinals as a position-less prospect who appears ideal for the modern NFL.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
NFL medical boss not surprised by positive cases, opt outs.
The NFL's chief medical officer says it's not surprising there have been positive tests for COVID-19 among players reporting to training camp.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Blue Jays manager: Series at Phillies off because of virus
NEW YORK (AP) — Toronto Blue Jays manager Charlie Montoyo said Thursday his team's weekend series at Philadelphia was called off because of concerns about the coronavirus after two Phillies staffers tested positive.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Panthers choose to go with PK Slye; release veteran Gano
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) — The Panthers have decided to keep Joey Slye as their kicker and release veteran Graham Gano, who missed all of last season with a knee injury.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Harbaugh oversees Ravens camp under ever-changing guidelines
Ravens coach John Harbaugh is prepared to tackle the unprecedented task of running a training camp with limited contact, no preseason games, and the ever-present threat of a player contracting COVID-19.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
AP source: 17th Marlin tests positive; no Phillies player
NEW YORK (AP) — Another player with the Miami Marlins has tested positive for the coronavirus, bringing the team’s outbreak total to 17 players, according to a person familiar with the situation.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Mbappé only has "very small" chance of facing Atalanta
PARIS (AP) — Paris Saint-Germain coach Thomas Tuchel has only a “very small” hope Kylian Mbappé will recover from injury in time to face Atalanta in the Champions League quarterfinals on Aug. 12.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
MLB hitters slow out of the box to start 60-game season
NEW YORK (AP) — Two-time defending NL batting champion Christian Yelich has a long way to go if he wants a three-peat. The Milwaukee Brewers star is 1 for 27 to start the season, an .037 average that's worst among qualified hitters.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Pandemic warps soccer schedules as European play resumes
DÜSSELDORF, Germany (AP) — When the Champions League and Europa League return next week amid the coronavirus pandemic, the teams remaining in the competitions will be resuming following a vastly different set of preparations.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
White Sox score late, top Indians 4-0 after Plesac fans 11
CLEVELAND (AP) — Yasmani Grandal and Eloy Jiménez hit sacrifice flies and the Chicago White Sox, who couldn't do anything against Zach Plesac for eight innings, scored four runs in the ninth — three charged to ineffective Cleveland closer Brad Hand — to beat the Indians 4-0 on Wednesday night.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Trade-deadline players aim to provide boost in NHL's restart
Vincent Trocheck was part of a wave of NHL players moved at the February trade deadline, jumping right into the lineup a day later for a learn-on-the-fly introduction to his new Carolina Hurricanes team.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
John McNamara, manager of ill-fated '86 Red Sox, dies at 88
BOSTON (AP) — John McNamara, who managed the Boston Red Sox to within one strike of a World Series victory in 1986 before an unprecedented collapse on the field extended the team's championship drought into the new millennium, has died. He was 88.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
4-run 10th for Nats spoils Blue Jays' 'home opener' in DC
WASHINGTON (AP) — Playing as the “visiting” team in their own stadium against the can't-play-at-home Blue Jays, Dave Martinez's Washington Nationals didn't even get the benefit of a boost from fake “cheering” by nonexistent “spectators” — those were reserved for Toronto's exploits Wednesday night.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Kyle Seager, Dylan Moore propel Mariners past Angels 10-7
ANAHEIM, Calif. (AP) — Kyle Seager drove in three runs, Dylan Moore hit a three-run homer and the Seattle Mariners rallied from two late deficits for a 10-7 victory over the Los Angeles Angels on Wednesday night.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
All quiet till Ríos HR in 13th lifts Dodgers over Astros 4-2
HOUSTON (AP) — After a testy, noisy game in the series opener, all was quiet between the Los Angeles Dodgers and Houston Astros on Wednesday night.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Panthers coach stays positive in 'less than ideal' situation
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) — The Carolina Panthers have a new head coach, two new coordinators, a different starting quarterback and a roster with more turnover from last season than any team in the NFL.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Freeman powers Braves to 7-4 win, snaps Rays' 4-game streak
ATLANTA (AP) — Freddie Freeman was fearing for his life not that long ago.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Bears' QB battle between Trubisky, Foles about to heat up
The Chicago Bears declared the quarterback competition between Mitchell Trubisky and former Super Bowl MVP Nick Foles an open one during the offseason.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Moustakas, Senzel homer in return, Reds beat Cubs 12-7
CINCINNATI (AP) — Mike Moustakas and Nick Senzel homered in their returns from a COVID-19 scare, Nick Castellanos added a grand slam, and the Cincinnati Reds ended a four-game losing streak by beating the Chicago Cubs 12-7 Wednesday night.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Twins beat Cardinals 3-0 in Rich Hill's smooth debut
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — Coming off major surgery and currently the oldest pitcher in the major leagues, Rich Hill sure looked smooth and spry on the mound in his debut for Minnesota.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Chargers' Lynn heads into camp happy with Bosa on board
COSTA MESA, Calif. (AP) — Anthony Lynn addressed many topics on Wednesday about the Los Angeles Chargers reporting to training camp, but the one thing he didn't have to discuss was a holdout involving one of his star players.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Saints' Payton: More 'live' football planned this preseason
NEW ORLEANS (AP) — Saints coach Sean Payton prefers not to use the term “training camp” to describe how he’s trying to prepare his club for this pandemic-altered NFL season.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Roethlisberger's return raises expectations in Pittsburgh
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Ben Roethlisberger is back and, to listen to the precious few who have seen the Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback throw a football sometime in the past 10 months tell it, apparently as good as new.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Yankees make most of schedule change, defeat Orioles 9-3
BALTIMORE (AP) — If the New York Yankees must adjust on the fly to a sudden change in the schedule, there's no team they'd rather face than the Baltimore Orioles.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Kyle Seager, Dylan Moore propel Mariners past Angels 10-7
ANAHEIM, Calif. (AP) — Kyle Seager drove in three runs, Dylan Moore hit a three-run homer and the Seattle Mariners rallied from two late deficits for a 10-7 victory over the Los Angeles Angels on Wednesday night.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
All quiet till Ríos HR in 13th lifts Dodgers over Astros 4-2
HOUSTON (AP) — After a testy, noisy game in the series opener, all was quiet between the Los Angeles Dodgers and Houston Astros on Wednesday night.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Twins beat Cardinals 3-0 in Rich Hill's smooth debut
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — Coming off major surgery and currently the oldest pitcher in the major leagues, Rich Hill sure looked smooth and spry on the mound in his debut for Minnesota.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Freeman powers Braves to 7-4 win, snaps Rays' 4-game streak
ATLANTA (AP) — Freddie Freeman was fearing for his life not that long ago.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Yankees make most of schedule change, defeat Orioles 9-3
BALTIMORE (AP) — If the New York Yankees must adjust on the fly to a sudden change in the schedule, there's no team they'd rather face than the Baltimore Orioles.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Moustakas, Senzel homer in return, Reds beat Cubs 12-7
CINCINNATI (AP) — Mike Moustakas and Nick Senzel homered in their returns from a COVID-19 scare, Nick Castellanos added a grand slam, and the Cincinnati Reds ended a four-game losing streak by beating the Chicago Cubs 12-7 Wednesday night.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
4-run 10th for Nats spoils Blue Jays' 'home opener' in DC
WASHINGTON (AP) — Playing as the “visiting” team in their own stadium against the can't-play-at-home Blue Jays, Dave Martinez's Washington Nationals didn't even get the benefit of a boost from fake “cheering” by nonexistent “spectators” — those were reserved for Toronto's exploits Wednesday night.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
White Sox score late, top Indians 4-0 after Plesac fans 11
CLEVELAND (AP) — Yasmani Grandal and Eloy Jiménez hit sacrifice flies and the Chicago White Sox, who couldn't do anything against Zach Plesac for eight innings, scored four runs in the ninth — three charged to ineffective Cleveland closer Brad Hand — to beat the Indians 4-0 on Wednesday night.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Chargers' Lynn heads into camp happy with Bosa on board
COSTA MESA, Calif. (AP) — Anthony Lynn addressed many topics on Wednesday about the Los Angeles Chargers reporting to training camp, but the one thing he didn't have to discuss was a holdout involving one of his star players.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Chargers' Lynn happy that Bosa has agreed to extension
COSTA MESA, Calif. (AP) — Anthony Lynn addressed many topics on Wednesday about the Los Angeles Chargers reporting to training camp, but the one thing he didn't have to discuss was a holdout involving one of his star players.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Panthers coach stays positive in 'less than ideal' situation
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) — The Carolina Panthers have a new head coach, two new coordinators, a different starting quarterback and a roster with more turnover from last season than any team in the NFL.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
John McNamara, manager of ill-fated '86 Red Sox, dies at 88
BOSTON (AP) — John McNamara, who managed the Boston Red Sox to within one strike of a World Series victory in 1986 before an unprecedented collapse on the field extended the team's championship drought into the new millennium, has died. He was 88.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Roethlisberger's return raises expectations in Pittsburgh
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Ben Roethlisberger is back and, to listen to the precious few who have seen the Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback throw a football sometime in the past 10 months tell it, apparently as good as new.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
With Marlins battling virus outbreak, will they play again?
MIAMI (AP) — The Miami Marlins, one of the most under-the-radar teams in sports, have been in the news lately.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Bears' QB battle between Trubisky, Foles about to heat up
The Chicago Bears declared the quarterback competition between Mitchell Trubisky and former Super Bowl MVP Nick Foles an open one during the offseason.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Wagner thrilled by addition of Adams to Seahawks defense
RENTON, Wash. (AP) — At this point of his career, Bobby Wagner is among those who almost expect the Seattle Seahawks to make some sort of splash at an unanticipated time.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Indians catcher Perez on injured list after hurting shoulder
CLEVELAND (AP) — The Cleveland Indians placed starting catcher Roberto Pérez on the 10-day injured list with a sore throwing shoulder.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Coyotes aiming to stay focused following Chayka resignation
The Arizona Coyotes caught a break when the NHL opted to expand the postseason and return from the pandemic-related shutdown in a pair of Canadian bubbles.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Braves' Markakis returns 3 weeks after opting out of season
ATLANTA (AP) — Nick Markakis is returning to the Atlanta Braves, three weeks after announcing he was opting out of the season due to his concerns about the coronavirus pandemic.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Giants left tackle Nate Solder opts out of 2020 NFL season
EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. (AP) — New York Giants left tackle Nate Solder has opted out of the 2020 NFL season because of the coronavirus pandemic.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Saints' Payton: More 'live' football planned this preseason
NEW ORLEANS (AP) — Saints coach Sean Payton prefers not to use the term “training camp” to describe how he’s trying to prepare his club for this pandemic-altered NFL season.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Nats OF Soto awaits DC clearance to return after COVID test
WASHINGTON (AP) — Washington Nationals outfielder Juan Soto was still waiting on Wednesday to be cleared to play by the city government after getting the OK from Major League Baseball to return from the COVID-19 injured list.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Phillies visiting clubhouse staffer tests positive for virus
PHILADELPHIA (AP) — A coronavirus outbreak on another team has left the Philadelphia Phillies idle for five days, aiming to return to play a doubleheader that could entail 7-inning games and scheduling a new opponent next week.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
AP source: Phils visiting clubhouse staffer tests positive
PHILADELPHIA (AP) — One Philadelphia Phillies employee who works in the visiting clubhouse has tested positive for the coronavirus, a person familiar with the results told The Associated Press.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
NFL MVP Jackson insists he's 'got to do better' in 2020
Baltimore Ravens quarterback and reigning NFL MVP Lamar Jackson is eager to get started at training camp following an offseason in which he had a perilous encounter with a jet ski, tossed footballs to Antonio Brown and diligently avoided the coronavirus.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Sevilla says a player has tested positive for COVID-19
MADRID (AP) — A player at Spanish soccer club Sevilla has tested positive for the coronavirus, a week before the team's Europa League match against Roma.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
AP source: Another Marlins player tests positive; 16 total
NEW YORK (AP) — Another player with the Miami Marlins has tested positive for the coronavirus, bringing the team's total to 16 players, according to a person familiar with the matter.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Tagovailoa gets OK to practice without restrictions
MIAMI (AP) — Rookie quarterback Tua Tagovailoa passed his physical when he reported to Miami Dolphins training camp and will practice without restrictions as he begins his bid to overtake veteran Ryan Fitzpatrick for the starting job.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
VIRUS DIARY: For these kids, no adventures to choose
BURKE, Va. (AP) — On a recent car ride, my sons, Billy and Jimmy, were discussing an interactive “Minecraft” show on Netflix that allowed them to choose the direction of the story. I said it sounded like a “Choose Your Own Adventure” book, an artifact of my 1980s childhood.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Knights were on a roll and Stars struggled before NHL halted
The Dallas Stars were in a miserable stretch when the NHL season came to a sudden and unexpected stop 4 1/2 months ago. Vegas was playing some of its best hockey after a coaching change.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Báez homers twice, Cubs stay hot with 8-5 win over Reds
CINCINNATI (AP) — Two homers, a deft dive to score another run, and a couple smooth-as-ever defensive plays. Vintage Javier Báez, in time to keep the Cubs' surge going.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Rendon homers in season debut, Angels rout Mariners 10-2
ANAHEIM, Calif. (AP) — Anthony Rendon hit a two-run homer and reached base three times in his Angels debut, and Albert Pujols added his 657th career homer in Los Angeles' 10-2 victory over the Seattle Mariners on Tuesday night.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
NBC resets focus for Tokyo while looking ahead to Beijing
When Molly Solomon took over as executive producer and president of NBC's Olympics production unit last November, she expected to be in Tokyo right now with the games in full swing. But with the Summer Olympics postponed a year due to the coronavirus pandemic, Solomon and her team have reset …
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Frazier hits go-ahead homer in 8th, Pirates edge Brewers 8-6
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Adam Frazier hit a tiebreaking two-run homer in the eighth inning, and the Pittsburgh Pirates rallied for an 8-6 victory over the Milwaukee Brewers on Tuesday night.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Zion Williamson practicing, could play in Pelicans' opener
Zion Williamson returned to New Orleans Pelicans practice for the first time in nearly two weeks on Tuesday night and coach Alvin Gentry said the NBA’s top overall draft pick might play when the club resumes its season against Utah on Thursday night.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Donaldson goes deep as Twins top Cards 6-3 in home opener
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — Josh Donaldson homered and drove in two runs in his Target Field debut with Minnesota, Jorge Polanco hit a two-run shot and the Twins beat the St. Louis Cardinals 6-3 in their home opener on Tuesday night.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Loomis: Virus uncertainty doesn't alter Saints' high goals
NEW ORLEANS (AP) — Saints general manager Mickey Loomis doesn’t expect the unusual circumstances surrounding this pandemic-altered NFL season to dampen expectations for a team seeking a fourth-straight playoff appearance.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Renteria returns to manage White Sox after COVID-19 scare
CLEVELAND (AP) — The Chicago White Sox got their manager back just before their first road game of this strange, shortened season.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Benches clear in first Astros-Dodgers game since scandal
HOUSTON (AP) — Benches cleared Tuesday night in the first game between the Astros and Dodgers since it was revealed that Houston stole signs en route to a 2017 World Series championship that came at Los Angeles' expense.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Benches clear as Dodgers beat Astros 5-2
HOUSTON (AP) — The Houston Astros are trying to put their sign-stealing scandal behind them.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
AP Sources: Bosa gets $135 million extension with Chargers
COSTA MESA, Calif. (AP) — Defensive end Joey Bosa has agreed to a contact extension that will make him the highest-paid defensive player in the NFL.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
2 more HRs, 3 unearned runs help Blue Jays drop Nats to 1-4
WASHINGTON (AP) — The World Series champion Washington Nationals are 1-4 after losing three games in a row. Normally? Not a big deal. Matters more in a 60-game, pandemic-shortened season.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Carolina Panthers lose punter Palardy to torn ACL
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) — The Carolina Panthers have lost punter Michael Palardy for the season because of a knee injury.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Peterson wins MLB debut, Mets beat Red Sox 8-3
BOSTON (AP) — J.D. Davis banged a two-run homer off the Pesky Pole, and left-hander David Peterson pitched 5 2/3 innings to win his major league debut and lead the New York Mets to an 8-3 victory over the Boston Red Sox on Tuesday night.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Rendon homers in debut, Angels rout Mariners 10-2
ANAHEIM, Calif. (AP) — Anthony Rendon hit a two-run homer and reached base three times in his Angels debut, and Albert Pujols added his 657th career homer in Los Angeles' 10-2 victory over the Seattle Mariners on Tuesday night.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Benches clear as Dodgers beat Astros 5-2
HOUSTON (AP) — The Houston Astros are trying to put their sign-stealing scandal behind them.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Benches clear in first Astros-Dodgers game since scandal
HOUSTON (AP) — Benches cleared Tuesday night in the first game between the Astros and Dodgers since it was revealed that Houston stole signs en route to a 2017 World Series championship that came at Los Angeles' expense.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Donaldson goes deep as Twins top Cards 6-3 in home opener
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — Josh Donaldson homered and drove in two runs in his Target Field debut with Minnesota, Jorge Polanco hit a two-run shot and the Twins beat the St. Louis Cardinals 6-3 in their home opener on Tuesday night.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Frazier hits go-ahead homer in 8th, Pirates edge Brewers 8-6
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Adam Frazier hit a tiebreaking two-run homer in the eighth inning, and the Pittsburgh Pirates rallied for an 8-6 victory over the Milwaukee Brewers on Tuesday night.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Peterson wins MLB debut, Mets beat Red Sox 8-3
BOSTON (AP) — J.D. Davis banged a two-run homer off the Pesky Pole, and left-hander David Peterson pitched 5 2/3 innings to win his major league debut and lead the New York Mets to an 8-3 victory over the Boston Red Sox on Tuesday night.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
AP Sources: Bosa gets $135 million extension with Chargers
COSTA MESA, Calif. (AP) — Defensive end Joey Bosa has agreed to a contact extension that will make him the highest-paid defensive player in the NFL.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
AP Source: Bosa gets $135 million extension with Chargers
COSTA MESA, Calif. (AP) — Defensive end Joey Bosa has agreed to a five-year contract extension with the Los Angeles Chargers that two people familiar with the deal said is worth $135 million over five years.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Báez homers twice, Cubs stay hot with 8-5 win over Reds
CINCINNATI (AP) — Two homers, a deft dive to score another run, and a couple smooth-as-ever defensive plays. Vintage Javier Báez, in time to keep the Cubs' surge going.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
2 more HRs, 3 unearned runs help Blue Jays drop Nats to 1-4
WASHINGTON (AP) — The World Series champion Washington Nationals are 1-4 after losing three games in a row. Normally? Not a big deal. Matters more in a 60-game, pandemic-shortened season.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Zion Williamson practicing, could play in Pelicans' opener
Zion Williamson returned to New Orleans Pelicans practice for the first time in nearly two weeks on Tuesday night and coach Alvin Gentry said the NBA’s top overall draft pick might play when the club resumes its season against Utah on Thursday night.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Loomis: Virus uncertainty doesn't alter Saints' high goals
NEW ORLEANS (AP) — Saints general manager Mickey Loomis doesn’t expect the unusual circumstances surrounding this pandemic-altered NFL season to dampen expectations for a team seeking a fourth-straight playoff appearance.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Carolina Panthers lose punter Palardy to torn ACL
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) — The Carolina Panthers have lost punter Michael Palardy for the season because of a knee injury.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Knights were on a roll and Stars struggled before NHL halted
The Dallas Stars were in a miserable stretch when the NHL season came to a sudden and unexpected stop 4 1/2 months ago. Vegas was playing some of its best hockey after a coaching change.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Pats face challenges as starters Hightower, Chung opt out
BOSTON (AP) — The Patriots were already going to have a completely different look following an offseason that saw former franchise cornerstone Tom Brady depart to Tampa Bay, as well as several key players on defense cash in elsewhere in free agency.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Hands to yourself: Complying with protocols proves difficult
From players ignoring prohibitions on handshakes, high-fives and hugs, to some sitting noticeably closer than six feet apart in dugouts during games, the recently launched baseball season has provided ample evidence old habits are hard to shake, even when the changes are meant to mitigate the risk of spreading the …
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Sign of times: Braves quickly run out of patience with Folty
ATLANTA (AP) — Call it a sign of the times.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Sign of times: Braves quickly ran out of patience with Folty
ATLANTA (AP) — Call it a sign of the times.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Bills' Lotulelei opts out; Sweeney sidelined by foot injury
Buffalo Bills starting defensive tackle Star Lotulelei has chosen to voluntarily opt out from playing this season.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Yankees-Phillies series postponed amid virus worries
PHILADELPHIA (AP) — The remainder of the Phillies' home-and-home series against the New York Yankees was postponed amid coronavirus concerns Tuesday in the wake of an outbreak involving another team.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
MLB suspends Marlins' season through weekend amid outbreak
MIAMI (AP) — Major League Baseball suspended the Miami Marlins’ season through Sunday, and
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Astros pick up Baker's contract option for 2021 season
HOUSTON (AP) — The Houston Astros have picked up the option for the 2021 season on manager Dusty Baker's contract.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
MLB temporarily suspends Marlins season through the weekend
MIAMI (AP) — Major League Baseball temporarily suspended the Miami Marlins' season through Sunday because of their worsening coronavirus outbreak, and the three remaining games in this week's New York Yankees-Philadelphia Phillies series were postponed Tuesday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Arians comfortable coaching Brady, Bucs during pandemic
TAMPA, Fla. (AP) — Bruce Arians didn’t give much thought to the prospect of opting out of trying to help Tom Brady win a Super Bowl with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Pippen downplays rift with Jordan in wake of 'Last Dance'
Scottie Pippen says he’s talked with Michael Jordan since “The Last Dance” documentary aired in the spring and downplayed any rift between the retired Chicago Bulls stars.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Renteria returns to manage White Sox after COVID-19 scare
CLEVELAND (AP) — The Chicago White Sox got their manager back just before their first road game of this strange, shortened season.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
AP source: Mets to sign C Maxwell, 1st MLB player to kneel
NEW YORK (AP) — The New York Mets have agreed to a minor league contract with catcher Bruce Maxwell, the first major league player to kneel during the national anthem to protest racial injustice, according to a person familiar with the deal.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
AP source: Mets to sign C Maxell, 1st MLB player to kneel
NEW YORK (AP) — The New York Mets have agreed to a minor league contract with catcher Bruce Maxwell, the first major league player to kneel during the national anthem to protest racial injustice, according to a person familiar with the deal.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Will experience prevail for Wild vs. quick-strike Canucks?
The virus pause has provided the Minnesota Wild as they are currently constructed with perhaps their best and last opportunity to make a long postseason run.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Renteria not yet cleared to join White Sox after virus test
CLEVELAND (AP) — The Chicago White Sox started their first road trip of this shortened season with a doubleheader and without their manager.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Renteria not cleared to join White Sox amid virus concerns
CLEVELAND (AP) — Chicago White Sox manager Rick Renteria has not been medically cleared to return to the team after experiencing some COVID-19 symptoms.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Clash of styles: Columbus, Toronto face off in short series
The Columbus Blue Jackets’ body-banging, shot-blocking, harassing defensive style
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
AP sources: Pats' Hightower, Cannon opting out of season
BOSTON (AP) — A person familiar with the situation says New England Patriots linebacker Dont'a Hightower has decided to opt out of the 2020 season.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Yankees-Phillies postponed for 2nd day amid virus worries
PHILADELPHIA (AP) — The Phillies’ scheduled game against the New York Yankees on Tuesday night was postponed for the second straight day amid coronavirus concerns in the wake of an outbreak involving another team.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Back to health, Blues and Avalanche top two teams in West
Look who's back and healthy for the
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Goaltenders in spotlight for Blackhawks-Oilers series
For all the offensive stars between the Chicago Blackhawks and Edmonton Oilers, big megawatt scorers like Patrick Kane and Connor McDavid, it is the goaltending that bears watching heading into their qualifying series.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
AP source: 4 more Marlins test positive for coronavirus
MIAMI (AP) — The Miami Marlins’ coronavirus outbreak could endanger the Major League Baseball season, Dr. Anthony Fauci said, as the number of their players testing positive rose to 15.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
AP source: Pats' Dont'a Hightower opting out of 2020 season
BOSTON (AP) — A person familiar with the situation says New England Patriots linebacker Dont'a Hightower has decided to opt out of the 2020 season.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Healthy Penguins wary of upstart Canadiens as playoffs begin
Zach Aston-Reese pondered the question for a minute.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
AP source: Yankees-Phillies postponed for 2nd straight day
PHILADELPHIA (AP) — The New York Yankees-Philadelphia Phillies games was postponed Tuesday for the second straight day, according to a person familiar with the league’s decision.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Fauci says Marlins’ virus outbreak could endanger MLB season
MIAMI (AP) — The Miami Marlins' coronavirus outbreak could endanger the Major League Baseball season, Dr. Anthony Fauci said Tuesday, although he doesn't believe games need to stop now.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Pronger moves on from Panthers split without animosity
PHILADELPHIA (AP) — Chris Pronger might not book a client of his family’s blossoming boutique travel agency business into the NHL bubble. But if Pronger were stuck in one of the league’s hub cities for an extended period, the Hall of Famer knows what he would pack.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Brewers rally past Pirates 6-5 in 11 innings
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Eric Sogard doubled home Brock Holt in the 11th inning and the Milwaukee Brewers rallied for a rain-delayed 6-5 win over the Pittsburgh Pirates on Monday night.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Rizzo homers again, Cubs beat virus-unsettled Reds 8-7
CINCINNATI (AP) — Manager David Ross was starting to relax with a seven-run lead. Didn't take long for him to remember from his playing days that Great American Ball Park can erase most anything.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Preview: Preds vs Coyotes in 1st playoff series since '12
The Nashville Predators have been waiting for more than a year for some postseason redemption, and the NHL's pause didn't help.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
NBC resets focus for Tokyo while looking ahead to Beijing
When Molly Solomon took over as executive producer and president of NBC's Olympics production unit last November, she expected to be in Tokyo right now with the games in full swing. But with the Summer Olympics postponed a year due to the coronavirus pandemic, Solomon and her team have reset …
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
White, NBC near end of busy Premier League stretch on Sunday
Arlo White didn't know what to expect when the Premier League season resumed with Project Restart. The only thing he knew was that it beat the alternatives.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
NASCAR banks on minority drivers to broaden sport's exposure
Rajah Caruth liked the animated autos of “Cars” as a kid, got hooked on the race scene after a trip to the track and sharpened his driving skills as a teen via online racing.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Preview: Hurricanes aim to end struggles vs. Rangers
The Carolina Hurricanes are determined to make a second straight deep run in the Stanley Cup playoffs. That can only happen if they do something they have rarely done over the past decade: beat the New York Rangers.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Washington puts Smith on physically unable to perform list
Washington put quarterback Alex Smith on the physically unable to perform list Monday on the eve of the start of training camp.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Bregman's 100th homer helps Astros beat Mariners 8-5
HOUSTON (AP) — Alex Bregman hit his 100th career homer, a three-run shot, and Jose Altuve added a solo drive to give the Houston Astros an 8-5 win over the Seattle Mariners on Monday night.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Tatis, Grisham power Padres to 6-2 win vs. Diamondbacks
SAN DIEGO (AP) — Fernando Tatis Jr. saw the ball rolling to the wall in left-center field and raced around the bases, diving headfirst into third as his helmet went flying off.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
NBA restart likely to provide TV audience new sights, sounds
During a normal NBA season, the sights and sounds of arenas serve as both a showy backdrop and home court advantage for its teams.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Conforto, Alonso, Smith homer for Mets to beat Red Sox 7-4
BOSTON (AP) — Michael Conforto, Pete Alonso and Dominic Smith all homered, Michael Wacha pitched well over five innings and the New York Mets beat the Boston Red Sox 7-4 on Monday night.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
White Sox, Indians postponed by rain, will play doubleheader
CLEVELAND (AP) — Monday's series opener between the Chicago White Sox and Cleveland Indians has been postponed by rain.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Flyers, Bruins battle for East supremacy in round-robin
The sweetest sound of the NHL break for the Flyers didn’t come from the first bite of the skate blade into the ice or a horn that ended a long-overdue scrimmage. It was the ringing of a bell inside a Philadelphia hospital that signified Oskar Lindblom had completed radiation treatments …
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Chargers GM Telesco optimistic but wary as rookies report
COSTA MESA, Calif. (AP) — Tom Telesco was optimistic after the Los Angeles Chargers rookies reported to training camp over the weekend without any positive tests for the coronavirus.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Hernández hits 2 of 4 Blue Jays homers in 4-1 win at Nats
WASHINGTON (AP) — Because of injuries, the can't-play-in-Toronto Blue Jays were without their leadoff hitter and their closer against the Washington Nationals on Monday night.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
White Sox manager Renteria not with team, pending tests
CLEVELAND (AP) — Chicago White Sox manager Rick Renteria woke up Monday with “a slight cough and nasal congestion” and will be kept away from the team pending the results of medical tests.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Preview: Islanders ready to face high-scoring Panthers
The New York Islanders beat the Florida Panthers in all three meetings during the season. However, the last one was way back in December -- three months before the NHL paused play due to the coronavirus pandemic.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
And then there were 8: CONCACAF hexagonal becomes octagonal
NEW YORK (AP) — CONCACAF is changing its World Cup qualifying hexagonal to an octagonal in response to the coronavirus pandemic and delaying the start until next June.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
At least 3 MLB games postponed amid Marlins' virus outbreak
MIAMI (AP) — The Marlins scrambled for roster replacements as they coped with a coronavirus outbreak. The New York Yankees had an unscheduled day off in Philadelphia while the home team underwent COVID-19 tests. The Baltimore Orioles were flying home from Miami without playing a game.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Pronger moves on from Panthers split without animosity
PHILADELPHIA (AP) — Chris Pronger might not book a client of his family’s blossoming boutique travel agency business into the NHL bubble. But if Pronger were stuck in one of the league’s hub cities for an extended period, the Hall of Famer knows what he would pack.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Preview: Preds vs Coyotes in 1st playoff series since '12
The Nashville Predators have been waiting for more than a year for some postseason redemption, and the NHL's pause didn't help.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Preview: Hurricanes aim to end struggles vs. Rangers
The Carolina Hurricanes are determined to make a second straight deep run in the Stanley Cup playoffs. That can only happen if they do something they have rarely done over the past decade: beat the New York Rangers.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
NBA restart likely to provide TV audience new sights, sounds
During a normal NBA season, the sights and sounds of arenas serve as both a showy backdrop and home court advantage for its teams.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Flyers, Bruins battle for East supremacy in round-robin
The sweetest sound of the NHL break for the Flyers didn’t come from the first bite of the skate blade into the ice or a horn that ended a long-overdue scrimmage. It was the ringing of a bell inside a Philadelphia hospital that signified Oskar Lindblom had completed radiation treatments …
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Preview: Islanders ready to face high-scoring Panthers
The New York Islanders beat the Florida Panthers in all three meetings during the season. However, the last one was way back in December -- three months before the NHL paused play due to the coronavirus pandemic.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Brewers rally past Pirates 6-5 in 11 innings
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Eric Sogard doubled home Brock Holt in the 11th inning and the Milwaukee Brewers rallied for a rain-delayed 6-5 win over the Pittsburgh Pirates on Monday night.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Rizzo homers again, Cubs beat virus-unsettled Reds 8-7
CINCINNATI (AP) — Manager David Ross was starting to relax with a seven-run lead. Didn't take long for him to remember from his playing days that Great American Ball Park can erase most anything.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Bregman's 100th homer helps Astros beat Mariners 8-5
HOUSTON (AP) — Alex Bregman hit his 100th career homer, a three-run shot, and Jose Altuve added a solo drive to give the Houston Astros an 8-5 win over the Seattle Mariners on Monday night.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Conforto, Alonso, Smith homer for Mets to beat Red Sox 7-4
BOSTON (AP) — Michael Conforto, Pete Alonso and Dominic Smith all homered, Michael Wacha pitched well over five innings and the New York Mets beat the Boston Red Sox 7-4 on Monday night.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Bregman's 100th homer helps Astros past Mariners 8-5
HOUSTON (AP) — Alex Bregman hit his 100th career homer, a three-run shot, and Jose Altuve added a solo drive to give the Houston Astros an 8-5 win over the Seattle Mariners on Monday night.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Hernández hits 2 of 4 Blue Jays homers in 4-1 win at Nats
WASHINGTON (AP) — Because of injuries, the can't-play-in-Toronto Blue Jays were without their leadoff hitter and their closer against the Washington Nationals on Monday night.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Tatis, Grisham power Padres to 6-2 win vs. Diamondbacks
SAN DIEGO (AP) — Fernando Tatis Jr. saw the ball rolling to the wall in left-center field and raced around the bases, diving headfirst into third as his helmet went flying off.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Chargers GM Telesco optimistic but wary as rookies report
COSTA MESA, Calif. (AP) — Tom Telesco was optimistic after the Los Angeles Chargers rookies reported to training camp over the weekend without any positive tests for the coronavirus.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
At least 3 MLB games postponed amid Marlins' virus outbreak
MIAMI (AP) — The Marlins scrambled for roster replacements as they coped with a coronavirus outbreak. The New York Yankees had an unscheduled day off in Philadelphia while the home team underwent COVID-19 tests. The Baltimore Orioles were flying home from Miami without playing a game.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Washington puts Smith on physically unable to perform list
Washington put quarterback Alex Smith on the physically unable to perform list Monday on the eve of the start of training camp.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Tatis Jr., Grisham power Padres to 6-2 win vs. Diamondbacks
SAN DIEGO (AP) — Fernando Tatis Jr. raced around the bases on a three-run triple that highlighted a five-run rally and Trent Grisham hit his first home run for the San Diego Padres, who beat the Arizona Diamondbacks 6-2 Monday to take three of four games in their opening series.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
White Sox, Indians postponed by rain, will play doubleheader
CLEVELAND (AP) — Monday's series opener between the Chicago White Sox and Cleveland Indians has been postponed by rain.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
At least 2 MLB games postponed amid Marlins' virus outbreak
MIAMI (AP) — The Miami Marlins scrambled for roster replacements as they coped with a coronavirus outbreak. The New York Yankees had an unscheduled day off in Philadelphia while the home team underwent COVID-19 tests. The Baltimore Orioles were flying home from Miami without playing a game. The Chicago White …
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
White Sox manager Renteria not with team, pending tests
CLEVELAND (AP) — Chicago White Sox manager Rick Renteria woke up Monday with “a slight cough and nasal congestion” and will be kept away from the team pending the results of medical tests.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
2 MLB games postponed in wake of Marlins virus outbreak
MIAMI (AP) — The Miami Marlins scrambled for roster replacements as they coped with a coronavirus outbreak. The New York Yankees had an unscheduled day off in Philadelphia while the home team underwent COVID-19 tests. The Baltimore Orioles were flying home from Miami without playing a game.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
And then there were 8: CONCACAF hexagonal becomes octagonal
NEW YORK (AP) — CONCACAF is changing its World Cup qualifying hexagonal to an octagonal in response to the coronavirus pandemic and delaying the start until next June.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Baker, Dunbar, Latimer put on NFL Commissioner Exempt List
New York Giants cornerback DeAndre Baker, Seattle Seahawks cornerback Quinton Dunbar and Washington wide receiver Cody Latimer were put on the NFL’s Commissioner Exempt List on Monday while facing felony charges from offseason incidents.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
INF/OF Harrison to Nationals after release from Phillies
WASHINGTON (AP) — Utility player Josh Harrison signed a one-year contract with the Washington Nationals and was added to their 30-man active roster Monday, less than a week after he was released by the Philadelphia Phillies.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
INF/OF Josh Harrison to Nationals after release from Phils
WASHINGTON (AP) — Utility player Josh Harrison signed a one-year contract with the Washington Nationals and was added to their 30-man active roster Monday, less than a week after he was released by the Philadelphia Phillies.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Chiefs' Reid has plan in place for pandemic-altered camp
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — Nobody really had any idea what training camp would like look until the NFL and its players' union came to an agreement late last week to dramatically alter the collective bargaining agreement to ensure football in the age of the coronavirus.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
2 MLB games postponed as Marlins deal with virus outbreak
MIAMI (AP) — Two major league games scheduled for Monday night were postponed after more than a dozen Miami Marlins players and staff members tested positive for the coronavirus in an outbreak that stranded the team in Philadelphia.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Depth could be even more critical in teams' NBA title chase
NBA teams recognize that bench strength will likely be more of a factor than usual during this pandemic-delayed title chase in which a positive coronavirus test could sideline an elite player at any moment.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Marlins' home opener postponed as they deal with virus
MIAMI (AP) — The Miami Marlins' home opener Monday night against Baltimore has been postponed as the Marlins deal with a coronavirus outbreak that stranded them in Philadelphia.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
NBC resets focus for Tokyo while looking ahead to Beijing
When Molly Solomon took over as executive producer and president of NBC's Olympics production unit last November, she expected to be in Tokyo right now with the games in full swing. But with the Summer Olympics postponed a year due to the coronavirus pandemic, Solomon and her team have reset …
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Chatwood dominates, Cubs hit 3 HRs in 9-1 romp over Brewers
CHICAGO (AP) — Tyler Chatwood turned in the sort of performance the Chicago Cubs thought he would deliver on a regular basis. The right-hander, who struggled with his control for much of his first two two seasons with the team, sure was locked in.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Yanks don't let Nats toot own horn, beat 2019 champions 3-2
WASHINGTON (AP) — Gleyber Torres helped the New York Yankees prevent the Washington Nationals from tooting their own horn.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Rangers' Kluber lasts 1 inning in 1st start in 15 months
ARLINGTON, Texas (AP) — Corey Kluber's Texas debut lasted just one inning.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Ronaldo scores again as Juventus seals 9th straight title
ROME (AP) — Before the break for the coronavirus pandemic. After the lockdown. And now for nine years running.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
White, NBC near end of busy Premier League stretch on Sunday
Arlo White didn't know what to expect when the Premier League season resumed with Project Restart. The only thing he knew was that it beat the alternatives.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Chayka steps down as Arizona GM a week before qualifier
GLENDALE, Ariz. (AP) — Arizona general manager John Chayka earned a contract extension early this season for building the Coyotes into playoff contenders in four short years.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Ruiz, Santander homer, Orioles hold off Red Sox 7-4
BOSTON (AP) — Rio Ruiz and Anthony Santander hit two-run home runs to help the Baltimore Orioles beat the Boston Red Sox 7-4 Sunday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Lewis has 2 RBIs in 8th to lead Mariners over Astros 7-6
HOUSTON (AP) — Kyle Lewis hit a tiebreaking two-run single in the eighth inning to lift the Seattle Mariners over the Houston Astros 7-6 on Sunday, snapping a 15-game losing streak in the series.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Former Oklahoma football coach John Blake dies at 59
John Blake, the former Oklahoma football player and coach who was the school's first Black head coach in any sport, died Thursday. He was 59.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Georgia, Minnesota players win national prep honors
Football player Arik Gilbert and basketball player Paige Bueckers have been named national high school athletes of the year.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Diamondbacks rally against Padres' pen for 4-3 win
SAN DIEGO (AP) — Ketel Marte hit a go-ahead sacrifice fly off struggling Kirby Yates on Sunday, and Arizona rallied for four runs off San Diego’s vaunted bullpen to earn a 4-3 victory after the Diamondbacks' Torey Lovullo became the first manager to be ejected in the COVID-19 era.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Marlins top Phillies 11-6 as specter of coronavirus looms
PHILADELPHIA (AP) — The Marlins never considered sitting out a game as health concerns rattled the clubhouse. Brian Anderson and Miguel Rojas eased the lineup pain for a day -- and they’ll have an extra night in Philadelphia to think about any potential scares ahead.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Indians' Carrasco wins first start since leukemia diagnosis
CLEVELAND (AP) — Carlos Carrasco looked toward home plate and clutched the ball in his right hand before firing a 95 mph fastball on the game's first pitch.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Kiermaier's triple in 10th lifts Rays over Blue Jays, 6-5
ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. (AP) — Kevin Kiermaier's first hit of the season, a two-run triple into the right field corner in the 10th inning, gave the Tampa Bay Rays a 6-5 victory over the Toronto Blue Jays on Sunday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
United, Chelsea into CL; Bournemouth, Watford down from EPL
Manchester United and Chelsea qualified for the Champions League at the expense of Leicester on a frantic final day of the Premier League season on Sunday, while Bournemouth and Watford were relegated to end five-year stays in the top flight.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Giants beat Dodgers 3-1, gain split of season-opening series
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Mauricio Dubon singled home the go-ahead run in the sixth inning and the San Francisco Giants beat the Los Angeles Dodgers 3-1 on Sunday night.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
MLB returns with thrills; red flags remain after 1st weekend
NEW YORK (AP) — The World Series champion Washington Nationals stood six feet apart along the first base line and watched as a banner commemorating their title was raised, then took a knee alongside the New York Yankees in a call for social justice.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Ronaldo's impact was decisive for Juve's 9th straight title
ROME (AP) — It's no exaggeration to say that Cristiano Ronaldo had more of an impact on Juventus’ record-extending ninth straight Serie A title than anyone else.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Miami Marlins postpone trip home amid fear of virus outbreak
MIAMI (AP) — The Miami Marlins scratched right-hander Jose Urena from his scheduled start Sunday in Philadelphia and delayed their postgame trip home amid concerns about a possible coronavirus outbreak within the team.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Story hits 2 HRs after Kluber exit, Rockies top Rangers 5-2
ARLINGTON, Texas (AP) — Trevor Story's big day for Colorado back home in Texas came after a big downer for his hometown team.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Astros' Verlander out at least two weeks with forearm strain
HOUSTON (AP) — Reigning AL Cy Young Award winner Justin Verlander has a strained right forearm and will be shut down for at least two weeks.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Giants beat Dodgers 3-1, gain split of season-opening series
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Mauricio Dubon singled home the go-ahead run in the sixth inning and the San Francisco Giants beat the Los Angeles Dodgers 3-1 on Sunday night.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
MLB returns with thrills; red flags remain after 1st weekend
NEW YORK (AP) — The World Series champion Washington Nationals stood six feet apart along the first base line and watched as a banner commemorating their title was raised, then took a knee alongside the New York Yankees in a call for social justice.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Diamondbacks rally against Padres' pen for 4-3 win
SAN DIEGO (AP) — Ketel Marte hit a go-ahead sacrifice fly off struggling Kirby Yates on Sunday, and Arizona rallied for four runs off San Diego’s vaunted bullpen to earn a 4-3 victory after the Diamondbacks' Torey Lovullo became the first manager to be ejected in the COVID-19 era.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Ronaldo's impact was decisive for Juve's 9th straight title
ROME (AP) — It's no exaggeration to say that Cristiano Ronaldo had more of an impact on Juventus’ record-extending ninth straight Serie A title than anyone else.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Lewis has 2 RBIs in 8th to lead Mariners over Astros 7-6
HOUSTON (AP) — Kyle Lewis hit a tiebreaking two-run single in the eighth inning to lift the Seattle Mariners over the Houston Astros 7-6 on Sunday, snapping a 15-game losing streak in the series.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Astros' Verlander out at least two weeks with forearm strain
HOUSTON (AP) — Reigning AL Cy Young Award winner Justin Verlander has a strained right forearm and will be shut down for at least two weeks.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Story hits 2 HRs after Kluber exit, Rockies top Rangers 5-2
ARLINGTON, Texas (AP) — Trevor Story's big day for Colorado back home in Texas came after a big downer for his hometown team.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Ronaldo scores again as Juventus seals 9th straight title
ROME (AP) — Before the break for the coronavirus pandemic. After the lockdown. And now for nine years running.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Chatwood dominates, Cubs hit 3 HRs in 9-1 romp over Brewers
CHICAGO (AP) — Tyler Chatwood turned in the sort of performance the Chicago Cubs thought he would deliver on a regular basis. The right-hander, who struggled with his control for much of his first two two seasons with the team, sure was locked in.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Miami Marlins postpone trip home amid fear of virus outbreak
MIAMI (AP) — The Miami Marlins scratched right-hander Jose Urena from his scheduled start Sunday in Philadelphia and delayed their postgame trip home amid concerns about a possible coronavirus outbreak within the team.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Kiermaier's triple in 10th lifts Rays over Blue Jays, 6-5
ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. (AP) — Kevin Kiermaier's first hit of the season, a two-run triple into the right field corner in the 10th inning, gave the Tampa Bay Rays a 6-5 victory over the Toronto Blue Jays on Sunday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Ruiz, Santander homer, Orioles hold off Red Sox 7-4
BOSTON (AP) — Rio Ruiz and Anthony Santander hit two-run home runs to help the Baltimore Orioles beat the Boston Red Sox 7-4 Sunday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Yanks don't let Nats toot own horn, beat 2019 champions 3-2
WASHINGTON (AP) — Gleyber Torres helped the New York Yankees prevent the Washington Nationals from tooting their own horn.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Marlins top Phillies 11-6 as specter of coronavirus looms
PHILADELPHIA (AP) — The Marlins never considered sitting out a game as health concerns rattled the clubhouse. Brian Anderson and Miguel Rojas eased the lineup pain for a day -- and they’ll have an extra night in Philadelphia to think about any potential scares ahead.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Indians' Carrasco wins first start since leukemia diagnosis
CLEVELAND (AP) — Carlos Carrasco looked toward home plate and clutched the ball in his right hand before firing a 95 mph fastball on the game's first pitch.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Immobile scores hat trick, nears single-season record
ROME (AP) — A hat trick moved Ciro Immobile within three goals of overtaking Gonzalo Higuain’s single-season record for Serie A with two matches remaining.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
German Cup draw goes ahead despite missing teams
BERLIN (AP) — The draw for the first round of the German Cup took place Sunday despite more than a third of the entries still having to be confirmed due to coronavirus-enforced delays.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Rangers' Kluber lasts 1 inning in 1st start in 15 months
ARLINGTON, Texas (AP) — Corey Kluber's Texas debut lasted just one inning.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Chayka steps down as Arizona GM a week before qualifier
GLENDALE, Ariz. (AP) — Arizona general manager John Chayka earned a contract extension early this season for building the Coyotes into playoff contenders in four short years.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Thorpe's scandal-tainted 1912 golds still resonate, amaze
STOCKHOLM, Sweden (AP) — It has been described as the first major international sports scandal, and still resonates more than a century later.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
AP source: Giants to release Pro Bowl PK Aldrick Rosas
A person with knowledge of the details says the New York Giants are going to release 2018 Pro Bowl placekicker Aldrick Rosas.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Red Sox's Rodriguez awaits test on COVID-related heart issue
BOSTON (AP) — Red Sox pitcher Eduardo Rodriguez said he is awaiting results of additional testing after doctors recently discovered an issue with his heart they believe is a result of his recent bout with COVID-19.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
United, Chelsea into CL; Bournemouth, Watford down from EPL
Manchester United and Chelsea qualified for the Champions League at the expense of Leicester on a frantic final day of the Premier League season on Sunday, while Bournemouth and Watford were relegated to end five-year stays in the top flight.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Spanish league cancels game involving club affected by virus
MADRID (AP) — The Spanish league said Sunday that it has decided that a second-division game postponed because of an outbreak of coronavirus cases will not be played.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Ozuna homers off Díaz, Braves beat Mets in new extras format
NEW YORK (AP) — Free-agent prize Marcell Ozuna introduced himself to new fans back in Atlanta with a big swing when it counted most.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Doggone it! Braves' Duvall drills cardboard pooch with HR
NEW YORK (AP) — A cardboard cutout of a dog at Citi Field got her paws on a home run ball Saturday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
In pandemic year, Wrigley Rooftops give rare opportunity
CHICAGO (AP) — Bottom of the first, two out.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Fans are key factor to save 3 kickoff games in Atlanta
ATLANTA (AP) — There is no room for negotiation on one key point as Atlanta organizers consider multiple contingency plans for three season-opening games during the coronavirus pandemic: Without fans, the games can't be played in Mercedes-Benz Stadium.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
White, NBC near end of busy Premier League stretch on Sunday
Arlo White didn't know what to expect when the Premier League season resumed with Project Restart. The only thing he knew was that it beat the alternatives.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Cobb strong in return to mound, Orioles beat Red Sox 7-2
BOSTON (AP) — Orioles pitcher Alex Cobb has been waiting a long time to tell his teammates "thank you" following a victory.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
McCullers returns, Astros top Seattle for 15th straight time
HOUSTON (AP) — Lance McCullers Jr. was solid in his return from Tommy John surgery, Yuli Gurriel and George Springer homered and the Houston Astros beat the Seattle Mariners for the 15th straight time, 7-2 on Saturday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Minus Strasburg, Nats top Yanks 9-2 on Robles' 3 hits, 4 RBI
WASHINGTON (AP) — Wearing a red muscle shirt with a drawing of a gold trumpet — this year’s answer to the “Baby Shark” phenomenon of 2019 — Washington Nationals center fielder Victor Robles sat down for his postgame video conference and announced, “Hi, guys!”
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Former Oklahoma football coach John Blake dies at 59
John Blake, the former Oklahoma football player and coach who was the school's first Black head coach in any sport, died Thursday. He was 59.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Georgia, Minnesota players win national prep honors
Football player Arik Gilbert and basketball player Paige Bueckers have been named national high school athletes of the year.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Holland fans side in new-rule 10th, Royals trim Indians 3-2
CLEVELAND (AP) — Greg Holland struck out the top of Cleveland's order to strand the tying run at second base and Maikel Franco hit a sacrifice fly in the 10th inning to give the Kansas City Royals a 3-2 win over the Indians on Saturday in just the third major …
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Giants beat Dodgers 5-4 for Kapler's 1st win as manager
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Wilmer Flores homered and the Giants beat the Los Angeles Dodgers 5-4 on Saturday to give Gabe Kapler his first win as San Francisco manager.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Gosselin homers twice, Wheeler sharp in Phillies' 7-1 win
PHILADELPHIA (AP) — Zack Wheeler’s wait to make his Phillies debut unexpectedly took longer than the one for his newborn son. Five days after Wesley Wheeler was born, dad took home a small souvenir — a game ball from his first win for Philly.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
García homers twice as White Sox pound Twins 10-3
CHICAGO (AP) — Leury García crashed a successful pitch-and-catch college reunion for Dallas Keuchel and James McCann.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Blackhawks goalie Crawford returns after positive virus test
Chicago Blackhawks goaltender Corey Crawford practiced Saturday after he missed the start of training camp following a positive COVID-19 test.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Machado, Myers homer to back Lamet as Padres beat Dbacks 5-1
SAN DIEGO (AP) — The patient San Diego Padres have worn down Arizona's pitching in winning their first two games.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Series MVP Strasburg misses 1st start with hand nerve issue
WASHINGTON (AP) — World Series MVP Stephen Strasburg was scratched from what was supposed to be his first start of the season for the Washington Nationals on Saturday night because of a nerve issue with his right hand.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Bundy makes impressive Angels debut, beating Athletics 4-1
OAKLAND, Calif. (AP) — Dylan Bundy pitched shutout ball into the seventh inning in his Angels debut and
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Red Stars play upstart Dash in Challenge Cup final
Even though its under dramatically different circumstances, the Chicago Red Stars are getting another chance at a National Women's Soccer League title.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Lowe's eighth-inning triple propels Rays over Blue Jays 4-1
ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. (AP) — Brandon Lowe’s two-run triple snapped an eighth-inning tie and sent the Tampa Bay Rays over the Toronto Blue Jays 4-1 on Saturday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Mahomes knows risk, feels safe in return to Chiefs' facility
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes was on every call involving the NFL Players Association and took a significant role in putting in place the return-to-play protocols for training camp.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Machado, Myers homer to back Lamet as Padres beat Dbacks 5-1
SAN DIEGO (AP) — The patient San Diego Padres have worn down Arizona's pitching in winning their first two games.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Minus Strasburg, Nats top Yanks 9-2 on Robles' 3 hits, 4 RBI
WASHINGTON (AP) — Wearing a red muscle shirt with a drawing of a gold trumpet — this year’s answer to the “Baby Shark” phenomenon of 2019 — Washington Nationals center fielder Victor Robles sat down for his postgame video conference and announced, “Hi, guys!”
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Holland fans side in new-rule 10th, Royals trim Indians 3-2
CLEVELAND (AP) — Greg Holland struck out the top of Cleveland's order to strand the tying run at second base and Maikel Franco hit a sacrifice fly in the 10th inning to give the Kansas City Royals a 3-2 win over the Indians on Saturday in just the third major …
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Holland fans side in 10th, Royals trim Indians 3-2
CLEVELAND (AP) — Greg Holland struck out the top of Cleveland's order to strand the tying run at second base and Maikel Franco hit a sacrifice fly in the 10th inning to give the Kansas City Royals a 3-2 win over the Indians on Saturday in just the third major …
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Ozuna homers off Díaz, Braves beat Mets in new extras format
NEW YORK (AP) — Free-agent prize Marcell Ozuna introduced himself to new fans back in Atlanta with a big swing when it counted most.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Giants beat Dodgers 5-4 for Kapler's 1st win as manager
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Wilmer Flores homered and the Giants beat the Los Angeles Dodgers 5-4 on Saturday to give Gabe Kapler his first win as San Francisco manager.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Gosselin homers twice, Wheeler sharp in Phillies' 7-1 win
PHILADELPHIA (AP) — Zack Wheeler’s wait to make his Phillies debut unexpectedly took longer than the one for his newborn son. Five days after Wesley Wheeler was born, dad took home a small souvenir — a game ball from his first win for Philly.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Red Stars play upstart Dash in Challenge Cup final
Even though its under dramatically different circumstances, the Chicago Red Stars are getting another chance at a National Women's Soccer League title.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
McCullers returns, Astros top Seattle for 15th straight time
HOUSTON (AP) — Lance McCullers Jr. was solid in his return from Tommy John surgery, Yuli Gurriel and George Springer homered and the Houston Astros beat the Seattle Mariners for the 15th straight time, 7-2 on Saturday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Bundy makes impressive Angels debut, beating Athletics 4-1
OAKLAND, Calif. (AP) — Dylan Bundy pitched shutout ball into the seventh inning in his Angels debut and
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Lowe's eighth-inning triple propels Rays over Blue Jays 4-1
ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. (AP) — Brandon Lowe’s two-run triple snapped an eighth-inning tie and sent the Tampa Bay Rays over the Toronto Blue Jays 4-1 on Saturday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
In pandemic year, Wrigley Rooftops give rare opportunity
CHICAGO (AP) — Bottom of the first, two out.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
García homers twice as White Sox pound Twins 10-3
CHICAGO (AP) — Leury García crashed a successful pitch-and-catch college reunion for Dallas Keuchel and James McCann.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Doggone it! Braves' Duvall drills cardboard pooch with HR
NEW YORK (AP) — A cardboard cutout of a dog at Citi Field got her paws on a home run ball Saturday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Cobb strong in return to mound, Orioles beat Red Sox 7-2
BOSTON (AP) — Orioles pitcher Alex Cobb has been waiting a long time to tell his teammates "thank you" following a victory.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Series MVP Strasburg misses 1st start with hand nerve issue
WASHINGTON (AP) — World Series MVP Stephen Strasburg was scratched from what was supposed to be his first start of the season for the Washington Nationals on Saturday night because of a nerve issue with his right hand.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Blackhawks goalie Crawford returns after positive virus test
Chicago Blackhawks goaltender Corey Crawford practiced Saturday after he missed the start of training camp following a positive COVID-19 test.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Mahomes knows risk, feels safe in return to Chiefs' facility
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes was on every call involving the NFL Players Association and took a significant role in putting in place the return-to-play protocols for training camp.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Nationals catcher Tres Barrera banned 80 games for drug test
WASHINGTON (AP) — Washington Nationals catcher Tres Barrera was suspended 80 games without pay by Major League Baseball on Saturday after testing positive for an anabolic steroid.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Mbappé has less than 3 weeks to recover for Atalanta game
PARIS (AP) — Paris Saint-Germain star Kylian Mbappé has less than three weeks to recover from a heavily sprained ankle in order to face Atalanta in the Champions League quarterfinals.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Buffalo to play home to Blue Jays considered a `Natural'
Big league ball in Buffalo, New York?
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Biggio HR, Blue Jays begin 2020 odyssey by beating Rays 6-4
ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. (AP) — Cavan Biggio hit a three-run homer and the Toronto Blue Jays began their still-in-progress odyssey by topping the Tampa Bay Rays 6-4 Friday night in a season opener.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
After rough start, MLS bubble in Florida seems to be working
Jeff Agoos arrived inside the Major League Soccer bubble in Florida in late June.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Fans are key factor to save 3 kickoff games in Atlanta
ATLANTA (AP) — There is no room for negotiation on one key point as Atlanta organizers consider multiple contingency plans for three season-opening games during the coronavirus pandemic: Without fans, the games can't be played in Mercedes-Benz Stadium.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Mbappé injury in final mars PSG winning 13th French Cup
PARIS (AP) — A tearful Kylian Mbappé limped off with an apparent ankle injury as Paris Saint-Germain beat 10-man Saint-Étienne 1-0 to win the French Cup on Friday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Hosmer drives in 6 to lead Padres over MadBum, Arizona 7-2
SAN DIEGO (AP) — Eric Hosmer hit three-run doubles in consecutive innings to ruin Madison Bumgarner's Arizona Diamondbacks debut and give the San Diego Padres a 7-2 victory Friday night in Jayce Tingler’s first game as manager.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Former Oklahoma football coach John Blake dies at 59
John Blake, the former Oklahoma football player and coach who was the school's first Black head coach in any sport, died Thursday. He was 59.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Opening impression: Moustakas leads Reds over Tigers 7-1
CINCINNATI (AP) — Mike Moustakas drove in four runs in an emphatic first impression, teaming with fellow Cincinnati newcomers Shogo Akiyama and Nick Castellanos to turn the Reds' long-delayed opener into a 7-1 victory over the Detroit Tigers on Friday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Georgia, Minnesota players win national prep honors
Football player Arik Gilbert and basketball player Paige Bueckers have been named national high school athletes of the year.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Stars season already strange before virus, now shot at No. 1
FRISCO, Texas (AP) — The Dallas Stars still have a chance to be a No. 1 seed in the NHL playoffs even though they haven't won a game in five months.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
White, NBC near end of busy Premier League stretch on Sunday
Arlo White didn't know what to expect when the Premier League season resumed with Project Restart. The only thing he knew was that it beat the alternatives.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Chiefs' Duvernay-Tardif first to opt out of 2020 NFL season
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — Offensive lineman Laurent Duvernay-Tardif became the first player to opt out of the upcoming NFL season on Friday, choosing to put his medical degree to use on the front lines of the coronavirus pandemic rather than helping the Kansas City Chiefs defend their first Super …
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Braves missing catchers Flowers, dÁrnaud with virus symptoms
The Atlanta Braves will be without their top two catchers, Tyler Flowers and Travis d'Arnaud, for Friday's opening game at the New York Mets after both players showed symptoms of the coronavirus.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Washington's Smith must pass physical before being cleared
Alex Smith could move one step closer to returning to the football field after a gruesome injury.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Indians wear road jerseys in home opener to honor minorities
CLEVELAND (AP) — For their delayed home opener, the Indians elected to wear their blue road jerseys with “Cleveland” on the front as a unified statement of solidarity for minorities as the team contemplates a name change.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
With no crowds, Wrigleyville has different feel for Cubs
CHICAGO (AP) — Laurie Shaw heard the roar of the crowd and let out a laugh.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Hendricks goes 9; Rizzo HRs, sanitizes; Cubs beat Brew 3-0
CHICAGO (AP) — Kyle Hendricks finished a three-hitter after new manager David Ross gave him one more batter, Anthony Rizzo homered and dished out hand sanitizer, and the Chicago Cubs started the season by beating the Milwaukee Brewers 3-0 on Friday night.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Dealing ace: Bieber strikes out 14 as Indians win opener 2-0
CLEVELAND (AP) — Shane Bieber is only 25, and that hardly seems fair. He's already an All-Star MVP, and it might not be too early to call him an ace.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
NWSL's virus protocols successful as tournament final nears
As Portland Thorns coach Mark Parsons got ready to head home after his team was eliminated from the Challenge Cup, he said he was honestly surprised the National Women's Soccer League pulled off the tournament.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Zion Williamson lawyer asks judge to disregard affidavit
Lawyers for New Orleans Pelicans rookie Zion Williamson asked a federal judge in North Carolina on Friday to disregard an affidavit alleging a $400,000 payment was made to Williamson's family before the former Duke star began his lone college season.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Baker wins debut, Astros top M's in 1st game post sign scam
HOUSTON (AP) — Dusty Baker has managed thousands of games in his big league career, and none were quite like his debut with the scandal-ridden Houston Astros.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Aguilar leads Marlins over Phillies 5-2 in Girardi's debut
PHILADELPHIA (AP) — Jesus Aguilar helped put the Miami Marlins in unfamiliar territory.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Martinez has 3 RBIs, Red Sox beat Orioles 13-2 in opener
BOSTON (AP) — For one night at least, the Boston Red Sox didn’t miss Mookie Betts’ bat.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Kershaw: Back issue 'not too serious,' expects return soon
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Dodgers ace Clayton Kershaw’s back issue that forced him to miss his opening day start is improving and he hopes to return soon.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
De Boer out as Atlanta United coach after dismal restart
ATLANTA (AP) — Frank de Boer is out as coach of Atlanta United.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Muncy homers twice, leads Stripling, Dodgers over Giants 9-1
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Max Muncy homered twice and doubled, Ross Stripling pitched seven neat innings and the Los Angeles Dodgers defeated the San Francisco Giants 9-1 on Friday night.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Hosmer drives in 6 to lead Padres over MadBum, Arizona 7-2
SAN DIEGO (AP) — Eric Hosmer hit three-run doubles in consecutive innings to ruin Madison Bumgarner's Arizona Diamondbacks debut and give the San Diego Padres a 7-2 victory Friday night in Jayce Tingler’s first game as manager.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Muncy homers twice, leads Stripling, Dodgers over Giants 9-1
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Max Muncy homered twice and doubled, Ross Stripling pitched seven neat innings and the Los Angeles Dodgers defeated the San Francisco Giants 9-1 on Friday night.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Baker wins debut, Astros top M's in 1st game post sign scam
HOUSTON (AP) — Dusty Baker has managed thousands of games in his big league career, and none were quite like his debut with the scandal-ridden Houston Astros.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Martinez has 3 RBIs, Red Sox beat Orioles 13-2 in opener
BOSTON (AP) — For one night at least, the Boston Red Sox didn’t miss Mookie Betts’ bat.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Dealing ace: Bieber strikes out 14 as Indians win opener 2-0
CLEVELAND (AP) — Shane Bieber is only 25, and that hardly seems fair. He's already an All-Star MVP, and it might not be too early to call him an ace.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Biggio HR, Blue Jays begin 2020 odyssey by beating Rays 6-4
ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. (AP) — Cavan Biggio hit a three-run homer and the Toronto Blue Jays began their still-in-progress odyssey by topping the Tampa Bay Rays 6-4 Friday night in a season opener.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Aguilar leads Marlins over Phillies 5-2 in Girardi's debut
PHILADELPHIA (AP) — Jesus Aguilar helped put the Miami Marlins in unfamiliar territory.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Chiefs' Duvernay-Tardif first to opt out of 2020 NFL season
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — Offensive lineman Laurent Duvernay-Tardif became the first player to opt out of the upcoming NFL season on Friday, choosing to put his medical degree to use on the front lines of the coronavirus pandemic rather than helping the Kansas City Chiefs defend their first Super …
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Bieber strikes out 14 as Indians blank Royals 2-0 in opener
CLEVELAND (AP) — From All-Star MVP to ace, and Shane Bieber's only getting better.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Hendricks goes 9; Rizzo HRs, sanitizes; Cubs beat Brew 3-0
CHICAGO (AP) — Kyle Hendricks finished a three-hitter after new manager David Ross gave him one more batter, Anthony Rizzo homered and dished out hand sanitizer, and the Chicago Cubs started the season by beating the Milwaukee Brewers 3-0 on Friday night.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Opening impression: Moustakas leads Reds over Tigers 7-1
CINCINNATI (AP) — Mike Moustakas drove in four runs in an emphatic first impression, teaming with fellow Cincinnati newcomers Shogo Akiyama and Nick Castellanos to turn the Reds' long-delayed opener into a 7-1 victory over the Detroit Tigers on Friday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Zion Williamson lawyer asks judge to disregard affidavit
Lawyers for New Orleans Pelicans rookie Zion Williamson asked a federal judge in North Carolina on Friday to disregard an affidavit alleging a $400,000 payment was made to Williamson's family before the former Duke star began his lone college season.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
With no crowds, Wrigleyville has different feel for Cubs
CHICAGO (AP) — Laurie Shaw heard the roar of the crowd and let out a laugh.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Washington's Smith must pass physical before being cleared
Alex Smith could move one step closer to returning to the football field after a gruesome injury.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Kershaw: Back issue 'not too serious,' expects return soon
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Dodgers ace Clayton Kershaw’s back issue that forced him to miss his opening day start is improving and he hopes to return soon.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Indians wear road jerseys in home opener to honor minorities
CLEVELAND (AP) — For their delayed home opener, the Indians elected to wear their blue road jerseys with “Cleveland” on the front as a unified statement of solidarity for minorities as the team contemplates a name change.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
NWSL's virus protocols successful as tournament final nears
As Portland Thorns coach Mark Parsons got ready to head home after his team was eliminated from the Challenge Cup, he said he was honestly surprised the National Women's Soccer League pulled off the tournament.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Mbappé injury in final mars PSG winning 13th French Cup
PARIS (AP) — A tearful Kylian Mbappé limped off with an apparent ankle injury as Paris Saint-Germain beat 10-man Saint-Étienne 1-0 to win the French Cup on Friday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Mbappé injured as PSG beats Saint-Étienne to win French Cup
PARIS (AP) — A tearful Kylian Mbappé limped off with an apparent ankle injury as Paris Saint-Germain beat 10-man Saint-Étienne 1-0 to win the French Cup on Friday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Stars season already strange before virus, now shot at No. 1
FRISCO, Texas (AP) — The Dallas Stars still have a chance to be a No. 1 seed in the NHL playoffs even though they haven't won a game in five months.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
After rough start, MLS bubble in Florida seems to be working
Jeff Agoos arrived inside the Major League Soccer bubble in Florida in late June.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
De Boer out as Atlanta United coach after dismal restart
ATLANTA (AP) — Frank de Boer is out as coach of Atlanta United.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Georgia, Minnesota players win national prep honors
Football player Arik Gilbert and basketball player Paige Bueckers have been named national high school athletes of the year.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
IOC apologizes, deletes tweet about 1936 Berlin Olympics
GENEVA (AP) — The IOC apologized on Friday and deleted a Twitter message which some saw as celebrating Nazi Germany’s hosting of the 1936 Olympics.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Braves missing catchers Flowers, dÁrnaud with virus symptoms
The Atlanta Braves will be without their top two catchers, Tyler Flowers and Travis d'Arnaud, for Friday's opening game at the New York Mets after both players showed symptoms of the coronavirus.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Nats star Juan Soto positive for COVID-19, out for opener
WASHINGTON (AP) — Highlighting the pitfalls of beginning the baseball season amid a pandemic, Washington Nationals slugger Juan Soto tested positive for COVID-19 and was put on the injured list Thursday, hours before the 2019 World Series champions were scheduled to face the New York Yankees on opening day.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Pelicans eye playoff push with or without Zion
With or without Zion Williamson, the New Orleans Pelicans think they'll be ready to resume their playoff push.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Leaner version of Jokic ready to carry load for Nuggets
The pictures on social media over the break revealed a leaner, more
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Blazers return key pieces in Nurkic and Collins for restart
The long NBA layoff because of the coronavirus has actually helped the Portland Trail Blazers.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
MLB teams kneel to back Black Lives Matter; Fauci's toss off
WASHINGTON (AP) — In a joint demonstration of support for the Black Lives Matter movement, players, managers and coaches of the New York Yankees and Washington Nationals knelt in unison before the opening game of the 2020 baseball season, then stood for the national anthem Thursday night.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Mitchell, Gobert patching up rift for playoff-bound Jazz
The Utah Jazz had plenty on their plate over the hiatus.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Case in points: MacKinnon up for hat trick of awards for Avs
DENVER (AP) — Nathan MacKinnon believes this just may be the best edition of the Colorado Avalanche he’s seen over his tenure.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Fans are key factor to save 3 kickoff games in Atlanta
ATLANTA (AP) — There is no room for negotiation on one key point as Atlanta organizers consider multiple contingency plans for three season-opening games during the coronavirus pandemic: Without fans, the games can't be played in Mercedes-Benz Stadium.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Betts gets debut souvenirs, Dodgers top Giants 8-1 in opener
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Mookie Betts singled in the seventh inning for his first hit as a Los Angeles Dodger, then signaled for the ball.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Suns longshot for playoffs but relish bubble experience
The Suns will basically be eliminated from the playoffs the minute they step on the floor in Florida.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Former Oklahoma football coach John Blake dies at 59
John Blake, the former Oklahoma football player and coach who was the school's first Black head coach in any sport, died Thursday. He was 59.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Dahl's health, wife's pregnancy gave him pause before season
On deck: Baby Dahl!
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Big league debuts to be made without family, friends on hand
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — The moment that young right-hander Brady Singer steps onto the mound for the Kansas City Royals on Saturday in Cleveland will no doubt be surreal, the culmination of a lifelong dream hatched as a boy growing up in Florida and fostered by family and friends …
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Kings enter NBA restart as long shot to end playoff drought
The Sacramento Kings understand they aren’t getting quite as much attention as the other contenders in the NBA bubble for the final playoff spot in the Western Conference.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Clippers look to pick up where they left off in NBA restart
Starting the season, then stopping because of a global pandemic, and then resuming. These are unprecedented times in the NBA, which would be an ideal backdrop for the Los Angeles Clippers to win their first championship.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Coyotes banking on two goalies when season resumes
GLENDALE, Ariz. (AP) — The Arizona Coyotes embraced a two-goalie system to start the season, relying on Darcy Kuemper and Antti Raanta to put them in the thick of the Western Conference playoff race.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Indians to meet with Native Americans on potential new name
CLEVELAND (AP) — Before the Cleveland Indians make a definitive decision on changing their name, they'll listen to those they may have most offended over the past 105 years.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Lakers won't allow bubble to burst their championship push
LeBron James and the Los Angeles Lakers were in rare form shortly before the coronavirus pandemic stopped the NBA season, and they're determined to find it again inside the bubble.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Fan-free baseball games no relief for Motor City's misery
DETROIT (AP) — Brass Rail Pizza Bar is close enough to Comerica Park to hear the roar of the crowd when the Detroit Tigers play.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Cole, Stanton lead Yanks past Nats 4-1 in stormy MLB opener
WASHINGTON (AP) — The coronavirus-shortened Major League Baseball season finally started amid the pandemic Thursday night with plenty of unusual elements — zero fans, umpires wearing masks, Washington star
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Fox taking fans to the ballgame with a virtual crowd
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Fox will be taking viewers out to the ballgame by adding a virtual crowd in parks during its baseball broadcasts this season.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Even flow: Shelton brings positivity and grit to Pirates
PITTSBURGH (AP) — The initial dream died quickly and quietly late in 1993 when surgeons opened up Derek Shelton's mangled right elbow and tried to piece it back together. It didn't take. At least not well enough for Shelton to continue his baseball career as a catcher who relied more …
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Dodgers ace Kershaw out with back issue, was starting opener
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Dodgers ace Clayton Kershaw went on the injured list because of a back issue hours before he was scheduled to start Thursday night for Los Angeles against the San Francisco Giants on opening day of the shortened season.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Hernandez 5 RBIs, Dodgers beat Giants 8-1 in fan-less opener
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Kiké Hernández homered and drove in five runs as the Los Angeles Dodgers beat the rival San Francisco Giants 8-1 in a fan-less ballpark as baseball’s shortened season opened on Thursday night.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
MLB teams kneel to back Black Lives Matter; Fauci's toss off
WASHINGTON (AP) — In a joint demonstration of support for the Black Lives Matter movement, players, managers and coaches of the New York Yankees and Washington Nationals knelt in unison before the opening game of the 2020 baseball season, then stood for the national anthem Thursday night.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Cole, Stanton lead Yanks past Nats 4-1 in stormy MLB opener
WASHINGTON (AP) — The coronavirus-shortened Major League Baseball season finally started amid the pandemic Thursday night with plenty of unusual elements — zero fans, umpires wearing masks, Washington star
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Former Oklahoma football coach John Blake dies at 59
John Blake, the former Oklahoma football player and coach who was the school's first Black head coach in any sport, died Thursday. He was 59.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Pelicans eye playoff push with or without Zion
With or without Zion Williamson, the New Orleans Pelicans think they'll be ready to resume their playoff push.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Yanks, Nats kneel in Black Lives Matter salute; Fauci's toss
WASHINGTON (AP) — The Nationals and Yankees knelt in unison before the first game of the baseball season as part of an opening day ceremony Thursday night that featured references to the Black Lives Matter movement, the coronavirus pandemic -- including an off-the-mark first pitch by Dr. Anthony Fauci -- …
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Coyotes banking on two goalies when season resumes
GLENDALE, Ariz. (AP) — The Arizona Coyotes embraced a two-goalie system to start the season, relying on Darcy Kuemper and Antti Raanta to put them in the thick of the Western Conference playoff race.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Dahl's health, wife's pregnancy gave him pause before season
On deck: Baby Dahl!
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Blazers return key pieces in Nurkic and Collins for restart
The long NBA layoff because of the coronavirus has actually helped the Portland Trail Blazers.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Case in points: MacKinnon up for hat trick of awards for Avs
DENVER (AP) — Nathan MacKinnon believes this just may be the best edition of the Colorado Avalanche he’s seen over his tenure.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Dodgers ace Kershaw out with back issue, was starting opener
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Dodgers ace Clayton Kershaw went on the injured list because of a back issue hours before he was scheduled to start Thursday night for Los Angeles against the San Francisco Giants on opening day of the shortened season.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Suns longshot for playoffs but relish bubble experience
The Suns will basically be eliminated from the playoffs the minute they step on the floor in Florida.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Kings enter NBA restart as long shot to end playoff drought
The Sacramento Kings understand they aren’t getting quite as much attention as the other contenders in the NBA bubble for the final playoff spot in the Western Conference.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Leaner version of Jokic ready to carry load for Nuggets
The pictures on social media over the break revealed a leaner, more
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Lakers won't allow bubble to burst their championship push
LeBron James and the Los Angeles Lakers were in rare form shortly before the coronavirus pandemic stopped the NBA season, and they're determined to find it again inside the bubble.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Mitchell, Gobert patching up rift for playoff-bound Jazz
The Utah Jazz had plenty on their plate over the hiatus.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Big league debuts to be made without family, friends on hand
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — The moment that young right-hander Brady Singer steps onto the mound for the Kansas City Royals on Saturday in Cleveland will no doubt be surreal, the culmination of a lifelong dream hatched as a boy growing up in Florida and fostered by family and friends …
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Even flow: Shelton brings positivity and grit to Pirates
PITTSBURGH (AP) — The initial dream died quickly and quietly late in 1993 when surgeons opened up Derek Shelton's mangled right elbow and tried to piece it back together. It didn't take. At least not well enough for Shelton to continue his baseball career as a catcher who relied more …
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Restart sets up Mavs' Doncic, Porzingis for playoff debuts
The NBA restart means Luka Doncic and Kristaps Porzingis are all but assured of making their playoff debuts in their first season on the court together with the Dallas Mavericks.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Clippers look to pick up where they left off in NBA restart
Starting the season, then stopping because of a global pandemic, and then resuming. These are unprecedented times in the NBA, which would be an ideal backdrop for the Los Angeles Clippers to win their first championship.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Celtics eager to find out what they can be entering restart
BOSTON (AP) — Before the COVID-19 pandemic forced the NBA to pause its season in March, the Celtics were a team still trying to figure out what it could be.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Indians won't miss beat without long-time drummer at opener
CLEVELAND (AP) — The Indians' drummer will pound on — sort of.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Red Sox shut down Rodriguez after coronavirus setback
BOSTON (AP) — Red Sox pitcher Eduardo Rodriguez will be shut down from all baseball activities for at least a week after he experienced a setback in his return from COVID-19.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Nats star Juan Soto positive for COVID-19, out for opener
WASHINGTON (AP) — Highlighting the pitfalls of beginning the baseball season amid a pandemic, Washington Nationals slugger Juan Soto tested positive for COVID-19 and was put on the injured list Thursday, hours before the 2019 World Series champions were scheduled to face the New York Yankees on opening day.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Fans are key factor to save 3 kickoff games in Atlanta
ATLANTA (AP) — There is no room for negotiation on one key point as Atlanta organizers consider multiple contingency plans for three season-opening games during the coronavirus pandemic: Without fans, the games can't be played in Mercedes-Benz Stadium.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Spurs' 22-year playoff streak on line as NBA restart begins
The San Antonio Spurs will try to extend the longest active playoff streak in North American major sports without LaMarcus Aldridge and with a decent mathematical chance to sneak into the final postseason spot in the Western Conference.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Ex-Redskins become Washington Football Team for 2020 season
The NFL team formerly known as the Redskins will go by the Washington Football Team for at least the 2020 season, giving the organization time to choose a new, full-time name.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
AP source: Ex-Redskins become 'Washington Football Team'
The NFL team formerly known as the Redskins will go by the Washington Football Team until a new name is chosen, a person with knowledge of the move told The Associated Press.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Orioles carry only 5 OFs into opener; Means starts on IL
The Orioles' opening day roster includes eight players poised to make their Baltimore debut and only five outfielders, including Dwight Smith Jr., who was reinstated from the injured list after arriving late to camp due to a positive test for COVID-19.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Release the Kraken: Seattle unveils name for NHL franchise
SEATTLE (AP) — The name Seattle Kraken seems to have had an air of inevitability around it even during the earliest days of the NHL expansion franchise.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Grizzlies eager to speed up rebuilding with West's 8th seed
The young Memphis Grizzlies want to finish what they started, and that's accelerating the rebuilding process by earning the franchise's first playoff berth since 2017.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Indians to meet with Native Americans on potential new name
CLEVELAND (AP) — Before the Cleveland Indians make a definitive decision on changing their name, they'll listen to those they may have most offended over the past 105 years.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
No Beal, Wall or Bertans for long-shot Wizards in NBA return
The Washington Wizards won’t have Bradley Beal, John Wall or Davis Bertans when the NBA returns amid the coronavirus pandemic -- and so the assumption is they won’t have much chance of making the playoffs, either.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
76ers counting on healthy Embiid, Simmons for title push
Joel Embiid “hated the idea” of returning to play at Walt Disney World.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Fox taking fans to the ballgame with a virtual crowd
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Fox will be taking viewers out to the ballgame by adding a virtual crowd in parks during its baseball broadcasts this season.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Rockets poised to make deep playoff run after delays
It took some time, but the Houston Rockets finally have their two stars back and are focused on making a deep run in the playoffs.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Thunder look to recapture February, March form in restart
The Oklahoma City Thunder were one of the hottest teams in the NBA before the pandemic hit.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
NBA-leading Bucks eager to recapture their pre-hiatus form
The Milwaukee Bucks believe they can build on the momentum they established while putting up the NBA’s best record before the pandemic-imposed hiatus — even if it has been months since they played a meaningful game.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Pacers playoff hopes could hinge on Oladipo's decision
INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — The Indiana Pacers are restarting this season the same way they opened it — fielding questions about Victor Oladipo's status.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Former Steeler, NCAA wrestling champion Haselrig dies at 54
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Carlton Haselrig, a Pro Bowl right guard for the Pittsburgh Steelers in the early 1990s who is also the only wrestler in NCAA history to win six individual national championships, died Wednesday. He was 54.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Spain's perfect comeback tainted by outbreak in 2nd division
MADRID (AP) — Spanish soccer came within hours of pulling off the perfect comeback during the coronavirus pandemic.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Following lengthy layoff, Penguins Hornqvist ready to battle
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Patience isn't a virtue that comes easy to Patric Hornqvist. It typically doesn't come at all.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Postponed Tokyo Olympics hit 1-year-to-go mark -- again
TOKYO (AP) — The Tokyo Olympics have hit the one-year-to-go mark — again. But few are in a mood to celebrate.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
P&G extends Olympic sponsorship, focusing on equality drive
LONDON (AP) — Procter & Gamble will use its Olympic and Paralympic sponsorship to campaign for racial equality after extending its backing of the games through 2028.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
MLB returns ball kids to lines after feedback from clubs
CHICAGO (AP) — It looks as if Christian Yelich is going to get some help. Same for Aaron Judge and the rest of baseball's corner outfielders.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Jeter says focusing with no fans will be key to success
MIAMI (AP) — Miami Marlins CEO Derek Jeter knows all about an empty ballpark and says success this season will require adapting to the absence of fans.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Walker, Graveman looking for career restart with Mariners
SEATTLE (AP) — Kendall Graveman and Taijuan Walker were looking for an opportunity to prove similar injuries hadn’t completely derailed their careers.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Royals' Dozier tests positive for COVID-19 before exhibition
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — Kansas City Royals outfielder Hunter Dozier has tested positive for COVID-19 and was placed on the injured list before the club played its final exhibition game against the Cardinals in St. Louis on Wednesday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Pandemic can't stop Uecker from 50th year in Brewers' booth
MILWAUKEE (AP) — Bob Uecker describes the most unique season of his half century as a Milwaukee Brewers' broadcaster with the wit that has helped make him one of the game’s most recognizable voices.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Betts gets $365M, 12-year deal with Dodgers through 2032
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Even before Mookie Betts played his first game in Dodger Blue, the superstar outfielder decided his future is in Los Angeles.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
AP sources: DAZN won't air MLB show this season
The DAZN streaming network won't air its “MLB ChangeUp” show this season, according to multiple people familiar with the decision.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
WNBA gets boost from return of some big-name stars
When the WNBA season begins this weekend inside its Florida bubble several familiar faces that were absent a year ago will be back on the court.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Record drought: Nats aim to be 1st repeat champ since Yanks
WASHINGTON (AP) — Manager Dave Martinez got a kick out of seeing World Series MVP Stephen Strasburg and other Washington Nationals finally open their
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Angels' Trout confirms he'll play this year with baby on way
ANAHEIM, Calif. (AP) — Mike Trout is confident enough in baseball's safety rules to stay on the field during the coronavirus pandemic.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Repeat Series champs: From 1907-08 Cubs to 1998-2000 Yanks
A look at managers, stars, season records and World Series opponents for Major League Baseball teams that have won at least two championships in a row:
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Bowyer heads to Kansas Speedway without his typical crowd
KANSAS CITY, Kan. (AP) — This is typically one of the busiest weeks of the year for Clint Bowyer, who grew up in the small southeast Kansas town of Emporia and began his racing career on the dirt surface of Lakeside Speedway just outside Kansas City.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Postponed Tokyo Olympics hit 1-year-to-go mark -- again
TOKYO (AP) — The Tokyo Olympics have hit the one-year-to-go mark — again. But few are in a mood to celebrate.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
AP sources: DAZN won't air MLB show this season
The DAZN streaming network won't air its “MLB ChangeUp” show this season, according to multiple people familiar with the decision.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Pandemic can't stop Uecker from 50th year in Brewers' booth
MILWAUKEE (AP) — Bob Uecker describes the most unique season of his half century as a Milwaukee Brewers' broadcaster with the wit that has helped make him one of the game’s most recognizable voices.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Angels' Trout confirms he'll play this year with baby on way
ANAHEIM, Calif. (AP) — Mike Trout is confident enough in baseball's safety rules to stay on the field during the coronavirus pandemic.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Following lengthy layoff, Penguins Hornqvist ready to battle
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Patience isn't a virtue that comes easy to Patric Hornqvist. It typically doesn't come at all.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Betts gets $365M, 12-year deal with Dodgers through 2032
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Even before Mookie Betts played his first game in Dodger Blue, the superstar outfielder decided his future is in Los Angeles.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
WNBA gets boost from return of some big-name stars
When the WNBA season begins this weekend inside its Florida bubble several familiar faces that were absent a year ago will be back on the court.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Former Steeler, NCAA wrestling champion Haselrig dies at 54
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Carlton Haselrig, a Pro Bowl right guard for the Pittsburgh Steelers in the early 1990s who is also the only wrestler in NCAA history to win six individual national championships, died Wednesday. He was 54.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Walker, Graveman looking for career restart with Mariners
SEATTLE (AP) — Kendall Graveman and Taijuan Walker were looking for an opportunity to prove similar injuries hadn’t completely derailed their careers.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Repeat Series champs: From 1907-08 Cubs to 1998-2000 Yanks
A look at managers, stars, season records and World Series opponents for Major League Baseball teams that have won at least two championships in a row:
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Royals' Dozier tests positive for COVID-19 before exhibition
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — Kansas City Royals outfielder Hunter Dozier has tested positive for COVID-19 and was placed on the injured list before the club played its final exhibition game against the Cardinals in St. Louis on Wednesday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Record drought: Nats aim to be 1st repeat champ since Yanks
WASHINGTON (AP) — Manager Dave Martinez got a kick out of seeing World Series MVP Stephen Strasburg and other Washington Nationals finally open their
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Former Steelers Pro Bowl lineman Carlton Haselrig dies at 54
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Carlton Haselrig, a Pro Bowl right guard for the Pittsburgh Steelers in the early 1990s who is also the only wrestler in NCAA history to win six individual national championships, died Wednesday. He was 54.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Bowyer heads to Kansas Speedway without his typical crowd
KANSAS CITY, Kan. (AP) — This is typically one of the busiest weeks of the year for Clint Bowyer, who grew up in the small southeast Kansas town of Emporia and began his racing career on the dirt surface of Lakeside Speedway just outside Kansas City.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Jeter says focusing with no fans will be key to success
MIAMI (AP) — Miami Marlins CEO Derek Jeter knows all about an empty ballpark and says success this season will require adapting to the absence of fans.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Korpi or Elvis? Blue Jackets running goaltender derby again
COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) — When the season began, no one in the Columbus Blue Jackets organization was sure either one of the two top goaltenders could be an everyday starter in the NHL.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Charlotte FC announced as name for new MLS team
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) — Charlotte's new Major League Soccer team is following the sport's traditional European and South American style of having just the city name and no formal nickname.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Spain's perfect comeback tainted by outbreak in 2nd division
MADRID (AP) — Spanish soccer came within hours of pulling off the perfect comeback during the coronavirus pandemic.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
MLB returns ball kids to lines after feedback from clubs
CHICAGO (AP) — It looks as if Christian Yelich is going to get some help. Same for Aaron Judge and the rest of baseball's corner outfielders.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
P&G extends Olympic sponsorship, focusing on equality drive
LONDON (AP) — Procter & Gamble will use its Olympic and Paralympic sponsorship to campaign for racial equality after extending its backing of the games through 2028.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
MLB players taking visible stance on social justice
PHOENIX (AP) — Major League Baseball hasn't always been at the forefront of the social justice movement in recent years, with leagues like the NBA and NFL usually taking center stage.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Relegation fight heads to last day of Premier League season
Aston Villa is out of the Premier League’s relegation zone for the first time in five months.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
NHL's training camps advantage for coaches hired midseason
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — Play a game, head for the airport. Take a day off, play another game. Squeeze in a practice when you can.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Panthers finalize contracts with all 7 defensive draft picks
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) — The Panthers now have all seven draft picks under contract.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Swiss soccer league takes congested season to last-day drama
GENEVA (AP) — About 90 minutes before UEFA’s midnight deadline on Aug. 3 to enter clubs in the next Champions League, Switzerland will be the last pandemic-delayed European league to complete its 2019-20 season.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Freeman's return will be closely watched after virus fight
Freddie Freeman is back and ready to anchor the Braves' lineup after a scary battle with COVID-19 earlier in summer camp.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Match promoter suit vs USSF halted by federal judge
NEW YORK (AP) — A match promoter’s lawsuit against the U.S. Soccer Federation for failing to sanction a proposed Spanish league match between Barcelona and Girona in Miami Gardens, Florida, has been stopped by a federal judge.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Hit or error? MLB official scorers work remotely thru virus
MIAMI (AP) — As an official scorer for Major League Baseball, Ron Jernick has worked at the World Series, the All-Star Game and the World Baseball Classic.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Indians players, owner meet to discuss potential name change
CLEVELAND (AP) — Cleveland's players met Tuesday with owner Paul Dolan to discuss a potential name change for the team, which has been called the Indians for the past 105 years.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Céspedes expects to be DH for Mets on opening day
Yoenis Céspedes expects to be the designated hitter for the New York Mets on Friday when they open the season against the Atlanta Braves.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Packers expect no more than 10,000-12,000 fans at home games
Green Bay Packers CEO Mark Murphy says he expects the team’s home games this season will have no more than 10,000-12,000 fans, if spectators are allowed at all.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Ex-South American soccer head stays in prison with virus
NEW YORK (AP) — A federal judge denied a request for compassionate release by the former head of South American soccer after he contracted the coronavirus while serving a nine-year prison sentence.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
High school sports face many obstacles as school year nears
The same pandemic-related questions that have bedeviled professional and college sports are front and center for high school administrators across the country -- and they are far more complicated.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
US view: Empty stadiums in World Cup qualifying not all bad
The fallout of the coronavirus pandemic could benefit the U.S. soccer team when World Cup qualifying begins in North and Central America and the Caribbean.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Coach pressed into backup goalkeeper duty for Thorns
Former German national team goalkeeper Nadine Angerer has unexpectedly found herself on the bench for the Portland Thorns, poised to play if needed as the team navigates the Challenge Cup tournament.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
MLB players taking visible stance on social justice
PHOENIX (AP) — Major League Baseball hasn't always been at the forefront of the social justice movement in recent years, with leagues like the NBA and NFL usually taking center stage.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Swiss soccer league takes congested season to last-day drama
GENEVA (AP) — About 90 minutes before UEFA’s midnight deadline on Aug. 3 to enter clubs in the next Champions League, Switzerland will be the last pandemic-delayed European league to complete its 2019-20 season.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Ex-South American soccer head stays in prison with virus
NEW YORK (AP) — A federal judge denied a request for compassionate release by the former head of South American soccer after he contracted the coronavirus while serving a nine-year prison sentence.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Coach pressed into backup goalkeeper duty for Thorns
Former German national team goalkeeper Nadine Angerer has unexpectedly found herself on the bench for the Portland Thorns, poised to play if needed as the team navigates the Challenge Cup tournament.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Céspedes expects to be DH for Mets on opening day
Yoenis Céspedes expects to be the designated hitter for the New York Mets on Friday when they open the season against the Atlanta Braves.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Indians players, owner meet to discuss potential name change
CLEVELAND (AP) — Cleveland's players met Tuesday with owner Paul Dolan to discuss a potential name change for the team, which has been called the Indians for the past 105 years.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Relegation fight heads to last day of Premier League season
Aston Villa is out of the Premier League’s relegation zone for the first time in five months.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Packers expect no more than 10,000-12,000 fans at home games
Green Bay Packers CEO Mark Murphy says he expects the team’s home games this season will have no more than 10,000-12,000 fans, if spectators are allowed at all.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Hit or error? MLB official scorers work remotely thru virus
MIAMI (AP) — As an official scorer for Major League Baseball, Ron Jernick has worked at the World Series, the All-Star Game and the World Baseball Classic.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
NHL's training camps advantage for coaches hired midseason
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — Play a game, head for the airport. Take a day off, play another game. Squeeze in a practice when you can.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Panthers finalize contracts with all 7 defensive draft picks
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) — The Panthers now have all seven draft picks under contract.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Match promoter suit vs USSF halted by federal judge
NEW YORK (AP) — A match promoter’s lawsuit against the U.S. Soccer Federation for failing to sanction a proposed Spanish league match between Barcelona and Girona in Miami Gardens, Florida, has been stopped by a federal judge.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Panthers sign rookies Gross-Matos, Pride to contracts
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) — The Panthers have signed
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Spain's 2nd tier may be decided by the courts after outbreak
MADRID (AP) — After a small outbreak of coronavirus cases threw Spain’s second division into chaos, the courts could end up deciding who gets promoted or relegated.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
'I always think about Cups' - Rejuvenated Malkin leads Pens
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Evgeni Malkin is already thinking about the future, the one where the hockey star in the family isn't the four-time All-Star forward for the Pittsburgh Penguins but his 4-year-old son, Nikita.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Orioles face prospect of opening without Means, Smith
The Baltimore Orioles placed outfielder Dwight Smith Jr. on the 10-day injured list Monday, and manager Brandon Hyde isn't sure if left-hander John Means will be able to start the opener at Boston on Friday night.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Strasburg gets feel for pitching on the road in a pandemic
With all the protocols in place, Stephen Strasburg got a good feel Monday night for what pitching on the road will entail this season during the coronavirus pandemic.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Lost and found: Zimmer makes surprise comeback with Indians
CLEVELAND (AP) — Seemingly lost, somewhat forgotten, Bradley Zimmer has found his way back to the Cleveland Indians.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Chaos in Spain as 2nd-tier game suspended after outbreak
MADRID (AP) — An outbreak of positive COVID-19 tests among players of a second-division club has created chaos in Spanish soccer.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
High school sports face many obstacles as school year nears
The same pandemic-related questions that have bedeviled professional and college sports are front and center for high school administrators across the country -- and they are far more complicated.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Strasburg gets feel for pitching on the road in a pandemic
With all the protocols in place, Stephen Strasburg got a good feel Monday night for what pitching on the road will entail this season during the coronavirus pandemic.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Chaos in Spain as 2nd-tier game suspended after outbreak
MADRID (AP) — An outbreak of positive COVID-19 tests among players of a second-division club has created chaos in Spanish soccer.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Marlins' Rojas says team is poised to make big progress
Miami Marlins shortstop Miguel Rojas talked Monday about the ways the 2020 season will be different for players, with little clubhouse interaction, seats in the stands and postgame meals via hotel room service.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
'I always think about Cups' - Rejuvenated Malkin leads Pens
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Evgeni Malkin is already thinking about the future, the one where the hockey star in the family isn't the four-time All-Star forward for the Pittsburgh Penguins but his 4-year-old son, Nikita.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Orioles face prospect of opening without Means, Smith
The Baltimore Orioles placed outfielder Dwight Smith Jr. on the 10-day injured list Monday, and manager Brandon Hyde isn't sure if left-hander John Means will be able to start the opener at Boston on Friday night.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Chiefs rookies report for training camp unlike any other
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — This was supposed to be the day that a bunch of wide-eyed rookies reported for their first training camp with the Kansas City Chiefs, lugging televisions and fans and other comfort items into the dormitories at Missouri Western State University.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Braves remove 'Chop On' sign, slogan, but no call on chant
ATLANTA (AP) — The Atlanta Braves have removed a “Chop On” sign that sat near an entrance to Truist Park and are still considering their stance on the fans' tomahawk chop chant.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Copa Libertadores to restart in September after 6-month halt
SAO PAULO (AP) — The Copa Libertadores will restart on Sept. 15 after being suspended for almost six months due to the coronavirus pandemic.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
When is a slump worse than a slump? When there are 60 games
Just as sure as someone could take advantage of this year’s pandemic-truncated,
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Dress rehearsal: MLB holds first COVID-era exhibitions
NEW YORK (AP) — Didi Gregorius watched over the top of his face mask as his drive off Washington ace Max Scherzer sailed into empty outfield seats.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Yanks' P Germán not retiring, apologizes for misleading post
NEW YORK (AP) — Suspended Yankees pitcher Domingo Germán says he is not retiring from baseball and apologized for suggesting as much in an Instagram post a night earlier.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Leganés ends Madrid's perfect run but can't avoid relegation
MADRID (AP) — Real Madrid ended its Spanish league title-winning campaign with a 2-2 draw that relegated Leganés after four straight seasons in the first division.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Yanks' LeMahieu unsure for opener after positive COVID test
NEW YORK (AP) — Yankees second baseman DJ LeMahieu isn't sure if he'll be ready for Thursday’s season opener after missing much of preseason camp because of a positive coronavirus test, while third baseman Gio Urshela appeared to be OK after he was hurt during warmups before an exhibition game …
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Pandemic MLB exhibition games have make-it-up-as-you-go feel
A seventh-inning stretch without fans at Yankee Stadium was far from the oddest happening on the second day of summer exhibitions in the majors.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Freeman prayed 'Please don't take me' during COVID-19 fight
ATLANTA (AP) — Freddie Freeman doesn't know if he has time to be ready for the Atlanta Braves' opener.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
High school sports face many obstacles as school year nears
The same pandemic-related questions that have bedeviled professional and college sports are front and center for high school administrators across the country -- and they are far more complicated.
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Film tracks Rulon Gardner's highs, lows in years since gold
Rulon Gardner is living a quiet life, just the way he likes it.
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Brothers in arms; Indians show support for social justice
PITTSBURGH (AP) — The Cleveland Indians took three separate buses to PNC Park before Saturday's exhibition against the Pittsburgh Pirates, a move designed to maintain proper social distancing while also trying to pull off a Major League Baseball season during the COVID-19 pandemic.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Ex-football player receives 20-year sentence on drug charge
RALEIGH, N.C. (AP) — A former college football player who went to trial for violating North Carolina’s sports agent law has received a 20-year prison sentence on a drug conviction in Georgia following a probation violation.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Fans see 1st Nats exho from balcony; Harper HRs off Scherzer
WASHINGTON (AP) — As Max Scherzer and the reigning champion Washington Nationals hosted baseball’s first exhibition game in more than four months Saturday, a handful of fans watched from afar -- really far, seated on a high-rise building’s glass balconies beyond left field.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Pandemic MLB exhibition games have make-it-up-as-you-go feel
A seventh-inning stretch without fans at Yankee Stadium was far from the oddest happening on the second day of summer exhibitions in the majors.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Robles works out with Nats, Pirates lose prospect to virus
The defending World Series champion Washington Nationals are happy to have their starting center fielder finally in camp, the New York Yankees and Mets got key players back in the lineup and Pittsburgh will start the season without one of their top prospects.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Robles works out with Nats, Tigers tab Boyd opening starter
The defending World Series champion Washington Nationals are happy to have their starting center fielder finally in camp and the Detroit Tigers have named their opening day starter.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Leganés ends Madrid's perfect run but can't avoid relegation
MADRID (AP) — Real Madrid ended its Spanish league title-winning campaign with a 2-2 draw that relegated Leganés after four straight seasons in the first division.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
High school sports face many obstacles as school year nears
The same pandemic-related questions that have bedeviled professional and college sports are front and center for high school administrators across the country -- and they are far more complicated.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Daniel Bard makes Rockies roster after seven-year absence
DENVER (AP) — Daniel Bard never ran from the mental hiccups that derailed a promising pitching career with the Boston Red Sox.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Dress rehearsal: MLB holds first COVID-era exhibitions
NEW YORK (AP) — Didi Gregorius watched over the top of his face mask as his drive off Washington ace Max Scherzer sailed into empty outfield seats.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Lamont reluctant to let UConn football travel to hot spots
HARTFORD, Conn. (AP) — Connecticut Gov. Ned Lamont said Thursday he would be reluctant to allow UConn's football team to travel to any state with a high coronavirus infection rate this fall.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Yanks' P Germán not retiring, apologizes for misleading post
NEW YORK (AP) — Suspended Yankees pitcher Domingo Germán says he is not retiring from baseball and apologized for suggesting as much in an Instagram post a night earlier.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
MLB's testing sweep brings some success but optics are issue
PHOENIX (AP) — Major League Baseball's COVID-19 testing sweep appears to be having some success even as large swaths of the United States continue to struggle with containing the fast-spreading virus.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Yanks' LeMahieu unsure for opener after positive COVID test
NEW YORK (AP) — Yankees second baseman DJ LeMahieu isn't sure if he'll be ready for Thursday’s season opener after missing much of preseason camp because of a positive coronavirus test, while third baseman Gio Urshela appeared to be OK after he was hurt during warmups before an exhibition game …
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Freeman prayed 'Please don't take me' during COVID-19 fight
ATLANTA (AP) — Freddie Freeman doesn't know if he has time to be ready for the Atlanta Braves' opener.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Royals keep tweaking roster as 60-game season approaches
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — The Kansas City Royals had the entire offseason, all of spring training and, thanks to the coronavirus pandemic putting sports on hold, much of the summer to consider ways to tweak and improve their roster going forward.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Play ball? Experts send mixed signals on MLB 60-game season
NEW YORK (AP) — Thirty baseball teams from 28 cities, trying to play 60 games each amid a coronavirus pandemic that seemingly hasn’t peaked in the United States.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Film tracks Rulon Gardner's highs, lows in years since gold
Rulon Gardner is living a quiet life, just the way he likes it.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Brothers in arms; Indians show support for social justice
PITTSBURGH (AP) — The Cleveland Indians took three separate buses to PNC Park before Saturday's exhibition against the Pittsburgh Pirates, a move designed to maintain proper social distancing while also trying to pull off a Major League Baseball season during the COVID-19 pandemic.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Ex-football player receives 20-year sentence on drug charge
RALEIGH, N.C. (AP) — A former college football player who went to trial for violating North Carolina’s sports agent law has received a 20-year prison sentence on a drug conviction in Georgia following a probation violation.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Fans see 1st Nats exho from balcony; Harper HRs off Scherzer
WASHINGTON (AP) — As Max Scherzer and the reigning champion Washington Nationals hosted baseball’s first exhibition game in more than four months Saturday, a handful of fans watched from afar -- really far, seated on a high-rise building’s glass balconies beyond left field.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Brothers in arms; Indians show support for social justice
PITTSBURGH (AP) — The Cleveland Indians took three separate buses to PNC Park before Saturday's exhibition against the Pittsburgh Pirates, a move designed to maintain proper social distancing while also trying to pull off a Major League Baseball season during the COVID-19 pandemic.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Fans see 1st Nats exho from balcony; Harper HRs off Scherzer
WASHINGTON (AP) — As Max Scherzer and the reigning champion Washington Nationals hosted baseball’s first exhibition game in more than four months Saturday, a handful of fans watched from afar -- really far, seated on a high-rise building’s glass balconies beyond left field.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Yanks' LeMahieu unsure for opener after positive COVID test
NEW YORK (AP) — Yankees second baseman DJ LeMahieu isn't sure if he'll be ready for Thursday’s season opener after missing much of preseason camp because of a positive coronavirus test, while third baseman Gio Urshela appeared to be OK after he was hurt during warmups before an exhibition game …
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Yanks' P Germán not retiring, apologizes for misleading post
NEW YORK (AP) — Suspended Yankees pitcher Domingo Germán says he is not retiring from baseball and apologized for suggesting as much in an Instagram post a night earlier.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Dress rehearsal: MLB holds first COVID-era exhibitions
NEW YORK (AP) — Didi Gregorius watched over the top of his face mask as his drive off Washington ace Max Scherzer sailed into empty outfield seats.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Freeman prayed 'Please don't take me' during COVID-19 fight
ATLANTA (AP) — Freddie Freeman doesn't know if he has time to be ready for the Atlanta Braves' opener.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Yanks' LeMahieu unsure for opener; Urshela hurt in warmups
NEW YORK (AP) — Yankees second baseman DJ LeMahieu isn't sure if he'll be ready for Thursday’s season opener after missing much of preseason camp because of a positive coronavirus test, and third baseman Gio Urshela's status is unclear after he was hurt during warmups before an exhibition game Saturday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Yankees' LeMahieu uncertain for opener after COVID absence
NEW YORK (AP) — Yankees second baseman DJ LeMahieu isn't sure if he'll be ready for Thursday’s season opener after missing much of preseason camp because of a positive coronavirus test.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Play ball? Experts send mixed signals on MLB 60-game season
NEW YORK (AP) — Thirty baseball teams from 28 cities, trying to play 60 games each amid a coronavirus pandemic that seemingly hasn’t peaked in the United States.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Daniel Bard makes Rockies roster after seven-year absence
DENVER (AP) — Daniel Bard never ran from the mental hiccups that derailed a promising pitching career with the Boston Red Sox.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Brewers' Woodruff easy choice to start season opener
MILWAUKEE (AP) — Milwaukee Brewers right-hander Brandon Woodruff is following up his first All-Star appearance by getting his first opportunity to start a season opener.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Washington owner Snyder vows culture change amid allegations
Washington NFL owner Dan Snyder said Friday he's committed to improving the culture inside the team after allegations of sexual harassment, while the league will wait for a law firm's review before taking action.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Lamont reluctant to let UConn football travel to hot spots
HARTFORD, Conn. (AP) — Connecticut Gov. Ned Lamont said Thursday he would be reluctant to allow UConn's football team to travel to any state with a high coronavirus infection rate this fall.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
MLB's testing sweep brings some success but optics are issue
PHOENIX (AP) — Major League Baseball's COVID-19 testing sweep appears to be having some success even as large swaths of the United States continue to struggle with containing the fast-spreading virus.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Missouri's Drinkwitz takes side in mask-or-no-mask debate
COLUMBIA, Mo. (AP) — Eli Drinkwitz has been the head coach at Missouri for just over seven months.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Mariners know patience is key with top prospect Kelenic
SEATTLE (AP) — Even though he only turned 21 this week, Seattle Mariners outfielder Jarred Kelenic doesn’t lack for confidence. Or swagger.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
St. Thomas can go D1; Minn. school was ousted from D3 league
The NCAA gave the University of St. Thomas permission Wednesday to jump directly from Division III to Division I, the final clearance for a bold move born out of the Minnesota private school's
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Royals keep tweaking roster as 60-game season approaches
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — The Kansas City Royals had the entire offseason, all of spring training and, thanks to the coronavirus pandemic putting sports on hold, much of the summer to consider ways to tweak and improve their roster going forward.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Bengals receiver A.J. Green signs 1-year franchise deal
CINCINNATI (AP) — Receiver A.J. Green signed his one-year, $17.9 million contract Friday after the deadline passed for agreeing to a long-term deal with the Cincinnati Bengals.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Red Sox LHP Rodriguez in Boston in step toward returning
BOSTON (AP) — Red Sox left-hander Eduardo Rodríguez, who had been the team’s likely opening day starter before testing positive for COVID-19, is in Boston and making progress toward working out with the team, manager Ron Roenicke said Friday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Faces in the crowd: Cutouts provide virtual MLB audience
Gabby Adamo loved the Chicago White Sox so much it influenced how she dressed and even how she drank her favorite beverages.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
FA Cup: Young coaches out to eclipse serial winner Guardiola
The FA Cup is down to the semifinal stage, offering three young managers a great chance to collect a first piece of English silverware in their coaching careers.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Film tracks Rulon Gardner's highs, lows in years since gold
Rulon Gardner is living a quiet life, just the way he likes it.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Ex-football player receives 20-year sentence on drug charge
RALEIGH, N.C. (AP) — A former college football player who went to trial for violating North Carolina’s sports agent law has received a 20-year prison sentence on a drug conviction in Georgia following a probation violation.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Royals keep tweaking roster as 60-game season approaches
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — The Kansas City Royals had the entire offseason, all of spring training and, thanks to the coronavirus pandemic putting sports on hold, much of the summer to consider ways to tweak and improve their roster going forward.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Film tracks Rulon Gardner's highs, lows in years since gold
Rulon Gardner is living a quiet life, just the way he likes it.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Daniel Bard makes Rockies roster after seven-year absence
DENVER (AP) — Daniel Bard never ran from the mental hiccups that derailed a promising pitching career with the Boston Red Sox.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Ex-football player receives 20-year sentence on drug charge
RALEIGH, N.C. (AP) — A former college football player who went to trial for violating North Carolina’s sports agent law has received a 20-year prison sentence on a drug conviction in Georgia following a probation violation.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Brewers' Woodruff easy choice to start season opener
MILWAUKEE (AP) — Milwaukee Brewers right-hander Brandon Woodruff is following up his first All-Star appearance by getting his first opportunity to start a season opener.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Red Sox LHP Rodriguez in Boston in step toward returning
BOSTON (AP) — Red Sox left-hander Eduardo Rodríguez, who had been the team’s likely opening day starter before testing positive for COVID-19, is in Boston and making progress toward working out with the team, manager Ron Roenicke said Friday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
MLB's testing sweep brings some success but optics are issue
PHOENIX (AP) — Major League Baseball's COVID-19 testing sweep appears to be having some success even as large swaths of the United States continue to struggle with containing the fast-spreading virus.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Mariners know patience is key with top prospect Kelenic
SEATTLE (AP) — Even though he only turned 21 this week, Seattle Mariners outfielder Jarred Kelenic doesn’t lack for confidence. Or swagger.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Bengals receiver A.J. Green signs 1-year franchise deal
CINCINNATI (AP) — Receiver A.J. Green signed his one-year, $17.9 million contract Friday after the deadline passed for agreeing to a long-term deal with the Cincinnati Bengals.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Faces in the crowd: Cutouts provide virtual MLB audience
Gabby Adamo loved the Chicago White Sox so much it influenced how she dressed and even how she drank her favorite beverages.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Washington owner Snyder vows culture change amid allegations
Washington NFL owner Dan Snyder said Friday he's committed to improving the culture inside the team after allegations of sexual harassment, while the league will wait for a law firm's review before taking action.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
FA Cup: Young coaches out to eclipse serial winner Guardiola
The FA Cup is down to the semifinal stage, offering three young managers a great chance to collect a first piece of English silverware in their coaching careers.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Leicester, Man Utd win to guarantee final-day shootout in PL
The race to secure the final two Champions League qualification spots from the Premier League is going to the last day of the season.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
As MLB 60-game season draws near, careful optimism prevails
With the start of Major League Baseball's shortened season a week away, games in empty stadiums and strange extra-inning rules are on the verge of becoming reality.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Lamont reluctant to let UConn football travel to hot spots
HARTFORD, Conn. (AP) — Connecticut Gov. Ned Lamont said Thursday he would be reluctant to allow UConn's football team to travel to any state with a high coronavirus infection rate this fall.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Kyle Hendricks to start on opening day for Chicago Cubs
It was quite a moment for Kyle Hendricks and David Ross.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Missouri's Drinkwitz takes side in mask-or-no-mask debate
COLUMBIA, Mo. (AP) — Eli Drinkwitz has been the head coach at Missouri for just over seven months.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
St. Thomas can go D1; Minn. school was ousted from D3 league
The NCAA gave the University of St. Thomas permission Wednesday to jump directly from Division III to Division I, the final clearance for a bold move born out of the Minnesota private school's
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
After beating cancer, Hill won't let COVID-19 stop him
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — Not long ago, Tim Hill was wrapping up eight brutal months of chemotherapy to treat colon cancer.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
'Yes we exist' - Black fans eye NASCAR's work to diversify
Kevin Johnson became enamored with NASCAR as a kid through clips on “
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Browns' Garrett vows to not let 'one moment' define him
CLEVELAND (AP) — Myles Garrett knows his shocking, helmet-swinging assault on Steelers quarterback Mason Rudolph last season will always follow him. It's part of his legacy, unwanted or not.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Real Madrid clinches Spanish league title with win
MADRID (AP) — There was Zinedine Zidane again, being thrown into the air by his Real Madrid players in another title celebration.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Ballparks to use crowd noise from video game during season
Big league players will still hear the roar of the crowd even though the stands will be empty when the baseball season opens next week.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Post reports misconduct allegations against DC NFL team
The Washington Post
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Zidane key to Madrid’s 1st league title without Ronaldo
MADRID (AP) — After a humiliating 7-3 loss to rival Atlético Madrid in a preseason friendly in the United States, Zinedine Zidane insisted his Real Madrid would be just fine once the real competitions began.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Zion Williamson leaves Pelicans for 'family medical matter'
Zion Williamson left the New Orleans Pelicans on Thursday to attend to what the club described as an “urgent family medical matter.”
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
'Welcome back': Nats get Soto, Kendrick in camp after delay
WASHINGTON (AP) — Juan Soto and Howie Kendrick found pictures of themselves and a “Welcome back” message waiting in the home clubhouse at Nationals Park when they finally joined the World Series champions for “summer camp” and played in an intrasquad scrimmage Thursday night.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
'Yes we exist' - Black fans eye NASCAR's work to diversify
Kevin Johnson became enamored with NASCAR as a kid through clips on “
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
After beating cancer, Hill won't let COVID-19 stop him
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — Not long ago, Tim Hill was wrapping up eight brutal months of chemotherapy to treat colon cancer.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Post reports misconduct allegations against DC NFL team
The Washington Post
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
'Welcome back': Nats get Soto, Kendrick in camp after delay
WASHINGTON (AP) — Juan Soto and Howie Kendrick found pictures of themselves and a “Welcome back” message waiting in the home clubhouse at Nationals Park when they finally joined the World Series champions for “summer camp” and played in an intrasquad scrimmage Thursday night.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Ballparks to use crowd noise from video game during season
Big league players will still hear the roar of the crowd even though the stands will be empty when the baseball season opens next week.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Zidane key to Madrid’s 1st league title without Ronaldo
MADRID (AP) — After a humiliating 7-3 loss to rival Atlético Madrid in a preseason friendly in the United States, Zinedine Zidane insisted his Real Madrid would be just fine once the real competitions began.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
As MLB 60-game season draws near, careful optimism prevails
With the start of Major League Baseball's shortened season a week away, games in empty stadiums and strange extra-inning rules are on the verge of becoming reality.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Lamont reluctant to let UConn football travel to hot spots
HARTFORD, Conn. (AP) — Connecticut Gov. Ned Lamont said Thursday he would be reluctant to allow UConn's football team to travel to any state with a high coronavirus infection rate this fall.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Leicester, Man Utd win to guarantee final-day shootout in PL
The race to secure the final two Champions League qualification spots from the Premier League is going to the last day of the season.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
After beating cancer, KC's Hill won't let COVID-19 stop him
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — Not long ago, Royals pitcher Tim Hill was wrapping up eight brutal months of chemotherapy to treat colon cancer.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Real Madrid clinches Spanish league title
MADRID (AP) — Real Madrid clinches Spanish league title.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Browns' Garrett vows to not let 'one moment' define him
CLEVELAND (AP) — Myles Garrett knows his shocking, helmet-swinging assault on Steelers quarterback Mason Rudolph last season will always follow him. It's part of his legacy, unwanted or not.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Kyle Hendricks to start on opening day for Chicago Cubs
It was quite a moment for Kyle Hendricks and David Ross.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Washington NFL team hires law firm to review culture
Owner Dan Snyder has hired a District of Columbia law firm to review the Washington NFL team’s culture, policies and allegations of workplace misconduct.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Zion Williamson leaves Pelicans for 'family medical matter'
Zion Williamson left the New Orleans Pelicans on Thursday to attend to what the club described as an “urgent family medical matter.”
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
After Man City, UEFA back in court for Trabzonspor ban case
GENEVA (AP) — Another European soccer club banned from the Champions League for breaking financial monitoring rules challenged UEFA at sport’s highest court on Thursday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Astros planning to be without reliever Smith this season
HOUSTON (AP) — Manager Dusty Baker doesn’t expect reliever Joe Smith to play for the Houston Astros this season.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Reds hope search for leadoff hitter ends with Akiyama
PHOENIX (AP) — The Cincinnati Reds hope their long-running search for a consistent leadoff hitter comes to an end with Shogo Akiyama.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Longtime Washington broadcaster Larry Michael leaves team
Longtime Washington broadcaster Larry Michael announced Wednesday he's leaving the team after 16 years, the latest in a series of changes within the organization.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Oladipo backtracks on sitting out rest of season with Pacers
Victor Oladipo is having second thoughts about calling it a season.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
'Luck in disguise': Layoff helps Blue Jackets get healthy
COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) — Considering they are about to resume the season amid a pandemic, the Columbus Blue Jackets are healthier than they’ve been in a long while.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Texas keeps 'The Eyes of Texas' despite athlete demands
The University of Texas announced a series of steps Monday intended to make itself more welcoming to its Black students but stopped short of shelving “The Eyes of Texas” song that a number of athletes have said needs to go because it has racist undertones.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Liverpool loses, Man City out-shot on unusual night in EPL
As the longest ever English soccer season rumbles on, some unusual things are starting to happen in the Premier League.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Judge puts off Napout request for compassionate release
NEW YORK (AP) — A federal judge put off for two weeks deciding on a request for compassionate release from prison by the former head of South American soccer.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
New Era asks to pull out of Bills stadium naming rights deal
BUFFALO, N.Y. (AP) — New Era Field will no longer be the name of the Buffalo Bills home stadium, after the global sports headware and clothing apparel company asked to be released from its naming rights and sponsorship agreement.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Missouri's Drinkwitz takes side in mask-or-no-mask debate
COLUMBIA, Mo. (AP) — Eli Drinkwitz has been the head coach at Missouri for just over seven months.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
St. Thomas can go D1; Minn. school was ousted from D3 league
The NCAA gave the University of St. Thomas permission Wednesday to jump directly from Division III to Division I, the final clearance for a bold move born out of the Minnesota private school's
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Browns sign Garrett to 5-year, $125 million extension
CLEVELAND (AP) — Myles Garrett's on-field misbehavior last season damaged his public image. It didn't change how the Cleveland Browns feel about him.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Browns sign rookie safety Delpit, last of team's 2020 class
CLEVELAND (AP) — The Browns signed LSU safety Grant Delpit to his rookie deal on Wednesday, meaning all of Cleveland's 2020 draft class is under contract.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Mets' deGrom, Cubs' Rizzo dealing with back issues
CHICAGO (AP) — Opening day is next week, and there is some unease for New York Mets ace Jacob deGrom and Chicago Cubs first baseman Anthony Rizzo because of back issues. It looks as if New York Yankees star Aaron Judge is feeling much better.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Astros planning to be without reliever Smith this season
HOUSTON (AP) — Manager Dusty Baker doesn’t expect reliever Joe Smith to play for the Houston Astros this season.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Browns sign rookie safety Delpit, last of team's 2020 class
CLEVELAND (AP) — The Browns signed LSU safety Grant Delpit to his rookie deal on Wednesday, meaning all of Cleveland's 2020 draft class is under contract.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
New Era asks to pull out of Bills stadium naming rights deal
BUFFALO, N.Y. (AP) — New Era Field will no longer be the name of the Buffalo Bills home stadium, after the global sports headware and clothing apparel company asked to be released from its naming rights and sponsorship agreement.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Longtime Washington broadcaster Larry Michael leaves team
Longtime Washington broadcaster Larry Michael announced Wednesday he's leaving the team after 16 years, the latest in a series of changes within the organization.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Liverpool loses, Man City out-shot on unusual night in EPL
As the longest ever English soccer season rumbles on, some unusual things are starting to happen in the Premier League.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
St. Thomas can go D1; Minn. school was ousted from D3 league
The NCAA gave the University of St. Thomas permission Wednesday to jump directly from Division III to Division I, the final clearance for a bold move born out of the Minnesota private school's
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Oladipo backtracks on sitting out rest of season with Pacers
Victor Oladipo is having second thoughts about calling it a season.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Browns sign Garrett to 5-year, $125 million extension
CLEVELAND (AP) — Myles Garrett's on-field misbehavior last season damaged his public image. It didn't change how the Cleveland Browns feel about him.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Judge puts off Napout request for compassionate release
NEW YORK (AP) — A federal judge put off for two weeks deciding on a request for compassionate release from prison by the former head of South American soccer.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Mets' deGrom, Cubs' Rizzo dealing with back issues
CHICAGO (AP) — Opening day is next week, and there is some unease for New York Mets ace Jacob deGrom and Chicago Cubs first baseman Anthony Rizzo because of back issues. It looks as if New York Yankees star Aaron Judge is feeling much better.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
'Luck in disguise': Layoff helps Blue Jackets get healthy
COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) — Considering they are about to resume the season amid a pandemic, the Columbus Blue Jackets are healthier than they’ve been in a long while.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Missouri's Drinkwitz takes side in mask-or-no-mask debate
COLUMBIA, Mo. (AP) — Eli Drinkwitz has been the head coach at Missouri for just over seven months.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
'4 Horses' still key for World Series champion Nationals
WASHINGTON (AP) — For all of the opt-outs and rule-change oddities, the spring training interruption and social distancing, Washington Nationals manager Dave Martinez figures his team’s bid for a rare repeat World Series championship during this pandemic-affected season might very well come down to what gave the franchise its first …
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Reds hope search for leadoff hitter ends with Akiyama
PHOENIX (AP) — The Cincinnati Reds hope their long-running search for a consistent leadoff hitter comes to an end with Shogo Akiyama.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Even in shortened season, focus for Mariners is on future
SEATTLE (AP) — For the first time in 20 years, the Seattle Mariners will begin a season without Ichiro Suzuki or Felix Hernandez on the opening day roster.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
AP Source: Browns, Garrett closing in on contract extension
CLEVELAND (AP) — The Cleveland Browns are closing in on a contract extension with star defensive end Myles Garrett, a person familiar with the negotiations told The Associated Press on Tuesday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Real Madrid warns fans not to gather in celebration spots
MADRID (AP) — Real Madrid is asking its fans to stay away from the team’s usual celebration spots in Madrid if it wins the Spanish league title.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Red Sox rebuilding rotation without Sale, Price, Rodríguez
BOSTON (AP) — Chris Sale is recovering from elbow surgery. David Price was traded. Rick Porcello left as a free agent. Eduardo Rodríguez tested positive for COVID-19.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
AP source: Free agent OF Yasiel Puig, Braves reach 1-yr deal
ATLANTA (AP) — Free agent outfielder Yasiel Puig and the Atlanta Braves have agreed to a one-year deal, a person with knowledge of the deal said Tuesday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Texas keeps 'The Eyes of Texas' despite athlete demands
The University of Texas announced a series of steps Monday intended to make itself more welcoming to its Black students but stopped short of shelving “The Eyes of Texas” song that a number of athletes have said needs to go because it has racist undertones.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Brewers seek to make history with 3rd straight playoff berth
MILWAUKEE (AP) — The Milwaukee Brewers want to celebrate their golden anniversary by accomplishing something they have never done before.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
White Sox prospect Burger to play in local St. Louis league
CHICAGO (AP) — Jake Burger just wanted to play again. Some real competition after a couple of major injuries.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Post-Redskins, Washington has long road toward new name
When the University of North Dakota moved on from being the Fighting Sioux like Washington’s NFL team is doing from Redskins, the new name could’ve been anything.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Braves' Acuña has even bigger role in shortened 2020 season
ATLANTA (AP) — Ronald Acuña Jr. isn't letting the coronavirus pandemic silence his love of baseball.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Revamped D-backs ready to chase Dodgers in NL West
PHOENIX (AP) — Diamondbacks first baseman Christian Walker took his hacks during the first day of summer camp, launching a few balls into the empty Chase Field stands and watching them rattle around the unoccupied seats.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Short-handed Orioles continue rebuild in abbreviated season
BALTIMORE (AP) — The Baltimore Orioles will attempt to navigate an abbreviated baseball season without their most productive player, a severe shortage of outfielders and a precarious starting rotation.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Former Afghan soccer federation president's life ban upheld
GENEVA (AP) — The former president of the Afghan soccer federation lost his appeal Tuesday against a life ban for sexually abusing women’s national team players.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Rinne refreshed, eager to continue playoff streak for Preds
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — Pekka Rinne’s string of starting every playoff game for the Nashville Predators since 2010 may be in jeopardy.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
With boost from Donaldson, Twins boldly aim for World Series
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — When Rocco Baldelli delivered his first formal address of the 2020 season to his players, the Minnesota Twins manager was unafraid to mention the World Series.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
AP source: Chiefs, Jones agree to 4-year, $85M extension
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — The Kansas City Chiefs and Pro Bowl defensive tackle Chris Jones agreed to a four-year contract that could be worth up to $85 million on Tuesday, the latest in a lavish spending spree by the Super Bowl champions as they continue to lock up their …
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Rockies ready to rake at the plate but will pitching rise?
DENVER (AP) — All those fastballs that ended up bouncing around the water fall, fountains and pine trees at Coors Field during summer camp mean one of two things for the Colorado Rockies.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Puig picks Braves, Glasnow makes strong return to Rays
Opening day rosters gained clarity on Tuesday when the Atlanta Braves reached an agreement with Yasiel Puig, and Tampa Bay pitcher Tyler Glasnow provided hopes for teams awaiting players to be cleared following positive tests for the coronavirus.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Puig picks Braves, Glasnow makes strong return to Rays
Opening day rosters gained clarity on Tuesday when the Atlanta Braves reached an agreement with Yasiel Puig, and Tampa Bay pitcher Tyler Glasnow provided hopes for teams awaiting players to be cleared following positive tests for the coronavirus.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
White Sox prospect Burger to play in local St. Louis league
CHICAGO (AP) — Jake Burger just wanted to play again. Some real competition after a couple of major injuries.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Even in shortened season, focus for Mariners is on future
SEATTLE (AP) — For the first time in 20 years, the Seattle Mariners will begin a season without Ichiro Suzuki or Felix Hernandez on the opening day roster.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
AP source: Free agent OF Yasiel Puig, Braves reach 1-yr deal
ATLANTA (AP) — Free agent outfielder Yasiel Puig and the Atlanta Braves have agreed to a one-year deal, a person with knowledge of the deal said Tuesday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
With boost from Donaldson, Twins boldly aim for World Series
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — When Rocco Baldelli delivered his first formal address of the 2020 season to his players, the Minnesota Twins manager was unafraid to mention the World Series.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Revamped D-backs ready to chase Dodgers in NL West
PHOENIX (AP) — Diamondbacks first baseman Christian Walker took his hacks during the first day of summer camp, launching a few balls into the empty Chase Field stands and watching them rattle around the unoccupied seats.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Rinne refreshed, eager to continue playoff streak for Preds
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — Pekka Rinne’s string of starting every playoff game for the Nashville Predators since 2010 may be in jeopardy.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Rockies ready to rake at the plate but will pitching rise?
DENVER (AP) — All those fastballs that ended up bouncing around the water fall, fountains and pine trees at Coors Field during summer camp mean one of two things for the Colorado Rockies.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
'4 Horses' still key for World Series champion Nationals
WASHINGTON (AP) — For all of the opt-outs and rule-change oddities, the spring training interruption and social distancing, Washington Nationals manager Dave Martinez figures his team’s bid for a rare repeat World Series championship during this pandemic-affected season might very well come down to what gave the franchise its first …
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
AP Source: Browns, Garrett closing in on contract extension
CLEVELAND (AP) — The Cleveland Browns are closing in on a contract extension with star defensive end Myles Garrett, a person familiar with the negotiations told The Associated Press on Tuesday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Post-Redskins, Washington has long road toward new name
When the University of North Dakota moved on from being the Fighting Sioux like Washington’s NFL team is doing from Redskins, the new name could’ve been anything.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Real Madrid warns fans not to gather in celebration spots
MADRID (AP) — Real Madrid is asking its fans to stay away from the team’s usual celebration spots in Madrid if it wins the Spanish league title.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Reds know all about interrupted seasons, ready for this one
CINCINNATI (AP) — Through player strikes and a lockout, the Cincinnati Reds have experienced notable moments with interrupted seasons. They think they're in good shape heading into the latest.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Red Sox rebuilding rotation without Sale, Price, Rodríguez
BOSTON (AP) — Chris Sale is recovering from elbow surgery. David Price was traded. Rick Porcello left as a free agent. Eduardo Rodríguez tested positive for COVID-19.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
AP source: Chiefs, Jones agree to 4-year, $85M extension
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — The Kansas City Chiefs and Pro Bowl defensive tackle Chris Jones agreed to a four-year contract that could be worth up to $85 million on Tuesday, the latest in a lavish spending spree by the Super Bowl champions as they continue to lock up their …
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Indians lean on strong starters, Lindor for 60-game sprint
CLEVELAND (AP) — This could have been Cleveland's year. Maybe it can be anyway.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Reset button; Pirates enter 2020 with new leadership, energy
PITTSBURGH (AP) — New Pittsburgh Pirates general manager Ben Cherington and manager Derek Shelton have used a lot of words to describe the situation they inherited then they arrived last fall.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Brewers seek to make history with 3rd straight playoff berth
MILWAUKEE (AP) — The Milwaukee Brewers want to celebrate their golden anniversary by accomplishing something they have never done before.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Former Afghan soccer federation president's life ban upheld
GENEVA (AP) — The former president of the Afghan soccer federation lost his appeal Tuesday against a life ban for sexually abusing women’s national team players.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Cardinals quietly ramping up for shortened big league season
Things have been remarkably ordinary as the St. Louis Cardinals conduct spring training 2.0.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Short-handed Orioles continue rebuild in abbreviated season
BALTIMORE (AP) — The Baltimore Orioles will attempt to navigate an abbreviated baseball season without their most productive player, a severe shortage of outfielders and a precarious starting rotation.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Talented White Sox look to make a run in 60-game MLB sprint
CHICAGO (AP) — The Chicago White Sox arrived at spring training with plans to make a jump in the AL Central and their sights set on a playoff spot.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Mike Trout hopes Angels can start fast in shortened season
ANAHEIM, Calif. (AP) — With his first child due to arrive shortly, Mike Trout thought hard about skipping this shortened major league season.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Marlins believe they're much improved and can contend
MIAMI (AP) — When summer camp began for the Miami Marlins, right-hander Sandy Alcantara was so excited he greeted members of the media with a gift offer.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Proven winner Joe Girardi gives Phillies hope for success
PHILADELPHIA (AP) — The Philadelphia Phillies are counting on a man quite familiar with postseason success to lead them back to October baseball.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Royals hope youthful flexibility a plus during unique season
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — Royals manager Mike Matheny had just watched Salvador Perez and backup Cam Gallagher test positive for COVID-19, sending the only backstops on his 40-man roster into quarantine with just a couple of weeks before the start of the season.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
'It's over now' - Astros eager to put scandal behind them
HOUSTON (AP) — The Houston Astros spent the offseason reeling from a sign-stealing scandal that cost manager AJ Hinch and general manager Jeff Luhnow their jobs.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Betts leads stacked roster for Dodgers in World Series chase
LOS ANGELES (AP) — The Los Angeles Dodgers have been nothing if not consistent in recent years. Seven straight seasons of 90-plus wins to go with seven NL West titles in a row. All that's missing is an elusive World Series championship.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Guardiola attacks rivals for 'whispering' campaign v City
Pep Guardiola attacked his rivals for what he claimed had been a “whispering” campaign against Manchester City after describing the decision to overturn its two-year ban from European competition as a “great day for football.”
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
David Ross looking to manage Chicago Cubs back into playoffs
CHICAGO (AP) — David Ross was already stepping into some big shoes when he agreed to replace Joe Maddon as manager of the Chicago Cubs.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
1st female alleges sexual abuse by U of Michigan doctor
NOVI, Mich. (AP) — The first female to publicly say she was sexually abused by a team doctor at the University of Michigan says she hopes to inspire other women and men to come forward.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Rays like playoff chances during pandemic-shortened season
ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. (AP) — The Tampa Bay Rays like their chances of returning to the playoffs and reject the notion that winning the World Series during a season shortened by the coronavirus pandemic would be less impressive than capturing a title under normal circumstances.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Braves' Acuña has even bigger role in shortened 2020 season
ATLANTA (AP) — Ronald Acuña Jr. isn't letting the coronavirus pandemic silence his love of baseball.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
WNBA's Candace Parker, daughter a 'package deal' in Florida
Candace Parker and her 11-year-old daughter are braving the start of an unprecedented WNBA season together in Florida.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Tatis Jr. hopes to stay healthy during 60-game sprint
SAN DIEGO (AP) — Fernando Tatis Jr. has become one of the faces of the San Diego Padres, with or without a facemask.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Sparks' Candace Parker, daughter a 'package deal' in Florida
Candace Parker and her 11-year-old daughter are braving the start of an unprecedented WNBA season together in Florida.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Major league teams try to ramp up the competition in camp
Well-traveled Milwaukee Brewers first baseman-outfielder Logan Morrison figures it will be easy for him to adjust to games without spectators this season.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Seahawks' Olsen to join Fox as NFL analyst after retirement
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) — Seahawks tight end Greg Olsen told The Associated Press he has agreed to a contract with Fox Sports to become its No. 2 NFL game analyst once he retires from football.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Braves say they won't change name but studying chop chant
ATLANTA (AP) — The Atlanta Braves say they have no plans to follow the lead of the NFL’s Washington Redskins and change their team name.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Astros at Dodgers, 'Field of Dreams' highlight MLB schedule
CHICAGO (AP) — At long last, baseball is ready to go after opening day was delayed by the coronavirus pandemic. With a myriad of potential problems circling a 60-game schedule, the whole season is truly a day-to-day proposition.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Texas keeps 'The Eyes of Texas' despite athlete demands
The University of Texas announced a series of steps Monday intended to make itself more welcoming to its Black students but stopped short of shelving “The Eyes of Texas” song that a number of athletes have said needs to go because it has racist undertones.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Wild drop interim tag to make Dean Evason full-time coach
The Minnesota Wild began training camp with a bang, formalizing Dean Evason's status as their full-time head coach and plans to bring prized Russian prospect Kirill Kaprizov to training camp.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Pellegrini wants Betis fighting in European competitions
MADRID (AP) — Manuel Pellegrini’s main goal in his new coaching job with Real Betis is to make the Spanish club a regular in European competitions.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Royals skipper Matheny to see ex-team in early exhibition
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — When the coronavirus pandemic led to an overhaul of the baseball schedule, Mike Matheny had an strong suspicion he'd be headed back to St. Louis to face his former team in his first season in charge of the Kansas City Royals.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Indians, other teams pressured after Redskins drop nickname
CLEVELAND (AP) — The spotlight for change is shining on the Cleveland Indians.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
No Corey Crawford as Blackhawks begin practicing again
Corey Crawford was absent Monday when the Chicago Blackhawks practiced for the first time since the NHL season was suspended, casting doubt on the goaltender's availability for their qualifying series against Edmonton.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Madrid on brink of Spanish title after win at Granada
MADRID (AP) — After its ninth straight win following the pandemic break, Real Madrid is on the verge of reclaiming the Spanish league title.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
White Sox OF Robert, Dodgers 2B Lux among rookies to watch
CHICAGO (AP) — Baseball's 60-game season is plenty of time for a young slugger or pitcher to play a pivotal role in a playoff run. Here is a closer look at a handful of rookies who could grab a starring role this year:
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Davidson pleased with Rangers' first practice in return
The New York Rangers were playing some stellar hockey coming out of the All-Star break to move into playoff contention. After four months away during the NHL’s stoppage due to the coronavirus pandemic, team president John Davidson liked what he saw in their first practice back.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Blackmon returns to Rockies after recovering from COVID-19
DENVER (AP) — All-Star outfielder Charlie Blackmon, the first major league player known to have tested positive for the coronavirus, returned to the Colorado Rockies for his first workout Monday after getting the all clear to rejoin his teammates.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Washington's NFL team drops 'Redskins' name after 87 years
WASHINGTON (AP) — The Washington NFL franchise announced Monday it is dropping the “Redskins” name and Indian head logo, bowing to recent pressure from sponsors and decades of criticism that they are offensive to Native Americans.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Davidson pleased with Rangers' first practice in return
The New York Rangers were playing some stellar hockey coming out of the All-Star break to move into playoff contention. After four months away during the NHL’s stoppage due to the coronavirus pandemic, team president John Davidson liked what he saw in their first practice back.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Blackmon returns to Rockies after recovering from COVID-19
DENVER (AP) — All-Star outfielder Charlie Blackmon, the first major league player known to have tested positive for the coronavirus, returned to the Colorado Rockies for his first workout Monday after getting the all clear to rejoin his teammates.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Seahawks' Olsen to join Fox as NFL analyst after retirement
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) — Seahawks tight end Greg Olsen told The Associated Press he has agreed to a contract with Fox Sports to become its No. 2 NFL game analyst once he retires from football.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Indians, other teams pressured after Redskins drop nickname
CLEVELAND (AP) — The spotlight for change is shining on the Cleveland Indians.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Madrid on brink of Spanish title after win at Granada
MADRID (AP) — After its ninth straight win following the pandemic break, Real Madrid is on the verge of reclaiming the Spanish league title.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Braves say they won't change name but studying chop chant
ATLANTA (AP) — The Atlanta Braves say they have no plans to follow the lead of the NFL’s Washington Redskins and change their team name.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Major league teams try to ramp up the competition in camp
Well-traveled Milwaukee Brewers first baseman-outfielder Logan Morrison figures it will be easy for him to adjust to games without spectators this season.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
No Corey Crawford as Blackhawks begin practicing again
Corey Crawford was absent Monday when the Chicago Blackhawks practiced for the first time since the NHL season was suspended, casting doubt on the goaltender's availability for their qualifying series against Edmonton.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Royals skipper Matheny to see ex-team in early exhibition
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — When the coronavirus pandemic led to an overhaul of the baseball schedule, Mike Matheny had an strong suspicion he'd be headed back to St. Louis to face his former team in his first season in charge of the Kansas City Royals.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Sevilla back in Champions League thanks to Villarreal loss
MADRID (AP) — Sevilla secured the final Champions League spot in the Spanish league after Villarreal lost to Real Sociedad 2-1 on Monday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Astros at Dodgers, 'Field of Dreams' highlight MLB schedule
CHICAGO (AP) — At long last, baseball is ready to go after opening day was delayed by the coronavirus pandemic. With a myriad of potential problems circling a 60-game schedule, the whole season is truly a day-to-day proposition.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
White Sox OF Robert, Dodgers 2B Lux among rookies to watch
CHICAGO (AP) — Baseball's 60-game season is plenty of time for a young slugger or pitcher to play a pivotal role in a playoff run. Here is a closer look at a handful of rookies who could grab a starring role this year:
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Texas keeps 'The Eyes of Texas' despite athlete demands
The University of Texas announced a series of steps Monday intended to make itself more welcoming to its Black students but stopped short of shelving “The Eyes of Texas” song that a number of athletes have said needs to go because it has racist undertones.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Pellegrini wants Betis fighting in European competitions
MADRID (AP) — Manuel Pellegrini’s main goal in his new coaching job with Real Betis is to make the Spanish club a regular in European competitions.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Wild drop interim tag to make Dean Evason full-time coach
The Minnesota Wild began training camp with a bang, formalizing Dean Evason's status as their full-time head coach and plans to bring prized Russian prospect Kirill Kaprizov to training camp.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Washington's NFL team drops 'Redskins' name after 87 years
WASHINGTON (AP) — The Washington NFL franchise announced Monday it is dropping the “Redskins” name and Indian head logo, bowing to recent pressure from sponsors and decades of criticism that they are offensive to Native Americans.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Washington NFL team dropping 'Redskins' name after 87 years
WASHINGTON (AP) — The Washington NFL franchise announced Monday that it will drop the “Redskins” name and Indian head logo immediately, bowing to decades of criticism that they are offensive to Native Americans.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
AP Source: Washington NFL team dropping 'Redskins' name
WASHINGTON (AP) — The Washington Redskins are shedding that name effective immediately, a person with knowledge of the move said Monday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Manchester City overturns 2-year ban from Champions League
GENEVA (AP) — Manchester City successfully overturned its two-year ban from the Champions League on Monday in a surprising legal victory.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Oklahoma coach Riley now pulling top QBs from prep ranks
OKLAHOMA CITY (AP) — On his official visit, Caleb Williams was scheduled to chat with Oklahoma coach Lincoln Riley for 20 minutes.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Pac-12, Big Ten shelve games and fears grow of ripple effect
The Big Ten and Pac-12 became the first Power Five leagues to shift to an all-conference fall schedule as college sports faces a dramatically different landscape due to the coronavirus pandemic. In football alone, 73 games were scrapped in two days, from marquee matchups like Oregon-Ohio State to storied rivalries …
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Atalanta shows off European credentials with draw at Juve
ROME (AP) — The little squad from Bergamo can play with the big boys.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Yankees closer Chapman has COVID-19; Judge scratched
NEW YORK (AP) — Yankees closer Aroldis Chapman has tested positive for the coronavirus and is experiencing mild symptoms.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Dodgers closer Jansen encourages masks after positive test
Play ball — and mask up, too.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Dodgers' Kenley Jansen reports to camp after having COVID-19
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Los Angeles Dodgers closer Kenley Jansen was late arriving to summer camp after he tested positive for COVID-19.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Yankees' Judge out 2nd straight day with stiff neck
NEW YORK (AP) — Yankees slugger Aaron Judge was held out of action for a second straight day Sunday due to a stiff neck.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Albert Pujols heads into 20th big league season healthy
ANAHEIM, Calif. (AP) — Albert Pujols' 20th season in the majors is about to begin with the Los Angeles Angels. When it does, the 40-year-old slugger is likely to be the oldest player in the big leagues.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Sevilla wins 4th straight to move closer to Champions League
MADRID (AP) — Sevilla beat Mallorca 2-0 in the Spanish league on Sunday to move within a draw of qualifying for the Champions League next season.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
LeBron won't wear social justice message on Lakers jersey
LeBron James says his thoughts on social justice can't be contained on the back of a basketball jersey.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Pac-12 joins Big Ten in eliminating nonconference games
The Pac-12 has become the second major conference to shift to a conference-only fall schedule amid growing concerns over the coronavirus pandemic.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
What Would Have Been: MLB All-Star Game and British Open
Instead of MLB All-Stars gathering this week for the Midsummer Classic at Dodger Stadium, players who haven't opted out of the season are at their home ballparks. They are going through summer camp before they finally get to open the pandemic-delayed season July 23-24. There also will be no final …
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
What Would Have Been: MLB All-Star Game and British Open
Instead of MLB All-Stars gathering this week for the Midsummer Classic at Dodger Stadium, players who haven't opted out of the season are at their home ballparks. They are going through summer camp before they finally get to open the pandemic-delayed season July 23-24. There also will be no final …
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Dodgers closer Jansen encourages masks after positive test
Play ball — and mask up, too.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Sevilla wins 4th straight to move closer to Champions League
MADRID (AP) — Sevilla beat Mallorca 2-0 in the Spanish league on Sunday to move within a draw of qualifying for the Champions League next season.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Dodgers' Kenley Jansen reports to camp after having COVID-19
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Los Angeles Dodgers closer Kenley Jansen was late arriving to summer camp after he tested positive for COVID-19.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Masking up: Protective coverings not just for MLB dugouts
Play ball — and mask up, too.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Valencia loses again, moves further from Europa League spot
MADRID (AP) — Valencia's chances of making the Europa League next season took a hit with a 1-0 loss at relegation-threatened Leganés in the Spanish league on Sunday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Yankees' Judge out 2nd straight day with stiff neck
NEW YORK (AP) — Yankees slugger Aaron Judge was held out of action for a second straight day Sunday due to a stiff neck.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Oklahoma coach Riley now pulling top QBs from prep ranks
OKLAHOMA CITY (AP) — On his official visit, Caleb Williams was scheduled to chat with Oklahoma coach Lincoln Riley for 20 minutes.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Posey out for 2020 as MLB teams deal with churning rosters
PHOENIX (AP) — San Francisco catcher Buster Posey became the latest well-known player to opt out of the abbreviated 2020 season because of concerns over the coronavirus pandemic, joining Dodgers pitcher David Price and Nationals first baseman Ryan Zimmerman on the sidelines.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Norwich relegated, Liverpool's 100% home record ends in EPL
Norwich finally succumbed to relegation, a fate its own manager and many others expected at the start of the English Premier League.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Delayed start should help Brewers' Knebel play all season
MILWAUKEE (AP) — Milwaukee Brewers reliever Corey Knebel believes the pandemic-imposed hiatus will enable him to be ready for the start of the season as he returns from Tommy John surgery.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Pac-12, Big Ten shelve games and fears grow of ripple effect
The Big Ten and Pac-12 became the first Power Five leagues to shift to an all-conference fall schedule as college sports faces a dramatically different landscape due to the coronavirus pandemic. In football alone, 73 games were scrapped in two days, from marquee matchups like Oregon-Ohio State to storied rivalries …
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Fans, coach Landon Donovan return to pitch for USL relaunch
Fans get to watch U.S. pro team sports in person for the first time in four months when Landon Donovan resumes his fledgling coaching career in a United Soccer League match.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Yanks closer Chapman has coronavirus; Astros cancel workout
HOUSTON (AP) — New York Yankees closer Aroldis Chapman became the latest high-profile player to test positive for the coronavirus, his diagnosis announced Saturday hours after the Houston Astros canceled another practice due to virus concerns.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Atalanta shows off European credentials with draw at Juve
ROME (AP) — The little squad from Bergamo can play with the big boys.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Yankees closer Chapman has COVID-19; Judge scratched
NEW YORK (AP) — Yankees closer Aroldis Chapman has tested positive for the coronavirus and is experiencing mild symptoms.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
No high-fives? No spitting? MLBers adjust in COVID world
CHICAGO (AP) — Washington Nationals manager Dave Martinez wanted to hug, high-five and fist bump his players. After all, the defending World Series champions spent nearly four months apart before resuming workouts last week.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Chemistry class: New managers test for right mix amid virus
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Derek Shelton needs his freedom. Maybe now more than ever. Fortunately for the first-year Pittsburgh Pirates manager, bench coach Donnie Kelly made it a point to provide it.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Syracuse University appoints diversity director for sports
Syracuse athletic director John Wildhack has added a position to his department, bucking a trend toward athletic cuts during the coronavirus pandemic.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Albert Pujols heads into 20th big league season healthy
ANAHEIM, Calif. (AP) — Albert Pujols' 20th season in the majors is about to begin with the Los Angeles Angels. When it does, the 40-year-old slugger is likely to be the oldest player in the big leagues.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
LeBron won't wear social justice message on Lakers jersey
LeBron James says his thoughts on social justice can't be contained on the back of a basketball jersey.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Pac-12 joins Big Ten in eliminating nonconference games
The Pac-12 has become the second major conference to shift to a conference-only fall schedule amid growing concerns over the coronavirus pandemic.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Big Ten scraps nonconference football games due to pandemic
The Big Ten Conference announced Thursday it will not play nonconference games in football and several other sports this fall, the most dramatic move yet by a power conference because of the coronavirus pandemic.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Albert Pujols heads into 20th big league season healthy
ANAHEIM, Calif. (AP) — Albert Pujols' 20th season in the majors is about to begin with the Los Angeles Angels. When it does, the 40-year-old slugger is likely to be the oldest player in the big leagues.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Yankees closer Chapman has COVID-19; Judge scratched
NEW YORK (AP) — Yankees closer Aroldis Chapman has tested positive for the coronavirus and is experiencing mild symptoms.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Atalanta shows off European credentials with draw at Juve
ROME (AP) — The little squad from Bergamo can play with the big boys.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
LeBron won't wear social justice message on Lakers jersey
LeBron James says his thoughts on social justice can't be contained on the back of a basketball jersey.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Yanks closer Chapman has coronavirus; Astros cancel workout
HOUSTON (AP) — New York Yankees closer Aroldis Chapman became the latest high-profile player to test positive for the coronavirus, his diagnosis announced Saturday hours after the Houston Astros canceled another practice due to virus concerns.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Norwich relegated, Liverpool's 100% home record ends in EPL
Norwich finally succumbed to relegation, a fate its own manager and many others expected at the start of the English Premier League.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Yankees closer Chapman has COVID-19, mild symptoms
NEW YORK (AP) — Yankees closer Aroldis Chapman has tested positive for the coronavirus and is experiencing mild symptoms.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Lazio's title bid has fallen apart during Serie A restart
ROME (AP) — Lazio’s once-promising bid for a first Serie A title in two decades has been decimated during the Italian league’s restart.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Chemistry class: New managers test for right mix amid virus
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Derek Shelton needs his freedom. Maybe now more than ever. Fortunately for the first-year Pittsburgh Pirates manager, bench coach Donnie Kelly made it a point to provide it.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Norwich relegated, Liverpool drops home points for 1st time
Norwich became the first team to be relegated from the English Premier League as Liverpool dropped points at Anfield for the first time this season on Saturday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Oklahoma coach Riley now pulling top QBs from prep ranks
OKLAHOMA CITY (AP) — On his official visit, Caleb Williams was scheduled to chat with Oklahoma coach Lincoln Riley for 20 minutes.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Posey out for 2020 as MLB teams deal with churning rosters
PHOENIX (AP) — San Francisco catcher Buster Posey became the latest well-known player to opt out of the abbreviated 2020 season because of concerns over the coronavirus pandemic, joining Dodgers pitcher David Price and Nationals first baseman Ryan Zimmerman on the sidelines.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Cunningham says Boynton key reason he stayed at Oklahoma St
OKLAHOMA CITY (AP) — Oklahoma State coach Mike Boynton kept star recruit Cade Cunningham from leaving the program, in part, because he was willing to lose him.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Delayed start should help Brewers' Knebel play all season
MILWAUKEE (AP) — Milwaukee Brewers reliever Corey Knebel believes the pandemic-imposed hiatus will enable him to be ready for the start of the season as he returns from Tommy John surgery.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Veteran forward Salomon Kalou joins Brazil’s Botafogo
SAO PAULO (AP) — Former Ivory Coast forward Salomon Kalou has joined Brazilian club Botafogo after leaving Hertha Berlin in Germany.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Pac-12, Big Ten shelve games and fears grow of ripple effect
The Big Ten and Pac-12 became the first Power Five leagues to shift to an all-conference fall schedule as college sports faces a dramatically different landscape due to the coronavirus pandemic. In football alone, 73 games were scrapped in two days, from marquee matchups like Oregon-Ohio State to storied rivalries …
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Fans, coach Landon Donovan return to pitch for USL relaunch
Fans get to watch U.S. pro team sports in person for the first time in four months when Landon Donovan resumes his fledgling coaching career in a United Soccer League match.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Polanco's push; Pirates RF ready to shake injury bug in 2020
PITTSBURGH (AP) — The tools are there. They have been from the moment Gregory Polanco crashed into the big leagues six years ago as a raw mix of power and potential.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
No high-fives? No spitting? MLBers adjust in COVID world
CHICAGO (AP) — Washington Nationals manager Dave Martinez wanted to hug, high-five and fist bump his players. After all, the defending World Series champions spent nearly four months apart before resuming workouts last week.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Healthy Bellinger ready for 'once-in-a-lifetime' season
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Cody Bellinger is healthy, his mind is right, and he's ready for whatever baseball's shortened 60-game season brings.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Sevilla rallies to move closer to Champions League spot
MADRID (AP) — Sevilla rallied in the second half to beat Athletic Bilbao 2-1 in the Spanish league on Thursday, moving closer to a Champions League berth.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
'Heartbreaking day' — Stanford drops 11 sports to cut costs
Stanford was already facing some difficult financial choices as it tried to support one of the nation's largest athletics departments.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Manchester City to get Monday verdict in UEFA ban case
GENEVA (AP) — Manchester City will get the verdict on Monday in its appeal against a two-year ban from UEFA competitions.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Scrimmage gives Red Sox taste of strange season to come
BOSTON (AP) — Rafael Devers lofted a fly ball to left, and John Andreoli took off in pursuit.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Harbaugh was close to a new deal at Michigan before pandemic
ANN ARBOR, Mich. (AP) — Michigan coach Jim Harbaugh said Wednesday he was closing in on a contract extension before coping with the COVID-19 pandemic became a top priority for all involved in the discussions.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Syracuse University appoints diversity director for sports
Syracuse athletic director John Wildhack has added a position to his department, bucking a trend toward athletic cuts during the coronavirus pandemic.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
New extra-inning format stirs debate as teams plot strategy
MILWAUKEE (AP) — Baseball has its answer to penalty kicks, overtimes and shootouts, and it figures to stir just as much debate as all those other tiebreakers.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Giants star catcher Posey out this year over virus concerns
SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — Giants star catcher Buster Posey decided to opt out of the 2020 season Friday out of health concerns for his newly adopted twin baby girls during the coronavirus pandemic.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
South American World Cup qualifiers rescheduled for October
SAO PAULO (AP) — FIFA has agreed to move South America's World Cup qualifiers from September to October as the region struggles to contain the coronavirus.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Pac-12 joins Big Ten in eliminating nonconference games
The Pac-12 has become the second major conference to shift to a conference-only fall schedule amid growing concerns over the coronavirus pandemic.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Angels' Anthony Rendon expects MLB stars to find groove fast
ANAHEIM, Calif. (AP) — The Los Angeles Angels' new $245 million third baseman mostly spent the first few months of his seven-year contract changing his daughters' diapers and occasionally throwing a tennis ball at a wall.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Phillies All-Star catcher J.T. Realmuto patient on contract
PHILADELPHIA (AP) — J.T. Realmuto isn’t worried about his contract situation.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Baseball players get a peek at playing without fans
Baseball players got a sense of what the game will be like without fans in the stands upon returning for workouts last week.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Big Ten scraps nonconference football games due to pandemic
The Big Ten Conference announced Thursday it will not play nonconference games in football and several other sports this fall, the most dramatic move yet by a power conference because of the coronavirus pandemic.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Pac-12, Big Ten shelve games and fears grow of ripple effect
The Big Ten and Pac-12 became the first Power Five leagues to shift to an all-conference fall schedule as college sports faces a dramatically different landscape due to the coronavirus pandemic. In football alone, 73 games were scrapped in two days, from marquee matchups like Oregon-Ohio State to storied rivalries …
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Pac-12 joins Big Ten in eliminating nonconference games
The Pac-12 has become the second major conference to shift to a conference-only fall schedule amid growing concerns over the coronavirus pandemic.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Elimination of nonconference games could have ripple effect
The Big Ten and Pac-12 became the first Power Five leagues to shift to an all-conference fall schedule as college sports faces a dramatically different landscape due to the coronavirus pandemic. In football alone, 73 games were scrapped in two days, from marquee matchups like Oregon-Ohio State to storied rivalries …
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Fans, coach Landon Donovan return to pitch for USL relaunch
Fans get to watch U.S. pro team sports in person for the first time in four months when Landon Donovan resumes his fledgling coaching career in a United Soccer League match.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Elimination of conference games could have ripple effect
The Big Ten became the first Power Five league to shift to an all-conference fall schedule as the college sports world faces difficult decisions caused by the coronavirus pandemic.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Delayed start should help Brewers' Knebel play all season
MILWAUKEE (AP) — Milwaukee Brewers reliever Corey Knebel believes the pandemic-imposed hiatus will enable him to be ready for the start of the season as he returns from Tommy John surgery.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Posey out for 2020 as MLB teams deal with churning rosters
PHOENIX (AP) — San Francisco catcher Buster Posey became the latest well-known player to opt out of the abbreviated 2020 season because of concerns over the coronavirus pandemic, joining Dodgers pitcher David Price and Nationals first baseman Ryan Zimmerman on the sidelines.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
No high-fives? No spitting? MLBers adjust in COVID world
CHICAGO (AP) — Washington Nationals manager Dave Martinez wanted to hug, high-five and fist bump his players. After all, the defending World Series champions spent nearly four months apart before resuming workouts last week.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
South American World Cup qualifiers rescheduled for October
SAO PAULO (AP) — FIFA has agreed to move South America's World Cup qualifiers from September to October as the region struggles to contain the coronavirus.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Oklahoma coach Riley now pulling top QBs from prep ranks
OKLAHOMA CITY (AP) — On his official visit, Caleb Williams was scheduled to chat with Oklahoma coach Lincoln Riley for 20 minutes.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Giants star catcher Posey out this year over virus concerns
SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — Giants star catcher Buster Posey decided to opt out of the 2020 season Friday out of health concerns for his newly adopted twin baby girls during the coronavirus pandemic.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Manchester City to get Monday verdict in UEFA ban case
GENEVA (AP) — Manchester City will get the verdict on Monday in its appeal against a two-year ban from UEFA competitions.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Cunningham says Boynton key reason he stayed at Oklahoma St
OKLAHOMA CITY (AP) — Oklahoma State coach Mike Boynton kept star recruit Cade Cunningham from leaving the program, in part, because he was willing to lose him.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
MLS returns to action after poignant moment of silence
KISSIMMEE, Fla. (AP) — Nani called it beautiful and emotional.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Pats' Edelman hopes Jackson posts serve as teaching moment
BOSTON (AP) — New England Patriots receiver Julian Edelman said he hopes recent anti-Semitic social media posts by Philadelphia Eagles receiver DeSean Jackson can be a teaching moment, not just for him but others as well.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Veteran forward Salomon Kalou joins Brazil’s Botafogo
SAO PAULO (AP) — Former Ivory Coast forward Salomon Kalou has joined Brazilian club Botafogo after leaving Hertha Berlin in Germany.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Judgment error: Indians' Reyes sorry for not wearing mask
CLEVELAND (AP) — Franmil Reyes' first error this season was in judgment.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Giants return, so do some players, but Padres INF Mateo out
As Major League Baseball cautiously tiptoes closer toward beginning its delayed 2020 season, several teams welcomed back players who might have been exposed to the coronavirus, and the San Francisco Giants resumed workouts Wednesday after finally receiving the results of COVID-19 tests administered over the weekend.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Polanco's push; Pirates RF ready to shake injury bug in 2020
PITTSBURGH (AP) — The tools are there. They have been from the moment Gregory Polanco crashed into the big leagues six years ago as a raw mix of power and potential.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Man United wins again as Tottenham misfires under Mourinho
With four straight wins in the Premier League, Manchester United is on track for a return to the Champions League as the team goes from strength to strength under Ole Gunnar Solskjaer.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Healthy Bellinger ready for 'once-in-a-lifetime' season
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Cody Bellinger is healthy, his mind is right, and he's ready for whatever baseball's shortened 60-game season brings.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Sevilla rallies to move closer to Champions League spot
MADRID (AP) — Sevilla rallied in the second half to beat Athletic Bilbao 2-1 in the Spanish league on Thursday, moving closer to a Champions League berth.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
'Heartbreaking day' — Stanford drops 11 sports to cut costs
Stanford was already facing some difficult financial choices as it tried to support one of the nation's largest athletics departments.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Scrimmage gives Red Sox taste of strange season to come
BOSTON (AP) — Rafael Devers lofted a fly ball to left, and John Andreoli took off in pursuit.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Harbaugh was close to a new deal at Michigan before pandemic
ANN ARBOR, Mich. (AP) — Michigan coach Jim Harbaugh said Wednesday he was closing in on a contract extension before coping with the COVID-19 pandemic became a top priority for all involved in the discussions.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Syracuse University appoints diversity director for sports
Syracuse athletic director John Wildhack has added a position to his department, bucking a trend toward athletic cuts during the coronavirus pandemic.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Black Players for Change lead protest at MLS is Back tourney
Now that Major League Soccer has re-started, a group of Black Major League Soccer players is using the moment to call attention to systemic racism across sports and society.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Nashville out of MLS is Back after 9 players test positive
Nashville SC has withdrawn from Major League Soccer's MLS is Back tournament in Florida after nine players tested positive for the coronavirus, the league announced Thursday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
New extra-inning format stirs debate as teams plot strategy
MILWAUKEE (AP) — Baseball has its answer to penalty kicks, overtimes and shootouts, and it figures to stir just as much debate as all those other tiebreakers.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
New center field backdrop has Dodgers hitters adjusting
LOS ANGELES (AP) — The Los Angeles Dodgers were eager to show off $100 million worth of stadium renovations to fans and a national audience at the All-Star Game this summer.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Angels' Anthony Rendon expects MLB stars to find groove fast
ANAHEIM, Calif. (AP) — The Los Angeles Angels' new $245 million third baseman mostly spent the first few months of his seven-year contract changing his daughters' diapers and occasionally throwing a tennis ball at a wall.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Phillies All-Star catcher J.T. Realmuto patient on contract
PHILADELPHIA (AP) — J.T. Realmuto isn’t worried about his contract situation.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Winds of change? Company looks at weather's effect on ball
CHICAGO (AP) — The wind blowing out at Wrigley Field. The tricky breeze in San Francisco. The heat in Los Angeles.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Baseball players get a peek at playing without fans
Baseball players got a sense of what the game will be like without fans in the stands upon returning for workouts last week.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Big Ten scraps nonconference football games due to pandemic
The Big Ten Conference announced Thursday it will not play nonconference games in football and several other sports this fall, the most dramatic move yet by a power conference because of the coronavirus pandemic.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Last-16 games to be hosted by home teams in Champions League
GENEVA (AP) — The remaining four games of the Champions League's round of 16 can be hosted by the home team, UEFA announced Thursday, instead of playing them in neutral Portugal.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Polanco's push; Pirates RF ready to shake injury bug in 2020
PITTSBURGH (AP) — The tools are there. They have been from the moment Gregory Polanco crashed into the big leagues six years ago as a raw mix of power and potential.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Syracuse University appoints diversity director for sports
Syracuse athletic director John Wildhack has added a position to his department, bucking a trend toward athletic cuts during the coronavirus pandemic.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Healthy Bellinger ready for 'once-in-a-lifetime' season
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Cody Bellinger is healthy, his mind is right, and he's ready for whatever baseball's shortened 60-game season brings.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Angels' Anthony Rendon expects MLB stars to find groove fast
ANAHEIM, Calif. (AP) — The Los Angeles Angels' new $245 million third baseman mostly spent the first few months of his seven-year contract changing his daughters' diapers and occasionally throwing a tennis ball at a wall.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Phillies All-Star catcher J.T. Realmuto patient on contract
PHILADELPHIA (AP) — J.T. Realmuto isn’t worried about his contract situation.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Veteran forward Salomon Kalou joins Brazil’s Botafogo
SAO PAULO (AP) — Former Ivory Coast forward Salomon Kalou has joined Brazilian club Botafogo after leaving Hertha Berlin in Germany.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Scrimmage gives Red Sox taste of strange season to come
BOSTON (AP) — Rafael Devers lofted a fly ball to left, and John Andreoli took off in pursuit.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Big Ten scraps nonconference football games due to pandemic
The Big Ten Conference announced Thursday it will not play nonconference games in football and several other sports this fall, the most dramatic move yet by a power conference because of the coronavirus pandemic.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Sevilla rallies to move closer to Champions League spot
MADRID (AP) — Sevilla rallied in the second half to beat Athletic Bilbao 2-1 in the Spanish league on Thursday, moving closer to a Champions League berth.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Baseball players get a peek at playing without fans
Baseball players got a sense of what the game will be like without fans in the stands upon returning for workouts last week.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Judgment error: Indians' Reyes sorry for not wearing mask
CLEVELAND (AP) — Franmil Reyes' first error this season was in judgment.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Man United wins again as Tottenham misfires under Mourinho
With four straight wins in the Premier League, Manchester United is on track for a return to the Champions League as the team goes from strength to strength under Ole Gunnar Solskjaer.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Big Ten to limit football, fall sports to conference games
The Big Ten Conference announced Thursday it will not play nonconference games in football and several other sports this fall, the most dramatic move yet by a power conference because of the coronavirus pandemic.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
New extra-inning format stirs debate as teams plot strategy
MILWAUKEE (AP) — Baseball has its answer to penalty kicks, overtimes and shootouts, and it figures to stir just as much debate as all those other tiebreakers.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Pats' Edelman hopes Jackson posts serve as teaching moment
BOSTON (AP) — New England Patriots receiver Julian Edelman said he hopes recent anti-Semitic social media posts by Philadelphia Eagles receiver DeSean Jackson can be a teaching moment, not just for him but others as well.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Nashville out of MLS is Back after 9 players test positive
Nashville SC has withdrawn from Major League Soccer's MLS is Back tournament in Florida after nine players tested positive for the coronavirus, the league announced Thursday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Last-16 games to be hosted by home teams in Champions League
GENEVA (AP) — The remaining four games of the Champions League's round of 16 can be hosted by the home team, UEFA announced Thursday, instead of playing them in neutral Portugal.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Nashville out of MLS tourney after 9 players test positive
Nashville SC has withdrawn from Major League Soccer's MLS is Back tournament in Florida after nine players tested positive for the coronavirus, the league announced Thursday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
AP source: Ruff to become Devils coach, Fitzgerald stays GM
The New Jersey Devils are hiring veteran coach Lindy Ruff to take over one of the NHL's youngest teams and removing the interim tag off Tom Fitzgerald's title as general manager, a person with knowledge of the talks told The Associated Press on Thursday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Cunningham says Boynton key reason he stayed at Oklahoma St
OKLAHOMA CITY (AP) — Oklahoma State coach Mike Boynton kept star recruit Cade Cunningham from leaving the program, in part, because he was willing to lose him.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Over the Hill? Recovered lefty on track for Twins rotation
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — When the Minnesota Twins signed Rich Hill from the bargain aisle of free agency last winter, they expected the left-hander to be available around midseason after his recovery from elbow surgery.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Sonny Gray moves to front of Reds' rotation, starts opener
CINCINNATI (AP) — Sonny Gray knows what it's like to start a season opener in front of a crowd, having done it twice with Oakland. His third time will be the most different and memorable of all.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
MLS returns to action after poignant moment of silence
KISSIMMEE, Fla. (AP) — Nani called it beautiful and emotional.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Giants return, so do some players, but Padres INF Mateo out
As Major League Baseball cautiously tiptoes closer toward beginning its delayed 2020 season, several teams welcomed back players who might have been exposed to the coronavirus, and the San Francisco Giants resumed workouts Wednesday after finally receiving the results of COVID-19 tests administered over the weekend.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Upcoming MLB free agents have fewer games to impress
PHOENIX (AP) — Robbie Ray already knew 2020 would be a big season for his financial future because it's his last one before becoming a free agent.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Browns sign 'Bama tackle Wills, team's first-round pick
CLEVELAND (AP) — Jedrick Wills has slid into place for the Browns.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
'Heartbreaking day' — Stanford drops 11 sports to cut costs
Stanford was already facing some difficult financial choices as it tried to support one of the nation's largest athletics departments.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Harbaugh was close to a new deal at Michigan before pandemic
ANN ARBOR, Mich. (AP) — Michigan coach Jim Harbaugh said Wednesday he was closing in on a contract extension before coping with the COVID-19 pandemic became a top priority for all involved in the discussions.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Record-signing Lozano starting to fit in at Napoli
ROME (AP) — Small in stature and with the speed to match fellow forwards like Dries Mertens and Lorenzo Insigne, Hirving Lozano fits right in at Napoli.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Bills hire Sinnarajah as VP of business administration
BUFFALO, N.Y. (AP) — The Buffalo Bills have hired Jason Sinnarajah as senior vice president of business administration.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Long season catching up with Wolves as Liverpool, City win
A long season might just be catching up with Wolverhampton. As for Liverpool, the newly crowned Premier League champion looks as fresh as ever.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Black Players for Change lead protest at MLS is Back tourney
Now that Major League Soccer has re-started, a group of Black Major League Soccer players is using the moment to call attention to systemic racism across sports and society.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
As schools ponder cutting sports, tennis proves vulnerable
The promise of college tennis lured Abhimanyu Vannemreddy from his home in India to the United States, where he settled in at Winthrop in South Carolina.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
More positive tests, canceled workouts add to MLB unease
As baseball nears the two-week countdown to the start of its delayed season, the COVID-19 pandemic continues to keep more players, including Boston Red Sox projected opening day starter Eduardo Rodriguez, off the field.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
New center field backdrop has Dodgers hitters adjusting
LOS ANGELES (AP) — The Los Angeles Dodgers were eager to show off $100 million worth of stadium renovations to fans and a national audience at the All-Star Game this summer.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Barcelona wins derby against Espanyol, relegates city rival
MADRID (AP) — Barcelona kept its title hopes alive with a 1-0 win in the city derby against Espanyol in the Spanish league on Wednesday, sealing the rival's relegation for the first time in nearly three decades.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Kimbrel looking to bounce back after tough debut with Cubs
CHICAGO (AP) — With just 60 games this season, the Chicago Cubs need Craig Kimbrel to be better than he was last year.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Winds of change? Company looks at weather's effect on ball
CHICAGO (AP) — The wind blowing out at Wrigley Field. The tricky breeze in San Francisco. The heat in Los Angeles.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Yanks' Cole learns safety-protocol lesson in 1st intrasquad
NEW YORK (AP) — Gerrit Cole couldn't have expected the New York Yankees to take the ball away from him just one batter into his first home start in the Bronx.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Healthy Ekman-Larsson ready to give Coyotes a playoff boost
GLENDALE, Ariz. (AP) — Oliver Ekman-Larsson had knee surgery last summer, fully expecting it to help him have a healthy 2019-20 season.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Games are restarting, but few reporters will be there
Many familiar pregame sights won't be back when baseball and the NBA return later this month. Managers won't exchange lineup cards at home plate and basketball lineup introductions won't feature special high fives.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Healed Twins speedster Byron Buxton: 'I've got no limit'
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — An array of injuries was largely responsible for the blight on the first five years of Byron Buxton's still-promising major league career, with
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Black Players for Change lead protest at MLS is Back tourney
Now that Major League Soccer has re-started, a group of Black Major League Soccer players is using the moment to call attention to systemic racism across sports and society.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
Winds of change? Company looks at weather's effect on ball
CHICAGO (AP) — The wind blowing out at Wrigley Field. The tricky breeze in San Francisco. The heat in Los Angeles.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO
New center field backdrop has Dodgers hitters adjusting
LOS ANGELES (AP) — The Los Angeles Dodgers were eager to show off $100 million worth of stadium renovations to fans and a national audience at the All-Star Game this summer.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
MLS returns to action after poignant moment of silence
KISSIMMEE, Fla. (AP) — Nani called it beautiful and emotional.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Healed Twins speedster Byron Buxton: 'I've got no limit'
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — An array of injuries was largely responsible for the blight on the first five years of Byron Buxton's still-promising major league career, with
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
'Heartbreaking day' — Stanford drops 11 sports to cut costs
Stanford was already facing some difficult financial choices as it tried to support one of the nation's largest athletics departments.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Barcelona wins derby against Espanyol, relegates city rival
MADRID (AP) — Barcelona kept its title hopes alive with a 1-0 win in the city derby against Espanyol in the Spanish league on Wednesday, sealing the rival's relegation for the first time in nearly three decades.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Giants return, so do some players, but Padres INF Mateo out
As Major League Baseball cautiously tiptoes closer toward beginning its delayed 2020 season, several teams welcomed back players who might have been exposed to the coronavirus, and the San Francisco Giants resumed workouts Wednesday after finally receiving the results of COVID-19 tests administered over the weekend.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Long season catching up with Wolves as Liverpool, City win
A long season might just be catching up with Wolverhampton. As for Liverpool, the newly crowned Premier League champion looks as fresh as ever.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Cunningham says Boynton key reason he stayed at Oklahoma St
OKLAHOMA CITY (AP) — Oklahoma State coach Mike Boynton kept star recruit Cade Cunningham from leaving the program, in part, because he was willing to lose him.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Sonny Gray moves to front of Reds' rotation, starts opener
CINCINNATI (AP) — Sonny Gray knows what it's like to start a season opener in front of a crowd, having done it twice with Oakland. His third time will be the most different and memorable of all.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Record-signing Lozano starting to fit in at Napoli
ROME (AP) — Small in stature and with the speed to match fellow forwards like Dries Mertens and Lorenzo Insigne, Hirving Lozano fits right in at Napoli.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Kimbrel looking to bounce back after tough debut with Cubs
CHICAGO (AP) — With just 60 games this season, the Chicago Cubs need Craig Kimbrel to be better than he was last year.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Harbaugh was close to a new deal at Michigan before pandemic
ANN ARBOR, Mich. (AP) — Michigan coach Jim Harbaugh said Wednesday he was closing in on a contract extension before coping with the COVID-19 pandemic became a top priority for all involved in the discussions.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Bills hire Sinnarajah as VP of business administration
BUFFALO, N.Y. (AP) — The Buffalo Bills have hired Jason Sinnarajah as senior vice president of business administration.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Stanford drops 11 sports to cut costs during pandemic
Stanford announced Wednesday that it is dropping 11 sports amid financial difficulties caused by the coronavirus pandemic.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Games are restarting, but few reporters will be there
Many familiar pregame sights won't be back when baseball and the NBA return later this month. Managers won't exchange lineup cards at home plate and basketball lineup introductions won't feature special high fives.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Healthy Ekman-Larsson ready to give Coyotes a playoff boost
GLENDALE, Ariz. (AP) — Oliver Ekman-Larsson had knee surgery last summer, fully expecting it to help him have a healthy 2019-20 season.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Over the Hill? Recovered lefty on track for Twins rotation
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — When the Minnesota Twins signed Rich Hill from the bargain aisle of free agency last winter, they expected the left-hander to be available around midseason after his recovery from elbow surgery.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Red Sox's Bogaerts ready to lead after Betts' departure
BOSTON (AP) — Red Sox shortstop Xander Bogaerts has grown accustomed to being on big stages during his first seven years in the major leagues.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Lee scores late to help Valencia end winless streak in Spain
MADRID (AP) — Young South Korean midfielder Lee Kang-in scored in the 89th to help Valencia end a four-game winless streak with a 2-1 victory over Valladolid in the Spanish league on Tuesday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Chelsea into 3rd place in EPL, Arsenal held by Leicester
On a night of spectacular goals in the Premier League, it was a pair of tackles that had the most significant impact on the hard-fought race for Champions League qualification.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Upcoming MLB free agents have fewer games to impress
PHOENIX (AP) — Robbie Ray already knew 2020 would be a big season for his financial future because it's his last one before becoming a free agent.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
MLS to resume season minus 1 team amid growing virus concern
Major League Soccer is about to resume its season — in a state that has seen a huge spike in coronavirus infections, with one team absent because of a COVID-19 outbreak, and with plenty of worry about what will happen next.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Wizards' Beal, Nets' Dinwiddie to miss rest of NBA season
WASHINGTON (AP) — Wizards leading scorer Bradley Beal and Nets guard Spencer Dinwiddie won't take part in the restart of the NBA season, two significant absences in the Eastern Conference playoff race.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Pirates' Keller looks to mesh information, instincts in 2020
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Mitch Keller's first go-round in the majors was a study in contrasts and a snapshot of where baseball is at in 2020.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Browns sign 'Bama tackle Wills, team's first-round pick
CLEVELAND (AP) — Jedrick Wills has slid into place for the Browns.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Adam Haseley reports to Phils' camp after virus test delay
PHILADELPHIA (AP) — Philadelphia Phillies outfielder Adam Haseley reported to camp Tuesday after waiting several days for clearance because the lab used by Major League Baseball didn’t return the results of his initial test for the coronavirus.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
New Zealander Erceg holds down North Carolina's backline
Coach Paul Riley calls defender Abby Erceg the bedrock of the North Carolina Courage.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
AP source: Mets to host Yankees on 20th anniversary of 9/11
NEW YORK (AP) — The New York Mets will host the crosstown Yankees on the 20th anniversary of 9/11 next season, according to a person familiar with the decision.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Shohei Ohtani back on Big A mound in Angels' intrasquad game
ANAHEIM, Calif. (AP) — Shohei Ohtani threw competitive pitches off the mound at Angel Stadium on Tuesday for the first time in two years.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
AP source: Browns restructure DE Olivier Vernon's contract
CLEVELAND (AP) — Olivier Vernon's status with the Browns has more certainty. So does his paycheck.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
As schools ponder cutting sports, tennis proves vulnerable
The promise of college tennis lured Abhimanyu Vannemreddy from his home in India to the United States, where he settled in at Winthrop in South Carolina.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Safe at home? Off-field behavior will be decisive for MLB
MIAMI (AP) — Reliever Nick Vincent signed last week with the Miami Marlins and settled in for two days of quarantine in his hotel room while awaiting clearance to join workouts.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
More positive tests, canceled workouts add to MLB unease
As baseball nears the two-week countdown to the start of its delayed season, the COVID-19 pandemic continues to keep more players, including Boston Red Sox projected opening day starter Eduardo Rodriguez, off the field.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Banned for life by FIFA, soccer officials line up to appeal
GENEVA (AP) — The first of a number of appeals by former soccer officials banned for life by FIFA was heard Tuesday at sport's highest court.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Mahomes' big bet on football pays off with $503 million deal
Patrick Mahomes risked everything when he opted for football over baseball.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Seager looks to be example for younger teammates in Seattle
SEATTLE (AP) — When the games start, Kyle Seager doesn’t intend to be wearing a mask all the time.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Yanks' Cole learns safety-protocol lesson in 1st intrasquad
NEW YORK (AP) — Gerrit Cole couldn't have expected the New York Yankees to take the ball away from him just one batter into his first home start in the Bronx.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Upcoming MLB free agents have fewer games to impress
PHOENIX (AP) — Robbie Ray already knew 2020 would be a big season for his financial future because it's his last one before becoming a free agent.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Browns sign 'Bama tackle Wills, team's first-round pick
CLEVELAND (AP) — Jedrick Wills has slid into place for the Browns.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Yanks' Cole learns safety-protocol lesson in 1st intrasquad
NEW YORK (AP) — Gerrit Cole couldn't have expected the New York Yankees to take the ball away from him just one batter into his first home start in the Bronx.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Over the Hill? Recovered lefty on track for Twins rotation
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — When the Minnesota Twins signed Rich Hill from the bargain aisle of free agency last winter, they expected the left-hander to be available around midseason after his recovery from elbow surgery.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Shohei Ohtani back on Big A mound in Angels' intrasquad game
ANAHEIM, Calif. (AP) — Shohei Ohtani threw competitive pitches off the mound at Angel Stadium on Tuesday for the first time in two years.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
MLS to resume season minus 1 team amid growing virus concern
Major League Soccer is about to resume its season — in a state that has seen a huge spike in coronavirus infections, with one team absent because of a COVID-19 outbreak, and with plenty of worry about what will happen next.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Pirates' Keller looks to mesh information, instincts in 2020
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Mitch Keller's first go-round in the majors was a study in contrasts and a snapshot of where baseball is at in 2020.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
More positive tests, canceled workouts add to MLB unease
As baseball nears the two-week countdown to the start of its delayed season, the COVID-19 pandemic continues to keep more players, including Boston Red Sox projected opening day starter Eduardo Rodriguez, off the field.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
AP source: Mets to host Yankees on 20th anniversary of 9/11
NEW YORK (AP) — The New York Mets will host the crosstown Yankees on the 20th anniversary of 9/11 next season, according to a person familiar with the decision.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Red Sox's Bogaerts ready to lead after Betts' departure
BOSTON (AP) — Red Sox shortstop Xander Bogaerts has grown accustomed to being on big stages during his first seven years in the major leagues.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Chelsea into 3rd place in EPL, Arsenal held by Leicester
On a night of spectacular goals in the Premier League, it was a pair of tackles that had the most significant impact on the hard-fought race for Champions League qualification.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Banned for life by FIFA, soccer officials line up to appeal
GENEVA (AP) — The first of a number of appeals by former soccer officials banned for life by FIFA was heard Tuesday at sport's highest court.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Mahomes' big bet on football pays off with $503 million deal
Patrick Mahomes risked everything when he opted for football over baseball.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Seager looks to be example for younger teammates in Seattle
SEATTLE (AP) — When the games start, Kyle Seager doesn’t intend to be wearing a mask all the time.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Adam Haseley reports to Phils' camp after virus test delay
PHILADELPHIA (AP) — Philadelphia Phillies outfielder Adam Haseley reported to camp Tuesday after waiting several days for clearance because the lab used by Major League Baseball didn’t return the results of his initial test for the coronavirus.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Lee scores late to help Valencia end winless streak in Spain
MADRID (AP) — Young South Korean midfielder Lee Kang-in scored in the 89th to help Valencia end a four-game winless streak with a 2-1 victory over Valladolid in the Spanish league on Tuesday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
New Zealander Erceg holds down North Carolina's backline
Coach Paul Riley calls defender Abby Erceg the bedrock of the North Carolina Courage.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Yanks schedule exhibition games vs Mets, Phillies July 18-20
NEW YORK (AP) — The New York Yankees have scheduled preseason exhibitions against the crosstown Mets and Philadelphia Phillies.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Wizards' Beal, Nets' Dinwiddie to miss rest of NBA season
WASHINGTON (AP) — Wizards leading scorer Bradley Beal and Nets guard Spencer Dinwiddie won't take part in the restart of the NBA season, two significant absences in the Eastern Conference playoff race.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Wizards' Beal not playing rest of NBA season due to injury
WASHINGTON (AP) — Wizards leading scorer Bradley Beal won’t take part in the restart of the NBA season because of a right rotator cuff injury.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Safe at home? Off-field behavior will be decisive for MLB
MIAMI (AP) — Reliever Nick Vincent signed last week with the Miami Marlins and settled in for two days of quarantine in his hotel room while awaiting clearance to join workouts.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
AP source: Browns restructure DE Olivier Vernon's contract
CLEVELAND (AP) — Olivier Vernon's status with the Browns has more certainty. So does his paycheck.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Damian Lillard emerges from shutdown ready for playoff push
PORTLAND, Ore. (AP) — Grieving the death of a cousin and missing his mother, Damian Lillard struggled emotionally after the NBA shut down because of the coronavirus.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Native American groups ask NFL to force Redskins name change
WASHINGTON (AP) — More than a dozen Native American leaders and organizations sent a letter to NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell on Monday calling for the league to force Washington Redskins owner Dan Snyder to change the team name immediately.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Reds' Garrett drops fears, speaks out about racial injustice
CINCINNATI (AP) — With so few Black players in the major leagues, Cincinnati Reds reliever Amir Garrett was afraid to talk openly about racial discrimination. He kept his thoughts — and his stories — to himself.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Nats, Astros, Cards cancel workouts over virus testing delay
WASHINGTON (AP) — Baseball's two World Series teams canceled workouts Monday because of coronavirus testing delays that one executive worried could endanger the season.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Yankees hold 1st camp intrasquad game of virus era
NEW YORK (AP) — No fans. No music. A bullpen catcher calling balls and strikes.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Aaron Nola clears virus protocol, arrives to Phillies camp
PHILADELPHIA (AP) — Phillies ace Aaron Nola reported to camp on Monday after waiting a few extra days because he was in contact with someone who tested positive for the coronavirus.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
MLB releases pandemic-shortened schedule amid testing delays
Major League Baseball released its pandemic-shortened schedule Monday, featuring a tantalizing season opener between the New York Yankees and World Series champion Washington Nationals, even as some teams were still bogged down by coronavirus concerns.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Celtics' Brown: Taking social justice fight to Florida
BOSTON (AP) — Jaylen Brown is encouraged by the steps the NBA is taking to connect with its players’ desire to support social justice causes.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Big stick: Lindor focused on season, not future in Cleveland
CLEVELAND (AP) — Indians shortstop Francisco Lindor is religiously following baseball's COVID-19 protocols — social distancing, masks, temperature checks, you name it. He's making sure others do the same.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
FC Dallas withdraws from the MLS is Back tournament
FC Dallas has withdrawn from the MLS is Back tournament in Florida after 10 players tested positive for coronavirus.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Betts: Baseball didn't do good job with response to Floyd
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Mookie Betts wasn’t moved by Major League Baseball’s response in the wake of George Floyd’s death in police custody, and the Los Angeles Dodgers’ newest star has a goal of getting the Black community to love baseball as much as he does.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
As schools ponder cutting sports, tennis proves vulnerable
The promise of college tennis lured Abhimanyu Vannemreddy from his home in India to the United States, where he settled in at Winthrop in South Carolina.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
JR Smith overcomes 'very depressed state,' lands with Lakers
LOS ANGELES (AP) — JR Smith was not ready to wrap up his 15-year NBA career when he left the Cleveland Cavaliers in late 2018, and the ensuing 20 months were not much fun for the veteran shooter.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
With Fenway retrofit, players get taste of luxury (boxes)
BOSTON (AP) — A pitching mound in a picnic area. Exercise bicycles in the concourse. Lockers in the luxury suites.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
MLS MVP Carlos Vela will skip LAFC's trip to Orlando tourney
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Major League Soccer MVP Carlos Vela will not accompany Los Angeles FC to the league's return tournament in Orlando this month.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Spencer Torkelson has shown Tigers why they took him No. 1
DETROIT (AP) — Spencer Torkelson has quickly showed the Detroit Tigers why they drafted him No. 1 overall this year and gave him a $8-plus million
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Ocampos scores and makes winning save for Sevilla in La Liga
MADRID (AP) — It was a night to remember for Sevilla forward Lucas Ocampos in the Spanish league on Monday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Braves 'ultimate pro' OF Nick Markakis opts out of season
ATLANTA (AP) — Atlanta Braves outfielder Nick Markakis opted out of the 2020 season on Monday due to increased concerns about the coronavirus pandemic.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Nats, Astros, Cards cancel workouts over virus testing delay
WASHINGTON (AP) — Baseball's two World Series teams canceled workouts Monday because of coronavirus testing delays that one executive worried could endanger the season.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Betts: Baseball didn't do good job with response to Floyd
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Mookie Betts wasn’t moved by Major League Baseball’s response in the wake of George Floyd’s death in police custody, and the Los Angeles Dodgers’ newest star has a goal of getting the Black community to love baseball as much as he does.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Yankees hold 1st camp intrasquad game of virus era
NEW YORK (AP) — No fans. No music. A bullpen catcher calling balls and strikes.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
MLB releases pandemic-shortened schedule amid testing delays
Major League Baseball released its pandemic-shortened schedule Monday, featuring a tantalizing season opener between the New York Yankees and World Series champion Washington Nationals, even as some teams were still bogged down by coronavirus concerns.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Aaron Nola clears virus protocol, arrives to Phillies camp
PHILADELPHIA (AP) — Phillies ace Aaron Nola reported to camp on Monday after waiting a few extra days because he was in contact with someone who tested positive for the coronavirus.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
JR Smith overcomes 'very depressed state,' lands with Lakers
LOS ANGELES (AP) — JR Smith was not ready to wrap up his 15-year NBA career when he left the Cleveland Cavaliers in late 2018, and the ensuing 20 months were not much fun for the veteran shooter.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Celtics' Brown: Taking social justice fight to Florida
BOSTON (AP) — Jaylen Brown is encouraged by the steps the NBA is taking to connect with its players’ desire to support social justice causes.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Spencer Torkelson has shown Tigers why they took him No. 1
DETROIT (AP) — Spencer Torkelson has quickly showed the Detroit Tigers why they drafted him No. 1 overall this year and gave him a $8-plus million
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Ocampos scores and makes winning save for Sevilla in La Liga
MADRID (AP) — It was a night to remember for Sevilla forward Lucas Ocampos in the Spanish league on Monday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
FC Dallas withdraws from the MLS is Back tournament
FC Dallas has withdrawn from the MLS is Back tournament in Florida after 10 players tested positive for coronavirus.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Big stick: Lindor focused on season, not future in Cleveland
CLEVELAND (AP) — Indians shortstop Francisco Lindor is religiously following baseball's COVID-19 protocols — social distancing, masks, temperature checks, you name it. He's making sure others do the same.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
With Fenway retrofit, players get taste of luxury (boxes)
BOSTON (AP) — A pitching mound in a picnic area. Exercise bicycles in the concourse. Lockers in the luxury suites.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Reds' Garrett drops fears, speaks out about racial injustice
CINCINNATI (AP) — With so few Black players in the major leagues, Cincinnati Reds reliever Amir Garrett was afraid to talk openly about racial discrimination. He kept his thoughts — and his stories — to himself.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Native American groups ask NFL to force Redskins name change
WASHINGTON (AP) — More than a dozen Native American leaders and organizations sent a letter to NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell on Monday calling for the league to force Washington Redskins owner Dan Snyder to change the team name immediately.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
MLS MVP Carlos Vela will skip LAFC's trip to Orlando tourney
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Major League Soccer MVP Carlos Vela will not accompany Los Angeles FC to the league's return tournament in Orlando this month.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Nationals, Astros cancel workouts over virus testing delays
WASHINGTON (AP) — Baseball's two World Series teams canceled workouts Monday because of coronavirus testing delays that one executive worried could endanger the season.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Braves 'ultimate pro' OF Nick Markakis opts out of season
ATLANTA (AP) — Atlanta Braves outfielder Nick Markakis opted out of the 2020 season on Monday due to increased concerns about the coronavirus pandemic.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Nationals, Astros cancel workouts because of testing delays
WASHINGTON (AP) — Baseball's two World Series finalists canceled workouts Monday because of COVID-19 testing delays that one executive worried could endanger the baseball season.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Tokyo Olympics seek COVID-19 defenses, but what exactly?
TOKYO (AP) — As the president of the Tokyo Olympics, Yoshiro Mori knows experts will have to come up with defenses against COVID-19 for the postponed games to open a year from now.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Nationals cancel workout because of COVID-19 testing delay
WASHINGTON (AP) — The defending World Series champion Nationals canceled their workout Monday because of COVID-19 testing delays that general manager Mike Rizzo worried could endanger the baseball season.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Damian Lillard emerges from shutdown ready for playoff push
PORTLAND, Ore. (AP) — Grieving the death of a cousin and missing his mother, Damian Lillard struggled emotionally after the NBA shut down because of the coronavirus.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Paint schemes go political as NASCAR season heats up
INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — Many a fan is quick to insist they do not like politics in their sports — no kneeling, no raised fists, no T-shirt messages. Just the game or event, please and thank you.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
What Would Have Been: Close MLB interleague play, Wimbledon
There would have been a lot of close MLB rivalry games this week if not for the coronavirus pandemic, with five interleague series matching teams from the same city or state. All of those rivals will still get to play this year. The Associated Press looks at some of the …
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Correa asks wife to stay out of salons until season ends
HOUSTON (AP) — Houston Astos shortstop Carlos Correa is so serious about not contracting the coronavirus that he’s asked his wife, Daniella, a former pageant queen, to stay out of beauty salons until the season is over.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Indians manager Francona favors nickname change for club
CLEVELAND (AP) — Cleveland manager Terry Francona won't sidestep the hot-button topic any longer. He believes the Indians need to change their contentious nickname.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Liverpool makes triumphant Anfield return as English champ
They walked out to another guard of honor, with a huge rectangular banner high up in the Sir Kenny Dalglish Stand reading: “Liverpool FC – Champions Again”.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
VIRUS DIARY: Pro golf without fans in an eerie green expanse
DETROIT (AP) — Birds. Generators. Golf carts.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Tanaka doing well; Yanks to air intrasquad game Monday
NEW YORK (AP) — The Yankees had their Sunday brightened by Masahiro Tanaka, who came to the ballpark and seemed well a day after being hit in the head by Giancarlo Stanton’s line drive.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Brewers' Yelich knows he had fortunate timing on new deal
MILWAUKEE (AP) — Milwaukee Brewers outfielder Christian Yelich acknowledges he benefited from fortunate timing in his contract negotiations.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Youngsters justifying the faith of top Premier League teams
Some of the top Premier League teams are putting their faith in youth in the high-stakes finale to the longest-ever soccer season in England.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Tough day for MLB: Price out, Freeman positive, Tanaka hurt
Freddie Freeman tests positive for COVID-19. Masahiro Tanaka gets hit in the head by a line drive. David Price announces he won’t play this season.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Determined Ohtani charging back into 2-way role for Angels
ANAHEIM, Calif. (AP) — Shohei Ohtani is doing twice as much work as his Los Angeles Angels teammates again, and he's thrilled about it.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Braves' Felix Hernandez opts out of season due to pandemic
ATLANTA (AP) — Former Cy Young winner Félix Hernández has opted out of the 2020 season, at least temporarily ending his bid to revive his career with the Atlanta Braves.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
As schools ponder cutting sports, tennis proves vulnerable
The promise of college tennis lured Abhimanyu Vannemreddy from his home in India to the United States, where he settled in at Winthrop in South Carolina.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Brewers' Braun says he's now more likely to play beyond 2020
MILWAUKEE (AP) — Milwaukee Brewers veteran Ryan Braun said he's more likely to continue playing beyond 2020 because of the unusual circumstances of this pandemic-shortened season.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Bayern wins German Cup final to seal another domestic double
BERLIN (AP) — Bayern Munich players celebrated in front of empty stands after claiming its 20th German Cup title on Saturday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Enhanced crowd audio adds another dimension to fanless games
There's clearly a huge difference between an English Premier League match and one played between friends on a local field. But when you take away 54,000 fans who would otherwise be singing and cheering at Liverpool's Anfield, both sound the same.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Madrid moves closer to Spanish title with 7th straight win
MADRID (AP) — With another decisive penalty kick from Sergio Ramos, Real Madrid extended its perfect run after the coronavirus break and moved closer to its first Spanish league title in three years.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
King Félix opts out of MLB season, Doolittle on fence
Former Cy Young Award winner Félix Hernández has joined the list of major leaguers opting out of the 2020 season due to the coronavirus pandemic, at least temporarily ending the 34-year-old’s bid to revive his career.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
American coach makes his mark by winning Austrian title
DÜSSELDORF, Germany (AP) — Jesse Marsch came to Europe to make a name both for himself and for every other American soccer coach.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Yanks' Tanaka hit in head; LeMahieu, Cessa test positive
NEW YORK (AP) — With Masahiro Tanaka crumpled motionless on the mound, Aaron Judge repeatedly waved behind home plate and scolded a video journalist for taking images.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Valencia's struggles continue with 2-2 draw at Granada
MADRID (AP) — Valencia's struggles in the Spanish league continued with a 2-2 draw at Granada on Saturday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
No promotion for Bayern reserves despite winning 3rd tier
BERLIN (AP) — Bayern Munich’s reserve team won the German third division at its first attempt on Saturday but won't be promoted due to league rules.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Braves star Freeman, 3 others test positive for virus
ATLANTA (AP) — Atlanta Braves four-time All-Star Freddie Freeman, premier reliever Will Smith and two teammates have tested positive for the coronavirus, a jarring hit to the NL East champions less than three weeks before the start of the pandemic-delayed season.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Jarmond faces many challenges in taking over as UCLA's AD
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Most new athletic directors who take over in July have the luxury of getting acclimated to their new school before things really ramp up in two months. That isn't going to be the case for the start of Martin Jarmond's tenure at UCLA.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
D-backs' MadBum back on mound, tries to stay healthy in camp
PHOENIX (AP) — Arizona's new pitching addition Madison Bumgarner was having a little fun on the mound during his first summer workout on Saturday, dropping down sidearm and firing a fastball that buzzed catcher Stephen Vogt, who quickly spun out of harm's way.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Eyeing social change, Pirates star Josh Bell finds his voice
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Josh Bell wanted to make a statement with his actions, a way to channel the disgust the Pittsburgh Pirates first baseman felt in the wake of George Floyd's death at the hands of Minneapolis police in late May.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
MLS Dallas-Vancouver match delayed because of positive tests
The MLS is Back Tournament match between FC Dallas and the Vancouver Whitecaps set for Thursday has been postponed because of positive tests for the coronavirus.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
What Would Have Been: Close MLB interleague play, Wimbledon
There would have been a lot of close MLB rivalry games this week if not for the coronavirus pandemic, with five interleague series matching teams from the same city or state. All of those rivals will still get to play this year. The Associated Press looks at some of the …
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Tanaka doing well; Yanks to air intrasquad game Monday
NEW YORK (AP) — The Yankees had their Sunday brightened by Masahiro Tanaka, who came to the ballpark and seemed well a day after being hit in the head by Giancarlo Stanton’s line drive.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
King Félix opts out of MLB season, Doolittle on fence
Former Cy Young Award winner Félix Hernández has joined the list of major leaguers opting out of the 2020 season due to the coronavirus pandemic, at least temporarily ending the 34-year-old’s bid to revive his career.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Correa asks wife to stay out of salons until season ends
HOUSTON (AP) — Houston Astos shortstop Carlos Correa is so serious about not contracting the coronavirus that he’s asked his wife, Daniella, a former pageant queen, to stay out of beauty salons until the season is over.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Liverpool makes triumphant Anfield return as English champ
They walked out to another guard of honor, with a huge rectangular banner high up in the Sir Kenny Dalglish Stand reading: “Liverpool FC – Champions Again”.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Brewers' Yelich knows he had fortunate timing on new deal
MILWAUKEE (AP) — Milwaukee Brewers outfielder Christian Yelich acknowledges he benefited from fortunate timing in his contract negotiations.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Indians manager Francona favors nickname change for club
CLEVELAND (AP) — Cleveland manager Terry Francona won't sidestep the hot-button topic any longer. He believes the Indians need to change their contentious nickname.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Braves' Felix Hernandez opts out of season due to pandemic
ATLANTA (AP) — Former Cy Young winner Félix Hernández has opted out of the 2020 season, at least temporarily ending his bid to revive his career with the Atlanta Braves.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Madrid moves closer to Spanish title with 7th straight win
MADRID (AP) — With another decisive penalty kick from Sergio Ramos, Real Madrid extended its perfect run after the coronavirus break and moved closer to its first Spanish league title in three years.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Enhanced crowd audio adds another dimension to fanless games
There's clearly a huge difference between an English Premier League match and one played between friends on a local field. But when you take away 54,000 fans who would otherwise be singing and cheering at Liverpool's Anfield, both sound the same.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Paint schemes go political as NASCAR season heats up
INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — Many a fan is quick to insist they do not like politics in their sports — no kneeling, no raised fists, no T-shirt messages. Just the game or event, please and thank you.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
VIRUS DIARY: Pro golf without fans in an eerie green expanse
DETROIT (AP) — Birds. Generators. Golf carts.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Who are those masked men? Dodgers resume camp with new rules
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Clayton Kershaw arrived in Los Angeles for the restart of spring training with the Dodgers and was struck by the sight of people wearing masks while walking their dogs.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Youngsters justifying the faith of top Premier League teams
Some of the top Premier League teams are putting their faith in youth in the high-stakes finale to the longest-ever soccer season in England.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Tough day for MLB: Price out, Freeman positive, Tanaka hurt
Freddie Freeman tests positive for COVID-19. Masahiro Tanaka gets hit in the head by a line drive. David Price announces he won’t play this season.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Reign's Bethany Balcer aims to build on rookie NWSL season
Bethany Balcer didn't come to the National Women's Soccer League by way of a powerhouse college program like North Carolina or Stanford. She didn't have a national team history and wasn't a draft pick.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Determined Ohtani charging back into 2-way role for Angels
ANAHEIM, Calif. (AP) — Shohei Ohtani is doing twice as much work as his Los Angeles Angels teammates again, and he's thrilled about it.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Cubs, Ross get back to work as workouts resume in baseball
CHICAGO (AP) — To new manager David Ross, Wrigley Field looked as good as ever.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Mariners hope 6-man rotation pays off now and going forward
SEATTLE (AP) — When the Seattle Mariners kicked off summer camp Friday, figuring out how to get pitchers ready in just three weeks was a primary concern.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Brewers' Braun says he's now more likely to play beyond 2020
MILWAUKEE (AP) — Milwaukee Brewers veteran Ryan Braun said he's more likely to continue playing beyond 2020 because of the unusual circumstances of this pandemic-shortened season.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Bayern wins German Cup final to seal another domestic double
BERLIN (AP) — Bayern Munich players celebrated in front of empty stands after claiming its 20th German Cup title on Saturday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Defending champion Nats return healthy, careful on protocols
WASHINGTON (AP) — Dave Martinez's mantra of going 1-0 every day followed the Washington Nationals to their first World Series title.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Tatis Jr. wears mask during workout; Pham tests positive
SAN DIEGO (AP) — Prized shortstop Fernando Tatis Jr. wore a facemask throughout the reboot of spring training Friday for the San Diego Padres, who reported that outfielder Tommy Pham tested positive for COVID-19 and is asymptomatic.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Idaho march brings college athletes, officers together
Tommy Togiai could hear the emotion in his teammates' voices, see it in their eyes, even on a computer screen. The Ohio State defensive tackle felt it, too, in the days after George Floyd's death while in the custody of Minneapolis police.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
American coach makes his mark by winning Austrian title
DÜSSELDORF, Germany (AP) — Jesse Marsch came to Europe to make a name both for himself and for every other American soccer coach.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Bucks, Lakers look to shed rust, be healthy for playoffs
MILWAUKEE (AP) — The Milwaukee Bucks and Los Angeles Lakers have all but guaranteed themselves the top two playoff seeds and face a balancing act when the NBA returns to action.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Atlanta Braves give no indication of considering name change
ATLANTA (AP) — With teams in two sports taking a second look at names deemed offensive to Native Americans, the Atlanta Braves on Saturday gave no indication they are willing to consider a similar change.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Cleveland Indians look into changing name amid pressure
CLEVELAND (AP) — They've been known as the Cleveland Indians since 1915. Those days could be over.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
NBA emphasizes mental health as teams await Disney 'bubble'
NEW ORLEANS (AP) — Jrue Holiday expects basketball to be the easy part.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Yanks' Tanaka hit in head; LeMahieu, Cessa test positive
NEW YORK (AP) — With Masahiro Tanaka crumpled motionless on the mound, Aaron Judge repeatedly waved behind home plate and scolded a video journalist for taking images.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Valencia's struggles continue with 2-2 draw at Granada
MADRID (AP) — Valencia's struggles in the Spanish league continued with a 2-2 draw at Granada on Saturday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
No promotion for Bayern reserves despite winning 3rd tier
BERLIN (AP) — Bayern Munich’s reserve team won the German third division at its first attempt on Saturday but won't be promoted due to league rules.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Braves star Freeman, 3 others test positive for virus
ATLANTA (AP) — Atlanta Braves four-time All-Star Freddie Freeman, premier reliever Will Smith and two teammates have tested positive for the coronavirus, a jarring hit to the NL East champions less than three weeks before the start of the pandemic-delayed season.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Jarmond faces many challenges in taking over as UCLA's AD
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Most new athletic directors who take over in July have the luxury of getting acclimated to their new school before things really ramp up in two months. That isn't going to be the case for the start of Martin Jarmond's tenure at UCLA.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
D-backs' MadBum back on mound, tries to stay healthy in camp
PHOENIX (AP) — Arizona's new pitching addition Madison Bumgarner was having a little fun on the mound during his first summer workout on Saturday, dropping down sidearm and firing a fastball that buzzed catcher Stephen Vogt, who quickly spun out of harm's way.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Eyeing social change, Pirates star Josh Bell finds his voice
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Josh Bell wanted to make a statement with his actions, a way to channel the disgust the Pittsburgh Pirates first baseman felt in the wake of George Floyd's death at the hands of Minneapolis police in late May.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
MLS Dallas-Vancouver match delayed because of positive tests
The MLS is Back Tournament match between FC Dallas and the Vancouver Whitecaps set for Thursday has been postponed because of positive tests for the coronavirus.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
D-backs' MadBum back on mound, tries to stay healthy in camp
PHOENIX (AP) — Arizona's new pitching addition Madison Bumgarner was having a little fun on the mound during his first summer workout on Saturday, dropping down sidearm and firing a fastball that buzzed catcher Stephen Vogt, who quickly spun out of harm's way.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
MLS Dallas-Vancouver match delayed because of positive tests
The MLS is Back Tournament match between FC Dallas and the Vancouver Whitecaps set for Thursday has been postponed because of positive tests for the coronavirus.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Brewers' Braun says he's now more likely to play beyond 2020
MILWAUKEE (AP) — Milwaukee Brewers veteran Ryan Braun said he's more likely to continue playing beyond 2020 because of the unusual circumstances of this pandemic-shortened season.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Yanks' Tanaka hit in head; LeMahieu, Cessa test positive
NEW YORK (AP) — With Masahiro Tanaka crumpled motionless on the mound, Aaron Judge repeatedly waved behind home plate and scolded a video journalist for taking images.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Determined Ohtani charging back into 2-way role for Angels
ANAHEIM, Calif. (AP) — Shohei Ohtani is doing twice as much work as his Los Angeles Angels teammates again, and he's thrilled about it.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Tough day for MLB: Price out, Freeman positive, Tanaka hurt
Freddie Freeman tests positive for COVID-19. Masahiro Tanaka gets hit in the head by a line drive. David Price announces he won’t play this season.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Valencia's struggles continue with 2-2 draw at Granada
MADRID (AP) — Valencia's struggles in the Spanish league continued with a 2-2 draw at Granada on Saturday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Eyeing social change, Pirates star Josh Bell finds his voice
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Josh Bell wanted to make a statement with his actions, a way to channel the disgust the Pittsburgh Pirates first baseman felt in the wake of George Floyd's death at the hands of Minneapolis police in late May.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Youngsters justifying the faith of top Premier League teams
Some of the top Premier League teams are putting their faith in youth in the high-stakes finale to the longest-ever soccer season in England.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Yanks pitcher Tanaka alert after hit in head by Stanton blow
NEW YORK (AP) — With Masahiro Tanaka crumpled motionless on the mound, Aaron Judge repeatedly waved behind home plate and scolded a video journalist for taking images.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Bayern wins German Cup final to seal another domestic double
BERLIN (AP) — Bayern Munich players celebrated in front of empty stands after claiming its 20th German Cup title on Saturday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Yankees pitcher Tanaka hit in head by Stanton line drive
NEW YORK (AP) — Yankees pitcher Masahiro Tanaka was
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Celta held by Betis, stays near relegation zone in Spain
MADRID (AP) — Celta Vigo missed a chance to move further away from the relegation zone after a 1-1 home draw against Real Betis in the Spanish league on Saturday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Atlanta Braves give no indication of considering name change
ATLANTA (AP) — With teams in two sports taking a second look at names deemed offensive to Native Americans, the Atlanta Braves on Saturday gave no indication they are willing to consider a similar change.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
MLS Dallas-Vancouver match delayed; 8 players test positive
The MLS is Back Tournament match between FC Dallas and the Vancouver Whitecaps set for Thursday has been postponed after eight players tested positive for the coronavirus.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
No promotion for Bayern reserves despite winning 3rd tier
BERLIN (AP) — Bayern Munich’s reserve team won the German third division at its first attempt on Saturday but won't be promoted due to league rules.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Braves star Freeman, 3 others test positive for virus
ATLANTA (AP) — Atlanta Braves four-time All-Star Freddie Freeman, premier reliever Will Smith and two teammates have tested positive for the coronavirus, a jarring hit to the NL East champions less than three weeks before the start of the pandemic-delayed season.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
NBA emphasizes mental health as teams await Disney 'bubble'
NEW ORLEANS (AP) — Jrue Holiday expects basketball to be the easy part.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
American coach makes his mark by winning Austrian title
DÜSSELDORF, Germany (AP) — Jesse Marsch came to Europe to make a name both for himself and for every other American soccer coach.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
AL MVP Trout still doesn't feel comfortable about this year
ANAHEIM, Calif. (AP) — Mike Trout rounded third base wearing a white N-95 mask Friday morning as he participated in the Los Angeles Angels first workout of summer camp.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Paint schemes go political as NASCAR season heats up
INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — Many a fan is quick to insist they do not like politics in their sports — no kneeling, no raised fists, no T-shirt messages. Just the game or event, please and thank you.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
VIRUS DIARY: Pro golf without fans in an eerie green expanse
DETROIT (AP) — Birds. Generators. Golf carts.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Who are those masked men? Dodgers resume camp with new rules
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Clayton Kershaw arrived in Los Angeles for the restart of spring training with the Dodgers and was struck by the sight of people wearing masks while walking their dogs.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
MLS players balance health history with virus risk
SEATTLE (AP) — Vancouver Whitecaps midfielder Andy Rose needed to have a lot of conversations and make hard decisions when Major League Soccer first started moving toward returning to action with a tournament in Florida.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Reign's Bethany Balcer aims to build on rookie NWSL season
Bethany Balcer didn't come to the National Women's Soccer League by way of a powerhouse college program like North Carolina or Stanford. She didn't have a national team history and wasn't a draft pick.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
From Three Rivers to PNC Park, Pirates pitcher Musgrove set
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Joe Musgrove isn't trying to make a political statement when the Pittsburgh Pirates pitcher dons a mask, but a practical one.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Votto, Reds resume with unsettled feelings as workouts start
CINCINNATI (AP) — Hitters in bright red shirts slapped batting-practice pitches to all parts of the recently mowed field. A mash-up of disco, rap and Motown reverberated through empty Great American Ball Park for background music.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Cubs, Ross get back to work as workouts resume in baseball
CHICAGO (AP) — To new manager David Ross, Wrigley Field looked as good as ever.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Discourse over national anthem looms for NBA, other leagues
Rick Carlisle isn't sure what to expect from players during the national anthem when the NBA season resumes in empty arenas in Florida.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Chisox pitcher Kopech misses camp start with personal matter
The Chicago White Sox plan to give Michael Kopech whatever he needs to deal with a personal matter.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Mariners hope 6-man rotation pays off now and going forward
SEATTLE (AP) — When the Seattle Mariners kicked off summer camp Friday, figuring out how to get pitchers ready in just three weeks was a primary concern.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
AP Source: Agent asks Browns to trade tight end David Njoku
CLEVELAND (AP) — Agent Drew Rosenhaus has asked the Cleveland Browns to trade tight end and former first-round draft pick David Njoku, a person familiar with the request told The Associated Press on Friday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Astros look to McCullers to help make up for loss of Cole
HOUSTON (AP) — Gerrit Cole’s departure to join the New York Yankees in free agency left a gaping hole in Houston’s rotation entering the season.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
MLB cancels All-Star Game for first time since 1945
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Dodger Stadium’s 40-year wait to host the All-Star Game is going to last even longer.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
K-State launches diversity programs after football boycott
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — Kansas State is launching a diversity and education fund amid several other initiatives to address racial injustice after football players threatened a boycott in response to an insensitive tweet by a student about the death of George Floyd.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Defending champion Nats return healthy, careful on protocols
WASHINGTON (AP) — Dave Martinez's mantra of going 1-0 every day followed the Washington Nationals to their first World Series title.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Tatis Jr. wears mask during workout; Pham tests positive
SAN DIEGO (AP) — Prized shortstop Fernando Tatis Jr. wore a facemask throughout the reboot of spring training Friday for the San Diego Padres, who reported that outfielder Tommy Pham tested positive for COVID-19 and is asymptomatic.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Idaho march brings college athletes, officers together
Tommy Togiai could hear the emotion in his teammates' voices, see it in their eyes, even on a computer screen. The Ohio State defensive tackle felt it, too, in the days after George Floyd's death while in the custody of Minneapolis police.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Indians' Carrasco on another journey, this time in pandemic
CLEVELAND (AP) — Not even a mask can hide Carlos Carrasco's smile or muffle his joy.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Bucks, Lakers look to shed rust, be healthy for playoffs
MILWAUKEE (AP) — The Milwaukee Bucks and Los Angeles Lakers have all but guaranteed themselves the top two playoff seeds and face a balancing act when the NBA returns to action.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
College athletes from overseas might be stuck at home
STORRS, Conn. (AP) — UConn women’s basketball coach Geno Auriemma has asked for federal help in getting his team back to campus this summer.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Braves' Hamels says shoulder feels strong after long layoff
ATLANTA (AP) — For baseball's short season, Cole Hamels says short starts will work just fine.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Cleveland Indians look into changing name amid pressure
CLEVELAND (AP) — They've been known as the Cleveland Indians since 1915. Those days could be over.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Race for Champions League spots intensifies in England
With Leicester imploding, Chelsea remaining inconsistent and both Manchester United and Wolverhampton extending their long unbeaten runs, the fight for Champions League qualification has intensified since the restart of the Premier League on June 17.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
SEC's Sankey: Federal NIL law needed for fair competition
Southeastern Conference Commissioner Greg Sankey told a U.S. Senate committee Wednesday there needs to be a uniform federal law to regulate the compensation of college athletes instead of a series of state versions with differing requirements.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Jarmond faces many challenges in taking over as UCLA's AD
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Most new athletic directors who take over in July have the luxury of getting acclimated to their new school before things really ramp up in two months. That isn't going to be the case for the start of Martin Jarmond's tenure at UCLA.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Redskins to have 'thorough review' of name amid race debate
WASHINGTON (AP) — The Washington Redskins began a “thorough review” of their name Friday, a significant step toward moving on from what experts and advocates call a “dictionary-defined racial slur.”
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Coach Dawn Staley awaits Olympics, focuses on South Carolina
NEW YORK (AP) — Coach Dawn Staley would be prepping the U.S. women’s basketball team for the Tokyo Olympics this week if not for the coronavirus pandemic.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Jarmond faces many challenges in taking over as UCLA's AD
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Most new athletic directors who take over in July have the luxury of getting acclimated to their new school before things really ramp up in two months. That isn't going to be the case for the start of Martin Jarmond's tenure at UCLA.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Cleveland Indians look into changing name amid pressure
CLEVELAND (AP) — They've been known as the Cleveland Indians since 1915. Those days could be over.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Defending champion Nats return healthy, careful on protocols
WASHINGTON (AP) — Dave Martinez's mantra of going 1-0 every day followed the Washington Nationals to their first World Series title.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Tatis Jr. wears mask during workout; Pham tests positive
SAN DIEGO (AP) — Prized shortstop Fernando Tatis Jr. wore a facemask throughout the reboot of spring training Friday for the San Diego Padres, who reported that outfielder Tommy Pham tested positive for COVID-19 and is asymptomatic.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Cubs, Ross get back to work as workouts resume in baseball
CHICAGO (AP) — To new manager David Ross, Wrigley Field looked as good as ever.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Who are those masked men? Dodgers resume camp with new rules
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Clayton Kershaw arrived in Los Angeles for the restart of spring training with the Dodgers and was struck by the sight of people wearing masks while walking their dogs.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Mariners hope 6-man rotation pays off now and going forward
SEATTLE (AP) — When the Seattle Mariners kicked off summer camp Friday, figuring out how to get pitchers ready in just three weeks was a primary concern.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Paint schemes go political as NASCAR season heats up
INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — Many a fan is quick to insist they do not like politics in their sports — no kneeling, no raised fists, no T-shirt messages. Just the game or event, please and thank you.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Bucks, Lakers look to shed rust, be healthy for playoffs
MILWAUKEE (AP) — The Milwaukee Bucks and Los Angeles Lakers have all but guaranteed themselves the top two playoff seeds and face a balancing act when the NBA returns to action.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Astros look to McCullers to help make up for loss of Cole
HOUSTON (AP) — Gerrit Cole’s departure to join the New York Yankees in free agency left a gaping hole in Houston’s rotation entering the season.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Indians' Carrasco on another journey, this time in pandemic
CLEVELAND (AP) — Not even a mask can hide Carlos Carrasco's smile or muffle his joy.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
MLS players balance health history with virus risk
SEATTLE (AP) — Vancouver Whitecaps midfielder Andy Rose needed to have a lot of conversations and make hard decisions when Major League Soccer first started moving toward returning to action with a tournament in Florida.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
From Three Rivers to PNC Park, Pirates pitcher Musgrove set
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Joe Musgrove isn't trying to make a political statement when the Pittsburgh Pirates pitcher dons a mask, but a practical one.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Votto, Reds resume with unsettled feelings as workouts start
CINCINNATI (AP) — Hitters in bright red shirts slapped batting-practice pitches to all parts of the recently mowed field. A mash-up of disco, rap and Motown reverberated through empty Great American Ball Park for background music.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
AP Source: Agent asks Browns to trade tight end David Njoku
CLEVELAND (AP) — Agent Drew Rosenhaus has asked the Cleveland Browns to trade tight end and former first-round draft pick David Njoku, a person familiar with the request told The Associated Press on Friday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Braves' Hamels says shoulder feels strong after long layoff
ATLANTA (AP) — For baseball's short season, Cole Hamels says short starts will work just fine.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Chisox pitcher Kopech misses camp start with personal matter
The Chicago White Sox plan to give Michael Kopech whatever he needs to deal with a personal matter.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Discourse over national anthem looms for NBA, other leagues
Rick Carlisle isn't sure what to expect from players during the national anthem when the NBA season resumes in empty arenas in Florida.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
AL MVP Trout still doesn't feel comfortable about this year
ANAHEIM, Calif. (AP) — Mike Trout rounded third base wearing a white N-95 mask Friday morning as he participated in the Los Angeles Angels first workout of summer camp.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Bucks, Lakers look to shed rust or rest for playoffs?
MILWAUKEE (AP) — The Milwaukee Bucks and Los Angeles Lakers have all but guaranteed themselves the top two playoff seeds and face a balancing act when the NBA returns to action.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
White Sox pitcher Kopech dealing with personal matter
Chicago White Sox prospect Michael Kopech missed the start of summer camp Friday due to a personal matter.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
MLB cancels All-Star Game for first time since 1945
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Dodger Stadium’s 40-year wait to host the All-Star Game is going to last even longer.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Redskins to have 'thorough review' of name amid race debate
WASHINGTON (AP) — The Washington Redskins began a “thorough review” of their name Friday, a significant step toward moving on from what experts and advocates call a “dictionary-defined racial slur.”
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Redskins undergoing 'thorough review' of team name
WASHINGTON (AP) — The Washington Redskins are undergoing a “thorough review” of their nickname.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
MLB cancels All-Star Game for 1st time since 1945
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Dodger Stadium’s 40-year wait to host the All-Star Game is going to last even longer.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
VIRUS DIARY: Pro golf without fans in an eerie green expanse
DETROIT (AP) — Birds. Generators. Golf carts.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Race for Champions League spots intensifies in England
With Leicester imploding, Chelsea remaining inconsistent and both Manchester United and Wolverhampton extending their long unbeaten runs, the fight for Champions League qualification has intensified since the restart of the Premier League on June 17.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Flyers' Lindblom completes treatment for rare bone cancer
PHILADELPHIA (AP) — Philadelphia Flyers forward Oskar Lindblom has completed radiation treatments for a rare form of bone cancer.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Anthony Davis: Lakers' title chances improved after break
LOS ANGELES (AP) — The sudden suspension of the NBA season was a double disappointment for Anthony Davis.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Reign's Bethany Balcer aims to build on rookie NWSL season
Bethany Balcer didn't come to the National Women's Soccer League by way of a powerhouse college program like North Carolina or Stanford. She didn't have a national team history and wasn't a draft pick.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Grizzlies' Morant adds 12 pounds before heading to Florida
Ja Morant has taken advantage of the NBA's hiatus, adding 12 pounds of muscle to help absorb contact when the NBA's likely rookie of the year fearlessly attacks the basketball.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Zion Williamson confident in his health, Pelicans' prospects
NEW ORLEANS (AP) — Pelicans rookie Zion Williamson credits his mother’s wisdom with helping him manage life’s unanticipated twists and inevitable assortment of successes and setbacks.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
K-State launches diversity programs after football boycott
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — Kansas State is launching a diversity and education fund amid several other initiatives to address racial injustice after football players threatened a boycott in response to an insensitive tweet by a student about the death of George Floyd.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
76ers' Simmons recovered from back injury for restart
PHILADELPHIA (AP) — Ben Simmons’ back pain threw his postseason status into uncertainty had the NBA season reached its natural conclusion.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Idaho march brings college athletes, officers together
Tommy Togiai could hear the emotion in his teammates' voices, see it in their eyes, even on a computer screen. The Ohio State defensive tackle felt it, too, in the days after George Floyd's death while in the custody of Minneapolis police.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
College athletes from overseas might be stuck at home
STORRS, Conn. (AP) — UConn women’s basketball coach Geno Auriemma has asked for federal help in getting his team back to campus this summer.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
SEC's Sankey: Federal NIL law needed for fair competition
Southeastern Conference Commissioner Greg Sankey told a U.S. Senate committee Wednesday there needs to be a uniform federal law to regulate the compensation of college athletes instead of a series of state versions with differing requirements.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
MLB players begin reporting for tests as first workouts near
Yoán Moncada has spent the past couple of months working out in what he called a “controlled and limited environment” in Florida, where the White Sox slugger could continue to get at-bats while protecting himself from the coronavirus.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Cubs' Quintana cuts thumb washing dishes, undergoes surgery
CHICAGO (AP) — Already concerned about the depth of their rotation, the Chicago Cubs will have to get by for at least a little while without one starter because of a freak injury.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Coach Dawn Staley awaits Olympics, focuses on South Carolina
NEW YORK (AP) — Coach Dawn Staley would be prepping the U.S. women’s basketball team for the Tokyo Olympics this week if not for the coronavirus pandemic.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Anthony Davis: Lakers' title chances improved after break
LOS ANGELES (AP) — The sudden suspension of the NBA season was a double disappointment for Anthony Davis.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Reign's Bethany Balcer aims to build on rookie NWSL season
Bethany Balcer didn't come to the National Women's Soccer League by way of a powerhouse college program like North Carolina or Stanford. She didn't have a national team history and wasn't a draft pick.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Zion Williamson confident in his health, Pelicans' prospects
NEW ORLEANS (AP) — Pelicans rookie Zion Williamson credits his mother’s wisdom with helping him manage life’s unanticipated twists and inevitable assortment of successes and setbacks.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Grizzlies' Morant adds 12 pounds before heading to Florida
Ja Morant has taken advantage of the NBA's hiatus, adding 12 pounds of muscle to help absorb contact when the NBA's likely rookie of the year fearlessly attacks the basketball.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
76ers' Simmons recovered from back injury for restart
PHILADELPHIA (AP) — Ben Simmons’ back pain threw his postseason status into uncertainty had the NBA season reached its natural conclusion.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Flyers' Lindblom completes treatment for rare bone cancer
PHILADELPHIA (AP) — Philadelphia Flyers forward Oskar Lindblom has completed radiation treatments for a rare form of bone cancer.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Idaho march brings college athletes, officers together
Tommy Togiai could hear the emotion in his teammates' voices, see it in their eyes, even on a computer screen. The Ohio State defensive tackle felt it, too, in the days after George Floyd's death while in the custody of Minneapolis police.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Cubs' Quintana cuts thumb washing dishes, undergoes surgery
CHICAGO (AP) — Already concerned about the depth of their rotation, the Chicago Cubs will have to get by for at least a little while without one starter because of a freak injury.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Ertz, Short say soul-searching led to vulnerability on field
Chicago Red Stars teammates Julie Ertz and Casey Short say hard conversations over the past several weeks led to their vulnerability in the moment they shared an emotional embrace while they knelt during the national anthem as the NWSL opened its season.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Six FC Dallas players test positive for COVID-19 in Florida
Six players with FC Dallas have tested positive for COVID-19 and the entire team has been quarantined ahead of the MLS Is Back tournament.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Cubs pitching coach says COVID-19 quarantined him for month
CHICAGO (AP) — An emotional Chicago Cubs pitching coach Tommy Hottovy is recovering from a severe case of COVID-19 that quarantined him for 30 days.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Healthy Kessel expected to give Coyotes a boost in return
GLENDALE, Ariz. (AP) — The start of Phil Kessel's desert tenure did not go according to plan, for him or the Arizona Coyotes.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
K-State launches diversity programs after football boycott
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — Kansas State is launching a diversity and education fund amid several other initiatives to address racial injustice after football players threatened a boycott in response to an insensitive tweet by a student about the death of George Floyd.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Schalke plans to slash spending as virus strains finances
GELSENKIRCHEN, Germany (AP) — German soccer club Schalke plans to slash its future spending because the coronavirus pandemic has piled pressure on the Bundesliga team's already strained finances.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
76ers coach Brown says Embiid, Simmons healthy for restart
PHILADELPHIA (AP) — Philadelphia 76ers coach Brett Brown says All-Star guard Ben Simmons is “good to go” for the NBA restart after sitting out the final games before the shutdown with a back injury.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
College athletes from overseas might be stuck at home
STORRS, Conn. (AP) — UConn women’s basketball coach Geno Auriemma has asked for federal help in getting his team back to campus this summer.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
SEC's Sankey: Federal NIL law needed for fair competition
Southeastern Conference Commissioner Greg Sankey told a U.S. Senate committee Wednesday there needs to be a uniform federal law to regulate the compensation of college athletes instead of a series of state versions with differing requirements.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Rivers: Lou Williams expected to join Clippers for restart
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Los Angeles Clippers coach Doc Rivers says Lou Williams is expected to join the team for the NBA’s restart in Florida.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Lakers add veteran J.R. Smith for Orlando championship push
LOS ANGELES (AP) — J.R. Smith has joined LeBron James and the Los Angeles Lakers for their championship push.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
MLB players begin reporting for tests as first workouts near
Yoán Moncada has spent the past couple of months working out in what he called a “controlled and limited environment” in Florida, where the White Sox slugger could continue to get at-bats while protecting himself from the coronavirus.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Villarreal moves closer to Champions League spot in Spain
Gerard Moreno scored a pair of first-half goals as Villarreal defeated 10-man Real Betis 2-0 on Wednesday to move closer to a Champions League spot in the Spanish league.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Coach Dawn Staley awaits Olympics, focuses on South Carolina
NEW YORK (AP) — Coach Dawn Staley would be prepping the U.S. women’s basketball team for the Tokyo Olympics this week if not for the coronavirus pandemic.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Villarreal moves closer to Champions League spot in Spain
Gerard Moreno scored a pair of first-half goals as Villarreal defeated 10-man Real Betis 2-0 on Wednesday to move closer to a Champions League spot in the Spanish league.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Cubs pitching coach says COVID-19 quarantined him for month
CHICAGO (AP) — An emotional Chicago Cubs pitching coach Tommy Hottovy is recovering from a severe case of COVID-19 that quarantined him for 30 days.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Healthy Kessel expected to give Coyotes a boost in return
GLENDALE, Ariz. (AP) — The start of Phil Kessel's desert tenure did not go according to plan, for him or the Arizona Coyotes.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
MLB players begin reporting for tests as first workouts near
Yoán Moncada has spent the past couple of months working out in what he called a “controlled and limited environment” in Florida, where the White Sox slugger could continue to get at-bats while protecting himself from the coronavirus.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Rivers: Lou Williams expected to join Clippers for restart
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Los Angeles Clippers coach Doc Rivers says Lou Williams is expected to join the team for the NBA’s restart in Florida.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
SEC's Sankey: Federal NIL law needed for fair competition
Southeastern Conference Commissioner Greg Sankey told a U.S. Senate committee Wednesday there needs to be a uniform federal law to regulate the compensation of college athletes instead of a series of state versions with differing requirements.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Six FC Dallas players test positive for COVID-19 in Florida
Six players with FC Dallas have tested positive for COVID-19 and the entire team has been quarantined ahead of the MLS Is Back tournament.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
College athletes from overseas might be stuck at home
STORRS, Conn. (AP) — UConn women’s basketball coach Geno Auriemma has asked for federal help in getting his team back to campus this summer.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Lakers add veteran J.R. Smith for Orlando championship push
LOS ANGELES (AP) — J.R. Smith has joined LeBron James and the Los Angeles Lakers for their championship push.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
76ers coach Brown says Embiid, Simmons healthy for restart
PHILADELPHIA (AP) — Philadelphia 76ers coach Brett Brown says All-Star guard Ben Simmons is “good to go” for the NBA restart after sitting out the final games before the shutdown with a back injury.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Sankey: federal NIL law needed to ensure fair competition
Southeastern Conference Commissioner Greg Sankey told a U.S. Senate committee Wednesday that there needs to be a uniform federal law to regulate the compensation of college athletes instead of a series of state-level versions with differing requirements.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Schalke plans to slash spending as virus strains finances
GELSENKIRCHEN, Germany (AP) — German soccer club Schalke plans to slash its future spending because the coronavirus pandemic has piled pressure on the Bundesliga team's already strained finances.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
K-State launches diversity programs after football boycott
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — Kansas State is launching a diversity and education fund amid several other initiatives to address racial injustice after football players threatened a boycott in response to an insensitive tweet by a student about the death of George Floyd.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Leroy Sane set to leave Man City for Bayern Munich
Manchester City has agreed to sell winger Leroy Sane to Bayern Munich in a deal worth up to 60 million euros ($67 million), a person familiar with the deal said.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Teams not able to disclose who goes on IL due to virus
Trying to find out the status of a baseball player coming back from an ankle injury definitely will be easier than learning whether someone tested positive for the coronavirus.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Ertz, Short say soul-searching led to vulnerability on field
Chicago Red Stars teammates Julie Ertz and Casey Short say hard conversations over the past several weeks led to their vulnerability in the moment they shared an emotional embrace while they knelt during the national anthem as the NWSL opened its season.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Roster shuffle: Plans change in MLB because of health issues
PHOENIX (AP) — A small group of players, including Nationals slugger Ryan Zimmerman and Rockies outfielder Ian Desmond, have announced they plan to sit out this season. The Minnesota Twins have shuffled their on-field staff to protect the health of some of their older coaches.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Rockies GM supports Desmond's decision to skip '20 season
DENVER (AP) — Colorado Rockies general manager Jeff Bridich says he supports Ian Desmond’s decision to sit out the 2020 season to focus on his young family and help rejuvenate youth baseball in his hometown in Florida.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Shohei Ohtani returns to 2-way role with Angels this season
ANAHEIM, Calif. (AP) — Shohei Ohtani will resume his two-way career with the Los Angeles Angels when baseball returns.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
FIFA bans former finance director Kattner for 10 years
GENEVA (AP) — FIFA banned its former finance director Markus Kattner for 10 years on Tuesday for helping former president Sepp Blatter and other top managers award themselves
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Positive tests force Nuggets to close practice facilities
DENVER (AP) — The Denver Nuggets say they’ve closed their facilities after two members of the team’s traveling party tested positive for the coronavirus over the weekend. A third tested positive this week.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Coach Dawn Staley awaits Olympics, focuses on South Carolina
NEW YORK (AP) — Coach Dawn Staley would be prepping the U.S. women’s basketball team for the Tokyo Olympics this week if not for the coronavirus pandemic.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Patriots hope winning still in fashion for new QB Newton
One is a man of a million fedoras.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Ronaldo's rocket powers Juventus to 3-1 win at Genoa
ROME (AP) — Cristiano Ronaldo scored with a long-range rocket on a night when each Juventus goal was more spectacular than the other in a 3-1 win at relegation-threatened Genoa.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Coach Dawn Staley awaits Olympics, focuses on South Carolina
NEW YORK (AP) — Coach Dawn Staley would be prepping the U.S. women’s basketball team for the Tokyo Olympics this week if not for the coronavirus pandemic.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Rockies GM supports Desmond's decision to skip '20 season
DENVER (AP) — Colorado Rockies general manager Jeff Bridich says he supports Ian Desmond’s decision to sit out the 2020 season to focus on his young family and help rejuvenate youth baseball in his hometown in Florida.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Ertz, Short say soul-searching led to vulnerability on field
Chicago Red Stars teammates Julie Ertz and Casey Short say hard conversations over the past several weeks led to their vulnerability in the moment they shared an emotional embrace while they knelt during the national anthem as the NWSL opened its season.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Shohei Ohtani returns to 2-way role with Angels this season
ANAHEIM, Calif. (AP) — Shohei Ohtani will resume his two-way career with the Los Angeles Angels when baseball returns.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Ronaldo's rocket powers Juventus to 3-1 win at Genoa
ROME (AP) — Cristiano Ronaldo scored with a long-range rocket on a night when each Juventus goal was more spectacular than the other in a 3-1 win at relegation-threatened Genoa.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Teams not able to disclose who goes on IL due to virus
Trying to find out the status of a baseball player coming back from an ankle injury definitely will be easier than learning whether someone tested positive for the coronavirus.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Positive tests force Nuggets to close practice facilities
DENVER (AP) — The Denver Nuggets say they’ve closed their facilities after two members of the team’s traveling party tested positive for the coronavirus over the weekend. A third tested positive this week.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Leroy Sane set to leave Man City for Bayern Munich
Manchester City has agreed to sell winger Leroy Sane to Bayern Munich in a deal worth up to 60 million euros ($67 million), a person familiar with the deal said.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
FIFA bans former finance director Kattner for 10 years
GENEVA (AP) — FIFA banned its former finance director Markus Kattner for 10 years on Tuesday for helping former president Sepp Blatter and other top managers award themselves
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
What Would Have Been: World Series rematch at MLB midpoint
Major League Baseball is set to resume “spring training” this week while moving toward the start of a shortened 60-game season in late July. If not for the coronavirus pandemic, the league would have reached the halfway point of its usual 162-game schedule. Wimbledon would have also been getting started …
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Subs, coaches see red as refs hear all in empty stadiums
ROME (AP) — Tommaso Berni, Inter Milan’s third-choice goalkeeper who hasn’t played in six seasons with the club, was sent off the bench for a “disrespectful outburst” during Sunday’s game at Parma.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Wizards rule out John Wall returning this season
John Wall will not join the Washington Wizards for the resumption of the NBA season this summer, ending the chances of the five-time All-Star guard playing his first game since 2018.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Roster shuffle: Plans change in MLB because of health issues
PHOENIX (AP) — A small group of players, including Nationals slugger Ryan Zimmerman and Rockies outfielder Ian Desmond, have announced they plan to sit out this season. The Minnesota Twins have shuffled their on-field staff to protect the health of some of their older coaches.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
AP Source: Cavs agree to 2-year deal with free agent F Bell
CLEVELAND (AP) — The Cleveland Cavaliers have agreed to terms with free agent forward Jordan Bell on a two-year contract and signed two-way forward Dean Wade to a multiyear deal, a person familiar with the negotiations said Monday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
A long-overdue 'Tip of the Cap' to baseball's Black pioneers
Barack Obama tipped his cap. So did three other former U.S. presidents and a host of prominent civil rights leaders, entertainers and sports greats in a virtual salute to the 100-year anniversary of the founding of baseball’s Negro Leagues.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Rebuilding MLB clubs hope to keep developing top prospects
SEATTLE (AP) — Seattle Mariners general manager Jerry Dipoto had at one point expected former first-round pick Logan Gilbert to be pitching at T-Mobile Park by the time June rolled around.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Nationals' Zimmerman and Ross opting out of MLB season
The Washington Nationals will try to defend their World Series title without at least two holdovers from last year's team, including one of the faces of the franchise.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
AP source: Patriots sign QB Cam Newton to replace Tom Brady
BOSTON (AP) — The New England Patriots have reached an agreement with free-agent quarterback Cam Newton, bringing in the 2015 NFL Most Valuable Player to help the team move on from three-time MVP Tom Brady, a person with knowledge of the deal told The Associated Press.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Patriots hope winning still in fashion for new QB Newton
One is a man of a million fedoras.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Diamondbacks right-hander Mike Leake opts out of 2020 season
PHOENIX (AP) — Arizona Diamondbacks right-hander Mike Leake is one of the first players to opt out of the 2020 season due to concerns about the coronavirus.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
German soccer to have 2 summer transfer periods due to virus
BERLIN (AP) — Germany will have two summer transfer periods this year – the first for just one day.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Ex-CONCACAF president Alfredo Hawit sentenced to time served
NEW YORK (AP) — The former president of soccer’s governing body for North and Central America and the Caribbean was sentenced to time served for his role in accepting $1.66 million in bribes in the FIFA scandals and will return to Honduras after 4 1/2 years in the U.S.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Patriots hope winning still in fashion for new QB Newton
One is a man of a million fedoras.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Diamondbacks right-hander Mike Leake opts out of 2020 season
PHOENIX (AP) — Arizona Diamondbacks right-hander Mike Leake is one of the first players to opt out of the 2020 season due to concerns about the coronavirus.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Wizards rule out John Wall returning this season
John Wall will not join the Washington Wizards for the resumption of the NBA season this summer, ending the chances of the five-time All-Star guard playing his first game since 2018.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Roster shuffle: Plans change in MLB because of health issues
PHOENIX (AP) — A small group of players, including Nationals slugger Ryan Zimmerman and Rockies outfielder Ian Desmond, have announced they plan to sit out this season. The Minnesota Twins have shuffled their on-field staff to protect the health of some of their older coaches.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Rebuilding MLB clubs hope to keep developing top prospects
SEATTLE (AP) — Seattle Mariners general manager Jerry Dipoto had at one point expected former first-round pick Logan Gilbert to be pitching at T-Mobile Park by the time June rolled around.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Nationals' Zimmerman and Ross opting out of MLB season
The Washington Nationals will try to defend their World Series title without at least two holdovers from last year's team, including one of the faces of the franchise.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Diamondbacks' Leake becomes first player to opt out in 2020
PHOENIX (AP) — Arizona Diamondbacks right-hander Mike Leake has become the first known player to opt out of the 2020 season due to concerns about the coronavirus.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Diamondbacks right-hander Leake opts out of 2020 season
PHOENIX (AP) — Arizona Diamondbacks right-hander Mike Leake has opted out of the 2020 season due to concerns about the coronavirus.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
AP Source: Cavs agree to 2-year deal with free agent F Bell
CLEVELAND (AP) — The Cleveland Cavaliers have agreed to terms with free agent forward Jordan Bell on a two-year contract and signed two-way forward Dean Wade to a multiyear deal, a person familiar with the negotiations said Monday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
11 o'clock and all's silent on Wimbledon's would-be Day 1
WIMBLEDON, England (AP) — When the clock struck 11 a.m. at the All England Club, there was silence.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Ex-CONCACAF president Alfredo Hawit sentenced to time served
NEW YORK (AP) — The former president of soccer’s governing body for North and Central America and the Caribbean was sentenced to time served for his role in accepting $1.66 million in bribes in the FIFA scandals and will return to Honduras after 4 1/2 years in the U.S.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
German soccer to have 2 summer transfer periods due to virus
BERLIN (AP) — Germany will have two summer transfer periods this year – the first for just one day.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
AP source: Patriots sign QB Cam Newton to replace Tom Brady
BOSTON (AP) — The New England Patriots have reached an agreement with free-agent quarterback Cam Newton, bringing in the 2015 NFL Most Valuable Player to help the team move on from three-time MVP Tom Brady, a person with knowledge of the deal told The Associated Press.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Subs, coaches see red as refs hear all in empty stadiums
ROME (AP) — Tommaso Berni, Inter Milan’s third-choice goalkeeper who hasn’t played in six seasons with the club, was sent off the bench for a “disrespectful outburst” during Sunday’s game at Parma.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Subs, coaches seeing red as refs hear all in empty stadiums
ROME (AP) — Tommaso Berni, Inter Milan’s third-choice goalkeeper who hasn’t played in six seasons with the club, was sent off the bench for dissent during Sunday’s game at Parma.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
A long-overdue 'Tip of the Cap' to baseball's Black pioneers
Barack Obama tipped his cap. So did three other former U.S. presidents and a host of prominent civil rights leaders, entertainers and sports greats in a virtual salute to the 100-year anniversary of the founding of baseball’s Negro Leagues.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Source: Patriots sign QB Cam Newton to replace Tom Brady
BOSTON (AP) — The New England Patriots have reached an agreement with free-agent quarterback Cam Newton, bringing in the 2015 NFL Most Valuable Player to help the team move on from three-time MVP Tom Brady, a person with knowledge of the deal told The Associated Press.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
What Would Have Been: World Series rematch at MLB midpoint
Major League Baseball is set to resume “spring training” this week while moving toward the start of a shortened 60-game season in late July. If not for the coronavirus pandemic, the league would have reached the halfway point of its usual 162-game schedule. Wimbledon would have also been getting started …
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
How Germany did it: completing the soccer season in Europe
DÜSSELDORF, Germany (AP) — There was a trophy, there were medals and there were commemorative T-shirts. Only the fans were missing as Bayern Munich celebrated its title Saturday and the Bundesliga breathed a sigh of relief. The restart plan worked.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Barcelona concedes late to draw at Celta Vigo 2-2 in Spain
MADRID (AP) — Barcelona's hopes of staying in front of Real Madrid took a hit after another stumble in the Spanish league.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Stuttgart promoted with Bielefeld, Hamburg left disappointed
BERLIN (AP) — Stuttgart secured its promotion to the Bundesliga after only one season away while Hamburger SV wasted any chance of a return from Germany’s second division in the final round on Sunday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
NWSL players kneel during the national anthem
Players for the Portland Thorns and the North Carolina Courage knelt during the national anthem Saturday when the National Women's Soccer League opened the Challenge Cup tournament in Utah.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
United needs extra time to reach FA Cup semis; Wolves in 5th
Wolverhampton Wanderers stayed on course for next season’s Champions League by beating Aston Villa 1-0, while Manchester United scraped past 10-man Norwich 2-1 in extra time to reach the FA Cup semifinals on Saturday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Washington makes cuts to athletic budget
SEATTLE (AP) — Washington is reducing its overall athletic department operating budget by 15% for the 2020-21 fiscal year and all the school’s head coaches have agreed to minimum 5% pay reductions.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Payet praised by Marseille president for taking big pay cut
PARIS (AP) — Marseille's club president praised playmaker Dimitri Payet for accepting a significant pay cut when signing a new two-year deal until 2024.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Man City joins Arsenal, Chelsea, Man U in FA Cup semifinals
Holder Manchester City reached the FA Cup semifinals on Sunday after goals from Kevin De Bruyne and Raheem Sterling secured an untroubled 2-0 win at Newcastle.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Majors confronting short time period before opening day
CHICAGO (AP) — Forget about those halcyon first few days of spring training, when arranging for the right tee time on the right golf course is often more challenging than the work on the field.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
New knotholes: Good MLB views, if fans know where to look
BOSTON (AP) — Tucked under the center field seats at Fenway Park, down some stairs from Lansdowne Street in an area previously used as the visiting team’s batting cage, is a sports bar that is preparing to reopen from the coronavirus shutdown.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
8-team field set as NWSL opens play with Utah tournament
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COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Oregon, Oregon State drop 'Civil War' name for rivalry
Oregon and Oregon State have agreed to drop the name “Civil War” for their rivalry games.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Tennessee planning on fans in stands with Vols' budget cuts
Tennessee’s athletic budget for 2020-21 is based on the Volunteers having fans in the stands for the upcoming football season but still includes a $10.1 million cut in overall revenues.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
What Would Have Been: World Series rematch at MLB midpoint
Major League Baseball is set to resume “spring training” this week while moving toward the start of a shortened 60-game season in late July. If not for the coronavirus pandemic, the league would have reached the halfway point of its usual 162-game schedule. Wimbledon would have also been getting started …
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Source: Patriots sign QB Cam Newton to replace Tom Brady
BOSTON (AP) — The New England Patriots have reached an agreement with free-agent quarterback Cam Newton, bringing in the 2015 NFL Most Valuable Player to help the team move on from three-time MVP Tom Brady, a person with knowledge of the deal told The Associated Press.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Man City joins Arsenal, Chelsea, Man U in FA Cup semifinals
Holder Manchester City reached the FA Cup semifinals on Sunday after goals from Kevin De Bruyne and Raheem Sterling secured an untroubled 2-0 win at Newcastle.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
New knotholes: Good MLB views, if fans know where to look
BOSTON (AP) — Tucked under the center field seats at Fenway Park, down some stairs from Lansdowne Street in an area previously used as the visiting team’s batting cage, is a sports bar that is preparing to reopen from the coronavirus shutdown.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Arsenal and Chelsea reach FA Cup semifinals with away wins
Substitutes made the difference as Chelsea and Arsenal both won away from home to reach the FA Cup semifinals on Sunday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Stuttgart promoted with Bielefeld, Hamburg left disappointed
BERLIN (AP) — Stuttgart secured its promotion to the Bundesliga after only one season away while Hamburger SV wasted any chance of a return from Germany’s second division in the final round on Sunday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Payet praised by Marseille president for taking big pay cut
PARIS (AP) — Marseille's club president praised playmaker Dimitri Payet for accepting a significant pay cut when signing a new two-year deal until 2024.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
How Germany did it: completing the soccer season in Europe
DÜSSELDORF, Germany (AP) — There was a trophy, there were medals and there were commemorative T-shirts. Only the fans were missing as Bayern Munich celebrated its title Saturday and the Bundesliga breathed a sigh of relief. The restart plan worked.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
College athletes using platform to address social issues
Deuce McAllister grew up in Mississippi and was well aware of the racial history of Ole Miss when he decided to play football there in the late 1990s. Even so, he never got used to seeing the Confederate battle emblem on game day.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Barcelona concedes late to draw at Celta Vigo 2-2 in Spain
MADRID (AP) — Barcelona's hopes of staying in front of Real Madrid took a hit after another stumble in the Spanish league.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
NWSL players kneel during the national anthem
Players for the Portland Thorns and the North Carolina Courage knelt during the national anthem Saturday when the National Women's Soccer League opened the Challenge Cup tournament in Utah.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
United needs extra time to reach FA Cup semis; Wolves in 5th
Wolverhampton Wanderers stayed on course for next season’s Champions League by beating Aston Villa 1-0, while Manchester United scraped past 10-man Norwich 2-1 in extra time to reach the FA Cup semifinals on Saturday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Sevilla held by Valladolid to 4th straight draw in Spain
MADRID (AP) — Sevilla drew with Valladolid 1-1 on Friday for its fourth straight setback in the Spanish league, missing a chance to retake third place from Atlético Madrid.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Washington makes cuts to athletic budget
SEATTLE (AP) — Washington is reducing its overall athletic department operating budget by 15% for the 2020-21 fiscal year and all the school’s head coaches have agreed to minimum 5% pay reductions.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Majors confronting short time period before opening day
CHICAGO (AP) — Forget about those halcyon first few days of spring training, when arranging for the right tee time on the right golf course is often more challenging than the work on the field.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
8-team field set as NWSL opens play with Utah tournament
OL REIGN
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Oregon, Oregon State drop 'Civil War' name for rivalry
Oregon and Oregon State have agreed to drop the name “Civil War” for their rivalry games.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
NWSL takes field first as other pro leagues chart futures
The National Women’s Soccer League opens its Challenge Cup tournament Saturday and the pressure is on as it becomes the first professional team sports league to play in the U.S. amid the coronavirus pandemic.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Tennessee planning on fans in stands with Vols' budget cuts
Tennessee’s athletic budget for 2020-21 is based on the Volunteers having fans in the stands for the upcoming football season but still includes a $10.1 million cut in overall revenues.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
NWSL players kneel during the national anthem
Players for the Portland Thorns and the North Carolina Courage knelt during the national anthem Saturday when the National Women's Soccer League opened the Challenge Cup tournament in Utah.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
United needs extra time to reach FA Cup semis; Wolves in 5th
Wolverhampton Wanderers stayed on course for next season’s Champions League by beating Aston Villa 1-0, while Manchester United scraped past 10-man Norwich 2-1 in extra time to reach the FA Cup semifinals on Saturday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Barcelona concedes late to draw at Celta Vigo 2-2 in Spain
MADRID (AP) — Barcelona's hopes of staying in front of Real Madrid took a hit after another stumble in the Spanish league.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
UConn eliminates four sports in COVID-19 related budget cuts
STORRS, Conn. (AP) — The University of Connecticut decided to eliminate four athletic teams as it deals with an expected budget deficit driven by issues related to the coronavirus pandemic.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
WVU coordinator apologizes after player's accusations
Suspended West Virginia defensive coordinator Vic Koenning apologized Wednesday after a player alleged he made a series of insensitive remarks, including against Hispanics.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Shouting distance: Henry, Werner cheer Liverpool title
They had waited 10 years for this, just the last of three decades of frustration for Liverpool supporters that included tragedy and heartbreak yet rarely silenced the passionate scouse voices singing in the Kop.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Klopp, the eccentric who put Liverpool back on its perch
Jürgen Klopp was two months into his tenure as Liverpool manager when he strode onto the Anfield turf, cajoled his players into lining up with him at the edge of the penalty area, and made them thank fans in The Kop with an arm-swinging salute.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
College athletes using platform to address social issues
Deuce McAllister grew up in Mississippi and was well aware of the racial history of Ole Miss when he decided to play football there in the late 1990s. Even so, he never got used to seeing the Confederate battle emblem on game day.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Allie Long spent lockdown becoming a celebrity gamer
Allie Long is likely the only National Women’s Soccer League player who launched a new career while sheltering at home.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Brown U. students claim fraud, want cut sports restored
Lawyers for a group of Brown University athletes whose sports have been targeted for elimination are accusing the Ivy League school of fraud for working secretly on a plan to cut the programs without telling the players their varsity careers were in jeopardy.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Sevilla held by Valladolid to 4th straight draw in Spain
MADRID (AP) — Sevilla drew with Valladolid 1-1 on Friday for its fourth straight setback in the Spanish league, missing a chance to retake third place from Atlético Madrid.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Australia, New Zealand to co-host 2023 Women’s World Cup
GENEVA (AP) — Australia and New Zealand will co-host the Women’s World Cup in 2023, with the following edition possibly set to take place just two years later.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Washington makes cuts to athletic budget
SEATTLE (AP) — Washington is reducing its overall athletic department operating budget by 15% for the 2020-21 fiscal year and all the school’s head coaches have agreed to minimum 5% pay reductions.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Dodgers, Twins report some positive tests for COVID-19
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Some people in the Los Angeles Dodgers and Minnesota Twins organizations have tested positive for COVID-19, officials with the teams said Thursday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Majors confronting short time period before opening day
CHICAGO (AP) — Forget about those halcyon first few days of spring training, when arranging for the right tee time on the right golf course is often more challenging than the work on the field.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
He'll manage; Pirates' Shelton navigating roller coaster
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Derek Shelton ended nearly each press availability during spring training by jokingly telling reporters they picked the wrong day to ask the Pittsburgh Pirates first-year manager about his opening day starter.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
8-team field set as NWSL opens play with Utah tournament
OL REIGN
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Oregon, Oregon State drop 'Civil War' name for rivalry
Oregon and Oregon State have agreed to drop the name “Civil War” for their rivalry games.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
NWSL takes field first as other pro leagues chart futures
The National Women’s Soccer League opens its Challenge Cup tournament Saturday and the pressure is on as it becomes the first professional team sports league to play in the U.S. amid the coronavirus pandemic.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Tennessee planning on fans in stands with Vols' budget cuts
Tennessee’s athletic budget for 2020-21 is based on the Volunteers having fans in the stands for the upcoming football season but still includes a $10.1 million cut in overall revenues.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Bubble-free life means MLB players, coaches must be careful
PHOENIX (AP) — Baseball's bubble-free environment is an anomaly as the sports world tries to come back amid the coronavirus pandemic.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Washington makes cuts to athletic budget
SEATTLE (AP) — Washington is reducing its overall athletic department operating budget by 15% for the 2020-21 fiscal year and all the school’s head coaches have agreed to minimum 5% pay reductions.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Majors confronting short time period before opening day
CHICAGO (AP) — Forget about those halcyon first few days of spring training, when arranging for the right tee time on the right golf course is often more challenging than the work on the field.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Sevilla held by Valladolid to 4th straight draw in Spain
MADRID (AP) — Sevilla drew with Valladolid 1-1 on Friday for its fourth straight setback in the Spanish league, missing a chance to retake third place from Atlético Madrid.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
NWSL takes field first as other pro leagues chart futures
The National Women’s Soccer League opens its Challenge Cup tournament Saturday and the pressure is on as it becomes the first professional team sports league to play in the U.S. amid the coronavirus pandemic.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
8-team field set as NWSL opens play with Utah tournament
OL REIGN
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Oregon, Oregon State drop 'Civil War' name for rivalry
Oregon and Oregon State have agreed to drop the name “Civil War” for their rivalry games.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Tennessee planning on fans in stands with Vols' budget cuts
Tennessee’s athletic budget for 2020-21 is based on the Volunteers having fans in the stands for the upcoming football season but still includes a $10.1 million cut in overall revenues.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
UConn eliminates four sports in COVID-19 related budget cuts
STORRS, Conn. (AP) — The University of Connecticut decided to eliminate four athletic teams as it deals with an expected budget deficit driven by issues related to the coronavirus pandemic.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
WVU coordinator apologizes after player's accusations
Suspended West Virginia defensive coordinator Vic Koenning apologized Wednesday after a player alleged he made a series of insensitive remarks, including against Hispanics.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Shouting distance: Henry, Werner cheer Liverpool title
They had waited 10 years for this, just the last of three decades of frustration for Liverpool supporters that included tragedy and heartbreak yet rarely silenced the passionate scouse voices singing in the Kop.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
College athletes using platform to address social issues
Deuce McAllister grew up in Mississippi and was well aware of the racial history of Ole Miss when he decided to play football there in the late 1990s. Even so, he never got used to seeing the Confederate battle emblem on game day.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Veteran Bentley U. women's coach Barbara Stevens retires
BOSTON (AP) — Longtime Bentley University women’s basketball coach Barbara Stevens is retiring after a four-decade run that included more than 1,000 wins, the 2014 NCAA Division II national championship, and recent election to the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Allie Long spent lockdown becoming a celebrity gamer
Allie Long is likely the only National Women’s Soccer League player who launched a new career while sheltering at home.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Düsseldorf could benefit from rival as Bundesliga ends
DÜSSELDORF, Germany (AP) — Fortuna Düsseldorf is a fierce rival of nearby club Cologne. Now it could do with Cologne's help.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Klopp, the eccentric who put Liverpool back on its perch
Jürgen Klopp was two months into his tenure as Liverpool manager when he strode onto the Anfield turf, cajoled his players into lining up with him at the edge of the penalty area, and made them thank fans in The Kop with an arm-swinging salute.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Brown U. students claim fraud, want cut sports restored
Lawyers for a group of Brown University athletes whose sports have been targeted for elimination are accusing the Ivy League school of fraud for working secretly on a plan to cut the programs without telling the players their varsity careers were in jeopardy.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Qualifying congestion affects draw plans for 2022 World Cup
GENEVA (AP) — The tournament draw for the 2022 World Cup in Qatar could be made before the 32-team lineup is complete, or be delayed for two months, after FIFA rescheduled a qualifying playoff on Thursday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Valencia's Champions League hopes dwindle with loss at Eibar
MADRID (AP) — Valencia's chances of qualifying for the Champions League took a hit with a 1-0 loss at relegation-threatened Eibar in the Spanish league on Thursday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Panthers' Barkov invests in his former Finnish club
MIAMI (AP) — Aleksander Barkov started his hockey life as a 4-year-old for the Tappara club in his hometown of Tampere, Finland.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Australia, New Zealand to co-host 2023 Women’s World Cup
GENEVA (AP) — Australia and New Zealand will co-host the Women’s World Cup in 2023, with the following edition possibly set to take place just two years later.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
West Virginia DC Koenning on leave after player accusations
West Virginia has placed defensive coordinator Vic Koenning on administrative leave after a player alleged in a social media post that the assistant coach made a series of insensitive remarks, including against Hispanics.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Dodgers, Twins report some positive tests for COVID-19
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Some people in the Los Angeles Dodgers and Minnesota Twins organizations have tested positive for COVID-19, officials with the teams said Thursday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Panthers' coach considers kneeling during national anthem
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) — Carolina Panthers coach Matt Rhule said he's considering kneeling alongside his players during the national anthem this season in support of the movement against racial injustice.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
He'll manage; Pirates' Shelton navigating roller coaster
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Derek Shelton ended nearly each press availability during spring training by jokingly telling reporters they picked the wrong day to ask the Pittsburgh Pirates first-year manager about his opening day starter.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
GM Berry, Browns launch racial justice initiative for change
CLEVELAND (AP) — Andrew Berry was moved emotionally, and eventually into action.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Short season, no summer ball make staying sharp a challenge
If all had gone as he hoped, Elijah Cabell and his Florida State teammates would have been playing for the College World Series championship this week.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Antsy big leaguers embrace impending end of extra down time
Randy Dobnak had finished making his morning omelette one day last week when his wife, Aerial, asked the Minnesota Twins pitcher to keep the eggs out so she could make a sandwich.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Bubble-free life means MLB players, coaches must be careful
PHOENIX (AP) — Baseball's bubble-free environment is an anomaly as the sports world tries to come back amid the coronavirus pandemic.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Allie Long spent lockdown becoming a celebrity gamer
Allie Long is likely the only National Women’s Soccer League player who launched a new career while sheltering at home.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Dodgers, Twins report some positive tests for COVID-19
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Some people in the Los Angeles Dodgers and Minnesota Twins organizations have tested positive for COVID-19, officials with the teams said Thursday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Bubble-free life means MLB players, coaches must be careful
PHOENIX (AP) — Baseball's bubble-free environment is an anomaly as the sports world tries to come back amid the coronavirus pandemic.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Klopp, the eccentric who put Liverpool back on its perch
Jürgen Klopp was two months into his tenure as Liverpool manager when he strode onto the Anfield turf, cajoled his players into lining up with him at the edge of the penalty area, and made them thank fans in The Kop with an arm-swinging salute.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Valencia's Champions League hopes dwindle with loss at Eibar
MADRID (AP) — Valencia's chances of qualifying for the Champions League took a hit with a 1-0 loss at relegation-threatened Eibar in the Spanish league on Thursday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Qualifying congestion affects draw plans for 2022 World Cup
GENEVA (AP) — The tournament draw for the 2022 World Cup in Qatar could be made before the 32-team lineup is complete, or be delayed for two months, after FIFA rescheduled a qualifying playoff on Thursday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Panthers' coach considers kneeling during national anthem
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) — Carolina Panthers coach Matt Rhule said he's considering kneeling alongside his players during the national anthem this season in support of the movement against racial injustice.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Antsy big leaguers embrace impending end of extra down time
Randy Dobnak had finished making his morning omelette one day last week when his wife, Aerial, asked the Minnesota Twins pitcher to keep the eggs out so she could make a sandwich.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Panthers' Barkov invests in his former Finnish club
MIAMI (AP) — Aleksander Barkov started his hockey life as a 4-year-old for the Tappara club in his hometown of Tampere, Finland.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
College athletes using platform to address social issues
Deuce McAllister grew up in Mississippi and was well aware of the racial history of Ole Miss when he decided to play football there in the late 1990s. Even so, he never got used to seeing the Confederate battle emblem on game day.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
GM Berry, Browns launch racial justice initiative for change
CLEVELAND (AP) — Andrew Berry was moved emotionally, and eventually into action.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Düsseldorf could benefit from rival as Bundesliga ends
DÜSSELDORF, Germany (AP) — Fortuna Düsseldorf is a fierce rival of nearby club Cologne. Now it could do with Cologne's help.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Australia, New Zealand to co-host 2023 Women’s World Cup
GENEVA (AP) — Australia and New Zealand will co-host the Women’s World Cup in 2023, with the following edition possibly set to take place just two years later.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
15-year-old Romero hails unforgettable Spanish league debut
MADRID (AP) — About to make history as the youngest player in the Spanish league, 15-year-old Luka Romero's heart was racing.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Astros hope to move on from cheating scandal as MLB restarts
HOUSTON (AP) — The first round of spring training was dominated by fallout from the Houston Astros' sign-stealing scam.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
UConn eliminates four sports in COVID-19 related budget cuts
STORRS, Conn. (AP) — The University of Connecticut decided to eliminate four athletic teams as it deals with an expected budget deficit driven by issues related to the coronavirus pandemic.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
WVU coordinator apologizes after player's accusations
Suspended West Virginia defensive coordinator Vic Koenning apologized Wednesday after a player alleged he made a series of insensitive remarks, including against Hispanics.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Veteran Bentley U. women's coach Barbara Stevens retires
BOSTON (AP) — Longtime Bentley University women’s basketball coach Barbara Stevens is retiring after a four-decade run that included more than 1,000 wins, the 2014 NCAA Division II national championship, and recent election to the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Soccer teams turning to virtual 'fan tokens' to raise money
MADRID (AP) — Soccer clubs around Europe are increasingly turning to virtual “fan tokens” to raise money and enhance fan engagement.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
After 60 games in 2019, Series champ Nats were in trouble
WASHINGTON (AP) — Maybe this gives fans a sense of what it will mean to have a Major League Baseball season
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Oklahoma State's Cunningham staying despite postseason ban
Cade Cunningham, one of the nation's top basketball recruits, has chosen to remain at Oklahoma State despite the program being banned from the 2021 postseason.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Brown U. students claim fraud, want cut sports restored
Lawyers for a group of Brown University athletes whose sports have been targeted for elimination are accusing the Ivy League school of fraud for working secretly on a plan to cut the programs without telling the players their varsity careers were in jeopardy.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Schiano: Two Rutgers football players have coronavirus
A week after the football team returned to campus, Rutgers is reporting cases of coronavirus with some players.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
New sponsorship categories could help Olympic federations
CHICAGO (AP) — Elk Grove Village is holding its own version of “The Bachelor.” It has a nice green rose with five zeroes behind it.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Rodriguez ready despite somewhat strange start with Thorns
PORTLAND, Ore. (AP) — Raquel Rodriguez was on her way to join her new National Women’s Soccer League team when sports were suddenly shut down by the coronavirus.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
West Virginia DC Koenning on leave after player accusations
West Virginia has placed defensive coordinator Vic Koenning on administrative leave after a player alleged in a social media post that the assistant coach made a series of insensitive remarks, including against Hispanics.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Brogdon, Parker, Len all reveal they have coronavirus
INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — The NBA expected positive coronavirus results to happen once players began undergoing mandatory tests, and three players revealed Wednesday they are dealing with COVID-19.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
MLS teams arriving in Florida, tournament schedule set
Major League Soccer will open its World Cup-style return tournament in Florida on July 8 with a double header.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Madrid back in front in Spain after 2-0 win over Mallorca
MADRID (AP) — Amid more refereeing controversy and the record-breaking debut of a 15-year-old player, Real Madrid defeated Mallorca 2-0 on Wednesday to keep its perfect record intact after the pandemic break and move back atop the Spanish league.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Short season, no summer ball make staying sharp a challenge
If all had gone as he hoped, Elijah Cabell and his Florida State teammates would have been playing for the College World Series championship this week.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Redskins removing ex-owner Marshall from Ring of Fame
The Washington Redskins are removing former owner George Preston Marshall from their Ring of Fame and striking all references to him on their website.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Brogdon, Parker, Len all reveal they have coronavirus
INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — The NBA expected positive coronavirus results to happen once players began undergoing mandatory tests, and three players revealed Wednesday they are dealing with COVID-19.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Pacers' Brogdon, Kings' Parker reveal they have virus
INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — Indiana Pacers guard Malcolm Brogdon and Sacramento Kings forward Jabari Parker both revealed Wednesday that they have tested positive for the coronavirus.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
WVU coordinator apologizes after player's accusations
Suspended West Virginia defensive coordinator Vic Koenning apologized Wednesday after a player alleged he made a series of insensitive remarks, including against Hispanics.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Rodriguez ready despite somewhat strange start with Thorns
PORTLAND, Ore. (AP) — Raquel Rodriguez was on her way to join her new National Women’s Soccer League team when sports were suddenly shut down by the coronavirus.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Madrid back in front in Spain after 2-0 win over Mallorca
MADRID (AP) — Amid more refereeing controversy and the record-breaking debut of a 15-year-old player, Real Madrid defeated Mallorca 2-0 on Wednesday to keep its perfect record intact after the pandemic break and move back atop the Spanish league.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Brown U. students claim fraud, want cut sports restored
Lawyers for a group of Brown University athletes whose sports have been targeted for elimination are accusing the Ivy League school of fraud for working secretly on a plan to cut the programs without telling the players their varsity careers were in jeopardy.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
MLS teams arriving in Florida, tournament schedule set
Major League Soccer will open its World Cup-style return tournament in Florida on July 8 with a double header.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
After 60 games in 2019, Series champ Nats were in trouble
WASHINGTON (AP) — Maybe this gives fans a sense of what it will mean to have a Major League Baseball season
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Pacers' Brogdon in quarantine after positive test for virus
INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — Indiana Pacers guard Malcolm Brogdon said Tuesday he has been quarantined after testing positive for the coronavirus.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Soccer teams turning to virtual 'fan tokens' to raise money
MADRID (AP) — Soccer clubs around Europe are increasingly turning to virtual “fan tokens” to raise money and enhance fan engagement.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
UConn eliminates four sports in COVID-19 related budget cuts
STORRS, Conn. (AP) — The University of Connecticut decided to eliminate four athletic teams as it deals with an expected budget deficit driven by issues related to the coronavirus pandemic.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Redskins removing ex-owner Marshall from Ring of Fame
The Washington Redskins are removing former owner George Preston Marshall from their Ring of Fame and striking all references to him on their website.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Royals sign 6-man draft class, add 7 undrafted free agents
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — The Kansas City Royals brought their entire six-man draft class to town this week, signing them to their first professional contracts and giving them a chance to see spacious Kauffman Stadium and learn about the organization.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Veteran Bentley U. women's coach Barbara Stevens retires
BOSTON (AP) — Longtime Bentley University women’s basketball coach Barbara Stevens is retiring after a four-decade run that included more than 1,000 wins, the 2014 NCAA Division II national championship, and recent election to the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Tomlin: Steelers will support players if they opt to kneel
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Pittsburgh Steelers coach Mike Tomlin wants his players to feel comfortable speaking out about social justice in any way they see fit, provided it's done “thoughtfully and with class.”
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
The ESPYS focus on honors, pandemic and racial justice
No red carpet, no nattily dressed athletes, no house band or monologue poking fun at the past year's top athletes and moments.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Oklahoma State's Cunningham staying despite postseason ban
Cade Cunningham, one of the nation's top basketball recruits, has chosen to remain at Oklahoma State despite the program being banned from the 2021 postseason.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Schiano: Two Rutgers football players have coronavirus
A week after the football team returned to campus, Rutgers is reporting cases of coronavirus with some players.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
New sponsorship categories could help Olympic federations
CHICAGO (AP) — Elk Grove Village is holding its own version of “The Bachelor.” It has a nice green rose with five zeroes behind it.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
U of Cincinnati removing Marge Schott's name from stadium
CINCINNATI (AP) — The University of Cincinnati is removing Marge Schott's name from its baseball stadium and a library archive in light of her racist comments while owner of the Cincinnati Reds.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
West Virginia DC Koenning on leave after player accusations
West Virginia has placed defensive coordinator Vic Koenning on administrative leave after a player alleged in a social media post that the assistant coach made a series of insensitive remarks, including against Hispanics.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Cavs' Drummond picking up $28 million option for next season
CLEVELAND (AP) — Cavaliers center Andre Drummond plans to exercise his $28.7 million player option for the 2020-21 season and stay with Cleveland.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
What Would Have Been: Red Sox-Cards and a CWS title
Most of the games played between the Boston Red Sox and St. Louis Cardinals have been in the World Series. If not for the coronavirus pandemic, they would have been playing a regular-season series next weekend at Fenway Park. There also would have been a College World Series title won …
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Ravens OC Greg Roman seeks to upgrade record-setting unit
Intent upon improving a record-setting attack and the play of NFL MVP Lamar Jackson, Ravens offensive coordinator Greg Roman is striving to overcome the obstacle of working from home and the inevitable adjustment of opposing defenses.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
MiLB teams sue insurance providers over denied virus claims
Fifteen minor league baseball teams have filed a lawsuit alleging breach of contract by insurance providers after being denied claims for business-interruption insurance due to the coronavirus pandemic.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Ford stepping down as Lions owner, daughter taking over
DETROIT (AP) — Sheila Ford Hamp went to visit with NFL Commissioner Pete Rozelle in 1973 after being part of the first class of women who went to Yale as freshmen and graduated. She told him all she ever wanted to do was work for the league.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
'White Lives Matter' banner investigated by police
British police on Tuesday investigated the circumstances behind a plane pulling a “White Lives Matter Burnley” banner over a Premier League soccer match, an incident which drew condemnation from players, politicians and anti-discrimination leaders.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Barcelona beats Athletic 1-0 to move back in front of Madrid
MADRID (AP) — Barcelona earned a hard-fought 1-0 win against Athletic Bilbao on Tuesday to put the pressure back on Real Madrid in the Spanish league.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Napoli wins at Verona, keeps building under Gattuso
ROME (AP) — Three matches into the restart, Napoli coach Gennaro Gattuso can celebrate three different achievements.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Mellow Matt; Penguins G Murray eyeing present, not future
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Matt Murray's legacy with the Pittsburgh Penguins — such as it is at age 26 — is secure, as. That tends to happen when you have your name on the Stanley Cup. Twice.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Short season, no summer ball make staying sharp a challenge
If all had gone as he hoped, Elijah Cabell and his Florida State teammates would have been playing for the College World Series championship this week.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Rapinoe, Press among players opting out of NWSL tournament
U.S. national team players Megan Rapinoe, Tobin Heath and Christen Press have opted out of the National Women's Soccer League tournament kicking off this weekend in Utah.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
West Virginia DC Koenning on leave after player accusations
West Virginia has placed defensive coordinator Vic Koenning on administrative leave after a player alleged in a social media post that the assistant coach made a series of insensitive remarks, including against Hispanics.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Barcelona beats Athletic 1-0 to move back in front of Madrid
MADRID (AP) — Barcelona earned a hard-fought 1-0 win against Athletic Bilbao on Tuesday to put the pressure back on Real Madrid in the Spanish league.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Royals sign 6-man draft class, add 7 undrafted free agents
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — The Kansas City Royals brought their entire six-man draft class to town this week, signing them to their first professional contracts and giving them a chance to see spacious Kauffman Stadium and learn about the organization.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Mellow Matt; Penguins G Murray eyeing present, not future
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Matt Murray's legacy with the Pittsburgh Penguins — such as it is at age 26 — is secure, as. That tends to happen when you have your name on the Stanley Cup. Twice.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Cavs' Drummond picking up $28 million option for next season
CLEVELAND (AP) — Cavaliers center Andre Drummond plans to exercise his $28.7 million player option for the 2020-21 season and stay with Cleveland.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Napoli wins at Verona, keeps building under Gattuso
ROME (AP) — Three matches into the restart, Napoli coach Gennaro Gattuso can celebrate three different achievements.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Tomlin: Steelers will support players if they opt to kneel
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Pittsburgh Steelers coach Mike Tomlin wants his players to feel comfortable speaking out about social justice in any way they see fit, provided it's done “thoughtfully and with class.”
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
'White Lives Matter' banner investigated by police
British police on Tuesday investigated the circumstances behind a plane pulling a “White Lives Matter Burnley” banner over a Premier League soccer match, an incident which drew condemnation from players, politicians and anti-discrimination leaders.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
MiLB teams sue insurance providers over denied virus claims
Fifteen minor league baseball teams have filed a lawsuit alleging breach of contract by insurance providers after being denied claims for business-interruption insurance due to the coronavirus pandemic.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Veteran Bentley U. women's coach Barbara Stevens retires
BOSTON (AP) — Longtime Bentley University women’s basketball coach Barbara Stevens is retiring after a four-decade run that included more than 1,000 wins, the 2014 NCAA Division II national championship, and recent election to the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Rapinoe, Press among players opting out of NWSL tournament
U.S. national team players Megan Rapinoe, Tobin Heath and Christen Press have opted out of the National Women's Soccer League tournament kicking off this weekend in Utah.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Ravens OC Greg Roman seeks to upgrade record-setting unit
Intent upon improving a record-setting attack and the play of NFL MVP Lamar Jackson, Ravens offensive coordinator Greg Roman is striving to overcome the obstacle of working from home and the inevitable adjustment of opposing defenses.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Police investigate 'White Lives Matter' banner at EPL game
Police began an investigation Tuesday after a plane pulling a banner containing the message “White Lives Matter Burnley” flew over a Premier League soccer match, drawing condemnation from players, politicians and anti-discrimination leaders.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
U of Cincinnati removing Marge Schott's name from stadium
CINCINNATI (AP) — The University of Cincinnati is removing Marge Schott's name from its baseball stadium and a library archive in light of her racist comments while owner of the Cincinnati Reds.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
University removes Marge Schott's name from stadium
CINCINNATI (AP) — The University of Cincinnati is removing Marge Schott's name from its baseball stadium and a library archive in light of her racist comments while owner of the Cincinnati Reds.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Ford stepping down as Lions owner, daughter taking over
DETROIT (AP) — Sheila Ford Hamp went to visit with NFL Commissioner Pete Rozelle in 1973 after being part of the first class of women who went to Yale as freshmen and graduated. She told him all she ever wanted to do was work for the league.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Pride withdraws from NWSL tourney after COVID-19 positives
The Orlando Pride have withdrawn from the upcoming National Women's Soccer League tournament after six players and four staff members tested positive for COVID-19.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Browns' Hunt 'blessed' for another chance after traffic stop
CLEVELAND (AP) — Kareem Hunt knows he's run out of second chances.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Soriano returns 3 years later as Villarreal and Sevilla draw
MADRID (AP) — As former Spain international Bruno Soriano returned to soccer after three years, Villarreal and Sevilla drew 2-2 in the Spanish league on Monday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
The ESPYS focus on honors, pandemic and racial justice
No red carpet, no nattily dressed athletes, no house band or monologue poking fun at the past year's top athletes and moments.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Oklahoma State's Cunningham staying despite postseason ban
Cade Cunningham, one of the nation's top basketball recruits, has chosen to remain at Oklahoma State despite the program being banned from the 2021 postseason.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Timing now right as Weaver takes over as Detroit's GM
DETROIT (AP) — The timing eventually worked out for Troy Weaver and the Detroit Pistons.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Sun star to sit out WNBA season due to COVID-19 concerns
UNCASVILLE, Conn. (AP) — Jonquel Jones, the star center for the Connecticut Sun, has decided not to play in the WNBA this season because of concerns about the coronavirus pandemic.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Schiano: Two Rutgers football players have coronavirus
A week after the football team returned to campus, Rutgers is reporting cases of coronavirus with some players.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Virus-hit Dybala still dangerous for title-chasing Juventus
ROME (AP) — Paulo Dybala remains as dangerous as ever despite nearly 50 days with the coronavirus.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Football players seek changes before returning to UCLA
LOS ANGELES (AP) — UCLA officials say they feel good regarding answering the concerns raised by football players about returning to campus this week.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Cowboys' Prescott signs $31M tag, still time for longer deal
Dak Prescott plans to be at training camp with the Dallas Cowboys, if and when it starts, on the richest one-year contract in franchise history.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
New sponsorship categories could help Olympic federations
CHICAGO (AP) — Elk Grove Village is holding its own version of “The Bachelor.” It has a nice green rose with five zeroes behind it.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
What Would Have Been: Red Sox-Cards and a CWS title
Most of the games played between the Boston Red Sox and St. Louis Cardinals have been in the World Series. If not for the coronavirus pandemic, they would have been playing a regular-season series next weekend at Fenway Park. There also would have been a College World Series title won …
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Huge virus outbreak at abattoir adds to Schalke's troubles
BERLIN (AP) — It’s bad enough that Schalke is going through its longest ever run without a win in the Bundesliga.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Mystics' Natasha Cloud, LaToya Sanders to skip WNBA season
WASHINGTON (AP) — Washington Mystics players Natasha Cloud and LaToya Sanders are opting out of participating in the 2020 WNBA season for the league’s reigning champions.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Convictions of FIFA officials upheld by US appeals court
NEW YORK (AP) — The criminal convictions of former soccer officials Juan Ángel Napout and José Maria Marin were upheld Monday in a
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Cavs' Love commits $500,000 to UCLA's mental health efforts
CLEVELAND (AP) — Kevin Love isn't slowing down his push to raise mental health awareness.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Short season, no summer ball make staying sharp a challenge
If all had gone as he hoped, Elijah Cabell and his Florida State teammates would have been playing for the College World Series championship this week.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Burnley apologizes for plane flying crude banner over game
English soccer club Burnley apologized and vowed to hand out lifetime bans to those responsible for a banner reading “White Lives Matter Burnley" being towed by an aircraft over Etihad Stadium during a Premier League match on Monday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
LSU official: Football player quarantines were anticipated
LSU has begun asking a number of football players to self-quarantine in the past week because of instances in which some players tested positive for COVID-19 after social interactions outside of the Tigers’ training facility.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Slow starts, few home comforts: Early themes in EPL restart
The first full round of games of the Premier League restart has almost been completed, with just one team yet to play.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Timing now right as Weaver takes over as Detroit's GM
DETROIT (AP) — The timing eventually worked out for Troy Weaver and the Detroit Pistons.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Mystics' Natasha Cloud, LaToya Sanders to skip WNBA season
WASHINGTON (AP) — Washington Mystics players Natasha Cloud and LaToya Sanders are opting out of participating in the 2020 WNBA season for the league’s reigning champions.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Soriano returns 3 years later as Villarreal and Sevilla draw
MADRID (AP) — As former Spain international Bruno Soriano returned to soccer after three years, Villarreal and Sevilla drew 2-2 in the Spanish league on Monday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Virus-hit Dybala still dangerous for title-chasing Juventus
ROME (AP) — Paulo Dybala remains as dangerous as ever despite nearly 50 days with the coronavirus.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Cowboys' Prescott signs $31M tag, still time for longer deal
Dak Prescott plans to be at training camp with the Dallas Cowboys, if and when it starts, on the richest one-year contract in franchise history.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Pride withdraws from NWSL tourney after COVID-19 positives
The Orlando Pride have withdrawn from the upcoming National Women's Soccer League tournament after six players and four staff members tested positive for COVID-19.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Burnley apologizes for plane flying crude banner over game
English soccer club Burnley apologized and vowed to hand out lifetime bans to those responsible for a banner reading “White Lives Matter Burnley" being towed by an aircraft over Etihad Stadium during a Premier League match on Monday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
AC Milan scores 4 without Ibrahimović in win at Lecce
ROME (AP) — AC Milan had no problem producing goals without the injured Zlatan Ibrahimović in beating a relegation-threatened Lecce 4-1 on Monday in its first match of the Serie A restart.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Sun star to sit out WNBA season due to COVID-19 concerns
UNCASVILLE, Conn. (AP) — Jonquel Jones, the star center for the Connecticut Sun, has decided not to play in the WNBA this season because of concerns about the coronavirus pandemic.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Cavs' Love commits $500,000 to UCLA's mental health efforts
CLEVELAND (AP) — Kevin Love isn't slowing down his push to raise mental health awareness.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Browns' Hunt 'blessed' for another chance after traffic stop
CLEVELAND (AP) — Kareem Hunt knows he's run out of second chances.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Schiano: Two Rutgers football players have coronavirus
A week after the football team returned to campus, Rutgers is reporting cases of coronavirus with some players.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Schiano: Two Rugers football players have coronavirus
Two Rutgers football players have tested positive for the coronavirus.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Oklahoma State's Cunningham staying despite postseason ban
Cade Cunningham, one of the nation's top basketball recruits, has chosen to remain at Oklahoma State despite the program being banned from the 2021 postseason.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Convictions of FIFA officials upheld by US appeals court
NEW YORK (AP) — The criminal convictions of former soccer officials Juan Ángel Napout and José Maria Marin were upheld Monday in a
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
New sponsorship categories could help Olympic federations
CHICAGO (AP) — Elk Grove Village is holding its own version of “The Bachelor.” It has a nice green rose with five zeroes behind it.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Huge virus outbreak at abattoir adds to Schalke's troubles
BERLIN (AP) — It’s bad enough that Schalke is going through its longest ever run without a win in the Bundesliga.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Slow starts, few home comforts: Early themes in EPL restart
The first full round of games of the Premier League restart has almost been completed, with just one team yet to play.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Japan out of 2023 Women's WCup; Australia-NZ bid favored
TOKYO (AP) — Japan pulled out of bidding to host soccer's 2023 Women’s World Cup on Monday, leaving the top-rated joint bid by Australia and New Zealand a clear favorite in the FIFA vote.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Haaland goals secure Bundesliga runner-up spot for Dortmund
BERLIN (AP) — Erling Haaland scored twice as Borussia Dortmund sealed second place in the Bundesliga with a 2-0 win at third-place Leipzig on Saturday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Noose found in stall of Bubba Wallace at Alabama NASCAR race
TALLADEGA, Ala. (AP) — A noose was found in the garage stall of Black driver Bubba Wallace at the NASCAR race in Alabama on Sunday, less than two weeks after he successfully pushed the stock car racing series to ban the Confederate flag at its tracks and facilities.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Football players seek changes before returning to UCLA
LOS ANGELES (AP) — UCLA officials say they feel good regarding answering the concerns raised by football players about returning to campus this week.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Jim Kiick, Dolphins' perfect season running back, dies at 73
MIAMI (AP) — Jim Kiick, the versatile running back who helped the Miami Dolphins achieve the NFL’s only perfect season in 1972, died Saturday at age 73 following a battle with Alzheimer's disease, daughter Allie said.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Another loss, another injury: Arsenal struggles on PL return
Another loss. Another big injury. Things are going from bad to worse for Arsenal in the early days of the Premier League’s resumption.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
What Would Have Been: Red Sox-Cards and a CWS title
Most of the games played between the Boston Red Sox and St. Louis Cardinals have been in the World Series. If not for the coronavirus pandemic, they would have been playing a regular-season series next weekend at Fenway Park. There also would have been a College World Series title won …
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
MLS to kick-start season in July with 5 subs, bigger rosters
Major League Soccer coaches welcome the chance to use five substitutes when play resumes in Florida next month, out of concern for both the conditioning of the players and the demands of summer heat.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Judge dismisses discrimination suit that named Jim Calhoun
HARTFORD, Conn. (AP) — A federal judge has dismissed a sexual discrimination lawsuit against the University of Saint Joseph that accused Hall of Fame men's basketball coach Jim Calhoun of harassment.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Madrid beats Sociedad 2-1 to return to top of Spanish league
MADRID (AP) — Real Madrid took advantage of rival Barcelona being the first to stumble after the Spanish league resumed, and retook the lead with a 2-1 win at Real Sociedad on Sunday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
NASCAR: Noose found in Bubba Wallace garage at Alabama race
TALLADEGA, Ala. (AP) — NASCAR has launched an investigation after a noose was found in the garage stall of Bubba Wallace, the only Black driver in the elite Cup Series who just two weeks ago successfully pushed the stock car series to ban the Confederate flag at its venues.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
The ESPYS focus on honors, pandemic and racial justice
No red carpet, no nattily dressed athletes, no house band or monologue poking fun at the past year's top athletes and moments.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
LSU official: Football player quarantines were anticipated
LSU has begun asking a number of football players to self-quarantine in the past week because of instances in which some players tested positive for COVID-19 after social interactions outside of the Tigers’ training facility.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Devils Nico Hischier spending NHL offseason in Swiss army
With the New Jersey Devils missing out on the NHL's 24-team return from the pause caused by the novel coronavirus, center Nico Hischier is putting his extended offseason to good use.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
What Would Have Been: Red Sox-Cards and a CWS title
Most of the games played between the Boston Red Sox and St. Louis Cardinals have been in the World Series. If not for the coronavirus pandemic, they would have been playing a regular-season series next weekend at Fenway Park. There also would have been a College World Series title won …
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
NASCAR: Noose found in Bubba Wallace garage at Alabama race
TALLADEGA, Ala. (AP) — NASCAR has launched an investigation after a noose was found in the garage stall of Bubba Wallace, the only Black driver in the elite Cup Series who just two weeks ago successfully pushed the stock car series to ban the Confederate flag at its venues.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
The ESPYS focus on honors, pandemic and racial justice
No red carpet, no nattily dressed athletes, no house band or monologue poking fun at the past year's top athletes and moments.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Noose found in stall of Bubba Wallace at Alabama NASCAR race
TALLADEGA, Ala. (AP) — A noose was found in the garage stall of Black driver Bubba Wallace at the NASCAR race in Alabama on Sunday, less than two weeks after he successfully pushed the stock car racing series to ban the Confederate flag at its tracks and facilities.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Madrid beats Sociedad 2-1 to return to top of Spanish league
MADRID (AP) — Real Madrid took advantage of rival Barcelona being the first to stumble after the Spanish league resumed, and retook the lead with a 2-1 win at Real Sociedad on Sunday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Madrid beats Real Sociedad 2-1 to retake Spanish league lead
MADRID (AP) — Sergio Ramos and Karim Benzema scored second-half goals as Real Madrid beat Real Sociedad 2-1 on Sunday to take the lead from Barcelona for the first time since the Spanish league resumed.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Confederate flags fly outside NASCAR speedway in Alabama
TALLADEGA, Ala. (AP) — It cost $40 to get into Talladega Superspeedway if you were one of 5,000 people to purchase a ticket and live within 150 miles of the NASCAR staple.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
AP Source: Pujols pays Angels' furloughed Dominican staff
ANAHEIM, Calif. (AP) — Albert Pujols will pay the salaries of the Los Angeles Angels' furloughed employees in his native Dominican Republic for five months, a person with knowledge of the decision told The Associated Press.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Haaland goals secure Bundesliga runner-up spot for Dortmund
BERLIN (AP) — Erling Haaland scored twice as Borussia Dortmund sealed second place in the Bundesliga with a 2-0 win at third-place Leipzig on Saturday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Lakers' director of racial equity will help educate staff
LOS ANGELES (AP) — The Los Angeles Lakers are looking for new ways to understand racism as an organization, and Karida Brown has joined them to help.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Washington Post calls on Skins' owner or NFL to change name
WASHINGTON (AP) — The Washington Post editorial board is calling on Washington Redskins owner Daniel Snyder to change his football club's name.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Football players seek changes before returning to UCLA
LOS ANGELES (AP) — UCLA officials say they feel good regarding answering the concerns raised by football players about returning to campus this week.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Patriots: Fans at COVID risk can skip 2020, come back in '21
FOXBOROUGH, Mass. (AP) — The New England Patriots are offering season ticket holders at an elevated risk of COVID-19 infection the chance to skip the 2020 season entirely and still hold onto their seats for the next year.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Duke's Mayonnaise new sponsor of Charlotte football games
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) — Duke’s Mayonnaise is the new title sponsor of the regular-season college football game and postseason bowl game played in Charlotte.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Jim Kiick, Dolphins' perfect season running back, dies at 73
MIAMI (AP) — Jim Kiick, the versatile running back who helped the Miami Dolphins achieve the NFL’s only perfect season in 1972, died Saturday at age 73 following a battle with Alzheimer's disease, daughter Allie said.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Another loss, another injury: Arsenal struggles on PL return
Another loss. Another big injury. Things are going from bad to worse for Arsenal in the early days of the Premier League’s resumption.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
MLS to kick-start season in July with 5 subs, bigger rosters
Major League Soccer coaches welcome the chance to use five substitutes when play resumes in Florida next month, out of concern for both the conditioning of the players and the demands of summer heat.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Judge dismisses discrimination suit that named Jim Calhoun
HARTFORD, Conn. (AP) — A federal judge has dismissed a sexual discrimination lawsuit against the University of Saint Joseph that accused Hall of Fame men's basketball coach Jim Calhoun of harassment.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
NY-bred Tiz the Law wins barren Belmont Stakes
NEW YORK (AP) — Eerily empty grandstands. Masked jockeys. Shuttered betting windows.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
LSU official: Football player quarantines were anticipated
LSU has begun asking a number of football players to self-quarantine in the past week because of instances in which some players tested positive for COVID-19 after social interactions outside of the Tigers’ training facility.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Devils Nico Hischier spending NHL offseason in Swiss army
With the New Jersey Devils missing out on the NHL's 24-team return from the pause caused by the novel coronavirus, center Nico Hischier is putting his extended offseason to good use.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
LSU official: Football player quarantines were anticipated
LSU has begun asking a number of football players to self-quarantine in the past week because of instances in which some players tested positive for COVID-19 after social interactions outside of the Tigers’ training facility.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Jim Kiick, Dolphins' perfect season running back, dies at 73
MIAMI (AP) — Jim Kiick, the versatile running back who helped the Miami Dolphins achieve the NFL’s only perfect season in 1972, died Saturday at age 73 following a battle with Alzheimer's disease, daughter Allie said.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
NY-bred Tiz the Law wins barren Belmont Stakes
NEW YORK (AP) — Eerily empty grandstands. Masked jockeys. Shuttered betting windows.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Football players seek changes before returning to UCLA
LOS ANGELES (AP) — UCLA officials say they feel good regarding answering the concerns raised by football players about returning to campus this week.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
MLS to kick-start season in July with 5 subs, bigger rosters
Major League Soccer coaches welcome the chance to use five substitutes when play resumes in Florida next month, out of concern for both the conditioning of the players and the demands of summer heat.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Another loss, another injury: Arsenal struggles on PL return
Another loss. Another big injury. Things are going from bad to worse for Arsenal in the early days of the Premier League’s resumption.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Devils Nico Hischier spending NHL offseason in Swiss army
With the New Jersey Devils missing out on the NHL's 24-team return from the pause caused by the novel coronavirus, center Nico Hischier is putting his extended offseason to good use.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Haaland goals secure Bundesliga runner-up spot for Dortmund
BERLIN (AP) — Erling Haaland scored twice as Borussia Dortmund sealed second place in the Bundesliga with a 2-0 win at third-place Leipzig on Saturday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Steelers' Heyward: team will be united if it opts to protest
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Cam Heyward is well-versed in the sometimes messy optics associated with taking a stand against social injustice.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
AP Source: Pujols pays Angels' furloughed Dominican staff
ANAHEIM, Calif. (AP) — Albert Pujols will pay the salaries of the Los Angeles Angels' furloughed employees in his native Dominican Republic for five months, a person with knowledge of the decision told The Associated Press.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Back to school: MLB may have college vibe with short season
PHOENIX (AP) — John Stuper remembers some of the first advice he got from veterans when he joined the St. Louis Cardinals as a rookie pitcher in 1982: Don't get too high or too low during Major League Baseball's grueling 162-game schedule or you'll go insane.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Real Madrid beats Valencia 3-0 to keep pace with Barcelona
MADRID (AP) — Karim Benzema scored twice and Marco Asensio added another on his return from a 10-month injury layoff as Real Madrid beat Valencia 3-0 on Thursday to keep pace with leader Barcelona in the Spanish league.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Lakers' director of racial equity will help educate staff
LOS ANGELES (AP) — The Los Angeles Lakers are looking for new ways to understand racism as an organization, and Karida Brown has joined them to help.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Washington Post calls on Skins' owner or NFL to change name
WASHINGTON (AP) — The Washington Post editorial board is calling on Washington Redskins owner Daniel Snyder to change his football club's name.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Mainz gets support after member quits with racist comments
BERLIN (AP) — Bundesliga club Mainz has received widespread support from fans and new members have joined since a former member quit with racist comments about the team last week.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Oklahoma St. coach Gundy apologizes for wearing OAN T-shirt
OKLAHOMA CITY (AP) — One day after Oklahoma State running back Chuba Hubbard lashed out at coach Mike Gundy on social media for wearing a T-shirt promoting a far-right news channel, Gundy apologized.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Fans and flags under scrutiny as NASCAR heads to Talladega
The heat is on at Talladega Superspeedway, and not just for the drivers at a track known for high-speed chaos.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Patriots: Fans at COVID risk can skip 2020, come back in '21
FOXBOROUGH, Mass. (AP) — The New England Patriots are offering season ticket holders at an elevated risk of COVID-19 infection the chance to skip the 2020 season entirely and still hold onto their seats for the next year.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Duke's Mayonnaise new sponsor of Charlotte football games
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) — Duke’s Mayonnaise is the new title sponsor of the regular-season college football game and postseason bowl game played in Charlotte.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Black MLS players form coalition to fight systemic racism
A group of black Major League Soccer players has formed a coalition that seeks to address racial inequities in the league and across soccer, and to positively impact local communities.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Judge dismisses discrimination suit that named Jim Calhoun
HARTFORD, Conn. (AP) — A federal judge has dismissed a sexual discrimination lawsuit against the University of Saint Joseph that accused Hall of Fame men's basketball coach Jim Calhoun of harassment.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
VIRUS DIARY: Learning his way around a kitchen, finally
NEW YORK (AP) — This is not the plan I cooked up.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Washington Post calls on Skins' owner or NFL to change name
WASHINGTON (AP) — The Washington Post editorial board is calling on Washington Redskins owner Daniel Snyder to change his football club's name.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
5 Phils test positive for virus, 4 teams shut spring camps
PHILADELPHIA (AP) — The Philadelphia Phillies shut their spring complex after five players tested positive for COVID-19 and at least three other teams closed camps Friday, raising the possibility the coronavirus pandemic could scuttle all attempts at a Major League Baseball season.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Lakers' director of racial equity will help educate staff
LOS ANGELES (AP) — The Los Angeles Lakers are looking for new ways to understand racism as an organization, and Karida Brown has joined them to help.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
5 Phils test positive for virus, 3 teams shut spring camps
PHILADELPHIA (AP) — The Philadelphia Phillies shut their spring complex after five players tested positive for COVID-19 and at least two others teams closed camps Friday, raising the possibility the coronavirus pandemic could scuttle all attempts at a Major League Baseball season.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
AP Source: Pujols pays Angels' furloughed Dominican staff
ANAHEIM, Calif. (AP) — Albert Pujols will pay the salaries of the Los Angeles Angels' furloughed employees in his native Dominican Republic for five months, a person with knowledge of the decision told The Associated Press.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Patriots: Fans at COVID risk can skip 2020, come back in '21
FOXBOROUGH, Mass. (AP) — The New England Patriots are offering season ticket holders at an elevated risk of COVID-19 infection the chance to skip the 2020 season entirely and still hold onto their seats for the next year.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Fans and flags under scrutiny as NASCAR heads to Talladega
The heat is on at Talladega Superspeedway, and not just for the drivers at a track known for high-speed chaos.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Judge dismisses discrimination suit that named Jim Calhoun
HARTFORD, Conn. (AP) — A federal judge has dismissed a sexual discrimination lawsuit against the University of Saint Joseph that accused Hall of Fame men's basketball coach Jim Calhoun of harassment.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Back to school: MLB may have college vibe with short season
PHOENIX (AP) — John Stuper remembers some of the first advice he got from veterans when he joined the St. Louis Cardinals as a rookie pitcher in 1982: Don't get too high or too low during Major League Baseball's grueling 162-game schedule or you'll go insane.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Black MLS players form coalition to fight systemic racism
A group of black Major League Soccer players has formed a coalition that seeks to address racial inequities in the league and across soccer, and to positively impact local communities.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Mainz gets support after member quits with racist comments
BERLIN (AP) — Bundesliga club Mainz has received widespread support from fans and new members have joined since a former member quit with racist comments about the team last week.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Steelers' Heyward: team will be united if it opts to protest
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Cam Heyward is well-versed in the sometimes messy optics associated with taking a stand against social injustice.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Félix scores twice as Atlético ends winless streak in Spain
MADRID (AP) — João Félix scored twice in his first match back from injury as Atlético Madrid routed Osasuna 5-0 on Wednesday to end its winless streak and regain fourth place in the Spanish league.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Debate on racism renews calls for Redskins to change name
The recent national debate over racism has renewed calls for the NFL’s Washington Redskins to change their name, with Native American advocates believing the climate is right for action despite no evidence owner Dan Snyder is considering it.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Snow faces huge task restoring once-proud Panthers defense
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) — Panthers new defensive coordinator Phil Snow is well aware of the big challenge ahead.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Real Madrid beats Valencia 3-0 to keep pace with Barcelona
MADRID (AP) — Karim Benzema scored twice and Marco Asensio added another on his return from a 10-month injury layoff as Real Madrid beat Valencia 3-0 on Thursday to keep pace with leader Barcelona in the Spanish league.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Lynn: Kaepernick fits Chargers style but no workouts planned
COSTA MESA, Calif. (AP) — Colin Kaepernick is on the Los Angeles Chargers' workout list, but that doesn't mean he will be coming in anytime soon or at all.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Oklahoma St. coach Gundy apologizes for wearing OAN T-shirt
OKLAHOMA CITY (AP) — One day after Oklahoma State running back Chuba Hubbard lashed out at coach Mike Gundy on social media for wearing a T-shirt promoting a far-right news channel, Gundy apologized.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Rashford back to the day job after activism during pandemic
He used his profile to help raise $25 million for charity, shame the British government over its policy for school lunches, and become one of the most popular and admired people in the country during the coronavirus pandemic.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Duke's Mayonnaise new sponsor of Charlotte football games
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) — Duke’s Mayonnaise is the new title sponsor of the regular-season college football game and postseason bowl game played in Charlotte.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
LA Story: Rams, Chargers to appear on 'Hard Knocks'
LOS ANGELES (AP) — It will be lights, cameras, Los Angeles again for “Hard Knocks” but for the first time the show will feature two franchises.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Detroit Pistons hire Thunder executive Troy Weaver as new GM
DETROIT (AP) — The Detroit Pistons hired former Oklahoma City Thunder executive Troy Weaver as their new general manager Thursday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Ronaldo can only watch as Napoli wins Italian Cup title
ROME (AP) — Cristiano Ronaldo never had a chance.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
VIRUS DIARY: Learning his way around a kitchen, finally
NEW YORK (AP) — This is not the plan I cooked up.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
NFL GMs, coaches striving for more balance in life and work
First in, last out.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Real Madrid beats Valencia 3-0 to keep pace with Barcelona
MADRID (AP) — Karim Benzema scored twice and Marco Asensio added another on his return from a 10-month injury layoff as Real Madrid beat Valencia 3-0 on Thursday to keep pace with leader Barcelona in the Spanish league.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Steelers' Heyward: team will be united if it opts to protest
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Cam Heyward is well-versed in the sometimes messy optics associated with taking a stand against social injustice.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
LA Story: Rams, Chargers to appear on 'Hard Knocks'
LOS ANGELES (AP) — It will be lights, cameras, Los Angeles again for “Hard Knocks” but for the first time the show will feature two franchises.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Detroit Pistons hire Thunder executive Troy Weaver as new GM
DETROIT (AP) — The Detroit Pistons hired former Oklahoma City Thunder executive Troy Weaver as their new general manager Thursday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
NFL GMs, coaches striving for more balance in life and work
First in, last out.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Duke's Mayonnaise new sponsor of Charlotte football games
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) — Duke’s Mayonnaise is the new title sponsor of the regular-season college football game and postseason bowl game played in Charlotte.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Rashford back to the day job after activism during pandemic
He used his profile to help raise $25 million for charity, shame the British government over its policy for school lunches, and become one of the most popular and admired people in the country during the coronavirus pandemic.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Félix scores twice as Atlético ends winless streak in Spain
MADRID (AP) — João Félix scored twice in his first match back from injury as Atlético Madrid routed Osasuna 5-0 on Wednesday to end its winless streak and regain fourth place in the Spanish league.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Texas president to meet with students on athletes' demands
AUSTIN, Texas (AP) — The interim president of the University of Texas said Monday he is scheduling meetings with student groups after dozens of Longhorns athletes said they wanted the school to ditch “The Eyes of Texas” song and rename several campus buildings.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Debate on racism renews calls for Redskins to change name
The recent national debate over racism has renewed calls for the NFL’s Washington Redskins to change their name, with Native American advocates believing the climate is right for action despite no evidence owner Dan Snyder is considering it.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Judge says Giants' will approach social issues as a team
Even before he has spent one day with his full team, Joe Judge has been tested in unforeseen ways.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
NFL commissioner Goodell encourages team to sign Kaepernick
Roger Goodell would like to see Colin Kaepernick back in the NFL this season.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Snow faces huge task restoring once-proud Panthers defense
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) — Panthers new defensive coordinator Phil Snow is well aware of the big challenge ahead.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Lynn: Kaepernick fits Chargers style but no workouts planned
COSTA MESA, Calif. (AP) — Colin Kaepernick is on the Los Angeles Chargers' workout list, but that doesn't mean he will be coming in anytime soon or at all.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
What Would Have Been: US Open final round for Father's Day
The golf to watch on Father's Day this year won't be the U.S. Open as is usually the case. There also will be no live baseball to watch this week from either the major leagues or the College World Series in Omaha, Nebraska. While the PGA Tour is playing again …
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Subject of race a challenge for coach in isolated town
PAHOKEE, Fla. (AP) — A wide spot in the road running alongside Lake Okeechobee, Pahokee is a low-income, predominantly black town with two traffic lights and no chain restaurants, 40 miles and a world away from President Trump's Mar-a-Lago estate.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Cavs' Love honored with Arthur Ashe Courage Award
CLEVELAND (AP) — Cavaliers forward Kevin Love will receive the Arthur Ashe Courage Award for his efforts in raising awareness about mental health.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Oklahoma St. coach Gundy apologizes for wearing OAN T-shirt
OKLAHOMA CITY (AP) — One day after Oklahoma State running back Chuba Hubbard lashed out at coach Mike Gundy on social media for wearing a T-shirt promoting a far-right news channel, Gundy apologized.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Spanish basketball back with 'bubble' format like NBA plan
MADRID (AP) — Spain is next to start playing professional basketball amid the coronavirus pandemic using a “bubble” format similar to the one planned by the NBA.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Gundy's OAN support angers star Oklahoma St RB Chuba Hubbard
OKLAHOMA CITY (AP) — Oklahoma State running back Chuba Hubbard and coach Mike Gundy appear to have ironed out their differences for now.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Düsseldorf stuns Leipzig in Bundesliga, Dortmund loses
BERLIN (AP) — Fortuna Düsseldorf stunned Leipzig with two late goals to draw 2-2 in the Bundesliga on Wednesday and boost its hopes of avoiding relegation.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Bayern coach Flick the key to latest Bundesliga triumph
BERLIN (AP) — Bayern Munich effectively won the Bundesliga title in November when it appointed Hansi Flick as coach.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Champions League to be played at mini-tournament in Lisbon
GENEVA (AP) — The Champions League will finish with a mini-tournament in Lisbon, restarting in August after a five-month suspension caused by the coronavirus pandemic.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Seattle's new NHL arena likely delayed by couple of months
SEATTLE (AP) — The arena for Seattle's expansion NHL team is behind schedule by a couple of months but is still expected to open in plenty of time for the team to begin play in the 2021-22 NHL season.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Cardinals QB Murray says he'll kneel for anthem this season
Quarterback Kyler Murray says he'll be kneeling during the national anthem this season.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Big Ten commissioner starts voter registration initiative
The Big Ten has created a voter registration initiative to go along with its
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Hawk-Eye glitch mars 1st game back in Premier League
It took just 41 minutes for the restarted Premier League to create another big controversy over technology.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Ronaldo can only watch as Napoli wins Italian Cup title
ROME (AP) — Cristiano Ronaldo never had a chance.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
VIRUS DIARY: Learning his way around a kitchen, finally
NEW YORK (AP) — This is not the plan I cooked up.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Ronaldo can only watch as Napoli wins Italian Cup title
ROME (AP) — Cristiano Ronaldo never had a chance.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Félix scores twice as Atlético ends winless streak in Spain
MADRID (AP) — João Félix scored twice in his first match back from injury as Atlético Madrid routed Osasuna 5-0 on Wednesday to end its winless streak and regain fourth place in the Spanish league.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Snow faces huge task restoring once-proud Panthers defense
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) — Panthers new defensive coordinator Phil Snow is well aware of the big challenge ahead.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Debate on racism renews calls for Redskins to change name
The recent national debate over racism has renewed calls for the NFL’s Washington Redskins to change their name, with Native American advocates believing the climate is right for action despite no evidence owner Dan Snyder is considering it.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Napoli wins Italian Cup in shootout over Juventus
ROME (AP) — Cristiano Ronaldo never had a chance.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Congressional delegation blasts DOE transgender ruling
HARTFORD, Conn. (AP) — A group of Congressional Democrats is condemning a recent decision by the U.S. Department of Education that threatens to withhold federal funds over a Connecticut policy allowing transgender girls to compete against non-transgender girls in high school sports.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Düsseldorf stuns Leipzig in Bundesliga, Dortmund loses
BERLIN (AP) — Fortuna Düsseldorf stunned Leipzig with two late goals to draw 2-2 in the Bundesliga on Wednesday and boost its hopes of avoiding relegation.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Cardinals QB Murray says he'll kneel for anthem this season
Quarterback Kyler Murray says he'll be kneeling during the national anthem this season.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Champions League to be played at mini-tournament in Lisbon
GENEVA (AP) — The Champions League will finish with a mini-tournament in Lisbon, restarting in August after a five-month suspension caused by the coronavirus pandemic.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Subject of race a challenge for coach in isolated town
PAHOKEE, Fla. (AP) — A wide spot in the road running alongside Lake Okeechobee, Pahokee is a low-income, predominantly black town with two traffic lights and no chain restaurants, 40 miles and a world away from President Trump's Mar-a-Lago estate.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Cavs' Love honored with Arthur Ashe Courage Award
CLEVELAND (AP) — Cavaliers forward Kevin Love will receive the Arthur Ashe Courage Award for his efforts in raising awareness about mental health.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Hawk-Eye glitch mars 1st game back in Premier League
It took just 41 minutes for the restarted Premier League to create another big controversy over technology.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Lynn: Kaepernick fits Chargers style but no workouts planned
COSTA MESA, Calif. (AP) — Colin Kaepernick is on the Los Angeles Chargers' workout list, but that doesn't mean he will be coming in anytime soon or at all.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Judge says Giants' will approach social issues as a team
Even before he has spent one day with his full team, Joe Judge has been tested in unforeseen ways.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
American sprinter Coleman suspended for missing doping tests
DÜSSELDORF, Germany (AP) — The fastest man in the world has been sidelined for a string of missed doping tests.
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VIRUS DIARY: Learning his way around a kitchen, finally
NEW YORK (AP) — This is not the plan I cooked up.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Spanish basketball back with 'bubble' format like NBA plan
MADRID (AP) — Spain is next to start playing professional basketball amid the coronavirus pandemic using a “bubble” format similar to the one planned by the NBA.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Bayern coach Flick the key to latest Bundesliga triumph
BERLIN (AP) — Bayern Munich effectively won the Bundesliga title in November when it appointed Hansi Flick as coach.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Texas president to meet with students on athletes' demands
AUSTIN, Texas (AP) — The interim president of the University of Texas said Monday he is scheduling meetings with student groups after dozens of Longhorns athletes said they wanted the school to ditch “The Eyes of Texas” song and rename several campus buildings.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Messi scores as Barcelona tops Leganés in return to Camp Nou
MADRID (AP) — In its first match without fans at the 99,000-capacity Camp Nou Stadium since the Spanish league was suspended because of the coronavirus, Barcelona defeated Leganés 2-0 Tuesday with a goal by Lionel Messi.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
What Would Have Been: US Open final round for Father's Day
The golf to watch on Father's Day this year won't be the U.S. Open as is usually the case. There also will be no live baseball to watch this week from either the major leagues or the College World Series in Omaha, Nebraska. While the PGA Tour is playing again …
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Oklahoma St. coach Gundy apologizes for wearing OAN T-shirt
OKLAHOMA CITY (AP) — One day after Oklahoma State running back Chuba Hubbard lashed out at coach Mike Gundy on social media for wearing a T-shirt promoting a far-right news channel, Gundy apologized.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Gundy's OAN support angers star Oklahoma St RB Chuba Hubbard
OKLAHOMA CITY (AP) — Oklahoma State running back Chuba Hubbard and coach Mike Gundy appear to have ironed out their differences for now.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Seattle's new NHL arena likely delayed by couple of months
SEATTLE (AP) — The arena for Seattle's expansion NHL team is behind schedule by a couple of months but is still expected to open in plenty of time for the team to begin play in the 2021-22 NHL season.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Big Ten commissioner starts voter registration initiative
The Big Ten has created a voter registration initiative to go along with its
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
From Iceland's capital, 11-year-old plays in Warriors camp
OAKLAND, Calif. (AP) — Sporting his No. 30 Stephen Curry jersey, 11-year-old Bjarki Robertsson kept up the pace. He hopped on his right foot, then his left, joining in a drill as part of the Golden State Warriors’ basketball camp.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
NFL commissioner Goodell encourages team to sign Kaepernick
Roger Goodell would like to see Colin Kaepernick back in the NFL this season.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Reigning NFL MVP Jackson will appear on Madden 21 cover
Lamar Jackson? Of course, Lamar Jackson.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Schools debate whether to detail positive tests for athletes
Over the past two weeks, as college athletes have returned to campuses to work out and prepare for sports later this year, a handful of them have tested positive for the coronavirus.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Fans sing in trees as Union Berlin seals Bundesliga survival
BERLIN (AP) — A small group of Union Berlin fans cheered their side on from the trees outside the stadium on Tuesday as it secured another season in the Bundesliga.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Guardiola raises injury concerns ahead of EPL restart
Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola is expecting “a lot of injuries” when the Premier League resumes after a 100-day shutdown and has no idea what to expect when his team plays Arsenal on Wednesday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Seattle's new NHL arena likely delayed by couple of months
SEATTLE (AP) — The arena for Seattle's expansion NHL team is behind schedule by a couple of months but is still expected to open in plenty of time for the team to begin play in the 2021-22 NHL season.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Oklahoma St. coach Gundy apologizes for wearing OAN T-shirt
OKLAHOMA CITY (AP) — One day after Oklahoma State running back Chuba Hubbard lashed out at coach Mike Gundy on social media for wearing a T-shirt promoting a far-right news channel, Gundy apologized.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Messi scores as Barcelona tops Leganés in return to Camp Nou
MADRID (AP) — In its first match without fans at the 99,000-capacity Camp Nou Stadium since the Spanish league was suspended because of the coronavirus, Barcelona defeated Leganés 2-0 Tuesday with a goal by Lionel Messi.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Fans sing in trees as Union Berlin seals Bundesliga survival
BERLIN (AP) — A small group of Union Berlin fans cheered their side on from the trees outside the stadium on Tuesday as it secured another season in the Bundesliga.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Olympic sports fall short of gender equality at board level
GENEVA (AP) — A review of Olympic sports bodies published Tuesday found none had equal representation of women on their ruling boards.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Guardiola raises injury concerns ahead of EPL restart
Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola is expecting “a lot of injuries” when the Premier League resumes after a 100-day shutdown and has no idea what to expect when his team plays Arsenal on Wednesday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
From Iceland's capital, 11-year-old plays in Warriors camp
OAKLAND, Calif. (AP) — Sporting his No. 30 Stephen Curry jersey, 11-year-old Bjarki Robertsson kept up the pace. He hopped on his right foot, then his left, joining in a drill as part of the Golden State Warriors’ basketball camp.
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Reigning NFL MVP Jackson will appear on Madden 21 cover
Lamar Jackson? Of course, Lamar Jackson.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Durant joins ownership group for soccer's Philadelphia Union
Brooklyn Nets forward Kevin Durant has joined the ownership group of Major League Soccer's Philadelphia Union.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Texas president to meet with students on athletes' demands
AUSTIN, Texas (AP) — The interim president of the University of Texas said Monday he is scheduling meetings with student groups after dozens of Longhorns athletes said they wanted the school to ditch “The Eyes of Texas” song and rename several campus buildings.
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What Would Have Been: US Open final round for Father's Day
The golf to watch on Father's Day this year won't be the U.S. Open as is usually the case. There also will be no live baseball to watch this week from either the major leagues or the College World Series in Omaha, Nebraska. While the PGA Tour is playing again …
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Missouri football program pushes again for racial justice
COLUMBIA, Mo. (AP) — Ryan Walters had just arrived at the University of Missouri to coach safeties for the football program when a series of protests related to racial injustice led to the resignations of the system president and the chancellor of its flagship campus.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
UEFA to pick Lisbon as Champions League knockout rounds host
GENEVA (AP) — The Champions League final is heading to Lisbon, with UEFA planning an Aug. 23 final to cap seven broadcast nights in a 12-day span of elite European teams playing knockout soccer.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Ravens LB Judon blasts Goodell's 'black lives matter' speech
BALTIMORE (AP) — Ravens linebacker Matthew Judon criticized the timing of NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell's assertion that the league believes “black lives matter," saying Monday that the message should have been delivered long ago.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Break pays off for Goretzka, Bayern's new muscular dynamo
BERLIN (AP) — Leon Goretzka took full advantage of the Bundesliga’s two-month break to emerge as the muscular driving force behind Bayern Munich’s march to yet another title.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Gundy's OAN support angers star Oklahoma St RB Chuba Hubbard
OKLAHOMA CITY (AP) — Oklahoma State running back Chuba Hubbard and coach Mike Gundy appear to have ironed out their differences for now.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Leverkusen moves 4th with late own-goal after VAR penalty
BERLIN (AP) — Leverkusen boosted its Champions League hopes while extending Schalke’s lengthy winless run in the Bundesliga with a 1-1 draw on Sunday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Big Ten commissioner starts voter registration initiative
The Big Ten has created a voter registration initiative to go along with its
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Marcelo takes a knee as Madrid wins at its training center
MADRID (AP) — Playing a home game but not at its famed Santiago Bernabéu Stadium, Real Madrid resumed its Spanish league campaign with a 3-1 win over Eibar on Sunday to keep pace with leader Barcelona. The game saw Marcelo take a knee during a goal celebration in apparent support …
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
NFL commissioner Goodell encourages team to sign Kaepernick
Roger Goodell would like to see Colin Kaepernick back in the NFL this season.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Club-by-club guide to the Premier League's resumption
A club-by-club guide ahead of the resumption of the Premier League:
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
PSG stalwarts Cavani, Silva need to find another club
PARIS (AP) — Paris Saint-Germain's record scorer Edinson Cavani and its long-serving captain Thiago Silva need to find another club next season.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Kamara lauds Wallace's courage after NASCAR's trying week
HOMESTEAD, Fla. (AP) — Bubba Wallace wore a mask in the colors of the American flag, his hand over his heart as he stood for the national anthem.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Sevilla relinquishes late lead in draw with Levante in Spain
Sevilla missed a chance to strengthen its hold on third place in the Spanish league after conceding an 87th-minute own-goal in drawing with Levante 1-1 on Monday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Schools debate whether to detail positive tests for athletes
Over the past two weeks, as college athletes have returned to campuses to work out and prepare for sports later this year, a handful of them have tested positive for the coronavirus.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
NFL commissioner Goodell encourages team to sign Kaepernick
Roger Goodell would like to see Colin Kaepernick back in the NFL this season.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Ravens LB Judon blasts Goodell's 'black lives matter' speech
BALTIMORE (AP) — Ravens linebacker Matthew Judon criticized the timing of NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell's assertion that the league believes “black lives matter," saying Monday that the message should have been delivered long ago.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Durant joins ownership group for soccer's Philadelphia Union
Brooklyn Nets forward Kevin Durant has joined the ownership group of Major League Soccer's Philadelphia Union.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Gundy's OAN support angers star Oklahoma St RB Chuba Hubbard
OKLAHOMA CITY (AP) — Oklahoma State running back Chuba Hubbard and coach Mike Gundy appear to have ironed out their differences for now.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Texas president to meet with students on athletes' demands
AUSTIN, Texas (AP) — The interim president of the University of Texas said Monday he is scheduling meetings with student groups after dozens of Longhorns athletes said they wanted the school to ditch “The Eyes of Texas” song and rename several campus buildings.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Sevilla relinquishes late lead in draw with Levante in Spain
Sevilla missed a chance to strengthen its hold on third place in the Spanish league after conceding an 87th-minute own-goal in drawing with Levante 1-1 on Monday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Big Ten commissioner starts voter registration initiative
The Big Ten has created a voter registration initiative to go along with its
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
UEFA to pick Lisbon as Champions League knockout rounds host
GENEVA (AP) — The Champions League final is heading to Lisbon, with UEFA planning an Aug. 23 final to cap seven broadcast nights in a 12-day span of elite European teams playing knockout soccer.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Durant joins ownership group of MLS' Philadelphia Union
Brooklyn Nets forward Kevin Durant has joined the ownership group of Major League Soccer's Philadelphia Union.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
What Would Have Been: US Open final round for Father's Day
The golf to watch on Father's Day this year won't be the U.S. Open as is usually the case. There also will be no live baseball to watch this week from either the major leagues or the College World Series in Omaha, Nebraska. While the PGA Tour is playing again …
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
PSG stalwarts Cavani, Silva need to find another club
PARIS (AP) — Paris Saint-Germain's record scorer Edinson Cavani and its long-serving captain Thiago Silva need to find another club next season.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Break pays off for Goretzka, Bayern's new muscular dynamo
BERLIN (AP) — Leon Goretzka took full advantage of the Bundesliga’s two-month break to emerge as the muscular driving force behind Bayern Munich’s march to yet another title.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Club-by-club guide to the Premier League's resumption
A club-by-club guide ahead of the resumption of the Premier League:
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Wait continues for hundreds of undrafted baseball players
NEW YORK (AP) — They sat anxiously by their phones, computers and TVs, hoping to hear their names called by big league teams.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Veteran doc Müller-Wohlfahrt stepping down at Bayern Munich
Long-serving Bayern Munich doctor Hans-Wilhelm Müller-Wohlfahrt is stepping down after some 40 years at the club.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Texas athletes: Rename buildings, drop 'The Eyes of Texas'
AUSTIN, Texas (AP) — A group of University of Texas football players and athletes across several sports called on the school Friday to rename several campus buildings, change the traditional school song and donate a percentage of athletic department revenue to organizations supporting the Black Lives Matter movement.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Fresh Swiss investigation targets ex-FIFA president Blatter
GENEVA (AP) — Former FIFA president Sepp Blatter is the target of a criminal investigation in Switzerland for suspected mismanagement of a $1 million payment from soccer funds.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Missouri football program pushes again for racial justice
COLUMBIA, Mo. (AP) — Ryan Walters had just arrived at the University of Missouri to coach safeties for the football program when a series of protests related to racial injustice led to the resignations of the system president and the chancellor of its flagship campus.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Heat is on: Hectic NASCAR tests drained drivers at Homestead
MIAMI (AP) — Some fans will be back. Some flags will be gone.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Leverkusen moves 4th with late own-goal after VAR penalty
BERLIN (AP) — Leverkusen boosted its Champions League hopes while extending Schalke’s lengthy winless run in the Bundesliga with a 1-1 draw on Sunday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
What's in a name? Cincinnati grapples with Marge Schott
CINCINNATI (AP) — Marge Schott's slurs and other offensive comments while she owned the Cincinnati Reds have organizations in her hometown reconsidering the use of her name on facilities that benefited from her donations.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Marcelo takes a knee as Madrid wins at its training center
MADRID (AP) — Playing a home game but not at its famed Santiago Bernabéu Stadium, Real Madrid resumed its Spanish league campaign with a 3-1 win over Eibar on Sunday to keep pace with leader Barcelona. The game saw Marcelo take a knee during a goal celebration in apparent support …
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Cavs' Love, Sexton not happy being part of NBA's 'Delete 8'
CLEVELAND (AP) — When Collin Sexton learned that the NBA — and not a pandemic — had prematurely ended his second season, the Cavaliers guard had a guttural reaction.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Kamara lauds Wallace's courage after NASCAR's trying week
HOMESTEAD, Fla. (AP) — Bubba Wallace wore a mask in the colors of the American flag, his hand over his heart as he stood for the national anthem.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Schools debate whether to detail positive tests for athletes
Over the past two weeks, as college athletes have returned to campuses to work out and prepare for sports later this year, a handful of them have tested positive for the coronavirus.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Goretzka keeps Bayern on track for latest Bundesliga title
BERLIN (AP) — Leon Goretzka scored late for Bayern Munich to take another step closer to a record-extending eighth straight Bundesliga title after beating Borussia Mönchengladbach 2-1 on Saturday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Trubisky not conceding Bears starting QB job to Foles
LAKE FOREST, Ill. (AP) — Mitchell Trubisky understands why the Chicago Bears acquired quarterback Nick Foles.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Marcelo takes a knee as Madrid wins at its training center
MADRID (AP) — Playing a home game but not at its famed Santiago Bernabéu Stadium, Real Madrid resumed its Spanish league campaign with a 3-1 win over Eibar on Sunday to keep pace with leader Barcelona. The game saw Marcelo take a knee during a goal celebration in apparent support …
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Kamara lauds Wallace's courage after NASCAR's trying week
HOMESTEAD, Fla. (AP) — Bubba Wallace wore a mask in the colors of the American flag, his hand over his heart as he stood for the national anthem.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Playing at its training center, Madrid wins on league return
MADRID (AP) — Playing a home game but not at its famed Santiago Bernabéu Stadium, Real Madrid resumed its Spanish league campaign with a 3-1 win over Eibar on Sunday to keep pace with leader Barcelona.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Leverkusen moves 4th with late own-goal after VAR penalty
BERLIN (AP) — Leverkusen boosted its Champions League hopes while extending Schalke’s lengthy winless run in the Bundesliga with a 1-1 draw on Sunday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Schools debate whether to detail positive tests for athletes
Over the past two weeks, as college athletes have returned to campuses to work out and prepare for sports later this year, a handful of them have tested positive for the coronavirus.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Atlético Madrid held again on return to Spanish league
MADRID (AP) — Atlético Madrid’s struggles continued as its season resumed with a 1-1 draw at Athletic Bilbao on Sunday for its third straight draw in the Spanish league.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Wait continues for hundreds of undrafted baseball players
NEW YORK (AP) — They sat anxiously by their phones, computers and TVs, hoping to hear their names called by big league teams.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Veteran doc Müller-Wohlfahrt stepping down at Bayern Munich
Long-serving Bayern Munich doctor Hans-Wilhelm Müller-Wohlfahrt is stepping down after some 40 years at the club.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Royals keep building with influx of more college prospects
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — The Kansas City Royals for years valued high school prospects in the first-year player draft, guys with an abundance of raw athleticism, undeveloped talent and what those in the scouting profession would call “high upside.”
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Texas athletes: Rename buildings, drop 'The Eyes of Texas'
AUSTIN, Texas (AP) — A group of University of Texas football players and athletes across several sports called on the school Friday to rename several campus buildings, change the traditional school song and donate a percentage of athletic department revenue to organizations supporting the Black Lives Matter movement.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Fresh Swiss investigation targets ex-FIFA president Blatter
GENEVA (AP) — Former FIFA president Sepp Blatter is the target of a criminal investigation in Switzerland for suspected mismanagement of a $1 million payment from soccer funds.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Missouri football program pushes again for racial justice
COLUMBIA, Mo. (AP) — Ryan Walters had just arrived at the University of Missouri to coach safeties for the football program when a series of protests related to racial injustice led to the resignations of the system president and the chancellor of its flagship campus.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Heat is on: Hectic NASCAR tests drained drivers at Homestead
MIAMI (AP) — Some fans will be back. Some flags will be gone.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
What's in a name? Cincinnati grapples with Marge Schott
CINCINNATI (AP) — Marge Schott's slurs and other offensive comments while she owned the Cincinnati Reds have organizations in her hometown reconsidering the use of her name on facilities that benefited from her donations.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Cavs' Love, Sexton not happy being part of NBA's 'Delete 8'
CLEVELAND (AP) — When Collin Sexton learned that the NBA — and not a pandemic — had prematurely ended his second season, the Cavaliers guard had a guttural reaction.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Devils' great expectations fall short again after bad start
The New Jersey Devils' season began with great expectations with the return of an injured MVP, a trade for a Norris Trophy-winning defenseman and the addition of a second No. 1 overall draft pick in three years.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Team spurs Syracuse coach Babers to comment on racial strife
All it took was a Zoom call with his players to spur Syracuse coach Dino Babers to break his silence on the racial tension in the country.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Bundesliga cult-coach Streich staying on at Freiburg
BERLIN (AP) — He’s not done yet.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Goretzka keeps Bayern on track for latest Bundesliga title
BERLIN (AP) — Leon Goretzka scored late for Bayern Munich to take another step closer to a record-extending eighth straight Bundesliga title after beating Borussia Mönchengladbach 2-1 on Saturday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Trubisky not conceding Bears starting QB job to Foles
LAKE FOREST, Ill. (AP) — Mitchell Trubisky understands why the Chicago Bears acquired quarterback Nick Foles.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Goretzka keeps Bayern on track for latest Bundesliga title
BERLIN (AP) — Leon Goretzka scored late for Bayern Munich to take another step closer to a record-extending eighth straight Bundesliga title after beating Borussia Mönchengladbach 2-1 on Saturday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Dortmund relief as Haaland scores late to beat Düsseldorf
BERLIN (AP) — Bayern Munich’s Bundesliga title celebrations were put on ice after Erling Haaland scored in the fifth minute of injury time for Borussia Dortmund to beat Fortuna Düsseldorf 1-0 on Saturday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Heat is on: Hectic NASCAR tests drained drivers at Homestead
MIAMI (AP) — Some fans will be back. Some flags will be gone.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Fresh Swiss investigation targets ex-FIFA president Blatter
GENEVA (AP) — Former FIFA president Sepp Blatter is the target of a criminal investigation in Switzerland for suspected mismanagement of a $1 million payment from soccer funds.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Sevilla wins derby as La Liga returns with video game look
MADRID (AP) — With a video game look for fans at home, the Spanish league resumed Thursday with Sevilla defeating Real Betis 2-0 in the Seville derby.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Wait continues for hundreds of undrafted baseball players
NEW YORK (AP) — They sat anxiously by their phones, computers and TVs, hoping to hear their names called by big league teams.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Missouri football program pushes again for racial justice
COLUMBIA, Mo. (AP) — Ryan Walters had just arrived at the University of Missouri to coach safeties for the football program when a series of protests related to racial injustice led to the resignations of the system president and the chancellor of its flagship campus.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Veteran doc Müller-Wohlfahrt stepping down at Bayern Munich
Long-serving Bayern Munich doctor Hans-Wilhelm Müller-Wohlfahrt is stepping down after some 40 years at the club.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Royals keep building with influx of more college prospects
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — The Kansas City Royals for years valued high school prospects in the first-year player draft, guys with an abundance of raw athleticism, undeveloped talent and what those in the scouting profession would call “high upside.”
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Texas athletes: Rename buildings, drop 'The Eyes of Texas'
AUSTIN, Texas (AP) — A group of University of Texas football players and athletes across several sports called on the school Friday to rename several campus buildings, change the traditional school song and donate a percentage of athletic department revenue to organizations supporting the Black Lives Matter movement.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Pistons slipped in 2019-20, then took steps toward a rebuild
DETROIT (AP) — The Detroit Pistons finally broke up their trio of Blake Griffin, Andre Drummond and Reggie Jackson.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Jordan talks to Hornets about being uncomfortable, winning
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) — Michael Jordan helped build the Chicago Bulls into a winner as a player.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Bills QB Allen stays busy despite pandemic restrictions
BUFFALO, N.Y. (AP) — Josh Allen has hardly spent this coronavirus pandemic-altered offseason in self-isolation.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
EA Sports in the game with Premier League and La Liga
When EA Sports came up with its longtime slogan, “It’s in the game,” no one thought it would apply to what was literally happening on the field.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Tigers load up with more college bats on Day 2 of MLB draft
NEW YORK (AP) — The Detroit Tigers took a few more big swings at rebuilding their lineup.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
What's in a name? Cincinnati grapples with Marge Schott
CINCINNATI (AP) — Marge Schott's slurs and other offensive comments while she owned the Cincinnati Reds have organizations in her hometown reconsidering the use of her name on facilities that benefited from her donations.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Cavs' Love, Sexton not happy being part of NBA's 'Delete 8'
CLEVELAND (AP) — When Collin Sexton learned that the NBA — and not a pandemic — had prematurely ended his second season, the Cavaliers guard had a guttural reaction.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Kane, Blackhawks preparing for training camp 2.0
CHICAGO (AP) — When Patrick Kane and the Chicago Blackhawks left the ice after their last game, they had little chance of making the playoffs.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Browns executive proud to be part of diverse front office
CLEVELAND (AP) — The messages of congratulations came from complete strangers. They caught Kwesi Adofo-Mensah off guard.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Pete Carroll expresses regret for not signing Kaepernick
RENTON, Wash. (AP) — Seattle Seahawks coach Pete Carroll revisited the team’s history with Colin Kaepernick on Thursday and expressed regret for not signing Kaepernick when given the opportunity.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Devils' great expectations fall short again after bad start
The New Jersey Devils' season began with great expectations with the return of an injured MVP, a trade for a Norris Trophy-winning defenseman and the addition of a second No. 1 overall draft pick in three years.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Team spurs Syracuse coach Babers to comment on racial strife
All it took was a Zoom call with his players to spur Syracuse coach Dino Babers to break his silence on the racial tension in the country.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Orlando, Miami to meet in opener of MLS return tournament
Orlando City will play expansion Inter Miami in the opening match of the Major League Soccer tournament starting next month in Florida.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Bundesliga cult-coach Streich staying on at Freiburg
BERLIN (AP) — He’s not done yet.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Mahomes, Mathieu leading Chiefs in voter registration drive
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — Patrick Mahomes and Tyrann Mathieu knew they had a platform to speak out about social injustice given their visibility and stature with the Super Bowl champion Kansas City Chiefs.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Trubisky not conceding Bears starting QB job to Foles
LAKE FOREST, Ill. (AP) — Mitchell Trubisky understands why the Chicago Bears acquired quarterback Nick Foles.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Sean McVay wraps up Rams' offseason program 2 weeks early
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Sean McVay sent the Los Angeles Rams into their summer break Thursday without seeing most of his players in person this spring.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Cavs' Love, Sexton not happy being part of NBA's 'Delete 8'
CLEVELAND (AP) — When Collin Sexton learned that the NBA — and not a pandemic — had prematurely ended his second season, the Cavaliers guard had a guttural reaction.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Veteran doc Müller-Wohlfahrt stepping down at Bayern Munich
Long-serving Bayern Munich doctor Hans-Wilhelm Müller-Wohlfahrt is stepping down after some 40 years at the club.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Texas athletes: Rename buildings, drop 'The Eyes of Texas'
AUSTIN, Texas (AP) — A group of University of Texas football players and athletes across several sports called on the school Friday to rename several campus buildings, change the traditional school song and donate a percentage of athletic department revenue to organizations supporting the Black Lives Matter movement.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Trubisky not conceding Bears starting QB job to Foles
LAKE FOREST, Ill. (AP) — Mitchell Trubisky understands why the Chicago Bears acquired quarterback Nick Foles.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
What's in a name? Cincinnati grapples with Marge Schott
CINCINNATI (AP) — Marge Schott's slurs and other offensive comments while she owned the Cincinnati Reds have organizations in her hometown reconsidering the use of her name on facilities that benefited from her donations.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Royals keep building with influx of more college prospects
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — The Kansas City Royals for years valued high school prospects in the first-year player draft, guys with an abundance of raw athleticism, undeveloped talent and what those in the scouting profession would call “high upside.”
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Missouri football program pushes again for racial justice
COLUMBIA, Mo. (AP) — Ryan Walters had just arrived at the University of Missouri to coach safeties for the football program when a series of protests related to racial injustice led to the resignations of the system president and the chancellor of its flagship campus.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Wait continues for hundreds of undrafted baseball players
NEW YORK (AP) — They sat anxiously by their phones, computers and TVs, hoping to hear their names called by big league teams.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Devils' great expectations fall short again after bad start
The New Jersey Devils' season began with great expectations with the return of an injured MVP, a trade for a Norris Trophy-winning defenseman and the addition of a second No. 1 overall draft pick in three years.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Tokyo Olympic head says 80% of facilities lined up for 2021
TOKYO (AP) — About 80% of the facilities needed for next year’s postponed Tokyo Olympics have been lined up, the president of the organizing committee said Friday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Bundesliga cult-coach Streich staying on at Freiburg
BERLIN (AP) — He’s not done yet.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Anticipation high as fans return to rugby in New Zealand
WELLINGTON, New Zealand (AP) — The cheers of the crowd will resound in New Zealand sports stadiums for the first time since March with more than 50,000 people expected to attend two matches this weekend in the opening round of Super Rugby Aotearoa.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Sevilla wins derby as La Liga returns with video game look
MADRID (AP) — With a video game look for fans at home, the Spanish league resumed Thursday with Sevilla defeating Real Betis 2-0 in the Seville derby.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Pistons slipped in 2019-20, then took steps toward a rebuild
DETROIT (AP) — The Detroit Pistons finally broke up their trio of Blake Griffin, Andre Drummond and Reggie Jackson.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Jordan talks to Hornets about being uncomfortable, winning
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) — Michael Jordan helped build the Chicago Bulls into a winner as a player.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Cubs take local star Ed Howard with 1st-round draft pick
CHICAGO (AP) — Ed Howard lost his senior season because of the coronavirus pandemic. Prom was canceled. Same for graduation at Mount Carmel High School on Chicago’s South Side.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Bills QB Allen stays busy despite pandemic restrictions
BUFFALO, N.Y. (AP) — Josh Allen has hardly spent this coronavirus pandemic-altered offseason in self-isolation.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
EA Sports in the game with Premier League and La Liga
When EA Sports came up with its longtime slogan, “It’s in the game,” no one thought it would apply to what was literally happening on the field.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Tigers load up with more college bats on Day 2 of MLB draft
NEW YORK (AP) — The Detroit Tigers took a few more big swings at rebuilding their lineup.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Tigers draft Arizona State slugger Torkelson with No. 1 pick
NEW YORK (AP) — Spencer Torkelson slugged his way through college, bashing baseballs all around the country with eye-popping power.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Kane, Blackhawks preparing for training camp 2.0
CHICAGO (AP) — When Patrick Kane and the Chicago Blackhawks left the ice after their last game, they had little chance of making the playoffs.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Leagues, teams wary of rising stadium expenses amid pandemic
Sporting Kansas City had just packed Children's Mercy Park to the brim for a 4-0 blowout of the Houston Dynamo when the coronavirus pandemic brought not just the Major League Soccer season but the entire sporting world to a standstill.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Browns executive proud to be part of diverse front office
CLEVELAND (AP) — The messages of congratulations came from complete strangers. They caught Kwesi Adofo-Mensah off guard.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Pete Carroll expresses regret for not signing Kaepernick
RENTON, Wash. (AP) — Seattle Seahawks coach Pete Carroll revisited the team’s history with Colin Kaepernick on Thursday and expressed regret for not signing Kaepernick when given the opportunity.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Team spurs Syracuse coach Babers to comment on racial strife
All it took was a Zoom call with his players to spur Syracuse coach Dino Babers to break his silence on the racial tension in the country.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Orlando, Miami to meet in opener of MLS return tournament
Orlando City will play expansion Inter Miami in the opening match of the Major League Soccer tournament starting next month in Florida.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Torkelson, Kjerstad, Meyer lead top 10 picks in MLB draft
NEW YORK (AP) — Major League Baseball’s amateur draft began Wednesday night with the first of a pandemic-shortened five rounds. Here's a capsule look at the first 10 players selected:
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
All-Star outfielder Claudell Washington dies at age 65
Claudell Washington, a two-time All-Star outfielder who played 17 seasons in the majors after being called up as a teenager by the Oakland Athletics, has died. He was 65.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Mahomes, Mathieu leading Chiefs in voter registration drive
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — Patrick Mahomes and Tyrann Mathieu knew they had a platform to speak out about social injustice given their visibility and stature with the Super Bowl champion Kansas City Chiefs.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Sean McVay wraps up Rams' offseason program 2 weeks early
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Sean McVay sent the Los Angeles Rams into their summer break Thursday without seeing most of his players in person this spring.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Mahomes, Mathieu leading Chiefs in voter registration drive
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — Patrick Mahomes and Tyrann Mathieu knew they had a platform to speak out about social injustice given their visibility and stature with the Super Bowl champion Kansas City Chiefs.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Anticipation high as fans return to rugby in New Zealand
WELLINGTON, New Zealand (AP) — The cheers of the crowd will resound in New Zealand sports stadiums for the first time since March with more than 50,000 people expected to attend two matches this weekend in the opening round of Super Rugby Aotearoa.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Tigers load up with more college bats on Day 2 of MLB draft
NEW YORK (AP) — The Detroit Tigers took a few more big swings at rebuilding their lineup.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Pete Carroll expresses regret for not signing Kaepernick
RENTON, Wash. (AP) — Seattle Seahawks coach Pete Carroll revisited the team’s history with Colin Kaepernick on Thursday and expressed regret for not signing Kaepernick when given the opportunity.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Sean McVay wraps up Rams' offseason program 2 weeks early
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Sean McVay sent the Los Angeles Rams into their summer break Thursday without seeing most of his players in person this spring.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
EA Sports in the game with Premier League and La Liga
When EA Sports came up with its longtime slogan, “It’s in the game,” no one thought it would apply to what was literally happening on the field.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Kane, Blackhawks preparing for training camp 2.0
CHICAGO (AP) — When Patrick Kane and the Chicago Blackhawks left the ice after their last game, they had little chance of making the playoffs.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Bills QB Allen stays busy despite pandemic restrictions
BUFFALO, N.Y. (AP) — Josh Allen has hardly spent this coronavirus pandemic-altered offseason in self-isolation.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Pistons slipped in 2019-20, then took steps toward a rebuild
DETROIT (AP) — The Detroit Pistons finally broke up their trio of Blake Griffin, Andre Drummond and Reggie Jackson.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Jordan talks to Hornets about being uncomfortable, winning
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) — Michael Jordan helped build the Chicago Bulls into a winner as a player.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Sevilla wins derby as La Liga returns with video game look
MADRID (AP) — With a video game look for fans at home, the Spanish league resumed Thursday with Sevilla defeating Real Betis 2-0 in the Seville derby.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Team spurs Syracuse coach Babers to comment on racial strife
All it took was a Zoom call with his players to spur Syracuse coach Dino Babers to break his silence on the racial tension in the country.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Orlando, Miami to meet in opener of MLS return tournament
Orlando City will play expansion Inter Miami in the opening match of the Major League Soccer tournament starting next month in Florida.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Browns executive proud to be part of diverse front office
CLEVELAND (AP) — The messages of congratulations came from complete strangers. They caught Kwesi Adofo-Mensah off guard.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Statue of ex-Panthers owner removed from outside stadium
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) — A statue of former Carolina Panthers owner Jerry Richardson, who was accused in 2017 of making sexually suggestive comments to women and a racial slur directed at a black team scout, was lifted from its pedestal outside the team's stadium and taken away Wednesday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Jake's Back: Pause opens door for Pens' All-Star Guentzel
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Jake Guentzel's roller-coaster season is about to take another unlikely turn: postseason participant.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Cubs take local star Ed Howard with 1st-round draft pick
CHICAGO (AP) — Ed Howard lost his senior season because of the coronavirus pandemic. Prom was canceled. Same for graduation at Mount Carmel High School on Chicago’s South Side.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
No fish story: Michael Jordan's boat nabs 442-pound marlin
Apparently, Michael Jordan is pretty good at fishing, too.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Court expects July verdict in Man City's European ban case
GENEVA (AP) — A verdict in Manchester City’s appeal against a two-year UEFA ban from European competitions is expected within five weeks.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Packers' Kirksey benefits from familiar face in new location
Green Bay’s Christian Kirksey believes his history with his new defensive coordinator will help the veteran linebacker make a smooth transition as he switches teams for the first time.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
NASCAR bans Confederate flag from its races, venues
For more than 70 years, the Confederate flag was a common and complicated sight at NASCAR races. Through the civil rights era right on through the season opener at Daytona in February, the flag dotted infield campsites and was waved in grandstands by fans young and old.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Leagues, teams wary of rising stadium expenses amid pandemic
Sporting Kansas City had just packed Children's Mercy Park to the brim for a 4-0 blowout of the Houston Dynamo when the coronavirus pandemic brought not just the Major League Soccer season but the entire sporting world to a standstill.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
New Boston College AD Kraft: We will compete for ACC titles
BOSTON (AP) — New Boston College athletic director Patrick Kraft hired two football coaches in his last three years at his old job, and it's fine with him if he doesn't have to do it again any time soon.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Coach Stefanski bonding Browns amid pandemic, social unrest
CLEVELAND (AP) — When Kevin Stefanski was hired by the Browns in January, the first-time NFL head coach knew he'd face major challenges while preparing for the season.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
MLS to resume season with Florida tournament starting July 8
Major League Soccer is resuming its season amid the coronavirus pandemic on July 8 with a World Cup-style tournament in Florida that won't include fans in the stands.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Tigers draft Arizona State slugger Torkelson with No. 1 pick
NEW YORK (AP) — Spencer Torkelson slugged his way through college, bashing baseballs all around the country with eye-popping power.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
With virtual fans and daily matches, soccer returns to Spain
MADRID (AP) — With virtual crowds, daily matches and lots of testing for the coronavirus, soccer is coming back to Spain.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Torkelson, Kjerstad, Meyer lead top 10 picks in MLB draft
NEW YORK (AP) — Major League Baseball’s amateur draft began Wednesday night with the first of a pandemic-shortened five rounds. Here's a capsule look at the first 10 players selected:
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Spanish soccer resumes with suspended 2nd-division match
MADRID (AP) — With tributes to pandemic victims and with fans watching from nearby balconies, Spanish soccer resumed Wednesday with the second half of a second-division match that was halted last year after fans called a player a Nazi.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
All-Star outfielder Claudell Washington dies at age 65
Claudell Washington, a two-time All-Star outfielder who played 17 seasons in the majors after being called up as a teenager by the Oakland Athletics, has died. He was 65.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
US Soccer repeals rule that banned kneeling during anthem
U.S. Soccer's board of directors has voted to repeal a 2017 policy that required national team players to stand during the national anthem, a rule adopted after Megan Rapinoe kneeled in support of Colin Kaepernick.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Fans flock back for final big games of Serbian soccer season
As European soccer prepares to crown national champions in empty stadiums, there is more for fans to celebrate in Serbia.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Torkelson, Kjerstad, Meyer lead top 10 picks in MLB draft
NEW YORK (AP) — Major League Baseball’s amateur draft began Wednesday night with the first of a pandemic-shortened five rounds. Here's a capsule look at the first 10 players selected:
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
All-Star outfielder Claudell Washington dies at age 65
Claudell Washington, a two-time All-Star outfielder who played 17 seasons in the majors after being called up as a teenager by the Oakland Athletics, has died. He was 65.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Cubs take local star Ed Howard with 1st-round draft pick
CHICAGO (AP) — Ed Howard lost his senior season because of the coronavirus pandemic. Prom was canceled. Same for graduation at Mount Carmel High School on Chicago’s South Side.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Torkelson, Hjerstad, Meyer lead top 10 picks in MLB draft
NEW YORK (AP) — Major League Baseball’s amateur draft began Wednesday night with the first of a pandemic-shortened five rounds. Here's a capsule look at the first 10 players selected:
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Tigers draft Arizona State slugger Torkelson with No. 1 pick
NEW YORK (AP) — Spencer Torkelson slugged his way through college, bashing baseballs all around the country with eye-popping power.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
US Soccer repeals rule that banned kneeling during anthem
U.S. Soccer's board of directors has voted to repeal a 2017 policy that required national team players to stand during the national anthem, a rule adopted after Megan Rapinoe kneeled in support of Colin Kaepernick.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Coach Stefanski bonding Browns amid pandemic, social unrest
CLEVELAND (AP) — When Kevin Stefanski was hired by the Browns in January, the first-time NFL head coach knew he'd face major challenges while preparing for the season.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Packers' Kirksey benefits from familiar face in new location
Green Bay’s Christian Kirksey believes his history with his new defensive coordinator will help the veteran linebacker make a smooth transition as he switches teams for the first time.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Statue of ex-Panthers owner removed from outside stadium
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) — A statue of former Carolina Panthers owner Jerry Richardson, who was accused in 2017 of making sexually suggestive comments to women and a racial slur directed at a black team scout, was lifted from its pedestal outside the team's stadium and taken away Wednesday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
NASCAR bans Confederate flag from its races, venues
For more than 70 years, the Confederate flag was a common and complicated sight at NASCAR races. Through the civil rights era right on through the season opener at Daytona in February, the flag dotted infield campsites and was waved in grandstands by fans young and old.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
MLS to resume season with Florida tournament starting July 8
Major League Soccer is resuming its season amid the coronavirus pandemic on July 8 with a World Cup-style tournament in Florida that won't include fans in the stands.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Statue of former Panthers owner removed from outside stadium
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) — A statue of former Carolina Panthers owner Jerry Richardson, which had stood in front of the team's stadium since it opened nearly 25 years ago, was removed by workers on Wednesday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Spanish soccer resumes with suspended 2nd-division match
MADRID (AP) — With tributes to pandemic victims and with fans watching from nearby balconies, Spanish soccer resumed Wednesday with the second half of a second-division match that was halted last year after fans called a player a Nazi.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Jake's Back: Pause opens door for Pens' All-Star Guentzel
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Jake Guentzel's roller-coaster season is about to take another unlikely turn: postseason participant.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Court expects July verdict in Man City's European ban case
GENEVA (AP) — A verdict in Manchester City’s appeal against a two-year UEFA ban from European competitions is expected within five weeks.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
MLS to resume season with Fla. tournament starting July 8
Major League Soccer announced Wednesday that its season will resume starting July 8 with a tournament in Florida.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
MLS to restart its season with tournament starting July 8
Major League Soccer announced Wednesday that its season will resume starting July 8 with a tournament in Florida.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
With virtual fans and daily matches, soccer returns to Spain
MADRID (AP) — With virtual crowds, daily matches and lots of testing for the coronavirus, soccer is coming back to Spain.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Fans flock back for final big games of Serbian soccer season
As European soccer prepares to crown national champions in empty stadiums, there is more for fans to celebrate in Serbia.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Coyotes' Gutierrez becomes NHL's first Latino CEO
GLENDALE, Ariz. (AP) — Alex Meruelo made history last year by becoming the first Latino controlling owner in the NHL when he purchased the Arizona Coyotes.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Gasol: Return to Lakers or Barcelona would be 'attractive'
MADRID (AP) — Pau Gasol wants to return to the NBA next season but hasn't ruled out finishing his career in Europe.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
No fish story: Michael Jordan's boat nabs 442-pound marlin
Apparently, Michael Jordan is pretty good at fishing, too.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Cavs among omitted 8, will use summer slight as motivation
Cleveland (AP) — The Cleveland Cavaliers are missing from the NBA's Disney World summer bubble. They hope Commissioner Adam Silver doesn't need to pop their plans again.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Hornets view not playing in Orlando as 'major disadvantage'
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) — The Charlotte Hornets won’t be among the 22 teams headed to Orlando when the NBA season returns — and that has coach James Borrego concerned about his young, developing team falling behind the rest of the league.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
What Would Have Been: London Calling and CWS opening weekend
There will be no Major League Baseball in London and no College World Series in Omaha because of the coronavirus pandemic. While the PGA Tour resumes its season this week without spectators at Colonial Country Club in Texas, after IndyCar joined NASCAR in getting back on the track, The Associated …
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Pierce believes it is time for young Hawks to become winners
ATLANTA (AP) — Lloyd Pierce sees improvement in each of the five players he calls the core of the rebuilding Atlanta Hawks.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Madrid pushing to host Champions League final this season
MADRID (AP) — Madrid is eager to host the Champions League final in August amid the coronavirus pandemic, the mayor of the Spanish capital said Tuesday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Leagues, teams wary of rising stadium expenses amid pandemic
Sporting Kansas City had just packed Children's Mercy Park to the brim for a 4-0 blowout of the Houston Dynamo when the coronavirus pandemic brought not just the Major League Soccer season but the entire sporting world to a standstill.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Browns welcome 6 coaches as part of diversity program
CLEVELAND (AP) — The Cleveland Browns have welcomed six young coaches, including two women and former NFL player Leonard Hankerson, to take part in the final three weeks of their offseason program.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Fan experience to change profoundly amid COVID-19 pandemic
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — Dayton Moore remembers so clearly the vast sections of empty seats inside Kauffman Stadium when he took over as general manager of the Kansas City Royals, and he remembers just as vividly — nearly a decade later — how those seats filled and fans roared …
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
New Boston College AD Kraft: We will compete for ACC titles
BOSTON (AP) — New Boston College athletic director Patrick Kraft hired two football coaches in his last three years at his old job, and it's fine with him if he doesn't have to do it again any time soon.
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Torkelson, Martin, Lacy lead list of top MLB draft prospects
NEW YORK (AP) — Major League Baseball's amateur draft
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No fish story: Michael Jordan's boat nabs 442-pound marlin
Apparently, Michael Jordan is pretty good at fishing, too.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Gasol: Return to Lakers or Barcelona would be 'attractive'
MADRID (AP) — Pau Gasol wants to return to the NBA next season but hasn't ruled out finishing his career in Europe.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Browns welcome 6 coaches as part of diversity program
CLEVELAND (AP) — The Cleveland Browns have welcomed six young coaches, including two women and former NFL player Leonard Hankerson, to take part in the final three weeks of their offseason program.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Cavs among omitted 8, will use summer slight as motivation
Cleveland (AP) — The Cleveland Cavaliers are missing from the NBA's Disney World summer bubble. They hope Commissioner Adam Silver doesn't need to pop their plans again.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Torkelson, Martin, Lacy lead list of top MLB draft prospects
NEW YORK (AP) — Major League Baseball's amateur draft
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Pierce believes it is time for young Hawks to become winners
ATLANTA (AP) — Lloyd Pierce sees improvement in each of the five players he calls the core of the rebuilding Atlanta Hawks.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Leagues, teams wary of rising stadium expenses amid pandemic
Sporting Kansas City had just packed Children's Mercy Park to the brim for a 4-0 blowout of the Houston Dynamo when the coronavirus pandemic brought not just the Major League Soccer season but the entire sporting world to a standstill.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Madrid pushing to host Champions League final this season
MADRID (AP) — Madrid is eager to host the Champions League final in August amid the coronavirus pandemic, the mayor of the Spanish capital said Tuesday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Spanish league not ruling out fans in stadiums this season
MADRID (AP) — The Spanish league is not ruling out the return of fans to stadiums this season.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Crowds return: 35,000 fans expected at Super Rugby matches
WELLINGTON, New Zealand (AP) — The Dunedin-based Highlanders are hoping 20,000 fans will attend Saturday’s Super Rugby Aoteroa match against the Chiefs, the first major rugby match to be played in front of fans since the beginning of the coronavirus pandemic.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Thompson's status unclear until Warriors are back together
SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — The Golden State Warriors expect to have a better idea about how Klay Thompson’s recovery from reconstructive left knee surgery is going once the team can finally reconvene after the long separation caused by the coronavirus pandemic.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Coyotes' Gutierrez becomes NHL's first Latino CEO
GLENDALE, Ariz. (AP) — Alex Meruelo made history last year by becoming the first Latino controlling owner in the NHL when he purchased the Arizona Coyotes.
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'Create your own excitement': Players ponder empty buildings
The roar of the crowd has been such a staple of major sports, such an advantage for the home team, that NFL clubs have been accused at times of artificial amplification. The Atlanta Falcons even admitted to the mischief, leading to
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NWSL consulted players with kids in developing tournament
When the National Women's Soccer League was plotting its course for a summertime tournament, it reached out to a select group: moms.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Wirtz is youngest scorer in Bundesliga at 17 years, 34 days
BERLIN (AP) — Bayer Leverkusen substitute Florian Wirtz has become the youngest person to score a goal in the Bundesliga at age 17 years, 34 days, with an impressive strike against Bayern Munich on Saturday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Hornets view not playing in Orlando as 'major disadvantage'
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) — The Charlotte Hornets won’t be among the 22 teams headed to Orlando when the NBA season returns — and that has coach James Borrego concerned about his young, developing team falling behind the rest of the league.
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What Would Have Been: London Calling and CWS opening weekend
There will be no Major League Baseball in London and no College World Series in Omaha because of the coronavirus pandemic. While the PGA Tour resumes its season this week without spectators at Colonial Country Club in Texas, after IndyCar joined NASCAR in getting back on the track, The Associated …
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Q&A: State of Tokyo Olympics 2 1/2 months after postponement
TOKYO (AP) — It's been 2 1/2 months since the Tokyo Olympics were postponed until next year because of the COVID-19 pandemic. So where do the games stand? So far, many ideas about how the Olympic can take place are being floated by the International Olympic Committee, Japanese officials and …
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Fan experience to change profoundly amid COVID-19 pandemic
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — Dayton Moore remembers so clearly the vast sections of empty seats inside Kauffman Stadium when he took over as general manager of the Kansas City Royals, and he remembers just as vividly — nearly a decade later — how those seats filled and fans roared …
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Müller the chef serves up title-winning assists for Bayern
DÜSSELDORF, Germany (AP) — Call them Road Runner and The Chef.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
New Boston College AD Kraft: We will compete for ACC titles
BOSTON (AP) — New Boston College athletic director Patrick Kraft hired two football coaches in his last three years at his old job, and it's fine with him if he doesn't have to do it again any time soon.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Carlos Hyde knows role in Seattle could be as No. 2 option
RENTON, Wash. (AP) — When he was an opponent playing in the same division, Carlos Hyde admired the way the Seattle Seahawks operated from afar.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Crowds return: 35,000 fans expected at Super Rugby matches
WELLINGTON, New Zealand (AP) — The Dunedin-based Highlanders are hoping 20,000 fans will attend Saturday’s Super Rugby Aoteroa match against the Chiefs, the first major rugby match to be played in front of fans since the beginning of the coronavirus pandemic.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO
Q&A: State of Tokyo Olympics 2 1/2 months after postponement
TOKYO (AP) — It's been 2 1/2 months since the Tokyo Olympics were postponed until next year because of the COVID-19 pandemic. So where do the games stand? So far, many ideas about how the Olympic can take place are being floated by the International Olympic Committee, Japanese officials and …
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Thompson's status unclear until Warriors are back together
SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — The Golden State Warriors expect to have a better idea about how Klay Thompson’s recovery from reconstructive left knee surgery is going once the team can finally reconvene after the long separation caused by the coronavirus pandemic.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Carlos Hyde knows role in Seattle could be as No. 2 option
RENTON, Wash. (AP) — When he was an opponent playing in the same division, Carlos Hyde admired the way the Seattle Seahawks operated from afar.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
New Boston College AD Kraft: We will compete for ACC titles
BOSTON (AP) — New Boston College athletic director Patrick Kraft hired two football coaches in his last three years at his old job, and it's fine with him if he doesn't have to do it again any time soon.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Hornets view not playing in Orlando as 'major disadvantage'
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) — The Charlotte Hornets won’t be among the 22 teams headed to Orlando when the NBA season returns — and that has coach James Borrego concerned about his young, developing team falling behind the rest of the league.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Coyotes' Gutierrez becomes NHL's first Latino CEO
GLENDALE, Ariz. (AP) — Alex Meruelo made history last year by becoming the first Latino controlling owner in the NHL when he purchased the Arizona Coyotes.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Müller the chef serves up title-winning assists for Bayern
DÜSSELDORF, Germany (AP) — Call them Road Runner and The Chef.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Spanish league not ruling out fans in stadiums this season
MADRID (AP) — The Spanish league is not ruling out the return of fans to stadiums this season.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Another rough season ends with Wolves near bottom of league
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — Another season of setback and tumult has mercifully ended for the Minnesota Timberwolves, this time in the strangest of ways after the NBA's decision to resume virus-halted play with 22 teams.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
NWSL consulted players with kids in developing tournament
When the National Women's Soccer League was plotting its course for a summertime tournament, it reached out to a select group: moms.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Wirtz is youngest scorer in Bundesliga at 17 years, 34 days
BERLIN (AP) — Bayer Leverkusen substitute Florian Wirtz has become the youngest person to score a goal in the Bundesliga at age 17 years, 34 days, with an impressive strike against Bayern Munich on Saturday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
'Create your own excitement': Players ponder empty buildings
The roar of the crowd has been such a staple of major sports, such an advantage for the home team, that NFL clubs have been accused at times of artificial amplification. The Atlanta Falcons even admitted to the mischief, leading to
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
What Would Have Been: London Calling and CWS opening weekend
There will be no Major League Baseball in London and no College World Series in Omaha because of the coronavirus pandemic. While the PGA Tour resumes its season this week without spectators at Colonial Country Club in Texas, after IndyCar joined NASCAR in getting back on the track, The Associated …
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Union Berlin's Anthony Ujah calls on players to fight racism
BERLIN (AP) — Union Berlin striker Anthony Ujah has encouraged his fellow soccer players to be more proactive in the fight against racism.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Bulls not ready to announce decision on Boylen's future
CHICAGO (AP) — The Chicago Bulls' new top basketball executive wasn't ready to make any announcements about the coaching staff on Saturday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Fan experience to change profoundly amid COVID-19 pandemic
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — Dayton Moore remembers so clearly the vast sections of empty seats inside Kauffman Stadium when he took over as general manager of the Kansas City Royals, and he remembers just as vividly — nearly a decade later — how those seats filled and fans roared …
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Black Lives Matter in Bundesliga, Bayern keeps winning
BERLIN (AP) — Germany’s soccer league was marked by gestures against racism and support for the Black Lives Matter movement on Saturday as Bayern Munich took another step toward a record-extending eighth straight Bundesliga title.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Cloak of secrecy for Man City's court challenge to UEFA ban
GENEVA (AP) — A rare level of secrecy cloaks the court case opening Monday to decide if Manchester City will stay banned from European competition for two seasons.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
'Create your own excitement': Players ponder empty buildings
The roar of the crowd has been such a staple of major sports, such an advantage for the home team, that NFL clubs have been accused at times of artificial amplification. The Atlanta Falcons even admitted to the mischief, leading to
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
What Would Have Been: London Calling and CWS opening weekend
There will be no Major League Baseball in London and no College World Series in Omaha because of the coronavirus pandemic. While the PGA Tour resumes its season this week without spectators at Colonial Country Club in Texas, after IndyCar joined NASCAR in getting back on the track, The Associated …
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Spanish league not ruling out fans in stadiums this season
MADRID (AP) — The Spanish league is not ruling out the return of fans to stadiums this season.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
NASCAR vows to do better job addressing racial injustice
HAMPTON, Ga. (AP) — Bubba Wallace donned a black T-shirt with the words “I Can't Breathe” and NASCAR paused before Sunday's Cup race at Atlanta Motor Speedway to acknowledge the country's social unrest. The governing body vowed to to do a better job of addressing racial injustice in the wake …
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
NWSL consulted players with kids in developing tournament
When the National Women's Soccer League was plotting its course for a summertime tournament, it reached out to a select group: moms.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Fan experience to change profoundly amid COVID-19 pandemic
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — Dayton Moore remembers so clearly the vast sections of empty seats inside Kauffman Stadium when he took over as general manager of the Kansas City Royals, and he remembers just as vividly — nearly a decade later — how those seats filled and fans roared …
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Another rough season ends with Wolves near bottom of league
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — Another season of setback and tumult has mercifully ended for the Minnesota Timberwolves, this time in the strangest of ways after the NBA's decision to resume virus-halted play with 22 teams.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
After a forgettable season, Warriors ready to move forward
SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — After reaching five straight NBA Finals, the Golden State Warriors couldn't have foreseen such a strange, disappointing season as they debuted their snazzy new Chase Center in San Francisco.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Georgia Tech athletes get day off to vote on Election Day
ATLANTA (AP) — In the wake of nationwide protests over police brutality, Georgia Tech wants to make sure its athletes take time to vote in November.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Wirtz is youngest scorer in Bundesliga at 17 years, 34 days
BERLIN (AP) — Bayer Leverkusen substitute Florian Wirtz has become the youngest person to score a goal in the Bundesliga at age 17 years, 34 days, with an impressive strike against Bayern Munich on Saturday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Union Berlin's Anthony Ujah calls on players to fight racism
BERLIN (AP) — Union Berlin striker Anthony Ujah has encouraged his fellow soccer players to be more proactive in the fight against racism.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Bulls not ready to announce decision on Boylen's future
CHICAGO (AP) — The Chicago Bulls' new top basketball executive wasn't ready to make any announcements about the coaching staff on Saturday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Players left with bitter feelings after deal to restart MLS
Major League Soccer and its players came away with a sense of accomplishment after reaching a new collective-bargaining agreement in February as the league was heading into its 25th season.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Black Lives Matter in Bundesliga, Bayern keeps winning
BERLIN (AP) — Germany’s soccer league was marked by gestures against racism and support for the Black Lives Matter movement on Saturday as Bayern Munich took another step toward a record-extending eighth straight Bundesliga title.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Congressman: No NCAA antitrust exemption in athlete pay bill
Federal legislation setting guidelines for college athletes to pursue money-making opportunities could be proposed within a month, and the congressman planning to introduce it said there will be no blanket antitrust exemption for the NCAA.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Cloak of secrecy for Man City's court challenge to UEFA ban
GENEVA (AP) — A rare level of secrecy cloaks the court case opening Monday to decide if Manchester City will stay banned from European competition for two seasons.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Black Lives Matter in Bundesliga, Bayern keeps winning
BERLIN (AP) — Germany’s soccer league was marked by gestures against racism and support for the Black Lives Matter movement on Saturday as Bayern Munich took another step toward a record-extending eighth straight Bundesliga title.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Bulls not ready to announce decision on Boylen's future
CHICAGO (AP) — The Chicago Bulls' new top basketball executive wasn't ready to make any announcements about the coaching staff on Saturday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Wirtz is youngest scorer in Bundesliga at 17 years, 34 days
BERLIN (AP) — Bayer Leverkusen substitute Florian Wirtz has become the youngest person to score a goal in the Bundesliga at age 17 years, 34 days, with an impressive strike against Bayern Munich on Saturday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Cloak of secrecy for Man City's court challenge to UEFA ban
GENEVA (AP) — A rare level of secrecy cloaks the court case opening Monday to decide if Manchester City will stay banned from European competition for two seasons.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Union Berlin's Anthony Ujah calls on players to fight racism
BERLIN (AP) — Union Berlin striker Anthony Ujah has encouraged his fellow soccer players to be more proactive in the fight against racism.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Another rough season ends with Wolves near bottom of league
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — Another season of setback and tumult has mercifully ended for the Minnesota Timberwolves, this time in the strangest of ways after the NBA's decision to resume virus-halted play with 22 teams.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
After a forgettable season, Warriors ready to move forward
SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — After reaching five straight NBA Finals, the Golden State Warriors couldn't have foreseen such a strange, disappointing season as they debuted their snazzy new Chase Center in San Francisco.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Stadium virus prevention steers spotlight toward fan privacy
The metal detectors every sports fan has become accustomed to at the gate might soon be accompanied by thermal body scanners as part of the
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Georgia Tech athletes get day off to vote on Election Day
ATLANTA (AP) — In the wake of nationwide protests over police brutality, Georgia Tech wants to make sure its athletes take time to vote in November.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Galaxy drop Aleksandar Katai after wife's social media posts
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Aleksandar Katai has been released by the LA Galaxy after a series of alarming social media posts by his wife, Tea.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Study: College sports trail pro leagues in diversity hiring
A diversity report for racial and gender hiring across college sports found overall improvement yet still reported grades lagging behind the professional ranks.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Bills rookie QB apologizes for racially insensitive comment
BUFFALO, N.Y. (AP) — Buffalo Bills rookie quarterback Jake Fromm apologized for using the phrase “elite white people” in a text conversation from more than a year ago, and posted on social media early Thursday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Players left with bitter feelings after deal to restart MLS
Major League Soccer and its players came away with a sense of accomplishment after reaching a new collective-bargaining agreement in February as the league was heading into its 25th season.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Congressman: No NCAA antitrust exemption in athlete pay bill
Federal legislation setting guidelines for college athletes to pursue money-making opportunities could be proposed within a month, and the congressman planning to introduce it said there will be no blanket antitrust exemption for the NCAA.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Saints' Brees takes first step toward mending relationships
NEW ORLEANS (AP) — Drew Brees now realizes he'd fallen out of touch.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Another rough season ends with Wolves near bottom of league
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — Another season of setback and tumult has mercifully ended for the Minnesota Timberwolves, this time in the strangest of ways after the NBA's decision to resume virus-halted play with 22 teams.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
After a forgettable season, Warriors ready to move forward
SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — After reaching five straight NBA Finals, the Golden State Warriors couldn't have foreseen such a strange, disappointing season as they debuted their snazzy new Chase Center in San Francisco.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Players left with bitter feelings after deal to restart MLS
Major League Soccer and its players came away with a sense of accomplishment after reaching a new collective-bargaining agreement in February as the league was heading into its 25th season.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Galaxy drop Aleksandar Katai after wife's social media posts
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Aleksandar Katai has been released by the LA Galaxy after a series of alarming social media posts by his wife, Tea.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Players worry about safety as MLS plans return to training
ATLANTA (AP) — The first day of small group training for Atlanta United and three other MLS teams was accompanied by ongoing worries from veteran defender Jeff Larentowicz about plans for a MLS tournament in Florida.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Ducks GM Murray 'hell-bent' on improvement; critiques Eakins
ANAHEIM, Calif. (AP) — General manager Bob Murray saw signs of progress this season from his young Anaheim Ducks and their first-year coach, Dallas Eakins.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
OBJ a "model guy" during Browns' virtual offseason program
CLEVELAND (AP) — Odell Beckham Jr. practiced his own version of social distancing during his first offseason with the Browns. This year, the flashy receiver's been as close as possible.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Japan's soccer federation announces new women's pro league
Japan’s soccer federation has announced a new professional women’s league that will begin play next year.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Stadium virus prevention steers spotlight toward fan privacy
The metal detectors every sports fan has become accustomed to at the gate might soon be accompanied by thermal body scanners as part of the
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Georgia Tech athletes get day off to vote on Election Day
ATLANTA (AP) — In the wake of nationwide protests over police brutality, Georgia Tech wants to make sure its athletes take time to vote in November.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Seahawks' Wilson: 'I don't even want to talk about football'
RENTON, Wash. (AP) — Speaking to the media for the first time since the end of last season, Seattle Seahawks quarterback Russell Wilson didn't care to talk about the game that’s helped make him famous.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
MLS, players reach new labor deal, to resume with tournament
Major League Soccer and its players' union agreed to a six-year labor contract through 2025 that paves the way for a tournament in Florida after the season was suspended by the coronavirus pandemic.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
As sports resume, English rugby stuck in scenario-planning
While elite sports gradually return in England amid the coronavirus pandemic, rugby remains stuck in scenario-planning.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Safe: Bowling Green baseball saved by donors after being cut
CLEVELAND (AP) — Thrown out, Bowling Green baseball is now safe.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Study: College sports trail pro leagues in diversity hiring
A diversity report for racial and gender hiring across college sports found overall improvement yet still reported grades lagging behind the professional ranks.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
LA Galaxy to meet with Katai after wife's social media posts
LOS ANGELES (AP) — The LA Galaxy will meet with new Serbian winger Aleksandar Katai on Thursday to discuss a series of alarming social media posts by his wife.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
'Another tragedy' -- Dolphins coach knew shooting victim
MIAMI (AP) — Miami Dolphins coach Brian Flores' roiling emotions of late regarding social injustice were compounded with the death of Chris Beaty, a good friend who
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Will open seats be familiar sight in sports as virus fades?
LAWRENCE, Kan. (AP) — Empty seats have been the norm the past few years at the University of Kansas, where a succession of football coaches has failed to turn around the flailing fortunes of the Jayhawks.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Bills rookie QB apologizes for racially insensitive comment
BUFFALO, N.Y. (AP) — Buffalo Bills rookie quarterback Jake Fromm apologized for using the phrase “elite white people” in a text conversation from more than a year ago, and posted on social media early Thursday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Lyon president Aulas seeks court ruling to resume Ligue 1
PARIS (AP) — The president of soccer club Lyon asked a court Thursday to reverse a decision to cancel the rest of the French league season, saying it was “absurd” to halt the competition so early.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Congressman: No NCAA antitrust exemption in athlete pay bill
Federal legislation setting guidelines for college athletes to pursue money-making opportunities could be proposed within a month, and the congressman planning to introduce it said there will be no blanket antitrust exemption for the NCAA.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Saints' Brees takes first step toward mending relationships
NEW ORLEANS (AP) — Drew Brees now realizes he'd fallen out of touch.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Messi concern after missed practice ahead of La Liga return
MADRID (AP) — One missed practice was enough to raise concerns about Lionel Messi.
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Saints' Brees takes first step toward mending relationships
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Congressman: No NCAA antitrust exemption in athlete pay bill
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Players worry about safety as MLS plans return to training
ATLANTA (AP) — The first day of small group training for Atlanta United and three other MLS teams was accompanied by ongoing worries from veteran defender Jeff Larentowicz about plans for a MLS tournament in Florida.
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Georgia Tech athletes get day off to vote on Election Day
ATLANTA (AP) — In the wake of nationwide protests over police brutality, Georgia Tech wants to make sure its athletes take time to vote in November.
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Bills rookie QB apologizes for racially insensitive comment
BUFFALO, N.Y. (AP) — Buffalo Bills rookie quarterback Jake Fromm apologized for using the phrase “elite white people” in a text conversation from more than a year ago, and posted on social media early Thursday.
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'Another tragedy' -- Dolphins coach knew shooting victim
MIAMI (AP) — Miami Dolphins coach Brian Flores' roiling emotions of late regarding social injustice were compounded with the death of Chris Beaty, a good friend who
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Lyon president Aulas seeks court ruling to resume Ligue 1
PARIS (AP) — The president of soccer club Lyon asked a court Thursday to reverse a decision to cancel the rest of the French league season, saying it was “absurd” to halt the competition so early.
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Georgia Tech athletics to take day off on Election Day
ATLANTA (AP) — In the wake of nationwide protests over police brutality, Georgia Tech wants to make sure its athletes take time to vote in November.
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As sports resume, English rugby stuck in scenario-planning
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Messi concern after missed practice ahead of La Liga return
MADRID (AP) — One missed practice was enough to raise concerns about Lionel Messi.
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Wes Unseld, Hall of Famer and NBA champion in DC, dies at 74
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Ducks GM Murray 'hell-bent' on improvement; critiques Eakins
ANAHEIM, Calif. (AP) — General manager Bob Murray saw signs of progress this season from his young Anaheim Ducks and their first-year coach, Dallas Eakins.
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Former Auburn football coach Pat Dye dies at 80
College Football Hall of Famer Pat Dye, who took over a downtrodden Auburn football program in 1981 and turned it into a Southeastern Conference power, died Monday. He was 80.
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Pirates' Archer out for the season following surgery
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Chris Archer won't pitch for the Pittsburgh Pirates in 2020, and his time with the club may be over.
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OBJ a "model guy" during Browns' virtual offseason program
CLEVELAND (AP) — Odell Beckham Jr. practiced his own version of social distancing during his first offseason with the Browns. This year, the flashy receiver's been as close as possible.
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Japan's soccer federation announces new women's pro league
Japan’s soccer federation has announced a new professional women’s league that will begin play next year.
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Stadium virus prevention steers spotlight toward fan privacy
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AFC urged to mandate human rights into 2027 Asian Cup bids
A global activist group urged Asia’s soccer body on Wednesday to mandate respecting human rights into bidding for and organizing the 2027 Asian Cup.
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Seahawks' Wilson: 'I don't even want to talk about football'
RENTON, Wash. (AP) — Speaking to the media for the first time since the end of last season, Seattle Seahawks quarterback Russell Wilson didn't care to talk about the game that’s helped make him famous.
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MLS, players reach new labor deal, to resume with tournament
Major League Soccer and its players' union agreed to a six-year labor contract through 2025 that paves the way for a tournament in Florida after the season was suspended by the coronavirus pandemic.
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Steelers RB Conner focusing on present, not uncertain future
PITTSBURGH (AP) — James Conner didn't treat the quarantine caused by the COVID-19 pandemic as an obstacle, but an opportunity.
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Rhule's transition from Baylor to NFL anything but normal
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Celtics coach: Empathy means more than basketball right now
BOSTON (AP) — Celtics coach Brad Stevens believes the best way he can be helpful to his players right now is by listening to them.
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Hoops Hall mulls date for Bryant, Class of 2020 induction
The Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame was gearing up for a great year: not just the all-but-certain election of NBA superstars like Kobe Bryant, Kevin Garnett and Tim Duncan, but also a chance to unveil a completely renovated museum.
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Safe: Bowling Green baseball saved by donors after being cut
CLEVELAND (AP) — Thrown out, Bowling Green baseball is now safe.
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Non-revenue sports fret over college athlete compensation
College coaches in non-revenue sports are worried about the impact legislation allowing compensation for athletes could have on their programs.
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Study: College sports trail pro leagues in diversity hiring
A diversity report for racial and gender hiring across college sports found overall improvement yet still reported grades lagging behind the professional ranks.
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Clemson WR Ross out for the year due to spinal condition
Clemson receiver Justyn Ross, considered a first-round NFL draft pick next spring, will miss the upcoming college season due to a spinal condition uncovered after he was hurt at practice in March.
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Germany won't punish players for George Floyd protests
DÜSSELDORF, Germany (AP) — As more players spoke out against racial discrimination and injustice, the German soccer federation said it will not punish those who protest against the killing of George Floyd.
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LA Galaxy to meet with Katai after wife's social media posts
LOS ANGELES (AP) — The LA Galaxy will meet with new Serbian winger Aleksandar Katai on Thursday to discuss a series of alarming social media posts by his wife.
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Will open seats be familiar sight in sports as virus fades?
LAWRENCE, Kan. (AP) — Empty seats have been the norm the past few years at the University of Kansas, where a succession of football coaches has failed to turn around the flailing fortunes of the Jayhawks.
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US players Steffen, Adams express solidarity with Floyd
BERLIN (AP) — Americans Zack Steffen and Tyler Adams are among the Bundesliga players who expressed solidarity in the wake of George Floyd’s death.
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LA Galaxy to meet with Katai after wife's social media posts
LOS ANGELES (AP) — The LA Galaxy will meet with new Serbian winger Aleksandar Katai on Thursday to discuss a series of alarming social media posts by his wife.
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Seahawks' Wilson: 'I don't even want to talk about football'
RENTON, Wash. (AP) — Speaking to the media for the first time since the end of last season, Seattle Seahawks quarterback Russell Wilson didn't care to talk about the game that’s helped make him famous.
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Ducks GM Murray 'hell-bent' on improvement; critiques Eakins
ANAHEIM, Calif. (AP) — General manager Bob Murray saw signs of progress this season from his young Anaheim Ducks and their first-year coach, Dallas Eakins.
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Japan's soccer federation announces new women's pro league
Japan’s soccer federation has announced a new professional women’s league that will begin play next year.
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OBJ a "model guy" during Browns' virtual offseason program
CLEVELAND (AP) — Odell Beckham Jr. practiced his own version of social distancing during his first offseason with the Browns. This year, the flashy receiver's been as close as possible.
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Horse named for Dr. Anthony Fauci finishes second in debut
A racehorse named for Dr. Anthony Fauci reached the finish line at a safe enough distance from others that would have made his namesake proud.
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Stadium virus prevention steers spotlight toward fan privacy
The metal detectors every sports fan has become accustomed to at the gate might soon be accompanied by thermal body scanners as part of the
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Study: College sports trail pro leagues in diversity hiring
A diversity report for racial and gender hiring across college sports found overall improvement yet still reported grades lagging behind the professional ranks.
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MLS, players reach new labor deal, to resume with tournament
Major League Soccer and its players' union agreed to a six-year labor contract through 2025 that paves the way for a tournament in Florida after the season was suspended by the coronavirus pandemic.
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Rhule's transition from Baylor to NFL anything but normal
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) — Transitioning from head coach at the college level to the NFL is never easy.
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Germany won't punish players for George Floyd protests
DÜSSELDORF, Germany (AP) — As more players spoke out against racial discrimination and injustice, the German soccer federation said it will not punish those who protest against the killing of George Floyd.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Pirates' Archer out for the season following surgery
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Chris Archer won't pitch for the Pittsburgh Pirates in 2020, and his time with the club may be over.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
AFC urged to mandate human rights into 2027 Asian Cup bids
A global activist group urged Asia’s soccer body on Wednesday to mandate respecting human rights into bidding for and organizing the 2027 Asian Cup.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
College Football Hall of Fame damaged in Atlanta protests
ATLANTA (AP) — The College Football Hall of Fame is boarded up and assessing damage from a destructive night of protests in downtown Atlanta.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Wes Unseld, Hall of Famer and NBA champion in DC, dies at 74
WASHINGTON (AP) — Wes Unseld was an undersized NBA center known more for his bruising picks, tenacious rebounding and perfectly placed outlet passes than any points he produced.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Players skip training after union impasse with MLS
Players from several Major League Soccer teams skipped voluntary workouts Monday after the league and the players' association hit an impasse on an agreement that would clear the way for a tournament this summer in Florida.
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Former Auburn football coach Pat Dye dies at 80
College Football Hall of Famer Pat Dye, who took over a downtrodden Auburn football program in 1981 and turned it into a Southeastern Conference power, died Monday. He was 80.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
NBA star Trae Young speaks at peaceful protest in Oklahoma
NORMAN, Okla. (AP) — NBA All-Star Trae Young spoke at a peaceful protest of racial injustice and police brutality in his hometown on Monday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Steelers RB Conner focusing on present, not uncertain future
PITTSBURGH (AP) — James Conner didn't treat the quarantine caused by the COVID-19 pandemic as an obstacle, but an opportunity.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Celtics coach: Empathy means more than basketball right now
BOSTON (AP) — Celtics coach Brad Stevens believes the best way he can be helpful to his players right now is by listening to them.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
NWSL sets schedule for tournament in Utah
The National Women's Soccer League has set the schedule for the opening round of its tournament starting later this month in Utah, with the Portland Thorns playing the defending champion North Carolina Courage on the opening day.
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Hoops Hall mulls date for Bryant, Class of 2020 induction
The Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame was gearing up for a great year: not just the all-but-certain election of NBA superstars like Kobe Bryant, Kevin Garnett and Tim Duncan, but also a chance to unveil a completely renovated museum.
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Nationals change course, pay minor leaguers full stipend
WASHINGTON (AP) — The Nationals changed course and told their minor leaguers on Monday they will receive their full weekly stipends of $400 at least through June after
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Safe: Bowling Green baseball saved by donors after being cut
CLEVELAND (AP) — Thrown out, Bowling Green baseball is now safe.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Non-revenue sports fret over college athlete compensation
College coaches in non-revenue sports are worried about the impact legislation allowing compensation for athletes could have on their programs.
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Clemson WR Ross out for the year due to spinal condition
Clemson receiver Justyn Ross, considered a first-round NFL draft pick next spring, will miss the upcoming college season due to a spinal condition uncovered after he was hurt at practice in March.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Future of stadiums, arenas promises high tech, low capacity
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — The smell of barbecue wafts through the parking lots hours before kickoff at Arrowhead Stadium, and when the first salvo of fireworks explode overhead, thousands of Chiefs fans begin to march en masse toward the entrance gates.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Will open seats be familiar sight in sports as virus fades?
LAWRENCE, Kan. (AP) — Empty seats have been the norm the past few years at the University of Kansas, where a succession of football coaches has failed to turn around the flailing fortunes of the Jayhawks.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Cologne forward Modeste joins Bundesliga protests over Floyd
BERLIN (AP) — Cologne forward Anthony Modeste became the latest Bundesliga player to make a statement in solidarity with George Floyd after scoring against Leipzig on Monday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
US players Steffen, Adams express solidarity with Floyd
BERLIN (AP) — Americans Zack Steffen and Tyler Adams are among the Bundesliga players who expressed solidarity in the wake of George Floyd’s death.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Steelers RB Conner focusing on present, not uncertain future
PITTSBURGH (AP) — James Conner didn't treat the quarantine caused by the COVID-19 pandemic as an obstacle, but an opportunity.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
US players Steffen, Adams express solidarity with Floyd
BERLIN (AP) — Americans Zack Steffen and Tyler Adams are among the Bundesliga players who expressed solidarity in the wake of George Floyd’s death.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Celtics coach: Empathy means more than basketball right now
BOSTON (AP) — Celtics coach Brad Stevens believes the best way he can be helpful to his players right now is by listening to them.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Safe: Bowling Green baseball saved by donors after being cut
CLEVELAND (AP) — Thrown out, Bowling Green baseball is now safe.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Hoops Hall mulls date for Bryant, Class of 2020 induction
The Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame was gearing up for a great year: not just the all-but-certain election of NBA superstars like Kobe Bryant, Kevin Garnett and Tim Duncan, but also a chance to unveil a completely renovated museum.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Wes Unseld, Hall of Famer and NBA champion in DC, dies at 74
WASHINGTON (AP) — Wes Unseld was an undersized NBA center known more for his bruising picks, tenacious rebounding and perfectly placed outlet passes than any points he produced.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Will open seats be familiar sight in sports as virus fades?
LAWRENCE, Kan. (AP) — Empty seats have been the norm the past few years at the University of Kansas, where a succession of football coaches has failed to turn around the flailing fortunes of the Jayhawks.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Wes Unseld, NBA Rookie of Year and MVP in 1969, dies at 74
WASHINGTON (AP) — Wes Unseld, the workmanlike Hall of Fame center who led Washington to its only NBA championship and was chosen one of the 50 greatest players in league history, died Tuesday after a series of health issues, most recently pneumonia. He was 74.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
College Football Hall of Fame damaged in Atlanta protests
ATLANTA (AP) — The College Football Hall of Fame is boarded up and assessing damage from a destructive night of protests in downtown Atlanta.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
MLS players agree to salary cuts, possible tournament
The Major League Soccer Players Association voted to approve economic concessions for this season, including across-the-board salary cuts, while also agreeing to play in a proposed summer tournament in Orlando, Florida.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Players skip training after union impasse with MLS
Players from several Major League Soccer teams skipped voluntary workouts Monday after the league and the players' association hit an impasse on an agreement that would clear the way for a tournament this summer in Florida.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Former Auburn football coach Pat Dye dies at 80
College Football Hall of Famer Pat Dye, who took over a downtrodden Auburn football program in 1981 and turned it into a Southeastern Conference power, died Monday. He was 80.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Icardi's arrival at PSG could push Cavani to look elsewhere
PARIS (AP) — Prolific striker Mauro Icardi's arrival at French champion Paris Saint-Germain on a four-year deal raises doubts as to record scorer Edinson Cavani's future at the club.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
NBA star Trae Young speaks at peaceful protest in Oklahoma
NORMAN, Okla. (AP) — NBA All-Star Trae Young spoke at a peaceful protest of racial injustice and police brutality in his hometown on Monday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
For father battling cancer, a graduation to victory lane
INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — Jacob Foxworthy and his parents waited patiently as their car crawled through pit road at Indianapolis Motor Speedway on this most unusual of graduation days.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Fortunes of Berlin clubs changed by Bundesliga's virus break
BERLIN (AP) — The Bundesliga’s coronavirus-induced break has changed the fortunes of the Berlin clubs.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Liga to resume with Real Madrid playing at training center
MADRID (AP) — The Spanish league is resuming in less than two weeks with Real Madrid playing its games at the club's training center.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
What Would Have Been: Triple Crown finale and French finals
The final leg of horse racing's Triple Crown would have been set and the French Open finals would have been contested this week if not for the coronavirus pandemic. While NASCAR is staying busy on the track, and there are signals that other sports could be working toward a return, …
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
NWSL sets schedule for tournament in Utah
The National Women's Soccer League has set the schedule for the opening round of its tournament starting later this month in Utah, with the Portland Thorns playing the defending champion North Carolina Courage on the opening day.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Valencia 'surprised' at Atalanta coach's virus revelation
When Atalanta coach Gian Piero Gasperini was struggling with the coronavirus in mid-March, the prospect of entering Bergamo’s hospital — which was overflowing with COVID-19 patients at the time — made him fear for his life.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Nationals change course, pay minor leaguers full stipend
WASHINGTON (AP) — The Nationals changed course and told their minor leaguers on Monday they will receive their full weekly stipends of $400 at least through June after
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Florida G Nembhard withdraws from NBA draft, transfers
GAINESVILLE, Fla. (AP) — Florida point guard Andrew Nembhard is removing his name from the NBA draft and returning to school — just not in Gainesville.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Non-revenue sports fret over college athlete compensation
College coaches in non-revenue sports are worried about the impact legislation allowing compensation for athletes could have on their programs.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Clemson WR Ross out for the year due to spinal condition
Clemson receiver Justyn Ross, considered a first-round NFL draft pick next spring, will miss the upcoming college season due to a spinal condition uncovered after he was hurt at practice in March.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Future of stadiums, arenas promises high tech, low capacity
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — The smell of barbecue wafts through the parking lots hours before kickoff at Arrowhead Stadium, and when the first salvo of fireworks explode overhead, thousands of Chiefs fans begin to march en masse toward the entrance gates.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Young players call for 'Justice for George Floyd' in Germany
BERLIN (AP) — Four young soccer players in Germany’s Bundesliga addressed the death of George Floyd in the United States with protests against police brutality and calls for justice over the weekend.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Cologne forward Modeste joins Bundesliga protests over Floyd
BERLIN (AP) — Cologne forward Anthony Modeste became the latest Bundesliga player to make a statement in solidarity with George Floyd after scoring against Leipzig on Monday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Full squad training resumes in Spain ahead of soccer restart
MADRID (AP) — Spanish clubs resumed full squad training on Monday, beginning the final stage of preparations for the return to competition.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Number of eliminated college sports programs nearing 100
Four-year colleges facing budget shortfalls stemming from the pandemic are approaching an unwelcome milestone: In coming days, the number of eliminated sports programs will almost surely pass 100.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Players skip training after union impasse with MLS
Players from several Major League Soccer teams skipped voluntary workouts Monday after the league and the players' association hit an impasse on an agreement that would clear the way for a tournament this summer in Florida.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
NBA star Trae Young speaks at peaceful protest in Oklahoma
NORMAN, Okla. (AP) — NBA All-Star Trae Young spoke at a peaceful protest of racial injustice and police brutality in his hometown on Monday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
NWSL sets schedule for tournament in Utah
The National Women's Soccer League has set the schedule for the opening round of its tournament starting later this month in Utah, with the Portland Thorns playing the defending champion North Carolina Courage on the opening day.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Cologne forward Modeste joins Bundesliga protests over Floyd
BERLIN (AP) — Cologne forward Anthony Modeste became the latest Bundesliga player to make a statement in solidarity with George Floyd after scoring against Leipzig on Monday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Clemson WR Ross out for the year due to spinal condition
Clemson receiver Justyn Ross, considered a first-round NFL draft pick next spring, will miss the upcoming college season due to a spinal condition uncovered after he was hurt at practice in March.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Stuffed toys bring Cologne no luck in losing to Leipzig 4-2
BERLIN (AP) — Supported only by stuffed toys left by loyal fans and team jerseys draped over empty seats, Cologne’s struggle to play without real supporters continued against Leipzig in a 4-2 loss at home on Monday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Germany may sanction soccer players for supporting Floyd
BERLIN (AP) — The German soccer federation has defended its decision to assess whether four young Bundesliga players who made gestures in solidarity with George Floyd over the weekend must face sanctions.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Former Auburn football coach Pat Dye dies at 80
College Football Hall of Famer Pat Dye, who took over a downtrodden Auburn football program in 1981 and turned it into a Southeastern Conference power, died Monday. He was 80.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Nationals change course, pay minor leaguers full stipend
WASHINGTON (AP) — The Nationals changed course and told their minor leaguers on Monday they will receive their full weekly stipends of $400 at least through June after
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Non-revenue sports fret over college athlete compensation
College coaches in non-revenue sports are worried about the impact legislation allowing compensation for athletes could have on their programs.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Fortunes of Berlin clubs changed by Bundesliga's virus break
BERLIN (AP) — The Bundesliga’s coronavirus-induced break has changed the fortunes of the Berlin clubs.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Full squad training resumes in Spain ahead of soccer restart
MADRID (AP) — Spanish clubs resumed full squad training on Monday, beginning the final stage of preparations for the return to competition.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
College Football Hall of Fame damaged in Atlanta protests
ATLANTA (AP) — The College Football Hall of Fame is boarded up and assessing damage from a destructive night of protests in downtown Atlanta.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
MLS players agree to salary cuts, possible tournament
The Major League Soccer Players Association voted to approve economic concessions for this season, including across-the-board salary cuts, while also agreeing to play in a proposed summer tournament in Orlando, Florida.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Icardi's arrival at PSG could push Cavani to look elsewhere
PARIS (AP) — Prolific striker Mauro Icardi's arrival at French champion Paris Saint-Germain on a four-year deal raises doubts as to record scorer Edinson Cavani's future at the club.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
For father battling cancer, a graduation to victory lane
INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — Jacob Foxworthy and his parents waited patiently as their car crawled through pit road at Indianapolis Motor Speedway on this most unusual of graduation days.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Liga to resume with Real Madrid playing at training center
MADRID (AP) — The Spanish league is resuming in less than two weeks with Real Madrid playing its games at the club's training center.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
What Would Have Been: Triple Crown finale and French finals
The final leg of horse racing's Triple Crown would have been set and the French Open finals would have been contested this week if not for the coronavirus pandemic. While NASCAR is staying busy on the track, and there are signals that other sports could be working toward a return, …
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Muzzle Mr. Met? Mascots wonder why they're banned from MLB
PHILADELPHIA (AP) — The Phillie Phanatic had stories of his favorite adventures -- from the Galapagos Islands to the cobblestone streets of Philadelphia -- read to him most weeks from his very best buds. The Philly furball was tucked in with a bedtime story from
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Valencia 'surprised' at Atalanta coach's virus revelation
When Atalanta coach Gian Piero Gasperini was struggling with the coronavirus in mid-March, the prospect of entering Bergamo’s hospital — which was overflowing with COVID-19 patients at the time — made him fear for his life.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Florida G Nembhard withdraws from NBA draft, transfers
GAINESVILLE, Fla. (AP) — Florida point guard Andrew Nembhard is removing his name from the NBA draft and returning to school — just not in Gainesville.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
PawSox offer taste of baseball with 'Dining on the Diamond'
PAWTUCKET, R.I. (AP) — The Pawtucket Red Sox are going from “Play Ball” to “Bon Appetit.”
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
At least 13 MLB teams pledge more stipends to minor leaguers
NEW YORK (AP) — At least 13 major league franchises have informed minor leaguers they will continue to provide allowances after the May 31 expiration of Major League Baseball’s policy guarantying those players $400 per week.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Future of stadiums, arenas promises high tech, low capacity
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — The coronavirus pandemic that brought sports to a standstill for months has everyone wondering what games will be like when spectators are finally allowed back in. It will almost surely be different in ways big and small.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Virus-proofing sports facilities presents a big challenge
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — The jersey-wearing camaraderie. The scent of sizzling sausages. The buzz before a big game.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Young players call for 'Justice for George Floyd' in Germany
BERLIN (AP) — Four young soccer players in Germany’s Bundesliga addressed the death of George Floyd in the United States with protests against police brutality and calls for justice over the weekend.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
MLB teams cut hundreds with minor league season in doubt
NEW YORK (AP) — Major league teams have released hundreds of young players with the minor league season in doubt due to the coronavirus pandemic.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
D-backs cut about quarter of staff with layoffs, furloughs
The Arizona Diamondbacks have laid off or furloughed about one-quarter of the team’s employees because of lost revenue due to the coronavirus pandemic.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Big 12 revenue distribution down only slightly amid pandemic
The Big 12's revenue distribution to its 10 schools decreased only slightly because of the pandemic that led to the cancellation of spring sports, though there is still plenty of uncertainty ahead.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Number of eliminated college sports programs nearing 100
Four-year colleges facing budget shortfalls stemming from the pandemic are approaching an unwelcome milestone: In coming days, the number of eliminated sports programs will almost surely pass 100.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
QB Daniels heading to Georgia after leaving Southern Cal
ATLANTA (AP) — Georgia has picked up another high-profile transfer quarterback, landing former Southern California starter JT Daniels.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
What Would Have Been: Triple Crown finale and French finals
The final leg of horse racing's Triple Crown would have been set and the French Open finals would have been contested this week if not for the coronavirus pandemic. While NASCAR is staying busy on the track, and there are signals that other sports could be working toward a return, …
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Virus-proofing sports facilities presents a big challenge
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — The jersey-wearing camaraderie. The scent of sizzling sausages. The buzz before a big game.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
MLS players agree to salary cuts, possible tournament
The Major League Soccer Players Association voted to approve economic concessions for this season, including across-the-board salary cuts, while also agreeing to play in a proposed summer tournament in Orlando, Florida.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Liga to resume with Real Madrid playing at training center
MADRID (AP) — The Spanish league is resuming in less than two weeks with Real Madrid playing its games at the club's training center.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Valencia 'surprised' at Atalanta coach's virus revelation
When Atalanta coach Gian Piero Gasperini was struggling with the coronavirus in mid-March, the prospect of entering Bergamo’s hospital — which was overflowing with COVID-19 patients at the time — made him fear for his life.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Young players call for 'Justice for George Floyd' in Germany
BERLIN (AP) — Four young soccer players in Germany’s Bundesliga addressed the death of George Floyd in the United States with protests against police brutality and calls for justice over the weekend.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Sancho leads 'Justice for George Floyd' protests in Germany
BERLIN (AP) — Jadon Sancho joined protests across German soccer at the weekend by lifting his jersey after scoring to reveal a T-shirt with the handwritten message “Justice for George Floyd” on the front.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
College Football Hall of Fame damaged in Atlanta protests
ATLANTA (AP) — The College Football Hall of Fame is boarded up and assessing damage from a destructive night of protests in downtown Atlanta.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Future of stadiums, arenas promises high tech, low capacity
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — The coronavirus pandemic that brought sports to a standstill for months has everyone wondering what games will be like when spectators are finally allowed back in. It will almost surely be different in ways big and small.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Future of stadiums, arenas promise high tech, low capacity
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — The coronavirus pandemic that brought sports to a standstill for months has everyone wondering what games will be like when spectators are finally allowed back in. It will almost surely be different in ways big and small.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Thuram tribute to Floyd as Gladbach beats Union 4-1
BERLIN (AP) — Marcus Thuram took a moment in apparent tribute to George Floyd after scoring in Borussia Mönchengladbach’s 4-1 win over Union Berlin in the Bundesliga on Sunday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Icardi's arrival at PSG could push Cavani to look elsewhere
PARIS (AP) — Prolific striker Mauro Icardi's arrival at French champion Paris Saint-Germain on a four-year deal raises doubts as to record scorer Edinson Cavani's future at the club.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Atalanta coach feared for his life as he fought virus
When Atalanta coach Gian Piero Gasperini was struggling with the coronavirus in mid-March, the prospect of entering Bergamo’s hospital -- which was overflowing with COVID-19 patients at the time -- made him fear for his life.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
For father battling cancer, a graduation to victory lane
INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — Jacob Foxworthy and his parents waited patiently as their car crawled through pit road at Indianapolis Motor Speedway on this most unusual of graduation days.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
NFL, EA agree to extension of Madden video game franchise
The Madden franchise will continue to be a part of the gaming universe for at least the next six years.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Colts hoping for lucrative payoff from betting big on Rivers
INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — Frank Reich jumped right into research mode when he knew Philip Rivers would hit free agency.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Testing at core of NWSL's tournament plan
As the National Women’s Soccer League prepares to become one of the first North American leagues to return amid the coronavirus pandemic, testing and tracing are at the core of its plans.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Muzzle Mr. Met? Mascots wonder why they're banned from MLB
PHILADELPHIA (AP) — The Phillie Phanatic had stories of his favorite adventures -- from the Galapagos Islands to the cobblestone streets of Philadelphia -- read to him most weeks from his very best buds. The Philly furball was tucked in with a bedtime story from
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Ex-Colts GM Ryan Grigson joins Browns' staff as top adviser
CLEVELAND (AP) — Former Colts general manager Ryan Grigson was hired Friday as a senior adviser for the Cleveland Browns, reuniting with general manager Andrew Berry.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Florida G Nembhard withdraws from NBA draft, transfers
GAINESVILLE, Fla. (AP) — Florida point guard Andrew Nembhard is removing his name from the NBA draft and returning to school — just not in Gainesville.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
PawSox offer taste of baseball with 'Dining on the Diamond'
PAWTUCKET, R.I. (AP) — The Pawtucket Red Sox are going from “Play Ball” to “Bon Appetit.”
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Georgia's Smart: Players will be safer working out on campus
ATLANTA (AP) — As he prepares to welcome his players back to campus, Georgia coach Kirby Smart insisted Thursday that they'll be safer working out under the school's supervision than on their own.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
At least 13 MLB teams pledge more stipends to minor leaguers
NEW YORK (AP) — At least 13 major league franchises have informed minor leaguers they will continue to provide allowances after the May 31 expiration of Major League Baseball’s policy guarantying those players $400 per week.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
MLB teams cut hundreds with minor league season in doubt
NEW YORK (AP) — Major league teams have released hundreds of young players with the minor league season in doubt due to the coronavirus pandemic.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
D-backs cut about quarter of staff with layoffs, furloughs
The Arizona Diamondbacks have laid off or furloughed about one-quarter of the team’s employees because of lost revenue due to the coronavirus pandemic.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Big 12 revenue distribution down only slightly amid pandemic
The Big 12's revenue distribution to its 10 schools decreased only slightly because of the pandemic that led to the cancellation of spring sports, though there is still plenty of uncertainty ahead.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Ducks' offensive woes extend to rare 2-year playoff drought
ANAHEIM, Calif. (AP) — The last time the Anaheim Ducks missed the playoffs in back-to-back seasons, they went all the way to their franchise's first Stanley Cup Final just one year later.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Number of eliminated college sports programs nearing 100
Four-year colleges facing budget shortfalls stemming from the pandemic are approaching an unwelcome milestone: In coming days, the number of eliminated sports programs will almost surely pass 100.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
QB Daniels heading to Georgia after leaving Southern Cal
ATLANTA (AP) — Georgia has picked up another high-profile transfer quarterback, landing former Southern California starter JT Daniels.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
For father battling cancer, a graduation to victory lane
INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — Jacob Foxworthy and his parents waited patiently as their car crawled through pit road at Indianapolis Motor Speedway on this most unusual of graduation days.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Florida G Nembhard withdraws from NBA draft, transfers
GAINESVILLE, Fla. (AP) — Florida point guard Andrew Nembhard is removing his name from the NBA draft and returning to school — just not in Gainesville.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Sports events in England allowed to resume from Monday
MANCHESTER, England (AP) — Horse racing will be the first main sport to resume in England on Monday after the government approved the end of the 11-week shutdown of events if there are no spectators and coronavirus protocols are followed.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Muzzle Mr. Met? Mascots wonder why they're banned from MLB
PHILADELPHIA (AP) — The Phillie Phanatic had stories of his favorite adventures -- from the Galapagos Islands to the cobblestone streets of Philadelphia -- read to him most weeks from his very best buds. The Philly furball was tucked in with a bedtime story from
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Number of eliminated college sports programs nearing 100
Four-year colleges facing budget shortfalls stemming from the pandemic are approaching an unwelcome milestone: In coming days, the number of eliminated sports programs will almost surely pass 100.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Cardinals' Peterson to those who doubt him: "Wait and see"
Patrick Peterson is about six weeks shy of his 30th birthday. Judging by a modest decline over the past few seasons, it's easy to believe his best playing days are behind him.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
NFL, EA agree to extension of Madden video game franchise
The Madden franchise will continue to be a part of the gaming universe for at least the next six years.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Colts hoping for lucrative payoff from betting big on Rivers
INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — Frank Reich jumped right into research mode when he knew Philip Rivers would hit free agency.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Panthers agree to terms with free agent CB Eli Apple
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) — The Panthers have agreed to terms with free agent cornerback Eli Apple.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Sharks have plenty of time to stew over down season
The San Jose Sharks will have plenty of time to stew over the franchise’s worst season in 17 years.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Testing at core of NWSL's tournament plan
As the National Women’s Soccer League prepares to become one of the first North American leagues to return amid the coronavirus pandemic, testing and tracing are at the core of its plans.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Ex-Colts GM Ryan Grigson joins Browns' staff as top adviser
CLEVELAND (AP) — Former Colts general manager Ryan Grigson was hired Friday as a senior adviser for the Cleveland Browns, reuniting with general manager Andrew Berry.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
PawSox offer taste of baseball with 'Dining on the Diamond'
PAWTUCKET, R.I. (AP) — The Pawtucket Red Sox are going from “Play Ball” to “Bon Appetit.”
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Georgia's Smart: Players will be safer working out on campus
ATLANTA (AP) — As he prepares to welcome his players back to campus, Georgia coach Kirby Smart insisted Thursday that they'll be safer working out under the school's supervision than on their own.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
At least 13 MLB teams pledge more stipends to minor leaguers
NEW YORK (AP) — At least 13 major league franchises have informed minor leaguers they will continue to provide allowances after the May 31 expiration of Major League Baseball’s policy guarantying those players $400 per week.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
MLB teams cut hundreds with minor league season in doubt
NEW YORK (AP) — Major league teams have released hundreds of young players with the minor league season in doubt due to the coronavirus pandemic.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
D-backs cut about quarter of staff with layoffs, furloughs
The Arizona Diamondbacks have laid off or furloughed about one-quarter of the team’s employees because of lost revenue due to the coronavirus pandemic.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
US: Transgender sports inclusion violates others' rights
HARTFORD, Conn. (AP) — Connecticut's policy allowing transgender girls to compete as girls in high school sports violates the civil rights of athletes who have always identified as female, the U.S. Education Department has determined in a decision that could force the state to change course to keep federal funding …
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Big 12 revenue distribution down only slightly amid pandemic
The Big 12's revenue distribution to its 10 schools decreased only slightly because of the pandemic that led to the cancellation of spring sports, though there is still plenty of uncertainty ahead.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Ducks' offensive woes extend to rare 2-year playoff drought
ANAHEIM, Calif. (AP) — The last time the Anaheim Ducks missed the playoffs in back-to-back seasons, they went all the way to their franchise's first Stanley Cup Final just one year later.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Title IX major factor for colleges looking at sports cuts
Financially challenged schools considering cutting sports in the wake of the coronavirus pandemic are making difficult decisions of who gets to keep playing and who doesn't.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
QB Daniels heading to Georgia after leaving Southern Cal
ATLANTA (AP) — Georgia has picked up another high-profile transfer quarterback, landing former Southern California starter JT Daniels.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
D-backs cut about quarter of staff with layoffs, furloughs
The Arizona Diamondbacks have laid off or furloughed about one-quarter of the team’s employees because of lost revenue due to the coronavirus pandemic.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Big 12 revenue distribution down only slightly amid pandemic
The Big 12's revenue distribution to its 10 schools decreased only slightly because of the pandemic that led to the cancellation of spring sports, though there is still plenty of uncertainty ahead.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
MLB teams cut hundreds with minor league season in doubt
NEW YORK (AP) — Major league teams have released hundreds of young players with the minor league season in doubt due to the coronavirus pandemic.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
PawSox offer taste of baseball with 'Dining on the Diamond'
PAWTUCKET, R.I. (AP) — The Pawtucket Red Sox are going from “Play Ball” to “Bon Appetit.”
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
At least 13 MLB teams pledge more stipends to minor leaguers
NEW YORK (AP) — At least 13 major league franchises have informed minor leaguers they will continue to provide allowances after the May 31 expiration of Major League Baseball’s policy guarantying those players $400 per week.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
At least 12 MLB teams pledge more stipends to minor leaguers
NEW YORK (AP) — At least 12 major league franchises have informed minor leaguers they will continue to provide allowances after the May 31 expiration of Major League Baseball’s policy guarantying those players $400 per week.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
At least 11 MLB teams pledge more stipends to minor leaguers
NEW YORK (AP) — At least 11 major league franchises have informed minor leaguers they will continue to provide allowances after the May 31 expiration of Major League Baseball’s policy guarantying those players $400 per week.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Ducks' offensive woes extend to rare 2-year playoff drought
ANAHEIM, Calif. (AP) — The last time the Anaheim Ducks missed the playoffs in back-to-back seasons, they went all the way to their franchise's first Stanley Cup Final just one year later.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Ex-Colts GM Ryan Grigson joins Browns' staff as top adviser
CLEVELAND (AP) — Former Colts general manager Ryan Grigson was hired Friday as a senior adviser for the Cleveland Browns, reuniting with general manager Andrew Berry.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
QB Daniels heading to Georgia after leaving Southern Cal
ATLANTA (AP) — Georgia has picked up another high-profile transfer quarterback, landing former Southern California starter JT Daniels.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Punching through turmoil: Pro boxer helps medical staff cope
PARIS (AP) — Hassan N’Dam, former middleweight boxing champion of the world, wanted to repay the French hospital that cared for his father-in-law through his bout with COVID-19.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Browns stay interested in Clowney while building solid line
CLEVELAND (AP) — Myles Garrett on one end. Jadeveon Clowney on the other.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Cardinals' Peterson to those who doubt him: "Wait and see"
Patrick Peterson is about six weeks shy of his 30th birthday. Judging by a modest decline over the past few seasons, it's easy to believe his best playing days are behind him.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
NFL, EA agree to extension of Madden video game franchise
The Madden franchise will continue to be a part of the gaming universe for at least the next six years.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Colts hoping for lucrative payoff from betting big on Rivers
INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — Frank Reich jumped right into research mode when he knew Philip Rivers would hit free agency.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Former Braves C Biff Pocoroba dies at 66; All-Star in 1978
ATLANTA (AP) — Former Atlanta catcher Biff Pocoroba, who played in the 1978 All-Star Game and was a backup on the Braves team that won an improbable NL West title in 1982, has died at age 66.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Romania joining European soccer's race to complete season
GENEVA (AP) — In the Europe-wide race to finish this soccer season before the next one starts, Romania’s league aims to beat a UEFA target for completion by resuming in two weeks.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Panthers agree to terms with free agent CB Eli Apple
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) — The Panthers have agreed to terms with free agent cornerback Eli Apple.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Sharks have plenty of time to stew over down season
The San Jose Sharks will have plenty of time to stew over the franchise’s worst season in 17 years.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Testing at core of NWSL's tournament plan
As the National Women’s Soccer League prepares to become one of the first North American leagues to return amid the coronavirus pandemic, testing and tracing are at the core of its plans.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
LA Kings hope late-season surge indicates brighter future
LOS ANGELES (AP) — The Los Angeles Kings were the NHL's hottest team before the coronavirus pandemic ended the regular season prematurely. They're hoping they can eventually build on that success whenever they get back on the ice.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
USC's Daniels heading to Georgia to compete for QB job
ATLANTA (AP) — Georgia has picked up another high-profile transfer to compete for its starting quarterback job, landing former Southern California starter JT Daniels.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Georgia's Smart: Players will be safer working out on campus
ATLANTA (AP) — As he prepares to welcome his players back to campus, Georgia coach Kirby Smart insisted Thursday that they'll be safer working out under the school's supervision than on their own.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
AP Exclusive: Athletes wary about virus, testing upon return
Chris Thompson is an NFL running back. He also is the father of a 4-month-old daughter, Kali. Guess which of those facts matters more to him when he ponders eventually returning to work amid a pandemic.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
At least 10 MLB teams pledge more stipends to minor leaguers
NEW YORK (AP) — At least 10 major league franchises have informed minor leaguers they will continue to provide allowances after the May 31 expiration of Major League Baseball’s policy guarantying those players $400 per week.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Wilson, Rapinoe, Bird to host remote ESPYS feting heroism
LOS ANGELES (AP) — It’s a way different kind of year, and so The ESPYs will be, too. For the first time, the show will feature three hosts in remote settings and a changed focus. Instead of honoring the past year's top athletes and moments in sports, the show is …
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
US: Transgender sports inclusion violates others' rights
HARTFORD, Conn. (AP) — Connecticut's policy allowing transgender girls to compete as girls in high school sports violates the civil rights of athletes who have always identified as female, the U.S. Education Department has determined in a decision that could force the state to change course to keep federal funding …
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Chris Dufresne, heralded college football writer, dies at 62
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Chris Dufresne, an award-winning former sports writer for the Los Angeles Times, has died. He was 62.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Pac-12: Voluntary workouts can resume on campus on June 15
The Pac-12 Conference will allow voluntary workouts on campus for all sports beginning June 15, subject to the decision of each individual school and where allowed by local and state guidelines, the conference announced Tuesday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Title IX major factor for colleges looking at sports cuts
Financially challenged schools considering cutting sports in the wake of the coronavirus pandemic are making difficult decisions of who gets to keep playing and who doesn't.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Colts hoping for lucrative payoff from betting big on Rivers
INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — Frank Reich jumped right into research mode when he knew Philip Rivers would hit free agency.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
At least 10 MLB teams pledge more stipends to minor leaguers
NEW YORK (AP) — At least 10 major league franchises have informed minor leaguers they will continue to provide allowances after the May 31 expiration of Major League Baseball’s policy guarantying those players $400 per week.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Testing at core of NWSL's tournament plan
As the National Women’s Soccer League prepares to become one of the first North American leagues to return amid the coronavirus pandemic, testing and tracing are at the core of its plans.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
USC's Daniels heading to Georgia to compete for QB job
ATLANTA (AP) — Georgia has picked up another high-profile transfer to compete for its starting quarterback job, landing former Southern California starter JT Daniels.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Panthers agree to terms with free agent CB Eli Apple
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) — The Panthers have agreed to terms with free agent cornerback Eli Apple.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Sharks have plenty of time to stew over down season
The San Jose Sharks will have plenty of time to stew over the franchise’s worst season in 17 years.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
At least 9 MLB teams pledge more stipends to minor leaguers
NEW YORK (AP) — At least nine major league franchises have informed minor leaguers they will continue to provide allowances after the May 31 expiration of Major League Baseball’s policy guarantying those players $400 per week.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Cardinals' Peterson to those who doubt him: "Wait and see"
Patrick Peterson is about six weeks shy of his 30th birthday. Judging by a modest decline over the past few seasons, it's easy to believe his best playing days are behind him.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Georgia's Smart: Players will be safer working out on campus
ATLANTA (AP) — As he prepares to welcome his players back to campus, Georgia coach Kirby Smart insisted Thursday that they'll be safer working out under the school's supervision than on their own.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
NFL, EA agree to extension of Madden video game franchise
The Madden franchise will continue to be a part of the gaming universe for at least the next six years.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
At least 8 MLB teams pledge more stipends to minor leaguers
NEW YORK (AP) — At least eight major league franchises have informed minor leaguers they will continue to provide allowances after the May 31 expiration of Major League Baseball’s policy guarantying those players $400 per week.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Boston Marathon canceled for 1st time in 124-year history
BOSTON (AP) — Organizers canceled the Boston Marathon on Thursday for the first time in its history, bowing to the social distancing requirements of the coronavirus outbreak and ending a 124-year run that had persisted through two World Wars, a volcanic eruption and even another pandemic.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
LA Kings hope late-season surge indicates brighter future
LOS ANGELES (AP) — The Los Angeles Kings were the NHL's hottest team before the coronavirus pandemic ended the regular season prematurely. They're hoping they can eventually build on that success whenever they get back on the ice.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Browns stay interested in Clowney while building solid line
CLEVELAND (AP) — Myles Garrett on one end. Jadeveon Clowney on the other.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
US: Transgender sports inclusion violates others' rights
HARTFORD, Conn. (AP) — Connecticut's policy allowing transgender girls to compete as girls in high school sports violates the civil rights of athletes who have always identified as female, the U.S. Education Department has determined in a decision that could force the state to change course to keep federal funding …
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Romania joining European soccer's race to complete season
GENEVA (AP) — In the Europe-wide race to finish this soccer season before the next one starts, Romania’s league aims to beat a UEFA target for completion by resuming in two weeks.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
AP Exclusive: Athletes wary about virus, testing upon return
Chris Thompson is an NFL running back. He also is the father of a 4-month-old daughter, Kali. Guess which of those facts matters more to him when he ponders eventually returning to work amid a pandemic.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Connecticut transgender policy found to violate Title IX
HARTFORD, Conn. (AP) — A Connecticut policy that allows transgender athletes to compete in girls sports violates the civil rights of female athletes, the U.S. Education Department's Office for Civil Rights has ruled.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Tokyo Olympics just beginning the race to reset themselves
TOKYO (AP) — Just two months after the unprecedented Olympic postponement, organizing committee CEO Toshiro Muto was asked Thursday about progress toward next year's rescheduled Tokyo Games.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
AP Source: Pistons starting search for general manager
DETROIT (AP) — The Detroit Pistons are beginning a search for a candidate who could became the team’s general manager, according to a person with knowledge of the situation.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Bayern beats Dortmund, closes in on 8th straight Bundesliga
BERLIN (AP) — Joshua Kimmich's long-range lob put Bayern Munich on the verge of another Bundesliga title.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Sporting goods industry hit or miss during pandemic
GILBERT, Ariz. (AP) — Brian Morris faced a difficult scenario when the coronavirus pandemic started leading to shutdowns across the nation.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Former Braves C Biff Pocoroba dies at 66; All-Star in 1978
ATLANTA (AP) — Former Atlanta catcher Biff Pocoroba, who played in the 1978 All-Star Game and was a backup on the Braves team that won an improbable NL West title in 1982, has died at age 66.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
LAFC will seek new name for Banc of California Stadium
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Los Angeles FC will seek a new name for its 2-year-old Banc of California Stadium after the Major League Soccer club and the bank restructured their partnership.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Packers' Jones says his contract status won't distract him
Packers running back Aaron Jones says he wants to remain in Green Bay for his entire career and that he won’t let speculation about his future distract him as he enters the final season of his contract.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Patriots' McCourty feeling good after offseason surgery
BOSTON (AP) — Patriots cornerback Jason McCourty has experienced lots of change during his 11-year NFL career.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
NJ Devils season comes to end as NHL plots playoff plan
The New Jersey Devils' season came to an end on Tuesday after the NHL abandoned the rest of the regular season and announced plans to head straight into the playoffs with 24 teams.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Quieter Mayfield knows Year 3 vital for him after rough '19
Baker Mayfield went back to his roots during this strange offseason, a time he's used to reflect and forget a season that didn't go well for the Browns' brash quarterback.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
'Bayern Road Runner' Alphonso Davies shines against Dortmund
BERLIN (AP) — The way Alphonso Davies was running up and down the left flank for Bayern Munich on Tuesday had his teammates comparing him to a cartoon character.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Spanish government contemplates return of fans for 2020-21
MADRID (AP) — Spain’s top sports government official says fans may be back in soccer stadiums beginning next season.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Wilson, Rapinoe, Bird to host remote ESPYS feting heroism
LOS ANGELES (AP) — It’s a way different kind of year, and so The ESPYs will be, too. For the first time, the show will feature three hosts in remote settings and a changed focus. Instead of honoring the past year's top athletes and moments in sports, the show is …
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Sharks look for rebound following rough 2019-20 season
The San Jose Sharks had started planning for next season long before the news became official Tuesday that they would be one of the seven teams left home if the NHL resumes its season.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Virtual 7th-inning stretch brings ballpark feeling home
BOSTON (AP) — It’s 3 o’clock, about the time they'd be getting ready for the seventh-inning stretch at an afternoon Red Sox game. Josh Kantor settles onto the bench of the Yamaha Electone organ in his living room and clicks on his wife's iPhone to begin another show.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Hertha Berlin scores late to hold Leipzig 2-2 in Bundesliga
BERLIN (AP) — Leipzig missed the chance to move second in the Bundesliga after visiting Hertha Berlin scored a late equalizer in a 2-2 draw on Wednesday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Chris Dufresne, heralded college football writer, dies at 62
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Chris Dufresne, an award-winning former sports writer for the Los Angeles Times, has died. He was 62.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Pac-12: Voluntary workouts can resume on campus on June 15
The Pac-12 Conference will allow voluntary workouts on campus for all sports beginning June 15, subject to the decision of each individual school and where allowed by local and state guidelines, the conference announced Tuesday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
A's to place scouts on furlough, end minor league pay
The Oakland Athletics are placing their scouts and a significant number of other front office employees on furlough, suspending pay for minor leaguers and cutting the salaries of other executives as part of a cost-cutting move in response to the COVID-19 pandemic.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Jalen Ramsey won't skip Rams camp; deal 'will get handled'
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Jalen Ramsey says he will definitely report to training camp with the Los Angeles Rams for the final year of his rookie contract.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Brown says learning must be accelerated on Seahawks O-line
RENTON, Wash. (AP) — Whenever the Seattle Seahawks finally get together in person, Duane Brown will see plenty of unfamiliar faces on the offensive line.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Title IX major factor for colleges looking at sports cuts
Financially challenged schools considering cutting sports in the wake of the coronavirus pandemic are making difficult decisions of who gets to keep playing and who doesn't.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Brown says learning must be accelerated on Seahawks O-line
RENTON, Wash. (AP) — Whenever the Seattle Seahawks finally get together in person, Duane Brown will see plenty of unfamiliar faces on the offensive line.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Quieter Mayfield knows Year 3 vital for him after rough '19
Baker Mayfield went back to his roots during this strange offseason, a time he's used to reflect and forget a season that didn't go well for the Browns' brash quarterback.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Patriots' McCourty feeling good after offseason surgery
BOSTON (AP) — Patriots cornerback Jason McCourty has experienced lots of change during his 11-year NFL career.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Former Braves C Biff Pocoroba dies at 66; All-Star in 1978
ATLANTA (AP) — Former Atlanta catcher Biff Pocoroba, who played in the 1978 All-Star Game and was a backup on the Braves team that won an improbable NL West title in 1982, has died at age 66.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Title IX major factor for colleges looking at sports cuts
Financially challenged schools considering cutting sports in the wake of the coronavirus pandemic are making difficult decisions of who gets to keep playing and who doesn't.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Packers' Jones says his contract status won't distract him
Packers running back Aaron Jones says he wants to remain in Green Bay for his entire career and that he won’t let speculation about his future distract him as he enters the final season of his contract.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Hertha Berlin scores late to hold Leipzig 2-2 in Bundesliga
BERLIN (AP) — Leipzig missed the chance to move second in the Bundesliga after visiting Hertha Berlin scored a late equalizer in a 2-2 draw on Wednesday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Sporting goods industry hit or miss during pandemic
GILBERT, Ariz. (AP) — Brian Morris faced a difficult scenario when the coronavirus pandemic started leading to shutdowns across the nation.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Spanish government contemplates return of fans for 2020-21
MADRID (AP) — Spain’s top sports government official says fans may be back in soccer stadiums beginning next season.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
AP Source: Pistons starting search for general manager
DETROIT (AP) — The Detroit Pistons are beginning a search for a candidate who could became the team’s general manager, according to a person with knowledge of the situation.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Bayern beats Dortmund, closes in on 8th straight Bundesliga
BERLIN (AP) — Joshua Kimmich's long-range lob put Bayern Munich on the verge of another Bundesliga title.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Spanish clubs allowed to train with groups of up 14 players
MADRID (AP) — Spanish league clubs are allowed to train with groups of up to 14 players as the league stays on track to restart in less than three weeks.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Dolphins owner: There definitely will be an NFL season
MIAMI (AP) — Miami Dolphins owner Stephen Ross says he's confident the NFL will play in 2020, with or without spectators.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
LAFC will seek new name for Banc of California Stadium
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Los Angeles FC will seek a new name for its 2-year-old Banc of California Stadium after the Major League Soccer club and the bank restructured their partnership.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Fitzpatrick: modified schedule could benefit Steelers
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Minkah Fitzpatrick is missing the somewhat leisurely pace of the NFL's organized team activities, when free time in the evenings allows teammates to develop the chemistry the Steelers safety considers critical to success.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
No fans and no protesters as Leipzig beats Mainz 5-0
BERLIN (AP) — Leipzig seemed to enjoy playing in an empty stadium with no protesters as it routed host Mainz 5-0 to move third in the Bundesliga on Sunday. Germany forward Timo Werner scored a hat trick.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
NJ Devils season comes to end as NHL plots playoff plan
The New Jersey Devils' season came to an end on Tuesday after the NHL abandoned the rest of the regular season and announced plans to head straight into the playoffs with 24 teams.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Youth sports coalition seeks federal aid due to COVID-19
CHICAGO (AP) — It started when a handful of organizations got together to discuss the effect of the COVID-19 shutdown on youth sports.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Virus crisis a challenge for youth fitness nonprofits
CHICAGO (AP) — Mariana Ochoa worries about the effect of the COVID-19 crisis on her three boys. Their school is closed. She can't take them to their favorite park at the moment. There is no backyard at their home on the southwest side of Chicago.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Now 47, Colón still hoping to pitch again in major leagues
NEW YORK (AP) — Bartolo Colón refuses to entertain the idea of retirement.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
'Bayern Road Runner' Alphonso Davies shines against Dortmund
BERLIN (AP) — The way Alphonso Davies was running up and down the left flank for Bayern Munich on Tuesday had his teammates comparing him to a cartoon character.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Spanish league wants to resume with Seville derby on June 11
MADRID (AP) — The president of the Spanish soccer league said Sunday the competition could restart as early as June 11 with the Seville derby between Sevilla and Real Betis.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
What Would Have Been: Zack against Mets and Motor City golf
The Major League Baseball season would be about one-third of the way through its 162-game schedule if not for the coronavirus pandemic, and the NBA and NHL would have been closer to crowning their champions. While NASCAR is running live races without spectators, The Associated Press looks at some of …
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Lyon boss asks PM to reconsider early end of French season
Lyon president Jean-Michel Aulas is asking French authorities to backpedal on their decision to end the football season prematurely amid the coronavirus pandemic.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Healthy George Karl starts podcast, may someday coach again
DENVER (AP) — Truth: George Karl hasn’t felt this healthy in 15, maybe even 20 years. He’s playing plenty of golf, bike riding and finding time for yoga.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Wilson, Rapinoe, Bird to host remote ESPYS feting heroism
LOS ANGELES (AP) — It’s a way different kind of year, and so The ESPYs will be, too. For the first time, the show will feature three hosts in remote settings and a changed focus. Instead of honoring the past year's top athletes and moments in sports, the show is …
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Sharks look for rebound following rough 2019-20 season
The San Jose Sharks had started planning for next season long before the news became official Tuesday that they would be one of the seven teams left home if the NHL resumes its season.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Virtual 7th-inning stretch brings ballpark feeling home
BOSTON (AP) — It’s 3 o’clock, about the time they'd be getting ready for the seventh-inning stretch at an afternoon Red Sox game. Josh Kantor settles onto the bench of the Yamaha Electone organ in his living room and clicks on his wife's iPhone to begin another show.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Chris Dufresne, heralded college football writer, dies at 62
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Chris Dufresne, an award-winning former sports writer for the Los Angeles Times, has died. He was 62.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Pac-12: Voluntary workouts can resume on campus on June 15
The Pac-12 Conference will allow voluntary workouts on campus for all sports beginning June 15, subject to the decision of each individual school and where allowed by local and state guidelines, the conference announced Tuesday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Wizards' John Wall says he's '110%' and 'itching' to return
WASHINGTON (AP) — Washington Wizards point guard John Wall declared himself fully recovered after two operations that sidelined him for the past 1½ years and said he is “itching” to get back on the court next season.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
A's to place scouts on furlough, end minor league pay
The Oakland Athletics are placing their scouts and a significant number of other front office employees on furlough, suspending pay for minor leaguers and cutting the salaries of other executives as part of a cost-cutting move in response to the COVID-19 pandemic.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Jalen Ramsey won't skip Rams camp; deal 'will get handled'
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Jalen Ramsey says he will definitely report to training camp with the Los Angeles Rams for the final year of his rookie contract.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
NJ Devils season comes to end as NHL plots playoff plan
The New Jersey Devils' season came to an end on Tuesday after the NHL abandoned the rest of the regular season and announced plans to head straight into the playoffs with 24 teams.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
A's to place scouts on furlough, end minor league pay
The Oakland Athletics are placing their scouts and a significant number of other front office employees on furlough, suspending pay for minor leaguers and cutting the salaries of other executives as part of a cost-cutting move in response to the COVID-19 pandemic.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Sharks look for rebound following rough 2019-20 season
The San Jose Sharks had started planning for next season long before the news became official Tuesday that they would be one of the seven teams left home if the NHL resumes its season.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Devils season comes to end as NHL resumes with 24 teams
The New Jersey Devils' season came to an end on Tuesday after the NHL abandoned the rest of the regular season and announced plans to head straight into the playoffs with 24 teams.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
AP source: A's to place scouts on furlough; Dodgers cut pay
The Oakland Athletics are placing their scouts and selected other front office employees on furlough and cutting the salaries of other executives as part of a cost-cutting move in response to the COVID-19 pandemic.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
LAFC will seek new name for Banc of California Stadium
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Los Angeles FC will seek a new name for its 2-year-old Banc of California Stadium after the Major League Soccer club and the bank restructured their partnership.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Pac-12: Voluntary workouts can resume on campus on June 15
The Pac-12 Conference will allow voluntary workouts on campus for all sports beginning June 15, subject to the decision of each individual school and where allowed by local and state guidelines, the conference announced Tuesday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Jalen Ramsey won't skip Rams camp; deal 'will get handled'
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Jalen Ramsey says he will definitely report to training camp with the Los Angeles Rams for the final year of his rookie contract.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
AP Source: Pistons starting search for general manager
DETROIT (AP) — The Detroit Pistons are beginning a search for a candidate who could became the team’s general manager, according to a person with knowledge of the situation.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
'Bayern Road Runner' Alphonso Davies shines against Dortmund
BERLIN (AP) — The way Alphonso Davies was running up and down the left flank for Bayern Munich on Tuesday had his teammates comparing him to a cartoon character.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Chris Dufresne, heralded college football writer, dies at 62
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Chris Dufresne, an award-winning former sports writer for the Los Angeles Times, has died. He was 62.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Fitzpatrick: modified schedule could benefit Steelers
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Minkah Fitzpatrick is missing the somewhat leisurely pace of the NFL's organized team activities, when free time in the evenings allows teammates to develop the chemistry the Steelers safety considers critical to success.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Wizards' John Wall says he's '110%' and 'itching' to return
WASHINGTON (AP) — Washington Wizards point guard John Wall declared himself fully recovered after two operations that sidelined him for the past 1½ years and said he is “itching” to get back on the court next season.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Bayern beats Dortmund, closes in on 8th straight Bundesliga
BERLIN (AP) — Joshua Kimmich's long-range lob put Bayern Munich on the verge of another Bundesliga title.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Dolphins owner: There definitely will be an NFL season
MIAMI (AP) — Miami Dolphins owner Stephen Ross says he's confident the NFL will play in 2020, with or without spectators.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Wilson, Rapinoe, Bird to host remote ESPYS feting heroism
LOS ANGELES (AP) — It’s a way different kind of year, and so The ESPYs will be, too. For the first time, the show will feature three hosts in remote settings and a changed focus. Instead of honoring the past year's top athletes and moments in sports, the show is …
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Wilson, Rapinoe, Bird to host different and remote ESPYS
LOS ANGELES (AP) — It’s a way different kind of year, and so The ESPYs will be, too. For the first time, the show will feature three hosts in remote settings and a changed focus. Instead of honoring the past year's top athletes and moments in sports, the show is …
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Virtual 7th-inning stretch brings ballpark feeling home
BOSTON (AP) — It’s 3 o’clock, about the time they'd be getting ready for the seventh-inning stretch at an afternoon Red Sox game. Josh Kantor settles onto the bench of the Yamaha Electone organ in his living room and clicks on his wife's iPhone to begin another show.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Spanish clubs allowed to train with groups of up 14 players
MADRID (AP) — Spanish league clubs are allowed to train with groups of up to 14 players as the league stays on track to restart in less than three weeks.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Eddie Sutton, Hall of Fame basketball coach, dies at 84
Eddie Sutton waited so long to be inducted into the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame. He couldn't hang on long enough to make it to the ceremony.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Player celebrates with hug for driver he says saved his life
DÜSSELDORF, Germany (AP) — Soccer players in Germany aren't allowed to celebrate with hugs during games in the pandemic. Dimitrij Nazarov made an exception for the man he believes saved his life.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Bayern, Dortmund warm up for quietest ever Bundesliga duel
BERLIN (AP) — Bayern Munich and Borussia Dortmund warmed up for what is sure to be their quietest ever Bundesliga clash by winning their respective games on Saturday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
As Native Americans fight virus, basketball takes a timeout
PHOENIX (AP) — Basketball is woven into the fabric of Native American life.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
No fans and no protesters as Leipzig beats Mainz 5-0
BERLIN (AP) — Leipzig seemed to enjoy playing in an empty stadium with no protesters as it routed host Mainz 5-0 to move third in the Bundesliga on Sunday. Germany forward Timo Werner scored a hat trick.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Youth sports coalition seeks federal aid due to COVID-19
CHICAGO (AP) — It started when a handful of organizations got together to discuss the effect of the COVID-19 shutdown on youth sports.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Virus crisis a challenge for youth fitness nonprofits
CHICAGO (AP) — Mariana Ochoa worries about the effect of the COVID-19 crisis on her three boys. Their school is closed. She can't take them to their favorite park at the moment. There is no backyard at their home on the southwest side of Chicago.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Now 47, Colón still hoping to pitch again in major leagues
NEW YORK (AP) — Bartolo Colón refuses to entertain the idea of retirement.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Spanish league wants to resume with Seville derby on June 11
MADRID (AP) — The president of the Spanish soccer league said Sunday the competition could restart as early as June 11 with the Seville derby between Sevilla and Real Betis.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
What Would Have Been: Zack against Mets and Motor City golf
The Major League Baseball season would be about one-third of the way through its 162-game schedule if not for the coronavirus pandemic, and the NBA and NHL would have been closer to crowning their champions. While NASCAR is running live races without spectators, The Associated Press looks at some of …
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Lyon boss asks PM to reconsider early end of French season
Lyon president Jean-Michel Aulas is asking French authorities to backpedal on their decision to end the football season prematurely amid the coronavirus pandemic.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Healthy George Karl starts podcast, may someday coach again
DENVER (AP) — Truth: George Karl hasn’t felt this healthy in 15, maybe even 20 years. He’s playing plenty of golf, bike riding and finding time for yoga.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Spanish clubs allowed to train with groups of up 14 players
MADRID (AP) — Spanish league clubs are allowed to train with groups of up to 14 players as the league stays on track to restart in less than three weeks.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Running on empty? Charity events wary in time of COVID-19
It wasn't exactly the finish line Ali Riecke had in mind.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Charitable runs, walks learn to adapt to crowd limits
PITTSBURGH (AP) — The coronavirus pandemic has forced charities or nonprofit groups to cancel or postpone an untold number of walks and runs that raise money for everything from Alzheimer's to Parkinson's.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Lyon boss asks PM to reconsider early end of French season
Lyon president Jean-Michel Aulas is asking French authorities to backpedal on their decision to end the football season prematurely amid the coronavirus pandemic.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Americans finding ways to stay active while keeping distance
Vicki L. Friedman always wanted to play golf with her adult sons but until this spring couldn’t find time to learn the game and practice.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Eddie Sutton, Hall of Fame basketball coach, dies at 84
Eddie Sutton waited so long to be inducted into the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame. He couldn't hang on long enough to make it to the ceremony.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Player celebrates with hug for driver he says saved his life
DÜSSELDORF, Germany (AP) — Soccer players in Germany aren't allowed to celebrate with hugs during games in the pandemic. Dimitrij Nazarov made an exception for the man he believes saved his life.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Bayern, Dortmund warm up for quietest ever Bundesliga duel
BERLIN (AP) — Bayern Munich and Borussia Dortmund warmed up for what is sure to be their quietest ever Bundesliga clash by winning their respective games on Saturday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
As Native Americans fight virus, basketball takes a timeout
PHOENIX (AP) — Basketball is woven into the fabric of Native American life.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
No fans and no protesters as Leipzig beats Mainz 5-0
BERLIN (AP) — Leipzig seemed to enjoy playing in an empty stadium with no protesters as it routed host Mainz 5-0 to move third in the Bundesliga on Sunday. Germany forward Timo Werner scored a hat trick.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Youth sports coalition seeks federal aid due to COVID-19
CHICAGO (AP) — It started when a handful of organizations got together to discuss the effect of the COVID-19 shutdown on youth sports.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Virus crisis a challenge for youth fitness nonprofits
CHICAGO (AP) — Mariana Ochoa worries about the effect of the COVID-19 crisis on her three boys. Their school is closed. She can't take them to their favorite park at the moment. There is no backyard at their home on the southwest side of Chicago.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Now 47, Colón still hoping to pitch again in major leagues
NEW YORK (AP) — Bartolo Colón refuses to entertain the idea of retirement.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Spanish league wants to resume with Seville derby on June 11
MADRID (AP) — The president of the Spanish soccer league said Sunday the competition could restart as early as June 11 with the Seville derby between Sevilla and Real Betis.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
What Would Have Been: Zack against Mets and Motor City golf
The Major League Baseball season would be about one-third of the way through its 162-game schedule if not for the coronavirus pandemic, and the NBA and NHL would have been closer to crowning their champions. While NASCAR is running live races without spectators, The Associated Press looks at some of …
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Healthy George Karl starts podcast, may someday coach again
DENVER (AP) — Truth: George Karl hasn’t felt this healthy in 15, maybe even 20 years. He’s playing plenty of golf, bike riding and finding time for yoga.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Now 47, Colón still hoping to pitch again in major leagues
NEW YORK (AP) — Bartolo Colón refuses to entertain the idea of retirement.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Healthy George Karl starts podcast, may someday coach again
DENVER (AP) — Truth: George Karl hasn’t felt this healthy in 15, maybe even 20 years. He’s playing plenty of golf, bike riding and finding time for yoga.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
What Would Have Been: Zack against Mets and Motor City golf
The Major League Baseball season would be about one-third of the way through its 162-game schedule if not for the coronavirus pandemic, and the NBA and NHL would have been closer to crowning their champions. While NASCAR is running live races without spectators, The Associated Press looks at some of …
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Spanish league wants to resume with Seville derby on June 11
MADRID (AP) — The president of the Spanish soccer league said Sunday the competition could restart as early as June 11 with the Seville derby between Sevilla and Real Betis.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
No fans and no protesters as Leipzig beats Mainz 5-0
BERLIN (AP) — Leipzig seemed to enjoy playing in an empty stadium with no protesters as it routed host Mainz 5-0 to move third in the Bundesliga on Sunday. Germany forward Timo Werner scored a hat trick.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Youth sports coalition seeks federal aid due to COVID-19
CHICAGO (AP) — It started when a handful of organizations got together to discuss the effect of the COVID-19 shutdown on youth sports.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Virus crisis a challenge for youth fitness nonprofits
CHICAGO (AP) — Mariana Ochoa worries about the effect of the COVID-19 crisis on her three boys. Their school is closed. She can't take them to their favorite park at the moment. There is no backyard at their home on the southwest side of Chicago.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Eddie Sutton, Hall of Fame basketball coach, dies at 84
Eddie Sutton waited so long to be inducted into the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame. He couldn't hang on long enough to make it to the ceremony.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Player celebrates with hug for driver he says saved his life
DÜSSELDORF, Germany (AP) — Soccer players in Germany aren't allowed to celebrate with hugs during games in the pandemic. Dimitrij Nazarov made an exception for the man he believes saved his life.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Bayern, Dortmund warm up for quietest ever Bundesliga duel
BERLIN (AP) — Bayern Munich and Borussia Dortmund warmed up for what is sure to be their quietest ever Bundesliga clash by winning their respective games on Saturday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
As Native Americans fight virus, basketball takes a timeout
PHOENIX (AP) — Basketball is woven into the fabric of Native American life.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Eddie Sutton, Hall of Fame basketball coach, dies at 84
Eddie Sutton waited so long to be inducted into the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame. He couldn't hang on long enough to make it to the ceremony.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Bayern, Dortmund warm up for quietest ever Bundesliga duel
BERLIN (AP) — Bayern Munich and Borussia Dortmund warmed up for what is sure to be their quietest ever Bundesliga clash by winning their respective games on Saturday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Player celebrates with hug for driver he says saved his life
DÜSSELDORF, Germany (AP) — Soccer players in Germany aren't allowed to celebrate with hugs during games in the pandemic. Dimitrij Nazarov made an exception for the man he believes saved his life.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
As Native Americans fight virus, basketball takes a timeout
PHOENIX (AP) — Basketball is woven into the fabric of Native American life.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
No fans, but Dortmund keeps Bundesliga title challenge alive
BERLIN (AP) — Borussia Dortmund is keeping its Bundesliga title challenge alive despite playing with no spectators and amid strict hygiene measures against the coronavirus.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
ESPN to show film about Game 6 of 1998 NBA Finals
The final episodes of “The Last Dance” have aired, yet ESPN has one more program to show about the Chicago Bulls' sixth championship.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
ESPN to show film about Game 6 of 1998 NBA Finals
The final episodes of “The Last Dance” have aired, yet ESPN has one more program to show about the Chicago Bulls' sixth championship.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
ESPN to show film about Game 6 of 1998 NBA Finals
The final episodes of “The Last Dance” have aired, yet ESPN has one more program to show about the Chicago Bulls' sixth championship.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
ESPN to show film about Game 6 of 1998 NBA Finals
The final episodes of “The Last Dance” have aired, yet ESPN has one more program to show about the Chicago Bulls' sixth championship.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
ESPN to show film about Game 6 of 1998 NBA Finals
The final episodes of “The Last Dance” have aired, yet ESPN has one more program to show about the Chicago Bulls' sixth championship.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Rams unveil new uniforms with classic colors, modern twists
LOS ANGELES (AP) — The Los Angeles Rams unveiled new uniforms Wednesday, putting a modern aesthetic on their classic horned helmets and traditional color scheme ahead of their move into SoFi Stadium this year.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Red Sox reporter turns auctioneer, raises $57K for charity
BOSTON (AP) — As a Boston Red Sox beat writer, Chris Cotillo found himself with a lot of spare time after the baseball season was suspended, and a nagging desire to help those affected by the coronavirus pandemic.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Dorsett hoping decision to move to Seahawks will pay off
RENTON, Wash. (AP) — Phillip Dorsett has never set foot in Seattle or anywhere in the Pacific Northwest. Not as a player in either of his previous NFL stops. Not in college. Not even for a random trip.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
AP Source: Coyotes president Cohen no longer with team
GLENDALE, Ariz. (AP) — Arizona Coyotes president and CEO Ahron Cohen is no longer with the organization, a person familiar with the move told The Associated Press.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
In strange offseason, Falcons' Quinn embraces the challenge
ATLANTA (AP) — In an offseason that's anything but normal, Atlanta Falcons coach Dan Quinn hasn’t lost his eternal optimism.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Giants offense under Garrett will look a lot like Cowboys
Daniel Jones had better start watching videotape of the Dallas Cowboys' offense.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Pandemic could change landscape of minor league sports
As North America’s pro
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Cavs' Nance grateful for chance to practice during pandemic
CLEVELAND (AP) — There's been a massive void in Larry Nance Jr.'s life that no amount of watching Korean soccer games, practicing yoga, riding a stationary bike or playing video games can ever replace.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Virus sparks debate on whether more prospects will stay home
Concerns about the new coronavirus are preventing football prospects from visiting campuses this spring and keeping college coaches from traveling to evaluate them.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Jones: Cardinals defense 'loaded' after draft, free agency
Chandler Jones was a one-man wrecking crew for the Cardinals last season, finishing with a career-high 19 sacks and leading the NFL with eight forced fumbles.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Sweden not planning to test soccer players for virus
Swedish soccer players and coaches will not be required to take a test for COVID-19 before training sessions or matches as part of the country’s proposed return-to-play protocol during the pandemic.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Clemson's 2018 title team recognized for academic feat
INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — Clemson's most recent national championship football team also met the mark in the classroom.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Rams unveil new uniforms with classic colors, modern twists
LOS ANGELES (AP) — The Los Angeles Rams unveiled new uniforms Wednesday, putting a modern aesthetic on their classic horned helmets and traditional color scheme ahead of their move into SoFi Stadium this year.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Sean Gleeson looking to bring uptempo offense to Rutgers
New coordinator Sean Gleeson has a clear idea what Rutgers' offense is going to be when the Scarlet Knights get back on the football field after the pandemic-related restrictions are lifted.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Pac-12 has discussed all-conference football regular season
LOS ANGELES (AP) — The Pac-12 has discussed an 11-game regular season played solely against conference opponents as one possibility for keeping college football going this year amid the coronavirus pandemic.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Red Sox reporter turns auctioneer, raises $57K for charity
BOSTON (AP) — As a Boston Red Sox beat writer, Chris Cotillo found himself with a lot of spare time after the baseball season was suspended, and a nagging desire to help those affected by the coronavirus pandemic.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Dorsett hoping decision to move to Seahawks will pay off
RENTON, Wash. (AP) — Phillip Dorsett has never set foot in Seattle or anywhere in the Pacific Northwest. Not as a player in either of his previous NFL stops. Not in college. Not even for a random trip.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
AP Source: Coyotes president Cohen no longer with team
GLENDALE, Ariz. (AP) — Arizona Coyotes president and CEO Ahron Cohen is no longer with the organization, a person familiar with the move told The Associated Press.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
In strange offseason, Falcons' Quinn embraces the challenge
ATLANTA (AP) — In an offseason that's anything but normal, Atlanta Falcons coach Dan Quinn hasn’t lost his eternal optimism.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Longtime pass-rushing tutor Teerlinck dies at age 69
INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — John Teerlinck loved teaching the art of pass rushing. His top students considered him the best instructor in league history.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Giants offense under Garrett will look a lot like Cowboys
Daniel Jones had better start watching videotape of the Dallas Cowboys' offense.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Floyd hopes to find own path in Fowler's footsteps with Rams
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Although the blueprint drawn by Dante Fowler last season doesn't precisely fit Leonard Floyd, it's plenty close enough to thrill Floyd about the chance to turbo-charge his career with the Los Angeles Rams.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
AP source: Tagovailoa signs $30.275 million, 4-year deal
MIAMI (AP) — Now Tua Tagovailoa can pay for that Cadillac Escalade he gave his mom.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Pandemic could change landscape of minor league sports
As North America’s pro
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Cavs' Nance grateful for chance to practice during pandemic
CLEVELAND (AP) — There's been a massive void in Larry Nance Jr.'s life that no amount of watching Korean soccer games, practicing yoga, riding a stationary bike or playing video games can ever replace.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Virus sparks debate on whether more prospects will stay home
Concerns about the new coronavirus are preventing football prospects from visiting campuses this spring and keeping college coaches from traveling to evaluate them.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Jones: Cardinals defense 'loaded' after draft, free agency
Chandler Jones was a one-man wrecking crew for the Cardinals last season, finishing with a career-high 19 sacks and leading the NFL with eight forced fumbles.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Sweden not planning to test soccer players for virus
Swedish soccer players and coaches will not be required to take a test for COVID-19 before training sessions or matches as part of the country’s proposed return-to-play protocol during the pandemic.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Clemson's 2018 title team recognized for academic feat
INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — Clemson's most recent national championship football team also met the mark in the classroom.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Rams unveil new uniforms with classic colors, modern twists
LOS ANGELES (AP) — The Los Angeles Rams unveiled new uniforms Wednesday, putting a modern aesthetic on their classic horned helmets and traditional color scheme ahead of their move into SoFi Stadium this year.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Sean Gleeson looking to bring uptempo offense to Rutgers
New coordinator Sean Gleeson has a clear idea what Rutgers' offense is going to be when the Scarlet Knights get back on the football field after the pandemic-related restrictions are lifted.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Rams unveil new uniforms with classic colors, modern twists
LOS ANGELES (AP) — The Los Angeles Rams unveiled new uniforms Wednesday, putting a modern aesthetic on their classic horned helmets and traditional color scheme ahead of their move into SoFi Stadium this year.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Pac-12 has discussed all-conference football regular season
LOS ANGELES (AP) — The Pac-12 has discussed an 11-game regular season played solely against conference opponents as one possibility for keeping college football going this year amid the coronavirus pandemic.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Red Sox reporter turns auctioneer, raises $57K for charity
BOSTON (AP) — As a Boston Red Sox beat writer, Chris Cotillo found himself with a lot of spare time after the baseball season was suspended, and a nagging desire to help those affected by the coronavirus pandemic.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Dorsett hoping decision to move to Seahawks will pay off
RENTON, Wash. (AP) — Phillip Dorsett has never set foot in Seattle or anywhere in the Pacific Northwest. Not as a player in either of his previous NFL stops. Not in college. Not even for a random trip.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
AP Source: Coyotes president Cohen no longer with team
GLENDALE, Ariz. (AP) — Arizona Coyotes president and CEO Ahron Cohen is no longer with the organization, a person familiar with the move told The Associated Press.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
In strange offseason, Falcons' Quinn embraces the challenge
ATLANTA (AP) — In an offseason that's anything but normal, Atlanta Falcons coach Dan Quinn hasn’t lost his eternal optimism.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Longtime pass-rushing tutor Teerlinck dies at age 69
INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — John Teerlinck loved teaching the art of pass rushing. His top students considered him the best instructor in league history.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Giants offense under Garrett will look a lot like Cowboys
Daniel Jones had better start watching videotape of the Dallas Cowboys' offense.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Floyd hopes to find own path in Fowler's footsteps with Rams
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Although the blueprint drawn by Dante Fowler last season doesn't precisely fit Leonard Floyd, it's plenty close enough to thrill Floyd about the chance to turbo-charge his career with the Los Angeles Rams.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
AP source: Tagovailoa signs $30.275 million, 4-year deal
MIAMI (AP) — Now Tua Tagovailoa can pay for that Cadillac Escalade he gave his mom.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Pandemic could change landscape of minor league sports
As North America’s pro
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Cavs' Nance grateful for chance to practice during pandemic
CLEVELAND (AP) — There's been a massive void in Larry Nance Jr.'s life that no amount of watching Korean soccer games, practicing yoga, riding a stationary bike or playing video games can ever replace.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Virus sparks debate on whether more prospects will stay home
Concerns about the new coronavirus are preventing football prospects from visiting campuses this spring and keeping college coaches from traveling to evaluate them.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Jones: Cardinals defense 'loaded' after draft, free agency
Chandler Jones was a one-man wrecking crew for the Cardinals last season, finishing with a career-high 19 sacks and leading the NFL with eight forced fumbles.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Sweden not planning to test soccer players for virus
Swedish soccer players and coaches will not be required to take a test for COVID-19 before training sessions or matches as part of the country’s proposed return-to-play protocol during the pandemic.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Clemson's 2018 title team recognized for academic feat
INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — Clemson's most recent national championship football team also met the mark in the classroom.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Sean Gleeson looking to bring uptempo offense to Rutgers
New coordinator Sean Gleeson has a clear idea what Rutgers' offense is going to be when the Scarlet Knights get back on the football field after the pandemic-related restrictions are lifted.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Giants offense under Garrett will look a lot like Cowboys
Daniel Jones had better start watching videotape of the Dallas Cowboys' offense.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Dorsett hoping decision to move to Seahawks will pay off
RENTON, Wash. (AP) — Phillip Dorsett has never set foot in Seattle or anywhere in the Pacific Northwest. Not as a player in either of his previous NFL stops. Not in college. Not even for a random trip.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Cavs' Nance grateful for chance to practice during pandemic
CLEVELAND (AP) — There's been a massive void in Larry Nance Jr.'s life that no amount of watching Korean soccer games, practicing yoga, riding a stationary bike or playing video games can ever replace.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Jones: Cardinals defense 'loaded' after draft, free agency
Chandler Jones was a one-man wrecking crew for the Cardinals last season, finishing with a career-high 19 sacks and leading the NFL with eight forced fumbles.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Clemson's 2018 title team recognized for academic feat
INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — Clemson's most recent national championship football team also met the mark in the classroom.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Pandemic could change landscape of minor league sports
As North America’s pro
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
AP Source: Coyotes president Cohen no longer with team
GLENDALE, Ariz. (AP) — Arizona Coyotes president and CEO Ahron Cohen is no longer with the organization, a person familiar with the move told The Associated Press.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
In strange offseason, Falcons' Quinn embraces the challenge
ATLANTA (AP) — In an offseason that's anything but normal, Atlanta Falcons coach Dan Quinn hasn’t lost his eternal optimism.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Sean Gleeson looking to bring uptempo offense to Rutgers
New coordinator Sean Gleeson has a clear idea what Rutgers' offense is going to be when the Scarlet Knights get back on the football field after the pandemic-related restrictions are lifted.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Sweden not planning to test soccer players for virus
Swedish soccer players and coaches will not be required to take a test for COVID-19 before training sessions or matches as part of the country’s proposed return-to-play protocol during the pandemic.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Red Sox reporter turns auctioneer, raises $57K for charity
BOSTON (AP) — As a Boston Red Sox beat writer, Chris Cotillo found himself with a lot of spare time after the baseball season was suspended, and a nagging desire to help those affected by the coronavirus pandemic.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Tokyo Olympics closing 5 souvenir shops; downsizing another
TOKYO (AP) — Five official Olympic merchandise shops in Tokyo will close by early June with business hindered by the coronavirus pandemic and the games being postponed until next year, organizers said Tuesday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Pac-12 has discussed all-conference football regular season
LOS ANGELES (AP) — The Pac-12 has discussed an 11-game regular season played solely against conference opponents as one possibility for keeping college football going this year amid the coronavirus pandemic.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Longtime pass-rushing tutor Teerlinck dies at age 69
INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — John Teerlinck loved teaching the art of pass rushing. His top students considered him the best instructor in league history.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Floyd hopes to find own path in Fowler's footsteps with Rams
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Although the blueprint drawn by Dante Fowler last season doesn't precisely fit Leonard Floyd, it's plenty close enough to thrill Floyd about the chance to turbo-charge his career with the Los Angeles Rams.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
AP source: Tagovailoa signs $30.275 million, 4-year deal
MIAMI (AP) — Now Tua Tagovailoa can pay for that Cadillac Escalade he gave his mom.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
In some Olympic sports, training from home is almost routine
Less than a month after Nikhil Kumar qualified for the Olympics in table tennis, the Tokyo Games were postponed until 2021. Like so many other athletes, he is now trying to stay sharp and in shape.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Virus sparks debate on whether more prospects will stay home
Concerns about the new coronavirus are preventing football prospects from visiting campuses this spring and keeping college coaches from traveling to evaluate them.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
In some Olympic sports, training from home is almost routine
Less than a month after Nikhil Kumar qualified for the Olympics in table tennis, the Tokyo Games were postponed until 2021. Like so many other athletes, he is now trying to stay sharp and in shape.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Virus sparks debate on whether more prospects will stay home
Concerns about the coronavirus are preventing football prospects from visiting campuses this spring and keeping coaches from traveling to evaluate them.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
AP source: Tagovailoa signs $30.275 million, 4-year deal
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COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Floyd hopes to find own path in Fowler's footsteps with Rams
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Although the blueprint drawn by Dante Fowler last season doesn't precisely fit Leonard Floyd, it's plenty close enough to thrill Floyd about the chance to turbo-charge his career with the Los Angeles Rams.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Longtime pass-rushing tutor Teerlinck dies at age 69
INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — John Teerlinck loved teaching the art of pass rushing. His top students considered him the best instructor in league history.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Pac-12 has discussed all-conference football regular season
LOS ANGELES (AP) — The Pac-12 has discussed an 11-game regular season played solely against conference opponents as one possibility for keeping college football going this year amid the coronavirus pandemic.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO
Raging Bull delivers outside the ring as classic sports film
Jake LaMotta was a straight-ahead brawler, so determined to wreak havoc every time he entered the boxing ring that he handed the great Sugar Ray Robinson his first loss.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
FIFA probe: First banks admit money laundering role
NEW YORK (AP) — An Israeli bank and its Swiss subsidiary agreed to pay over $30 million for their role in conspiring to launder more than $20 million in kickbacks to soccer officials, becoming the first financial institutions implicated in the FIFA scandal to reach a resolution with U.S. prosecutors.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Chiefs' Duvernay-Tardif putting medical degree to work
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — Laurent Duvernay-Tardif has gone from the offensive line to the front line, using the medical degree he completed during offseasons with the Super Bowl champion Kansas City Chiefs to help patients during the COVID-19 pandemic.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Nats skipper Martinez: Banner, rings to be revealed for fans
WASHINGTON (AP) — No one knows for sure how, when and where -- or, truly, even if -- Major League Baseball will play games in 2020. Washington Nationals manager Dave Martinez feels certain of this much: His team will wait to properly mark its World Series championship with spectators in …
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Chiefs' Reid on Breeland arrest: 'We'll let it play out'
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — Kansas City Chiefs coach Andy Reid has spoken with cornerback Bashaud Breeland following his arrest in South Carolina. Reid said Friday that the organization will allow the legal process to play out before making any decisions of its own.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
MLS to allow individual workouts on team training fields
Major League Soccer is allowing players to return to outdoor team training fields for individual workouts starting Wednesday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
'Raging Bull' delivers outside ring as classic sports film
Jake LaMotta was a straight-ahead brawler, so determined to wreak havoc every time he entered the boxing ring that he handed the great Sugar Ray Robinson his first loss.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Did the Seahawks do enough to solve pass rush problems?
RENTON, Wash. (AP) — Darrell Taylor may not realize it yet but his arrival in Seattle comes with a certain level of expectations.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Uncertain Triple Crown: Kentucky Derby moved to fall date
Horse racing’s Triple Crown season has been thrust into months of uncertainty by the coronavirus pandemic. The Kentucky Derby, Preakness and Belmont face the same challenges in their own unique way. A look at some of the obstacles for the Derby:
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Thierry Henry notes positive changes in his return to MLS
There's been a shift in Major League Soccer in the relatively short time since Thierry Henry was a player.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Marc Eversley joins Bulls as GM from 76ers' front office
CHICAGO (AP) — Marc Eversley gets a chance to help restore an iconic NBA franchise and set an example for the city's youth.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Indians reliever Clase suspended 80 games for PED violation
CLEVELAND (AP) — Whenever the Cleveland Indians finally get to start their season they won't have reliever Emmanuel Clase.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
FIFA probe: First banks admit money laundering role
NEW YORK (AP) — An Israeli bank and its Swiss subsidiary agreed to pay over $30 million for their role in conspiring to launder more than $20 million in kickbacks to soccer officials, becoming the first financial institutions implicated in the FIFA scandal to reach a resolution with U.S. prosecutors.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Record-setting Navy QB Perry will get NFL shot with Dolphins
MIAMI (AP) — As Malcolm Perry started his senior year last fall, he knew the Marine Corps was in his future.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Chiefs' Duvernay-Tardif putting medical degree to work
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — Laurent Duvernay-Tardif has gone from the offensive line to the front line, using the medical degree he completed during offseasons with the Super Bowl champion Kansas City Chiefs to help patients during the COVID-19 pandemic.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Nats skipper Martinez: Banner, rings to be revealed for fans
WASHINGTON (AP) — No one knows for sure how, when and where -- or, truly, even if -- Major League Baseball will play games in 2020. Washington Nationals manager Dave Martinez feels certain of this much: His team will wait to properly mark its World Series championship with spectators in …
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Chiefs' Reid on Breeland arrest: 'We'll let it play out'
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — Kansas City Chiefs coach Andy Reid has spoken with cornerback Bashaud Breeland following his arrest in South Carolina. Reid said Friday that the organization will allow the legal process to play out before making any decisions of its own.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Robinson still excited about Rams role after Brockers stays
LOS ANGELES (AP) — A'Shawn Robinson eagerly agreed to join the Los Angeles Rams as a free agent last month, thinking he was replacing Michael Brockers as the run-stopping heart of the defensive line for a franchise with three straight winning seasons.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
MLS to allow individual workouts on team training fields
Major League Soccer is allowing players to return to outdoor team training fields for individual workouts starting Wednesday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
NCAA faces lawsuit over violence against women at colleges
The NCAA is facing a federal lawsuit accusing the organization of failing to address gender-based violence by male athletes against female students at colleges and universities.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
'Raging Bull' delivers outside ring as classic sports film
Jake LaMotta was a straight-ahead brawler, so determined to wreak havoc every time he entered the boxing ring that he handed the great Sugar Ray Robinson his first loss.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Did the Seahawks do enough to solve pass rush problems?
RENTON, Wash. (AP) — Darrell Taylor may not realize it yet but his arrival in Seattle comes with a certain level of expectations.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Uncertain Triple Crown: Kentucky Derby moved to fall date
Horse racing’s Triple Crown season has been thrust into months of uncertainty by the coronavirus pandemic. The Kentucky Derby, Preakness and Belmont face the same challenges in their own unique way. A look at some of the obstacles for the Derby:
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
ESPN names Phil Dean new "Monday Night Football" producer
ESPN has named Phil Dean as its new producer for “Monday Night Football” beginning with the upcoming season.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Thierry Henry notes positive changes in his return to MLS
There's been a shift in Major League Soccer in the relatively short time since Thierry Henry was a player.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Marc Eversley joins Bulls as GM from 76ers' front office
CHICAGO (AP) — Marc Eversley gets a chance to help restore an iconic NBA franchise and set an example for the city's youth.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Indians reliever Clase suspended 80 games for PED violation
CLEVELAND (AP) — Whenever the Cleveland Indians finally get to start their season they won't have reliever Emmanuel Clase.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Bills coach Sean McDermott buoyed by offseason upgrades
BUFFALO, N.Y. (AP) — Sean McDermott didn’t mind being put on the spot when asked whether the Buffalo Bills have a roster that’s built to win now.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
College swimmers who are lifelong friends win courage awards
HARTFORD, Conn. (AP) — Katelyn Mann and Bryana Cielo have been friends since they were 7, swimming together for the same club in Mountain Lakes, New Jersey.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
FIFA probe: First banks admit money laundering role
NEW YORK (AP) — An Israeli bank and its Swiss subsidiary agreed to pay over $30 million for their role in conspiring to launder more than $20 million in kickbacks to soccer officials, becoming the first financial institutions implicated in the FIFA scandal to reach a resolution with U.S. prosecutors.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Record-setting Navy QB Perry will get NFL shot with Dolphins
MIAMI (AP) — As Malcolm Perry started his senior year last fall, he knew the Marine Corps was in his future.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Chiefs' Duvernay-Tardif putting medical degree to work
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — Laurent Duvernay-Tardif has gone from the offensive line to the front line, using the medical degree he completed during offseasons with the Super Bowl champion Kansas City Chiefs to help patients during the COVID-19 pandemic.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Nats skipper Martinez: Banner, rings to be revealed for fans
WASHINGTON (AP) — No one knows for sure how, when and where -- or, truly, even if -- Major League Baseball will play games in 2020. Washington Nationals manager Dave Martinez feels certain of this much: His team will wait to properly mark its World Series championship with spectators in …
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Chiefs' Reid on Breeland arrest: 'We'll let it play out'
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — Kansas City Chiefs coach Andy Reid has spoken with cornerback Bashaud Breeland following his arrest in South Carolina. Reid said Friday that the organization will allow the legal process to play out before making any decisions of its own.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Robinson still excited about Rams role after Brockers stays
LOS ANGELES (AP) — A'Shawn Robinson eagerly agreed to join the Los Angeles Rams as a free agent last month, thinking he was replacing Michael Brockers as the run-stopping heart of the defensive line for a franchise with three straight winning seasons.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
MLS to allow individual workouts on team training fields
Major League Soccer is allowing players to return to outdoor team training fields for individual workouts starting Wednesday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
NCAA faces lawsuit over violence against women at colleges
The NCAA is facing a federal lawsuit accusing the organization of failing to address gender-based violence by male athletes against female students at colleges and universities.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
The Worm Turns: Electra recalls 'bad boy' Rodman's courtship
Carmen Electra’s basketball fandom wasn’t much more than wearing Jordans in high school and her awareness of Dennis Rodman was simply that the NBA bad boy had dated Madonna.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
'Raging Bull' delivers outside ring as classic sports film
Jake LaMotta was a straight-ahead brawler, so determined to wreak havoc every time he entered the boxing ring that he handed the great Sugar Ray Robinson his first loss.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Georgia's LB Tae Crowder happy to be drafted, Mr. Irrelevant
Tae Crowder is going to have to settle for being Mr. Irrelevant without the frills for now.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Did the Seahawks do enough to solve pass rush problems?
RENTON, Wash. (AP) — Darrell Taylor may not realize it yet but his arrival in Seattle comes with a certain level of expectations.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Uncertain Triple Crown: Kentucky Derby moved to fall date
Horse racing’s Triple Crown season has been thrust into months of uncertainty by the coronavirus pandemic. The Kentucky Derby, Preakness and Belmont face the same challenges in their own unique way. A look at some of the obstacles for the Derby:
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
ESPN names Phil Dean new "Monday Night Football" producer
ESPN has named Phil Dean as its new producer for “Monday Night Football” beginning with the upcoming season.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Thierry Henry notes positive changes in his return to MLS
There's been a shift in Major League Soccer in the relatively short time since Thierry Henry was a player.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Marc Eversley joins Bulls as GM from 76ers' front office
CHICAGO (AP) — Marc Eversley gets a chance to help restore an iconic NBA franchise and set an example for the city's youth.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Indians reliever Clase suspended 80 games for PED violation
CLEVELAND (AP) — Whenever the Cleveland Indians finally get to start their season they won't have reliever Emmanuel Clase.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Bills coach Sean McDermott buoyed by offseason upgrades
BUFFALO, N.Y. (AP) — Sean McDermott didn’t mind being put on the spot when asked whether the Buffalo Bills have a roster that’s built to win now.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
College swimmers who are lifelong friends win courage awards
HARTFORD, Conn. (AP) — Katelyn Mann and Bryana Cielo have been friends since they were 7, swimming together for the same club in Mountain Lakes, New Jersey.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Did the Seahawks do enough to solve pass rush problems?
RENTON, Wash. (AP) — Darrell Taylor may not realize it yet but his arrival in Seattle comes with a certain level of expectations.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Thierry Henry notes positive changes in his return to MLS
There's been a shift in Major League Soccer in the relatively short time since Thierry Henry was a player.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Indians reliever Clase suspended 80 games for PED violation
CLEVELAND (AP) — Whenever the Cleveland Indians finally get to start their season they won't have reliever Emmanuel Clase.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Nats skipper Martinez: Banner, rings to be revealed for fans
WASHINGTON (AP) — No one knows for sure how, when and where -- or, truly, even if -- Major League Baseball will play games in 2020. Washington Nationals manager Dave Martinez feels certain of this much: His team will wait to properly mark its World Series championship with spectators in …
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
'Raging Bull' delivers outside ring as classic sports film
Jake LaMotta was a straight-ahead brawler, so determined to wreak havoc every time he entered the boxing ring that he handed the great Sugar Ray Robinson his first loss.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
MLS to allow individual workouts on team training fields
Major League Soccer is allowing players to return to outdoor team training fields for individual workouts starting Wednesday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Chiefs' Duvernay-Tardif putting medical degree to work
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — Laurent Duvernay-Tardif has gone from the offensive line to the front line, using the medical degree he completed during offseasons with the Super Bowl champion Kansas City Chiefs to help patients during the COVID-19 pandemic.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Raging Bull delivers outside the ring as classic sports film
Jake LaMotta was a straight-ahead brawler, so determined to wreak havoc every time he entered the boxing ring that he handed the great Sugar Ray Robinson his first loss.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Uncertain Triple Crown: Kentucky Derby moved to fall date
Horse racing’s Triple Crown season has been thrust into months of uncertainty by the coronavirus pandemic. The Kentucky Derby, Preakness and Belmont face the same challenges in their own unique way. A look at some of the obstacles for the Derby:
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Chiefs' Reid on Breeland arrest: 'We'll let it play out'
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — Kansas City Chiefs coach Andy Reid has spoken with cornerback Bashaud Breeland following his arrest in South Carolina. Reid said Friday that the organization will allow the legal process to play out before making any decisions of its own.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Marc Eversley joins Bulls as GM from 76ers' front office
CHICAGO (AP) — Marc Eversley gets a chance to help restore an iconic NBA franchise and set an example for the city's youth.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
UFC champ Miocic welcomes octagon's return, has concerns
CLEVELAND (AP) — Heavyweight champion Stipe Miocic welcomes UFC's plans to reopen the octagon. The fighter — and firefighter — does have some concerns, though.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Record-setting Navy QB Perry will get NFL shot with Dolphins
MIAMI (AP) — As Malcolm Perry started his senior year last fall, he knew the Marine Corps was in his future.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
FIFPro lauds growth of women's game but calls for support
A report on the state of global women’s soccer lauded the growth of the game while calling for greater support for players, including better wages and industry labor standards.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
AP Source: Chargers hiring Hamilton as quarterbacks coach
COSTA MESA, Calif. (AP) — The Los Angeles Chargers are hiring Pep Hamilton as quarterbacks coach, a person familiar with the negotiations told The Associated Press.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Robinson still excited about Rams role after Brockers stays
LOS ANGELES (AP) — A'Shawn Robinson eagerly agreed to join the Los Angeles Rams as a free agent last month, thinking he was replacing Michael Brockers as the run-stopping heart of the defensive line for a franchise with three straight winning seasons.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Bundesliga forced to wait for go-ahead to resume
BERLIN (AP) — The Bundesliga will have to wait a bit longer for a chance to restart.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
NCAA faces lawsuit over violence against women at colleges
The NCAA is facing a federal lawsuit accusing the organization of failing to address gender-based violence by male athletes against female students at colleges and universities.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
The Worm Turns: Electra recalls 'bad boy' Rodman's courtship
Carmen Electra’s basketball fandom wasn’t much more than wearing Jordans in high school and her awareness of Dennis Rodman was simply that the NBA bad boy had dated Madonna.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Bengals release QB Dalton, clear way for Burrow to lead
CINCINNATI (AP) — The Bengals cleared the way for Joe Burrow to lead the team by releasing quarterback Andy Dalton, who holds several of the franchise's passing records but couldn't lead Cincinnati deep into the playoffs.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
PSG declared French league champion after season ends early
PARIS (AP) — Paris Saint-Germain’s latest French league title came without the usual celebrations and fanfare.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Joshua could fight without fans in first title defense
Anthony Joshua’s first fight as the restored world heavyweight champion could take place in front of no spectators.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Georgia's LB Tae Crowder happy to be drafted, Mr. Irrelevant
Tae Crowder is going to have to settle for being Mr. Irrelevant without the frills for now.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Hall of Famer Dawson deals with coronavirus as a mortician
MIAMI (AP) — The man consoling mourners and directing his staff at Paradise Memorial Funeral Home might look familiar if he wasn't wearing a mask.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
ESPN names Phil Dean new "Monday Night Football" producer
ESPN has named Phil Dean as its new producer for “Monday Night Football” beginning with the upcoming season.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
FIFA probe: First banks admit money laundering role
NEW YORK (AP) — An Israeli bank and its Swiss subsidiary agreed to pay over $30 million for their role in conspiring to launder more than $20 million in kickbacks to soccer officials, becoming the first financial institutions implicated in the FIFA scandal to reach a resolution with U.S. prosecutors.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
KC uses 5th-year option on Mahomes, works on long-term deal
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — The Kansas City Chiefs insist Super Bowl MVP Patrick Mahomes will play for them for the foreseeable future.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Bills coach Sean McDermott buoyed by offseason upgrades
BUFFALO, N.Y. (AP) — Sean McDermott didn’t mind being put on the spot when asked whether the Buffalo Bills have a roster that’s built to win now.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
College swimmers who are lifelong friends win courage awards
HARTFORD, Conn. (AP) — Katelyn Mann and Bryana Cielo have been friends since they were 7, swimming together for the same club in Mountain Lakes, New Jersey.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Robinson still excited about Rams role after Brockers stays
LOS ANGELES (AP) — A'Shawn Robinson eagerly agreed to join the Los Angeles Rams as a free agent last month, thinking he was replacing Michael Brockers as the run-stopping heart of the defensive line for a franchise with three straight winning seasons.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
NCAA faces lawsuit over violence against women at colleges
The NCAA is facing a federal lawsuit accusing the organization of failing to address gender-based violence by male athletes against female students at colleges and universities.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
PSG declared French league champion after season ends early
PARIS (AP) — Paris Saint-Germain’s latest French league title came without the usual celebrations and fanfare.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
AP Source: Chargers hiring Hamilton as quarterbacks coach
COSTA MESA, Calif. (AP) — The Los Angeles Chargers are hiring Pep Hamilton as quarterbacks coach, a person familiar with the negotiations told The Associated Press.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
FIFA probe: First banks admit money laundering role
NEW YORK (AP) — An Israeli bank and its Swiss subsidiary agreed to pay over $30 million for their role in conspiring to launder more than $20 million in kickbacks to soccer officials, becoming the first financial institutions implicated in the FIFA scandal to reach a resolution with U.S. prosecutors.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
UFC champ Miocic welcomes octagon's return, has concerns
CLEVELAND (AP) — Heavyweight champion Stipe Miocic welcomes UFC's plans to reopen the octagon. The fighter — and firefighter — does have some concerns, though.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Hall of Famer Dawson deals with coronavirus as a mortician
MIAMI (AP) — The man consoling mourners and directing his staff at Paradise Memorial Funeral Home might look familiar if he wasn't wearing a mask.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
ESPN names Phil Dean new "Monday Night Football" producer
ESPN has named Phil Dean as its new producer for “Monday Night Football” beginning with the upcoming season.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
KC uses 5th-year option on Mahomes, works on long-term deal
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — The Kansas City Chiefs insist Super Bowl MVP Patrick Mahomes will play for them for the foreseeable future.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Bundesliga forced to wait for go-ahead to resume
BERLIN (AP) — The Bundesliga will have to wait a bit longer for a chance to restart.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Bengals release QB Dalton, clear way for Burrow to lead
CINCINNATI (AP) — The Bengals cleared the way for Joe Burrow to lead the team by releasing quarterback Andy Dalton, who holds several of the franchise's passing records but couldn't lead Cincinnati deep into the playoffs.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
PSG declared French league champion as season ends early
PARIS (AP) — Paris Saint-Germain was declared champion of the French soccer league on Thursday after the season ended early because of the coronavirus pandemic.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
College swimmers who are lifelong friends win courage awards
HARTFORD, Conn. (AP) — Katelyn Mann and Bryana Cielo have been friends since they were 7, swimming together for the same club in Mountain Lakes, New Jersey.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Joshua could fight without fans in first title defense
Anthony Joshua’s first fight as the restored world heavyweight champion could take place in front of no spectators.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Turtle Recall: Derby dashed, turtles go in slow, steady race
Losing the Kentucky Derby has left race fans shell-shocked.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Orioles OF Mancini understands risk of COVID during chemo
BALTIMORE (AP) — Orioles outfielder Trey Mancini feels fortunate to have undergone colon cancer surgery before doctors became absorbed in treating COVID-19, and now he’s diligently and carefully working to avoid the virus while receiving chemotherapy.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Wild will seek spark anew from surging Fiala when NHL's back
Frozen by the virus shutdown but not forgotten was
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Brees, Brady give 'Quarterback South' top 2 all-time passers
ATLANTA (AP) — Dan Quinn says the NFC South has earned a new moniker.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Tech companies, like college athletes, eager to cash in
Imagine a major-college quarterback with a sizable social media following who posts entertaining and informative updates about his life on and off the field.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
AFC North has new look, though Ravens still the team to beat
Following a season in which Lamar Jackson and the Baltimore Ravens ran away with the AFC North title, the rest of the division has been working diligently to narrow the gap.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
FIFPro lauds growth of women's game but calls for support
A report on the state of global women’s soccer lauded the growth of the game while calling for greater support for players, including better wages and industry labor standards.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Baseball Hall of Fame cancels induction ceremony
Derek Jeter, Larry Walker and the rest of this year’s Baseball Hall of Fame class will have to wait another year for their big moment at Cooperstown.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Bills sign son of former Dolphins linebacker Bryan Cox
BUFFALO, N.Y. (AP) — Bryan Cox Jr. acknowledged his father enjoyed playing the villain when it came to antagonizing opponents, the Buffalo Bills in particular.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Pandemic puts additional strain on international MLS players
SEATTLE (AP) — Kelvin Leerdam has been fortunate compared to many of the other foreign players in Major League Soccer, and it was completely by accident.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Seahawks' biggest offseason makeover is on offensive line
RENTON, Wash. (AP) — When the Seattle Seahawks finally take the field again, their offensive line will look nothing like it did a year ago after the team used a flurry of free agent signings and draft picks to complete an extensive makeover.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Winston: Pursuit of Saints back-up role a sign of maturity
NEW ORLEANS (AP) — The reeducation of Jameis Winston is beginning with the New Orleans Saints.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
The Worm Turns: Electra recalls 'bad boy' Rodman's courtship
Carmen Electra’s basketball fandom wasn’t much more than wearing Jordans in high school and her awareness of Dennis Rodman was simply that the NBA bad boy had dated Madonna.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Georgia's LB Tae Crowder happy to be drafted, Mr. Irrelevant
Tae Crowder is going to have to settle for being Mr. Irrelevant without the frills for now.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Chiefs add speedsters to defense to balance blazing offense
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — The Kansas City Chiefs won their first Super Bowl in 50 years thanks in large part to their blazing speed on offense.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
AP source: Rays plan furloughs of some full-employees
ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. (AP) — The Tampa Bay Rays are the first Major League Baseball team known to plan furloughs of some full-time employees because of the coronavirus pandemic, a person familiar with the decision told The Associated Press.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Chargers TE Henry optimistic extension can be reached
COSTA MESA, Calif. (AP) — Hunter Henry has already signed his franchise tag with the Los Angeles Chargers and the tight end remains optimistic that a long-term extension can still be reached.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
RSL striker Giuseppe Rossi coping in unfamiliar surroundings
Giuseppe Rossi was hoping Major League Soccer would jumpstart his career.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Season on Ice: Flyers want to continue Stanley Cup pursuit
PHILADELPHIA (AP) — Gritty is the home school teacher the world needs right now. The furry Flyers mascot offers an education of sorts each weekday on Instagram with “
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Ex-Jaguars LB Smith charged with sexual activity with minor
Former Jacksonville Jaguars linebacker Telvin Smith was arrested Wednesday on a charge of having sexual activity with a minor.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Record-setting Navy QB Perry will get NFL shot with Dolphins
MIAMI (AP) — As Malcolm Perry started his senior year last fall, he knew the Marine Corps was in his future.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Wild will seek spark anew from surging Fiala when NHL's back
Frozen by the virus shutdown but not forgotten was
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
FIFPro lauds growth of women's game but calls for protection
A report on the state of women’s soccer globally lauded the growth of the game while also calling for greater support for players, including better wages, as well as the need for industry labor standards.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Chargers TE Henry optimistic extension can be reached
COSTA MESA, Calif. (AP) — Hunter Henry has already signed his franchise tag with the Los Angeles Chargers and the tight end remains optimistic that a long-term extension can still be reached.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Ex-Jaguars LB Smith charged with sexual activity with minor
Former Jacksonville Jaguars linebacker Telvin Smith was arrested Wednesday on a charge of having sexual activity with a minor.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Seahawks' biggest offseason makeover is on offensive line
RENTON, Wash. (AP) — When the Seattle Seahawks finally take the field again, their offensive line will look nothing like it did a year ago after the team used a flurry of free agent signings and draft picks to complete an extensive makeover.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Winston: Pursuit of Saints back-up role a sign of maturity
NEW ORLEANS (AP) — The reeducation of Jameis Winston is beginning with the New Orleans Saints.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
AP source: Rays plan furloughs of some full-employees
ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. (AP) — The Tampa Bay Rays are the first Major League Baseball team known to plan furloughs of some full-time employees because of the coronavirus pandemic, a person familiar with the decision told The Associated Press.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Baseball Hall of Fame cancels induction ceremony
Derek Jeter, Larry Walker and the rest of this year’s Baseball Hall of Fame class will have to wait another year for their big moment at Cooperstown.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Georgia's LB Tae Crowder happy to be drafted, Mr. Irrelevant
Tae Crowder is going to have to settle for being Mr. Irrelevant without the frills for now.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
RSL striker Giuseppe Rossi coping in unfamiliar surroundings
Giuseppe Rossi was hoping Major League Soccer would jumpstart his career.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Pandemic puts additional strain on international MLS players
SEATTLE (AP) — Kelvin Leerdam has been fortunate compared to many of the other foreign players in Major League Soccer, and it was completely by accident.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Orioles OF Mancini understands risk of COVID during chemo
BALTIMORE (AP) — Orioles outfielder Trey Mancini feels fortunate to have undergone colon cancer surgery before doctors became absorbed in treating COVID-19, and now he’s diligently and carefully working to avoid the virus while receiving chemotherapy.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Bills sign son of former Dolphins linebacker Bryan Cox
BUFFALO, N.Y. (AP) — Bryan Cox Jr. acknowledged his father enjoyed playing the villain when it came to antagonizing opponents, the Buffalo Bills in particular.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Record-setting Navy QB Perry will get NFL shot with Dolphins
MIAMI (AP) — As Malcolm Perry started his senior year last fall, he knew the Marine Corps was in his future.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Brees, Brady give 'Quarterback South' top 2 all-time passers
ATLANTA (AP) — Dan Quinn says the NFC South has earned a new moniker.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
The Worm Turns: Electra recalls 'bad boy' Rodman's courtship
Carmen Electra’s basketball fandom wasn’t much more than wearing Jordans in high school and her awareness of Dennis Rodman was simply that the NBA bad boy had dated Madonna.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
French government calls off French rugby and soccer leagues
PARIS (AP) — The French soccer and rugby leagues will not complete their matches this season after the government called them off as part of efforts to contain the coronavirus pandemic.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Blackhawks fire team president McDonough in surprising move
CHICAGO (AP) — The Chicago Blackhawks fired team president John McDonough on Monday, cutting ties with a key figure in the most successful decade in team history and raising questions about the direction of one of the NHL's marquee franchises.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Tech companies, like college athletes, eager to cash in
Imagine a major-college quarterback with a sizable social media following who posts entertaining and informative updates about his life on and off the field.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
AFC North has new look, though Ravens still the team to beat
Following a season in which Lamar Jackson and the Baltimore Ravens ran away with the AFC North title, the rest of the division has been working diligently to narrow the gap.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Lakers return $4.6 million from stimulus loan program
LOS ANGELES (AP) — The Los Angeles Lakers have repaid a loan of roughly $4.6 million from coronavirus business relief funds after learning the program had been depleted.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Browns exercise contract option on star DE Garrett, TE Njoku
CLEVELAND (AP) — The Browns didn't have a major decision to make on Myles Garrett's near future. Now they can begin working on keeping the star defensive end much longer.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
AP source: Browns, WR Higgins agree to 1-year contract
CLEVELAND (AP) — Rashard Higgins is getting a chance to reconnect with Baker Mayfield.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Qatari soccer, TV official gets trial date in FIFA case
GENEVA (AP) — Qatari soccer and television executive Nasser al-Khelaifi will go on trial in Switzerland in September, implicated in providing a holiday villa to a FIFA official linked to a World Cup broadcasting deal.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Chiefs to release 2-time Pro Bowl P Colquitt after 15 years
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — Dustin Colquitt walked into the Kansas City Chiefs training facility 15 years ago as a third-round pick out of Tennessee, a punter with a big leg and peerless pedigree.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
McVay's Rams begin virtual learning in unusual NFL offseason
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Los Angeles Rams coach Sean McVay is beginning this unusual NFL offseason with big plans. The millennial coach is always on the lookout for teaching innovations, and he meticulously planned out the next nine weeks by examining everything from the ideal length of virtual meetings to …
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
NFL draft averages record 8.4M viewers across 3 days
Seth Markman was just as nervous as NFL coaches and general managers about the unknown factors involved with a virtual draft. But the ESPN executive producer said he was overwhelmed with how everything came together over the three days.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Senior Bowl was added personal touch for NFL scouts
MONTGOMERY, Ala. (AP) — NFL teams didn’t know when they left the Senior Bowl in January that they wouldn’t get all that much more time with prospects before the draft.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Chiefs add speedsters to defense to balance blazing offense
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — The Kansas City Chiefs won their first Super Bowl in 50 years thanks in large part to their blazing speed on offense.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
New York Giants draft picks will give Joe Judge versatility
A little more than a week before the NFL draft, rookie New York Giants coach Joe Judge said versatility was something he wanted from his players, especially the new ones.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Devils forward Palmieri paints, hopes NHL return in picture
Kyle Palmieri has been trying to keep busy around his Long Island home, doing a lot of painting projects. Walls and ceilings, mostly.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
NFL to hold 2021 draft in Cleveland from April 29-May 1
CLEVELAND (AP) — After a successful virtual, stay-at-home experience this year, the NFL plans to hold its draft outdoors in downtown Cleveland next year from April 29 to May 1.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Senior Bowl was added personal touch for NFL scouts
MONTGOMERY, Ala. (AP) — NFL teams didn’t know when they left the Senior Bowl in January that they wouldn’t get all that much more time with prospects before the draft.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
New York Giants draft picks will give Joe Judge versatility
A little more than a week before the NFL draft, rookie New York Giants coach Joe Judge said versatility was something he wanted from his players, especially the new ones.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
AP source: Browns, WR Higgins agree to 1-year contract
CLEVELAND (AP) — Rashard Higgins is getting a chance to reconnect with Baker Mayfield.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Qatari soccer, TV official gets trial date in FIFA case
GENEVA (AP) — Qatari soccer and television executive Nasser al-Khelaifi will go on trial in Switzerland in September, implicated in providing a holiday villa to a FIFA official linked to a World Cup broadcasting deal.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
NFL to hold 2021 draft in Cleveland from April 29-May 1
CLEVELAND (AP) — After a successful virtual, stay-at-home experience this year, the NFL plans to hold its draft outdoors in downtown Cleveland next year from April 29 to May 1.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
French government calls off French rugby and soccer leagues
PARIS (AP) — The French soccer and rugby leagues will not complete their matches this season after the government called them off as part of efforts to contain the coronavirus pandemic.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Chiefs to release 2-time Pro Bowl P Colquitt after 15 years
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — Dustin Colquitt walked into the Kansas City Chiefs training facility 15 years ago as a third-round pick out of Tennessee, a punter with a big leg and peerless pedigree.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Super Bowl-champ Chiefs wrap draft with eye on repeat title
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — The Kansas City Chiefs spent five frustrating decades trying to win a second Lombardi Trophy.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Blackhawks fire team president McDonough in surprising move
CHICAGO (AP) — The Chicago Blackhawks fired team president John McDonough on Monday, cutting ties with a key figure in the most successful decade in team history and raising questions about the direction of one of the NHL's marquee franchises.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Tech companies, like college athletes, eager to cash in
Imagine a major-college quarterback with a sizable social media following who posts entertaining and informative updates about his life on and off the field.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Packers don't take any receivers in surprise draft move
The Green Bay Packers acquired Aaron Rodgers’ potential successor but didn’t give their star quarterback any new wide receivers.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
AFC North has new look, though Ravens still the team to beat
Following a season in which Lamar Jackson and the Baltimore Ravens ran away with the AFC North title, the rest of the division has been working diligently to narrow the gap.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Browns young GM sticks to NFL draft plan like "seasoned vet"
CLEVELAND (AP) — Andrew Berry’s draft debut as Browns general manager was undeniably unique and ultimately unforgettable. It’s way too early to know if it was successful.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
AP source: Bulls hiring 76ers' Eversley as general manager
CHICAGO (AP) — The Chicago Bulls have hired Philadelphia 76ers executive Marc Eversley to replace the fired Gar Forman as general manager and work under new top basketball executive Arturas Karnisovas, a person familiar with the situation said Monday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
With most spots filled, Bills shore up backup needs in draft
BUFFALO, N.Y. (AP) — Brandon Beane joked he would’ve lost a bet on whether the Buffalo Bills would fail to make a trade during the NFL draft.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
What Would Have Been: Kentucky Derby, wild-card rematches
With the national sports calendar still pretty much on hold because of the coronavirus pandemic, following a short reprieve last week thanks to an unusual NFL draft, The Associated Press looks at some of the sporting events that would have taken place the week of April 27 to May 3:
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Browns exercise contract option on star DE Garrett, TE Njoku
CLEVELAND (AP) — The Browns didn't have a major decision to make on Myles Garrett's near future. Now they can begin working on keeping the star defensive end much longer.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Bundesliga plan to restart faces increasing opposition
BERLIN (AP) — The Bundesliga’s plan to restart in May faced increased opposition Monday with a German virologist warning that players’ health remains at risk from the coronavirus.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
For Saints, fewer was better in the 2020 draft
NEW ORLEANS (AP) — Saints coach Sean Payton and general manager Mickey Loomis didn't want to invest draft choices in players who'd struggle to make a roster loaded with regulars from three straight division-winning seasons.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Texans' O'Brien uses 1st draft as GM to address many needs
Coach Bill O’Brien addressed many of the Houston Texans’ needs in his first draft as the team’s general manager, despite not having a first-round pick.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Redskins exercise 5th-year option on Allen's rookie contract
WASHINGTON (AP) — The Washington Redskins exercised the fifth-year option on defensive lineman Jonathan Allen’s rookie contract on Monday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Falcons use draft to rebuild substandard defense
ATLANTA (AP) — After back-to-back losing seasons, Atlanta Falcons general manager Thomas Dimitroff and coach Dan Quinn know they're under pressure in 2020.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Tunsil hopes more players will do contracts without agents
Laremy Tunsil became the NFL's highest-paid offensive lineman by negotiating a $66 million contract extension with the Houston Texans without the help of an agent.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
McVay's Rams begin virtual learning in unusual NFL offseason
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Los Angeles Rams coach Sean McVay is beginning this unusual NFL offseason with big plans. The millennial coach is always on the lookout for teaching innovations, and he meticulously planned out the next nine weeks by examining everything from the ideal length of virtual meetings to …
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Seattle opts for experience over projects in draft class
SEATTLE (AP) — The Seattle Seahawks were not in search of projects in this year's NFL draft. That might have to do with the changes to this offseason made necessary by the coronavirus pandemic.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Bears draft big TE, speedy WR, add to defense in draft
The Chicago Bears drafted a big tight end and a speedy receiver. They didn't ignore their defense, either.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Rinne, other NHL veterans hope for final shot at Stanley Cup
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — Goaltender Pekka Rinne scratched scoring a goal off his NHL bucket list this season. Winning the Stanley Cup?
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
NFL draft averages record 8.4M viewers across 3 days
Seth Markman was just as nervous as NFL coaches and general managers about the unknown factors involved with a virtual draft. But the ESPN executive producer said he was overwhelmed with how everything came together over the three days.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Colts find new potential weapons in draft to help Rivers
INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — The Indianapolis Colts found some new playmakers in this year's draft.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Cardinals beef up defense, add protection for Murray
The Arizona Cardinals focused on two major needs in the NFL draft: Improving a defense that was among the league's worst last season and protecting young franchise quarterback Kyler Murray.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Chiefs add speedsters to defense to balance blazing offense
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — The Kansas City Chiefs won their first Super Bowl in 50 years thanks in large part to their blazing speed on offense.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Panthers make history, use all 7 picks on defensive players
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) — The Carolina Panthers sent a clear message over the weekend: It's time to upgrade the defense.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Devils forward Palmieri paints, hopes NHL return in picture
Kyle Palmieri has been trying to keep busy around his Long Island home, doing a lot of painting projects. Walls and ceilings, mostly.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Giants help O-line in draft, all other picks on defense
After drafting Georgia offensive tackle Andrew Thomas with the fourth overall pick in the NFL draft, New York Giants general manager Dave Gettleman said he was going to fix the offensive line once and for all.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Lions addressed needs and drafted RB too talented to pass up
The
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Pats FB Develin retiring because of neck injury
BOSTON (AP) — Patriots fullback James Develin is retiring from the NFL because of complications from the neck injury that caused him to miss the final 14 games of last season.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
AP Source: Seahawks releasing veterans Britt, Fluker
RENTON, Wash. (AP) — The Seattle Seahawks are releasing Justin Britt and D.J. Fluker in a major overhaul of their offensive line that clears significant salary cap space.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Lakers return $4.6 million from stimulus loan program
LOS ANGELES (AP) — The Los Angeles Lakers have repaid a loan of roughly $4.6 million from coronavirus business relief funds after learning the program had been depleted.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Longtime NHL forward Joel Ward retires
Longtime NHL forward Joel Ward announced his retirement Monday, ending an 11-year career that started as an undrafted player.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
McVay's Rams begin virtual learning in unusual NFL offseason
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Los Angeles Rams coach Sean McVay is beginning this unusual NFL offseason with big plans. The millennial coach is always on the lookout for teaching innovations, and he meticulously planned out the next nine weeks by examining everything from the ideal length of virtual meetings to …
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Devils forward Palmieri paints, hopes NHL return in picture
Kyle Palmieri has been trying to keep busy around his Long Island home, doing a lot of painting projects. Walls and ceilings, mostly.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Blackhawks fire team president McDonough in surprising move
CHICAGO (AP) — The Chicago Blackhawks fired team president John McDonough on Monday, cutting ties with a key figure in the most successful decade in team history and raising questions about the direction of one of the NHL's marquee franchises.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Tunsil hopes more players will do contracts without agents
Laremy Tunsil became the NFL's highest-paid offensive lineman by negotiating a $66 million contract extension with the Houston Texans without the help of an agent.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Lakers return $4.6 million from stimulus loan program
LOS ANGELES (AP) — The Los Angeles Lakers have repaid a loan of roughly $4.6 million from coronavirus business relief funds after learning the program had been depleted.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Redskins exercise 5th-year option on Allen's rookie contract
WASHINGTON (AP) — The Washington Redskins exercised the fifth-year option on defensive lineman Jonathan Allen’s rookie contract on Monday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Rinne, other NHL veterans hope for final shot at Stanley Cup
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — Goaltender Pekka Rinne scratched scoring a goal off his NHL bucket list this season. Winning the Stanley Cup?
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
AFC North has new look, though Ravens still the team to beat
Following a season in which Lamar Jackson and the Baltimore Ravens ran away with the AFC North title, the rest of the division has been working diligently to narrow the gap.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Browns exercise contract option on star DE Garrett, TE Njoku
CLEVELAND (AP) — The Browns didn't have a major decision to make on Myles Garrett's near future. Now they can begin working on keeping the star defensive end much longer.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Pats FB Develin retiring because of neck injury
BOSTON (AP) — Patriots fullback James Develin is retiring from the NFL because of complications from the neck injury that caused him to miss the final 14 games of last season.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Chiefs add speedsters to defense to balance blazing offense
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — The Kansas City Chiefs won their first Super Bowl in 50 years thanks in large part to their blazing speed on offense.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
AP source: Bulls hiring 76ers' Eversley as general manager
CHICAGO (AP) — The Chicago Bulls have hired Philadelphia 76ers executive Marc Eversley to replace the fired Gar Forman as general manager and work under new top basketball executive Arturas Karnisovas, a person familiar with the situation said Monday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
AP Source: Browns exercising contract option on star Garrett
CLEVELAND (AP) — The Cleveland Browns will exercise the fifth-year contract options on star defensive end Myles Garrett and tight end David Njoku, a person familiar with the decisions told the Associated Press on Monday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Longtime NHL forward Joel Ward retires
Longtime NHL forward Joel Ward announced his retirement Monday, ending an 11-year career that started as an undrafted player.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Bundesliga plan to restart faces increasing opposition
BERLIN (AP) — The Bundesliga’s plan to restart in May faced increased opposition Monday with a German virologist warning that players’ health remains at risk from the coronavirus.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
What Would Have Been: Kentucky Derby, wild-card rematches
With the national sports calendar still pretty much on hold because of the coronavirus pandemic, following a short reprieve last week thanks to an unusual NFL draft, The Associated Press looks at some of the sporting events that would have taken place the week of April 27 to May 3:
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Tech companies, like college athletes, eager to cash in
Imagine a major-college quarterback with a sizable social media following who posts entertaining and informative updates about his life on and off the field.
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Super Bowl-champ Chiefs wrap draft with eye on repeat title
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — The Kansas City Chiefs spent five frustrating decades trying to win a second Lombardi Trophy.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Needing blockers for Tagovailoa, Dolphins draft Hunt
MIAMI (AP) — Anxious to keep Tua Tagovailoa healthy, the Miami Dolphins invested in more protection for him Friday.
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Despite wave of newcomers, Dolphins may still be a year away
MIAMI (AP) — The Miami Dolphins emerged from the NFL wilderness this week by adding 11 draft picks to their roster, including a potential franchise quarterback, and a veteran running back with a career average of 5.0 yards per carry.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Redskins add Young, trade Williams, pick successor at draft
WASHINGTON (AP) — Taking Chase Young was a no-brainer several months in the making. Trading Trent Williams was more of an ordeal that took even longer.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Pats select safety Dugger, Michigan LB Uche in busy Day 2
BOSTON (AP) — After trading out of the first round on Day 1 of the NFL draft, the Patriots went to Tobacco Road to make a little history on Day 2.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Packers don't take any receivers in surprise draft move
The Green Bay Packers acquired Aaron Rodgers’ potential successor but didn’t give their star quarterback any new wide receivers.
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Packers stay on offense, add RB A.J. Dillon, TE Deguara
The Green Bay Packers have stayed on offense throught the first two days of the NFL draft, a major change from their usual strategy.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Browns young GM sticks to NFL draft plan like "seasoned vet"
CLEVELAND (AP) — Andrew Berry’s draft debut as Browns general manager was undeniably unique and ultimately unforgettable. It’s way too early to know if it was successful.
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Saints trade up twice in third round to take Baun, Trautman
NEW ORLEANS (AP) — The New Orleans Saints traded up twice in the third round of the NFL draft on Friday night, moving up 14 spots to and take Wisconsin linebacker Zack Baun 74th overall and trading back into the third round again to select Dayton tight end Adam Trautman …
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Bills draft Iowa DE AJ Epenesa, Utah RB Zack Moss
BUFFALO, N.Y. (AP) — A.J. Epenesa might not know much about Buffalo yet, though the Iowa defensive end is sure familiar with Bills quarterback Josh Allen.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
With most spots filled, Bills shore up backup needs in draft
BUFFALO, N.Y. (AP) — Brandon Beane joked he would’ve lost a bet on whether the Buffalo Bills would fail to make a trade during the NFL draft.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
AP source: Saints, Winston in 'advanced' negotiations
NEW ORLEANS (AP) — The Saints and quarterback Jameis Winston are working on a contract proposal to make the former Buccaneers starter a backup to Drew Brees in New Orleans, a person familiar with the situation told The Associated Press.
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Bears open draft by taking TE Cole Kmet, CB Jaylon Johnson
Cole Kmet grew up in the Chicago suburbs cheering for Hall of Famer Brian Urlacher and former star tight end Greg Olsen. His dad, Frank, played on the Bears' practice squad in the early 1990s.
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Tokyo Olympics: Questions, few answers in face of pandemic
TOKYO (AP) — The Tokyo Olympics were postponed a month ago. But there are still more questions than answers about the new opening on July 23, 2021, and what form those games will take.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
For Saints, fewer was better in the 2020 draft
NEW ORLEANS (AP) — Saints coach Sean Payton and general manager Mickey Loomis didn't want to invest draft choices in players who'd struggle to make a roster loaded with regulars from three straight division-winning seasons.
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Texans' O'Brien uses 1st draft as GM to address many needs
Coach Bill O’Brien addressed many of the Houston Texans’ needs in his first draft as the team’s general manager, despite not having a first-round pick.
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Chargers won't put pressure on Herbert to start immediately
COSTA MESA, Calif. (AP) — The Los Angeles Chargers are hopeful Justin Herbert can develop into a franchise quarterback. They are planning on a patient approach.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Falcons use draft to rebuild substandard defense
ATLANTA (AP) — After back-to-back losing seasons, Atlanta Falcons general manager Thomas Dimitroff and coach Dan Quinn know they're under pressure in 2020.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Rams grab Cam Akers, Van Jefferson to replace Gurley, Cooks
LOS ANGELES (AP) — The Los Angeles Rams went right to work patching the biggest holes in their lineup when they finally got some picks in the NFL draft.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Old school: Steelers focus on seniors in draft
PITTSBURGH (AP) — The Pittsburgh Steelers love to pick younger players. A little more raw material. A little less tread on the tires. In this year's draft, not so much.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Bears draft big TE, speedy WR, add to defense in draft
The Chicago Bears drafted a big tight end and a speedy receiver. They didn't ignore their defense, either.
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Colts grab USC WR Pittman, Wisconsin RB Taylor in 2nd round
INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — The Indianapolis Colts used the first part of this offseason investing in their defense.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
NFL draft averages record 8.4M viewers across 3 days
Seth Markman was just as nervous as NFL coaches and general managers about the unknown factors involved with a virtual draft. But the ESPN executive producer said he was overwhelmed with how everything came together over the three days.
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Colts find new potential weapons in draft to help Rivers
INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — The Indianapolis Colts found some new playmakers in this year's draft.
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Rams get energy boost from LB Clay Johnston to wrap up draft
LOS ANGELES (AP) — If Clay Johnston's performance on the field is even close to his performance over the phone, the Los Angeles Rams just got a game changer in the seventh round of the NFL draft.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Cardinals beef up defense, add protection for Murray
The Arizona Cardinals focused on two major needs in the NFL draft: Improving a defense that was among the league's worst last season and protecting young franchise quarterback Kyler Murray.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Bucs confident they landed solid help for Brady in draft
TAMPA, Fla. (AP) — If the Tampa Bay Buccaneers called it right, Tom Brady was a big winner in the NFL draft.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Panthers make history, use all 7 picks on defensive players
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) — The Carolina Panthers sent a clear message over the weekend: It's time to upgrade the defense.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
The Natural: Charboneau's career played like fictional Hobbs
Joe Charboneau sees a little bit of himself in the iconic baseball film “
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Giants help O-line in draft, all other picks on defense
After drafting Georgia offensive tackle Andrew Thomas with the fourth overall pick in the NFL draft, New York Giants general manager Dave Gettleman said he was going to fix the offensive line once and for all.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Lions addressed needs and drafted RB too talented to pass up
The
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Patriots don't draft QB, but address several other needs
BOSTON (AP) — The Patriots didn’t find a replacement for Tom Brady in the draft, if that was even possible.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Seattle opts for experience over projects in draft class
SEATTLE (AP) — The Seattle Seahawks were not in search of projects in this year's NFL draft. That might have to do with the changes to this offseason made necessary by the coronavirus pandemic.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
AP Source: Seahawks releasing veterans Britt, Fluker
RENTON, Wash. (AP) — The Seattle Seahawks are releasing Justin Britt and D.J. Fluker in a major overhaul of their offensive line that clears significant salary cap space.
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Italian government sets May 18 return for soccer training
ROME (AP) — Nearly seven weeks after the last game was played, Italy’s top soccer division finally has a target date to resume practice.
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Ravens draft Buckeyes Dobbins and Harrison among 5 players
OWINGS MILLS, Md. (AP) — Looking to make the most prolific ground attack in NFL history even better, the Baltimore Ravens drafted Ohio State running back J.K. Dobbins with the 55th overall pick Friday night.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Tokyo Olympics: Questions, few answers in face of pandemic
TOKYO (AP) — The Tokyo Olympics were postponed a month ago. But there are still more questions than answers about the new opening on July 23, 2021, and what form those games will take.
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AP Source: Seahawks releasing veterans Britt, Fluker
RENTON, Wash. (AP) — The Seattle Seahawks are releasing Justin Britt and D.J. Fluker in a major overhaul of their offensive line that clears significant salary cap space.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
NFL draft averages record 8.4M viewers across 3 days
Seth Markman was just as nervous as NFL coaches and general managers about the unknown factors involved with a virtual draft. But the ESPN executive producer said he was overwhelmed with how everything came together over the three days.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Italian government sets May 18 return for soccer training
ROME (AP) — Nearly seven weeks after the last game was played, Italy’s top soccer division finally has a target date to resume practice.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
AP source: Saints, Winston in 'advanced' negotiations
NEW ORLEANS (AP) — The Saints and quarterback Jameis Winston are working on a contract proposal to make the former Buccaneers starter a backup to Drew Brees in New Orleans, a person familiar with the situation told The Associated Press.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Super Bowl-champ Chiefs wrap draft with eye on repeat title
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — The Kansas City Chiefs spent five frustrating decades trying to win a second Lombardi Trophy.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Needing blockers for Tagovailoa, Dolphins draft Hunt
MIAMI (AP) — Anxious to keep Tua Tagovailoa healthy, the Miami Dolphins invested in more protection for him Friday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Despite wave of newcomers, Dolphins may still be a year away
MIAMI (AP) — The Miami Dolphins emerged from the NFL wilderness this week by adding 11 draft picks to their roster, including a potential franchise quarterback, and a veteran running back with a career average of 5.0 yards per carry.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Redskins add Young, trade Williams, pick successor at draft
WASHINGTON (AP) — Taking Chase Young was a no-brainer several months in the making. Trading Trent Williams was more of an ordeal that took even longer.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Pats select safety Dugger, Michigan LB Uche in busy Day 2
BOSTON (AP) — After trading out of the first round on Day 1 of the NFL draft, the Patriots went to Tobacco Road to make a little history on Day 2.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Packers don't take any receivers in surprise draft move
The Green Bay Packers acquired Aaron Rodgers’ potential successor but didn’t give their star quarterback any new wide receivers.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Packers stay on offense, add RB A.J. Dillon, TE Deguara
The Green Bay Packers have stayed on offense throught the first two days of the NFL draft, a major change from their usual strategy.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Two-win Bengals break with past, seek fresh start in draft
CINCINNATI (AP) — The Bengals promoted Zac Taylor's hiring as a “New Dey” in franchise history, but his first season was as bad as it's been — a 2-14 record and team-record 11 straight losses. Year Two will bring something new.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Browns young GM sticks to NFL draft plan like "seasoned vet"
CLEVELAND (AP) — Andrew Berry’s draft debut as Browns general manager was undeniably unique and ultimately unforgettable. It’s way too early to know if it was successful.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Saints trade up twice in third round to take Baun, Trautman
NEW ORLEANS (AP) — The New Orleans Saints traded up twice in the third round of the NFL draft on Friday night, moving up 14 spots to and take Wisconsin linebacker Zack Baun 74th overall and trading back into the third round again to select Dayton tight end Adam Trautman …
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Bills draft Iowa DE AJ Epenesa, Utah RB Zack Moss
BUFFALO, N.Y. (AP) — A.J. Epenesa might not know much about Buffalo yet, though the Iowa defensive end is sure familiar with Bills quarterback Josh Allen.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
With most spots filled, Bills shore up backup needs in draft
BUFFALO, N.Y. (AP) — Brandon Beane joked he would’ve lost a bet on whether the Buffalo Bills would fail to make a trade during the NFL draft.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Jaguars draft Colorado WR Shenault, NT Hamilton on Day 2
Colorado receiver Laviska Shenault compares himself to NFL stars Larry Fitzgerald, Julio Jones and Jarvis Landry.
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Chiefs gamble on LB Willie Gay in second round, add T Niang
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — The Kansas City Chiefs spent the past few weeks conducting plenty of virtual chats with Willie Gay Jr. and those around him, drilling into a series of incidents that caused the Mississippi State linebacker to play just five games last season and enter the NFL …
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
New Pats kicker says tattoo doesn't represent militia group
BOSTON (AP) — New Patriots kicker Justin Rohrwasser says a tattoo on his arm is not representative of a loosely organized right-wing militia group that has adopted the symbol.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Bears open draft by taking TE Cole Kmet, CB Jaylon Johnson
Cole Kmet grew up in the Chicago suburbs cheering for Hall of Famer Brian Urlacher and former star tight end Greg Olsen. His dad, Frank, played on the Bears' practice squad in the early 1990s.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
For Saints, fewer was better in the 2020 draft
NEW ORLEANS (AP) — Saints coach Sean Payton and general manager Mickey Loomis didn't want to invest draft choices in players who'd struggle to make a roster loaded with regulars from three straight division-winning seasons.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Texans' O'Brien uses 1st draft as GM to address many needs
Coach Bill O’Brien addressed many of the Houston Texans’ needs in his first draft as the team’s general manager, despite not having a first-round pick.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Chargers won't put pressure on Herbert to start immediately
COSTA MESA, Calif. (AP) — The Los Angeles Chargers are hopeful Justin Herbert can develop into a franchise quarterback. They are planning on a patient approach.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Falcons use draft to rebuild substandard defense
ATLANTA (AP) — After back-to-back losing seasons, Atlanta Falcons general manager Thomas Dimitroff and coach Dan Quinn know they're under pressure in 2020.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Rams grab Cam Akers, Van Jefferson to replace Gurley, Cooks
LOS ANGELES (AP) — The Los Angeles Rams went right to work patching the biggest holes in their lineup when they finally got some picks in the NFL draft.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Old school: Steelers focus on seniors in draft
PITTSBURGH (AP) — The Pittsburgh Steelers love to pick younger players. A little more raw material. A little less tread on the tires. In this year's draft, not so much.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Bears draft big TE, speedy WR, add to defense in draft
The Chicago Bears drafted a big tight end and a speedy receiver. They didn't ignore their defense, either.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Colts grab USC WR Pittman, Wisconsin RB Taylor in 2nd round
INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — The Indianapolis Colts used the first part of this offseason investing in their defense.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Colts find new potential weapons in draft to help Rivers
INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — The Indianapolis Colts found some new playmakers in this year's draft.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Prospects ready for closeup on NFL draft night from home
Yetur Gross-Matos would have liked to have been in Las Vegas for the NFL draft on Thursday night, but the Penn State defensive lineman is OK with participating from home.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Rams get energy boost from LB Clay Johnston to wrap up draft
LOS ANGELES (AP) — If Clay Johnston's performance on the field is even close to his performance over the phone, the Los Angeles Rams just got a game changer in the seventh round of the NFL draft.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Cardinals beef up defense, add protection for Murray
The Arizona Cardinals focused on two major needs in the NFL draft: Improving a defense that was among the league's worst last season and protecting young franchise quarterback Kyler Murray.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Bucs confident they landed solid help for Brady in draft
TAMPA, Fla. (AP) — If the Tampa Bay Buccaneers called it right, Tom Brady was a big winner in the NFL draft.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Ravens offense moves closer to ''undefendable' through draft
OWINGS MILLS, Md. (AP) — Eric DeCosta wanted to make Baltimore’s impressive offense even better. “Undefendable,” the general manager said.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Lions take Swift in 2nd round, Okwara and Jackson in the 3rd
D’Andre Swift's favorite all-time running back is Barry Sanders, even though he was born after the Hall of Famer ended his career with the Detroit Lions.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Panthers make history, use all 7 picks on defensive players
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) — The Carolina Panthers sent a clear message over the weekend: It's time to upgrade the defense.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
The Natural: Charboneau's career played like fictional Hobbs
Joe Charboneau sees a little bit of himself in the iconic baseball film “
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Giants help O-line in draft, all other picks on defense
After drafting Georgia offensive tackle Andrew Thomas with the fourth overall pick in the NFL draft, New York Giants general manager Dave Gettleman said he was going to fix the offensive line once and for all.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Lions addressed needs and drafted RB too talented to pass up
The
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Patriots don't draft QB, but address several other needs
BOSTON (AP) — The Patriots didn’t find a replacement for Tom Brady in the draft, if that was even possible.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Seattle opts for experience over projects in draft class
SEATTLE (AP) — The Seattle Seahawks were not in search of projects in this year's NFL draft. That might have to do with the changes to this offseason made necessary by the coronavirus pandemic.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Ravens draft Buckeyes Dobbins and Harrison among 5 players
OWINGS MILLS, Md. (AP) — Looking to make the most prolific ground attack in NFL history even better, the Baltimore Ravens drafted Ohio State running back J.K. Dobbins with the 55th overall pick Friday night.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Cardinals take OT Jones in third round to protect Murray
Josh Jones expected to hear his name called in the first or second rounds of the NFL draft but after 60-plus picks he was still sitting at home with family in awkward anticipation. Finally, with the No. 72 selection, Arizona grabbed him in the third round.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Packers don't take any receivers in surprise draft move
The Green Bay Packers acquired Aaron Rodgers’ potential successor but didn’t give their star quarterback any new wide receivers.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Bears draft big TE, speedy WR, add to defense in draft
The Chicago Bears drafted a big tight end and a speedy receiver. They didn't ignore their defense, either.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
With most spots filled, Bills shore up backup needs in draft
BUFFALO, N.Y. (AP) — Brandon Beane joked he would’ve lost a bet on whether the Buffalo Bills would fail to make a trade during the NFL draft.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Rams get energy boost from LB Clay Johnston to wrap up draft
LOS ANGELES (AP) — If Clay Johnston's performance on the field is even close to his performance over the phone, the Los Angeles Rams just got a game changer in the seventh round of the NFL draft.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Bucs confident they landed solid help for Brady in draft
TAMPA, Fla. (AP) — If the Tampa Bay Buccaneers called it right, Tom Brady was a big winner in the NFL draft.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Lions addressed needs and drafted RB too talented to pass up
The
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Patriots don't draft QB, but address several other needs
BOSTON (AP) — The Patriots didn’t find a replacement for Tom Brady in the draft, if that was even possible.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Old school: Steelers focus on seniors in draft
PITTSBURGH (AP) — The Pittsburgh Steelers love to pick younger players. A little more raw material. A little less tread on the tires. In this year's draft, not so much.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Panthers make history, use all 7 picks on defensive players
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) — The Carolina Panthers sent a clear message over the weekend: It's time to upgrade the defense.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Browns young GM sticks to NFL draft plan like "seasoned vet"
CLEVELAND (AP) — Andrew Berry’s draft debut as Browns general manager was undeniably unique and ultimately unforgettable. It’s way too early to know if it was successful.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
For Saints, fewer was better in the 2020 draft
NEW ORLEANS (AP) — Saints coach Sean Payton and general manager Mickey Loomis didn't want to invest draft choices in players who'd struggle to make a roster loaded with regulars from three straight division-winning seasons.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Giants help O-line in draft, all other picks on defense
After drafting Georgia offensive tackle Andrew Thomas with the fourth overall pick in the NFL draft, New York Giants general manager Dave Gettleman said he was going to fix the offensive line once and for all.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Seattle opts for experience over projects in draft class
SEATTLE (AP) — The Seattle Seahawks were not in search of projects in this year's NFL draft. That might have to do with the changes to this offseason made necessary by the coronavirus pandemic.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Ravens offense moves closer to ''undefendable' through draft
OWINGS MILLS, Md. (AP) — Eric DeCosta wanted to make Baltimore’s impressive offense even better. “Undefendable,” the general manager said.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Falcons use draft to rebuild substandard defense
ATLANTA (AP) — After back-to-back losing seasons, Atlanta Falcons general manager Thomas Dimitroff and coach Dan Quinn know they're under pressure in 2020.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Chargers won't put pressure on Herbert to start immediately
COSTA MESA, Calif. (AP) — The Los Angeles Chargers are hopeful Justin Herbert can develop into a franchise quarterback. They are planning on a patient approach.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Despite wave of newcomers, Dolphins may still be a year away
MIAMI (AP) — The Miami Dolphins emerged from the NFL wilderness this week by adding 11 draft picks to their roster, including a potential franchise quarterback, and a veteran running back with a career average of 5.0 yards per carry.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Redskins add Young, trade Williams, pick successor at draft
WASHINGTON (AP) — Taking Chase Young was a no-brainer several months in the making. Trading Trent Williams was more of an ordeal that took even longer.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Texans' O'Brien uses 1st draft as GM to address many needs
Coach Bill O’Brien addressed many of the Houston Texans’ needs in his first draft as the team’s general manager, despite not having a first-round pick.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Colts find new potential weapons in draft to help Rivers
INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — The Indianapolis Colts found some new playmakers in this year's draft.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Cardinals beef up defense, add protection for Murray
The Arizona Cardinals focused on two major needs in the NFL draft: Improving a defense that was among the league's worst last season and protecting young franchise quarterback Kyler Murray.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Two-win Bengals break with past, seek fresh start in draft
CINCINNATI (AP) — The Bengals promoted Zac Taylor's hiring as a “New Dey” in franchise history, but his first season was as bad as it's been — a 2-14 record and team-record 11 straight losses. Year Two will bring something new.
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Super Bowl-champ Chiefs wrap draft with eye on repeat title
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — The Kansas City Chiefs spent five frustrating decades trying to win a second Lombardi Trophy.
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New Pats kicker says tattoo doesn't represent militia group
BOSTON (AP) — New Patriots kicker Justin Rohrwasser says a tattoo on his arm is not representative of a loosely organized right-wing militia group that has adopted the symbol.
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Bucs acquire more help for Tom Brady on Day 2 of NFL draft.
TAMPA, Fla. (AP) — The Tampa Bay Buccaneers continue to stockpile help for Tom Brady, including a player who's dad once intercepted the six-time Super Bowl champion.
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Needing blockers for Tagovailoa, Dolphins draft Hunt
MIAMI (AP) — Anxious to keep Tua Tagovailoa healthy, the Miami Dolphins invested in more protection for him Friday.
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U. of Michigan facing more legal action over alleged abuse
ANN ARBOR, Mich. (AP) — A legal team that says it represents more than 100 people who allege that they were abused by a deceased University of Michigan sports doctor on Friday announced the first step in filing a lawsuit against the school.
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Giants take Alabama S Xavier McKinney with 36th pick
Alabama safety Xavier McKinney didn't expect to be around in the second round of the NFL draft, and the New York Giants didn't expect it either.
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Pats select safety Dugger, Michigan LB Uche in busy Day 2
BOSTON (AP) — After trading out of the first round on Day 1 of the NFL draft, the Patriots went to Tobacco Road to make a little history on Day 2.
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Help for Ben? Steelers nab WR Chase Claypool in 2nd round
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Chase Claypool had no idea he was on the Pittsburgh Steelers' radar. Funny, the thing that struck offensive coordinator Randy Fichtner the most when he met the wide receiver at the NFL combine is how you couldn't miss him.
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Packers stay on offense, add RB A.J. Dillon, TE Deguara
The Green Bay Packers have stayed on offense throught the first two days of the NFL draft, a major change from their usual strategy.
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Saints trade up twice in third round to take Baun, Trautman
NEW ORLEANS (AP) — The New Orleans Saints traded up twice in the third round of the NFL draft on Friday night, moving up 14 spots to and take Wisconsin linebacker Zack Baun 74th overall and trading back into the third round again to select Dayton tight end Adam Trautman …
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Bills draft Iowa DE AJ Epenesa, Utah RB Zack Moss
BUFFALO, N.Y. (AP) — A.J. Epenesa might not know much about Buffalo yet, though the Iowa defensive end is sure familiar with Bills quarterback Josh Allen.
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Jaguars draft Colorado WR Shenault, NT Hamilton on Day 2
Colorado receiver Laviska Shenault compares himself to NFL stars Larry Fitzgerald, Julio Jones and Jarvis Landry.
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Chiefs gamble on LB Willie Gay in second round, add T Niang
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — The Kansas City Chiefs spent the past few weeks conducting plenty of virtual chats with Willie Gay Jr. and those around him, drilling into a series of incidents that caused the Mississippi State linebacker to play just five games last season and enter the NFL …
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Mental stress for athletes: From 'let's play' to 'stay home'
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — The flu-like illness Michael Jordan fought through to lead the Chicago Bulls to a crucial victory in the 1997 NBA Finals created instant fodder for the virtue of perseverance.
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Bears open draft by taking TE Cole Kmet, CB Jaylon Johnson
Cole Kmet grew up in the Chicago suburbs cheering for Hall of Famer Brian Urlacher and former star tight end Greg Olsen. His dad, Frank, played on the Bears' practice squad in the early 1990s.
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Texans agree to 3-year, $66M extension with LT Laremy Tunsil
The Houston Texans have signed left tackle Laremy Tunsil to a three-year, $66 million extension.
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Chargers believe moving up to take Murray was worth it
COSTA MESA, Calif. (AP) — The Los Angeles Chargers didn't have picks in the second and third rounds of the NFL draft for the first time since 1983.
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Seahawks land pass rusher in Tennessee's Darrell Taylor
SEATTLE (AP) — Before the coronavirus pandemic shut down most of the NFL's pre-draft process, the Seattle Seahawks were able to get a couple of prospects to visit the Pacific Northwest for an evaluation.
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Falcons keep focus on defense, pick Auburn's Marlon Davidson
ATLANTA (AP) — The Atlanta Falcons added help for their offensive and defensive lines on the second day of the NFL draft.
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Rams grab Cam Akers, Van Jefferson to replace Gurley, Cooks
LOS ANGELES (AP) — The Los Angeles Rams went right to work patching the biggest holes in their lineup when they finally got some picks in the NFL draft.
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Colts grab USC WR Pittman, Wisconsin RB Taylor in 2nd round
INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — The Indianapolis Colts used the first part of this offseason investing in their defense.
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Panthers get defensive in NFL draft to battle NFC South QBs
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) — The Panthers are doing everything they can to bolster their pass rush knowing they’ll be facing division foes that feature Tom Brady, Drew Brees and Matt Ryan at quarterback.
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Prospects ready for closeup on NFL draft night from home
Yetur Gross-Matos would have liked to have been in Las Vegas for the NFL draft on Thursday night, but the Penn State defensive lineman is OK with participating from home.
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Joe's target: Bengals open 2nd round by drafting Tee Higgins
CINCINNATI (AP) — No more Andy-to-A.J. in Cincinnati. Now, it's Joe-to-Tee.
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The Natural: Charboneau's career played like fictional Hobbs
Joe Charboneau sees a little bit of himself in the iconic baseball film “
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Texans pick TCU DT Ross Blacklock, Florida LB Greenard
Ross Blacklock is extremely proud of his father, Jimmy, and the impact he made playing for the Harlem Globetrotters for more than a decade before becoming their coach.
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Panthers add more defense with Gross-Matos, Chinn
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) — The Panthers are doing everything they can to bolster their pass rush in the NFL draft knowing they’ll be facing division foes featuring Tom Brady, Drew Brees and Matt Ryan at quarterback.
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Lions take Swift in 2nd round, Okwara and Jackson in the 3rd
D’Andre Swift's favorite all-time running back is Barry Sanders, even though he was born after the Hall of Famer ended his career with the Detroit Lions.
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Saints take Michigan center Ruiz with 24th pick in NFL draft
NEW ORLEANS (AP) — The New Orleans Saints again invested their top available draft pick in offensive line talent, selecting Michigan center Cesar Ruiz with the 24th overall pick in the NFL draft on Thursday night.
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Safety pinned: Browns select LSU's Delpit in second round
CLEVELAND (AP) — The Browns added a national champion — and world-class trash talker — to their secondary.
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Redskins draft Memphis playmaker Gibson with 66th pick
WASHINGTON (AP) — Ron Rivera hopes third-round pick Antonio Gibson can fill the Christian McCaffrey role with the Redskins.
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Ravens draft Buckeyes Dobbins and Harrison among 5 players
OWINGS MILLS, Md. (AP) — Looking to make the most prolific ground attack in NFL history even better, the Baltimore Ravens drafted Ohio State running back J.K. Dobbins with the 55th overall pick Friday night.
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Cardinals take OT Jones in third round to protect Murray
Josh Jones expected to hear his name called in the first or second rounds of the NFL draft but after 60-plus picks he was still sitting at home with family in awkward anticipation. Finally, with the No. 72 selection, Arizona grabbed him in the third round.
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Saints trade up twice in third round to take Baun, Trautman
NEW ORLEANS (AP) — The New Orleans Saints traded up twice in the third round of the NFL draft on Friday night, moving up 14 spots to and take Wisconsin linebacker Zack Baun 74th overall and trading back into the third round again to select Dayton tight end Adam Trautman …
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Texans agree to 3-year, $66M extension with LT Laremy Tunsil
The Houston Texans have signed left tackle Laremy Tunsil to a three-year, $66 million extension.
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Chargers believe moving up to take Murray was worth it
COSTA MESA, Calif. (AP) — The Los Angeles Chargers didn't have picks in the second and third rounds of the NFL draft for the first time since 1983.
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Chiefs gamble on LB Willie Gay in second round, add T Niang
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — The Kansas City Chiefs spent the past few weeks conducting plenty of virtual chats with Willie Gay Jr. and those around him, drilling into a series of incidents that caused the Mississippi State linebacker to play just five games last season and enter the NFL …
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Ravens draft Buckeyes Dobbins and Harrison among 5 players
OWINGS MILLS, Md. (AP) — Looking to make the most prolific ground attack in NFL history even better, the Baltimore Ravens drafted Ohio State running back J.K. Dobbins with the 55th overall pick Friday night.
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Packers stay on offense, add RB A.J. Dillon, TE Deguara
The Green Bay Packers have stayed on offense throught the first two days of the NFL draft, a major change from their usual strategy.
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Ravens draft another Buckeye, select LB Malik Harrison
OWINGS MILLS, Md. (AP) — Looking to make the most prolific ground attack in NFL history even better, the Baltimore Ravens drafted Ohio State running back J.K. Dobbins with the 55th overall pick Friday night.
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Bills draft Iowa DE AJ Epenesa, Utah RB Zack Moss
BUFFALO, N.Y. (AP) — A.J. Epenesa might not know much about Buffalo yet, though the Iowa defensive end is sure familiar with Bills quarterback Josh Allen.
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Panthers get defensive in NFL draft to battle NFC South QBs
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) — The Panthers are doing everything they can to bolster their pass rush knowing they’ll be facing division foes that feature Tom Brady, Drew Brees and Matt Ryan at quarterback.
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Texans pick TCU DT Ross Blacklock, Florida LB Greenard
Ross Blacklock is extremely proud of his father, Jimmy, and the impact he made playing for the Harlem Globetrotters for more than a decade before becoming their coach.
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Bucs acquire more help for Tom Brady on Day 2 of NFL draft.
TAMPA, Fla. (AP) — The Tampa Bay Buccaneers continue to stockpile help for Tom Brady, including a player who's dad once intercepted the six-time Super Bowl champion.
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Lions take Swift in 2nd round, Okwara and Jackson in the 3rd
D’Andre Swift's favorite all-time running back is Barry Sanders, even though he was born after the Hall of Famer ended his career with the Detroit Lions.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Cardinals take OT Jones in third round to protect Murray
Josh Jones expected to hear his name called in the first or second rounds of the NFL draft but after 60-plus picks he was still sitting at home with family in awkward anticipation. Finally, with the No. 72 selection, Arizona grabbed him in the third round.
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Packers stay on offense, add RB A.J. Dillon after QB Love
Green Bay used a second-round pick on running back A.J. Dillon, taking the Boston College workhorse with the 62nd overall selection Friday night in an unusual emphasis on offense for the Packers so early in the draft.
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Saints trade up to No. 74 overall, draft linebacker Baun
NEW ORLEANS (AP) — The New Orleans Saints traded up 14 spots in the third round and took Wisconsin linebacker Zack Baun 74th overall in the NFL draft on Friday night.
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Lions take Swift in 2nd round, Okwara in 3rd
D’Andre Swift said Barry Sanders is his all-time favorite running back, even though he was born after the Hall of Famer ended his career with the Detroit Lions.
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Jaguars draft Colorado WR Shenault, NT Hamilton on Day 2
Colorado receiver Laviska Shenault compares himself to NFL stars Larry Fitzgerald, Julio Jones and Jarvis Landry.
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Chiefs gamble on Miss St LB Gay in second round of draft
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — The Kansas City Chiefs are gambling again on a player with off-field issues, selecting Mississippi State linebacker Willie Gay Jr. in the second round of the draft Friday night to plug one of their biggest holes on defense.
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Redskins draft Memphis playmaker Gibson with 66th pick
WASHINGTON (AP) — Ron Rivera hopes third-round pick Antonio Gibson can fill the Christian McCaffrey role with the Redskins.
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Packers continue focus on offense by adding RB A.J. Dillon
Green Bay used a second-round pick on running back A.J. Dillon, taking the Boston College workhorse with the 62nd overall selection Friday night in an unusual emphasis on offense for the Packers so early in the draft.
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Rams grab Cam Akers, Van Jefferson to replace Gurley, Cooks
LOS ANGELES (AP) — The Los Angeles Rams went right to work patching the biggest holes in their lineup when they finally got some picks in the NFL draft.
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Bucs go defense in Round 2, drafting S Antoine Winfield, Jr.
TAMPA, Fla. (AP) — The Tampa Bay Buccaneers selected Minnesota safety Antoine Winfield, Jr. in the second round of the NFL draft on Friday night.
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Pats select safety Dugger, Michigan LB Uche in busy Day 2
BOSTON (AP) — After trading out of the first round on Day 1 of the NFL draft, the Patriots went to Tobacco Road to make a little history on Day 2.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Panthers add more defense with Gross-Matos, Chinn
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) — The Panthers are doing everything they can to bolster their pass rush in the NFL draft knowing they’ll be facing division foes featuring Tom Brady, Drew Brees and Matt Ryan at quarterback.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Ravens select Ohio State's Dobbins with 55th pick in draft
OWINGS MILLS, Md. (AP) — Looking to make the most prolific ground attack in NFL history even better, the Baltimore Ravens drafted Ohio State running back J.K. Dobbins with the 55th overall pick Friday night.
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Bills select Iowa DE AJ Epenesa with 54th pick in NFL draft
BUFFALO, N.Y. (AP) — The Buffalo Bills selected Iowa defensive end A.J. Epenesa with the 54th pick in the NFL draft Friday night.
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Safety pinned: Browns select LSU's Delpit in second round
CLEVELAND (AP) — The Browns added a national champion — and world-class trash talker — to their secondary.
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Falcons keep focus on defense, pick Auburn's Marlon Davidson
ATLANTA (AP) — The Atlanta Falcons added help for their offensive and defensive lines on the second day of the NFL draft.
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Seahawks land pass rusher in Tennessee's Darrell Taylor
SEATTLE (AP) — Before the coronavirus pandemic shut down most of the NFL's pre-draft process, the Seattle Seahawks were able to get a couple of prospects to visit the Pacific Northwest for an evaluation.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Patriots select Division II safety Kyle Dugger in 2nd round
BOSTON (AP) — After trading out of the first round on Day 1 of the NFL draft, the Patriots made a little history on Day 2.
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Help for Ben? Steelers nab WR Chase Claypool in 2nd round
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Chase Claypool had no idea he was on the Pittsburgh Steelers' radar. Funny, the thing that struck offensive coordinator Randy Fichtner the most when he met the wide receiver at the NFL combine is how you couldn't miss him.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Bears open draft by taking TE Cole Kmet, CB Jaylon Johnson
Cole Kmet grew up in the Chicago suburbs cheering for Hall of Famer Brian Urlacher and former star tight end Greg Olsen. His dad, Frank, played on the Bears' practice squad in the early 1990s.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Bucs go defense in Round 2, adding S Antoine Winfield, Jr.
TAMPA, Fla. (AP) — The Tampa Bay Buccaneers selected Minnesota safety Antoine Winfield, Jr. in the second round of the NFL draft on Friday night.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Texans use their first 2020 pick on TCU DT Ross Blacklock
Ross Blacklock is extremely proud of his father, Jimmy, and the impact he made playing for the Harlem Globetrotters for more than a decade before becoming their coach.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Colts grab USC WR Pittman, Wisconsin RB Taylor in 2nd round
INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — The Indianapolis Colts used the first part of this offseason investing in their defense.
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Bears draft Notre Dame TE Kmet with No. 43 pick
The Chicago Bears addressed one of their biggest weaknesses on a struggling offense by drafting Notre Dame tight end Cole Kmet with the No. 43 overall pick Friday night.
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Needing blockers for Tagovailoa, Dolphins draft Hunt
MIAMI (AP) — Anxious to keep Tua Tagovailoa healthy, the Miami Dolphins invested in more protection for him Friday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Joe's target: Bengals open 2nd round by drafting Tee Higgins
CINCINNATI (AP) — No more Andy-to-A.J. in Cincinnati. Now, it's Joe-to-Tee.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Panthers draft Penn State DE Gross-Matos in 2nd round
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) — The Panthers continued to address their defensive needs on day two of the NFL draft, selecting Yetur Gross-Matos from Penn State with the sixth pick in the second round Friday night.
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Colts grab USC WR Michael Pittman Jr. in 2nd round
INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — The Indianapolis Colts used the first part of the offseason to invest in their defense.
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Jaguars take Colorado WR Shenault in 2nd round of NFL draft
Colorado receiver Laviska Shenault compares himself to NFL stars Larry Fitzgerald, Julio Jones and Jarvis Landry.
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Lions take Georgia RB D'Andre Swift No. 35 overall in draft
D’Andre Swift said Barry Sanders is his all-time favorite running back, even though he was born after the Hall of Famer ended his career with the Detroit Lions.
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Giants take Alabama S Xavier McKinney with 36th pick
Alabama safety Xavier McKinney didn't expect to be around in the second round of the NFL draft, and the New York Giants didn't expect it either.
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Texans agree to 3-year extension with Tunsil
The Houston Texans have signed left tackle Laremy Tunsil to a three-year, $66 million extension.
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AP source: Texans agree to 3-year extension with Tunsil
The Houston Texans agreed to a three-year, $66 million contract extension with left tackle Laremy Tunsil, a person familiar with the deal told The Associated Press.
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Goff creates cap room for Rams to sign Floyd, Robinson
LOS ANGELES (AP) — The Los Angeles Rams announced the signings of linebacker Leonard Floyd and defensive tackle A'Shawn Robinson on Friday after quarterback Jared Goff restructured his contract to create salary cap room.
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Dolphins' Tagovailoa now knows where he'll play, but when?
MIAMI (AP) — Tua Tagovailoa has been dogged for months by uncertainty, upheaval and close calls, from a career-threatening injury to an encounter with a tornado.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
'Major League' a hit with mix of antics, believable action
The door to the bullpen swings open, a reliever emerges and a familiar song comes blasting through the stadium’s PA system, energizing the crowd.
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The Natural: Charboneau's career played like fictional Hobbs
Joe Charboneau sees a little bit of himself in the iconic baseball film “
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VIRUS DIARY: Kept inside for weeks, triplets emerge in Spain
MADRID (AP) — It will be only an hour. It will probably feel like a lot longer.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
U. of Michigan facing more legal action over alleged abuse
ANN ARBOR, Mich. (AP) — A legal team that says it represents more than 100 people who allege that they were abused by a deceased University of Michigan sports doctor on Friday announced the first step in filing a lawsuit against the school.
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Giants take OT Andrew Thomas with No. 4 overall pick
Andrew Thomas of Georgia came into the NFL draft believing he was the best offensive tackle available, and the New York Giants agreed with him.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Panthers choose Brown over Simmons with No. 7 overall pick
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) — The Carolina Panthers had a decision to make with the No. 7 overall pick in the NFL draft — Auburn defensive tackle Derrick Brown or Clemson linebacker Isaiah Simmons.
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Recent trades leave Texans without 1st-round pick this year
The Houston Texans went into the NFL draft without a first-round pick.
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'Best player in this draft:' Redskins pick Young 2nd overall
WASHINGTON (AP) — Chase Young finished his junior season at Ohio State believing he had done what it takes to become a top pick in the NFL draft.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Rams sit out 1st round, prepare for big Day 2 at NFL draft
LOS ANGELES (AP) — The Los Angeles Rams’ success over the past few years has been built on obtaining or keeping elite veteran talent.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Blue Jackets sign goalie Merzlikins to 2-year contract
COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) — The Columbus Blue Jackets signed goaltender Elvis Merzlikins to a two-year, $8 million contract Thursday, putting him in competition with the freshly signed Joonas Korpisalo for the starting job.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Chargers take QB Justin Herbert 6th, LB Kenneth Murray 23rd
COSTA MESA, Calif. (AP) — Tom Telesco is hoping Justin Herbert can be just as good as the last quarterback the Chargers drafted out of Oregon.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Ravens draft LSU linebacker Patrick Queen with 28th pick
OWINGS MILLS, Md. (AP) — The Baltimore Ravens got a potential starter in the middle of their defense by selecting linebacker Patrick Queen out of LSU with the 28th overall pick in the NFL draft on Thursday night.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Buccaneers draft lineman to help bolster Brady's protection
TAMPA, Fla. (AP) — The Tampa Bay Buccaneers landed more help for Tom Brady in the opening round of the NFL draft, moving to bolster the six-time Super Bowl champion quarterback's protection by selecting Iowa tackle Tristan Wirfs with the 13th pick.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Mental stress for athletes: From 'let's play' to 'stay home'
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — The flu-like illness Michael Jordan fought through to lead the Chicago Bulls to a crucial victory in the 1997 NBA Finals created instant fodder for the virtue of perseverance.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Beane dismisses buzz of Bills being AFC East front-runners
BUFFALO, N.Y. (AP) — Brandon Beane dismisses the growing buzz suggesting the Buffalo Bills are suddenly the AFC East favorites after Tom Brady left for Tampa Bay.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Colts play waiting game through 1st day of NFL draft
INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — Indianapolis Colts general manager Chris Ballard made his big moves a month ago.
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Dolphins decide to gamble on QB Tagovailoa’s durability
MIAMI (AP) — Because of Tua Tagovailoa’s ability, the Miami Dolphins were willing to gamble on his durability.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Jaguars fill holes by drafting CB Henderson, DE Chaisson
The Jacksonville Jaguars used the first round of the NFL draft to land replacements for two of their best — and most disgruntled — defenders.
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For Bears, business figures to pick up in 2nd round of draft
Bears general manager Ryan Pace said it’s up to management, scouts and coaches to “maximize the draft picks we have” and “capitalize” on the opportunities to cross more items off Chicago’s to-do list.
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Hello Joe! Bengals take Heisman winner Burrow 1st overall
CINCINNATI (AP) — Joe Burrow's next challenge is daunting: return to his home state and resurrect the woebegone Bengals. Given what he's accomplished, he's not lacking in confidence.
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Prospects ready for closeup on NFL draft night from home
Yetur Gross-Matos would have liked to have been in Las Vegas for the NFL draft on Thursday night, but the Penn State defensive lineman is OK with participating from home.
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Browns nab Bama's Wills with No. 10 pick to plug tackle hole
CLEVELAND (AP) — Jedrick Wills protected Tua Tagovailo's blind side at Alabama. He's now got Baker Mayfield's back.
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Gronk says he's healthy and fire burns to play with Brady
TAMPA, Fla. (AP) — Rob Gronkowski planted the seed for a NFL comeback when he played catch with Tom Brady two months ago.
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Ex-Michigan tight end Chuck Christian says he was abused
ANN ARBOR, Mich. (AP) — The first former University of Michigan football player to publicly say that a team doctor abused him believes he would have sought medical help sooner for what has become late-stage cancer if he hadn't been victimized in college.
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Throwback Thursday: Steelers rare first-round spectators
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Mike Tomlin doesn't need to let the post-NFL draft grades come in. The Pittsburgh Steelers coach is certain his team hit a home run in 2020 regardless of what happens over the next three day.
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Super Bowl champion Chiefs pick LSU RB Edwards-Helaire
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — The Kansas City Chiefs used the final selection in the first round of the NFL draft to add another threat to their offense.
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Falcons bolster secondary with Clemson CB Terrell at No. 16
ATLANTA (AP) — The Atlanta Falcons looked to bolster their secondary by taking Clemson cornerback A.J. Terrell with the No. 16 pick in the NFL draft Thursday night.
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Seahawks keep their pick, select Texas Tech LB Jordyn Brooks
SEATTLE (AP) — It was falling into place as Seattle Seahawks general manager John Schneider wanted. A trade was on the verge of being finalized that would land the Seahawks more selections and likely still allow them to get the player they wanted.
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Packers move up in draft to take Utah State QB Jordan Love
The Green Bay Packers traded up four spots in the first round Thursday night to select Utah State quarterback Jordan Love as a potential successor to two-time MVP Aaron Rodgers.
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Lions take Ohio St cornerback Jeff Okudah at No. 3 overall
The Detroit Lions became the first team in more than two decades to take a cornerback in the first three picks in the NFL draft.
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Saints take Michigan center Ruiz with 24th pick in NFL draft
NEW ORLEANS (AP) — The New Orleans Saints again invested their top available draft pick in offensive line talent, selecting Michigan center Cesar Ruiz with the 24th overall pick in the NFL draft on Thursday night.
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Cardinals add 'Swiss Army knife' on defense with Simmons
Clemson's Isaiah Simmons was a do-everything defender during his college days, switching seamlessly between pass rushing, inside linebacker, outside linebacker and the secondary. Now that he's in the NFL with the Arizona Cardinals, don't expect that role to change anytime soon.
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Patriots trade out of 1st round, could make 5 picks on Day 2
BOSTON (AP) — The word for the Patriots on Day 1 of the NFL draft was patience.
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Chargers take QB Justin Herbert 6th, LB Kenneth Murray 23rd
COSTA MESA, Calif. (AP) — Tom Telesco is hoping Justin Herbert can be just as good as the last quarterback the Chargers drafted out of Oregon.
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Ravens draft LSU linebacker Patrick Queen with 28th pick
OWINGS MILLS, Md. (AP) — The Baltimore Ravens got a potential starter in the middle of their defense by selecting linebacker Patrick Queen out of LSU with the 28th overall pick in the NFL draft on Thursday night.
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Super Bowl champion Chiefs pick LSU RB Edwards-Helaire
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — The Kansas City Chiefs used the final selection in the first round of the NFL draft to add another threat to their offense.
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Patriots trade out of 1st round, could make 5 picks on Day 2
BOSTON (AP) — The word for the Patriots on Day 1 of the NFL draft was patience.
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Rams sit out 1st round, prepare for big Day 2 at NFL draft
LOS ANGELES (AP) — The Los Angeles Rams’ success over the past few years has been built on obtaining or keeping elite veteran talent.
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Ravens drafts LSU linebacker Patrick Queen with 28th pick
OWINGS MILLS, Md. (AP) — The Baltimore Ravens got a potential starter in the middle of their defense by selecting linebacker Patrick Queen out of LSU with the 28th overall pick in the NFL draft on Thursday night.
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Seahawks keep their pick, select Texas Tech LB Jordyn Brooks
SEATTLE (AP) — It was falling into place as Seattle Seahawks general manager John Schneider wanted. A trade was on the verge of being finalized that would land the Seahawks more selections and likely still allow them to get the player they wanted.
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Saints take Michigan center Ruiz with 24th pick in NFL draft
NEW ORLEANS (AP) — The New Orleans Saints again invested their top available draft pick in offensive line talent, selecting Michigan center Cesar Ruiz with the 24th overall pick in the NFL draft on Thursday night.
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Packers move up in draft to take Utah State QB Jordan Love
The Green Bay Packers hope they have found a potential successor to Aaron Rodgers.
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Cardinals add 'Swiss Army knife' on defense with Simmons
Clemson's Isaiah Simmons was a do-everything defender during his college days, switching seamlessly between pass rushing, inside linebacker, outside linebacker and the secondary. Now that he's in the NFL with the Arizona Cardinals, don't expect that role to change anytime soon.
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Jaguars fill holes by drafting CB Henderson, DE Chaisson
The Jacksonville Jaguars used the first round of the NFL draft to land replacements for two of their best — and most disgruntled — defenders.
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'Best player in this draft:' Redskins pick Young 2nd overall
WASHINGTON (AP) — Chase Young finished his junior season at Ohio State believing he had done what it takes to become a top pick in the NFL draft.
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Chargers select Herbert, Murray in first round of NFL draft
COSTA MESA, Calif. (AP) — Tom Telesco is hoping Justin Herbert can be just as good as the last quarterback the Chargers drafted out of Oregon.
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Falcons bolster secondary with Clemson CB Terrell at No. 16
ATLANTA (AP) — The Atlanta Falcons moved to bolster their secondary by taking Clemson cornerback A.J. Terrell with the No. 16 pick in the NFL draft Thursday night, looking past his struggles in the national championship game.
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Panthers choose Brown over Simmons with No. 7 overall pick
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) — The Carolina Panthers had a decision to make with the No. 7 overall pick in the NFL draft — Auburn defensive tackle Derrick Brown or Clemson linebacker Isaiah Simmons.
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Buccaneers draft lineman to help bolster Brady's protection
TAMPA, Fla. (AP) — The Tampa Bay Buccaneers landed more help for Tom Brady in the opening round of the NFL draft, moving to bolster the six-time Super Bowl champion quarterback's protection by selecting Iowa tackle Tristan Wirfs with the 13th pick.
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Browns nab Bama's Wills with No. 10 pick to plug tackle hole
CLEVELAND (AP) — Jedrick Wills protected Tua Tagovailo's blind side at Alabama. He's now got Baker Mayfield's back.
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Jaguars draft speedy Florida CB Henderson with 9th pick
The Jacksonville Jaguars chose speedy Florida cornerback CJ Henderson with the ninth overall pick in the NFL draft Thursday night, expecting him to help replace departed starters Jalen Ramsey and A.J. Bouye.
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Colts play waiting game through 1st day of NFL draft
INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — Indianapolis Colts general manager Chris Ballard made his big moves a month ago.
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Lions take Ohio St cornerback Jeff Okudah at No. 3 overall
The Detroit Lions became the first team in more than two decades to take a cornerback in the first three picks in the NFL draft.
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Chargers select Oregon QB Justin Herbert with sixth pick
COSTA MESA, Calif. (AP) — The Los Angeles Chargers are hoping they have found their future franchise quarterback after selecting Oregon's Justin Herbert with the No. 6 pick of the NFL draft Thursday night.
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Panthers draft Auburn's Brown with No. 7 overall pick
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) — The Carolina Panthers have selected defensive tackle Derrick Brown from Auburn with the seventh overall pick in the NFL draft, and their hope is he bolsters a unit that was ravaged in free agency and in dire need of an upgrade.
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Cardinals help defense by adding Clemson LB Isaiah Simmons
The Arizona Cardinals have added a big piece for their defensive rebuild, grabbing Clemson linebacker Isaiah Simmons after he surprisingly fell to the No. 8 pick in the NFL draft Thursday night.
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Recent trades leave Texans without 1st-round pick this year
The Houston Texans went into the NFL draft without a first-round pick.
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Dolphins decide to gamble on QB Tagovailoa’s durability
MIAMI (AP) — Because of Tua Tagovailoa’s ability, the Miami Dolphins were willing to gamble on his durability.
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Giants take OT Andrew Thomas with No. 4 overall pick
Andrew Thomas of Georgia came into the NFL draft believing he was the best offensive tackle available, and the New York Giants agreed with him.
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Lions select Ohio State cornerback Jeff Okudah in NFL draft
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Hello Joe! Bengals take Heisman winner Burrow 1st overall
CINCINNATI (AP) — Joe Burrow's next challenge is daunting: return to his home state and resurrect the woebegone Bengals. Given what he's accomplished, he's not lacking in confidence.
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Redskins select Ohio State's Chase Young with No. 2 pick
WASHINGTON (AP) — The Redskins held onto the second overall pick Thursday night and selected Ohio State pass-rusher Chase Young.
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For Bears, business figures to pick up in 2nd round of draft
Bears general manager Ryan Pace said it’s up to management, scouts and coaches to “maximize the draft picks we have” and “capitalize” on the opportunities to cross more items off Chicago’s to-do list.
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Blue Jackets sign goalie Merzlikins to 2-year contract
COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) — The Columbus Blue Jackets signed goaltender Elvis Merzlikins to a two-year, $8 million contract Thursday, putting him in competition with the freshly signed Joonas Korpisalo for the starting job.
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Beane dismisses buzz of Bills being AFC East front-runners
BUFFALO, N.Y. (AP) — Brandon Beane dismisses the growing buzz suggesting the Buffalo Bills are suddenly the AFC East favorites after Tom Brady left for Tampa Bay.
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Throwback Thursday: Steelers rare first-round spectators
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Mike Tomlin doesn't need to let the post-NFL draft grades come in. The Pittsburgh Steelers coach is certain his team hit a home run in 2020 regardless of what happens over the next three day.
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Prospects ready for closeup on NFL draft night from home
Yetur Gross-Matos would have liked to have been in Las Vegas for the NFL draft on Thursday night, but the Penn State defensive lineman is OK with participating from home.
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AP source: Bills pick up 5th-year option on CB White
BUFFALO, N.Y. (AP) — The Buffalo Bills have picked up the fifth-year option on cornerback Tre’Davious White’s contract, a person with knowledge of the decision told The Associated Press.
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Selmon, Sapp, Brooks best of top picks in Buccaneers history
BEST FIRST-ROUND DRAFT PICK: DE Lee Roy Selmon was the first draft pick in team history, No. 1 overall in 1976 by an expansion franchise that within four seasons went from losing its first 26 games to within one victory of a Super Bowl appearance. Selmon was one of the …
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Dan Marino, Dion Jordan _ the best, worst of Dolphins drafts
BEST FIRST-ROUND DRAFT PICK: QB Dan Marino. The Dolphins and coach Don Shula were surprised when their turn came with the 27th overall pick and Marino remained on the board. He slipped because of an erratic senior season and unfounded rumors of drug use. Draft analysts ripped the Dolphins for …
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Giants DL Leonard Williams inks non-exclusive franchise deal
New York Giants defensive tackle Leonard Williams has signed his non-exclusive franchise tag.
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Saints cancel offseason program amid coronavirus concerns
NEW ORLEANS (AP) — The New Orleans Saints have canceled their offseason program because of the ongoing coronavirus pandemic and informed players they will not be required to report to club headquarters until training camp — whenever that may be.
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Mental stress for athletes: From 'let's play' to 'stay home'
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — The flu-like illness Michael Jordan fought through to lead the Chicago Bulls to a crucial victory in the 1997 NBA Finals created instant fodder for the virtue of perseverance.
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Trade reunites Gronkowski with Brady in Tampa Bay
TAMPA, Fla. (AP) — Four-time All Pro tight end Rob Gronkowski is back in the NFL, reunited with Tom Brady.
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Seahawks GM still has work ahead prepping for remote draft
SEATTLE (AP) — It’s no secret Seattle Seahawks general manager John Schneider likes to make draft-related trades.
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Spanish league wants players tested daily during training
MADRID (AP) — The Spanish league wants all players and coaches tested daily for the coronavirus when trainings resume.
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Bend it like Beckham? How about Bend it WITH Beckham
Why bend it like Beckham when you can bend it WITH Beckham?
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From Jim Brown to Johnny Football, Browns hit draft extremes
CLEVELAND (AP) — BEST FIRST-ROUND DRAFT PICK: RB Jim Brown. Period. Arguably the greatest player in NFL history was picked by the Browns with the No. 6 overall selection in 1957. Brown rushed for 12,312 yards in nine seasons, leading the league eight times. A three-time MVP, he stunned the …
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Chiefs strike gold with Mahomes after QB draft troubles
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — BEST FIRST-ROUND DRAFT PICK: Patrick Mahomes. Good luck finding a more recent “best first-round pick” than the No. 10 overall choice in 2017. After a learning season behind Alex Smith, the QB from Texas Tech led the Chiefs to the AFC title game in his …
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LT and Eli _ and lots of first-round flops in Giants drafts
BEST FIRST-ROUND DRAFT PICK: LB Lawrence Taylor. L.T. was the No. 2 overall pick in 1981 behind South Carolina RB George Rogers. In 13 seasons, he transformed the game, his position and the Giants, leading them to two Super Bowls. Taylor left as the NFL's No. 2 sacks leader.
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Glavine, Klesko share fond memories of Braves' 1995 title
ATLANTA (AP) — Tom Glavine still remembers it vividly, that challenge he made to his teammates during the clinching game of the 1995 World Series.
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Ravens' best draft pick was their first: HOF tackle Ogden
BEST FIRST-ROUND DRAFT PICK: OT Jonathan Ogden. After moving from Cleveland to Baltimore, the Ravens used the first draft pick in franchise history to take Ogden fourth overall in 1996 after giving serious consideration to Nebraska RB Lawrence Phillips. Ogden made the Pro Bowl in 11 of his 12 seasons …
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Gronk says he's healthy and fire burns to play with Brady
TAMPA, Fla. (AP) — Rob Gronkowski planted the seed for a NFL comeback when he played catch with Tom Brady two months ago.
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Tokyo Olympic CEO promises 'transparency' over cost of delay
TOKYO (AP) — The chief executive of the Tokyo Olympics promised “transparency” with the Japanese public on Thursday regarding the cost of postponing the games until next year.
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Ex-Michigan tight end Chuck Christian says he was abused
ANN ARBOR, Mich. (AP) — The first former University of Michigan football player to publicly say that a team doctor abused him believes he would have sought medical help sooner for what has become late-stage cancer if he hadn't been victimized in college.
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'Larry Legend' tops Cardinals' first-round draft picks
TEMPE, Ariz. (AP) — BEST FIRST-ROUND DRAFT PICK: WR Larry Fitzgerald (2004). The Cardinals have had several good first-rounders, including cornerback Patrick Peterson (2011) and Hall of Famers defensive back Roger Wehrli (1969), running back Ollie Matson (1952) and halfback Charley Trippi (1945). Still, it's hard to argue against Fitzgerald, …
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Swiss court dismisses Al-Khelaifi bid to recuse prosecutors
GENEVA (AP) — Qatari soccer and television executive Nasser al-Khelaifi failed in a request to have three prosecutors recused from a case against him in Switzerland that is part of a wider bribery investigation of FIFA.
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Hall of Famers Seau, Dean stand out as Chargers' top picks
BEST FIRST-ROUND DRAFT PICK: San Diego went for the hometown pick in 1990, selecting Oceanside native and Southern California linebacker Junior Seau at No. 5 overall. He ended up becoming one of the most popular players in franchise history with 12 consecutive Pro Bowl appearances, tied for fourth among defensive …
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Prospects ready for their closeup on draft night from home
Yetur Gross-Matos would have liked to have been in Las Vegas for the NFL draft on Thursday night, but the Penn State defensive lineman is OK participating from home.
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Buffalo basketball team gets probation for forged documents
BUFFALO, N.Y. (AP) — The University at Buffalo men’s basketball team has been placed on one-year probation and agreed to other NCAA sanctions after a former assistant coach was found to have forged recruiting documents.
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Celtics keep things interesting by chatting with stars
BOSTON (AP) — The Boston Celtics’ conference calls have become a star-studded affair, with Mark Wahlberg and LL Cool J talking to the team while it is waiting out the coronavirus pandemic.
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Chiefs GM poised to finally make first-round pick -- maybe
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — Brett Veach used his first two drafts as general manager of the Kansas City Chiefs to put the finishing touches on a roster that won the franchise its first Super Bowl in 50 years, all without making a single selection in the first round.
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Devils interim coach Alain Nasreddine on pause in NHL season
New Jersey Devils interim coach Alain Nasreddine is focusing on a having his team ready to play should the NHL resume games after a pause caused by coronavirus pandemic rather than whether he will have a job next season.
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4 Hall of Famers among top draft picks in Seahawks' history
RENTON, Wash. (AP) — BEST FIRST-ROUND DRAFT PICK: Three former first-round picks by Seattle already are in the Pro Football Hall of Fame, with a fourth set to be inducted later this year. With all due respect to safety Kenny Easley (No. 4 in 1981), the late Cortez Kennedy (No. …
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Cubs foursome sharing house, experiences awaiting baseball
CHICAGO (AP) — When the coronavirus pandemic stopped spring training last month, Ian Happ offered Nico Hoerner, Zack Short and Dakota Mekkes a place to stay if they wanted to remain in Arizona.
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Fearsome Foursome highlight Rams' biggest draft successes
LOS ANGELES (AP) — BEST FIRST-ROUND DRAFT PICK: DT Merlin Olsen. The No. 3 overall pick in the 1962 draft led the Fearsome Foursome and defined brute excellence on NFL defensive lines for 15 years, making 14 consecutive Pro Bowls and becoming possibly the greatest lineman of the 1960s. Olsen …
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Swiss court dismisses Al-Khelaifi bid to recuse prosecutors
GENEVA (AP) — Qatari soccer and television executive Nasser al-Khelaifi failed in a request to have three prosecutors recused from a case against him in Switzerland that is part of a wider bribery investigation of FIFA.
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Celtics keep things interesting by chatting with stars
BOSTON (AP) — The Boston Celtics’ conference calls have become a star-studded affair, with Mark Wahlberg and LL Cool J talking to the team while it is waiting out the coronavirus pandemic.
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Trade reunites Gronkowski with Brady in Tampa Bay
TAMPA, Fla. (AP) — Four-time All Pro tight end Rob Gronkowski is back in the NFL, reunited with Tom Brady.
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Selmon, Sapp, Brooks best of top picks in Buccaneers history
BEST FIRST-ROUND DRAFT PICK: DE Lee Roy Selmon was the first draft pick in team history, No. 1 overall in 1976 by an expansion franchise that within four seasons went from losing its first 26 games to within one victory of a Super Bowl appearance. Selmon was one of the …
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Baylor women sign transfer point guard for 3rd year in row
Baylor has signed a transfer point guard for the third year in a row, and this one can play multiple seasons with the Lady Bears.
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Packers' draft history includes Rodgers but also QB busts
BEST FIRST-ROUND DRAFT PICK: QB Aaron Rodgers. When the Cal star took a draft-day plunge in 2005, the Packers scooped him up with the 24th overall selection. The two-time MVP has led the Packers to one Super Bowl title and three other NFC championship game appearances. Rodgers seems a lock …
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FIFA says support of women's game will continue
Soccer’s international governing body says it will maintain funding for women’s soccer despite concerns about the impact of the coronavirus pandemic.
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Fans feeling unsafe without vaccine plays into revenue issue
With the distinct possibility of pro sports resuming in empty venues,
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Hall of Famers Roaf, Jackson, highlight Saints draft history
NEW ORLEANS (AP) — BEST FIRST-ROUND DRAFT PICK: LT Willie Roaf. Drafted eighth overall out of Louisiana Tech in 1993, he became just the second Saints player enshrined in the Pro Football Hall of Fame after linebacker Rickey Jackson. Roaf played nine seasons with the Saints, followed by four more …
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Dan Marino, Dion Jordan _ the best, worst of Dolphins drafts
BEST FIRST-ROUND DRAFT PICK: QB Dan Marino. The Dolphins and coach Don Shula were surprised when their turn came with the 27th overall pick and Marino remained on the board. He slipped because of an erratic senior season and unfounded rumors of drug use. Draft analysts ripped the Dolphins for …
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Deserted icons: Frontier Days important bonanza for Cheyenne
CHEYENNE, Wyo. (AP) — Country singer Blake Shelton still remains scheduled to appear on center stage. Same with the biggest names in the rodeo game.
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Manning, Schlichter represent extremes in Colts' drafts
BEST FIRST-ROUND DRAFT PICK: QB Peyton Manning. After selecting him with the top overall pick in 1998, the franchise made a dramatic turnaround. Manning led the Colts to their most successful decade since the 1960s and their first Super Bowl title since 1971. Not enough? Manning played a key role …
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Mental stress for athletes: From 'let's play' to 'stay home'
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — The flu-like illness Michael Jordan fought through to lead the Chicago Bulls to a crucial victory in the 1997 NBA Finals created instant fodder for the virtue of perseverance.
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Lamar Jackson's offseason includes group workout, new tattoo
OWINGS MILLS, Md. (AP) — It's been a busy offseason for reigning NFL MVP Lamar Jackson, who's thrown footballs on the practice field without regard to social distancing, added a massive chest tattoo and exchanged tweets with President Donald Trump.
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UEFA eases stance on leagues that want to end season early
GENEVA (AP) — UEFA softened its tone Tuesday toward competition organizers who want to end seasons early before completing all games — with some governments set to take those decisions out of soccer’s hands.
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Texans draft history highlighted by 2011 pick of J.J. Watt
BEST FIRST-ROUND DRAFT PICK: DE J.J. Watt. He was booed by Texans fans when he was selected with the 11th overall pick in the 2011 draft. But it didn’t take Watt long to win over the fan base and become the most beloved Texan of all time. The fearsome pass …
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Seahawks GM still has work ahead prepping for remote draft
SEATTLE (AP) — It’s no secret Seattle Seahawks general manager John Schneider likes to make draft-related trades.
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Agent: Gronkowski to have reunion with Brady in Tampa Bay
TAMPA, Fla. (AP) — Four-time All Pro tight end Rob Gronkowski has agreed to a reunion with Tom Brady.
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Curtain Calls: Hall of Famers highlight top Steelers picks
PITTSBURGH (AP) — BEST FIRST-ROUND DRAFT PICK: DT Joe Greene. Before Terry Bradshaw, Franco Harris, Lynn Swann, Troy Polamalu, Ben Roethlisberger, there was Joe Greene. The origins of a half-century of almost metronome-like success began in 1969 when first-year head coach Chuck Noll advocated for the perennial also-rans to take …
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From Jim Brown to Johnny Football, Browns hit draft extremes
CLEVELAND (AP) — BEST FIRST-ROUND DRAFT PICK: RB Jim Brown. Period. Arguably the greatest player in NFL history was picked by the Browns with the No. 6 overall selection in 1957. Brown rushed for 12,312 yards in nine seasons, leading the league eight times. A three-time MVP, he stunned the …
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Chiefs strike gold with Mahomes after QB draft troubles
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — BEST FIRST-ROUND DRAFT PICK: Patrick Mahomes. Good luck finding a more recent “best first-round pick” than the No. 10 overall choice in 2017. After a learning season behind Alex Smith, the QB from Texas Tech led the Chiefs to the AFC title game in his …
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For Bears, sweetest pick of all was Payton
BEST FIRST-ROUND DRAFT PICK: RB Walter Payton. The Bears boast a record 28 Hall of Famers, from founder George Halas to 2018 inductee Brian Urlacher. But when it comes to the draft, the sweetest pick of all has to be Payton. Taken out of Jackson State at No. 4 overall …
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Matty Ice gets nod as Falcons' greatest success on draft day
ATLANTA (AP) — BEST FIRST-ROUND DRAFT PICK: QB Matt Ryan. Hard to go with anyone other than Matty Ice, who restored some credibility for the franchise in 2008 as the No. 3 pick from Boston College on the heels of Michael Vick going to prison for dogfighting. Ryan has started …
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LT and Eli _ and lots of first-round flops in Giants drafts
BEST FIRST-ROUND DRAFT PICK: LB Lawrence Taylor. L.T. was the No. 2 overall pick in 1981 behind South Carolina RB George Rogers. In 13 seasons, he transformed the game, his position and the Giants, leading them to two Super Bowls. Taylor left as the NFL's No. 2 sacks leader.
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Chiefs, Mahomes eye record-setting deal following NFL draft
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — Leigh Steinberg’s focus this week is rightfully on the three-day NFL draft, where new clients such as Alabama quarterback Tua Tagovailoa and teammate Jerry Jeudy will learn where they will begin their professional careers.
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With no 1st-round picks, Pace looks to stock Bears in draft
Chicago general manager Ryan Pace is all wired and ready to go for the draft. He thinks the Bears are, too.
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'Larry Legend' tops Cardinals' first-round draft picks
TEMPE, Ariz. (AP) — BEST FIRST-ROUND DRAFT PICK: WR Larry Fitzgerald (2004). The Cardinals have had several good first-rounders, including cornerback Patrick Peterson (2011) and Hall of Famers defensive back Roger Wehrli (1969), running back Ollie Matson (1952) and halfback Charley Trippi (1945). Still, it's hard to argue against Fitzgerald, …
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Panthers draft history: 1st-round stars, 2nd-round busts
BEST FIRST-ROUND DRAFT PICK: LB Luke Kuechly. A tough one, as you can make strong arguments for QB Cam Newton (2011), DE Julius Peppers (2002) and even RB Christian McCaffrey (2017), although he’s only played three seasons. But Kuechly was selected to the NFL's 2010 All-Decade Team. The Panthers took …
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Hall of Famers Seau, Dean stand out as Chargers' top picks
BEST FIRST-ROUND DRAFT PICK: San Diego went for the hometown pick in 1990, selecting Oceanside native and Southern California linebacker Junior Seau at No. 5 overall. He ended up becoming one of the most popular players in franchise history with 12 consecutive Pro Bowl appearances, tied for fourth among defensive …
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A lost season? Minor league teams, players face bleak future
CHICAGO (AP) — Mike Nutter is surrounded by questions everywhere he goes these days. So the longtime president of the Fort Wayne TinCaps is planning for each scenario he can imagine, one at a time.
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Buffalo basketball team gets probation for forged documents
BUFFALO, N.Y. (AP) — The University at Buffalo men’s basketball team has been placed on one-year probation and agreed to other NCAA sanctions after a former assistant coach was found to have forged recruiting documents.
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Ravens' best draft pick was their first: HOF tackle Ogden
BEST FIRST-ROUND DRAFT PICK: OT Jonathan Ogden. After moving from Cleveland to Baltimore, the Ravens used the first draft pick in franchise history to take Ogden fourth overall in 1996 after giving serious consideration to Nebraska RB Lawrence Phillips. Ogden made the Pro Bowl in 11 of his 12 seasons …
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NFL Draft: Bengals' history from Boomer to Ickey to Akili
BEST FIRST-ROUND DRAFT PICK: LT Anthony Munoz. The third overall pick in 1980 had a Hall of Fame career anchoring the line during the Bengals' glory days. He helped them to their only Super Bowl appearances in 1981 and 1988, protecting QBs Ken Anderson and Boomer Esiason and opening holes …
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Patriots' draft history features many hits, a few misses
BEST FIRST-ROUND DRAFT PICK: DL Richard Seymour. Chosen sixth overall in 2001, Seymour is the highest selection made by Bill Belichick during his Patriots tenure. He was one of the most destructive forces on the defensive side of the ball for New England’s first three Super Bowl-winning teams in the …
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4 Hall of Famers among top draft picks in Seahawks' history
RENTON, Wash. (AP) — BEST FIRST-ROUND DRAFT PICK: Three former first-round picks by Seattle already are in the Pro Football Hall of Fame, with a fourth set to be inducted later this year. With all due respect to safety Kenny Easley (No. 4 in 1981), the late Cortez Kennedy (No. …
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Fearsome Foursome highlight Rams' biggest draft successes
LOS ANGELES (AP) — BEST FIRST-ROUND DRAFT PICK: DT Merlin Olsen. The No. 3 overall pick in the 1962 draft led the Fearsome Foursome and defined brute excellence on NFL defensive lines for 15 years, making 14 consecutive Pro Bowls and becoming possibly the greatest lineman of the 1960s. Olsen …
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Mental stress for athletes: From 'let's play' to 'stay home'
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — The flu-like illness Michael Jordan fought through to lead the Chicago Bulls to a crucial victory in the 1997 NBA Finals created instant fodder for the virtue of perseverance.
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Seahawks GM still has work ahead prepping for remote draft
SEATTLE (AP) — It’s no secret Seattle Seahawks general manager John Schneider likes to make draft-related trades.
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'Larry Legend' tops Cardinals' first-round draft picks
TEMPE, Ariz. (AP) — BEST FIRST-ROUND DRAFT PICK: WR Larry Fitzgerald (2004). The Cardinals have had several good first-rounders, including cornerback Patrick Peterson (2011) and Hall of Famers defensive back Roger Wehrli (1969), running back Ollie Matson (1952) and halfback Charley Trippi (1945). Still, it's hard to argue against Fitzgerald, …
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Panthers draft history: 1st-round stars, 2nd-round busts
BEST FIRST-ROUND DRAFT PICK: LB Luke Kuechly. A tough one, as you can make strong arguments for QB Cam Newton (2011), DE Julius Peppers (2002) and even RB Christian McCaffrey (2017), although he’s only played three seasons. But Kuechly was selected to the NFL's 2010 All-Decade Team. The Panthers took …
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Dan Marino, Dion Jordan _ the best, worst of Dolphins drafts
BEST FIRST-ROUND DRAFT PICK: QB Dan Marino. The Dolphins and coach Don Shula were surprised when their turn came with the 27th overall pick and Marino remained on the board. He slipped because of an erratic senior season and unfounded rumors of drug use. Draft analysts ripped the Dolphins for …
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NFL Draft: Bengals' history from Boomer to Ickey to Akili
BEST FIRST-ROUND DRAFT PICK: LT Anthony Munoz. The third overall pick in 1980 had a Hall of Fame career anchoring the line during the Bengals' glory days. He helped them to their only Super Bowl appearances in 1981 and 1988, protecting QBs Ken Anderson and Boomer Esiason and opening holes …
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Curtain Calls: Hall of Famers highlight top Steelers picks
PITTSBURGH (AP) — BEST FIRST-ROUND DRAFT PICK: DT Joe Greene. Before Terry Bradshaw, Franco Harris, Lynn Swann, Troy Polamalu, Ben Roethlisberger, there was Joe Greene. The origins of a half-century of almost metronome-like success began in 1969 when first-year head coach Chuck Noll advocated for the perennial also-rans to take …
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LT and Eli _ and lots of first-round flops in Giants drafts
BEST FIRST-ROUND DRAFT PICK: LB Lawrence Taylor. L.T. was the No. 2 overall pick in 1981 behind South Carolina RB George Rogers. In 13 seasons, he transformed the game, his position and the Giants, leading them to two Super Bowls. Taylor left as the NFL's No. 2 sacks leader.
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Agent: Gronkowski to have reunion with Brady in Tampa Bay
TAMPA, Fla. (AP) — Four-time All Pro tight end Rob Gronkowski has agreed to a reunion with Tom Brady.
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Texans draft history highlighted by 2011 pick of J.J. Watt
BEST FIRST-ROUND DRAFT PICK: DE J.J. Watt. He was booed by Texans fans when he was selected with the 11th overall pick in the 2011 draft. But it didn’t take Watt long to win over the fan base and become the most beloved Texan of all time. The fearsome pass …
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Matty Ice gets nod as Falcons' greatest success on draft day
ATLANTA (AP) — BEST FIRST-ROUND DRAFT PICK: QB Matt Ryan. Hard to go with anyone other than Matty Ice, who restored some credibility for the franchise in 2008 as the No. 3 pick from Boston College on the heels of Michael Vick going to prison for dogfighting. Ryan has started …
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Patriots' draft history features many hits, a few misses
BEST FIRST-ROUND DRAFT PICK: DL Richard Seymour. Chosen sixth overall in 2001, Seymour is the highest selection made by Bill Belichick during his Patriots tenure. He was one of the most destructive forces on the defensive side of the ball for New England’s first three Super Bowl-winning teams in the …
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Packers' draft history includes Rodgers but also QB busts
BEST FIRST-ROUND DRAFT PICK: QB Aaron Rodgers. When the Cal star took a draft-day plunge in 2005, the Packers scooped him up with the 24th overall selection. The two-time MVP has led the Packers to one Super Bowl title and three other NFC championship game appearances. Rodgers seems a lock …
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Manning, Schlichter represent extremes in Colts' drafts
BEST FIRST-ROUND DRAFT PICK: QB Peyton Manning. After selecting him with the top overall pick in 1998, the franchise made a dramatic turnaround. Manning led the Colts to their most successful decade since the 1960s and their first Super Bowl title since 1971. Not enough? Manning played a key role …
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Buffalo basketball team gets probation for forged documents
BUFFALO, N.Y. (AP) — The University at Buffalo men’s basketball team has been placed on one-year probation and agreed to other NCAA sanctions after a former assistant coach was found to have forged recruiting documents.
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Chiefs strike gold with Mahomes after QB draft troubles
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — BEST FIRST-ROUND DRAFT PICK: Patrick Mahomes. Good luck finding a more recent “best first-round pick” than the No. 10 overall choice in 2017. After a learning season behind Alex Smith, the QB from Texas Tech led the Chiefs to the AFC title game in his …
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For Bears, sweetest pick of all was Payton
BEST FIRST-ROUND DRAFT PICK: RB Walter Payton. The Bears boast a record 28 Hall of Famers, from founder George Halas to 2018 inductee Brian Urlacher. But when it comes to the draft, the sweetest pick of all has to be Payton. Taken out of Jackson State at No. 4 overall …
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With no 1st-round picks, Pace looks to stock Bears in draft
Chicago general manager Ryan Pace is all wired and ready to go for the draft. He thinks the Bears are, too.
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Hall of Famers Roaf, Jackson, highlight Saints draft history
NEW ORLEANS (AP) — BEST FIRST-ROUND DRAFT PICK: LT Willie Roaf. Drafted eighth overall out of Louisiana Tech in 1993, he became just the second Saints player enshrined in the Pro Football Hall of Fame after linebacker Rickey Jackson. Roaf played nine seasons with the Saints, followed by four more …
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A lost season? Minor league teams, players face bleak future
CHICAGO (AP) — Mike Nutter is surrounded by questions everywhere he goes these days. So the longtime president of the Fort Wayne TinCaps is planning for each scenario he can imagine, one at a time.
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Lamar Jackson's offseason includes group workout, new tattoo
OWINGS MILLS, Md. (AP) — It's been a busy offseason for reigning NFL MVP Lamar Jackson, who's thrown footballs on the practice field without regard to social distancing, added a massive chest tattoo and exchanged tweets with President Donald Trump.
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FIFA says support of women's game will continue
Soccer’s international governing body says it will maintain funding for women’s soccer despite concerns about the impact of the coronavirus pandemic.
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Ravens' best draft pick was their first: HOF tackle Ogden
BEST FIRST-ROUND DRAFT PICK: OT Jonathan Ogden. After moving from Cleveland to Baltimore, the Ravens used the first draft pick in franchise history to take Ogden fourth overall in 1996 after giving serious consideration to Nebraska RB Lawrence Phillips. Ogden made the Pro Bowl in 11 of his 12 seasons …
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Hall of Famers Seau, Dean stand out as Chargers' top picks
BEST FIRST-ROUND DRAFT PICK: San Diego went for the hometown pick in 1990, selecting Oceanside native and Southern California linebacker Junior Seau at No. 5 overall. He ended up becoming one of the most popular players in franchise history with 12 consecutive Pro Bowl appearances, tied for fourth among defensive …
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4 Hall of Famers among top draft picks in Seahawks' history
RENTON, Wash. (AP) — BEST FIRST-ROUND DRAFT PICK: Three former first-round picks by Seattle already are in the Pro Football Hall of Fame, with a fourth set to be inducted later this year. With all due respect to safety Kenny Easley (No. 4 in 1981), the late Cortez Kennedy (No. …
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Fearsome Foursome highlight Rams' biggest draft successes
LOS ANGELES (AP) — BEST FIRST-ROUND DRAFT PICK: DT Merlin Olsen. The No. 3 overall pick in the 1962 draft led the Fearsome Foursome and defined brute excellence on NFL defensive lines for 15 years, making 14 consecutive Pro Bowls and becoming possibly the greatest lineman of the 1960s. Olsen …
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Redskins draft history has Hall of Famers, big-time busts
BEST FIRST-ROUND DRAFT PICK: Darrell Green. Washington celebrated its first Super Bowl victory by taking a building block for its next two with the final first-round pick in 1983. Selected immediately after Miami got Dan Marino, Green started right away and was a mainstay in the Redskins secondary for almost …
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From Jim Brown to Johnny Football, Browns hit draft extremes
CLEVELAND (AP) — BEST FIRST-ROUND DRAFT PICK: RB Jim Brown. Period. Arguably the greatest player in NFL history was picked by the Browns with the No. 6 overall selection in 1957. Brown rushed for 12,312 yards in nine seasons, leading the league eight times. A three-time MVP, he stunned the …
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From Kelly to Cousineau, the Bills' best, worst draft picks
BUFFALO, N.Y. (AP) — BEST FIRST-ROUND DRAFT PICK: Let’s go with picks, plural, because it's impossible to separate Pro Football Hall of Fame inductees Jim Kelly and Bruce Smith. They formed the core of the Buffalo teams that made — and lost — four consecutive Super Bowls in the early …
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Selmon, Sapp, Brooks best of top picks in Buccaneers history
BEST FIRST-ROUND DRAFT PICK: DE Lee Roy Selmon was the first draft pick in team history, No. 1 overall in 1976 by an expansion franchise that within four seasons went from losing its first 26 games to within one victory of a Super Bowl appearance. Selmon was one of the …
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Lions lean on Barry Sanders as a good memory from NFL draft
BEST FIRST-ROUND DRAFT PICK: RB
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UEFA eases stance on leagues that want to end season early
GENEVA (AP) — UEFA softened its tone Tuesday toward competition organizers who want to end seasons early before completing all games — with some governments set to take those decisions out of soccer’s hands.
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Chiefs, Mahomes eye record-setting deal following NFL draft
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — Leigh Steinberg’s focus this week is rightfully on the three-day NFL draft, where new clients such as Alabama quarterback Tua Tagovailoa and teammate Jerry Jeudy will learn where they will begin their professional careers.
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Mike Curtis, fierce linebacker for Colts, dies at 77
BALTIMORE (AP) — Mike Curtis, a hard-hitting, no-nonsense linebacker who helped the Colts win a Super Bowl during a 14-year NFL career spent predominantly in Baltimore, has died. He was 77.
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Tokyo Olympics, IOC conflict over who pays for postponement
TOKYO (AP) — An open conflict broke out between Tokyo Olympic organizers and the IOC on Tuesday over who will pay for the unprecedented year-long postponement.
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Confusion in French soccer over whether league should resume
PARIS (AP) — Confusion reigns in French soccer as to whether the league should resume amid the coronavirus pandemic.
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Baylor women sign transfer point guard for 3rd year in row
Baylor has signed a transfer point guard for the third year in a row, and this one can play multiple seasons with the Lady Bears.
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New data lead to new testing, results for NFL helmets
The latest results of the joint testing done by the NFL and the players' union was released Monday, concluding a comprehensive new testing method that went beyond examining only new helmet models joining the market this year.
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Fans feeling unsafe without vaccine plays into revenue issue
With the distinct possibility of pro sports resuming in empty venues,
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More than Swag: Nichols leaves indelible mark on gymnastics
The end was supposed to include one last run at perfection. One final salute to the judges. One lingering wave to a packed arena followed by a group hug with her Oklahoma teammates, preferably atop the podium at the NCAA women's gymnastics championships.
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Deserted icons: Frontier Days important bonanza for Cheyenne
CHEYENNE, Wyo. (AP) — Country singer Blake Shelton still remains scheduled to appear on center stage. Same with the biggest names in the rodeo game.
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From Hopkinton to Boston, marathon absence is seen and felt
HOPKINTON, Mass. (AP) — “It All Starts Here.”
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McCaffrey embracing new role as face of Panthers franchise
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) — With the Panthers in the midst of a roster overhaul, Christian McCaffrey could have forced his way out of Carolina in hopes of finding a team better prepared to challenge for a Super Bowl title.
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Horse racing gets more TV time with other sports scratched
Socially distanced crews in New York and California are keeping horse racing on television in the U.S. during the coronavirus pandemic.
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ESPN, NFL Network ready to tackle challenges of remote draft
The NFL draft is annually one of the most ambitious productions that ESPN does. Next week’s coverage might go down as THE most ambitious in the network’s 40-year history.
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Former NBA top pick Bogut unsure about playing future
After 15 years in professional basketball, Andrew Bogut is close to making a decision on when to end his career. The new coronavirus and subsequent postponement of the 2020 Olympics in Tokyo isn’t making it any easier.
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AP source: Jeter says he's forgoing salary during pandemic
MIAMI (AP) — Miami Marlins CEO Derek Jeter told team employees during a conference call Monday he is forgoing his salary during the coronavirus pandemic, a person familiar with the discussions told The Associated Press.
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What Would Have Been: MLB's Fiers in Houston, NBA playoffs
While watching more replays of classic games with the national sports calendar on hold because of the coronavirus pandemic, The Associated Press looks at some of the events that would have been live the week of April 20-26:
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Packers GM hopes unique draft doesn't limit trade talk
The potential challenges inherent in the NFL draft’s virtual format became apparent Monday as Green Bay Packers general manager Brian Gutekunst conducted a conference call with reporters.
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GM: Blue Jackets stay in the present but plan for the future
COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) — Amid uncertainty about whether the 2019-20 season will continue, the Columbus Blue Jackets are looking ahead to next season.
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Virtual school opens with Falcons players, coaches at home
ATLANTA (AP) — Classes are in session for the Atlanta Falcons' virtual offseason.
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Packers GM hopes unique draft doesn't limit trade talk
The potential challenges inherent in the NFL draft’s virtual format became apparent Monday as Green Bay Packers general manager Brian Gutekunst conducted a conference call with reporters.
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New data lead to new testing, results for NFL helmets
The latest results of the joint testing done by the NFL and the players' union was released Monday, concluding a comprehensive new testing method that went beyond examining only new helmet models joining the market this year.
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McCaffrey embracing new role as face of Panthers franchise
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) — With the Panthers in the midst of a roster overhaul, Christian McCaffrey could have forced his way out of Carolina in hopes of finding a team better prepared to challenge for a Super Bowl title.
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Virtual school opens with Falcons players, coaches at home
ATLANTA (AP) — Classes are in session for the Atlanta Falcons' virtual offseason.
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GM: Blue Jackets stay in the present but plan for the future
COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) — Amid uncertainty about whether the 2019-20 season will continue, the Columbus Blue Jackets are looking ahead to next season.
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Baylor women sign transfer point guard for 3rd year in row
Baylor has signed a transfer point guard for the third year in a row, and this one can play multiple seasons with the Lady Bears.
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Fans feeling unsafe without vaccine plays into revenue issue
With the distinct possibility of pro sports resuming in empty venues,
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AP source: Jeter says he's forgoing salary during pandemic
MIAMI (AP) — Miami Marlins CEO Derek Jeter told team employees during a conference call Monday he is forgoing his salary during the coronavirus pandemic, a person familiar with the discussions told The Associated Press.
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What Would Have Been: MLB's Fiers in Houston, NBA playoffs
While watching more replays of classic games with the national sports calendar on hold because of the coronavirus pandemic, The Associated Press looks at some of the events that would have been live the week of April 20-26:
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Japan scientist 'very pessimistic' Olympics will happen
TOKYO (AP) — A Japanese professor of infectious disease says he is “very pessimistic” the postponed Tokyo Olympics can open in 15 months.
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More than Swag: Nichols leaves indelible mark on gymnastics
The end was supposed to include one last run at perfection. One final salute to the judges. One lingering wave to a packed arena followed by a group hug with her Oklahoma teammates, preferably atop the podium at the NCAA women's gymnastics championships.
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Why we watch: Sports movies' emotional connections resonate
For now and the foreseeable future, thanks to the coronavirus pandemic, there are no live sports to watch -- in person, on television, online.
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Deserted icons: Frontier Days important bonanza for Cheyenne
CHEYENNE, Wyo. (AP) — Country singer Blake Shelton still remains scheduled to appear on center stage. Same with the biggest names in the rodeo game.
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Announcers find ways to keep busy with sports world on hold
Joe Buck has taken up a different type of commentary with games at a standstill.
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'A League of Their Own' inspired baseball pioneer Croteau
There were moments when Julie Croteau’s baseball path was a lonely one even as she turned in a career historic enough that Cooperstown wanted her glove.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
From Hopkinton to Boston, marathon absence is seen and felt
HOPKINTON, Mass. (AP) — “It All Starts Here.”
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
New Washington offensive coordinator facing extra challenges
SEATTLE (AP) — Before college football was thrown off course by the coronavirus pandemic, new Washington offensive coordinator John Donovan was already stepping into a challenging situation.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Wings bolster franchise with 3 of top 7 picks in WNBA draft
The Dallas Wings had been focused on the 2020 WNBA draft for about two years, and went into the night with three of the top seven picks.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Horse racing gets more TV time with other sports scratched
Socially distanced crews in New York and California are keeping horse racing on television in the U.S. during the coronavirus pandemic.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
ESPN, NFL Network ready to tackle challenges of remote draft
The NFL draft is annually one of the most ambitious productions that ESPN does. Next week’s coverage might go down as THE most ambitious in the network’s 40-year history.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Former NBA top pick Bogut unsure about playing future
After 15 years in professional basketball, Andrew Bogut is close to making a decision on when to end his career. The new coronavirus and subsequent postponement of the 2020 Olympics in Tokyo isn’t making it any easier.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Spain set to finish soccer season without fans in stadiums
MADRID (AP) — Soccer matches and other sports events in Spain will take place in empty venues at least until the end of the summer, the mayor of Madrid said Saturday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Japan scientist 'very pessimistic' Olympics go on next year
TOKYO (AP) — A Japanese professor of infectious disease says he is “very pessimistic” the postponed Tokyo Olympics can open in 15 months.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
What Would Have Been: Fiers in Houston and NBA playoffs
While watching more replays of classic games with the national sports calendar on hold because of the coronavirus pandemic, The Associated Press looks at some of the events that would have been live the week of April 20-26:
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
NFL GMs think the remote draft will alter the trading scene
To trade or not to trade?
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
US midfielder Adams ruing virus-enforced 'whirlwind' break
BERLIN (AP) — Tyler Adams picked the wrong time to be the fittest he’s been all season.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Pandemic costing youth sports millions, creating uncertainty
DALLAS (AP) — Less than a month ago, AAU President Roger Goudy watched membership in the long-running youth sports organization drop from 20,000 ahead of last year’s pace to about 3,000 behind in just a week.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
MLS to get its kicks with 5-week video game tournament
Sporting Kansas City midfielder Wan Kuzain is more than your average gamer. He's got street cred.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
What Would Have Been: Fiers in Houston and NBA playoffs
While watching more replays of classic games with the national sports calendar on hold because of the coronavirus pandemic, The Associated Press looks at some of the events that would have been live the week of April 20-26:
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
From Hopkinton to Boston, marathon absence is seen and felt
HOPKINTON, Mass. (AP) — “It All Starts Here.”
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Deserted icons: Frontier Days important bonanza for Cheyenne
CHEYENNE, Wyo. (AP) — Country singer Blake Shelton still remains scheduled to appear on center stage. Same with the biggest names in the rodeo game.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Jordan: Winning 6th NBA title with Bulls was 'trying year'
CHARLOTTE, N.C (AP) — Michael Jordan described his final NBA championship season with the Chicago Bulls as a “trying year.”
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
With 1st pick, Dolphins likely to take QB _ but which one?
MIAMI (AP) — In 54 years of drafting, the Miami Dolphins have taken four quarterbacks in the first round, and two are in the Pro Football Hall of Fame.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
More than Swag: Nichols leaves indelible mark on gymnastics
The end was supposed to include one last run at perfection. One final salute to the judges. One lingering wave to a packed arena followed by a group hug with her Oklahoma teammates, preferably atop the podium at the NCAA women's gymnastics championships.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Why we watch: Sports movies' emotional connections resonate
For now and the foreseeable future, thanks to the coronavirus pandemic, there are no live sports to watch -- in person, on television, online.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Rutgers copes with coronavirus affecting families of players
Rutgers football players have had family members get sick with the coronavirus and some have dealt with a death, coach Greg Schiano says.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Announcers find ways to keep busy with sports world on hold
Joe Buck has taken up a different type of commentary with games at a standstill.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Spirit of World Cup win inspires Kolisi to help South Africa
Just when South Africa needs inspiring again, Siya Kolisi is drawing on the sense of national unity that last year's Rugby World Cup triumph was forged on.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
'A League of Their Own' inspired baseball pioneer Croteau
There were moments when Julie Croteau’s baseball path was a lonely one even as she turned in a career historic enough that Cooperstown wanted her glove.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Chargers in pursuit of new franchise quarterback in draft
COSTA MESA, Calif. (AP) — After bidding
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Draft's WR depth may help Packers give Rodgers more weapons
The Green Bay Packers would love to provide quarterback Aaron Rodgers more targets as they attempt to make at least one more Super Bowl run with the 36-year-old, two-time MVP.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
MLS pushes back season, suggests possible salary cuts
Major League Soccer is pushing back restarting the season to at least June 8 and says it is also discussing possible salary cuts with the players' union.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
New Washington offensive coordinator facing extra challenges
SEATTLE (AP) — Before college football was thrown off course by the coronavirus pandemic, new Washington offensive coordinator John Donovan was already stepping into a challenging situation.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Wings bolster franchise with 3 of top 7 picks in WNBA draft
The Dallas Wings had been focused on the 2020 WNBA draft for about two years, and went into the night with three of the top seven picks.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Horse racing gets more TV time with other sports scratched
Socially distanced crews in New York and California are keeping horse racing on television in the U.S. during the coronavirus pandemic.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
ESPN, NFL Network ready to tackle challenges of remote draft
The NFL draft is annually one of the most ambitious productions that ESPN does. Next week's coverage might go down as THE most ambitious in the network's 40-year history.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Former NBA top pick Bogut unsure about playing future
After 15 years in professional basketball, Andrew Bogut is close to making a decision on when to end his career. The new coronavirus and subsequent postponement of the 2020 Olympics in Tokyo isn’t making it any easier.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Spain set to finish soccer season without fans in stadiums
MADRID (AP) — Soccer matches and other sports events in Spain will take place in empty venues at least until the end of the summer, the mayor of Madrid said Saturday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Hopkins not surprised by trade, ready to help Cardinals
Most of the NFL world was stunned when the Arizona Cardinals pulled off a trade last month to land elite receiver DeAndre Hopkins from the Houston Texans for running back David Johnson.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Oklahoma St's Boynton could see turn with recruiting class
After some early rough patches, Oklahoma State coach Mike Boynton has finally built some momentum.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
NFL GMs think the remote draft will alter the trading scene
To trade or not to trade?
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Tokyo Olympics won't provide much economic growth for Japan
TOKYO (AP) — IOC member John Coates, who oversees planning for next year's Tokyo Olympics, has claimed the postponed games could help “kick start” Japan’s economy.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
US midfielder Adams ruing virus-enforced 'whirlwind' break
BERLIN (AP) — Tyler Adams picked the wrong time to be the fittest he’s been all season.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Redskins may get difference maker at No. 2 with Chase Young
WASHINGTON (AP) — The locker room hadn’t even been cleaned out when Dwayne Haskins broached the silver lining of the Redskins’ 3-13 season.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Pandemic costing youth sports millions, creating uncertainty
DALLAS (AP) — Less than a month ago, AAU President Roger Goudy watched membership in the long-running youth sports organization drop from 20,000 ahead of last year’s pace to about 3,000 behind in just a week.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Bills content to sit out 1st round with addition of Diggs
BUFFALO, N.Y. (AP) — Brandon Beane is OK with sitting out the first round of the NFL draft.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
USC QB Daniels enters transfer portal; lost job to Slovis
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Southern California quarterback J.T. Daniels has entered the transfer portal.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Ex-DePaul softball coach accused of physical, verbal abuse
DePaul ignored allegations that its former softball coach punched an assistant in the face and verbally abused his players and retaliated against the whisteblower by terminating her contract with the school, according to a lawsuit filed Thursday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Giants seek tackles, defensive playmakers with No. 4 pick
While he didn't come close to filling all the New York Giants' needs in free agency, general manager Dave Gettleman has put the struggling franchise in position to pick into the strength of the draft.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
MLS to get its kicks with 5-week video game tournament
Sporting Kansas City midfielder Wan Kuzain is more than your average gamer. He's got street cred.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Let's go to the videotape: 'Hoosiers' No. 1 AP Top 25 film
“Hoosiers” shot all the way to No. 1 in The Associated Press Top 25 of best sports movies, a one-of-a-kind poll from the news organization known for its rankings of college teams.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Former NBA top pick Bogut unsure about playing future
After 15 years in professional basketball, Andrew Bogut is close to making a decision on when to end his career. The new coronavirus and subsequent postponement of the 2020 Olympics in Tokyo isn’t making it any easier.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Spirit of World Cup win inspires Kolisi to help South Africa
Just when South Africa needs inspiring again, Siya Kolisi is drawing on the sense of national unity that last year's Rugby World Cup triumph was forged on.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
MLS to get its kicks with 5-week video game tournament
Sporting Kansas City midfielder Wan Kuzain is more than your average gamer. He's got street cred.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
More than Swag: Nichols leaves indelible mark on gymnastics
The end was supposed to include one last run at perfection. One final salute to the judges. One lingering wave to a packed arena followed by a group hug with her Oklahoma teammates, preferably atop the podium at the NCAA women's gymnastics championships.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Pandemic costing youth sports millions, creating uncertainty
DALLAS (AP) — Less than a month ago, AAU President Roger Goudy watched membership in the long-running youth sports organization drop from 20,000 ahead of last year’s pace to about 3,000 behind in just a week.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Spain set to finish soccer season without fans in stadiums
MADRID (AP) — Soccer matches and other sports events in Spain will take place in empty venues at least until the end of the summer, the mayor of Madrid said Saturday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Jordan: Winning 6th NBA title with Bulls was 'trying year'
CHARLOTTE, N.C (AP) — Michael Jordan described his final NBA championship season with the Chicago Bulls as a “trying year.”
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
With 1st pick, Dolphins likely to take QB _ but which one?
MIAMI (AP) — In 54 years of drafting, the Miami Dolphins have taken four quarterbacks in the first round, and two are in the Pro Football Hall of Fame.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Why we watch: Sports movies' emotional connections resonate
For now and the foreseeable future, thanks to the coronavirus pandemic, there are no live sports to watch -- in person, on television, online.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Rutgers copes with coronavirus affecting families of players
Rutgers football players have had family members get sick with the coronavirus and some have dealt with a death, coach Greg Schiano says.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Announcers find ways to keep busy with sports world on hold
Joe Buck has taken up a different type of commentary with games at a standstill.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
ESPN, NFL Network ready to tackle challenges of remote draft
The NFL draft is annually one of the most ambitious productions that ESPN does. Next week's coverage might go down as THE most ambitious in the network's 40-year history.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
'A League of Their Own' inspired baseball pioneer Croteau
There were moments when Julie Croteau’s baseball path was a lonely one even as she turned in a career historic enough that Cooperstown wanted her glove.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Chargers in pursuit of new franchise quarterback in draft
COSTA MESA, Calif. (AP) — After bidding
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Former Alabama prep star Davenport transfers to Georgia
ATLANTA (AP) — Maori Davenport, who drew national attention over an eligibility dispute during her senior year of high school, is transferring to Georgia after playing sparingly in her lone season at Rutgers.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Draft's WR depth may help Packers give Rodgers more weapons
The Green Bay Packers would love to provide quarterback Aaron Rodgers more targets as they attempt to make at least one more Super Bowl run with the 36-year-old, two-time MVP.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
MLS pushes back season, suggests possible salary cuts
Major League Soccer is pushing back restarting the season to at least June 8 and says it is also discussing possible salary cuts with the players' union.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Horse racing gets more TV time with other sports scratched
Socially distanced crews in New York and California are keeping horse racing on television in the U.S. during the coronavirus pandemic.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
New Washington offensive coordinator facing extra challenges
SEATTLE (AP) — Before college football was thrown off course by the coronavirus pandemic, new Washington offensive coordinator John Donovan was already stepping into a challenging situation.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Wings bolster franchise with 3 of top 7 picks in WNBA draft
The Dallas Wings had been focused on the 2020 WNBA draft for about two years, and went into the night with three of the top seven picks.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
NHL stoppage has Devils' Fitzgerald waiting on two fronts.
The suspension of play in the NHL because of the coronavirus pandemic has put Tom Fitzgerald of the New Jersey Devils in a strange situation.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Suspension of NBA season prompts Oladipo to revise routine
INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — Victor Oladipo was just rounding into form when the NBA season was suspended.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Hopkins not surprised by trade, ready to help Cardinals
Most of the NFL world was stunned when the Arizona Cardinals pulled off a trade last month to land elite receiver DeAndre Hopkins from the Houston Texans for running back David Johnson.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Oklahoma St's Boynton could see turn with recruiting class
After some early rough patches, Oklahoma State coach Mike Boynton has finally built some momentum.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
NFL GMs think the remote draft will alter the trading scene
To trade or not to trade?
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Tokyo Olympics won't provide much economic growth for Japan
TOKYO (AP) — IOC member John Coates, who oversees planning for next year's Tokyo Olympics, has claimed the postponed games could help “kick start” Japan’s economy.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
US midfielder Adams ruing virus-enforced 'whirlwind' break
BERLIN (AP) — Tyler Adams picked the wrong time to be the fittest he’s been all season.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Redskins may get difference maker at No. 2 with Chase Young
WASHINGTON (AP) — The locker room hadn’t even been cleaned out when Dwayne Haskins broached the silver lining of the Redskins’ 3-13 season.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Bills content to sit out 1st round with addition of Diggs
BUFFALO, N.Y. (AP) — Brandon Beane is OK with sitting out the first round of the NFL draft.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
USC QB Daniels enters transfer portal; lost job to Slovis
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Southern California quarterback J.T. Daniels has entered the transfer portal.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Ex-DePaul softball coach accused of physical, verbal abuse
DePaul ignored allegations that its former softball coach punched an assistant in the face and verbally abused his players and retaliated against the whisteblower by terminating her contract with the school, according to a lawsuit filed Thursday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Giants seek tackles, defensive playmakers with No. 4 pick
While he didn't come close to filling all the New York Giants' needs in free agency, general manager Dave Gettleman has put the struggling franchise in position to pick into the strength of the draft.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Athletes, teams, celebs are 'All In' to feed hungry
With factories closed, tens of millions out of work and a recession looming because of the coronavirus pandemic, athletes, teams, entertainers and business leaders are donating prized possessions in response to a challenge to feed families suddenly in need.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Let's go to the videotape: 'Hoosiers' No. 1 AP Top 25 film
“Hoosiers” shot all the way to No. 1 in The Associated Press Top 25 of best sports movies, a one-of-a-kind poll from the news organization known for its rankings of college teams.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
ESPN, NFL Network ready to tackle challenges of remote draft
The NFL draft is annually one of the most ambitious productions that ESPN does. Next week's coverage might go down as THE most ambitious in the network's 40-year history.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Horse racing gets more TV time with other sports on hold
Socially distanced crews in New York and California are keeping horse racing on television in the U.S. during the coronavirus pandemic.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Wings bolster franchise with 3 of top 7 picks in WNBA draft
The Dallas Wings had been focused on the 2020 WNBA draft for about two years, and went into the night with three of the top seven picks.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Announcers find ways to keep busy with sports world on hold
Joe Buck has taken up a different type of commentary with games at a standstill.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
New Washington offensive coordinator facing extra challenges
SEATTLE (AP) — Before college football was thrown off course by the coronavirus pandemic, new Washington offensive coordinator John Donovan was already stepping into a challenging situation.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
NFL GMs think the remote draft will alter the trading scene
To trade or not to trade?
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
MLS pushes back season, suggests possible salary cuts
Major League Soccer is pushing back restarting the season to at least June 8 and says it is also discussing possible salary cuts with the players' union.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
US midfielder Adams ruing virus-enforced 'whirlwind' break
BERLIN (AP) — Tyler Adams picked the wrong time to be the fittest he’s been all season.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Hopkins not surprised by trade, ready to help Cardinals
Most of the NFL world was stunned when the Arizona Cardinals pulled off a trade last month to land elite receiver DeAndre Hopkins from the Houston Texans for running back David Johnson.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
'A League of Their Own' inspired baseball pioneer Croteau
There were moments when Julie Croteau’s baseball path was a lonely one even as she turned in a career historic enough that Cooperstown wanted her glove.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Why we watch: Sports movies' emotional connections resonate
For now and the foreseeable future, thanks to the coronavirus pandemic, there are no live sports to watch -- in person, on television, online.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Let's go to the videotape: 'Hoosiers' No. 1 AP Top 25 film
“Hoosiers” shot all the way to No. 1 in The Associated Press Top 25 of best sports movies, a one-of-a-kind poll from the news organization known for its rankings of college teams.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Tokyo Games won't provide much economic stimulus for Japan
TOKYO (AP) — IOC member John Coates, who oversees planning for next year's Tokyo Olympics, has claimed the postponed games could help “kick start” Japan’s economy.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Houston's O'Brien prepares for 1st draft as general manager
As Bill O’Brien prepares for his first draft as both coach and general manager of the Houston Texans, he isn’t sure how much any rookie will contribute this season with the nationwide sports shutdown because of the new coronavirus.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Union calls for maintaining support for women's soccer
The international players' union FIFPro is calling for continued financial support of women's soccer worldwide in the wake of the coronavirus pandemic.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Jordan: Winning 6th NBA title with Bulls was 'trying year'
CHARLOTTE, N.C (AP) — Michael Jordan described his final NBA championship season with the Chicago Bulls as a “trying year.”
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
With 1st pick, Dolphins likely to take QB _ but which one?
MIAMI (AP) — In 54 years of drafting, the Miami Dolphins have taken four quarterbacks in the first round, and two are in the Pro Football Hall of Fame.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Browns likely to land left tackle with No. 10 pick in draft
CLEVELAND (AP) — Andrew Berry knew his first NFL draft as Browns general manager would be special. He didn't expect it to be unlike any draft before it or likely any again.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Rutgers copes with coronavirus affecting families of players
Rutgers football players have had family members get sick with the coronavirus and some have dealt with a death, coach Greg Schiano says.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
For Saints, draft could help end recent run of playoff pain
NEW ORLEANS (AP) — Saints general manager Mickey Loomis and coach Sean Payton could transform legacies by finding a big-play talent or two in the NFL draft.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Chargers in pursuit of new franchise quarterback in draft
COSTA MESA, Calif. (AP) — After bidding
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Former Alabama prep star Davenport transfers to Georgia
ATLANTA (AP) — Maori Davenport, who drew national attention over an eligibility dispute during her senior year of high school, is transferring to Georgia after playing sparingly in her lone season at Rutgers.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Draft's WR depth may help Packers give Rodgers more weapons
The Green Bay Packers would love to provide quarterback Aaron Rodgers more targets as they attempt to make at least one more Super Bowl run with the 36-year-old, two-time MVP.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Browns call latest rumors of trading OBJ "completely false"
CLEVELAND (AP) — Browns chief strategy officer Paul DePodesta dismissed a report the team is trying to trade star wide receiver Odell Beckham Jr., whose future — whether in New York or Cleveland or anywhere — always seems in question.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Loaded with picks, Pats could draft QB after Brady's exit
BOSTON (AP) — For the first time in two decades, the New England Patriots are preparing for the NFL draft without a clear starting quarterback for next season.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Jaguars turn to NFL draft to rebuild once-stout defense
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. (AP) — Jacksonville’s once-stout defense, which carried the franchise to the brink of the Super Bowl in 2018, is a shell of itself these days.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
LA Rams seek depth with no 1st-rd pick for 4th straight year
LOS ANGELES (AP) — The Los Angeles Rams haven't made a first-round draft selection since picking quarterback Jared Goff back in 2016. They don't have a first-round pick in the upcoming draft, and they don't have a first-rounder next season, either.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Tokyo Olympics won't provide much economic growth for Japan
TOKYO (AP) — IOC member John Coates, who oversees planning for next year's Tokyo Olympics, has claimed the postponed games could help “kick start” Japan’s economy.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Washington freshman Jaden McDaniels declares for NBA draft
SEATTLE (AP) — Washington freshman swingman Jaden McDaniels has declared for the NBA draft, becoming the latest one-and-done player for the Huskies.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Rams shut down complex after Allen's positive COVID-19 test
LOS ANGELES (AP) — The Los Angeles Rams shut down their training complex for roughly two weeks and several people went into quarantine after center Brian Allen tested positive for COVID-19 last month.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
NHL stoppage has Devils' Fitzgerald waiting on two fronts.
The suspension of play in the NHL because of the coronavirus pandemic has put Tom Fitzgerald of the New Jersey Devils in a strange situation.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Suspension of NBA season prompts Oladipo to revise routine
INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — Victor Oladipo was just rounding into form when the NBA season was suspended.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Oklahoma St's Boynton could see turn with recruiting class
After some early rough patches, Oklahoma State coach Mike Boynton has finally built some momentum.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Indians' Francona intrigued by MLB options to start season
CLEVELAND (AP) — Indians manager Terry Francona is intrigued by some of the options being thrown by Major League Baseball to start the season at some point.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Redskins may get difference maker at No. 2 with Chase Young
WASHINGTON (AP) — The locker room hadn’t even been cleaned out when Dwayne Haskins broached the silver lining of the Redskins’ 3-13 season.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Women's sports likely to bear brunt of coronavirus fallout
Linked to the rising call for gender equity worldwide, women’s sports were enjoying unprecedented attention and support before the coronavirus pandemic.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Bills content to sit out 1st round with addition of Diggs
BUFFALO, N.Y. (AP) — Brandon Beane is OK with sitting out the first round of the NFL draft.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
USC QB Daniels enters transfer portal; lost job to Slovis
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Southern California quarterback J.T. Daniels has entered the transfer portal.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Ex-DePaul softball coach accused of physical, verbal abuse
DePaul ignored allegations that its former softball coach punched an assistant in the face and verbally abused his players and retaliated against the whisteblower by terminating her contract with the school, according to a lawsuit filed Thursday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Giants seek tackles, defensive playmakers with No. 4 pick
While he didn't come close to filling all the New York Giants' needs in free agency, general manager Dave Gettleman has put the struggling franchise in position to pick into the strength of the draft.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Athletes, teams, celebs are 'All In' to feed hungry
With factories closed, tens of millions out of work and a recession looming because of the coronavirus pandemic, athletes, teams, entertainers and business leaders are donating prized possessions in response to a challenge to feed families suddenly in need.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Buccaneers WR Godwin eager to get up to speed with Brady
TAMPA, Fla. (AP) — Chris Godwin isn’t making any bold predictions about what’s on the horizon for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Tokyo Olympics won't provide much economic growth for Japan
TOKYO (AP) — IOC member John Coates, who oversees planing for next year's Tokyo Olympics, has claimed the postponed games could help “kick start” Japan’s economy.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
NHL stoppage has Devils' Fitzgerald waiting on two fronts.
The suspension of play in the NHL because of the coronavirus pandemic has put Tom Fitzgerald of the New Jersey Devils in a strange situation.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
2021 Olympics won't provide much economic stimulus for Japan
TOKYO (AP) — IOC member John Coates, who oversees planing for next year's Tokyo Olympics, has claimed the postponed games could help “kick start” Japan’s economy.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
2012 Olympics won't provide much economic stimulus for Japan
TOKYO (AP) — IOC member John Coates, who oversees planing for next year's Tokyo Olympics, has claimed the postponed games could help “kick start” Japan’s economy.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Suspension of NBA season prompts Oladipo to revise routine
INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — Victor Oladipo was just rounding into form when the NBA season was suspended.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Buccaneers WR Godwin eager to get up to speed with Brady
TAMPA, Fla. (AP) — Chris Godwin isn’t making any bold predictions about what’s on the horizon for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Rams shut down complex after Allen's positive COVID-19 test
LOS ANGELES (AP) — The Los Angeles Rams shut down their training complex for roughly two weeks and several people went into quarantine after center Brian Allen tested positive for COVID-19 last month.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Browns likely to land left tackle with No. 10 pick in draft
CLEVELAND (AP) — Andrew Berry knew his first NFL draft as Browns general manager would be special. He didn't expect it to be unlike any draft before it or likely any again.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
For Saints, draft could help end recent run of playoff pain
NEW ORLEANS (AP) — Saints general manager Mickey Loomis and coach Sean Payton could transform legacies by finding a big-play talent or two in the NFL draft.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Oklahoma St's Boynton could see turn with recruiting class
After some early rough patches, Oklahoma State coach Mike Boynton has finally built some momentum.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Indians' Francona intrigued by MLB options to start season
CLEVELAND (AP) — Indians manager Terry Francona is intrigued by some of the options being thrown by Major League Baseball to start the season at some point.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Browns call latest rumors of trading OBJ "completely false"
CLEVELAND (AP) — Browns chief strategy officer Paul DePodesta dismissed a report the team is trying to trade star wide receiver Odell Beckham Jr., whose future — whether in New York or Cleveland or anywhere — always seems in question.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
USC QB Daniels enters transfer portal; lost job to Slovis
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Southern California quarterback J.T. Daniels has entered the transfer portal.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Houston's O'Brien prepares for 1st draft as general manager
As Bill O’Brien prepares for his first draft as both coach and general manager of the Houston Texans, he isn’t sure how much any rookie will contribute this season with the nationwide sports shutdown because of the new coronavirus.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Chargers in pursuit of new franchise quarterback in draft
COSTA MESA, Calif. (AP) — After bidding
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Jaguars turn to NFL draft to rebuild once-stout defense
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. (AP) — Jacksonville’s once-stout defense, which carried the franchise to the brink of the Super Bowl in 2018, is a shell of itself these days.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Union calls for maintaining support for women's soccer
The international players' union FIFPro is calling for continued financial support of women's soccer worldwide in the wake of the coronavirus pandemic.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Rutgers copes with coronavirus affecting families of players
Rutgers football players have had family members get sick with the coronavirus and some have dealt with a death, coach Greg Schiano says.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Loaded with picks, Pats could draft QB after Brady's exit
BOSTON (AP) — For the first time in two decades, the New England Patriots are preparing for the NFL draft without a clear starting quarterback for next season.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
With 1st pick, Dolphins likely to take QB _ but which one?
MIAMI (AP) — In 54 years of drafting, the Miami Dolphins have taken four quarterbacks in the first round, and two are in the Pro Football Hall of Fame.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Bills content to sit out 1st round with addition of Diggs
BUFFALO, N.Y. (AP) — Brandon Beane is OK with sitting out the first round of the NFL draft.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Redskins may get difference maker at No. 2 with Chase Young
WASHINGTON (AP) — The locker room hadn’t even been cleaned out when Dwayne Haskins broached the silver lining of the Redskins’ 3-13 season.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Draft's WR depth may help Packers give Rodgers more weapons
The Green Bay Packers would love to provide quarterback Aaron Rodgers more targets as they attempt to make at least one more Super Bowl run with the 36-year-old, two-time MVP.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
LA Rams seek depth with no 1st-rd pick for 4th straight year
LOS ANGELES (AP) — The Los Angeles Rams haven't made a first-round draft selection since picking quarterback Jared Goff back in 2016. They don't have a first-round pick in the upcoming draft, and they don't have a first-rounder next season, either.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Bears seek playmakers on offense, blockers, secondary help
The Chicago Bears brought in competition for quarterback Mitchell Trubisky by trading for Nick Foles. They added a former All-Pro pass rusher to help Khalil Mack when they signed Robert Quinn.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Colts could still be in quarterback market on draft weekend
INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — Philip Rivers, Jacoby Brissett and Chad Kelly all have one year left on their contracts.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
QB of the future? RB of the present? Steelers weigh options
PITTSBURGH (AP) — The Pittsburgh Steelers' first-round draft pick is already a home run, according to Kevin Colbert.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Bold offseason moves mean Cardinals have options at No. 8
TEMPE, Ariz. (AP) — An active offseason has transformed Arizona's roster from a problem-riddled puzzle to a potential playoff contender.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Falcons' 'Trader Tom' Dimitroff expects more draft-day deals
ATLANTA (AP) — “Trader Tom” is facing a new challenge as the coronavirus pandemic pushes the NFL draft away from war rooms and into a new virtual world.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Chiefs open in draft after keeping most of their free agents
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — The Kansas City Chiefs have adopted the mantra of “run it back” in recent weeks, which means re-signing just about every important player from their first Super Bowl championship team in five decades in the hopes of winning it all again.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Seahawks draft agenda should begin on the defensive line
RENTON, Wash. (AP) — Maybe this will finally be the year there is a bit of certainty with how the Seattle Seahawks approach the NFL draft.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Panthers expected to turn attention to defense in NFL draft
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) — Look for the Panthers to get defensive in the upcoming NFL draft.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Ex-DePaul softball coach accused of physical, verbal abuse
DePaul ignored allegations that its former softball coach punched an assistant in the face and verbally abused his players and retaliated against the whisteblower by terminating her contract with the school, according to a lawsuit filed Thursday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
GM DeCosta seeks to make Ravens 'undefendable' via NFL draft
OWINGS MILLS, Md. (AP) — The Ravens compiled a franchise-best 14-2 record last season and stormed into the playoffs with a 12-game winning streak, the most prolific rushing offense in NFL history, and a second-year quarterback who would ultimately be voted the league’s MVP.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Burrow to the rescue? Lowly Bengals look for next leader
CINCINNATI (AP) — In 2003, everything was in place for the Bengals to take a quarterback with the first overall draft pick.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Buccaneers seek additional help for Brady in NFL draft
TAMPA, Fla. (AP) — Jason Licht spent the past six years assembling a roster talented enough to make the Tampa Bay Buccaneers an attractive destination for Tom Brady.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Lions might fill void with Ohio State CB Okudah in NFL draft
The Detroit Lions should have an opportunity to turn a weakness into a strength in the NFL draft.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Giants seek tackles, defensive playmakers with No. 4 pick
While he didn't come close to filling all the New York Giants' needs in free agency, general manager Dave Gettleman has put the struggling franchise in position to pick into the strength of the draft.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Tokyo Olympics could cut 'extras' in face of soaring costs
TOKYO (AP) — Tokyo Olympic organizers and the IOC said Thursday they will cut some of the extras out of next year’s postponed games, an attempt to limit what is expected to be billions of dollars in added expenses.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Jordan: Winning 6th NBA title with Bulls was 'trying year'
CHARLOTTE, N.C (AP) — Michael Jordan described his final NBA championship season with the Chicago Bulls as a “trying year.”
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Bundesliga aim to restart in May without fans hit by order
BERLIN (AP) — Extending the ban on large gatherings in Germany to the end of August threatens soccer officials' aim of restarting the Bundesliga in May without spectators.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Astros ace Verlander resumes throwing after groin surgery
Houston Astros ace Justin Verlander has resumed throwing as he recovers from March groin surgery.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Hall of Fame defensive end Willie Davis dead at age 85
Willie Davis, a Pro Football Hall of Fame defensive lineman who helped the Green Bay Packers win each of the first two Super Bowls, has died. He was 85.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Former Alabama prep star Davenport transfers to Georgia
ATLANTA (AP) — Maori Davenport, who drew national attention over an eligibility dispute during her senior year of high school, is transferring to Georgia after playing sparingly in her lone season at Rutgers.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Division II star leads class of small-school draft prospects
INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — Kyle Dugger played most of his college football career in the shadows of higher-profile players and programs.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Oklahoma transfer Sermon added to Buckeyes' hobbled RB corps
COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) — Ohio State coach Ryan Day said the addition of Oklahoma transfer running back Trey Sermon will give the Buckeyes some depth at a position that has become a question mark because of injuries.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Little League World Series faces 0-2 count amid coronavirus
Put them in, coach. The boys and girls of summer are ready to play.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Retro look: Browns return to past, unveil classic uniforms
CLEVELAND (AP) — The Cleveland Browns will look better next season. There's still no guarantees how they'll play or when.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Giants new coach Joe Judge learning and teaching on the fly
Joe Judge isn't heading into his first season as coach of the New York Giants worried about virtual training, when players will be able to report for workouts, or being the new kid in the NFL coaching ranks.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Women's sports likely to bear brunt of coronavirus fallout
Linked to the rising call for gender equity worldwide, women’s sports were enjoying unprecedented attention and support before the coronavirus pandemic.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Coaching carousel slows down amid coronavirus concerns
On March 11, Western Michigan announced it was changing coaches in men’s basketball. The following day, the NCAA Tournament was canceled, and the enormity of the coronavirus crisis started to hit home throughout college sports.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Baker laments lack of blacks in MLB on Jackie Robinson Day
Houston manager Dusty Baker celebrated Jackie Robinson’s legacy on the 73rd anniversary of the fall of the major league color barrier and lamented the lack of African Americans in today’s game.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Washington freshman Jaden McDaniels declares for NBA draft
SEATTLE (AP) — Washington freshman swingman Jaden McDaniels has declared for the NBA draft, becoming the latest one-and-done player for the Huskies.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Oregon's Ionescu looks forward to pro career in the WNBA
PORTLAND, Ore. (AP) — With the spotlight on her growing ever brighter, Sabrina Ionescu is aware she's becoming her own brand.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
University of Cincinnati drops men's soccer in virus fallout
CINCINNATI (AP) — The University of Cincinnati eliminated its men's soccer program Tuesday as other colleges weighed cutbacks because of budget problems resulting from the coronavirus pandemic.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Rams' Allen 1st NFL player to reveal positive COVID-19 test
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Los Angeles Rams center Brian Allen says he tested positive for COVID-19 three weeks ago.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Athletes, teams, celebs are 'All In' to feed hungry
With factories closed, tens of millions out of work and a recession looming because of the coronavirus pandemic, athletes, teams, entertainers and business leaders are donating prized possessions in response to a challenge to feed families suddenly in need.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
QB Goff says Rams dropping Gurley, Cooks was 'super tough'
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Jared Goff knows his job got a whole lot tougher when Todd Gurley and Brandin Cooks left the Los Angeles Rams.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Women's sports likely to bear brunt of coronavirus fallout
Linked to the rising call for gender equity worldwide, women’s sports were enjoying unprecedented attention and support before the coronavirus pandemic.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Rams' Allen 1st NFL player to reveal positive COVID-19 test
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Los Angeles Rams center Brian Allen says he tested positive for COVID-19 three weeks ago.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Former Alabama prep star Davenport transfers to Georgia
ATLANTA (AP) — Maori Davenport, who drew national attention over an eligibility dispute during her senior year of high school, is transferring to Georgia after playing sparingly in her lone season at Rutgers.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
QB Goff says Rams dropping Gurley, Cooks was 'super tough'
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Jared Goff knows his job got a whole lot tougher when Todd Gurley and Brandin Cooks left the Los Angeles Rams.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Giants new coach Joe Judge learning and teaching on the fly
Joe Judge isn't heading into his first season as coach of the New York Giants worried about virtual training, when players will be able to report for workouts, or being the new kid in the NFL coaching ranks.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Division II star leads class of small-school draft prospects
INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — Kyle Dugger played most of his college football career in the shadows of higher-profile players and programs.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Baker laments lack of blacks in MLB on Jackie Robinson Day
Houston manager Dusty Baker celebrated Jackie Robinson’s legacy on the 73rd anniversary of the fall of the major league color barrier and lamented the lack of African Americans in today’s game.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Astros ace Verlander resumes throwing after groin surgery
Houston Astros ace Justin Verlander has resumed throwing as he recovers from March groin surgery.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Athletes, teams, celebs are 'All In' to feed hungry
With factories closed, tens of millions out of work and a recession looming because of the coronavirus pandemic, athletes, teams, entertainers and business leaders are donating prized possessions in response to a challenge to feed families suddenly in need.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Little League World Series faces 0-2 count amid coronavirus
Put them in, coach. The boys and girls of summer are ready to play.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Oklahoma transfer Sermon added to Buckeyes' hobbled RB corps
COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) — Ohio State coach Ryan Day said the addition of Oklahoma transfer running back Trey Sermon will give the Buckeyes some depth at a position that has become a question mark because of injuries.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Retro look: Browns return to past, unveil classic uniforms
CLEVELAND (AP) — The Cleveland Browns will look better next season. There's still no guarantees how they'll play or when.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Hall of Fame defensive end Willie Davis dead at age 85
Willie Davis, a Pro Football Hall of Fame defensive lineman who helped the Green Bay Packers win each of the first two Super Bowls, has died. He was 85.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Washington freshman Jaden McDaniels declares for NBA draft
SEATTLE (AP) — Washington freshman swingman Jaden McDaniels has declared for the NBA draft, becoming the latest one-and-done player for the Huskies.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Bates becomes 1st sophomore to win Gatorade prep hoops award
Emoni Bates of Michigan was awakened with good news on Tuesday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Red Sox manager Roenicke prepares for season in some form
BOSTON (AP) — Ron Roenicke is preparing to play baseball this year.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
European soccer set for UEFA-led talks on restart options
GENEVA (AP) — UEFA will host another round of talks next week with European soccer leaders as they look for a way to end the shutdown caused by the coronavirus pandemic.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Former South American soccer boss will remain in US prison
NEW YORK (AP) — The former head of South American soccer will remain in a U.S. prison.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
AP Source: Iupati returning to Seahawks on 1-year deal
RENTON, Wash. (AP) — Guard Mike Iupati is returning to the Seattle Seahawks on a one-year deal, joining a glut of free agent additions focused on the offensive line.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Lockdown, now meltdown: Scottish soccer engulfed in chaos
Scottish soccer isn’t just in lockdown. It’s in meltdown, too.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Stadium work mostly ongoing, though altered by pandemic
SEATTLE (AP) — Workers are still showing up in Inglewood, California, Las Vegas and Seattle and making progress on stadium and arena projects.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Coaching carousel slows down amid coronavirus concerns
On March 11, Western Michigan announced it was changing coaches in men’s basketball. The following day, the NCAA Tournament was canceled, and the enormity of the coronavirus crisis started to hit home throughout college sports.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
MLS says goal of playing full season increasingly difficult
Major League Soccer says the chances of returning to action in mid-May now look extremely unlikely and that achieving its goal of getting in a full 34-game regular season is also becoming increasingly difficult.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Mom of T-wolves star Karl-Anthony Towns dies from COVID-19
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — Jacqueline Cruz-Towns, the mother of Minnesota Timberwolves center Karl-Anthony Towns, died Monday due to complications from COVID-19 after more than a month of fighting the virus. She was 58.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Oregon's Ionescu looks forward to pro career in the WNBA
PORTLAND, Ore. (AP) — With the spotlight on her growing ever brighter, Sabrina Ionescu is aware she's becoming her own brand.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Deserted icons: Oklahoma City loses NCAA softball WCWS
OKLAHOMA CITY (AP) — Last spring, Brandon Baker seized a rare chance to break out his rain playlist in front of nearly 10,000 people.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
AP Interview: Sports medicine leader promotes virus protocol
ROME (AP) — While soccer leagues around Europe are still debating whether and when to resume playing, the leader of the continent’s Federation of Sports Medicine Associations is calling for a detailed series of tests to clear athletes before they return to training.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
AP source: Panthers make McCaffrey highest-paid running back
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) — The Carolina Panthers have rewarded Christian McCaffrey for his production and versatility, making him the highest-paid running back in the NFL.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
University of Cincinnati drops men's soccer in virus fallout
CINCINNATI (AP) — The University of Cincinnati eliminated its men's soccer program Tuesday as other colleges weighed cutbacks because of budget problems resulting from the coronavirus pandemic.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Ingram: McCaffrey, other running backs deserve big contracts
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) — Ravens running back Mark Ingram praised the Panthers’ decision to give All-Pro Christian McCaffrey a $16 million-a-year contract and said he’d like to see other top young running backs paid, too.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Oregon's Ionescu looks forward to pro career in the WNBA
PORTLAND, Ore. (AP) — With the spotlight on her growing ever brighter, Sabrina Ionescu is aware she's becoming her own brand.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
AP Source: Iupati returning to Seahawks on 1-year deal
RENTON, Wash. (AP) — Guard Mike Iupati is returning to the Seattle Seahawks on a one-year deal, joining a glut of free agent additions focused on the offensive line.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Ingram: McCaffrey, other running backs deserve big contracts
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) — Ravens running back Mark Ingram praised the Panthers’ decision to give All-Pro Christian McCaffrey a $16 million-a-year contract and said he’d like to see other top young running backs paid, too.
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Red Sox manager Roenicke prepares for season in some form
BOSTON (AP) — Ron Roenicke is preparing to play baseball this year.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
MLS says goal of playing full season increasingly difficult
Major League Soccer says the chances of returning to action in mid-May now look extremely unlikely and that achieving its goal of getting in a full 34-game regular season is also becoming increasingly difficult.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
University of Cincinnati drops men's soccer in virus fallout
CINCINNATI (AP) — The University of Cincinnati eliminated its men's soccer program Tuesday as other colleges weighed cutbacks because of budget problems resulting from the coronavirus pandemic.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Stadium work mostly ongoing, though altered by pandemic
SEATTLE (AP) — Workers are still showing up in Inglewood, California, Las Vegas and Seattle and making progress on stadium and arena projects.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
European soccer set for UEFA-led talks on restart options
GENEVA (AP) — UEFA will host another round of talks next week with European soccer leaders as they look for a way to end the shutdown caused by the coronavirus pandemic.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Former South American soccer boss will remain in US prison
NEW YORK (AP) — The former head of South American soccer will remain in a U.S. prison.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
AP Interview: Sports medicine leader promotes virus protocol
ROME (AP) — While soccer leagues around Europe are still debating whether and when to resume playing, the leader of the continent’s Federation of Sports Medicine Associations is calling for a detailed series of tests to clear athletes before they return to training.
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Bates becomes 1st sophomore to win Gatorade prep hoops award
Emoni Bates of Michigan was awakened with good news on Tuesday.
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Lockdown, now meltdown: Scottish soccer engulfed in chaos
Scottish soccer isn’t just in lockdown. It’s in meltdown, too.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Tokyo has no 'Plan B' for another Olympic postponement
TOKYO (AP) — There is no “Plan B” for the Olympics if they need to be postponed again because of the coronavirus pandemic, Tokyo organizers said Tuesday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
'64 Tokyo Olympics: A man from Hiroshima lights the cauldron
TOKYO (AP) — It was the year Cassius Clay won the heavyweight championship and became Muhammad Ali. When Roy Emerson of Australia and Maria Bueno of Brazil took the titles at Wimbledon, when Arnold Palmer claimed his fourth and final Masters, and when the Beatles arrived on a Pan Am …
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Tokyo 2020: "No B Plan" for another Olympic Postponement
TOKYO (AP) — Tokyo organizers said Tuesday they have no “B Plan” in the event the Olympics need to be postponed again because of the coronavirus pandemic.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
MLS goalkeeper moonlights as children's book author
PORTLAND, Ore. (AP) — Jeff Attinella is unique in that he's the only MLS goalkeeper who can also say he's a children's book author, a side job that has helped earn him the nickname “Dadtinella" from the Portland Timbers faithful.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Karnisovas sets course to boost Bulls toward ultimate prize
CHICAGO (AP) — Arturas Karnisovas developed a passion for the Chicago Bulls when he was a teenager in Lithuania. He watched from afar as Michael Jordan set out on a path that turned Chicago into a championship dynasty and a global brand.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Deserted icons: No College World Series hits Omaha hard
OMAHA, Neb. (AP) — Rich Tokheim's sports apparel shop is right across the street from TD Ameritrade Park. More than half his annual revenue comes in the 11 or 12 days of the College World Series each June.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Popular NYC sports photographer dead at 48 from COVID-19
NEW YORK (AP) — Anthony Causi, a highly skilled and exceedingly popular sports photographer for The New York Post who covered the city’s teams for 25 years, died Sunday from the new coronavirus. He was 48.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Sports Down Under seem a long way off due to new coronavirus
Australia is doing no better or worse than other countries deprived of their professional sport due to the new coronavirus. Which is probably surprising in itself.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
What Would Have Been: Live sports events shuttered by virus
With the national sports calendar now in its second month on hold because of the coronavirus pandemic, The Associated Press looks at what would have been held the week of April 13-19:
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The buck stops: Cowboys hanging on until rodeos start again
On the back of a bucking bronco,
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Spanish soccer still arguing despite pandemic
MADRID (AP) — Not even the coronavirus pandemic has softened the power struggle between soccer organisations in Spain.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Broadcast crews struggling after sports go dark
Greg Calvin believed his job as an audio technician could survive most economic downturns because people will keep watching sports while the networks that air the games still receive advertising revenue.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Mom of T-wolves star Karl-Anthony Towns dies from COVID-19
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — Jacqueline Cruz-Towns, the mother of Minnesota Timberwolves center Karl-Anthony Towns, died Monday due to complications from COVID-19 after more than a month of fighting the virus. She was 58.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Deserted icons: Oklahoma City loses NCAA softball WCWS
OKLAHOMA CITY (AP) — Last spring, Brandon Baker seized a rare chance to break out his rain playlist in front of nearly 10,000 people.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
USA Cycling putting timely emphasis on personal well-being
LENEXA, Kan. (AP) — Kelsey Erickson had spent nearly a decade working in the mucky world of international anti-doping when she heard that USA Cycling was looking for someone to build and administer a wellness program for riders at all levels.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
AP source: Panthers make McCaffrey highest-paid running back
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) — The Carolina Panthers have rewarded Christian McCaffrey for his production and versatility, making him the highest-paid running back in the NFL.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Sports Down Under seem a long way off due to new coronavirus
Australia is doing no better or worse than other countries deprived of their professional sport due to the new coronavirus. Which is probably surprising in itself.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Mom of T-wolves star Karl-Anthony Towns dies from COVID-19
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — Jacqueline Cruz-Towns, the mother of Minnesota Timberwolves center Karl-Anthony Towns, died Monday due to complications from COVID-19 after more than a month of fighting the virus. She was 59.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Karnisovas sets course to boost Bulls toward ultimate prize
CHICAGO (AP) — Arturas Karnisovas developed a passion for the Chicago Bulls when he was a teenager in Lithuania. He watched from afar as Michael Jordan set out on a path that turned Chicago into a championship dynasty and a global brand.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
AP source: Panthers make McCaffrey highest-paid running back
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) — The Carolina Panthers have rewarded Christian McCaffrey for his production and versatility, making him the highest-paid running back in the NFL.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Broadcast crews struggling after sports go dark
Greg Calvin believed his job as an audio technician could survive most economic downturns because people will keep watching sports while the networks that air the games still receive advertising revenue.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Bulls fire Forman, announce Karnisovas hire, reassign Paxson
CHICAGO (AP) — The Chicago Bulls fired general manager Gar Forman on Monday, while officially hiring Denver Nuggets GM Arturas Karnisovas as their executive vice president of basketball operations and moving John Paxson into an advisory role.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
What Would Have Been: Live sports events shuttered by virus
With the national sports calendar now in its second month on hold because of the coronavirus pandemic, The Associated Press looks at what would have been held the week of April 13-19:
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Delay costs IOC 'several hundred million'; Japan pays rest
TOKYO (AP) — The International Olympic Committee will face “several hundred million dollars” of added costs because of the postponement of the Tokyo Games, the body's president said.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Popular NYC sports photographer dead at 48 from COVID-19
NEW YORK (AP) — Anthony Causi, a highly skilled and exceedingly popular sports photographer for The New York Post who covered the city’s teams for 25 years, died Sunday from the new coronavirus. He was 48.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
MLS goalkeeper moonlights as children's book author
PORTLAND, Ore. (AP) — Jeff Attinella is unique in that he's the only MLS goalkeeper who can also say he's a children's book author, a side job that has helped earn him the nickname “Dadtinella" from the Portland Timbers faithful.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Pandemic puts first-year football coaches in deeper bind
Nick Rolovich dived right in when Washington State hired him in January. Like all first-year coaches, he had to make up ground in a hurry.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Amid uncertainty, college football trying to plan for season
COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) — Spring football was shelved because of the coronavirus. There is still plenty of work going on in college football.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Deserted icons: No College World Series hits Omaha hard
OMAHA, Neb. (AP) — Rich Tokheim's sports apparel shop is right across the street from TD Ameritrade Park. More than half his annual revenue comes in the 11 or 12 days of the College World Series each June.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
The buck stops: Cowboys hanging on until rodeos start again
On the back of a bucking bronco,
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Gurley says deal with Falcons 'like a little homecoming'
ATLANTA (AP) — Todd Gurley can't think of a better way to prove he is still one of the NFL's elite running backs than a homecoming to the state of Georgia.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Browns new GM Berry prepared for unique, "virtual" draft
CLEVELAND (AP) — With degrees from Harvard in economics and computer science, Browns general manager Andrew Berry would seem perfectly suited to handle any pitfalls or problems he might encounter in his first NFL draft — a draft like no other.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Spanish soccer still arguing despite pandemic
MADRID (AP) — Not even the coronavirus pandemic has softened the power struggle between soccer organisations in Spain.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Rivera aims to start changing culture around Redskins
WASHINGTON (AP) — Ron Rivera made plenty of mistakes as a first-time NFL head coach that he hopes not to repeat this time around.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Swiss prosecutors intend to drop 1 FIFA case against Blatter
GENEVA (AP) — In a legal victory for former FIFA president Sepp Blatter, federal prosecutors in Switzerland plan to drop one of two cases open against him for suspected criminal mismanagement.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Deserted icons: Oklahoma City loses NCAA softball WCWS
OKLAHOMA CITY (AP) — Last spring, Brandon Baker seized a rare chance to break out his rain playlist in front of nearly 10,000 people.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
USA Cycling putting timely emphasis on personal well-being
LENEXA, Kan. (AP) — Kelsey Erickson had spent nearly a decade working in the mucky world of international anti-doping when she heard that USA Cycling was looking for someone to build and administer a wellness program for riders at all levels.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Ex-soccer boss Napout denied compassionate prison release
NEW YORK (AP) — A federal judge denied a request by the former head of South American soccer to be given compassionate release from prison because of the new coronavirus pandemic but reserved judgment Friday on his request for to be let out on bail pending his appeal.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
30 MLB players sign on for The Show video game tournament
NEW YORK (AP) — Blake Snell, Juan Soto and Bo Bichette are among the baseball stars switching over to PlayStation with America's pastime on hold.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
AP Source: LA Rams trade WR Brandin Cooks to Texans
LOS ANGELES (AP) — The Los Angeles Rams are trading receiver Brandin Cooks to the Houston Texans, according to a person familiar with the deal.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Motor racing great Stirling Moss dies aged 90
LONDON (AP) — Stirling Moss, a daring, speed-loving Englishman regarded as the greatest Formula One driver never to win the world championship, has died. He was 90.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
The buck stops: Cowboys hanging on until rodeos start again
On the back of a bucking bronco,
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Deserted icons: Oklahoma City loses NCAA softball WCWS
OKLAHOMA CITY (AP) — Last spring, Brandon Baker seized a rare chance to break out his rain playlist in front of nearly 10,000 people.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
MLS goalkeeper moonlights as children's book author
PORTLAND, Ore. (AP) — Jeff Attinella is unique in that he's the only MLS goalkeeper who can also say he's a children's book author, a side job that has helped earn him the nickname “Dadtinella" from the Portland Timbers faithful.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Some Ivy schools deny withdrawing option to spring athletes
NEW YORK (AP) — Ivy League schools Harvard, Yale and Princeton will not allow their spring athletes to withdraw and return next year to preserve an extra year of eligibility.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Pandemic puts first-year football coaches in deeper bind
Nick Rolovich dived right in when Washington State hired him in January. Like all first-year coaches, he had to make up ground in a hurry.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Devils defenseman P.K. Subban is host of new NHL trivia show
Tired of sitting around the house and watching reruns on television every day?
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Amid uncertainty, college football trying to plan for season
COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) — Spring football was shelved because of the coronavirus. There is still plenty of work going on in college football.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Deserted icons: No College World Series hits Omaha hard
OMAHA, Neb. (AP) — Rich Tokheim's sports apparel shop is right across the street from TD Ameritrade Park. More than half his annual revenue comes in the 11 or 12 days of the College World Series each June.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Gurley says deal with Falcons 'like a little homecoming'
ATLANTA (AP) — Todd Gurley can't think of a better way to prove he is still one of the NFL's elite running backs than a homecoming to the state of Georgia.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Browns new GM Berry prepared for unique, "virtual" draft
CLEVELAND (AP) — With degrees from Harvard in economics and computer science, Browns general manager Andrew Berry would seem perfectly suited to handle any pitfalls or problems he might encounter in his first NFL draft — a draft like no other.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Spanish soccer still arguing despite pandemic
MADRID (AP) — Not even the coronavirus pandemic has softened the power struggle between soccer organisations in Spain.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Former Fox execs stay free on $15M bond each in soccer case
NEW YORK (AP) — Two former 21st Century Fox Inc. executives were allowed to remain free on $15 million appearance bonds, three days after they were indicted as part of the U.S. government’s investigation of soccer corruption.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Rivera aims to start changing culture around Redskins
WASHINGTON (AP) — Ron Rivera made plenty of mistakes as a first-time NFL head coach that he hopes not to repeat this time around.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Swiss prosecutors intend to drop 1 FIFA case against Blatter
GENEVA (AP) — In a legal victory for former FIFA president Sepp Blatter, federal prosecutors in Switzerland plan to drop one of two cases open against him for suspected criminal mismanagement.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Staley thinks No. 1 South Carolina is national champs
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — South Carolina coach Dawn Staley believes her top-ranked Gamecocks are the women's basketball national champions, even without an NCAA Tournament trophy to put in their display case due to the pandemic-shortened season.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
On-the-go sports stars embrace family time during shutdown
Blake Wheeler and the Winnipeg Jets would have been on the road last week, trying to make a final push for the playoffs had the National Hockey League season not been called off because of the pandemic.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
USA Cycling putting timely emphasis on personal well-being
LENEXA, Kan. (AP) — Kelsey Erickson had spent nearly a decade working in the mucky world of international anti-doping when she heard that USA Cycling was looking for someone to build and administer a wellness program for riders at all levels.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
HBCU NFL hopefuls adjust after canceled pro days, combine
De’Montrez Burroughs looked at it as his best shot to accomplish his NFL dream.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Ex-soccer boss Napout denied compassionate prison release
NEW YORK (AP) — A federal judge denied a request by the former head of South American soccer to be given compassionate release from prison because of the new coronavirus pandemic but reserved judgment Friday on his request for to be let out on bail pending his appeal.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
30 MLB players sign on for The Show video game tournament
NEW YORK (AP) — Blake Snell, Juan Soto and Bo Bichette are among the baseball stars switching over to PlayStation with America's pastime on hold.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Rich Eisen's show to begin 2-month run on NBCSN
Rich Eisen's weekday talk show will have a new home for the next two months.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
AP Source: LA Rams trade WR Brandin Cooks to Texans
LOS ANGELES (AP) — The Los Angeles Rams are trading receiver Brandin Cooks to the Houston Texans, according to a person familiar with the deal.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
MLS goalkeeper moonlights as children's book author
PORTLAND, Ore. (AP) — Jeff Attinella is unique in that he's the only MLS goalkeeper who can also say he's a children's book author, a side job that has helped earn him the nickname “Dadtinella" from the Portland Timbers faithful.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
USA Cycling putting timely emphasis on personal well-being
LENEXA, Kan. (AP) — Kelsey Erickson had spent nearly a decade working in the mucky world of international anti-doping when she heard that USA Cycling was looking for someone to build and administer a wellness program for riders at all levels.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Deserted icons: No College World Series hits Omaha hard
OMAHA, Neb. (AP) — Rich Tokheim's sports apparel shop is right across the street from TD Ameritrade Park. More than half his annual revenue comes in the 11 or 12 days of the College World Series each June.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Spanish soccer still arguing despite pandemic
MADRID (AP) — Not even the coronavirus pandemic has softened the power struggle between soccer organisations in Spain.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Swiss prosecutors intend to drop 1 FIFA case against Blatter
GENEVA (AP) — In a legal victory for former FIFA president Sepp Blatter, federal prosecutors in Switzerland plan to drop one of two cases open against him for suspected criminal mismanagement.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Some Ivy schools deny withdrawing option to spring athletes
NEW YORK (AP) — Ivy League schools Harvard, Yale and Princeton will not allow their spring athletes to withdraw and return next year to preserve an extra year of eligibility.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Pandemic puts first-year football coaches in deeper bind
Nick Rolovich dived right in when Washington State hired him in January. Like all first-year coaches, he had to make up ground in a hurry.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Devils defenseman P.K. Subban is host of new NHL trivia show
Tired of sitting around the house and watching reruns on television every day?
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Amid uncertainty, college football trying to plan for season
COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) — Spring football was shelved because of the coronavirus. There is still plenty of work going on in college football.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Gurley says deal with Falcons 'like a little homecoming'
ATLANTA (AP) — Todd Gurley can't think of a better way to prove he is still one of the NFL's elite running backs than a homecoming to the state of Georgia.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Browns new GM Berry prepared for unique, "virtual" draft
CLEVELAND (AP) — With degrees from Harvard in economics and computer science, Browns general manager Andrew Berry would seem perfectly suited to handle any pitfalls or problems he might encounter in his first NFL draft — a draft like no other.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Michigan AP D1 POY Bates is not in rush to finish HS early
Emoni Bates does not appear to be interested in reclassifying to make next season his last at Ypsilanti Lincoln High School, a move that would put him on the path to play college basketball early and guarantee his eligibility for the 2022 NBA Draft.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
College baseball talent level to go up with change to draft
As disappointing as it's been to have the college baseball season shut down because of the coronavirus pandemic, Michigan coach Erik Bakich sees a silver lining.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Former Fox execs stay free on $15M bond each in soccer case
NEW YORK (AP) — Two former 21st Century Fox Inc. executives were allowed to remain free on $15 million appearance bonds, three days after they were indicted as part of the U.S. government’s investigation of soccer corruption.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
A&M boss says full football sked could occur with Oct. start
Texas A&M Chancellor John Sharp said Wednesday that officials believe a 13-game college football schedule would be possible even if the start of the season was delayed until October because of the new coronavirus.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
AP source: Bulls tab Nuggets' Karnisovas to lead operations
CHICAGO (AP) — The Chicago Bulls came into the season thinking they were poised to contend for a playoff spot. The plan did not unfold the way they envisioned, and now, they have a new leader in the front office.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
AP source: Chiefs bring back CB Breeland on 1-year deal
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — The Kansas City Chiefs are bringing back cornerback Bashaud Breeland on a one-year deal that could be worth up to $4.5 million, helping to alleviate one of the Super Bowl champions' biggest concerns ahead of the NFL draft.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Rivera aims to start changing culture around Redskins
WASHINGTON (AP) — Ron Rivera made plenty of mistakes as a first-time NFL head coach that he hopes not to repeat this time around.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Staley thinks No. 1 South Carolina is national champs
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — South Carolina coach Dawn Staley believes her top-ranked Gamecocks are the women's basketball national champions, even without an NCAA Tournament trophy to put in their display case due to the pandemic-shortened season.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
On-the-go sports stars embrace family time during shutdown
Blake Wheeler and the Winnipeg Jets would have been on the road last week, trying to make a final push for the playoffs had the National Hockey League season not been called off because of the pandemic.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
HBCU NFL hopefuls adjust after canceled pro days, combine
De’Montrez Burroughs looked at it as his best shot to accomplish his NFL dream.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Ex-soccer boss Napout denied compassionate prison release
NEW YORK (AP) — A federal judge denied a request by the former head of South American soccer to be given compassionate release from prison because of the new coronavirus pandemic but reserved judgment Friday on his request for to be let out on bail pending his appeal.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
30 MLB players sign on for The Show video game tournament
NEW YORK (AP) — Blake Snell, Juan Soto and Bo Bichette are among the baseball stars switching over to PlayStation with America's pastime on hold.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Rich Eisen's show to begin 2-month run on NBCSN
Rich Eisen's weekday talk show will have a new home for the next two months.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
AP Source: LA Rams trade WR Brandin Cooks to Texans
LOS ANGELES (AP) — The Los Angeles Rams are trading receiver Brandin Cooks to the Houston Texans, according to a person familiar with the deal.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Coronavirus shutdown presents challenges for teams, sponsors
CHICAGO (AP) — There are no sponsored power plays at the moment.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Rivera aims to start changing culture around Redskins
WASHINGTON (AP) — Ron Rivera made plenty of mistakes as a first-time NFL head coach that he hopes not to repeat this time around.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Amid uncertainty, college football trying to plan for season
COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) — Spring football was shelved because of the coronavirus. There is still plenty of work going on in college football.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Gurley says deal with Falcons 'like a little homecoming'
ATLANTA (AP) — Todd Gurley can't think of a better way to prove he is still one of the NFL's elite running backs than a homecoming to the state of Georgia.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Browns new GM Berry prepared for unique, "virtual" draft
CLEVELAND (AP) — With degrees from Harvard in economics and computer science, Browns general manager Andrew Berry would seem perfectly suited to handle any pitfalls or problems he might encounter in his first NFL draft — a draft like no other.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Ex-soccer boss Napout denied compassionate prison release
NEW YORK (AP) — A federal judge denied a request by the former head of South American soccer to be given compassionate release from prison because of the new coronavirus pandemic but reserved judgment Friday on his request for to be let out on bail pending his appeal.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Pandemic puts first-year football coaches in deeper bind
Nick Rolovich dived right in when Washington State hired him in January. Like all first-year coaches, he had to make up ground in a hurry.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
30 MLB players sign on for The Show video game tournament
NEW YORK (AP) — Blake Snell, Juan Soto and Bo Bichette are among the baseball stars switching over to PlayStation with America's pastime on hold.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Tokyo Olympic CEO hints games could be in doubt even in 2021
TOKYO (AP) — As the coronavirus spreads in Japan, the chief executive of the Tokyo Games said Friday he can’t guarantee the postponed Olympics will be staged next year — even with the long delay.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Some Ivy schools deny withdrawing option to spring athletes
NEW YORK (AP) — Ivy League schools Harvard, Yale and Princeton will not allow their spring athletes to withdraw and return next year to preserve an extra year of eligibility.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Brady: It was 'just time' to leave Pats for new challenge
TAMPA, Fla. (AP) — Tom Brady entered his final season in New England with a strong inkling that it would be his last with the Patriots.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Redskins weigh drafting Chase Young vs. trading No. 2 pick
WASHINGTON (AP) — It has long seemed like a virtual certainty that the Redskins will take Chase Young with the second pick in the NFL draft.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Devils defenseman P.K. Subban is host of new NHL trivia show
Tired of sitting around the house and watching reruns on television every day?
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Olympians become trainers to help those stranded at home
DÜSSELDORF, Germany (AP) — Moving from the track to the living room, many athletes around the world are doing their bit to boost public health during the coronavirus pandemic.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
AP Source: LA Rams trade WR Brandin Cooks to Texans
LOS ANGELES (AP) — The Los Angeles Rams are trading receiver Brandin Cooks to the Houston Texans, according to a person familiar with the deal.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Bundesliga future still in the air amid virus outbreak
BERLIN (AP) — With soccer teams in Germany resuming training in small groups this week, there is optimism among some that the Bundesliga will be able to resume in May.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Michigan AP D1 POY Bates is not in rush to finish HS early
Emoni Bates does not appear to be interested in reclassifying to make next season his last at Ypsilanti Lincoln High School, a move that would put him on the path to play college basketball early and guarantee his eligibility for the 2022 NBA Draft.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
College baseball talent level to go up with change to draft
As disappointing as it's been to have the college baseball season shut down because of the coronavirus pandemic, Michigan coach Erik Bakich sees a silver lining.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Former Fox execs stay free on $15M bond each in soccer case
NEW YORK (AP) — Two former 21st Century Fox Inc. executives were allowed to remain free on $15 million appearance bonds, three days after they were indicted as part of the U.S. government’s investigation of soccer corruption.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
A&M boss says full football sked could occur with Oct. start
Texas A&M Chancellor John Sharp said Wednesday that officials believe a 13-game college football schedule would be possible even if the start of the season was delayed until October because of the new coronavirus.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
AP source: Bulls tab Nuggets' Karnisovas to lead operations
CHICAGO (AP) — The Chicago Bulls came into the season thinking they were poised to contend for a playoff spot. The plan did not unfold the way they envisioned, and now, they have a new leader in the front office.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
AP source: Chiefs bring back CB Breeland on 1-year deal
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — The Kansas City Chiefs are bringing back cornerback Bashaud Breeland on a one-year deal that could be worth up to $4.5 million, helping to alleviate one of the Super Bowl champions' biggest concerns ahead of the NFL draft.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Hertha Berlin hires Labbadia as 4th coach of the season
BERLIN (AP) — Hertha Berlin hired Bruno Labbadia as the club’s fourth coach of the season on Thursday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Staley thinks No. 1 South Carolina is national champs
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — South Carolina coach Dawn Staley believes her top-ranked Gamecocks are the women's basketball national champions, even without an NCAA Tournament trophy to put in their display case due to the pandemic-shortened season.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Clippers working out together _ via video _ during shutdown
LOS ANGELES (AP) — The Los Angeles Clippers are getting together for workouts while the NBA season is suspended — via video conference calls.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
On-the-go sports stars embrace family time during shutdown
Blake Wheeler and the Winnipeg Jets would have been on the road last week, trying to make a final push for the playoffs had the National Hockey League season not been called off because of the pandemic.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Army coach Monken says players adapting to virus disruption
Army football coach Jeff Monken sees a teaching point in all the disruption caused by the novel coronavirus.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
HBCU NFL hopefuls adjust after canceled pro days, combine
De’Montrez Burroughs looked at it as his best shot to accomplish his NFL dream.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Rich Eisen's show to begin 2-month run on NBCSN
Rich Eisen's weekday talk show will have a new home for the next two months.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Oklahoma State's Gundy targets May 1 return to football
Oklahoma State coach Mike Gundy said Tuesday he hopes to have his team return to its facilities on May 1, a proposed timetable that would defy federal social-distancing guidelines and was quickly disputed by the university and its athletic director.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
Coronavirus shutdown presents challenges for teams, sponsors
CHICAGO (AP) — There are no sponsored power plays at the moment.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
LeBron: Closure not likely unless Lakers can finish season
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Instead of preparing for a playoff run, LeBron James is mostly spending the spring playing hoops with his teenage sons and enjoying tea time with his young daughter.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
AP source: Bulls tab Nuggets' Karnisovas to lead operations
CHICAGO (AP) — The Chicago Bulls came into the season thinking they were poised to contend for a playoff spot. The plan did not unfold the way they envisioned, and now, they have a new leader in the front office.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO
AP Source: LA Rams trade WR Brandin Cooks to Texans
LOS ANGELES (AP) — The Los Angeles Rams are trading receiver Brandin Cooks to the Houston Texans, according to a person familiar with the deal.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Some Ivy schools deny withdrawing option to spring athletes
NEW YORK (AP) — Ivy League schools Harvard, Yale and Princeton will not allow their spring athletes to withdraw and return next year to preserve an extra year of eligibility.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Michigan AP D1 POY Bates is not in rush to finish HS early
Emoni Bates does not appear to be interested in reclassifying to make next season his last at Ypsilanti Lincoln High School, a move that would put him on the path to play college basketball early and guarantee his eligibility for the 2022 NBA Draft.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Rich Eisen's show to begin 2-month run on NBCSN
Rich Eisen's weekday talk show will have a new home for the next two months.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Staley thinks No. 1 South Carolina is national champs
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — South Carolina coach Dawn Staley believes her top-ranked Gamecocks are the women's basketball national champions, even without an NCAA Tournament trophy to put in their display case due to the pandemic-shortened season.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Night lights at school fields across nation a 'sign of hope'
The virus outbreak weighed heavily on Brett Beesley's heart and mind as the Dumas High School principal drove past the stadium along the main highway in his Texas Panhandle town.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Former Fox execs stay free on $15M bond each in soccer case
NEW YORK (AP) — Two former 21st Century Fox Inc. executives were allowed to remain free on $15 million appearance bonds, three days after they were indicted as part of the U.S. government’s investigation of soccer corruption.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
AP source: Chiefs bring back CB Breeland on 1-year deal
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — The Kansas City Chiefs are bringing back cornerback Bashaud Breeland on a one-year deal that could be worth up to $4.5 million, helping to alleviate one of the Super Bowl champions' biggest concerns ahead of the NFL draft.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
HBCU NFL hopefuls adjust after canceled pro days, combine
De’Montrez Burroughs looked at it as his best shot to accomplish his NFL dream.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Coronavirus shutdown presents challenges for teams, sponsors
CHICAGO (AP) — There are no sponsored power plays at the moment.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Bundesliga future still in the air amid virus outbreak
BERLIN (AP) — With soccer teams in Germany resuming training in small groups this week, there is optimism among some that the Bundesliga will be able to resume in May.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Hertha Berlin hires Labbadia as 4th coach of the season
BERLIN (AP) — Hertha Berlin hired Bruno Labbadia as the club’s fourth coach of the season on Thursday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Olympians become trainers to help those stranded at home
DÜSSELDORF, Germany (AP) — Moving from the track to the living room, many athletes around the world are doing their bit to boost public health during the coronavirus pandemic.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Former MLS player helping Spain in fight against coronavirus
MADRID (AP) — Toni Dovale has a different routine than most Spanish soccer players during the coronavirus pandemic.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Redskins weigh drafting Chase Young vs. trading No. 2 pick
WASHINGTON (AP) — It has long seemed like a virtual certainty that the Redskins will take Chase Young with the second pick in the NFL draft.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Ripken heads charity campaign, longs for baseball's return
BALTIMORE (AP) — Cal Ripken Jr. has launched a campaign to help feed children and families across the country during the COVID-19 pandemic, coordinating a contribution of $250,000 and opening a social media account for the first time to promote the cause.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Caribbean soccer officials appeal ouster by FIFA at court
GENEVA (AP) — Soccer officials in Trinidad and Tobago have appealed a decision by FIFA to oust them less than four months after winning an election against a candidate who supported the world body.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Sportsbooks are dark and odds are long in Las Vegas
LAS VEGAS (AP) — Nobody would have given odds on this.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Brockers grateful to rejoin Rams after Ravens deal collapsed
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Michael Brockers began his first trip into free agency with uncertainty and excitement about what might be next in an eight-year NFL career spent entirely with the Los Angeles Rams.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Red Sox ace Sale confident he'll be strong after Tommy John
BOSTON (AP) — Red Sox left-hander Chris Sale says he has no regrets about the timing of his recent Tommy John surgery and is confident he can return as a stronger pitcher following his yearlong rehab.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
College baseball talent level to go up with change to draft
As disappointing as it's been to have the college baseball season shut down because of the coronavirus pandemic, Michigan coach Erik Bakich sees a silver lining.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Rhule: Bridgewater was 'right fit' because he knows offense
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) — First-year head coach Matt Rhule said Teddy Bridgewater’s familiarity with the team’s offensive scheme made him the “right fit” at quarterback for the Carolina Panthers and ultimately
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Russia flatly denies US allegation of World Cup bid bribes
GENEVA (AP) — Russian officials on Tuesday flatly denied bribing a FIFA voter with millions of dollars to support the country's winning 2018 World Cup bid, after American prosecutors revealed new details about the alleged payments.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
A&M boss says full football sked could occur with Oct. start
Texas A&M Chancellor John Sharp said Wednesday that officials believe a 13-game college football schedule would be possible even if the start of the season was delayed until October because of the new coronavirus.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
New women's coach Schaefer answering a 'calling' to Texas
AUSTIN, Texas (AP) — For Vic Schaefer, the decision to take over the Texas women's basketball program was profoundly personal.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Clippers working out together _ via video _ during shutdown
LOS ANGELES (AP) — The Los Angeles Clippers are getting together for workouts while the NBA season is suspended — via video conference calls.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Army coach Monken says players adapting to virus disruption
Army football coach Jeff Monken sees a teaching point in all the disruption caused by the novel coronavirus.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Oklahoma State's Gundy targets May 1 return to football
Oklahoma State coach Mike Gundy said Tuesday he hopes to have his team return to its facilities on May 1, a proposed timetable that would defy federal social-distancing guidelines and was quickly disputed by the university and its athletic director.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Brady: It was 'just time' to leave Pats for new challenge
TAMPA, Fla. (AP) — Tom Brady entered his final season in New England with a strong inkling that it would be his last with the Patriots.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
LeBron: Closure not likely unless Lakers can finish season
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Instead of preparing for a playoff run, LeBron James is mostly spending the spring playing hoops with his teenage sons and enjoying tea time with his young daughter.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Clippers working out together _ via video _ during shutdown
LOS ANGELES (AP) — The Los Angeles Clippers are getting together for workouts while the NBA season is suspended — via video conference calls.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
LeBron: Closure not likely unless Lakers can finish season
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Instead of preparing for a playoff run, LeBron James is mostly spending the spring playing hoops with his teenage sons and enjoying tea time with his young daughter.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
A&M boss says full football sked could occur with Oct. start
Texas A&M Chancellor John Sharp said Wednesday that officials believe a 13-game college football schedule would be possible even if the start of the season was delayed until October because of the new coronavirus.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Rhule: Bridgewater was 'right fit' because he knows offense
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) — First-year head coach Matt Rhule said Teddy Bridgewater’s familiarity with the team’s offensive scheme made him the “right fit” at quarterback for the Carolina Panthers and ultimately
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Caribbean soccer officials appeal ouster by FIFA at court
GENEVA (AP) — Soccer officials in Trinidad and Tobago have appealed a decision by FIFA to oust them less than four months after winning an election against a candidate who supported the world body.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Brady: It was 'just time' to leave Pats for new challenge
TAMPA, Fla. (AP) — Tom Brady entered his final season in New England with a strong inkling that it would be his last with the Patriots.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Former MLS player helping Spain in fight against coronavirus
MADRID (AP) — Toni Dovale has a different routine than most Spanish soccer players during the coronavirus pandemic.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Tokyo Olympic flame taken off display; next stop unclear
TOKYO (AP) — The Tokyo Olympic flame has been taken off public display in Japan. And it’s not clear when it will reappear again or where — or under what conditions.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Redskins weigh drafting Chase Young vs. trading No. 2 pick
WASHINGTON (AP) — It has long seemed like a virtual certainty that the Redskins will take Chase Young with the second pick in the NFL draft.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Texas hires Schaefer from Mississippi State
AUSTIN, Texas (AP) — Texas moved quickly to hire a new women's basketball coach, luring Vic Schaefer away from powerhouse Mississippi State on Sunday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Ripken heads charity campaign, longs for baseball's return
BALTIMORE (AP) — Cal Ripken Jr. has launched a campaign to help feed children and families across the country during the COVID-19 pandemic, coordinating a contribution of $250,000 and opening a social media account for the first time to promote the cause.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
College baseball talent level to go up with change to draft
As disappointing as it's been to have the college baseball season shut down because of the coronavirus pandemic, Michigan coach Erik Bakich sees a silver lining.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Sportsbooks are dark and odds are long in Las Vegas
LAS VEGAS (AP) — Nobody would have given odds on this.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Brockers grateful to rejoin Rams after Ravens deal collapsed
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Michael Brockers began his first trip into free agency with uncertainty and excitement about what might be next in an eight-year NFL career spent entirely with the Los Angeles Rams.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Pro day cancellations forcing changes to NFL draft process
INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — Bill Polian simplified the NFL's draft process years ago.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Red Sox ace Sale confident he'll be strong after Tommy John
BOSTON (AP) — Red Sox left-hander Chris Sale says he has no regrets about the timing of his recent Tommy John surgery and is confident he can return as a stronger pitcher following his yearlong rehab.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
US prosecutors allege bribes in 2018, 2022 World Cup votes
NEW YORK (AP) — Prosecutors revealed new details of alleged bribes paid to FIFA executive committee members to gain their votes for Qatar to host the 2022 World Cup and charged a pair of former 21st Century Fox executives with making illegal payments to win broadcast rights for the 2018 …
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
LA Rams hope to run ball by committee without Todd Gurley
LOS ANGELES (AP) — The Los Angeles Rams' unceremonious release of Todd Gurley left an enormous hole in the middle of their offense.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Russia flatly denies US allegation of World Cup bid bribes
GENEVA (AP) — Russian officials on Tuesday flatly denied bribing a FIFA voter with millions of dollars to support the country's winning 2018 World Cup bid, after American prosecutors revealed new details about the alleged payments.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
New women's coach Schaefer answering a 'calling' to Texas
AUSTIN, Texas (AP) — For Vic Schaefer, the decision to take over the Texas women's basketball program was profoundly personal.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Cam Newton feels like 'fish out of water' as free agent
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) — Cam Newton says he feels like a “fish out of a water” being a free agent for the first time in his nine-year NFL career.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Army coach Monken says players adapting to virus disruption
Army football coach Jeff Monken sees a teaching point in all the disruption caused by the novel coronavirus.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
NBA matchups if league resumes season with postseason play
Resuming the NBA season with the start of the playoff is one option for the league. Most teams had about 15 games left to play in the regular-season schedules when play was halted on March 11, and not everyone had played the same amount of games.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
NBA coaches prepare for possible intriguing playoff matchups
With NBA games indefinitely on hold, there has been a lot of discussion about postseason possibilities — including by coaches around the league.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Oklahoma State's Gundy targets May 1 return to football
Oklahoma State coach Mike Gundy said Tuesday he hopes to have his team return to its facilities on May 1, a proposed timetable that would defy federal social-distancing guidelines and was quickly disputed by the university and its athletic director.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
European competitions could wait for domestic leagues to end
MADRID (AP) — Finishing off domestic soccer seasons could take precedence over completing the Champions League.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Oklahoma State's Gundy targets May 1 return to football
Oklahoma State coach Mike Gundy said Tuesday he hopes to have his team return to its facilities on May 1, a proposed timetable that would defy federal social-distancing guidelines and was quickly disputed by the university and its athletic director.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Brockers grateful to rejoin Rams after Ravens deal collapsed
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Michael Brockers began his first trip into free agency with uncertainty and excitement about what might be next in an eight-year NFL career spent entirely with the Los Angeles Rams.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Army coach Monken says players adapting to virus disruption
Army football coach Jeff Monken sees a teaching point in all the disruption caused by the novel coronavirus.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Redskins weigh drafting Chase Young vs. trading No. 2 pick
WASHINGTON (AP) — It has long seemed like a virtual certainty that the Redskins will take Chase Young with the second pick in the NFL draft.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Red Sox ace Sale confident he'll be strong after Tommy John
BOSTON (AP) — Red Sox left-hander Chris Sale says he has no regrets about the timing of his recent Tommy John surgery and is confident he can return as a stronger pitcher following his yearlong rehab.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Russia flatly denies US allegation of World Cup bid bribes
GENEVA (AP) — Russian officials on Tuesday flatly denied bribing a FIFA voter with millions of dollars to support the country's winning 2018 World Cup bid, after American prosecutors revealed new details about the alleged payments.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Ripken heads charity campaign, longs for baseball's return
BALTIMORE (AP) — Cal Ripken Jr. has launched a campaign to help feed children and families across the country during the COVID-19 pandemic, coordinating a contribution of $250,000 and opening a social media account for the first time to promote the cause.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
European competitions could wait for domestic leagues to end
MADRID (AP) — Finishing off domestic soccer seasons could take precedence over completing the Champions League.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Cam Newton feels like 'fish out of water' as free agent
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) — Cam Newton says he feels like a “fish out of a water” being a free agent for the first time in his nine-year NFL career.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Ex-NFL kicker, Saints hero Tom Dempsey dies at 73
NEW ORLEANS (AP) — Tom Dempsey, the kicker born without toes on his kicking foot who made a then-record 63-yard field goal, died late Saturday while struggling with complications from the new coronavirus. He was 73.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
NFL delays start of offseason workout programs for teams
CHARLOTTE, N.C (AP) — The NFL is delaying the start of its offseason workout program while formulating a plan with the NFL Players Association on how to proceed during the coronavirus pandemic.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Serie A players reject pay cut proposal as 'unmanageable'
ROME (AP) — The Italian soccer players’ association rejected a proposal from Serie A clubs on Monday to reduce salaries by a third if the season does not resume as “unmanageable.”
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Texas hires Schaefer from Mississippi State
AUSTIN, Texas (AP) — Texas moved quickly to hire a new women's basketball coach, luring Vic Schaefer away from powerhouse Mississippi State on Sunday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Sportsbooks are dark and odds are long in Las Vegas
LAS VEGAS (AP) — Nobody would have given odds on this.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Spanish players criticize league's call for furloughs
MADRID (AP) — Soccer players in Spain on Sunday criticized the Spanish league’s decision to ask clubs to put the footballers on government furloughs during the coronavirus crisis.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Pro day cancellations forcing changes to NFL draft process
INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — Bill Polian simplified the NFL's draft process years ago.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
US prosecutors allege bribes in 2018, 2022 World Cup votes
NEW YORK (AP) — Prosecutors revealed new details of alleged bribes paid to FIFA executive committee members to gain their votes for Qatar to host the 2022 World Cup and charged a pair of former 21st Century Fox executives with making illegal payments to win broadcast rights for the 2018 …
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
LA Rams hope to run ball by committee without Todd Gurley
LOS ANGELES (AP) — The Los Angeles Rams' unceremonious release of Todd Gurley left an enormous hole in the middle of their offense.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
MLS 25th anniversary remains quiet milestone amid pandemic
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AP top tourney one-and-done players led by Davis, 'Melo
Anthony Davis didn’t need to score big to control a game for Kentucky.
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NBA matchups if league resumes season with postseason play
Resuming the NBA season with the start of the playoff is one option for the league. Most teams had about 15 games left to play in the regular-season schedules when play was halted on March 11, and not everyone had played the same amount of games.
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Pro Football Hall of Famer Bobby Mitchell dies at 84
WASHINGTON (AP) — Bobby Mitchell, the
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NBA coaches prepare for possible intriguing playoff matchups
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With 1 goal, first-ever MLS game was filled with promise
Before the first-ever Major League Soccer match, a group of San Jose Clash players went to a local restaurant for some pregame bonding. Four of them threw up after the meal, but it had nothing to do with the food, recalled Eric Wynalda.
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New coach using NHL stoppage to study up on his Predators
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — John Hynes has only been head coach of the Nashville Predators since early January, so he's trying to make up for some lost time with the NHL paused for the coronavirus pandemic and also make sure they're ready whenever hockey resumes.
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New women's coach Schaefer answering a 'calling' to Texas
AUSTIN, Texas (AP) — For Vic Schaefer, the decision to take over the Texas women's basketball program was profoundly personal.
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LA Rams hope to run ball by committee without Todd Gurley
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US prosecutors allege bribes in 2018, 2022 World Cup votes
NEW YORK (AP) — Prosecutors revealed new details of alleged bribes paid to FIFA executive committee members to gain their votes for Qatar to host the 2022 World Cup and charged a pair of former 21st Century Fox executives with making illegal payments to win broadcast rights for the 2018 …
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US prosecutors allege bribes in 2022 FIFA World Cup vote
NEW YORK (AP) — Prosecutors revealed new details of alleged bribes paid to FIFA executive committee members to gain their votes for Qatar to host the 2022 World Cup and charged a pair of former 21st Century Fox executives with making illegal payments to win broadcast rights for the 2018 …
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LAS VEGAS (AP) — Nobody would have given odds on this.
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New coach using NHL stoppage to study up on his Predators
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — John Hynes has only been head coach of the Nashville Predators since early January, so he's trying to make up for some lost time with the NHL paused for the coronavirus pandemic and also make sure they're ready whenever hockey resumes.
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Former Fox executives charged with bribes in World Cup bid
NEW YORK (AP) — A pair of former sports marketing executives of 21st Century Fox have been indicted on charges they paid bribes to soccer officials to obtain confidential bidding information during FIFA’s sale of U.S. television rights to the 2018 and 2022 World Cups.
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Schaefer says he is answering a "calling" to Texas
AUSTIN, Texas (AP) — For Vic Schaefer, the chance to take over the Texas women's basketball program was a profoundly personal one.
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Serie A players reject pay cut proposal as 'unmanageable'
ROME (AP) — The Italian soccer players’ association rejected a proposal from Serie A clubs on Monday to reduce salaries by a third if the season does not resume as “unmanageable.”
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NFL delays start of offseason workout programs for teams
CHARLOTTE, N.C (AP) — The NFL is delaying the start of its offseason workout program while formulating a plan with the NFL Players Association on how to proceed during the coronavirus pandemic.
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NBA coaches prepare for possible intriguing playoff matchups
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NBA matchups if league resumes season with postseason play
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Ex-NFL kicker, Saints hero Tom Dempsey dies at 73
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Texas hires Schaefer from Mississippi State
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Spanish players criticize league's call for furloughs
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Pro day cancellations forcing changes to NFL draft process
INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — Bill Polian simplified the NFL's draft process years ago.
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Jim Houston, Browns' 'Mr. Dependable,' had CTE
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MLS 25th anniversary remains quiet milestone amid pandemic
Sporting Kansas City coach Peter Vermes is cautiously optimistic that Major League Soccer can still have a full season.
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Spanish league and players still far apart on salary cuts
MADRID (AP) — The Spanish league and players are still far apart on the size of the salary cuts they need to take to help reduce the financial impact caused by the coronavirus outbreak, with the footballers saying the organization wants them to carry nearly half the total losses.
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Tennessee coach ready to tap high school days to be creative
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AP top tourney one-and-done players led by Davis, 'Melo
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Texas women's basketball coach Karen Aston dismissed
AUSTIN, Texas (AP) — Texas dismissed women's basketball coach Karen Aston on Friday, ending an eight-year stint that included four straight trips to the NCAA Tournament Sweet 16 from 2015-2018.
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Fear grips Swedish soccer as virus delays start of season
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Pro Football Hall of Famer Bobby Mitchell dies at 84
WASHINGTON (AP) — Bobby Mitchell, the
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NFLPA accused of stonewalling ex-players on disability funds
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With 1 goal, first-ever MLS game was filled with promise
Before the first-ever Major League Soccer match, a group of San Jose Clash players went to a local restaurant for some pregame bonding. Four of them threw up after the meal, but it had nothing to do with the food, recalled Eric Wynalda.
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Pro Football Hall of Famer Bobby Mitchell dies at 84
WASHINGTON (AP) — Bobby Mitchell, the
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Texas hires Schaefer from Mississippi State
AUSTIN, Texas (AP) — Texas moved quickly to hire a new women's basketball coach, luring Vic Schaefer away from powerhouse Mississippi State on Sunday.
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With 1 goal, first-ever MLS game was filled with promise
Before the first-ever Major League Soccer match, a group of San Jose Clash players went to a local restaurant for some pregame bonding. Four of them threw up after the meal, but it had nothing to do with the food, recalled Eric Wynalda.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
MLS 25th anniversary remains quiet milestone amid pandemic
Sporting Kansas City coach Peter Vermes is cautiously optimistic that Major League Soccer can still have a full season.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Pro day cancellations forcing changes to NFL draft process
INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — Bill Polian simplified the NFL's draft process years ago.
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Pro day cancellations forcing changes to draft process
INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — Bill Polian simplified the NFL's draft process years ago.
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Ex-NFL kicker, Saints hero Tom Dempsey dies at 73
NEW ORLEANS (AP) — Tom Dempsey, the kicker born without toes on his kicking foot who made a then-record 63-yard field goal, died late Saturday while struggling with complications from the new coronavirus. He was 73.
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Spanish players criticize league's call for furloughs
MADRID (AP) — Soccer players in Spain on Sunday criticized the Spanish league’s decision to ask clubs to put the footballers on government furloughs during the coronavirus crisis.
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The biggest bad guy at WrestleMania is coronavirus
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Former Denver star Wolfe finally gets to play for Ravens
OWINGS MILLS, Md. (AP) — Derek Wolfe figured he missed yet another chance to join the Baltimore Ravens when the team reached agreement last month on a three-year contract with free agent defensive lineman Michael Brockers.
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Bears declare open competition between Trubisky, Foles
The Chicago Bears declared the quarterback competition between Mitchell Trubisky and newcomer Nick Foles an open one on Friday.
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Nick Saban favors extra teaching time, not longer fall camp
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FIFA extends men's age limit for Tokyo Olympics due to virus
GENEVA (AP) — FIFA has extended the age limit for the men’s soccer tournament at the rescheduled Tokyo Olympics due to the coronavirus pandemic.
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Jim Houston, Browns' 'Mr. Dependable,' had CTE
Donna Houston knew her husband’s mind was deteriorating when the college football Hall of Famer and Cleveland Browns All-Pro known as “Mr. Dependable” struggled to manage his money.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Ohio State star Kaleb Wesson leaving to enter NBA draft
COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) — Ohio State star Kaleb Wesson plans to enter the NBA draft.
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Hoops dream: Florida walk-on relishes moment years in making
GAINESVILLE, Fla. (AP) — Chris Sutherland was sitting near the end of Florida’s bench, sandwiched between teammates, when he heard the chants. They were faint at first, growing louder and clearer by the second.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Spanish league and players still far apart on salary cuts
MADRID (AP) — The Spanish league and players are still far apart on the size of the salary cuts they need to take to help reduce the financial impact caused by the coronavirus outbreak, with the footballers saying the organization wants them to carry nearly half the total losses.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Tennessee coach ready to tap high school days to be creative
Tennessee coach Jeremy Pruitt finally has gotten the chance to talk football with his Volunteers, even if limited to a two-hour, video session online.
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AP top tourney one-and-done players led by Davis, 'Melo
Anthony Davis didn’t need to score big to control a game for Kentucky.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
EPL suspended indefinitely, players to be asked for wage cut
The English Premier League was suspended indefinitely on Friday following a meeting of its 20 clubs, who discussed financial painkiller measures including asking players to take a substantial pay cut during the coronavirus outbreak.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Texas women's basketball coach Karen Aston dismissed
AUSTIN, Texas (AP) — Texas dismissed women's basketball coach Karen Aston on Friday, ending an eight-year stint that included four straight trips to the NCAA Tournament Sweet 16 from 2015-2018.
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Fear grips Swedish soccer as virus delays start of season
Saturday was supposed to mark the beginning of a new Swedish soccer season, fuelled by the prospect of big broadcasting revenues from a new domestic TV deal and expectations of another tight title race to match last year’s dramatic finale.
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Giants: Dion Lewis in familiar role as Barkley's backup
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NFLPA accused of stonewalling ex-players on disability funds
The attorney representing retired NFL players alleges the players’ union stonewalled his clients when confronted with questions whether their Social Security disability payments would be affected before the labor agreement with the league was narrowly ratified last month.
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Ivies deny graduate eligibility for spring-sport athletes
NEW YORK (AP) — The Ivy League has decided not to allow its spring-sport athletes who had their seasons shortened by the coronavirus pandemic to have an additional year of eligibility as graduates, despite the NCAA granting that option earlier this week.
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Pandemic forcing NBA players to work out with what's on hand
MILWAUKEE (AP) — Giannis Antetokounmpo is spending much of his time during the coronavirus-imposed hiatus working out, helping care for his newborn son and playing occasional video games.
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AP top tourney one-and-done players led by Davis, 'Melo
Anthony Davis didn’t need to score big to control a game for Kentucky.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Spanish league and players still far apart on salary cuts
MADRID (AP) — The Spanish league and players are still far apart on the size of the salary cuts they need to take to help reduce the financial impact caused by the coronavirus outbreak, with the footballers saying the organization wants them to carry nearly half the total losses.
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Fear grips Swedish soccer as virus delays start of season
Saturday was supposed to mark the beginning of a new Swedish soccer season, fuelled by the prospect of big broadcasting revenues from a new domestic TV deal and expectations of another tight title race to match last year’s dramatic finale.
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The biggest bad guy at WrestleMania is coronavirus
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Former Denver star Wolfe finally gets to play for Ravens
OWINGS MILLS, Md. (AP) — Derek Wolfe figured he missed yet another chance to join the Baltimore Ravens when the team reached agreement last month on a three-year contract with free agent defensive lineman Michael Brockers.
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Ed Farmer, White Sox broadcaster, former pitcher, dies at 70
CHICAGO (AP) — Ed Farmer rooted for the White Sox growing up on Chicago's South Side and went on to become an All-Star reliever for them.
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AP source: Chiefs agree to reworked deal with WR Watkins
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — The Chiefs and wide receiver Sammy Watkins have agreed on a restructured one-year contract that gives the franchise much-needed salary cap relief, a person familiar with the deal told The Associated Press on Friday.
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Bears declare open competition between Trubisky, Foles
The Chicago Bears declared the quarterback competition between Mitchell Trubisky and newcomer Nick Foles an open one on Friday.
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Nick Saban favors extra teaching time, not longer fall camp
Alabama coach Nick Saban doesn’t believe extending preseason camp for college football teams around the country is necessarily the best way to get them ready for the season.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Washington's Isaiah Stewart declares for NBA draft
SEATTLE (AP) — Washington freshman Isaiah Stewart declared for the NBA draft Wednesday after becoming a bright spot in an otherwise disappointing season for the Huskies.
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FIFA extends men's age limit for Tokyo Olympics due to virus
GENEVA (AP) — FIFA has extended the age limit for the men’s soccer tournament at the rescheduled Tokyo Olympics due to the coronavirus pandemic.
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Jim Houston, Browns' 'Mr. Dependable,' had CTE
Donna Houston knew her husband’s mind was deteriorating when the college football Hall of Famer and Cleveland Browns All-Pro known as “Mr. Dependable” struggled to manage his money.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Ohio State star Kaleb Wesson leaving to enter NBA draft
COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) — Ohio State star Kaleb Wesson plans to enter the NBA draft.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Hoops dream: Florida walk-on relishes moment years in making
GAINESVILLE, Fla. (AP) — Chris Sutherland was sitting near the end of Florida’s bench, sandwiched between teammates, when he heard the chants. They were faint at first, growing louder and clearer by the second.
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LA Rams' offensive line counting on boost from continuity
LOS ANGELES (AP) — If NFL teams are unable to hold offseason workouts amid the coronavirus pandemic, Andrew Whitworth and Austin Blythe believe continuity will be a valuable commodity this fall.
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Tennessee coach ready to tap high school days to be creative
Tennessee coach Jeremy Pruitt finally has gotten the chance to talk football with his Volunteers, even if limited to a two-hour, video session online.
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Japan's baseball, soccer seasons delayed again amid pandemic
TOKYO (AP) — The Japanese professional baseball and soccer seasons will be further delayed as the country grapples with the outbreak of the coronavirus.
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EPL suspended indefinitely, players to be asked for wage cut
The English Premier League was suspended indefinitely on Friday following a meeting of its 20 clubs, who discussed financial painkiller measures including asking players to take a substantial pay cut during the coronavirus outbreak.
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Texas women's basketball coach Karen Aston dismissed
AUSTIN, Texas (AP) — Texas dismissed women's basketball coach Karen Aston on Friday, ending an eight-year stint that included four straight trips to the NCAA Tournament Sweet 16 from 2015-2018.
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Patriots use team plane to help Mass., fly N95 in from China
BOSTON (AP) — Massachusetts Gov. Charlie Baker found himself in need of an assist to help the state fight the coronavirus pandemic.
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Giants: Dion Lewis in familiar role as Barkley's backup
Dion Lewis is in a very familiar role being Saquon Barkley's backup with the New York Giants.
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NFLPA accused of stonewalling ex-players on disability funds
The attorney representing retired NFL players alleges the players’ union stonewalled his clients when confronted with questions whether their Social Security disability payments would be affected before the labor agreement with the league was narrowly ratified last month.
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Ivies deny graduate eligibility for spring-sport athletes
NEW YORK (AP) — The Ivy League has decided not to allow its spring-sport athletes who had their seasons shortened by the coronavirus pandemic to have an additional year of eligibility as graduates, despite the NCAA granting that option earlier this week.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Pandemic forcing NBA players to work out with what's on hand
MILWAUKEE (AP) — Giannis Antetokounmpo is spending much of his time during the coronavirus-imposed hiatus working out, helping care for his newborn son and playing occasional video games.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
NFLPA accused of stonewalling ex-players on disability funds
The attorney representing retired NFL players alleges the players’ union stonewalled his clients when confronted with questions whether their Social Security disability payments would be affected before the labor agreement with the league was narrowly ratified last month.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Jim Houston, Browns' 'Mr. Dependable,' had CTE
Donna Houston knew her husband’s mind was deteriorating when the college football Hall of Famer and Cleveland Browns All-Pro known as “Mr. Dependable” struggled to manage his money.
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FIFA extends men's age limit for Tokyo Olympics due to virus
GENEVA (AP) — FIFA has extended the age limit for the men’s soccer tournament at the rescheduled Tokyo Olympics due to the coronavirus pandemic.
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Former Denver star Wolfe finally gets to play for Ravens
OWINGS MILLS, Md. (AP) — Derek Wolfe figured he missed yet another chance to join the Baltimore Ravens when the team reached agreement last month on a three-year contract with free agent defensive lineman Michael Brockers.
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Bears declare open competition between Trubisky, Foles
The Chicago Bears declared the quarterback competition between Mitchell Trubisky and newcomer Nick Foles an open one on Friday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Pandemic forcing NBA players to work out with what's on hand
MILWAUKEE (AP) — Giannis Antetokounmpo is spending much of his time during the coronavirus-imposed hiatus working out, helping care for his newborn son and playing occasional video games.
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The biggest bad guy at WrestleMania is coronavirus
WrestleMania planned for
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Tennessee coach ready to tap high school days to be creative
Tennessee coach Jeremy Pruitt finally has gotten the chance to talk football with his Volunteers, even if limited to a two-hour, video session online.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Texas women's basketball coach Karen Aston dismissed
AUSTIN, Texas (AP) — Texas dismissed women's basketball coach Karen Aston on Friday, ending an eight-year stint that included four straight trips to the NCAA Tournament Sweet 16 from 2015-2018.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Giants: Dion Lewis in familiar role as Barkley's backup
Dion Lewis is in a very familiar role being Saquon Barkley's backup with the New York Giants.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
EPL suspended indefinitely, players to be asked for wage cut
The English Premier League was suspended indefinitely on Friday following a meeting of its 20 clubs, who discussed financial painkiller measures including asking players to take a substantial pay cut during the coronavirus outbreak.
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AP source: Chiefs agree to reworked deal with WR Watkins
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — The Chiefs and wide receiver Sammy Watkins have agreed on a restructured one-year contract that gives the franchise much-needed salary cap relief, a person familiar with the deal told The Associated Press on Friday.
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Japan's baseball, soccer seasons delayed again amid pandemic
TOKYO (AP) — The Japanese professional baseball and soccer seasons will be further delayed as the country grapples with the outbreak of the coronavirus.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Air Force brings back Joe Scott as men's basketball coach
The Air Force Falcons are bringing back Joe Scott for a second stint as their basketball coach.
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In another century, another pandemic ended Stanley Cup final
SEATTLE (AP) — The Seattle Metropolitans were 20 minutes from a second Stanley Cup title in the spring of 1919, 20 minutes from adding their names to the trophy again.
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Ed Farmer, White Sox broadcaster, former pitcher, dies at 70
CHICAGO (AP) — Ed Farmer rooted for the White Sox growing up on Chicago's South Side and went on to become an All-Star reliever for them.
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NCAA throws baseball coaches a curve with added eligibility
Widely hailed as the right thing to do for student-athlete welfare, the
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Nick Saban favors extra teaching time, not longer fall camp
Alabama coach Nick Saban doesn’t believe extending preseason camp for college football teams around the country is necessarily the best way to get them ready for the season.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Washington's Isaiah Stewart declares for NBA draft
SEATTLE (AP) — Washington freshman Isaiah Stewart declared for the NBA draft Wednesday after becoming a bright spot in an otherwise disappointing season for the Huskies.
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Chiefs' Reid plotting Super Bowl defense from his basement
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — Andy Reid is like most people these days. The Kansas City Chiefs coach is hunkered down in his basement, trying to avoid going out in public as he works from a makeshift office consisting of a computer, an iPad and an old side table.
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Ohio State star Kaleb Wesson leaving to enter NBA draft
COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) — Ohio State star Kaleb Wesson plans to enter the NBA draft.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Hoops dream: Florida walk-on relishes moment years in making
GAINESVILLE, Fla. (AP) — Chris Sutherland was sitting near the end of Florida’s bench, sandwiched between teammates, when he heard the chants. They were faint at first, growing louder and clearer by the second.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
LA Rams' offensive line counting on boost from continuity
LOS ANGELES (AP) — If NFL teams are unable to hold offseason workouts amid the coronavirus pandemic, Andrew Whitworth and Austin Blythe believe continuity will be a valuable commodity this fall.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Bills valued Diggs' experience over adding receiver in draft
BUFFALO, N.Y. (AP) — Stefon Diggs landing in Buffalo was a direct result of the new coronavirus pandemic potentially disrupting the NFL’s offseason practice schedule.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
'Prime' time? TE Ebron eager to start over with Steelers
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Eric Ebron isn't worried about Ben Roethlisberger's surgically repaired right elbow. The same goes for Ebron's balky ankle, which the newly signed Pittsburgh Steelers tight end said had “a whole lot of mess” in it before getting cleaned up in December.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Stuck in Minnesota, Browns coach adjusts to 'strange times'
CLEVELAND (AP) — Kevin Stefanski's title has changed. His address remains the same.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Georgia's search for new QB on hold with no spring practice
Georgia coach Kirby Smart says the cancellation of spring football across the nation due to the coronavirus pandemic hurts quarterbacks more than any position.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Patriots use team plane to help Mass., fly N95 in from China
BOSTON (AP) — Massachusetts Gov. Charlie Baker found himself in need of an assist to help the state fight the coronavirus pandemic.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Gillispie back in Division I close to home at Tarleton State
FORT WORTH, Texas (AP) — Billy Gillispie said he had other opportunities to get back in NCAA Division I basketball during a successful stint as a Texas junior college coach. The West Texas native accepted one close to home, far from the overbearing pressure of trying to reach the Final …
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Ivies deny graduate eligibility for spring-sport athletes
NEW YORK (AP) — The Ivy League has decided not to allow its spring-sport athletes who had their seasons shortened by the coronavirus pandemic to have an additional year of eligibility as graduates, despite the NCAA granting that option earlier this week.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Giants LB Fackrell looking to show 2019 stats weren't him
The New York Giants are giving free-agent linebacker Kyler Fackrell a chance to show that his 2019 season wasn't as bad as the numbers suggest.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
LA Rams' offensive line counting on boost from continuity
LOS ANGELES (AP) — If NFL teams are unable to hold offseason workouts amid the coronavirus pandemic, Andrew Whitworth and Austin Blythe believe continuity will be a valuable commodity this fall.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Ivies deny graduate eligibility for spring-sport athletes
NEW YORK (AP) — The Ivy League has decided not to allow its spring-sport athletes who had their seasons shortened by the coronavirus pandemic to have an additional year of eligibility as graduates, despite the NCAA granting that option earlier this week.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Ivies deny grad eligibility for spring-sport athletes
NEW YORK (AP) — The Ivy League has decided not to allow its spring-sport athletes who had their seasons shortened by the coronavirus pandemic to have an additional year of eligibility as graduates, despite the NCAA granting that option earlier this week.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Bills valued Diggs' experience over adding receiver in draft
BUFFALO, N.Y. (AP) — Stefon Diggs landing in Buffalo was a direct result of the new coronavirus pandemic potentially disrupting the NFL’s offseason practice schedule.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Nick Saban favors extra teaching time, not longer fall camp
Alabama coach Nick Saban doesn’t believe extending preseason camp for college football teams around the country is necessarily the best way to get them ready for the season.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Stuck in Minnesota, Browns coach adjusts to 'strange times'
CLEVELAND (AP) — Kevin Stefanski's title has changed. His address remains the same.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Giants LB Fackrell looking to show 2019 stats weren't him
The New York Giants are giving free-agent linebacker Kyler Fackrell a chance to show that his 2019 season wasn't as bad as the numbers suggest.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
'Prime' time? TE Ebron eager to start over with Steelers
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Eric Ebron isn't worried about Ben Roethlisberger's surgically repaired right elbow. The same goes for Ebron's balky ankle, which the newly signed Pittsburgh Steelers tight end said had “a whole lot of mess” in it before getting cleaned up in December.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Patriots use team plane to help Mass., fly N95 in from China
BOSTON (AP) — Massachusetts Gov. Charlie Baker found himself in need of an assist to help the state fight the coronavirus pandemic.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Ivies deny 5th year of eligibility for spring-sport athletes
NEW YORK (AP) — The Ivy League has decided not to allow its spring-sport athletes who had their seasons shortened by the coronavirus pandemic to have an additional year of eligibility, despite the NCAA granting that option earlier this week.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Chiefs' Reid plotting Super Bowl defense from his basement
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — Andy Reid is like most people these days. The Kansas City Chiefs coach is hunkered down in his basement, trying to avoid going out in public as he works from a makeshift office consisting of a computer, an iPad and an old side table.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Ohio State star Kaleb Wesson leaving to enter NBA draft
COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) — Ohio State star Kaleb Wesson plans to enter the NBA draft.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Ed Farmer, White Sox broadcaster, former pitcher, dies at 70
CHICAGO (AP) — Ed Farmer rooted for the White Sox growing up on Chicago's South Side and went on to become an All-Star reliever for them.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Air Force brings back Joe Scott as men's basketball coach
The Air Force Falcons are bringing back Joe Scott for a second stint as their basketball coach.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
McCoy trying to settle in as Giants quarterback
After spending much of the past six seasons as a backup quarterback with the Washington Redskins, Colt McCoy knows his job coming to the New York Giants.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Miami, Jets, Bills hope to capitalize on Brady's departure
MIAMI (AP) — The biggest free agent deal for the Miami Dolphins this offseason has been one they didn't make.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
In another century, another pandemic ended Stanley Cup final
SEATTLE (AP) — The Seattle Metropolitans were 20 minutes from a second Stanley Cup title in the spring of 1919, 20 minutes from adding their names to the trophy again.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Bucks try to make sure they're ready whenever season resumes
MILWAUKEE (AP) — The NBA-leading Milwaukee Bucks remain confident the coronavirus pandemic won’t put a permanent halt to the season and that they’ll get to resume chasing their first league title in nearly half a century.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Coach Lynn: Chargers QB Taylor 'in driver's seat'
Anthony Lynn has expressed plenty of confidence in Tyrod Taylor if he ends up becoming the quarterback for the Los Angeles Chargers, but there are a lot of questions that still need to be answered between now and the start of the season.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
New Jersey Devils make a major donation to health system
The owners of the New Jersey Devils of the NHL have made a six-figure donation to the state’s largest health care system for medical equipment for health care workers and first responders during the coronavirus pandemic.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Bears finalize contracts with former All-Pro Quinn, Ifedi
LAKE FOREST, Ill. (AP) — The Chicago Bears finalized a five-year, $70 million contract with former All-Pro pass rusher Robert Quinn and a one-year deal with former Seattle Seahawks offensive lineman Germain Ifedi on Wednesday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
NCAA throws baseball coaches a curve with added eligibility
Widely hailed as the right thing to do for student-athlete welfare, the
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
AP source: Browns signing free agent Clayborn to 2-year deal
CLEVELAND (AP) — The Cleveland Browns plan to sign veteran free agent defensive end Adrian Clayborn to a two-year, $6 million contract, a person familiar with the negotiations told The Associated Press on Tuesday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Washington's Isaiah Stewart declares for NBA draft
SEATTLE (AP) — Washington freshman Isaiah Stewart declared for the NBA draft Wednesday after becoming a bright spot in an otherwise disappointing season for the Huskies.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Steelers not concerned about limited pre-draft preparation
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Pittsburgh Steelers general manager Kevin Colbert isn't concerned about the COVID-19 pandemic from altering his team's preparations for the 2020 draft.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Hoops dream: Florida walk-on relishes moment years in making
GAINESVILLE, Fla. (AP) — Chris Sutherland was sitting near the end of Florida’s bench, sandwiched between teammates, when he heard the chants. They were faint at first, growing louder and clearer by the second.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Special teams maven Nate Ebner follows Joe Judge to Giants
Playing special teams is usually a stepping stone for young NFL players, a way to get on the field until they break into the offensive or defensive rotations.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
AP Source: MLS cutting pay of top executives, some staff
Major League Soccer plans to cut the pay of some executives and front office personnel while the season is on hold because of the coronavirus pandemic, a person with knowledge of the situation told The Associated Press on Wednesday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Free agent WR Robby Anderson officially signs with Panthers
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) — The Panthers officially signed free agent wide receiver Robby Anderson from the Jets to a two-year contract on Wednesday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
6-man rotations? Piggybacking starters? Pitching, post virus
SEATTLE (AP) — Even with major leaguers likely to receive some semblance of another spring training to get ready, teams are going to have to be creative with how they handle starting pitchers whenever baseball returns.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Georgia's search for new QB on hold with no spring practice
Georgia coach Kirby Smart says the cancellation of spring football across the nation due to the coronavirus pandemic hurts quarterbacks more than any position.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Payton back at work, unsure if Brees plays beyond 2020
NEW ORLEANS (AP) — Saints coach Sean Payton said he didn't mean to insinuate on a television appearance that record-setting quarterback Drew Brees informed him of plans to retire after the upcoming season.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Gillispie back in Division I close to home at Tarleton State
FORT WORTH, Texas (AP) — Billy Gillispie said he had other opportunities to get back in NCAA Division I basketball during a successful stint as a Texas junior college coach. The West Texas native accepted one close to home, far from the overbearing pressure of trying to reach the Final …
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Hoops dream: Florida walk-on relishes moment years in making
GAINESVILLE, Fla. (AP) — Chris Sutherland was sitting near the end of Florida’s bench, sandwiched between teammates, when he heard the chants. They were faint at first, growing louder and clearer by the second.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
AP Source: MLS cutting pay of top executives, some staff
Major League Soccer plans to cut the pay of some executives and front office personnel while the season is on hold because of the coronavirus pandemic, a person with knowledge of the situation told The Associated Press on Wednesday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Coach Lynn: Chargers QB Taylor 'in driver's seat'
Anthony Lynn has expressed plenty of confidence in Tyrod Taylor if he ends up becoming the quarterback for the Los Angeles Chargers, but there are a lot of questions that still need to be answered between now and the start of the season.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Bears finalize contracts with former All-Pro Quinn, Ifedi
LAKE FOREST, Ill. (AP) — The Chicago Bears finalized a five-year, $70 million contract with former All-Pro pass rusher Robert Quinn and a one-year deal with former Seattle Seahawks offensive lineman Germain Ifedi on Wednesday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
McCoy trying to settle in as Giants quarterback
After spending much of the past six seasons as a backup quarterback with the Washington Redskins, Colt McCoy knows his job coming to the New York Giants.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Payton back at work, unsure if Brees plays beyond 2020
NEW ORLEANS (AP) — Saints coach Sean Payton said he didn't mean to insinuate on a television appearance that record-setting quarterback Drew Brees informed him of plans to retire after the upcoming season.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
In another century, another pandemic ended Stanley Cup final
SEATTLE (AP) — The Seattle Metropolitans were 20 minutes from a second Stanley Cup title in the spring of 1919, 20 minutes from adding their names to the trophy again.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Free agent WR Robby Anderson officially signs with Panthers
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) — The Panthers officially signed free agent wide receiver Robby Anderson from the Jets to a two-year contract on Wednesday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Miami, Jets, Bills hope to capitalize on Brady's departure
MIAMI (AP) — The biggest free agent deal for the Miami Dolphins this offseason has been one they didn't make.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Washington's Isaiah Stewart declares for NBA draft
SEATTLE (AP) — Washington freshman Isaiah Stewart declared for the NBA draft Wednesday after becoming a bright spot in an otherwise disappointing season for the Huskies.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Bucks try to make sure they're ready whenever season resumes
MILWAUKEE (AP) — The NBA-leading Milwaukee Bucks remain confident the coronavirus pandemic won’t put a permanent halt to the season and that they’ll get to resume chasing their first league title in nearly half a century.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Air Force brings back Joe Scott as men's basketball coach
The Air Force Falcons are bringing back Joe Scott for a second stint as their basketball coach.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
New Jersey Devils make a major donation to health system
The owners of the New Jersey Devils of the NHL have made a six-figure donation to the state’s largest health care system for medical equipment for health care workers and first responders during the coronavirus pandemic.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
NCAA throws baseball coaches a curve with added eligibility
Widely hailed as the right thing to do for student-athlete welfare, the
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Familiarity helped Harris Jr., Bulaga choose Chargers
Chris Harris Jr. and Bryan Bulaga will be playing on different sides of the ball for the Los Angeles Chargers, but both cited a familiar trait about why they decided to sign with the team early in free agency — familiarity.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
AP source: Browns signing free agent Clayborn to 2-year deal
CLEVELAND (AP) — The Cleveland Browns plan to sign veteran free agent defensive end Adrian Clayborn to a two-year, $6 million contract, a person familiar with the negotiations told The Associated Press on Tuesday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
O's slugger Davis expects return to spring form after return
BALTIMORE (AP) — Following three straight frustrating seasons that led him to consider retirement, Chris Davis was in the midst of an outstanding spring training when Major League Baseball came to a halt because of the deadly coronavirus.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Steelers not concerned about limited pre-draft preparation
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Pittsburgh Steelers general manager Kevin Colbert isn't concerned about the COVID-19 pandemic from altering his team's preparations for the 2020 draft.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Seahawks release TE Ed Dickson, waive S Tedric Thompson
RENTON, Wash. (AP) — The Seattle Seahawks cleared a chunk of salary cap space by waiving safety Tedric Thompson and releasing veteran tight end Ed Dickson on Tuesday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Special teams maven Nate Ebner follows Joe Judge to Giants
Playing special teams is usually a stepping stone for young NFL players, a way to get on the field until they break into the offensive or defensive rotations.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Rutgers hoops lands highly recruited center Cliff Omoruyi
Steve Pikiell and Rutgers took other step toward becoming a major basketball threat in the Big Ten Conference, getting a commitment from highly regarded center Cliff Omoruyi.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
6-man rotations? Piggybacking starters? Pitching, post virus
SEATTLE (AP) — Even with major leaguers likely to receive some semblance of another spring training to get ready, teams are going to have to be creative with how they handle starting pitchers whenever baseball returns.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
A century ago, sports rises from ravages of war and disease
The world in 1919 was hardly a place for fun and games.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Most NFL teams extend ticket payment deadlines due to virus
At a time when America is trying to cope with the financial fallout created by the deadly coronavirus, the renewal of NFL season tickets is not exactly a high priority. Not in the midst of soaring unemployment, business closures and a volatile stock market.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Georgia's search for new QB on hold with no spring practice
Georgia coach Kirby Smart says the cancellation of spring football across the nation due to the coronavirus pandemic hurts quarterbacks more than any position.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Former Washington football coach Jim Lambright dies at 77
SEATTLE (AP) — Former Washington football coach Jim Lambright has died at age 77, the school announced on Sunday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Masks on the field? Ahmed ready if games can be played
In order to get back on the baseball field, Nick Ahmed is willing to play as a masked man.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Colts looking for ways to get most out of Rivers, Brissett
INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — Indianapolis Colts coach Frank Reich understands Jacoby Brissett's predicament.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Bulaga disappointed many players didn't vote in CBA election
New Chargers tackle Bryan Bulaga voices his disappointment Tuesday over how many fellow players decided not to vote on the new labor agreement with the NFL.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Gillispie back in Division I close to home at Tarleton State
FORT WORTH, Texas (AP) — Billy Gillispie said he had other opportunities to get back in NCAA Division I basketball during a successful stint as a Texas junior college coach. The West Texas native accepted one close to home, far from the overbearing pressure of trying to reach the Final …
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Former Astros star Jimmy 'The Toy Cannon' Wynn dies at 78
Jimmy Wynn, the diminutive Houston slugger whose monster shots in the 1960s and '70s earned him the popular nickname “The Toy Cannon," has died. He was 78.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Bengals release Dre Kirkpatrick in defensive overhaul
CINCINNATI (AP) — The Bengals released starting cornerback Dre Kirkpatrick on Tuesday, another move to overhaul their secondary after a 2-14 season.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Special teams maven Nate Ebner follows Joe Judge to Giants
Playing special teams is usually a stepping stone for young NFL players, a way to get on the field until they break into the offensive or defensive rotations.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
New Jersey Devils make a major donation to health system
The owners of the New Jersey Devils of the NHL have made a six-figure donation to the state’s largest health care system for medical equipment for health care workers and first responders during the coronavirus pandemic.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Steelers not concerned about limited pre-draft preparation
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Pittsburgh Steelers general manager Kevin Colbert isn't concerned about the COVID-19 pandemic from altering his team's preparations for the 2020 draft.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
6-man rotations? Piggybacking starters? Pitching, post virus
SEATTLE (AP) — Even with major leaguers likely to receive some semblance of another spring training to get ready, teams are going to have to be creative with how they handle starting pitchers whenever baseball returns.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Familiarity helped Harris Jr., Bulaga choose Chargers
Chris Harris Jr. and Bryan Bulaga will be playing on different sides of the ball for the Los Angeles Chargers, but both cited a familiar trait about why they decided to sign with the team early in free agency — familiarity.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
NCAA throws baseball coaches a curve with added eligibility
Widely hailed as the right thing to do for student-athlete welfare, the
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
O's slugger Davis expects return to spring form after return
BALTIMORE (AP) — Following three straight frustrating seasons that led him to consider retirement, Chris Davis was in the midst of an outstanding spring training when Major League Baseball came to a halt because of the deadly coronavirus.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
AP source: Browns signing free agent Clayborn to 2-year deal
CLEVELAND (AP) — The Cleveland Browns plan to sign veteran free agent defensive end Adrian Clayborn to a two-year, $6 million contract, a person familiar with the negotiations told The Associated Press on Tuesday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Devils make major donation to St. Barnabas Hospital system
The owners of the New Jersey Devils of the NHL have made a six-figure donation to the state’s largest health care system for medical equipment for health care workers and first responders during the coronavirus pandemic.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Bulaga disappointed many players didn't vote in CBA election
New Chargers tackle Bryan Bulaga voices his disappointment Tuesday over how many fellow players decided not to vote on the new labor agreement with the NFL.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Masks on the field? Ahmed ready if games can be played
In order to get back on the baseball field, Nick Ahmed is willing to play as a masked man.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Gillispie back in Division I close to home at Tarleton State
FORT WORTH, Texas (AP) — Billy Gillispie said he had other opportunities to get back in NCAA Division I basketball during a successful stint as a Texas junior college coach. The West Texas native accepted one close to home, far from the overbearing pressure of trying to reach the Final …
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Colts looking for ways to get most out of Rivers, Brissett
INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — Indianapolis Colts coach Frank Reich understands Jacoby Brissett's predicament.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Seahawks release TE Ed Dickson, waive S Tedric Thompson
RENTON, Wash. (AP) — The Seattle Seahawks cleared a chunk of salary cap space by waiving safety Tedric Thompson and releasing veteran tight end Ed Dickson on Tuesday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
AP Sources: Seahawks release Ed Dickson, Tedric Thompson
RENTON, Wash. (AP) — The Seattle Seahawks cleared a chunk of salary cap space by releasing safety Tedric Thompson and tight end Ed Dickson on Tuesday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Georgia's search for new QB on hold with no spring practice
Georgia coach Kirby Smart says the cancellation of spring football across the nation due to the coronavirus pandemic hurts quarterbacks more than any position.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Former Astros star Jimmy 'The Toy Cannon' Wynn dies at 78
Jimmy Wynn, the diminutive Houston slugger whose monster shots in the 1960s and '70s earned him the popular nickname “The Toy Cannon," has died. He was 78.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Most NFL teams extend ticket payment deadlines due to virus
At a time when America is trying to cope with the financial fallout created by the deadly coronavirus, the renewal of NFL season tickets is not exactly a high priority. Not in the midst of soaring unemployment, business closures and a volatile stock market.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Bengals release Dre Kirkpatrick in defensive overhaul
CINCINNATI (AP) — The Bengals released starting cornerback Dre Kirkpatrick on Tuesday, another move to overhaul their secondary after a 2-14 season.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Air Force brings back Joe Scott as men's basketball coach
The Air Force Falcons are bringing back Joe Scott for a second stint as their basketball coach.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Plastic cutouts to replace live fans for German club
BERLIN (AP) — A German club's supporters are planning to replace real-life fans with plastic ones when the Bundesliga resumes — and raise some money for a child's medical treatment in the process.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Messi and his Barcelona teammates taking 70% pay cut
MADRID (AP) — In a letter critical of Barcelona club officials, Lionel Messi and his teammates said on Monday they are taking a 70% cut in salaries because of the shutdown caused by the coronavirus pandemic.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Chargers announce Bulaga, Harris, Joseph and Vigil deals
The Los Angeles Chargers confirmed Monday that they have agreed to terms with offensive tackle Bryan Bulaga, cornerback Chris Harris Jr., defensive tackle Linval Joseph and linebacker Nick Vigil.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
As MLB ponders post-virus season, players worry about health
As Major League Baseball and the players' union
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Benzema makes unflattering comparison between him and Giroud
PARIS (AP) — Karim Benzema made an unflattering comment about fellow forward Olivier Giroud, comparing himself to a Formula One car and his former France teammate to a go-kart.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Visa extends athlete sponsorship to 2021 after Olympic delay
Visa has told its global roster of Olympic and Paralympic hopefuls their sponsorships will be extended into 2021 after the Tokyo Games were postponed, providing some financial certainty amid the disruption caused by the coronavirus pandemic.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Giants LB Blake Martinez experienced in remote learning
Recently signed New York Giants inside linebacker Blake Martinez got a taste of learning remotely during his days at Stanford. It's going to be put to good use with his new team.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Prison sentence of Brazil soccer executive Marin cut short
NEW YORK (AP) — The former head of Brazilian soccer was granted compassionate release from a U.S. federal prison on Monday amid the new coronavirus pandemic, his sentence cut short by about eight months.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Rutgers hoops lands highly recruited center Cliff Omoruyi
Steve Pikiell and Rutgers took other step toward becoming a major basketball threat in the Big Ten Conference, getting a commitment from highly regarded center Cliff Omoruyi.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
NCAA's greatest hits: Austin Carr's record 61 points in 1970
Austin Carr played for Notre Dame in an era when prolific scorers dominated college basketball.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Slater says Pats' special teams ready to adjust to changes
BOSTON (AP) — Strong special teams play has been one of the staples of the Patriots under Bill Belichick.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Former Washington football coach Jim Lambright dies at 77
SEATTLE (AP) — Former Washington football coach Jim Lambright has died at age 77, the school announced on Sunday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
The countdown clock is clicking again for the Tokyo Olympics
TOKYO (AP) — The countdown clocks have been reset and are ticking again for the Tokyo Olympics.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Red Sox LHP Sale has Tommy John Surgery
BOSTON (AP) — Red Sox starter Chris Sale had Tommy John surgery on his left elbow on Monday, his 31st birthday, waiting 11 days after doctors said he needed the operation because of difficulty in scheduling during the coronavirus pandemic.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Tech boom, MLB programs helping women find jobs in baseball
MESA, Ariz. (AP) — Rachel Folden figured something out early on during her first spring training with the Chicago Cubs — long before the coronavirus pandemic wiped out team activities.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
The countdown clock is clicking again for the Tokyo Olympics
TOKYO (AP) — The countdown clocks have been reset and are ticking again for the Tokyo Olympics.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Chargers announce Bulaga, Harris, Joseph and Vigil deals
The Los Angeles Chargers confirmed Monday that they have agreed to terms with offensive tackle Bryan Bulaga, cornerback Chris Harris Jr., defensive tackle Linval Joseph and linebacker Nick Vigil.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Red Sox LHP Sale has Tommy John Surgery
BOSTON (AP) — Red Sox starter Chris Sale had Tommy John surgery on his left elbow on Monday, his 31st birthday, waiting 11 days after doctors said he needed the operation because of difficulty in scheduling during the coronavirus pandemic.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Slater says Pats' special teams ready to adjust to changes
BOSTON (AP) — Strong special teams play has been one of the staples of the Patriots under Bill Belichick.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
As MLB ponders post-virus season, players worry about health
As Major League Baseball and the players' union
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Giants LB Blake Martinez experienced in remote learning
Recently signed New York Giants inside linebacker Blake Martinez got a taste of learning remotely during his days at Stanford. It's going to be put to good use with his new team.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Prison sentence of Brazil soccer executive Marin cut short
NEW YORK (AP) — The former head of Brazilian soccer was granted compassionate release from a U.S. federal prison on Monday amid the new coronavirus pandemic, his sentence cut short by about eight months.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Messi and his Barcelona teammates taking 70% pay cut
MADRID (AP) — In a letter critical of Barcelona club officials, Lionel Messi and his teammates said on Monday they are taking a 70% cut in salaries because of the shutdown caused by the coronavirus pandemic.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Mercedes F1 team helps to develop breathing aid in pandemic
Formula One team Mercedes has helped to develop a breathing aid that could keep coronavirus patients out of intensive care and ease some pressure on Britain’s strained health service.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Benzema makes unflattering comparison between him and Giroud
PARIS (AP) — Karim Benzema made an unflattering comment about fellow forward Olivier Giroud, comparing himself to a Formula One car and his former France teammate to a go-kart.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Messi says Barcelona players taking 70% pay cut
MADRID (AP) — In a letter critical of Barcelona club officials, Lionel Messi said Monday he and his teammates are taking a 70% cut in salaries because of the shutdown caused by the coronavirus pandemic.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Tokyo Olympics rescheduled for July 23-Aug. 8 in 2021
TOKYO (AP) — The Tokyo Olympics will open next year in the same time slot scheduled for this year's games.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Tokyo Olympic head expects call from IOC's Bach on new date
TOKYO (AP) — Tokyo Olympic organizers expect to talk with IOC President Thomas Bach this week about potential dates for next year's rescheduled games, with several reports suggesting they will be in the same July-August time slot.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Celtics coach adjusting to NBA's virus-imposed stoppage
BOSTON (AP) — Celtics coach Brad Stevens can only remember leaving his home on a few occasions over the past two weeks.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Visa extends athlete sponsorship to 2021 after Olympic delay
Visa has told its global roster of Olympic and Paralympic hopefuls their sponsorships will be extended into 2021 after the Tokyo Games were postponed, providing some financial certainty amid the disruption caused by the coronavirus pandemic.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Juventus, Ronaldo agree to forgo 90M euros in wages
ROME (AP) — Cristiano Ronaldo and his Juventus teammates along with coach Maurizio Sarri agreed to forgo 90 million euros ($100 million) in wages on Saturday to help the club during the coronavirus crisis.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Les Hunter, star on Loyola Chicago championship team, dies
CHICAGO (AP) — Les Hunter, a star on Loyola Chicago's barrier-breaking 1963 NCAA championship team, died Friday. He was 77.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Athletes, musicians help raise 625,000 euros to fight virus
MADRID (AP) — Athletes and musicians took part in an online global music festival organized by the Spanish league that raised more than 625,000 euros ($690,000) for the fight against the coronavirus on Saturday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Rutgers hoops lands highly recruited center Cliff Omoruyi
Steve Pikiell and Rutgers took other step toward becoming a major basketball threat in the Big Ten Conference, getting a commitment from highly regarded center Cliff Omoruyi.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
NCAA's greatest hits: Austin Carr's record 61 points in 1970
Austin Carr played for Notre Dame in an era when prolific scorers dominated college basketball.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Ducks sign first-round pick Trevor Zegras to 3-year contract
Trevor Zegras is in hockey limbo like everyone else, but he is hoping that signing with the Anaheim Ducks on Friday will serve as motivation until he can get back on the ice.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Crystal ball: Projecting the upcoming NFL schedule
Besides the draft, the other big event on April's NFL calendar is the release of the regular-season schedule. Teams have known their opponents since late December, but Howard Katz and his scheduling department continue to parse through over 50,000 scenarios pumped out by nearly 1,500 computers across the world.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
For Loyola's Sister Jean, pandemic is new territory
CHICAGO (AP) — Even to Sister Jean, the lovable nonagenarian nun who became a star during Loyola Chicago's stunning run to the Final Four two years ago, this is new territory.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Former Washington football coach Jim Lambright dies at 77
SEATTLE (AP) — Former Washington football coach Jim Lambright has died at age 77, the school announced on Sunday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Lions reach deals with LBs Reggie Ragland, Elijah Lee
DETROIT (AP) — The Detroit Lions have agreed to contracts with linebackers Reggie Ragland and Elijah Lee.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Coaches find ways to support young athletes feeling adrift
SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — Morgan Coppoc finds herself in a situation similar to so many other college athletes across the country, hundreds of miles away from campus and lost without her routine and her tennis teammates at Georgia.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Tech boom, MLB programs helping women find jobs in baseball
MESA, Ariz. (AP) — Rachel Folden figured something out early on during her first spring training with the Chicago Cubs — long before the coronavirus pandemic wiped out team activities.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Former Washington football coach Jim Lambright dies at 77
SEATTLE (AP) — Former Washington football coach Jim Lambright has died at age 77, the school announced on Sunday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Rutgers hoops lands highly recruited center Cliff Omoruyi
Steve Pikiell and Rutgers took other step toward becoming a major basketball threat in the Big Ten Conference, getting a commitment from highly regarded center Cliff Omoruyi.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Visa extends athlete sponsorship to 2021 after Olympic delay
Visa has told its global roster of Olympic and Paralympic hopefuls their sponsorships will be extended into 2021 after the Tokyo Games were postponed, providing some financial certainty amid the disruption caused by the coronavirus pandemic.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Tech boom, MLB programs helping women find jobs in baseball
MESA, Ariz. (AP) — Rachel Folden figured something out early on during her first spring training with the Chicago Cubs — long before the coronavirus pandemic wiped out team activities.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Happy Homecoming; Wisniewski thrilled to join Steelers
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Six months ago, Stefen Wisniewski's Sundays consisted of spending the afternoon watching the NFL on TV wondering if his phone was ever going to ring. The veteran offensive lineman tried not to fixate on the circumstances that led to him sitting on the couch.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Celtics coach adjusting to NBA's virus-imposed stoppage
BOSTON (AP) — Celtics coach Brad Stevens can only remember leaving his home on a few occasions over the past two weeks.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Juventus, Ronaldo agree to forgo 90M euros in wages
ROME (AP) — Cristiano Ronaldo and his Juventus teammates along with coach Maurizio Sarri agreed to forgo 90 million euros ($100 million) in wages on Saturday to help the club during the coronavirus crisis.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
MMA, esports, The Apprentice _ Chatri's options in pandemic
He survived the Asian financial crisis, which wiped out entire economies and tore his family apart.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Fans continue to question Bayern Munich's silence on Qatar
BERLIN (AP) — Even though the protests have stopped amid the coronavirus outbreak, many Bayern Munich fans are still pushing for their club to take its Qatari sponsor to task for human rights abuses in the country.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Les Hunter, star on Loyola Chicago championship team, dies
CHICAGO (AP) — Les Hunter, a star on Loyola Chicago's barrier-breaking 1963 NCAA championship team, died Friday. He was 77.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Athletes, musicians help raise 625,000 euros to fight virus
MADRID (AP) — Athletes and musicians took part in an online global music festival organized by the Spanish league that raised more than 625,000 euros ($690,000) for the fight against the coronavirus on Saturday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
NCAA's greatest hits: Austin Carr's record 61 points in 1970
Austin Carr played for Notre Dame in an era when prolific scorers dominated college basketball.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Ducks sign first-round pick Trevor Zegras to 3-year contract
Trevor Zegras is in hockey limbo like everyone else, but he is hoping that signing with the Anaheim Ducks on Friday will serve as motivation until he can get back on the ice.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Crystal ball: Projecting the upcoming NFL schedule
Besides the draft, the other big event on April's NFL calendar is the release of the regular-season schedule. Teams have known their opponents since late December, but Howard Katz and his scheduling department continue to parse through over 50,000 scenarios pumped out by nearly 1,500 computers across the world.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Who's Zooming? Dolphins newcomers get virtual introductions
MIAMI (AP) — As linebacker Kyle Van Noy visited with reporters for the first time since joining the Miami Dolphins, he wore headphones — not for noise canceling, but to hear the questions.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
For Loyola's Sister Jean, pandemic is new territory
CHICAGO (AP) — Even to Sister Jean, the lovable nonagenarian nun who became a star during Loyola Chicago's stunning run to the Final Four two years ago, this is new territory.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Ravens lose DT Brockers, who returns to Rams for 3-year deal
OWINGS MILLS, Md. (AP) — The Baltimore Ravens won't have Michael Brockers on their retooled defensive line after all, and now he's headed back to Los Angeles.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
NCAA's storied party crashers includes 'Dunk City,' Loyola
If not for those magical eight days seven years ago, Florida Gulf Coast might still be that upstart school trying to create an identity in the Sunshine State, never mind nationally.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Lions reach deals with LBs Reggie Ragland, Elijah Lee
DETROIT (AP) — The Detroit Lions have agreed to contracts with linebackers Reggie Ragland and Elijah Lee.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Coaches find ways to support young athletes feeling adrift
SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — Morgan Coppoc finds herself in a situation similar to so many other college athletes across the country, hundreds of miles away from campus and lost without her routine and her tennis teammates at Georgia.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Athletes, musicians help raise 625,000 euros to fight virus
MADRID (AP) — Athletes and musicians took part in an online global music festival organized by the Spanish league that raised more than 625,000 euros ($690,000) for the fight against the coronavirus on Saturday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Athletes, musicians help raise 500,000 euros to fight virus
MADRID (AP) — Athletes and musicians took part in an online global music festival organized by the Spanish league that raised more than 500,000 euros ($552,000) for the fight against the coronavirus on Saturday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Juventus, Ronaldo agree to forgo 90M euros in wages
ROME (AP) — Cristiano Ronaldo and his Juventus teammates along with coach Maurizio Sarri agreed to forgo 90 million euros ($100 million) in wages on Saturday to help the club during the coronavirus crisis.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
NCAA's greatest hits: Austin Carr's record 61 points in 1970
Austin Carr played for Notre Dame in an era when prolific scorers dominated college basketball.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Happy Homecoming; Wisniewski thrilled to join Steelers
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Six months ago, Stefen Wisniewski's Sundays consisted of spending the afternoon watching the NFL on TV wondering if his phone was ever going to ring. The veteran offensive lineman tried not to fixate on the circumstances that led to him sitting on the couch.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Celtics coach adjusting to NBA's virus-imposed stoppage
BOSTON (AP) — Celtics coach Brad Stevens can only remember leaving his home on a few occasions over the past two weeks.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Japanese baseball players test positive for coronavirus
TOKYO (AP) — Three Hanshin Tigers players testing positive for the coronavirus this week isn't making Japanese baseball organizers think twice about starting the professional league season next month.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
MMA, esports, The Apprentice _ Chatri's options in pandemic
He survived the Asian financial crisis, which wiped out entire economies and tore his family apart.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Fans continue to question Bayern Munich's silence on Qatar
BERLIN (AP) — Even though the protests have stopped amid the coronavirus outbreak, many Bayern Munich fans are still pushing for their club to take its Qatari sponsor to task for human rights abuses in the country.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Les Hunter, star on Loyola Chicago championship team, dies
CHICAGO (AP) — Les Hunter, a star on Loyola Chicago's barrier-breaking 1963 NCAA championship team, died Friday. He was 77.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Ducks sign first-round pick Trevor Zegras to 3-year contract
Trevor Zegras is in hockey limbo like everyone else, but he is hoping that signing with the Anaheim Ducks on Friday will serve as motivation until he can get back on the ice.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Crystal ball: Projecting the upcoming NFL schedule
Besides the draft, the other big event on April's NFL calendar is the release of the regular-season schedule. Teams have known their opponents since late December, but Howard Katz and his scheduling department continue to parse through over 50,000 scenarios pumped out by nearly 1,500 computers across the world.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Who's Zooming? Dolphins newcomers get virtual introductions
MIAMI (AP) — As linebacker Kyle Van Noy visited with reporters for the first time since joining the Miami Dolphins, he wore headphones — not for noise canceling, but to hear the questions.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
For Loyola's Sister Jean, pandemic is new territory
CHICAGO (AP) — Even to Sister Jean, the lovable nonagenarian nun who became a star during Loyola Chicago's stunning run to the Final Four two years ago, this is new territory.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Ravens lose DT Brockers, who returns to Rams for 3-year deal
OWINGS MILLS, Md. (AP) — The Baltimore Ravens won't have Michael Brockers on their retooled defensive line after all, and now he's headed back to Los Angeles.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Former Astros star Jimmy 'The Toy Cannon' Wynn dies at 78
Jimmy Wynn, the diminutive Houston slugger whose monster shots in the 1960s and '70s earned him the popular nickname “The Toy Cannon," has died. He was 78.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
MLB uniform maker switches to producing medical masks, gowns
PHILADELPHIA (AP) — The Bryce Harper jersey that could have been worn this baseball season by the biggest Philadelphia Phillies fan is now a protective mask in the fight against the coronavirus pandemic.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
NCAA's storied party crashers includes 'Dunk City,' Loyola
If not for those magical eight days seven years ago, Florida Gulf Coast might still be that upstart school trying to create an identity in the Sunshine State, never mind nationally.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Lions reach deals with LBs Reggie Ragland, Elijah Lee
DETROIT (AP) — The Detroit Lions have agreed to contracts with linebackers Reggie Ragland and Elijah Lee.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Coaches find ways to support young athletes feeling adrift
SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — Morgan Coppoc finds herself in a situation similar to so many other college athletes across the country, hundreds of miles away from campus and lost without her routine and her tennis teammates at Georgia.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
College athletes choosing whether to stay in US or head home
STORRS, Conn. (AP) — All but one of Anna Makurat's teammates headed home after the NCAA canceled this year's postseason basketball tournament and the school suspended classes amid the COVID-19 pandemic.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Dayton's Obi Toppin -- AP player of year -- heading to NBA
Dayton's Obi Toppin is headed to the NBA after leading the Flyers to a 29-2 record and No. 3 ranking as a redshirt sophomore.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Celtics coach adjusting to NBA's virus-imposed stoppage
BOSTON (AP) — Celtics coach Brad Stevens can only remember leaving his home on a few occasions over the past two weeks.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Crystal ball: Projecting the upcoming NFL schedule
Besides the draft, the other big event on April's NFL calendar is the release of the regular-season schedule. Teams have known their opponents since late December, but Howard Katz and his scheduling department continue to parse through over 50,000 scenarios pumped out by nearly 1,500 computers across the world.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Lions reach deals with LBs Reggie Ragland, Elijah Lee
DETROIT (AP) — The Detroit Lions have agreed to contracts with linebackers Reggie Ragland and Elijah Lee.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Les Hunter, star on Loyola Chicago championship team, dies
CHICAGO (AP) — Les Hunter, a star on Loyola Chicago's barrier-breaking 1963 NCAA championship team, died Friday. He was 77.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Ducks sign first-round pick Trevor Zegras to 3-year contract
Trevor Zegras is in hockey limbo like everyone else, but he is hoping that signing with the Anaheim Ducks on Friday will serve as motivation until he can get back on the ice.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
For Loyola's Sister Jean, pandemic is new territory
CHICAGO (AP) — Even to Sister Jean, the lovable nonagenarian nun who became a star during Loyola Chicago's stunning run to the Final Four two years ago, this is new territory.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
AP sources: Lions reach deals with LBs Ragland, Lee
DETROIT (AP) — The Detroit Lions have agreed to a contract with linebacker Reggie Ragland, according to a person with knowledge of the deal.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Ravens lose DT Brockers, who returns to Rams for 3-year deal
OWINGS MILLS, Md. (AP) — The Baltimore Ravens won't have Michael Brockers on their retooled defensive line after all, and now he's headed back to Los Angeles.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Who's Zooming? Dolphins newcomers get virtual introductions
MIAMI (AP) — As linebacker Kyle Van Noy visited with reporters for the first time since joining the Miami Dolphins, he wore headphones — not for noise canceling, but to hear the questions.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
AP source: Lions, linebacker Reggie Ragland agree to deal
DETROIT (AP) — The Detroit Lions have agreed to a contract with linebacker Reggie Ragland, according to a person with knowledge of the deal.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Happy Homecoming; Wisniewski thrilled to join Steelers
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Six months ago, Stefen Wisniewski's Sundays consisted of spending the afternoon watching the NFL on TV wondering if his phone was ever going to ring. The veteran offensive lineman tried not to fixate on the circumstances that led to him sitting on the couch.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Fans continue to question Bayern Munich's silence on Qatar
BERLIN (AP) — Even though the protests have stopped amid the coronavirus outbreak, many Bayern Munich fans are still pushing for their club to take its Qatari sponsor to task for human rights abuses in the country.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Ravens lose DT Brockers, leaving void in defensive line
OWINGS MILLS, Md. (AP) — The Baltimore Ravens won't have Michael Brockers on their retooled defensive line after all.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Q&A: Tokyo Olympics move to 2021; countless questions remain
TOKYO (AP) — Things began to unravel this week when the Tokyo Olympics were postponed until next year — a decision announced by Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe in a joint agreement with IOC President Thomas Bach.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Twinbills? Winter windup? Baseball's 2020 could be creative
PHOENIX (AP) — It's been another ideal week of March weather in central Arizona, with highs in the 70s and plenty of sunshine.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
A realistic simulation: Trout is opening day Strat star
Mike Trout hit two home runs off Zack Greinke and scored four times to help the Los Angeles Angels beat the Houston Astros 9-6 on opening day.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Bonding on hold for free agents acquired by Dolphins
MIAMI (AP) — Byron Jones has yet to meet his new coach. Shaq Lawson is still learning the names of teammates. Kyle Van Noy is stuck in California, 2,300 miles from work.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Bucs keeping defense together, re-sign Suh for $8 million
TAMPA, Fla. (AP) — The Tampa Bay Buccaneers continue to re-assemble pieces to help Tom Brady be successful with his new team.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
AP source: Colts continue building defense by signing Rhodes
INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — The Indianapolis Colts signed free agent cornerback Xavier Rhodes on Thursday, adding another potentially key piece to their defense.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Ravens DE Campbell took unusual path after trade from Jags
OWINGS MILLS, Md. (AP) — If this was a typical NFL offseason, Baltimore Ravens newcomer Calais Campbell would have taken his physical at the team facility, signed his contract extension within the building and introduced himself at a news conference attended by general manager Eric DeCosta and coach John Harbaugh.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Coaches find ways to support young athletes feeling adrift
SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — Morgan Coppoc finds herself in a situation similar to so many other college athletes across the country, hundreds of miles away from campus and lost without her routine and her tennis teammates at Georgia.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Japanese baseball players test positive for coronavirus
TOKYO (AP) — Three Hanshin Tigers players testing positive for the coronavirus this week isn't making Japanese baseball organizers think twice about starting the professional league season next month.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
MMA, esports, The Apprentice _ Chatri's options in pandemic
He survived the Asian financial crisis, which wiped out entire economies and tore his family apart.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Michel Hidalgo, who coached France to Euro 1984 title, dies
PARIS (AP) — For Michel Hidalgo, playing soccer the right way always meant playing the beautiful way.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Bears finalize 2-year deal with former All-Pro TE Graham
LAKE FOREST, Ill. (AP) — Jimmy Graham insisted he can become a dominant tight end again. And he looks forward to showing it in Chicago.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Watt eager for fresh start, family reunion in Pittsburgh
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Turns out, Derek Watt's reunion with younger brother T.J. has its limits. Like say, sharing a roof for the first time since college.
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NFL hosts webinar to help current, former players in crisis
ANN ARBOR, Mich. (AP) — The
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Royals new owner patiently awaiting rescheduled opening day
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — The morning dawned bright and sunny over Kauffman Stadium, just to the east of downtown Kansas City. The outfield grass was a perfectly manicured ocean of green, the infield dirt brushed as if by a fine-toothed comb. In the air was a pervasive feeling of …
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Former Astros star Jimmy 'The Toy Cannon' Wynn dies at 78
Jimmy Wynn, the diminutive Houston slugger whose monster shots in the 1960s and '70s earned him the popular nickname “The Toy Cannon," has died. He was 78.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
MLB uniform maker switches to producing medical masks, gowns
PHILADELPHIA (AP) — The Bryce Harper jersey that could have been worn this baseball season by the biggest Philadelphia Phillies fan is now a protective mask in the fight against the coronavirus pandemic.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
NCAA's storied party crashers includes 'Dunk City,' Loyola
If not for those magical eight days seven years ago, Florida Gulf Coast might still be that upstart school trying to create an identity in the Sunshine State, never mind nationally.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
College athletes choosing whether to stay in US or head home
STORRS, Conn. (AP) — All but one of Anna Makurat's teammates headed home after the NCAA canceled this year's postseason basketball tournament and the school suspended classes amid the COVID-19 pandemic.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Dayton's Obi Toppin -- AP player of year -- heading to NBA
Dayton's Obi Toppin is headed to the NBA after leading the Flyers to a 29-2 record and No. 3 ranking as a redshirt sophomore.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Bills agree to sign cornerback Gaines, tackle Daryl Williams
BUFFALO, N.Y. (AP) — The Buffalo Bills are giving oft-injured cornerback E.J. Gaines a third opportunity to resume his career by agreeing to a one-year contract on Thursday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Coaches find ways to support young athletes feeling adrift
SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — Morgan Coppoc finds herself in a situation similar to so many other college athletes across the country, hundreds of miles away from campus and lost without her routine and her tennis teammates at Georgia.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Japanese baseball players test positive for coronavirus
TOKYO (AP) — Three Hanshin Tigers players testing positive for the coronavirus this week isn't making Japanese baseball organizers think twice about starting the professional league season next month.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Former Astros star Jimmy 'The Toy Cannon' Wynn dies at 78
Jimmy Wynn, the diminutive Houston slugger whose monster shots in the 1960s and '70s earned him the popular nickname “The Toy Cannon," has died. He was 78.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Bills agree to sign cornerback Gaines, tackle Daryl Williams
BUFFALO, N.Y. (AP) — The Buffalo Bills are giving oft-injured cornerback E.J. Gaines a third opportunity to resume his career by agreeing to a one-year contract on Thursday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Bonding on hold for free agents acquired by Dolphins
MIAMI (AP) — Byron Jones has yet to meet his new coach. Shaq Lawson is still learning the names of teammates. Kyle Van Noy is stuck in California, 2,300 miles from work.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
AP source: Colts continue building defense by signing Rhodes
INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — The Indianapolis Colts signed free agent cornerback Xavier Rhodes on Thursday, adding another potentially key piece to their defense.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
MLB uniform maker switches to producing medical masks, gowns
PHILADELPHIA (AP) — The Bryce Harper jersey that could have been worn this baseball season by the biggest Philadelphia Phillies fan is now a protective mask in the fight against the coronavirus pandemic.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Watt eager for fresh start, family reunion in Pittsburgh
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Turns out, Derek Watt's reunion with younger brother T.J. has its limits. Like say, sharing a roof for the first time since college.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Ravens DE Campbell took unusual path after trade from Jags
OWINGS MILLS, Md. (AP) — If this was a typical NFL offseason, Baltimore Ravens newcomer Calais Campbell would have taken his physical at the team facility, signed his contract extension within the building and introduced himself at a news conference attended by general manager Eric DeCosta and coach John Harbaugh.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
A realistic simulation: Trout is opening day Strat star
Mike Trout hit two home runs off Zack Greinke and scored four times to help the Los Angeles Angels beat the Houston Astros 9-6 on opening day.
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NFL hosts webinar to help current, former players in crisis
ANN ARBOR, Mich. (AP) — The
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Twinbills? Winter windup? Baseball's 2020 could be creative
PHOENIX (AP) — It's been another ideal week of March weather in central Arizona, with highs in the 70s and plenty of sunshine.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Bucs keeping defense together, re-sign Suh for $8 million
TAMPA, Fla. (AP) — The Tampa Bay Buccaneers continue to re-assemble pieces to help Tom Brady be successful with his new team.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Bears finalize 2-year deal with former All-Pro TE Graham
LAKE FOREST, Ill. (AP) — Jimmy Graham insisted he can become a dominant tight end again. And he looks forward to showing it in Chicago.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Michel Hidalgo, who coached France to Euro 1984 title, dies
PARIS (AP) — For Michel Hidalgo, playing soccer the right way always meant playing the beautiful way.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
NCAA's storied party crashers includes 'Dunk City,' Loyola
If not for those magical eight days seven years ago, Florida Gulf Coast might still be that upstart school trying to create an identity in the Sunshine State, never mind nationally.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Royals new owner patiently awaiting rescheduled opening day
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — The morning dawned bright and sunny over Kauffman Stadium, just to the east of downtown Kansas City. The outfield grass was a perfectly manicured ocean of green, the infield dirt brushed as if by a fine-toothed comb. In the air was a pervasive feeling of …
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Tokyo Olympics: Looking for a new date for opening, closing
TOKYO (AP) — The Tokyo Olympics need new dates for the opening and closing ceremonies in 2021.
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MMA, esports, The Apprentice _ Chatri's options in pandemic
He survived the Asian financial crisis, which wiped out entire economies and tore his family apart.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
New US Soccer leadership: Settling women's lawsuit priority
NEW YORK (AP) — The newly installed president and chief executive officer of the U.S. Soccer Federation used their first news conference to state that settling a lawsuit filed by women's national team players is a top priority.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
The old guards: Gatlin, Powell hanging on for games in 2021
Highlights of their very best moments are still available on compact discs, maybe even actual video tape. When teammates shout out, “Hey, old man" — well, they know that's directed at them.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Panthers sign QB Teddy Bridgewater to 3-year contract
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) — The Panthers have officially signed free agent quarterback Teddy Bridgewater to a three-year contract.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Tom Brady over Jameis Winston easy decision for Buccaneers
TAMPA, Fla. (AP) — The decision to pursue Tom Brady in free agency was a no-brainer for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Chargers unveil updated lightning bolt and logotype
LOS ANGELES (AP) — The Los Angeles Chargers have updated their logo and unveiled new logotype ahead of their move into their new home.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Jaguars, oft-injured TE Tyler Eifert agree to 2-year deal
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. (AP) — Oft-injured tight end Tyler Eifert and the Jacksonville Jaguars agreed to a two-year contract in free agency Tuesday night.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Ballmer to buy Forum, clearing way for new Clippers arena
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Los Angeles Clippers owner Steve Ballmer is buying the Forum for $400 million, ending the billionaire's legal fight with the Madison Square Garden Company and clearing the way to build a new arena for his NBA team down the street in Inglewood, California.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
AP Source: Chargers agree to 1-year deal with LB Nick Vigil
The Los Angeles Chargers have agreed to a one-year contract with free agent linebacker Nick Vigil.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Diabolical division: NFC West looks loaded for another year
LOS ANGELES (AP) — The NFC West was a diabolically difficult division for most of the past decade, and it only seems to be getting tougher.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Devils, Sixers nix decision to cut salaries amid pandemic
The New Jersey Devils and Philadelphia 76ers have done an about face on cutting salaries for employees making more than $100,000.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Pros, preps and weekend warriors go virtual amid pandemic
Trevor May has been preparing for this.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Tokyo's delayed Olympics: Who pays bills for another year?
TOKYO (AP) — With the Tokyo Olympics postponed until 2021, now comes the multi-billion-dollar question: Who pays the bills for the delay, and how large will they be?
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Olympic delay leaves athletes uncertain about sponsorships
Aside from figuring out how to maintain their health and fitness for an additional year, athletes like Ryan Crouser suddenly faced another concern when the Olympics were postponed until 2021.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Pats' McCourty ready for post-Brady era in New England
BOSTON (AP) — Don't minimize the Patriots.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
College athletes choosing whether to stay in US or head home
STORRS, Conn. (AP) — All but one of Anna Makurat's teammates headed home after the NCAA canceled this year's postseason basketball tournament and the school suspended classes amid the COVID-19 pandemic.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Dayton's Obi Toppin -- AP player of year -- heading to NBA
Dayton's Obi Toppin is headed to the NBA after leading the Flyers to a 29-2 record and No. 3 ranking as a redshirt sophomore.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Tom Brady over Jameis Winston easy decision for Buccaneers
TAMPA, Fla. (AP) — The decision to pursue Tom Brady in free agency was a no-brainer for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Olympic delay leaves athletes uncertain about sponsorships
Aside from figuring out how to maintain their health and fitness for an additional year, athletes like Ryan Crouser suddenly faced another concern when the Olympics were postponed until 2021.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Pats' McCourty ready for post-Brady era in New England
BOSTON (AP) — Don't minimize the Patriots.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Panthers sign QB Teddy Bridgewater to 3-year contract
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) — The Panthers have officially signed free agent quarterback Teddy Bridgewater to a three-year contract.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Dayton's Obi Toppin -- AP player of year -- heading to NBA
Dayton's Obi Toppin is headed to the NBA after leading the Flyers to a 29-2 record and No. 3 ranking as a redshirt sophomore.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
US Justice Department: Don't treat trans athletes as girls
HARTFORD, Conn. (AP) — The U.S. Justice Department is getting involved
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Bach invokes Trump in defense of Olympic decision
GENEVA (AP) —
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Tokyo's delayed Olympics: Who pays bills for another year?
TOKYO (AP) — With the Tokyo Olympics postponed until 2021, now comes the multi-billion-dollar question: Who pays the bills for the delay, and how large will they be?
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
New US Soccer leadership: Settling women's lawsuit priority
NEW YORK (AP) — The newly installed president and chief executive officer of the U.S. Soccer Federation used their first news conference to state that settling a lawsuit filed by women's national team players is a top priority.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Fore! Golfers play on, for now, with precautions in place
YPSILANTI, Mich. (AP) — Washtenaw Golf Club, one of the oldest courses in Michigan, typically only has to worry about the weather in March.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Trent Williams asks Redskins to trade or release him
WASHINGTON (AP) — Trent Williams wants the Redskins to trade or release him.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Final Four stardom not always followed by long NBA career
Jeff Sheppard works as a financial planner now, more than two decades removed from the time he helped Kentucky win the NCAA Tournament.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Panthers release quarterback Cam Newton
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) — The Cam Newton era is over in Carolina, as the Panthers released the 30-year-old quarterback after nine seasons.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Chargers unveil updated lightning bolt and logotype
LOS ANGELES (AP) — The Los Angeles Chargers have updated their logo and unveiled new logotype ahead of their move into their new home.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Six-time Super Bowl champ Brady looking forward, not behind
TAMPA, Fla. (AP) — Tom Brady says one day he’ll have time to reflect on a historic 20-year stint with the New England Patriots.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Jaguars, oft-injured TE Tyler Eifert agree to 2-year deal
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. (AP) — Oft-injured tight end Tyler Eifert and the Jacksonville Jaguars agreed to a two-year contract in free agency Tuesday night.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
AP sources: QB moves: Panthers add XFL's Walker, trade Allen
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) — The Panthers are making more changes at quarterback.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Ballmer to buy Forum, clearing way for new Clippers arena
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Los Angeles Clippers owner Steve Ballmer is buying the Forum for $400 million, ending the billionaire's legal fight with the Madison Square Garden Company and clearing the way to build a new arena for his NBA team down the street in Inglewood, California.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
College athletes choosing whether to stay in US or head home
STORRS, Conn. (AP) — All but one of Anna Makurat's teammates headed home after the NCAA canceled this year's postseason basketball tournament and the school suspended classes amid the COVID-19 pandemic.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
AP source: Panthers agree to terms with WR Robby Anderson
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) — A person familiar with the situation says free agent wide receiver Robby Anderson has agreed to terms on a two-year contract worth $20 million with the Carolina Panthers.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
AP Source: Chargers agree to 1-year deal with LB Nick Vigil
The Los Angeles Chargers have agreed to a one-year contract with free agent linebacker Nick Vigil.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Diabolical division: NFC West looks loaded for another year
LOS ANGELES (AP) — The NFC West was a diabolically difficult division for most of the past decade, and it only seems to be getting tougher.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Devils, Sixers nix decision to cut salaries amid pandemic
The New Jersey Devils and Philadelphia 76ers have done an about face on cutting salaries for employees making more than $100,000.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Pros, preps and weekend warriors go virtual amid pandemic
Trevor May has been preparing for this.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
AP Sources: Seahawks land WR Phillip Dorsett on 1-year deal
RENTON, Wash. (AP) — The Seattle Seahawks made a significant addition to their wide receiver group by agreeing to a one-year contract Tuesday with Phillip Dorsett, according to two people with knowledge of the deal.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Backup plan: Browns sign veteran QB Keenum to help Mayfield
CLEVELAND (AP) — Case Keenum's NFL journey is reuniting him with a coach who brought out the best in the quarterback.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Fore! Golfers play on, for now, with precautions in place
YPSILANTI, Mich. (AP) — Washtenaw Golf Club, one of the oldest courses in Michigan, typically only has to worry about the weather in March.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
College athletes choosing whether to stay in US or head home
STORRS, Conn. (AP) — All but one of Anna Makurat's teammates headed home after the NCAA canceled this year's postseason basketball tournament and the school suspended classes amid the COVID-19 pandemic.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Pros, preps and weekend warriors go virtual amid pandemic
Trevor May has been preparing for this.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Jaguars, oft-injured TE Tyler Eifert agree to 2-year deal
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. (AP) — Oft-injured tight end Tyler Eifert and the Jacksonville Jaguars agreed to a two-year contract in free agency Tuesday night.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Ballmer to buy Forum, clearing way for new Clippers arena
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Los Angeles Clippers owner Steve Ballmer is buying the Forum for $400 million, ending the billionaire's legal fight with the Madison Square Garden Company and clearing the way to build a new arena for his NBA team down the street in Inglewood, California.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Diabolical division: NFC West looks loaded for another year
LOS ANGELES (AP) — The NFC West was a diabolically difficult division for most of the past decade, and it only seems to be getting tougher.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Chargers unveil updated lightning bolt and logotype
LOS ANGELES (AP) — The Los Angeles Chargers have updated their logo and unveiled new logotype ahead of their move into their new home.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
AP Source: Chargers agree to 1-year deal with LB Nick Vigil
The Los Angeles Chargers have agreed to a one-year contract with free agent linebacker Nick Vigil.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
New US Soccer leadership: Settling women's lawsuit priority
NEW YORK (AP) — The newly installed president and chief executive officer of the U.S. Soccer Federation used their first news conference to state that settling a lawsuit filed by women's national team players is a top priority.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Devils, Sixers nix decision to cut salaries amid pandemic
The New Jersey Devils and Philadelphia 76ers have done an about face on cutting salaries for employees making more than $100,000.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
AP source: Panthers agree to terms with WR Robby Anderson
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) — A person familiar with the situation says free agent wide receiver Robby Anderson has agreed to terms on a two-year contract worth $20 million with the Carolina Panthers.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
AP Sources: Seahawks land WR Phillip Dorsett on 1-year deal
RENTON, Wash. (AP) — The Seattle Seahawks made a significant addition to their wide receiver group by agreeing to a one-year contract Tuesday with Phillip Dorsett, according to two people with knowledge of the deal.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Panthers release quarterback Cam Newton
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) — The Cam Newton era is over in Carolina, as the Panthers released the 30-year-old quarterback after nine seasons.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Six-time Super Bowl champ Brady looking forward, not behind
TAMPA, Fla. (AP) — Tom Brady says one day he’ll have time to reflect on a historic 20-year stint with the New England Patriots.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
De Grasse now has chance to be part of Olympic sprint show
Andre De Grasse now has the chance to be a major part of the sprint show at the Tokyo Games.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Sports announcers get creative as virus wipes out day job
Mark Church was sitting on the end of his bed, coming to terms with the devastating effect the coronavirus outbreak would have on his job as a cricket announcer, when he picked up his phone and did what he does best.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
For athletes, Olympic delay brings relief but new challenges
DÜSSELDORF, Germany (AP) — It's time for Olympic athletes to stand down, relax those diet rules and dial down the training.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Olympic torch relay postponed by Olympic postponement
TOKYO (AP) — The Olympic torch relay was postponed Tuesday because the Tokyo Games themselves were pushed back to 2021.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Backup plan: Browns sign veteran QB Keenum to help Mayfield
CLEVELAND (AP) — Case Keenum's NFL journey is reuniting him with a coach who brought out the best in the quarterback.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Devils, Sixers cut some staff salaries for three months
The New Jersey Devils and Philadelphia 76ers have cut salaries for employees making more than $100,000 and put them on a four-day work week as the franchises deal with the impact of the coronavirus.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Trent Williams asks Redskins to trade or release him
WASHINGTON (AP) — Trent Williams wants the Redskins to trade or release him.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
University of Michigan hires new law firm in abuse inquiry
ANN ARBOR, Mich. (AP) — The University of Michigan has hired a new law firm to lead the investigation into allegations a deceased doctor molested hundreds of people.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Final Four stardom not always followed by long NBA career
Jeff Sheppard works as a financial planner now, more than two decades removed from the time he helped Kentucky win the NCAA Tournament.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
AP Source: Seahawks acquire CB Quinton Dunbar from Redskins
RENTON, Wash. (AP) — The Seattle Seahawks have finally addressed one of their defensive needs. No, it had nothing to do Jadeveon Clowney or the pass rush.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Patriots release all-time leading scorer Stephen Gostkowski
BOSTON (AP) — The Patriots said goodbye Monday to another longtime staple of their two-decade run of championships, releasing kicker and franchise leading scorer Stephen Gostkowski.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
AP sources: QB moves: Panthers add XFL's Walker, trade Allen
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) — The Panthers are making more changes at quarterback.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Blue and yellow again: LA Rams unveil logos, color scheme
LOS ANGELES (AP) — The Los Angeles Rams have unveiled a brand-new logo and some familiar new colors ahead of a milestone season.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Ex-Brady backup Hoyer agrees to 1-year deal with Patriots
BOSTON (AP) — Brian Hoyer is returning to the Patriots for a third time.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Giants reach agreements with Dion Lewis and Corey Coleman
The New York Giants have reached agreements on one-year contracts with running back Dion Lewis and wide receiver Corey Coleman.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Olympic torch relay: No torch, no torchbearers, no public
TOKYO (AP) — The Tokyo Olympic torch relay will start Thursday as planned in northeastern Fukushima prefecture — but with no torch, no torchbearers, no public, and little ceremony.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Home in Arizona, Kennard ready to aid Cardinals' rebuild
Chandler Jones was one of the NFL's elite defensive players last season even if the rest of the Arizona Cardinals defense usually struggled.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
AP source: Seahawks add to offensive line with Warmack
RENTON, Wash. (AP) — The Seattle Seahawks continue to stockpile offensive linemen in free agency, agreeing to terms with former first-rounder Chance Warmack on Sunday, according to a person with knowledge of the deal.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Redskins get Allen from Panthers, trade Dunbar to Seahawks
WASHINGTON (AP) — The Redskins traded for a quarterback coach Ron Rivera is plenty familiar with. Just not that one.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
AP source: Falcons agree to deals with Treadwell, McCray
ATLANTA (AP) — A person familiar with the deals says the Atlanta Falcons have reached agreements with wide receiver Laquon Treadwell, a former first-round pick of the Minnesota Vikings, and guard Justin McCray.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
De Grasse still hoping to be part of Olympic sprint show
Andre De Grasse intends on being a major part of the sprint show at the Tokyo Games.
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Patriots release all-time leading scorer Stephen Gostkowski
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Home in Arizona, Kennard ready to aid Cardinals' rebuild
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AP sources: QB moves: Panthers add XFL's Walker, trade Allen
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) — The Panthers are making more changes at quarterback.
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AP source: Redskins acquire QB Kyle Allen from Panthers
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Blue and yellow again: LA Rams unveil logos, color scheme
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Ex-Brady backup Hoyer agrees to 1-year deal with Patriots
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Former Brady backup Hoyer agrees to 1-year deal with Pats
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AP source: Panthers agree to terms with XFL QB P.J. Walker
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AP source: Falcons agree to deals with Treadwell, McCray
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Saints, Peat agree on 5-year contract
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Final Four stardom not always followed by long NBA career
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AP source: Seahawks add to offensive line with Warmack
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Judge recommends dismissing suit against former MSU coach
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Big catch: Saints add free-agent receiver Emmanuel Sanders
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AP source: Seahawks add to offensive line with Warmack
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Final Four stardom not always followed by long NBA career
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AP Source: UAB reaches agreement with hoops coach Kennedy
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Saints, Peat agree on 5-year contract
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English rugby in turmoil as season canceled below top flight
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Rivers eager to prove critics wrong after joining Colts
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Panthers sign receiver/returner Cooper, safety Burris
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Olympic champions in hard-hit Bergamo surrounded by death
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'New football journey': Tom Brady signs with Buccaneers
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AP source: Falcons agree to 1-year deal with Todd Gurley
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Judge recommends dismissing suit against former MSU coach
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Virus grows, as do questions: Will the Tokyo Olympics open?
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Kenyan Drake staying with Cardinals on one-year deal
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Big catch: Saints add free-agent receiver Emmanuel Sanders
NEW ORLEANS (AP) — Free-agent wide receiver Emmanuel Sanders has agreed to a two-year contract with the Saints, New Orleans general manager Mickey Loomis said Saturday.
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Virus grows, as do questions: Will the Tokyo Olympics open?
TOKYO (AP) — The Olympic flame has arrived in Japan from Greece. Next comes the torch relay around the country, which is scheduled to start Thursday in northern Japan.
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Saints coach Payton says he tested positive for coronavirus
NEW ORLEANS (AP) — New Orleans Saints head coach Sean Payton says he has tested positive for the coronavirus, is resting comfortably at home and is making his test result public in hopes he can motivate people to do more to fight the pandemic.
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AP Source: UAB reaches agreement with hoops coach Kennedy
MONTGOMERY, Ala. (AP) — A person familiar with the situation says UAB has agreed in principle with former Mississippi coach Andy Kennedy to become the Blazers basketball coach.
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Saints, Peat agree on 5-year contract
NEW ORLEANS (AP) — Saints free agent left guard Andrus Peat has agreed to a five-year contract keeping him in New Orleans and virtually ensuring the club's entire 2019 starting offensive line would remain intact for the coming season.
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English rugby in turmoil as season canceled below top flight
English rugby was plunged into financial turmoil and uncertainty on Friday after the season was canceled at all levels below the top-flight Premiership because of the coronavirus outbreak.
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Networks adjusting to life without live sporting events
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Panthers sign receiver/returner Cooper, safety Burris
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) — The Carolina Panthers signed free agent wide receiver Pharoh Cooper to a one-year contract Friday and safety Juston Burris to a two-year deal.
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Olympic champions in hard-hit Bergamo surrounded by death
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Sports business staff grapple with coronavirus world
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Minor league advocacy group demands $15,000 salaries
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'New football journey': Tom Brady signs with Buccaneers
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AP source: Falcons agree to 1-year deal with Todd Gurley
ATLANTA (AP) — Todd Gurley didn't wait long to find his new NFL home.
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Steelers reach agreements with TE Ebron, OG Wisniewski
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Ben Roethlisberger is getting a little help. The defensive line is getting a little depth.
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Right fit: Tackle Conklin gives Browns stability up front
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Judge recommends dismissing suit against former MSU coach
DETROIT (AP) — A federal judge has recommended that a former Michigan State football staff member's claims against former Spartans football coach Mark Dantonio, former athletic director Mark Hollis and former school President Lou Anna Simon should be dismissed.
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Twin bill? Doubleheaders may be possibility to make up games
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Germany leads the way on soccer salary cuts as virus hits
DÜSSELDORF, Germany (AP) — European soccer's biggest leagues continue to be suspended and players are coming under pressure to take pay cuts.
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Panthers sign receiver/returner Cooper, safety Burris
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) — The Carolina Panthers signed free agent wide receiver Pharoh Cooper to a one-year contract Friday and safety Juston Burris to a two-year deal.
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Right fit: Tackle Conklin gives Browns stability up front
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Judge recommends dismissing suit against former MSU coach
DETROIT (AP) — A federal judge has recommended that a former Michigan State football staff member's claims against former Spartans football coach Mark Dantonio, former athletic director Mark Hollis and former school President Lou Anna Simon should be dismissed.
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Steelers reach agreements with TE Ebron, OG Wisniewski
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Ben Roethlisberger is getting a little help. The defensive line is getting a little depth.
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Saints, Peat agree on 5-year contract
NEW ORLEANS (AP) — Saints free agent left guard Andrus Peat has agreed to a five-year contract keeping him in New Orleans and virtually ensuring the club's entire 2019 starting offensive line would remain intact for the coming season.
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Sports business staff grapple with coronavirus world
CHICAGO (AP) — The idea came together while Dan Migala was working on proper hand-washing techniques with his 5 1/2-year-old son, William.
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Minor league advocacy group demands $15,000 salaries
A collection of former and current players have formed an advocacy group asking that Major League Baseball roughly double salaries in the minors to $15,000 per season.
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'New football journey': Tom Brady signs with Buccaneers
TAMPA, Fla. (AP) — A new look for the NFL: Tom Brady in Tampa Bay pewter and red rather than Patriots red, white and blue.
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Germany leads the way on soccer salary cuts as virus hits
DÜSSELDORF, Germany (AP) — European soccer's biggest leagues continue to be suspended and players are coming under pressure to take pay cuts.
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AP source: Falcons agree to 1-year deal with Todd Gurley
ATLANTA (AP) — Todd Gurley didn't wait long to find his new NFL home.
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Olympic champions in hard-hit Bergamo surrounded by death
ROME (AP) — Standing together before nearly 100 members of the International Olympic Committee, Sofia Goggia and Michela Moioli felt like they were on top of the world.
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English rugby in turmoil as season canceled below top flight
English rugby was plunged into financial turmoil and uncertainty on Friday after the season was canceled at all levels below the top-flight Premiership because of the coronavirus outbreak.
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Saints coach Payton says he tested positive for coronavirus
NEW ORLEANS (AP) — New Orleans Saints head coach Sean Payton says he has tested positive for the coronavirus, is resting comfortably at home and is making his test result public in hopes he can motivate people to do more to fight the pandemic.
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AP Source: UAB reaches agreement with hoops coach Kennedy
MONTGOMERY, Ala. (AP) — A person familiar with the situation says UAB has agreed in principle with former Mississippi coach Andy Kennedy to become the Blazers basketball coach.
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Red Sox ace Chris Sale to have Tommy John surgery
BOSTON (AP) — Boston Red Sox ace Chris Sale will have Tommy John surgery on his left elbow, an operation that would keep him out the entire 2020 baseball season if and when it resumes after the coronavirus pandemic.
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Mariners latest club to shut down spring training operations
SEATTLE (AP) — The Seattle Mariners have shut down their spring training facility in Arizona because of the virus and told their players to view the coming weeks as though they’re in offseason mode.
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Soccer leagues plan for games they can only hope to play
GENEVA (AP) — Top soccer leagues across Europe are searching for the earliest possible dates to resume games if the coronavirus pandemic allows.
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Hall's Powell has no regrets despite no NCAA Tournament
Preseason All-American Myles Powell has no regrets about returning for his senior season at No. 16 Seton Hall despite the Big East and NCAA tournaments being canceled because of the spread of the new coronavirus.
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Networks adjusting to life without live sporting events
Burke Magnus has always had a challenging job as ESPN’s head of programming, trying to juggle live events among ESPN’s various channels.
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Indians paying minor leaguers stipends, shut spring complex
CLEVELAND (AP) — With no end to the coronavirus shutdown in sight and no certainty about baseball's return this season, the Cleveland Indians will continue to pay minor league players their weekly stipends to help offset any “hardship” during the hiatus.
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Brady deal could make Bucs relevant; ticket demand spikes
TAMPA, Fla. (AP) — The Tampa Bay Buccaneers enter free agency with expectations of signing Tom Brady and bolstering a defense that will be one of the keys to helping the six-time Super Bowl champion quarterback be successful with his new team.
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Los Angeles Rams release running back Todd Gurley
LOS ANGELES (AP) — The Los Angeles Rams have released Todd Gurley, their superstar running back with a massive contract and a troubling injury history.
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Syracuse basketball roster in flux
Syracuse coach Jim Boeheim likely will end up losing four guards from his roster.
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Lions agree to trade CB Darius Slay to Philadelphia
DETROIT (AP) — Darius Slay got what he was waiting for — a trade out of Detroit and a big new contract.
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NFL memes business: In virus age, teams feign deal ignorance
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State athletics body argues it is not subject to Title IX
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Jags bring back Shatley, announce deals with 3 free agents
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. (AP) — The Jacksonville Jaguars are bringing back a key backup on their offensive line.
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Twin bill? Doubleheaders may be possibility to make up games
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England suspends soccer until April 30, will extend season
English soccer authorities reached an unprecedented agreement to extend the season “indefinitely” on Thursday in an effort to complete all competitions disrupted by the virus outbreak that has brought sport almost to a standstill worldwide.
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Browns stay busy, agree to contracts with 3 more free agents
CLEVELAND (AP) — The Browns stayed inside their division — and state borders — to add some defensive line help.
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It's official: Five-time Pro Bowler Campbell to join Ravens
OWINGS MILLS, Md. (AP) — For years, the Baltimore Ravens have been impressed by the play of defensive end Calais Campbell.
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AP Source: UAB reaches agreement with hoops coach Kennedy
MONTGOMERY, Ala. (AP) — A person familiar with the situation says UAB has agreed in principle with former Mississippi coach Andy Kennedy to become the Blazers basketball coach.
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Twin bill? Doubleheaders may be possibility to make up games
Let's play two? Colorado Rockies manager Bud Black would be down for doubleheaders.
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Browns stay busy, agree to contracts with 3 more free agents
CLEVELAND (AP) — The Browns stayed inside their division — and state borders — to add some defensive line help.
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Browns add DT Billings up front, CB Johnson to secondary
CLEVELAND (AP) — The Browns stayed inside their division — and state borders — to add some defensive help.
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Browns find help inside AFC North with Bengals DT Billings
CLEVELAND (AP) — The Browns stayed inside their division — and state borders — to add some defensive help.
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Soccer leagues plan for games they can only hope to play
GENEVA (AP) — Top soccer leagues across Europe are searching for the earliest possible dates to resume games if the coronavirus pandemic allows.
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Saints coach Payton says he tested positive for coronavirus
NEW ORLEANS (AP) — New Orleans Saints head coach Sean Payton says he has tested positive for the coronavirus, is resting comfortably at home and is making his test result public in hopes he can motivate people to do more to fight the pandemic.
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Jags bring back Shatley, announce deals with 3 free agents
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. (AP) — The Jacksonville Jaguars are bringing back a key backup on their offensive line.
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Indians paying minor leaguers stipends, shut spring complex
CLEVELAND (AP) — With no end to the coronavirus shutdown in sight and no certainty about baseball's return this season, the Cleveland Indians will continue to pay minor league players their weekly stipends to help offset any “hardship” during the hiatus.
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Red Sox ace Chris Sale to have Tommy John surgery
BOSTON (AP) — Boston Red Sox ace Chris Sale will have Tommy John surgery on his left elbow, an operation that would keep him out the entire 2020 baseball season if and when it resumes after the coronavirus pandemic.
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Lions agree to trade CB Darius Slay to Philadelphia
DETROIT (AP) — Darius Slay got what he was waiting for — a trade out of Detroit and a big new contract.
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Indiana's new AD takes on dream job during trying times
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NFL memes business: In virus age, teams feign deal ignorance
A sense of humor and a dash of creativity, along with memes from
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Los Angeles Rams release running back Todd Gurley
LOS ANGELES (AP) — The Los Angeles Rams have released Todd Gurley, their superstar running back with a massive contract and a troubling injury history.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
State athletics body argues it is not subject to Title IX
The organization that oversees high school sports in Connecticut is arguing in a court filing that it is not subject to the federal law that guarantees equal access to women and girls in education, including athletics.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
It's official: Five-time Pro Bowler Campbell to join Ravens
OWINGS MILLS, Md. (AP) — For years, the Baltimore Ravens have been impressed by the play of defensive end Calais Campbell.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Mariners latest club to shut down spring training operations
SEATTLE (AP) — The Seattle Mariners have shut down their spring training facility in Arizona because of the virus and told their players to view the coming weeks as though they’re in offseason mode.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Indians pay minor leaguers during hiatus, closing complex
CLEVELAND (AP) — With no end to the coronavirus shutdown in sight and no certainty about baseball's return this season, the Cleveland Indians will continue to pay minor league players their weekly stipends to help offset any “hardship” during the hiatus.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
England suspends soccer until April 30, will extend season
English soccer authorities reached an unprecedented agreement to extend the season “indefinitely” on Thursday in an effort to complete all competitions disrupted by the virus outbreak that has brought sport almost to a standstill worldwide.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Flame arrival faces calls for Tokyo Olympics be delayed
TOKYO (AP) — The Olympic flame is set to arrive in Japan from Greece even as the opening of the Tokyo Games in four months is in doubt with more voices calling for the event to be postponed or canceled because of the coronavirus pandemic.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Saints bring back safety Jenkins as free agency opens
NEW ORLEANS (AP) — The New Orleans Saints opened free agency by bringing back a former defensive leader that they've long regretted letting go.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Reds' employee in Arizona tests positive for coronavirus
CINCINNATI (AP) — An employee who works year-round at the Reds spring training complex in Goodyear, Arizona, has tested positive for the new coronavirus, but no Cincinnati players have been diagnosed with the illness.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Hall's Powell has no regrets despite no NCAA Tournament
Preseason All-American Myles Powell has no regrets about returning for his senior season at No. 16 Seton Hall despite the Big East and NCAA tournaments being canceled because of the spread of the new coronavirus.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Post-Brady Patriots cut costs as free agents depart
A day after Tom Brady
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Bears give Trubisky competition after disappointing season
LAKE FOREST, Ill. (AP) — The Chicago Bears added competition for quarterback Mitchell Trubisky by trading for 2018 Super Bowl MVP Nick Foles.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Panthers release Eric Reid 1 year after contract extension
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) — The Carolina Panthers released Eric Reid just 13 months after giving the veteran safety a three-year, $22 million contract extension.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Cash-strapped Chiefs fairly quiet as free agency begins
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — The cash-strapped Kansas City Chiefs were quiet on the first day of NFL free agency with their biggest move Wednesday a restructuring of defensive end Frank Clark's contract in an effort to alleviate some of their financial misery.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Rams add LB Leonard Floyd, keep Whitworth, Blythe on O-line
LOS ANGELES (AP) — The Los Angeles Rams are keeping their offensive line intact while their entire defense undergoes major changes.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Family ties: FB Derek Watt joins brother TJ with Steelers
PITTSBURGH (AP) — The Pittsburgh Steelers turned the opening day of free agency into a family reunion for the Watt family.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Networks adjusting to life without live sporting events
Burke Magnus has always had a challenging job as ESPN’s head of programming, trying to juggle live events among ESPN’s various channels.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Lions agree to deal with Shelton, Slay tweets hope for trade
DETROIT (AP) — Add a couple more names to the parade of ex-Patriots joining the Detroit Lions.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Giants decline option on S Bethea, look to OT in draft
After addressing most of their needs on defense in free agency, the New York Giants are likely going to use the NFL draft to fill holes on offense.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Browns get defensive, agree to terms with linebacker, safety
After adding some key offensive pieces when NFL free agency opened, new Browns general manager Andrew Berry got defensive on Wednesday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Flame arrival faces rising tension Tokyo Olympics be delayed
TOKYO (AP) — The Olympic flame from Greece is set to arrive in Japan even as the opening of the Tokyo Games in four months is in doubt with more voices suggesting the event should be postponed or canceled because of the coronavirus pandemic.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Brady deal could make Bucs relevant; ticket demand spikes
TAMPA, Fla. (AP) — The Tampa Bay Buccaneers enter free agency with expectations of signing Tom Brady and bolstering a defense that will be one of the keys to helping the six-time Super Bowl champion quarterback be successful with his new team.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Cardinals help defense, but big buzz surrounds WR Hopkins
The Cardinals came into the offseason needing to give a boost to their struggling defense and it appears they've done that after agreeing to three-year contracts with defensive lineman Jordan Phillips and linebacker Devon Kennard.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Syracuse basketball roster in flux
Syracuse coach Jim Boeheim likely will end up losing four guards from his roster.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Chargers make upgrades on both lines and secondary
COSTA MESA, Calif. (AP) — The Los Angeles Chargers had an active start on the first day of the new league year despite missing out on Tom Brady.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Ravens GM DeCosta bolsters defense, enhances draft
OWINGS MILLS, Md. (AP) — The Baltimore Ravens bolstered their defense and improved their draft position at the outset of free agency.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Buckner's belated birthday celebration begins with Colts
INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — DeForest Buckner found out the day before his 26th birthday he was being traded to Indianapolis.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Bengals release guard John Miller as line shuffle continues
CINCINNATI (AP) — The Bengals released right guard John Miller on Wednesday, their latest move to overhaul an offensive line that's been a critical weakness the past two years.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Seahawks have traditional slow start to NFL free agency
RENTON, Wash. (AP) — It shouldn’t be a surprise at this point to see the Seattle Seahawks having a pedestrian start to the beginning of NFL free agency. With John Schneider and Pete Carroll at the helm, they’ve never been ones to aggressively charge into the start of free agency.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
AP source: Falcons agree to deal with OLB Dante Fowler
ATLANTA (AP) — The Atlanta Falcons and Dante Fowler have agreed to a $48 million, three-year contract, reuniting the outside linebacker with one of his coaches in college.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Dolphins add up to 7 starters with free agent spending spree
MIAMI (AP) — There won’t be any accusations of tanking this year by the Miami Dolphins, who added up to seven starters with a spending spree at the start of free agency.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Atlanta United star Josef Martinez undergoes knee surgery
ATLANTA (AP) — Atlanta United star Josef Martinez underwent surgery on his right knee Wednesday, more than two weeks after he tore the ACL during the league-opening match at Nashville.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Redskins signing Davis as part of Rivera's roster makeover
WASHINGTON (AP) — The Redskins are beginning to revamp their roster in free agency under new coach Ron Rivera.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Stefon Diggs' addition highlights Bills large offseason haul
BUFFALO, N.Y. (AP) — Frustrated by the Bills collapse in an AFC wild-card playoff loss at Houston, general manager Brandon Beane opened the offseason suggesting Buffalo wasn’t one player away from being a better team.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Texans fill running back hole with shocking trade of Hopkins
HOUSTON (AP) — The trade of DeAndre Hopkins leaves a huge hole in the Texans' offense.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Cornerback A.J. Bouye takes place of his mentor in Denver
DENVER (AP) — A.J. Bouye credits his mentor for helping improve his footwork.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Flame arrival faces rising tension Tokyo Olympics be delayed
TOKYO (AP) — The Olympic flame from Greece is set to arrive in Japan even as the opening of the the Tokyo Games in four months is in doubt with more voices suggesting the event should to be postponed or canceled because of the coronavirus pandemic.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Browns get defensive, agree to terms with linebacker, safety
After adding some key offensive pieces when NFL free agency opened, new Browns general manager Andrew Berry got defensive on Wednesday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Lions agree to deal with Shelton, Slay tweets hope for trade
DETROIT (AP) — Add a couple more names to the parade of ex-Patriots joining the Detroit Lions.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Olympic leaders back IOC's Tokyo stance after rare criticism
GENEVA (AP) — Regional Olympic officials are rallying around the IOC and have backed its stance on opening the Tokyo Games as scheduled, as direct criticism from gold medalist athletes built amid the coronavirus outbreak.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Saints bring back safety Jenkins as free agency opens
NEW ORLEANS (AP) — The New Orleans Saints opened free agency by bringing back a former defensive leader that they've long regretted letting go.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Chargers make upgrades on both lines and secondary
COSTA MESA, Calif. (AP) — The Los Angeles Chargers had an active start on the first day of the new league year despite missing out on Tom Brady.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Cash-strapped Chiefs fairly quiet as free agency begins
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — The cash-strapped Kansas City Chiefs were quiet on the first day of NFL free agency with their biggest move Wednesday a restructuring of defensive end Frank Clark's contract in an effort to alleviate some of their financial misery.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Browns turn to defense after flying start in NFL free agency
After blasting out of the gate in NFL free agency, the Browns have been relatively quiet the past two days.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Buckner's belated birthday celebration begins with Colts
INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — DeForest Buckner found out the day before his 26th birthday he was being traded to Indianapolis.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Cornerback A.J. Bouye takes place of his mentor in Denver
DENVER (AP) — A.J. Bouye credits his mentor for helping improve his footwork.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Giants decline option on S Bethea, look to OT in draft
After addressing most of their needs on defense in free agency, the New York Giants are likely going to use the NFL draft to fill holes on offense.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Bears give Trubisky competition after disappointing season
LAKE FOREST, Ill. (AP) — The Chicago Bears added competition for quarterback Mitchell Trubisky by trading for 2018 Super Bowl MVP Nick Foles.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Browns may turn to defense after flying start in free agency
After blasting out of the gate in NFL free agency, the Browns have been relatively quiet the past two days.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Texans fill running back hole with shocking trade of Hopkins
HOUSTON (AP) — The trade of DeAndre Hopkins leaves a huge hole in the Texans' offense.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Networks adjusting to life without live sporting events
Burke Magnus has always had a challenging job as ESPN’s head of programming, trying to juggle live events among ESPN’s various channels.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Seahawks have traditional slow start to NFL free agency
RENTON, Wash. (AP) — It shouldn’t be a surprise at this point to see the Seattle Seahawks having a pedestrian start to the beginning of NFL free agency. With John Schneider and Pete Carroll at the helm, they’ve never been ones to aggressively charge into the start of free agency.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Stefon Diggs' addition highlights Bills large offseason haul
BUFFALO, N.Y. (AP) — Frustrated by the Bills collapse in an AFC wild-card playoff loss at Houston, general manager Brandon Beane opened the offseason suggesting Buffalo wasn’t one player away from being a better team.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Post-Brady Patriots cut costs as free agents depart
A day after Tom Brady
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Rams add LB Leonard Floyd, keep Whitworth, Blythe on O-line
LOS ANGELES (AP) — The Los Angeles Rams are keeping their offensive line intact while their entire defense undergoes major changes.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Cardinals help defense, but big buzz surrounds WR Hopkins
The Cardinals came into the offseason needing to give a boost to their struggling defense and it appears they've done that after agreeing to three-year contracts with defensive lineman Jordan Phillips and linebacker Devon Kennard.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Lions agree to 2-year deal with DT Danny Shelton
DETROIT (AP) — Add a couple more names to the parade of ex-Patriots joining the Detroit Lions.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Family ties: FB Derek Watt joins brother TJ with Steelers
PITTSBURGH (AP) — The Pittsburgh Steelers turned the opening day of free agency into a family reunion for the Watt family.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Ravens GM DeCosta bolsters defense, enhances draft
OWINGS MILLS, Md. (AP) — The Baltimore Ravens bolstered their defense and improved their draft position at the outset of free agency.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Bengals release guard John Miller as line shuffle continues
CINCINNATI (AP) — The Bengals released right guard John Miller on Wednesday, their latest move to overhaul an offensive line that's been a critical weakness the past two years.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Dolphins add up to 7 starters with free agent spending spree
MIAMI (AP) — There won’t be any accusations of tanking this year by the Miami Dolphins, who added up to seven starters with a spending spree at the start of free agency.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Redskins signing Davis as part of Rivera's roster makeover
WASHINGTON (AP) — The Redskins are beginning to revamp their roster in free agency under new coach Ron Rivera.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
AP source: Falcons agree to deal with OLB Dante Fowler
ATLANTA (AP) — The Atlanta Falcons and Dante Fowler have agreed to a $48 million, three-year contract, reuniting the outside linebacker with one of his coaches in college.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Hall's Powell has no regrets despite no NCAA Tournament
Preseason All-American Myles Powell has no regrets about returning for his senior season at No. 16 Seton Hall despite the Big East and NCAA tournaments being canceled because of the spread of the new coronavirus.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
AP Source: Panthers replacing Newton with Bridgewater at QB
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) — The Panthers have found a replacement for Cam Newton — and it didn't take long.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Panthers release Eric Reid 1 year after contract extension
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) — The Carolina Panthers released Eric Reid just 13 months after giving the veteran safety a three-year, $22 million contract extension.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Reds' employee in Arizona tests positive for coronavirus
CINCINNATI (AP) — An employee who works year-round at the Reds spring training complex in Goodyear, Arizona, has tested positive for the new coronavirus, but no Cincinnati players have been diagnosed with the illness.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Syracuse basketball roster in flux
Syracuse coach Jim Boeheim likely will end up losing four guards from his roster.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Networks get through first weekend with taped programming
Scott Van Pelt was supposed to be breaking down the NCAA Tournament bracket on a busy Sunday night on ESPN's “SportsCenter.”
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Brady deal could make Bucs relevant; ticket demand spikes
TAMPA, Fla. (AP) — The Tampa Bay Buccaneers enter free agency with expectations of signing Tom Brady and bolstering a defense that will be one of the keys to helping the six-time Super Bowl champion quarterback be successful with his new team.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Brady leaving Patriots, says 'football journey' is elsewhere
For two decades, Tom Brady was the face of the Patriots, and even of the NFL. When he turns 43 in August, his home address no longer will be in New England.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Atlanta United star Josef Martinez undergoes knee surgery
ATLANTA (AP) — Atlanta United star Josef Martinez underwent surgery on his right knee Wednesday, more than two weeks after he tore the ACL during the league-opening match at Nashville.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Brady the latest star to leave his longtime home
Tom Brady’s
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
New normal: MLB adjusts to coronavirus uncertainty
PHOENIX (AP) — Major league teams adjusted to their strange new normal, with more players returning to their hometowns as they realized baseball won't be played for months.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Brady deal could make Bucs relevant; ticket demand spikes
TAMPA, Fla. (AP) — The Tampa Bay Buccaneers enter free agency with expectations of signing Tom Brady and bolstering a defense that will be one of the keys to helping the six-time Super Bowl champion quarterback be successful with his new team.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Atlanta United star Josef Martinez undergoes knee surgery
ATLANTA (AP) — Atlanta United star Josef Martinez underwent surgery on his right knee Wednesday, more than two weeks after he tore the ACL during the league-opening match at Nashville.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Panthers release Eric Reid 1 year after contract extension
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) — The Panthers have released Eric Reid just 13 months after giving the veteran safety a three-year, $22 million contract extension.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Bucs fans, expecting Brady deal, queue up for tickets
TAMPA, Fla. (AP) — The Tampa Bay Buccaneers enter free agency with expectations of signing Tom Brady and bolstering a defense that will be one of the keys to helping the six-time Super Bowl champion quarterback be successful with his new team.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Reds' employee in Arizona tests positive for coronavirus
CINCINNATI (AP) — An employee who worked at the Cincinnati Reds spring training complex in Goodyear, Arizona has tested positive for the new coronavirus, the ballclub announced Wednesday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Olympic leaders back IOC's Tokyo stance after rare criticism
GENEVA (AP) — Regional Olympic officials on Wednesday rallied around the IOC and backed its stance on opening the Tokyo Games as scheduled, as direct criticism from gold medalist athletes built amid the coronavirus outbreak.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Brady the latest star to leave his longtime home
Tom Brady’s
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Olympic torch relay began in 1936 at Hitler's Berlin Games
TOKYO (AP) — The torch relay was not always a fixture of the modern Olympics, which began in 1896.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Hall's Powell has no regrets despite no NCAA Tournament
Preseason All-American Myles Powell has no regrets about returning for his senior season at No. 16 Seton Hall despite the Big East and NCAA tournaments being canceled because of the spread of the new coronavirus.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
AP Source: Panthers replacing Newton with Bridgewater at QB
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) — The Panthers have found a replacement for Cam Newton — and it didn't take long.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Syracuse basketball roster in flux
Syracuse coach Jim Boeheim likely will end up losing four guards from his roster.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Networks get through first weekend with taped programming
Scott Van Pelt was supposed to be breaking down the NCAA Tournament bracket on a busy Sunday night on ESPN's “SportsCenter.”
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
AP source: Jaguars revamp D with LB Schobert, CB Dennard
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. (AP) — The Jacksonville Jaguars opened free agency Tuesday by addressing two huge needs on defense. They agreed to terms with linebacker Joe Schobert and cornerback Darqueze Dennard, giving the unit a proven starter and another potential one.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Brady leaving Patriots, says 'football journey' is elsewhere
For two decades, Tom Brady was the face of the Patriots, and even of the NFL. When he turns 43 in August, his home address no longer will be in New England.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
New normal: MLB adjusts to coronavirus uncertainty
PHOENIX (AP) — Major league teams adjusted to their strange new normal, with more players returning to their hometowns as they realized baseball won't be played for months.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
AP Source: Panthers replacing Newton with Bridgewater at QB
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) — The Panthers have found a replacement for Cam Newton — and it didn't take long.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
New normal: MLB adjusts to coronavirus uncertainty
PHOENIX (AP) — Major league teams adjusted to their strange new normal, with more players returning to their hometowns as they realized baseball won't be played for months.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
AP source: Jaguars revamp D with LB Schobert, CB Dennard
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. (AP) — The Jacksonville Jaguars opened free agency Tuesday by addressing two huge needs on defense. They agreed to terms with linebacker Joe Schobert and cornerback Darqueze Dennard, giving the unit a proven starter and another potential one.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Brady's exit leaves Patriots to swim in crowded QB market
BOSTON (AP) — Over the past two decades, Tom Brady and Bill Belichick built the most successful player-coach partnership in NFL history, establishing the core of the Patriots’ championship culture.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Syracuse basketball roster in flux
Syracuse coach Jim Boeheim likely will end up losing four guards from his roster.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Brady the latest star to leave his longtime home
Tom Brady’s
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
AP source: Colts agree to 1-year deal with QB Philip Rivers
INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — Philip Rivers spent more than a decade picking apart the Indianapolis Colts and irritating their fans.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Panthers moving on from Cam Newton, looking for replacement
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) — The Panthers are parting ways with Cam Newton and quickly working to find his replacement.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
AP source: Jaguars to sign LB Schobert to $53.75M contract
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. (AP) — The Jacksonville Jaguars have agreed to terms with free agent linebacker Joe Schobert, filling one of the team's biggest needs.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Astros ace Justin Verlander has surgery on groin
HOUSTON (AP) — Houston Astros ace Justin Verlander had surgery on his right groin Tuesday and is expected to be out about six weeks.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Steelers place LB Shazier on reserve/retired list
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Ryan Shazier's NFL career is over. For now at least.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Some soccer teams and players use time off to heal injuries
MADRID (AP) — It wasn’t long ago that José Mourinho was lamenting Tottenham’s struggles that he blamed on injuries, adding he couldn’t put a team together anymore.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
UEFA postpones Euro 2020 by 1 year because of pandemic
GENEVA (AP) — Taking a tough decision that became more inevitable by the day, the governing body of European soccer postponed its marquee championship for one year on Tuesday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Panthers: Newton can seek trade; QB says didn't request it
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) — The Panthers are parting ways with Cam Newton.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
AP source: Saints, Brees agree on 2-year, $50 million deal
NEW ORLEANS (AP) — The Saints and record-setting quarterback Drew Brees have agreed on a two-year, $50 million contract, a person familiar with the situation said.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
UEFA postpones Euro 2020 by 1 year
GENEVA (AP) — This year's European Championship was postponed for one year on Tuesday because of the coronavirus outbreak.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Copa America postponed to 2021 because of coronavirus
SAO PAULO (AP) — The Copa America was postponed until 2021 on Tuesday because of the coronavirus outbreak.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Brady leaving Patriots, says 'football journey' is elsewhere
For two decades, Tom Brady was the face of the Patriots, and even of the NFL. When he turns 43 in August, his home address no longer will be in New England.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Some teams and players may benefit from coronavirus outbreak
MADRID (AP) — It wasn’t long ago that José Mourinho was lamenting Tottenham’s struggles that he blamed on injuries, adding he couldn’t put a team together anymore.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Dolphins sign 4 likely starters, including CB Byron Jones
MIAMI (AP) — After months of hoarding resources for rebuilding, the Miami Dolphins finally started spending Monday when they sealed deals with four likely starters in the early hours of free agent negotiations.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Falcons cut veterans Freeman, Trufant to clear cap space
ATLANTA (AP) — The Atlanta Falcons will dramatically boost their financial flexibility by releasing two former Pro Bowl players, running back Devonta Freeman and cornerback Desmond Trufant, plus two more veterans.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Germany warns soccer clubs at risk of collapse
DÜSSELDORF, Germany (AP) — German soccer is eyeing empty stadiums and a postponed European Championship to save clubs from financial collapse.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Bengals use franchise tag on A.J. Green over his objection
CINCINNATI (AP) — The Bengals used their franchise tag on A.J. Green on Monday, giving them time to try to work out a long-term deal with the seven-time Pro Bowler who is one of the most accomplished receivers in franchise history and would be a vital asset for breaking in …
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
AP source: Bills to land WR Diggs in trade with Vikings
BUFFALO, N.Y. (AP) — Stefon Diggs is headed to the Buffalo Bills in a splashy trade intended to boost quarterback Josh Allen's development.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Hall's Powell has no regrets despite no NCAA Tournament
Preseason All-American Myles Powell has no regrets about returning for his senior season at No. 16 Seton Hall despite the Big East and NCAA tournaments being canceled because of the spread of the new coronavirus.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Buccaneers place franchise tag on NFL sack leader Barrett
TAMPA, Fla. (AP) — The Tampa Bay Buccaneers have placed the franchise tag on NFL sack leader Shaquil Barrett, a move that also could mean Jameis Winston’s time as the team’s starting quarterback is coming to an end.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Networks get through first weekend with taped programming
Scott Van Pelt was supposed to be breaking down the NCAA Tournament bracket on a busy Sunday night on ESPN's “SportsCenter.”
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
New York Giants franchise defensive lineman Leonard Williams
EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. (AP) — The New York Giants have placed a nonexclusive franchise tag on defensive tackle Leonard Williams.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Athletes try to stay fit amid coronavirus outbreak
MADRID (AP) — Standing in his living room with family photos in the background, the fitness trainer for Spanish soccer club Leganés started the day's online session.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Offensive: Browns strike free agent deals to address needs
CLEVELAND (AP) — The Browns were a major disappointment last season. They're determined not to be one again.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Chiefs give Pro Bowl DT Chris Jones franchise tag
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — The Kansas City Chiefs are bringing back some major pieces from their Super Bowl championship team.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
AP source: Cards get WR Hopkins from Texans for RB Johnson
The Arizona Cardinals have added one of the NFL's top receivers to join an intriguing young team aiming to make a big move in the NFC West.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Sports in Britain grind to a halt amid virus outbreak
Sports in Britain virtually ground to a halt on Monday as the government ramped up its efforts to tackle the coronavirus by advising against mass gatherings in the country.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Coronavirus can't keep fans from going to Nebraska racetrack
GRAND ISLAND, Neb. (AP) — Jerry Moritz has been attending horse races at Fonner Park regularly since 1970 and almost every day in recent years.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
For these athletes, this is a spring break they don't want
OMAHA, Neb. (AP) — Creighton right-hander Ben Dotzler was supposed to be in the bullpen at TD Ameritrade Park this weekend, readying himself to pitch against Northern Colorado.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
AP source: Bills to land WR Diggs in trade with Vikings
BUFFALO, N.Y. (AP) — Stefon Diggs is headed to the Buffalo Bills in a splashy trade intended to boost quarterback Josh Allen's development.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Dolphins sign 4 likely starters, including CB Byron Jones
MIAMI (AP) — After months of hoarding resources for rebuilding, the Miami Dolphins finally started spending Monday when they sealed deals with four likely starters in the early hours of free agent negotiations.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Offensive: Browns strike free agent deals to address needs
CLEVELAND (AP) — The Browns were a major disappointment last season. They're determined not to be one again.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Hall's Powell has no regrets despite no NCAA Tournament
Preseason All-American Myles Powell has no regrets about returning for his senior season at No. 16 Seton Hall despite the Big East and NCAA tournaments being canceled because of the spread of the new coronavirus.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Browns make big splash, agree with Conklin, Hooper on deals
CLEVELAND (AP) — Free agent right tackle Jack Conklin has agreed to a three-year, $42 million contract with the Cleveland Browns, his agent Drew Rosenhaus told The Associated Press on Monday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Sports in Britain grind to a halt amid virus outbreak
Sports in Britain virtually ground to a halt on Monday as the government ramped up its efforts to tackle the coronavirus by advising against mass gatherings in the country.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Buccaneers place franchise tag on NFL sack leader Barrett
TAMPA, Fla. (AP) — The Tampa Bay Buccaneers have placed the franchise tag on NFL sack leader Shaquil Barrett, a move that also could mean Jameis Winston’s time as the team’s starting quarterback is coming to an end.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Chiefs give Pro Bowl DT Chris Jones franchise tag
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — The Kansas City Chiefs are bringing back some major pieces from their Super Bowl championship team.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Bengals use franchise tag on A.J. Green over his objection
CINCINNATI (AP) — The Bengals used their franchise tag on A.J. Green on Monday, giving them time to try to work out a long-term deal with the seven-time Pro Bowler who is one of the most accomplished receivers in franchise history and would be a vital asset for breaking in …
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Falcons cut veterans Freeman, Trufant to clear cap space
ATLANTA (AP) — The Atlanta Falcons will dramatically boost their financial flexibility by releasing two former Pro Bowl players, running back Devonta Freeman and cornerback Desmond Trufant, plus two more veterans.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
AP source: Cards get WR Hopkins from Texans for RB Johnson
The Arizona Cardinals have added one of the NFL's top receivers to join an intriguing young team aiming to make a big move in the NFC West.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Browns place tender on Kareem Hunt, near deal with TE Hooper
CLEVELAND (AP) — The Browns gave Kareem Hunt a second chance, and now they're willing to dangle him.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
New York Giants franchise defensive lineman Leonard Williams
EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. (AP) — The New York Giants have placed a nonexclusive franchise tag on defensive tackle Leonard Williams.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Germany warns soccer clubs at risk of collapse
DÜSSELDORF, Germany (AP) — German soccer is eyeing empty stadiums and a postponed European Championship to save clubs from financial collapse.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Athletes try to stay fit amid coronavirus outbreak
MADRID (AP) — Standing in his living room with family photos in the background, the fitness trainer for Spanish soccer club Leganés started the day's online session.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Minor league players sent scrambling by closed spring camps
PHOENIX (AP) — For most, the news was delivered via text message or email.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Rutgers crushed: 1st NCAA spot in 29 years was but days away
NEWARK, N.J. (AP) — Rutgers seemed to be a only couple of days away from ending a nearly three-decade absence from the NCAA Tournament.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Staunch soccer fan shows up for game nixed by coronavirus
BERLIN (AP) — Gates closed, turnstiles locked, an empty ground and stillness all around. It wasn’t supposed to be like this.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
AP Source: Jags trading Campbell to Ravens for 5th-rounder
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. (AP) — The "Mayor of Sacksonville" is on the move. And the Baltimore Ravens made quite the deal to land veteran Calais Campbell, essentially giving up a backup kicker who spent time on five NFL rosters over the last eight months for a five-time Pro Bowl defensive lineman …
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
AP Source: Pitino will return for 8th season with Minnesota
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — Minnesota coach Richard Pitino will return for his eighth season with the program, a person with knowledge of the situation confirmed on Friday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Networks get through first weekend with taped programming
Scott Van Pelt was supposed to be breaking down the NCAA Tournament bracket on a busy Sunday night on ESPN's “SportsCenter.”
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Wuhan soccer team leaving Spain to escape virus
MADRID (AP) — The Chinese soccer team that was originally stuck in Spain because of the coronavirus outbreak is going back home to try to avoid its rapid spread in Europe.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Brazil slow to act in sport on coronavirus
SAO PAULO (AP) — The biggest country in South America has also been slowest in the region to impose restrictions on large gatherings at sporting events as the coronavirus continues to spread.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Masters, Boston Marathon postponed due to coronavirus
The shock waves from the coronavirus outbreak rattled sports for another day as two rites of spring, the Masters and Boston Marathon, were postponed.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
MLB allows players to leave after canceling spring training
MESA, Ariz. (AP) — Major League Baseball is allowing players to go home, making the decision a day after canceling the rest of the spring training schedule and postponing opening day by at least two weeks amid the novel coronavirus outbreak.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Reds' Trevor Bauer organizing 'sandlot' game in Arizona
PHOENIX (AP) — Cincinnati Reds pitcher Trevor Bauer says he is organizing a “sandlot” baseball game.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
NCAA plans to extend eligibility of spring sports athletes
NEW YORK (AP) — The NCAA is planning to extend the eligibility of athletes on spring sports teams by one year to make up for the season lost to the new coronavirus.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Coronavirus can't keep fans from going to Nebraska racetrack
GRAND ISLAND, Neb. (AP) — Jerry Moritz has been attending horse races at Fonner Park regularly since 1970 and almost every day in recent years.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
For these athletes, this is a spring break they don't want
OMAHA, Neb. (AP) — Creighton right-hander Ben Dotzler was supposed to be in the bullpen at TD Ameritrade Park this weekend, readying himself to pitch against Northern Colorado.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Networks get through first weekend with taped programming
Scott Van Pelt was supposed to be breaking down the NCAA Tournament bracket on a busy Sunday night on ESPN's “SportsCenter.”
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Minor league players sent scrambling by closed spring camps
PHOENIX (AP) — For most, the news was delivered via text message or email.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
AP Source: Jags trading Campbell to Ravens for 5th-rounder
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. (AP) — The "Mayor of Sacksonville" is on the move. And the Baltimore Ravens made quite the deal to land veteran Calais Campbell, essentially giving up a backup kicker who spent time on five NFL rosters over the last eight months for a five-time Pro Bowl defensive lineman …
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Rutgers crushed: 1st NCAA spot in 29 years was but days away
NEWARK, N.J. (AP) — Rutgers seemed to be a only couple of days away from ending a nearly three-decade absence from the NCAA Tournament.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Virus outbreak tests limits of soccer's World Cup schedule
GENEVA (AP) — The congested soccer calendar is being pushed beyond its limits by a global pandemic ahead of the 2022 World Cup.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Staunch soccer fan shows up for game nixed by coronavirus
BERLIN (AP) — Gates closed, turnstiles locked, an empty ground and stillness all around. It wasn’t supposed to be like this.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Bengals release tackle Cordy Glenn after troubled season
CINCINATI (AP) — The Bengals released Cordy Glenn on Friday, severing ties with the left tackle who missed most of last season because of concussion and suspension.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
AP Source: Pitino will return for 8th season with Minnesota
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — Minnesota coach Richard Pitino will return for his eighth season with the program, a person with knowledge of the situation confirmed on Friday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Wuhan soccer team leaving Spain to escape virus
MADRID (AP) — The Chinese soccer team that was originally stuck in Spain because of the coronavirus outbreak is going back home to try to avoid its rapid spread in Europe.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Brazil slow to act in sport on coronavirus
SAO PAULO (AP) — The biggest country in South America has also been slowest in the region to impose restrictions on large gatherings at sporting events as the coronavirus continues to spread.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Masters, Boston Marathon postponed due to coronavirus
The shock waves from the coronavirus outbreak rattled sports for another day as two rites of spring, the Masters and Boston Marathon, were postponed.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
MLB allows players to leave after canceling spring training
MESA, Ariz. (AP) — Major League Baseball is allowing players to go home, making the decision a day after canceling the rest of the spring training schedule and postponing opening day by at least two weeks amid the novel coronavirus outbreak.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Reds' Trevor Bauer organizing 'sandlot' game in Arizona
PHOENIX (AP) — Cincinnati Reds pitcher Trevor Bauer says he is organizing a “sandlot” baseball game.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Jaguars place franchise tag on disgruntled defender Ngakoue
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. (AP) — The Jacksonville Jaguars placed the franchise tag on disgruntled defensive end Yannick Ngakoue on Friday, a move that guarantees him more than $19 million next season.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Ex-track athletes detail alleged sex abuse by college coach
ANN ARBOR, Mich. (AP) — Former Olympic high jumper Erin Aldrich claims one of her track coaches, John Rembao, began grooming her for a sexually abusive relationship when she was 16 before physically taking advantage of her two years later.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
College World Series among spring events axed by virus
OMAHA, Neb. (AP) — The cancellation of the NCAA basketball tournaments shook the nation Thursday, but more than two dozen other men's and women's championships won't be contested this winter and spring, either — and that doesn't include all the sports in Divisions II and III.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
NCAA plans to extend eligibility of spring sports athletes
NEW YORK (AP) — The NCAA is planning to extend the eligibility of athletes on spring sports teams by one year to make up for the season lost to the new coronavirus.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Coronavirus can't keep fans from going to Nebraska racetrack
GRAND ISLAND, Neb. (AP) — Jerry Moritz has been attending horse races at Fonner Park regularly since 1970 and almost every day in recent years.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Chargers place franchise tag on Henry; release Davis, Mebane
COSTA MESA, Calif. (AP) — The Los Angeles Chargers have taken another step toward solidifying their offense by placing the franchise tag on one of their top playmakers.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
For these athletes, this is a spring break they don't want
OMAHA, Neb. (AP) — Creighton right-hander Ben Dotzler was supposed to be in the bullpen at TD Ameritrade Park this weekend, readying himself to pitch against Northern Colorado.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Australian sports begin feeling effects of the coronavirus
BRISBANE, Australia (AP) — Australian sports fans didn't really need a reminder about the coronavirus, but they got one anyway Friday when a number of major events Down Under were affected by concerns over the pandemic. And more are likely to follow.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Staunch soccer fan shows up for game nixed by coronavirus
BERLIN (AP) — Gates closed, turnstiles locked, an empty ground and stillness all around. It wasn’t supposed to be like this.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Reds' Trevor Bauer organizing 'sandlot' game in Arizona
PHOENIX (AP) — Cincinnati Reds pitcher Trevor Bauer says he is organizing a “sandlot” baseball game.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Coronavirus can't keep fans from going to Nebraska racetrack
GRAND ISLAND, Neb. (AP) — Jerry Moritz has been attending horse races at Fonner Park regularly since 1970 and almost every day in recent years.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Wuhan soccer team leaving Spain to escape virus
MADRID (AP) — The Chinese soccer team that was originally stuck in Spain because of the coronavirus outbreak is going back home to try to avoid its rapid spread in Europe.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
For these athletes, this is a spring break they don't want
OMAHA, Neb. (AP) — Creighton right-hander Ben Dotzler was supposed to be in the bullpen at TD Ameritrade Park this weekend, readying himself to pitch against Northern Colorado.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Clemson's Simmons shows off for NFL personnel at pro day
CLEMSON, S.C. (AP) — As Clemson's pro day unfolded, NFL head coaches like the Pittsburgh Steelers' Mike Tomlin and the Detroit Lions' Matt Patricia chatted with Clemson's Dabo Swinney.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Premier League, Champions League call off matches
DÜSSELDORF, Germany (AP) — The Premier League and the Champions League were both suspended Friday as the chaos stemming from the coronavirus outbreak continues to impact soccer.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Bizarre Big East: 1 half of hoops, then tournament canceled
NEW YORK (AP) — Jett Canfield was having the game of his life.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Rutgers crushed: 1st NCAA spot in 29 years was but days away
NEWARK, N.J. (AP) — Rutgers seemed to be a only couple of days away from ending a nearly three-decade absence from the NCAA Tournament.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Ohio players get in one last run after MAC tourney canceled
CLEVELAND (AP) — After getting up some pregame shots, Ohio's players excitedly huddled at mid-court just like they have all season.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Virus outbreak tests limits of soccer's World Cup schedule
GENEVA (AP) — The congested soccer calendar is being pushed beyond its limits by a global pandemic ahead of the 2022 World Cup.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Bengals release tackle Cordy Glenn after troubled season
CINCINATI (AP) — The Bengals released Cordy Glenn on Friday, severing ties with the left tackle who missed most of last season because of concussion and suspension.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
AP Source: Pitino will return for 8th season with Minnesota
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — Minnesota coach Richard Pitino will return for his eighth season with the program, a person with knowledge of the situation confirmed on Friday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Brazil slow to act in sport on coronavirus
SAO PAULO (AP) — The biggest country in South America has also been slowest in the region to impose restrictions on large gatherings at sporting events as the coronavirus continues to spread.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Masters, Boston Marathon postponed due to coronavirus
The shock waves from the coronavirus outbreak rattled sports for another day as two rites of spring, the Masters and Boston Marathon, were postponed.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
MLB allows players to leave after canceling spring training
MESA, Ariz. (AP) — Major League Baseball is allowing players to go home, making the decision a day after canceling the rest of the spring training schedule and postponing opening day by at least two weeks amid the novel coronavirus outbreak.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Jaguars place franchise tag on disgruntled defender Ngakoue
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. (AP) — The Jacksonville Jaguars placed the franchise tag on disgruntled defensive end Yannick Ngakoue on Friday, a move that guarantees him more than $19 million next season.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Ex-track athletes detail alleged sex abuse by college coach
ANN ARBOR, Mich. (AP) — Former Olympic high jumper Erin Aldrich claims one of her track coaches, John Rembao, began grooming her for a sexually abusive relationship when she was 16 before physically taking advantage of her two years later.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
College World Series among spring events axed by virus
OMAHA, Neb. (AP) — The cancellation of the NCAA basketball tournaments shook the nation Thursday, but more than two dozen other men's and women's championships won't be contested this winter and spring, either — and that doesn't include all the sports in Divisions II and III.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
NCAA plans to extend eligibility of spring sports athletes
NEW YORK (AP) — The NCAA is planning to extend the eligibility of athletes on spring sports teams by one year to make up for the season lost to the new coronavirus.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Chargers place franchise tag on Henry; release Davis, Mebane
COSTA MESA, Calif. (AP) — The Los Angeles Chargers have taken another step toward solidifying their offense by placing the franchise tag on one of their top playmakers.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Australian sports begin feeling effects of the coronavirus
BRISBANE, Australia (AP) — Australian sports fans didn't really need a reminder about the coronavirus, but they got one anyway Friday when a number of major events Down Under were affected by concerns over the pandemic. And more are likely to follow.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Brazil slow to act in sport on coronavirus
SAO PAULO (AP) — The biggest country in South America has also been slowest in the region to impose restrictions on large gatherings at sporting events as the coronavirus continues to spread.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
NCAA plans to extend eligibility of spring sports athletes
NEW YORK (AP) — The NCAA is planning to extend the eligibility of athletes on spring sports teams by one year to make up for the season lost to the new coronavirus.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Masters, Boston Marathon postponed due to coronavirus
The shock waves from the coronavirus outbreak rattled sports for another day as two rites of spring, the Masters and Boston Marathon, were postponed.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
MLB allows players to leave after canceling spring training
MESA, Ariz. (AP) — Major League Baseball is allowing players to go home, making the decision a day after canceling the rest of the spring training schedule and postponing opening day by at least two weeks amid the novel coronavirus outbreak.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Virus outbreak tests limits of soccer's World Cup schedule
GENEVA (AP) — The congested soccer calendar is being pushed beyond its limits by a global pandemic ahead of the 2022 World Cup.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Rutgers crushed: 1st NCAA spot in 29 years was but days away
NEWARK, N.J. (AP) — Rutgers seemed to be a only couple of days away from ending a nearly three-decade absence from the NCAA Tournament.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Bengals release tackle Cordy Glenn after troubled season
CINCINATI (AP) — The Bengals released Cordy Glenn on Friday, severing ties with the left tackle who missed most of last season because of concussion and suspension.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Jaguars place franchise tag on disgruntled defender Ngakoue
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. (AP) — The Jacksonville Jaguars placed the franchise tag on disgruntled defensive end Yannick Ngakoue on Friday, a move that guarantees him more than $19 million next season.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
AP Source: Pitino will return for 8th season with Minnesota
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — Minnesota coach Richard Pitino will return for his eighth season with the program, a person with knowledge of the situation confirmed on Friday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
MLB encouraging players to go home after canceling spring
MESA, Ariz. (AP) — Major League Baseball is encouraging players to go home, a day after canceling the rest of the spring training schedule and postponing opening day by at least two weeks amid the novel coronavirus outbreak.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Chargers place franchise tag on Henry; release Davis, Mebane
COSTA MESA, Calif. (AP) — The Los Angeles Chargers have taken another step toward solidifying their offense by placing the franchise tag on one of their top playmakers.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Premier League, Champions League call off matches
DÜSSELDORF, Germany (AP) — The Premier League and the Champions League were both suspended Friday as the chaos stemming from the coronavirus outbreak continues to impact soccer.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
4 top teams self-isolate, CL games off as virus hits soccer
MANCHESTER, England (AP) — Four of the world's leading soccer teams were in self-isolation Thursday as the sport grappled with a deepening virus outbreak that prompted the cancellation of Champions League matches for the first time, including the high-profile last-16 game between Manchester City and Real Madrid.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Trump "postpone" idea shot down by Japanese Olympic minister
TOKYO (AP) — President Donald Trump's suggestion to postpone the Tokyo Olympics for a year because of the spreading coronavirus was immediately shot down by Japan's Olympic minister.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Clemson's Simmons shows off for NFL personnel at pro day
CLEMSON, S.C. (AP) — As Clemson's pro day unfolded, NFL head coaches like the Pittsburgh Steelers' Mike Tomlin and the Detroit Lions' Matt Patricia chatted with Clemson's Dabo Swinney.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
DePaul stuns Xavier in first round of Big East Tourney
NEW YORK (AP) — DePaul is heading to the quarterfinals of the Big East Conference Tournament for the first time in six years with a win not many anticipated.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Hoiberg: I wouldn't have coached if it was risk to others
Nebraska coach Fred Hoiberg, facing criticism for coaching his team when he was not feeling well, wrote in a social media post Thursday he would not have been on the bench if he knew his presence could expose others to illness.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Bizarre Big East: 1 half of hoops, then tournament canceled
NEW YORK (AP) — Jett Canfield was having the game of his life.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Ohio players get in one last run after MAC tourney canceled
CLEVELAND (AP) — After getting up some pregame shots, Ohio's players excitedly huddled at mid-court just like they have all season.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Australian sports begin feeling effects of the coronavirus
BRISBANE, Australia (AP) — Australian sports fans didn't really need a reminder about the coronavirus, but they got one anyway Friday when a number of major events Down Under were affected by concerns over the pandemic. And more are likely to follow.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
3 former track athletes suing NCAA, coach over alleged abuse
ANN ARBOR, Mich. (AP) — Former Olympic high jumper Erin Aldrich planned to die with a secret she kept quiet for two-plus decades: an affair with a college coach she began falling in love with as a teenager and with whom she had an sexual relationship as a young woman.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
MLS shutting down for 30 days due to coronavirus
FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. (AP) — Major League Soccer is shutting down for 30 days because of the coronavirus, delaying the home opener for the expansion team co-owned by former England captain David Beckham.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
F1 cancels season-opening Australian GP amid virus concerns
MELBOURNE, Australia (AP) — As thousands of fans queued to get into the Australian Grand Prix, seemingly unperturbed by the coronavirus pandemic, the Formula One teams and drivers were packing up to leave.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
AP Source: Bills re-sign left guard Spain to 3-year deal
BUFFALO, N.Y. (AP) — A person familiar with the decision confirms to The Associated Press that the Buffalo Bills have agreed to re-sign offensive lineman Quinton Spain to a three-year contract.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Ex-track athletes detail alleged sex abuse by college coach
ANN ARBOR, Mich. (AP) — Former Olympic high jumper Erin Aldrich claims one of her track coaches, John Rembao, began grooming her for a sexually abusive relationship when she was 16 before physically taking advantage of her two years later.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
College World Series among spring events axed by virus
OMAHA, Neb. (AP) — The cancellation of the NCAA basketball tournaments shook the nation Thursday, but more than two dozen other men's and women's championships won't be contested this winter and spring, either — and that doesn't include all the sports in Divisions II and III.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Trump "postpone" idea shot down by Japanese Olympic minister
TOKYO (AP) — President Donald Trump's suggestion to postpone the Tokyo Olympics for a year because of the spreading coronavirus was immediately shot down by Japan's Olympic minister.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Australian sports begin feeling effects of the coronavirus
BRISBANE, Australia (AP) — Australian sports fans didn't really need a reminder about the coronavirus, but they got one anyway Friday when several major sports Down Under were affected by concerns over the pandemic. And more are likely to follow.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
4 top teams self-isolate, CL games off as virus hits soccer
MANCHESTER, England (AP) — Four of the world's leading soccer teams were in self-isolation Thursday as the sport grappled with a deepening virus outbreak that prompted the cancellation of Champions League matches for the first time, including the high-profile last-16 game between Manchester City and Real Madrid.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
3 top teams self-isolate, CL games off as virus hits soccer
MANCHESTER, England (AP) — Three of the world's leading soccer teams were in self-isolation Thursday as the sport grappled with a deepening virus outbreak that prompted the cancellation of Champions League matches for the first time, including the high-profile last-16 game between Manchester City and Real Madrid.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
F1 cancels season-opening Australian GP amid virus concerns
MELBOURNE, Australia (AP) — As thousands of fans queued to get into the Australian Grand Prix for the first Formula One weekend of the season, the teams and drivers were packing up to leave.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Ex-track athletes detail alleged sex abuse by college coach
ANN ARBOR, Mich. (AP) — Former Olympic high jumper Erin Aldrich claims one of her track coaches, John Rembao, began grooming her for a sexually abusive relationship when she was 16 before physically taking advantage of her two years later.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
MLS commissioner, USSF VP criticize US Soccer's legal stance
Major League Soccer Commissioner Don Garber and U.S. Soccer Federation vice president Cindy Cone criticized the legal stance taken by the USSF toward the women's national team under president Carlos Cordeiro, who was coming under increasing pressure to resign.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
AP Source: Bills re-sign left guard Spain to 3-year deal
BUFFALO, N.Y. (AP) — A person familiar with the decision confirms to The Associated Press that the Buffalo Bills have agreed to re-sign offensive lineman Quinton Spain to a three-year contract.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
College World Series among spring events axed by virus
OMAHA, Neb. (AP) — The cancellation of the NCAA basketball tournaments shook the nation Thursday, but more than two dozen other men's and women's championships won't be contested this winter and spring, either — and that doesn't include all the sports in Divisions II and III.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Clemson's Simmons shows off for NFL personnel at pro day
CLEMSON, S.C. (AP) — As Clemson's pro day unfolded, NFL head coaches like the Pittsburgh Steelers' Mike Tomlin and the Detroit Lions' Matt Patricia chatted with Clemson's Dabo Swinney.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Bizarre Big East: 1 half of hoops, then tournament canceled
NEW YORK (AP) — Jett Canfield was having the game of his life.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Ohio players get in one last run after MAC tourney canceled
CLEVELAND (AP) — After getting up some pregame shots, Ohio's players excitedly huddled at mid-court just like they have all season.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
New pitching coach Bryan Price is a key to Phillies' success
CLEARWATER, Fla. (AP) — Bryan Price observes, listens, suggests and tries to lead pitchers to their own conclusions.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Champions League games postponed as virus hits world soccer
MANCHESTER, England (AP) — The deepening virus outbreak prompted the cancellation of Champions League soccer for the first time Thursday, with the high-profile match between Manchester City and Real Madrid one of two to be postponed.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
MLS shutting down for 30 days due to coronavirus
FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. (AP) — Major League Soccer is shutting down for 30 days because of the coronavirus, delaying the home opener for the expansion team co-owned by former England captain David Beckham.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
AP source: Dolphins won't pick up contact option on Kilgore
MIAMI (AP) — A person familiar with the decision says the Miami Dolphins have decided not to pick up a contact option on center Daniel Kilgore, and he’ll become a free agent next week.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Miami Open tennis canceled because of coronavirus outbreak
MIAMI (AP) — The Miami Open tennis tournament that was scheduled to start later this month was canceled Thursday because of the new coronavirus outbreak.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Hoiberg: I wouldn't have coached if it was risk to others
Nebraska coach Fred Hoiberg, facing criticism for coaching his team when he was not feeling well, wrote in a social media post Thursday he would not have been on the bench if he knew his presence could expose others to illness.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Bundesliga games under threat as coronavirus spreads
BERLIN (AP) — Calls to scrap the rest of the Bundesliga season are growing as Europe struggles to contain the coronavirus outbreak.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Q&A: Will WHO's 'pandemic' ruling impact the Tokyo Olympics?
TOKYO (AP) — Tokyo Governor Yuriko Koike spoke Thursday after the World Health Organization labeled the spreading virus a “pandemic," a decision almost certain to affect the Tokyo Olympics.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
McLaren out; Hamilton has doubts ahead of opening F1 race
MELBOURNE, Australia (AP) — McLaren withdrew from the Australian Grand Prix on the eve of the first official practice sessions after a team member tested positive for the coronavirus, throwing the Formula One season-opener into doubt hours after six-time champion Lewis Hamilton questioned the wisdom of racing this weekend.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Sports court hears UAE challenge to Qatar's Asian Cup title
LAUSANNE, Switzerland (AP) — An appeal by United Arab Emirates soccer officials that could strip Qatar of its 2019 Asian Cup title was being heard at sport’s highest court on Thursday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Lewis Hamilton raises big questions ahead of opening F1 race
MELBOURNE, Australia (AP) — Six-time world champion Lewis Hamilton has questioned the wisdom of staging the season-opening Formula One Grand Prix while other sports are canceling events because of the spreading coronavirus.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Allyson Felix finds voice, new legacy through motherhood
Allyson Felix sometimes "races" a "sprinter"
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Gophers use strong 2nd half to pull away from Northwestern
INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — Daniel Oturu and Marcus Carr played their typical roles for Minnesota on Wednesday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Pietrangelo's two goals lifts Blues to 4-2 win over Ducks
ANAHEIM, Calif. (AP) — Alex Pietrangelo scored two goals, Jake Allen made 36 saves and the St. Louis Blues defeated the Anaheim Ducks 4-2 on Wednesday night.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Notre Dame tops Boston College 80-58 to advance in ACCs
GREENSBORO, N.C. (AP) — Notre Dame advanced the quarterfinals of the Atlantic Coast Conference Tournament without much heavy lifting from star John Mooney.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
DePaul stuns Xavier in first round of Big East Tourney
NEW YORK (AP) — DePaul is heading to the quarterfinals of the Big East Conference Tournament for the first time in six years with a win not many anticipated.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
3 former track athletes suing NCAA, coach over alleged abuse
ANN ARBOR, Mich. (AP) — Former Olympic high jumper Erin Aldrich planned to die with a secret she kept quiet for two-plus decades: an affair with a college coach she began falling in love with as a teenager and with whom she had an sexual relationship as a young woman.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Business as usual for Aussie F1 Grand Prix amid coronavirus
MELBOURNE, Australia (AP) — Six-time world champion Lewis Hamilton has questioned the wisdom of staging the season-opening Formula One Grand Prix while other sports are canceling events because of the spreading coronavirus.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Directors of hitting, pitching becoming more common
MESA, Ariz. (AP) — The Chicago Cubs had data. Lots of data. On velocity, pitch shaping and mechanics. Swing path, bat speed and launch trajectory. Numbers on numbers on numbers.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Pelicans-Kings game postponed out of caution for coronavirus
SACRAMENTO, Calif. (AP) — The last scheduled NBA game before the league planned to suspend the season because a Utah Jazz player tested positive for the new coronavirus was postponed at the last minute because one of the officials worked a game with the infected player.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
PSG fans amass outside stadium to support team despite ban
PARIS (AP) — Paris Saint-Germain fans amassed outside the club's stadium to cheer on the players before the Champions League last-16 game against Borussia Dortmund on Wednesday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Mavs avoid 3-game skid with 113-97 win over Nuggets
DALLAS (AP) — Dallas Mavericks coach Rick Carlisle, like his players, heard about the NBA's decision to suspend the season while in the third quarter of their game against the Denver Nuggets.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
St. John's grabs momentum to down Georgetown
NEW YORK (AP) — St. John's biggest comeback of the season kept it alive in the Big East Tournament.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
76ers rout Pistons with Embiid back from shoulder injury
PHILADELPHIA (AP) — Joel Embiid swished a 3 from the top of the arc and stretched his arms toward a wildly cheering crowd.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Jones scores 22 as Arkansas beats Vanderbilt 86-73 at SEC
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — Arkansas coach Eric Musselman is really glad his Razorbacks got one of the last chances to play a game in front of fans.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
PSG's relieved players cut loose after reaching CL quarters
PARIS (AP) — Unrestrained scenes of joy revealed huge relief as Paris Saint-Germain ended three years of frustration by reaching the Champions League quarterfinals on Wednesday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
US Soccer apologizes for arguments in equal pay case
The U.S. Soccer Federation apologized after it contended in court documents that women on its national team had lesser responsibilities and physical abilities than their male counterparts, an assertion that drew widespread criticism and sparked a player protest.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Jazz-Thunder postponed, NBA suspends season
OKLAHOMA CITY (AP) — Utah's scheduled game at Oklahoma City was postponed Wednesday night and the NBA suspended its season a few minutes later after a Jazz player tested positive for the coronavirus.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Boston U upsets Colgate 64-61 for Patriot League title
HAMILTON, N.Y. (AP) — Walter Whyte was still in a daze.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Mariners, Sounders, XFL shut out in Seattle because of virus
SEATTLE (AP) — The Seattle Mariners are seeking alternative options for their season-opening series after Washington Gov. Jay Inslee announced Wednesday a ban on all large gatherings in the three counties of the Seattle metro area because of the virus outbreak.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Powell wins Big East player of year, McDermott top coach
NEW YORK (AP) — Myles Powell, who skipped a chance to play in the NBA to become the first member of his family to earn a college degree, was selected the Big East Conference player of the year after leading Seton Hall to a three-way share of the regular-season title.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Randle scores 33, Knicks outlast Hawks 136-131 in overtime
ATLANTA (AP) — Vince Carter knew the end was coming.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
CONMEBOL seeks suspension of World Cup qualifiers over virus
SAO PAULO (AP) — South America's soccer body CONMEBOL is asking FIFA to suspend the beginning of World Cup qualifiers scheduled for the end of March due to fears with the spread of the coronavirus.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Adrian's error ushers Liverpool toward Champions League exit
LIVERPOOL, England (AP) — Anfield was rocking. Jurgen Klopp was beating his chest and punching the air. Another famous comeback was on for Liverpool in the Champions League.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Georgia tops Mississippi 81-63 in SEC Tournament opener
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — Rayshaun Hammonds knocked down his first of couple shots and kept firing to jump-start Georgia's impressive beginning to the Southeastern Conference Tournament.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Directors of hitting, pitching becoming more common
MESA, Ariz. (AP) — The Chicago Cubs had data. Lots of data. On velocity, pitch shaping and mechanics. Swing path, bat speed and launch trajectory. Numbers on numbers on numbers.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Pietrangelo's two goals lifts Blues to 4-2 win over Ducks
ANAHEIM, Calif. (AP) — Alex Pietrangelo scored two goals, Jake Allen made 36 saves and the St. Louis Blues defeated the Anaheim Ducks 4-2 on Wednesday night.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
DePaul stuns Xavier in first round of Big East Tourney
NEW YORK (AP) — DePaul is heading to the quarterfinals of the Big East Conference Tournament for the first time in six years with a win not many anticipated.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Pelicans-Kings game postponed out of caution for coronavirus
SACRAMENTO, Calif. (AP) — The last scheduled NBA game before the league planned to suspend the season because a Utah Jazz player tested positive for the new coronavirus was postponed at the last minute because one of the officials worked a game with the infected player.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Jones scores 22 as Arkansas beats Vanderbilt 86-73 at SEC
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — Arkansas coach Eric Musselman is really glad his Razorbacks got one of the last chances to play a game in front of fans.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Jazz-Thunder postponed, NBA suspends season
OKLAHOMA CITY (AP) — Utah's scheduled game at Oklahoma City was postponed Wednesday night and the NBA suspended its season a few minutes later after a Jazz player tested positive for the coronavirus.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Mavs avoid 3-game skid with 113-97 win over Nuggets
DALLAS (AP) — Dallas Mavericks coach Rick Carlisle, like his players, heard about the NBA's decision to suspend the season while in the third quarter of their game against the Denver Nuggets.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Randle scores 33, Knicks outlast Hawks 136-131 in overtime
ATLANTA (AP) — Vince Carter knew the end was coming.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
CONMEBOL seeks suspension of World Cup qualifiers over virus
SAO PAULO (AP) — South America's soccer body CONMEBOL is asking FIFA to suspend the beginning of World Cup qualifiers scheduled for the end of March due to fears with the spread of the coronavirus.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Adrian's error ushers Liverpool toward Champions League exit
LIVERPOOL, England (AP) — Anfield was rocking. Jurgen Klopp was beating his chest and punching the air. Another famous comeback was on for Liverpool in the Champions League.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
US Soccer apologizes for arguments in equal pay case
The U.S. Soccer Federation apologized Wednesday night after it made claims in court documents that women on its national team had lesser responsibilities and physical abilities than their male counterparts, an assertion that drew widespread criticism and sparked a player protest.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Boston U upsets Colgate 64-61 for Patriot League title
HAMILTON, N.Y. (AP) — Walter Whyte was still in a daze.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
St. John's grabs momentum to down Georgetown
NEW YORK (AP) — St. John's biggest comeback of the season kept it alive in the Big East Tournament.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
76ers rout Pistons with Embiid back from shoulder injury
PHILADELPHIA (AP) — Joel Embiid swished a 3 from the top of the arc and stretched his arms toward a wildly cheering crowd.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Notre Dame tops Boston College 80-58 to advance in ACCs
GREENSBORO, N.C. (AP) — Notre Dame advanced the quarterfinals of the Atlantic Coast Conference Tournament without much heavy lifting from star John Mooney.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Georgia tops Mississippi 81-63 in SEC Tournament opener
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — Rayshaun Hammonds knocked down his first of couple shots and kept firing to jump-start Georgia's impressive beginning to the Southeastern Conference Tournament.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Jazz-Thunder postponed due to "unforeseen circumstances"
OKLAHOMA CITY (AP) — The Oklahoma City Thunder's game against the Utah Jazz was postponed Wednesday night, with the only explanation a public address announcement citing “unforeseen circumstances."
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Gophers use strong 2nd half to pull away from Northwestern
INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — Daniel Oturu and Marcus Carr played their typical roles for Minnesota on Wednesday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
PSG's relieved players cut loose after reaching CL quarters
PARIS (AP) — Unrestrained scenes of joy revealed huge relief as Paris Saint-Germain ended three years of frustration by reaching the Champions League quarterfinals on Wednesday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Virus nixes fans from March Madness, some NHL, NBA games
College basketball's March Madness became the highest-profile sporting event to forego fans during the coronavirus pandemic, joining some NBA and NHL teams that have decided to play in largely empty arenas in an effort to slow the disease's spread.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Coca-Cola on US Soccer: `unacceptable and offensive'
Coca-Cola criticized the U.S. Soccer Federation for saying in legal papers that women did not have the same responsibilities or physical ability as men on its national teams.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Atletico eliminates Liverpool from Champions League
LIVERPOOL, England (AP) — Anfield was rocking. Jurgen Klopp was beating his chest and punching the air. Another famous comeback was on for Liverpool in the Champions League.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
PSG beats Dortmund 2-0 to reach Champions League quarters
PARIS (AP) — With its fans cheering outside an empty stadium, Paris Saint-Germain finally reached the Champions League quarterfinals again by beating Borussia Dortmund 2-0 on Wednesday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Virus outbreak will empty NCAA Tournament arenas
College basketball's March Madness will be played in largely empty arenas in an effort to slow the coronavirus pandemic, the NCAA announced Wednesday, a move that threatens to drain the signature school spirit from one of the biggest events on the sports calendar.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Powell wins Big East player of year, McDermott top coach
NEW YORK (AP) — Myles Powell, who skipped a chance to play in the NBA to become the first member of his family to earn a college degree, was selected the Big East Conference player of the year after leading Seton Hall to a three-way share of the regular-season title.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Bucks' Antetokounmpo feared his injury was more serious
MILWAUKEE (AP) — Milwaukee Bucks forward Giannis Antetokounmpo acknowledges he initially feared the knee sprain that has caused him to miss his last two games might be a much more serious injury.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Cheers! Streaking Flyers hope hot streak leads to Cup run
PHILADELPHIA (AP) — Kevin Hayes stepped behind the bar and prepared to make his first draft pick. The lager, the golden ale, the porter, wide varieties of delicious beers were lined up, but for Hayes the perfect pint was one he could truly call his own.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
After losing Bryce Harper, Nats move on from Anthony Rendon
WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. (AP) — A year after moving on from Bryce Harper, the Washington Nationals must move on from Anthony Rendon.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
PSG fans amass outside stadium to support team despite ban
PARIS (AP) — Paris Saint-Germain fans amassed outside the club's stadium to cheer on the players before the Champions League last-16 game against Borussia Dortmund on Wednesday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Mariners moving games, Warriors going fanless
The Golden State Warriors' game against the Brooklyn Nets on Thursday night will be played without fans in the arena, and the Mariners are moving their home games out of Seattle for the rest of March in an effort to slow the coronavirus outbreak.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Mariners, Sounders, XFL shut out in Seattle because of virus
SEATTLE (AP) — The Seattle Mariners are seeking alternative options for their season-opening series after Washington Gov. Jay Inslee announced Wednesday a ban on all large gatherings in the three counties of the Seattle metro area because of the virus outbreak.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Phils manager Joe Girardi already living up to reputation
CLEARWATER, Fla. (AP) — It's clear when Joe Girardi walks into a room that he's the man in charge.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
MacKinnon sidelined at least a week with lower body injury
DENVER (AP) — The Colorado Avalanche will be without top scorer Nathan MacKinnon for at least a week after he suffered a lower body injury.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Ravens guard Yanda retires after 13 years on his own terms
OWINGS MILLS, Md. (AP) — Much thinner and chattier than during his playing days, Marshal Yanda retired from the NFL on Wednesday with the satisfaction of knowing he walked away before being kicked out the door.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Indians' Antonetti: `Earnest effort' with Lindor came short
GOODYEAR, Ariz. (AP) — Cleveland Indians executive Chris Antonetti says the franchise and representatives for star shortstop Francisco Lindor made a “sincere and earnest effort” to agree on a long-term contract before deciding this week to suspend talks.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Marquette's Howard hoping to cap career with long NCAA run
MILWAUKEE (AP) — Markus Howard will leave Marquette as one of the most dynamic scorers in Big East history. He has the most career points of any active Division I player and leads the nation in points per game this season.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Dawes leads Clemson past Miami 69-64 in ACC Tournament
GREENSBORO, N.C. (AP) — The Clemson Tigers began attacking the hole, then charged into the ACC Tournament quarterfinals.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
UEFA postpones Europa League games because of travel ban
MADRID (AP) — Two Europa League matches scheduled to be played in Spain and Italy on Thursday have been postponed because of traveling restrictions prompted by the coronavirus outbreak, UEFA said Wednesday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
3 former track athletes suing NCAA, coach over alleged abuse
ANN ARBOR, Mich. (AP) — Former Olympic high jumper Erin Aldrich planned to die with a secret she kept quiet for two-plus decades: an affair with a college coach she began falling in love with as a teenager and with whom she had an inappropriate sexual relationship as a young …
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Roma and Getafe won't travel for Europa League games
MADRID (AP) — Italian soccer club Roma will not travel to Spain for its Europa League match against Sevilla on Thursday because of restrictions prompted by the coronavirus outbreak, and the president of Spanish club Getafe said his team will not fly to Italy to play Inter Milan.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Tokyo Olympic head shoots down comments about delaying games
TOKYO (AP) — The president of the Tokyo Olympic organizing committee said Wednesday he has received an apology from an executive board member who said the 2020 Games should be delayed a year to two because of the coronavirus.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Spanish club Getafe refuses to play game in Italy amid virus
MADRID (AP) — The president of Spanish soccer club Getafe said his team will not travel to Italy to play Inter Milan in the Europa League on Thursday because of the coronavirus outbreak.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Davis misses 3 at buzzer, Nets hold off Lakers 104-102
LOS ANGELES (AP) — In his second game as Brooklyn's interim coach, Jacque Vaughn watched his Nets fight and scrap for 47 1/2 minutes to carve out a two-point lead over the powerhouse Lakers..
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Auburn fresh example for teams to win SEC tourney hard way
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — Auburn coach Bruce Pearl believes with the parity in the Southeastern Conference that a handful of teams could do the same thing his Tigers did in last year's league tournament and run the table.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
USSF says hostile crowds give men different jobs than women
NEW YORK (AP) — The U.S. Soccer Federation says facing hostile crowds in Mexico and Central America makes playing for the U.S. men's team a different job than competing for the American women and claims the men have more responsibility.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Virus impact on US sports grows; more restrictions in Europe
The novel coronavirus outbreak, which has already reshaped the professional sports landscape in Europe, prompted new restrictions to restrict fan access in the U.S. on Tuesday, with major decisions looming about baseball's opening day and college basketball's NCAA Tournament.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Wizards' Bradley Beal turns All-Star snub into all-NBA talk
WASHINGTON (AP) — Bradley Beal dished the ball to Washington Wizards teammate Davis Bertans for a 3-point attempt, then
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Ducks' Deslauriers gets natural hat trick in win over Ottawa
ANAHEIM, Calif. (AP) — Nicolas Deslauriers is known as a grinder and an enforcer, not a goal scorer. But the Anaheim left wing put himself in the Ducks' record book in a way he least expected.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Iowa's Garza, Badgers' Gard take AP All-Big Ten top honors
Iowa's Luka Garza is The Associated Press player of the year in the Big Ten Conference and Wisconsin's Greg Gard is its coach of the year.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
White scores 20, commits 9 TOs, Bulls beat Cavaliers 108-103
CHICAGO (AP) — Coby White scored 20 points to help offset a career-high nine turnovers in his first NBA start, and the Chicago Bulls beat the Cleveland Cavaliers 108-103 on Tuesday night.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Champagnie scores 31, Pitt surges past Wake Forest 81-72
GREENSBORO, N.C. (AP) — Justin Champagnie felt snubbed after being left off the ACC's All-Freshman team.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
No. 2 Gonzaga wins 17th WCC title with 84-66 win over Gaels
LAS VEGAS (AP) — Gonzaga stumbled in last year's West Coast Conference tournament, losing to rival Saint Mary's in the title game after dominating the regular season.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
The Chase: Established NHL vets trade comfort for Cup shot
PITTSBURGH (AP) — The evidence of Patrick Marleau's near miss is everywhere. In the rafters at PPG Paints Arena. In the lobby on the way to the Pittsburgh Penguins dressing room, where a replica of the Stanley Cup the franchise won in 2016 at the expense of Marleau and the …
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Klopp wary of Atletico’s dark arts with Liverpool in danger
LIVERPOOL, England (AP) — The praise was loaded with a more sinister edge as Liverpool manager Jürgen Klopp spoke about the challenge of breaking down European soccer’s toughest defense.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Bruins snap Flyers' 9-game win streak behind Rask shutout
PHILADELPHIA (AP) — Scott Laughton sped down the boards, attacked the zone and had his pass set on Kevin Hayes to find an open look at Boston's net. Bruins center Charlie Coyle acted more like a Red Sox player headed toward a triple, doing a head-first dive between the circles, …
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Sharks, NHL determining plans for home games after crowd ban
SAN JOSE, Calif. (AP) — The Sharks and the NHL were still determining how to proceed Tuesday with three scheduled games in San Jose this month following a local ban put in place on gatherings of more than 1,000 people in response to the spread of the coronavirus.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Kansas' Azubuike AP Big 12 player of year, Drew top coach
Kansas center Udoka Azubuike is The Associated Press Big 12 player of the year, with the 7-foot senior averaging a double-double for the regular season conference champion and top-ranked Jayhawks.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Harden with 37; Rockets end skid in 117-111 win over 'Wolves
HOUSTON (AP) — James Harden had 37 points and the Houston Rockets snapped a four-game skid with a 117-111 win over the Minnesota Timberwolves on Tuesday night.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Hurricanes score 3 in 3rd period, beat Red Wings 5-2
DETROIT (AP) — Justin Williams scored a tiebreaking goal 1:38 into the final period, and Sebastian Aho added two goals later in the third to give the Carolina Hurricanes a 5-2 win over the Detroit Red Wings on Tuesday night.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Panthers sign QB Kyle Allen to 1-year contract extension
The Panthers have signed quarterback Kyle Allen to a one-year contract extension.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Big Ten tourney challenge gives Pitino, Gophers last chance
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — All those late-game lapses over the past month pushed Minnesota way off the NCAA Tournament bubble, forcing the Gophers to win five games in five days this week just to get in.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Blazers snap 2-game skid with 121-105 win over the Suns
PORTLAND, Ore. (AP) — Damian Lillard had 25 points and the Portland Trail Blazers got a much-needed 121-105 victory over the Phoenix Suns on Tuesday night.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Back in game: NFL announces partnership with 2K Sports
Gamers have long hoped that 2K Sports would return to producing NFL video games. Those wishes will come true next year.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Creighton out to make better memory at Big East Tournament
Creighton is hoping for a change of fortune after crushing losses in its last two Big East Tournament openers and another late-season injury to a key player.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Cavs reward Bickerstaff with contract after strong start
CLEVELAND (AP) — J.B. Bickerstaff's impressive start with the Cavaliers has been rewarded.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Malkin leads slumping Penguins to 5-2 win over Devils
NEWARK, N.J. (AP) — Evgeni Malkin scored two goals and set up another to lead the slumping Pittsburgh Penguins to a 5-2 victory over the New Jersey Devils on Tuesday night.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Mississippi State's Perry, Arkansas' Jones share SEC honors
Reggie Perry of Mississippi State and Mason Jones of Arkansas have been named The Associated Press Southeastern Conference players of the year.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Norse take 3rd Horizon title in 4 years with win over Flames
INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — Jalen Tate tied one piece of the net to his championship hat Tuesday and hung the rest around his neck after earning another NCAA Tournament bid.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Cavs' catalyst: Kihei Clark has No. 17 Virginia on the rise
CHARLOTTESVILLE, Va (AP) — There have been times this season when Virginia coach Tony Bennett's assessment of point guard Kihei Clark's play has made it pretty clear that the No. 17 Cavaliers' fortunes hinged on the 5-foot-9 sophomore improving his play.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
North Carolina keeps season alive, throttles Va. Tech 78-56
GREENSBORO, N.C. (AP) — North Carolina coach Roy Williams joked that he nearly broke his dadgum neck Tuesday night because there was a light bulb out in the hallway steps leading up to the press room at the Greensboro Coliseum.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Big Ten takes bruising battles to conference tournament
INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — Michigan State coach Tom Izzo thought he had seen everything during his 25-year tenure.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Wizards' Bradley Beal turns All-Star snub into all-NBA talk
WASHINGTON (AP) — Bradley Beal dished the ball to Washington Wizards teammate Davis Bertans for a 3-point attempt, then
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
The Chase; Established NHL vets trade comfort for Cup shot
PITTSBURGH (AP) — The evidence of Patrick Marleau's near miss is everywhere. In the rafters at PPG Paints Arena. In the lobby on the way to the Pittsburgh Penguins dressing room, where a replica of the Stanley Cup the franchise won in 2016 at the expense of Marleau and the …
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Davis misses 3 at buzzer, Nets hold off Lakers 104-102
LOS ANGELES (AP) — In his second game as Brooklyn's interim coach, Jacque Vaughn watched his Nets fight and scrap for 47 1/2 minutes to carve out a two-point lead over the powerhouse Lakers..
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Ducks' Deslauriers gets natural hat trick in win over Ottawa
ANAHEIM, Calif. (AP) — Nicolas Deslauriers is known as a grinder and an enforcer, not a goal scorer. But the Anaheim left wing put himself in the Ducks' record book in a way he least expected.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Blazers snap 2-game skid with 121-105 win over the Suns
PORTLAND, Ore. (AP) — Damian Lillard had 25 points and the Portland Trail Blazers got a much-needed 121-105 victory over the Phoenix Suns on Tuesday night.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO
Hurricanes score 3 in 3rd period, beat Red Wings 5-2
DETROIT (AP) — Justin Williams scored a tiebreaking goal 1:38 into the final period, and Sebastian Aho added two goals later in the third to give the Carolina Hurricanes a 5-2 win over the Detroit Red Wings on Tuesday night.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Harden with 37; Rockets end skid in 117-111 win over 'Wolves
HOUSTON (AP) — James Harden had 37 points and the Houston Rockets snapped a four-game skid with a 117-111 win over the Minnesota Timberwolves on Tuesday night.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
White scores 20, commits 9 TOs, Bulls beat Cavaliers 108-103
CHICAGO (AP) — Coby White scored 20 points to help offset a career-high nine turnovers in his first NBA start, and the Chicago Bulls beat the Cleveland Cavaliers 108-103 on Tuesday night.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Malkin leads slumping Penguins to 5-2 win over Devils
NEWARK, N.J. (AP) — Evgeni Malkin scored two goals and set up another to lead the slumping Pittsburgh Penguins to a 5-2 victory over the New Jersey Devils on Tuesday night.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Bruins snap Flyers' 9-game win streak behind Rask shutout
PHILADELPHIA (AP) — Scott Laughton sped down the boards, attacked the zone and had his pass set on Kevin Hayes to find an open look at Boston's net. Bruins center Charlie Coyle acted more like a Red Sox player headed toward a triple, doing a head-first dive between the circles, …
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Norse take 3rd Horizon title in 4 years with win over Flames
INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — Jalen Tate tied one piece of the net to his championship hat Tuesday and hung the rest around his neck after earning another NCAA Tournament bid.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Virus impact on US sports grows; more restrictions in Europe
The novel coronavirus outbreak, which has already reshaped the professional sports landscape in Europe, prompted new restrictions to restrict fan access in the U.S. on Tuesday, with major decisions looming about baseball's opening day and college basketball's NCAA Tournament.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
North Carolina keeps season alive, throttles Va. Tech 78-56
GREENSBORO, N.C. (AP) — North Carolina coach Roy Williams joked that he nearly broke his dadgum neck Tuesday night because there was a light bulb out in the hallway steps leading up to the press room at the Greensboro Coliseum.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Cavs reward Bickerstaff with contract after strong start
CLEVELAND (AP) — J.B. Bickerstaff's impressive start with the Cavaliers has been rewarded.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Champagnie scores 31, Pitt surges past Wake Forest 81-72
GREENSBORO, N.C. (AP) — Justin Champagnie felt snubbed after being left off the ACC's All-Freshman team.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Big Ten tourney challenge gives Pitino, Gophers last chance
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — All those late-game lapses over the past month pushed Minnesota way off the NCAA Tournament bubble, forcing the Gophers to win five games in five days this week just to get in.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Creighton out to make better memory at Big East Tournament
Creighton is hoping for a change of fortune after crushing losses in its last two Big East Tournament openers and another late-season injury to a key player.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
AP Source: Cavs, Bickerstaff agree to multi-year contract
CLEVELAND (AP) — J.B. Bickerstaff's impressive start with the Cavaliers has been rewarded.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Virus concerns spread in Europe, touch on MLB opening day
With just over two weeks until baseball's opening day, Texas Rangers catcher Robinson Chirinos said Tuesday he is “a little bit” concerned about traveling to Seattle with the coronavirus outbreak in Washington state.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Panthers sign QB Kyle Allen to 1-year contract extension
The Panthers have signed quarterback Kyle Allen to a one-year contract extension.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Cavs' catalyst: Kihei Clark has No. 17 Virginia on the rise
CHARLOTTESVILLE, Va (AP) — There have been times this season when Virginia coach Tony Bennett's assessment of point guard Kihei Clark's play has made it pretty clear that the No. 17 Cavaliers' fortunes hinged on the 5-foot-9 sophomore improving his play.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Big Ten takes bruising battles to conference tournament
INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — Michigan State coach Tom Izzo thought he had seen everything during his 25-year tenure.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
USSF says hostile crowds give men different jobs than women
NEW YORK (AP) — The U.S. Soccer Federation says facing hostile crowds in Mexico and Central America makes playing for the U.S. men's team a different job than competing for the American women and claims the men have more responsibility.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Sharks, NHL determining plans for home games after crowd ban
SAN JOSE, Calif. (AP) — The Sharks and the NHL were still determining how to proceed Tuesday with three scheduled games in San Jose this month following a local ban put in place on gatherings of more than 1,000 people in response to the spread of the coronavirus.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Playoff race about to get tougher for battered Blue Jackets
COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) — Dragged down by injuries and its lines patched together with rookies, the Columbus Blue Jackets are somehow still in the playoff hunt.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Texas player has concern about MLB opening day in Seattle
SURPRISE, Ariz. (AP) — With just over two weeks until baseball's opening day, Texas Rangers catcher Robinson Chirinos says he's “a little bit” concerned about traveling to Seattle with Washington state having the worst coronavirus outbreak in the U.S.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Kansas' Azubuike AP Big 12 player of year, Drew top coach
Kansas center Udoka Azubuike is The Associated Press Big 12 player of the year, with the 7-foot senior averaging a double-double for the regular season conference champion and top-ranked Jayhawks.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Klopp wary of Atletico’s dark arts with Liverpool in danger
LIVERPOOL, England (AP) — The praise was loaded with a more sinister edge as Liverpool manager Jürgen Klopp spoke about the challenge of breaking down European soccer’s toughest defense.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Iowa's Garza, Badgers' Gard take AP All-Big Ten top honors
Iowa's Luka Garza is The Associated Press player of the year in the Big Ten Conference and Wisconsin's Greg Gard is its coach of the year.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Auburn fresh example for teams to win SEC tourney hard way
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — Auburn coach Bruce Pearl believes with the parity in the Southeastern Conference that a handful of teams could do the same thing his Tigers did in last year's league tournament and run the table.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Soccer games around Europe to be played in empty stadiums
MADRID (AP) — All upcoming professional soccer games in Spain, France and Portugal, as well as some in Germany and a European Championship qualifying match in Slovakia, will be played in empty stadiums because of the coronavirus outbreak.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Browns release veteran LB Christian Kirksey after 6 seasons
CLEVELAND (AP) — Christian Kirksey's value to the Browns — on and off the field — didn't equal what they would have to pay the veteran linebacker.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Mississippi State's Perry, Arkansas' Jones share SEC honors
Reggie Perry of Mississippi State and Mason Jones of Arkansas have been named The Associated Press Southeastern Conference players of the year.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Ravens' Marshal Yanda to retire after 13 years, 8 Pro Bowls
OWINGS MILLS, Md. (AP) — Ravens guard Marshal Yanda is retiring after 13 seasons in which he was named to the Pro Bowl eight times and helped Baltimore win the 2012 Super Bowl.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Spanish soccer games to be played in empty stadiums
MADRID (AP) — All upcoming professional soccer games in Spain and Portugal, as well as some in Germany and a European Championship qualifying match, will be played in empty stadiums because of the coronavirus outbreak.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Back in game: NFL announces partnership with 2K Sports
Gamers have long hoped that 2K Sports would return to producing NFL video games. Those wishes will come true next year.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
ETSU defeats upset-minded Wofford 72-58 to win SoCon title
ASHEVILLE, N.C. (AP) — Isaiah Tisdale said he had a dream that East Tennessee State was going to win the Southern Conference Tournament.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
4 Ohio State football assistants top $1 million in salary
COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) — Four assistant football coaches at Ohio State will be paid at least $1 million this year, according to salary figures released by the school Monday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Avalanche top line overwhelms Sharks in 4-3 win
SAN JOSE, Calif. (AP) — Nathan MacKinnon and Gabriel Landeskog each had a goal and two assists and Colorado's top line overwhelmed the San Jose Sharks in a 4-3 victory for the Avalanche on Sunday night.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
More Bundesliga protests: Fans slam German soccer federation
BERLIN (AP) — There were more widespread protests at Bundesliga games over the weekend as fans vented their anger with the German soccer federation.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
No. 6 Aztecs hope for rest, not rust, during long layoff
SAN DIEGO (AP) — The sixth-ranked San Diego State Aztecs are eager for some rest and are not at all worried about rust with a week and a half to go before their first-round NCAA Tournament game.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Trainers, vets, others charged in racehorse-drugging scheme
More than two dozen people, including the trainer of champion Maximum Security, were charged in what authorities described Monday as a widespread international scheme to drug horses to make them race faster.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Ross, Voth, Fedde vying for 5th starter spot for Nationals
WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. (AP) — Erick Fedde and Austin Voth take their pets to the dog beach together. They check out new restaurants together, too.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Young has 31 as Hawks outlast Hornets 143-138 in double-OT
ATLANTA (AP) — De'Andre Hunter broke a tie by sinking three free throws with 13.3 seconds remaining in the second overtime, and the Atlanta Hawks beat the Charlotte Hornets 143-138 on Monday night following a controversial finish to the first extra period.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Ex-Michigan football player suing school over alleged abuse
ANN ARBOR, Mich. (AP) — A man who played football at the University of Michigan sued the school and its board of regents on Monday, alleging the late Dr. Robert E. Anderson sexually abused him.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Sporting events in Italy to be halted because of virus
ROME (AP) — Sports ground to a halt throughout Italy late Monday night when Premier Giuseppe Conte announced that games and travel will be banned nationwide.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Maryland seeks another banner after tying for Big Ten title
COLLEGE PARK, Md. (AP) — Earning a share of the Big Ten regular season title provided Maryland with a sense of accomplishment and no small measure of relief, given the pressure that comes with fulfilling the expectations of a top 10 team.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
No. 5 UConn beats Cincy 87-53, finishes perfect run in AAC
UNCASVILLE, Conn. (AP) — UConn may no longer dominate all of college basketball, but they will end their tenure in the American Athletic Conference as the undisputed champions.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Murray scores 21 as Nuggets beat short-handed Bucks 109-95
DENVER (AP) —
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
US men feel expectations ahead of Olympic soccer qualifying
Knowing the United States men missed out on the 2012 and 2016 Olympic soccer tournament and the 2018 World Cup, American under-23 team coach Jason Kreis understands the expectations going into qualifying for this summer's Olympics in Japan.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Humble Hayes; Pirates 3B prospect impressing as callup nears
BRADENTON, Fla. (AP) — Ke'Bryan Hayes thought the call might come last September with the Pittsburgh Pirates in a free fall. It didn't and, yeah, it bothered the third base prospect more than a little.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
County ban of large gatherings could impact Sharks, Stanford
SAN JOSE, Calif. (AP) — The status of three San Jose Sharks hockey games, the NCAA women's basketball tournament at Stanford and one MLS game are in doubt after Santa Clara County announced a ban of all large gatherings of at least 1,000 people for the rest of the month …
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Rangers' Calhoun has surgery for broken jaw after HBP
SURPRISE, Ariz. (AP) — Texas Rangers outfielder Willie Calhoun had surgery to repair his broken jaw Monday, a day after being hit in the face by a fastball.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Chryst stays patient as Badgers prepare for spring practice
MADISON, Wis. (AP) — Wisconsin will head into spring practice with plenty of questions after losing much of the star power from a team that reached the Rose Bowl last season.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
AP sources: Bills agree to sign cornerback Josh Norman
BUFFALO, N.Y. (AP) — Veteran cornerback Josh Norman has agreed to sign a one-year contract with the Buffalo Bills, two people with knowledge of the decision told The Associated Press on Monday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
16-0 Gators face tough week with SEC opener against Georgia
Florida is looking like its old self through the first four weeks of the season. Maybe even better.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
County ban of large gatherings could impact Sharks, Stanford
SAN JOSE, Calif. (AP) — The status of three San Jose Sharks hockey games, the NCAA women's basketball tournament at Stanford and one MLS game are in doubt after Santa Clara County announced a ban of all large gatherings of at least 1,000 people for the rest of the month …
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Murray scores 21 as Nuggets beat short-handed Bucks 109-95
DENVER (AP) —
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Young has 31 as Hawks outlast Hornets 143-138 in double-OT
ATLANTA (AP) — De'Andre Hunter broke a tie by sinking three free throws with 13.3 seconds remaining in the second overtime, and the Atlanta Hawks beat the Charlotte Hornets 143-138 on Monday night following a controversial finish to the first extra period.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
ETSU defeats upset-minded Wofford 72-58 to win SoCon title
ASHEVILLE, N.C. (AP) — Isaiah Tisdale said he had a dream that East Tennessee State was going to win the Southern Conference Tournament.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
No. 5 UConn beats Cincy 87-53, finishes perfect run in AAC
UNCASVILLE, Conn. (AP) — UConn may no longer dominate all of college basketball, but they will end their tenure in the American Athletic Conference as the undisputed champions.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
No. 6 Aztecs hope for rest, not rust, during long layoff
SAN DIEGO (AP) — The sixth-ranked San Diego State Aztecs are eager for some rest and are not at all worried about rust with a week and a half to go before their first-round NCAA Tournament game.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Rangers' Calhoun has surgery for broken jaw after HBP
SURPRISE, Ariz. (AP) — Texas Rangers outfielder Willie Calhoun had surgery to repair his broken jaw Monday, a day after being hit in the face by a fastball.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
US men feel expectations ahead of Olympic soccer qualifying
Knowing the United States men missed out on the 2012 and 2016 Olympic soccer tournament and the 2018 World Cup, American under-23 team coach Jason Kreis understands the expectations going into qualifying for this summer's Olympics in Japan.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Ex-Michigan football player suing school over alleged abuse
ANN ARBOR, Mich. (AP) — A man who played football at the University of Michigan sued the school and its board of regents on Monday, alleging the late Dr. Robert E. Anderson sexually abused him.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Ross, Voth, Fedde vying for 5th starter spot for Nationals
WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. (AP) — Erick Fedde and Austin Voth take their pets to the dog beach together. They check out new restaurants together, too.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
4 Ohio State football assistants top $1 million in salary
COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) — Four assistant football coaches at Ohio State will be paid at least $1 million this year, according to salary figures released by the school Monday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Trainers, vets, others charged in racehorse-drugging scheme
More than two dozen people, including the trainer of champion Maximum Security, were charged in what authorities described Monday as a widespread international scheme to drug horses to make them race faster.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Maryland seeks another banner after tying for Big Ten title
COLLEGE PARK, Md. (AP) — Earning a share of the Big Ten regular season title provided Maryland with a sense of accomplishment and no small measure of relief, given the pressure that comes with fulfilling the expectations of a top 10 team.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Chryst stays patient as Badgers prepare for spring practice
MADISON, Wis. (AP) — Wisconsin will head into spring practice with plenty of questions after losing much of the star power from a team that reached the Rose Bowl last season.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
16-0 Gators face tough week with SEC opener against Georgia
Florida is looking like its old self through the first four weeks of the season. Maybe even better.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Sporting events in Italy to be halted because of virus
ROME (AP) — Sports ground to a halt throughout Italy late Monday night when Premier Giuseppe Conte announced that games and travel will be banned nationwide.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Trainers, vets, others charged in horse-drugging scheme
More than two dozen people, including the trainer of champion Maximum Security, have been charged in what authorities described Monday as a widespread international scheme to drug horses to make them race faster.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
More Bundesliga protests: Fans slam German soccer federation
BERLIN (AP) — There were more widespread protests at Bundesliga games over the weekend as fans vented their anger with the German soccer federation.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Humble Hayes; Pirates 3B prospect impressing as callup nears
BRADENTON, Fla. (AP) — Ke'Bryan Hayes thought the call might come last September with the Pittsburgh Pirates in a free fall. It didn't and, yeah, it bothered the third base prospect more than a little.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Florida's Blackshear sprains wrist, could miss SEC tourney
GAINESVILLE, Fla. (AP) — Florida forward Kerry Blackshear Jr., the team's second-leading scorer and leading rebounder, is questionable for the Southeastern Conference Tournament because of a sprained left wrist.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
AP sources: Bills agree to sign cornerback Josh Norman
BUFFALO, N.Y. (AP) — Veteran cornerback Josh Norman has agreed to sign a one-year contract with the Buffalo Bills, two people with knowledge of the decision told The Associated Press on Monday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Holiday has 37 points help Pelicans top Timberwolves 120-107
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — The New Orleans Pelicans have perked up since the debut of Zion Williamson.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
No. 1 Gamecocks take SEC title, beat No. 9 Bulldogs 76-62
GREENVILLE, S.C. (AP) — “Mad Kiki” is a believer in South Carolina at last.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Smaller crowd for Seattle's 1st major event since outbreak
SEATTLE (AP) — Four months ago, Occidental Park, a couple of blocks north of CenturyLink Field, was crammed with thousands of Seattle Sounders fans clad in green and blue marching to the stadium. They sang, they set off smoke bombs and a few hours later celebrated the Sounders winning their …
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Red Wings earn elusive win over Lightning, 5-4 in shootout
DETROIT (AP) — Robby Fabbri scored the winning goal in a shootout to lift the Detroit Red Wings over Tampa Bay 5-4 on Sunday, snapping a 16-game losing streak against the Lightning in the regular season.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
No. 5 UConn beats USF to advance to 7th straight AAC final.
UNCASVILLE, Conn. (AP) — UConn played smothering defense against South Florida for the second time in less than a week to earn a shot at a seventh consecutive American Athletic Tournament title.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
No. 6 Maryland rolls past Buckeyes to capture Big Ten crown
INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — Maryland point guard Ashley Owusu put together a perfect postseason record in high school.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
No fans, no fun: Athletes uneasy over empty-arena solutions
SCOTTSDALE, Ariz. (AP) — As U.S. sports leagues weigh whether to bar fans from ballparks and stadiums to help stall the coronavirus outbreak, San Francisco Giants pitcher Jeff Samardzija is one of the few players who can tell them exactly what that feels like.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Schroder's late layup lifts Thunder over Celtics 105-104
BOSTON (AP) — Until Sunday, the Oklahoma City Thunder hadn't had to worry about figuring out how to play without leading scorer Shai Gilgeous-Alexander.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Vela nets 50th MLS goal in LAFC's 3-3 draw with Philadelphia
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Carlos Vela scored his 50th MLS goal on a beautiful free kick in the 38th minute, and Los Angeles FC rallied from three one-goal deficits to salvage a 3-3 draw with the Philadelphia Union on Sunday night.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Augustin scores 24 as Magic rout slumping Rockets 126-106
HOUSTON (AP) — D.J. Augustin scored 24 points off the bench, Aaron Gordon added 19 and the Orlando Magic got a 126-106 win over slumping Houston on Sunday night to hand the Rockets their fourth straight loss.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Drummond scores 28, Sexton 26 as Cavaliers down Spurs in OT
CLEVELAND (AP) — Andre Drummond returned from a leg injury to score 28 points and add 17 rebounds, and Kevin Love shook off a tough shooting night to make a big 3-pointer in overtime and lift the improving Cleveland Cavaliers to a 132-129 win over the San Antonio Spurs on …
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Indian Wells tennis postponed after coronavirus confirmed
The BNP Paribas Open, the near-major tennis tournament set to begin this week in the California desert, won't be played as scheduled after a case of coronavirus was confirmed in the Coachella Valley.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
No. 16 Mich St tops No. 19 Ohio St 80-69, shares B10 title
EAST LANSING, Mich. (AP) — Cassius Winston kissed Michigan State's logo in the middle of its basketball court, following the school's quarter-century long tradition toward the end of his last game at the Breslin Center.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
No. 9 Maryland tops No. 25 Michigan for Big Ten title share
COLLEGE PARK, Md. (AP) — Each member of the Maryland basketball team took turns gripping the trophy awarded to the Big Ten Conference champions. They wore bright red hats boasting their accomplishment, and they proudly
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Homesley, Cuffee lead Liberty past Lipscomb, 73-57
LYNCHBURG, Va. (AP) — Liberty is headed to the NCAA Tournament for the second year in a row, but there is a big difference between them making it last year and doing it again.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
No. 10 NC State women win 1st ACC tourney title in 29 years
GREENSBORO, N.C. (AP) — Aislinn Konig and her 10th-ranked North Carolina State teammates weren't even born the last time the Wolfpack won the Atlantic Coast Conference Tournament championship.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
After Butler leaves, Heat end road woes, beat Wizards 100-89
WASHINGTON (AP) — Jimmy Butler figures his bothersome left toe is not that big a deal, even if it forced him to the locker room for most of the second half Sunday night.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Hurricanes hammer listless Penguins 6-2
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Morgan Geekie didn't have time to think.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Amid celebrations and protests, Bayern takes 4-point lead
BERLIN (AP) — First came the celebrations, then the protests.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
LeBron & Co. snap Clippers' streak at 6 with 112-103 victory
LOS ANGELES (AP) — LeBron James closed out a weekend to remember. First, he outdueled Giannis Antetokounmpo and the Milwaukee Bucks in a match-up of NBA conference leaders. Then he kept the Los Angeles Lakers rolling with a victory over the streaking Clippers.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Avalanche top line overwhelms Sharks in 4-3 win
SAN JOSE, Calif. (AP) — Nathan MacKinnon and Gabriel Landeskog each had a goal and two assists and Colorado's top line overwhelmed the San Jose Sharks in a 4-3 victory for the Avalanche on Sunday night.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Vela nets 50th MLS goal in LAFC's 3-3 draw with Philadelphia
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Carlos Vela scored his 50th MLS goal on a beautiful free kick in the 38th minute, and Los Angeles FC rallied from three one-goal deficits to salvage a 3-3 draw with the Philadelphia Union on Sunday night.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Avalanche top line overwhelms Sharks in 4-3 win
SAN JOSE, Calif. (AP) — Nathan MacKinnon and Gabriel Landeskog each had a goal and two assists and Colorado's top line overwhelmed the San Jose Sharks in a 4-2 victory for the Avalanche on Sunday night.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
After Butler leaves, Heat end road woes, beat Wizards 100-89
WASHINGTON (AP) — Jimmy Butler figures his bothersome left toe is not that big a deal, even if it forced him to the locker room for most of the second half Sunday night.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Drummond scores 28, Sexton 26 as Cavaliers down Spurs in OT
CLEVELAND (AP) — Andre Drummond returned from a leg injury to score 28 points and add 17 rebounds, and Kevin Love shook off a tough shooting night to make a big 3-pointer in overtime and lift the improving Cleveland Cavaliers to a 132-129 win over the San Antonio Spurs on …
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Indian Wells tennis postponed after coronavirus confirmed
The BNP Paribas Open, the near-major tennis tournament set to begin this week in the California desert, won't be played as scheduled after a case of coronavirus was confirmed in the Coachella Valley.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Augustin scores 24 as Magic rout slumping Rockets 126-106
HOUSTON (AP) — D.J. Augustin scored 24 points off the bench, Aaron Gordon added 19 and the Orlando Magic got a 126-106 win over slumping Houston on Sunday night to hand the Rockets their fourth straight loss.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
After Butler leaves, Adebayo lifts Heat over Wizards 100-89
WASHINGTON (AP) — Playing most of the second half without Jimmy Butler after he headed to the locker room, the Miami Heat took full advantage of Bam Adebayo's 27 points and 14 rebounds to stop a four-game road losing streak and edge the Washington Wizards 100-89 on Sunday night.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Schroder's late layup lifts Thunder over Celtics 105-104
BOSTON (AP) — Until Sunday, the Oklahoma City Thunder hadn't had to worry about figuring out how to play without leading scorer Shai Gilgeous-Alexander.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Red Wings earn elusive win over Lightning, 5-4 in shootout
DETROIT (AP) — Robby Fabbri scored the winning goal in a shootout to lift the Detroit Red Wings over Tampa Bay 5-4 on Sunday, snapping a 16-game losing streak against the Lightning in the regular season.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
No. 6 Maryland rolls past Buckeyes to capture Big Ten crown
INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — Maryland point guard Ashley Owusu put together a perfect postseason record in high school.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
No. 16 Mich St tops No. 19 Ohio St 80-69, shares B10 title
EAST LANSING, Mich. (AP) — Cassius Winston kissed Michigan State's logo in the middle of its basketball court, following the school's quarter-century long tradition toward the end of his last game at the Breslin Center.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Holiday has 37 points help Pelicans top Timberwolves 120-107
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — The New Orleans Pelicans have perked up since the debut of Zion Williamson.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
LeBron & Co. snap Clippers' streak at 6 with 112-103 victory
LOS ANGELES (AP) — LeBron James closed out a weekend to remember. First, he outdueled Giannis Antetokounmpo and the Milwaukee Bucks in a match-up of NBA conference leaders. Then he kept the Los Angeles Lakers rolling with a victory over the streaking Clippers.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
No. 5 UConn beats USF to advance to 7th straight AAC final.
UNCASVILLE, Conn. (AP) — UConn played smothering defense against South Florida for the second time in less than a week to earn a shot at a seventh consecutive American Athletic Tournament title.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Homesley, Cuffee lead Liberty past Lipscomb, 73-57
LYNCHBURG, Va. (AP) — Liberty is headed to the NCAA Tournament for the second year in a row, but there is a big difference between them making it last year and doing it again.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Hurricanes hammer listless Penguins 6-2
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Morgan Geekie didn't have time to think.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
No. 9 Maryland tops No. 25 Michigan for Big Ten title share
COLLEGE PARK, Md. (AP) — Each member of the Maryland basketball team took turns gripping the trophy awarded to the Big Ten Conference champions. They wore bright red hats boasting their accomplishment, and they proudly
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
No. 1 Gamecocks take SEC title, beat No. 9 Bulldogs 76-62
GREENVILLE, S.C. (AP) — “Mad Kiki” is a believer in South Carolina at last.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
No fans, no fun: Athletes uneasy over empty-arena solutions
SCOTTSDALE, Ariz. (AP) — As U.S. sports leagues weigh whether to bar fans from ballparks and stadiums to help stall the coronavirus outbreak, San Francisco Giants pitcher Jeff Samardzija is one of the few players who can tell them exactly what that feels like.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Amid celebrations and protests, Bayern takes 4-point lead
BERLIN (AP) — First came the celebrations, then the protests.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
No. 9 Maryland tops No. 25 Michigan 83-70
COLLEGE PARK, Md. (AP) — Anthony Cowan Jr. had 20 points and eight assists in his final home game at Maryland, and the ninth-ranked Terrapins beat No. 25 Michigan 83-70 on Sunday to earn a share of the Big Ten regular-season title.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
No. 10 NC State women win 1st ACC tourney title in 29 years
GREENSBORO, N.C. (AP) — Aislinn Konig and her 10th-ranked North Carolina State teammates weren't even born the last time the Wolfpack won the Atlantic Coast Conference Tournament championship.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Jazz withstand Detroit rallies in 111-105 win
DETROIT (AP) — Bojan Bogdanovic scored 32 points and the Utah Jazz withstood two big Detroit rallies to beat the Pistons 111-105 on Saturday night for their fifth straight victory.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Reaves 41 points, last FG for Oklahoma in 78-76 win at TCU
FORT WORTH, Texas (AP) — The final play was drawn up for Austin Reaves, and the Oklahoma guard made one more shot to give the Sooners a victory in the final half-second of the regular season.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Ricketts, Whitecaps ruin Chicharito's home debut with Galaxy
CARSON, Calif. (AP) — Tosaint Ricketts and the Vancouver Whitecaps spoiled Javier “Chicharito” Hernandez's home debut with the LA Galaxy.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Smaller crowd for Seattle's 1st major event since outbreak
SEATTLE (AP) — Four months ago, Occidental Park, a couple of blocks north of CenturyLink Field, was crammed with thousands of Seattle Sounders fans clad in green and blue marching to the stadium. They sang, they set off smoke bombs and a few hours later celebrated the Sounders winning their …
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Dolberg nets injury-time winner as Nice beats Monaco 2-1
PARIS (AP) — Striker Kasper Dolberg scored the winner in the third minute of injury time as Nice rallied to beat Monaco 2-1 in the French league on Saturday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
No. 3 Dayton buries GW in season finale, looks to postseason
DAYTON, Ohio (AP) — Dayton put the lid on a historic regular season by cutting down the nets as runaway Atlantic 10 Conference champions.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Blues-Blackhawks game on NBCSN to feature all-female crew
Kaitlin Urka’s goal of having an all-female crew work an NHL game will become a reality on Sunday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Tierney's OT goal lifts Senators over Sharks 2-1
SAN JOSE, Calif. (AP) — Chris Tierney scored 35 seconds into overtime against his former team after missing an earlier chance on a penalty shot, and the Ottawa Senators earned their fourth win in five games by beating the San Jose Sharks 2-1 on Saturday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Capitals strike early, thrash Penguins 5-2
PITTSBURGH (AP) — The playoffs are still a month away. It just feels like they've already started for the Washington Capitals.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Phillies see potential to turn rotation into a strength
CLEARWATER, Fla. (AP) — For the Philadelphia Phillies to compete in a tough division, they need better starting pitching.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Luongo's No. 1 jersey goes to the Panthers' rafters
SUNRISE, Fla. (AP) — Roberto Luongo wore the No. 1 jersey primarily because he thought the number signified being the best at everything.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
US Soccer, women's players at odds over `equal pay' offer
NEW YORK (AP) — The U.S. Soccer Federation says it has offered the women's national team equal pay to male counterparts for matches under USSF control but maintains the women want bonuses for tournaments such as the World Cup to match those of the men.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
No. 1 Gamecocks reach SEC finals, beat No. 25 Arkansas 90-64
GREENVILLE, S.C. (AP) — South Carolina coach Dawn Staley had a message for her team, on its heels in the third and struggling to blunt another major Arkansas comeback at the SEC Tournament.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Signed off: MLB limits spring autographs amid virus outbreak
SCOTTSDALE, Ariz. (AP) — A baseball fan's treasure trove sat on a table outside the San Francisco Giants clubhouse Saturday morning — hundreds of baseball cards signed by the franchise's biggest stars.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Barco, Pity Martinez lead Atlanta United past Cincinnati 2-1
ATLANTA (AP) — With Josef Martinez cheering on his teammates from a luxury box, Atlanta United passed its first test since losing one of Major League Soccer's most dynamic players.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Baldwin has career-best 36, Butler rallies over Xavier 72-71
CINCINNATI (AP) — Everyone knew Kamar Baldwin would take the final shot. The only question was whether he'd drive to the basket and try to tie, or take another from long range and go for the win.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Virus may have US sports leagues cutting locker-room access
MIAMI (AP) — The NBA, NHL, Major League Baseball and Major League Soccer are all weighing plans to restrict access to locker rooms as a precaution to protect players from exposure to the coronavirus, as concern over the situation continued escalating Saturday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
No. 9 Bulldogs beat Kentucky 77-59, return to SEC finals
GREENVILLE, S.C. (AP) — Mississippi State's Jordan Danberry knows her team has started slowly so far at the SEC Tournament. She also knows that can't happen next time out.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Messi's late goal puts Barcelona back on top in Spain
MADRID (AP) — With some late help from video review and another decisive goal by Lionel Messi, Barcelona made it back to the top of the Spanish league on Saturday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
No. 11 Creighton tops Seton Hall for share of Big East title
OMAHA, Neb. (AP) — This wasn't the year anyone, including Creighton's coaches and players, would have expected a Big East championship banner hung at CHI Health Center.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Ricketts, Whitecaps ruin Chicharito's home debut with Galaxy
CARSON, Calif. (AP) — Tosaint Ricketts and the Vancouver Whitecaps spoiled Javier “Chicharito” Hernandez's home debut with the LA Galaxy.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
US Soccer, women's players at odds over `equal pay' offer
NEW YORK (AP) — The U.S. Soccer Federation says it has offered the women's national team equal pay to male counterparts for matches under USSF control but maintains the women want bonuses for tournaments such as the World Cup to match those of the men.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Ricketts, Whitecaps ruin Chicharito's Galaxy home debut
CARSON, Calif. (AP) — Tosaint Ricketts scored in the 74th minute to give the Vancouver Whitecaps a 1-0 victory over LA Galaxy and spoil Javier “Chicharito” Hernandez's home debut Saturday night.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Baldwin has career-best 36, Butler rallies over Xavier 72-71
CINCINNATI (AP) — Everyone knew Kamar Baldwin would take the final shot. The only question was whether he'd drive to the basket and try to tie, or take another from long range and go for the win.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Tierney's OT goal lifts Senators over Sharks 2-1
SAN JOSE, Calif. (AP) — Chris Tierney scored 35 seconds into overtime against his former team after missing an earlier chance on a penalty shot, and the Ottawa Senators earned their fourth win in five games by beating the San Jose Sharks 2-1 on Saturday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Smaller crowd for Seattle's 1st major event since outbreak
SEATTLE (AP) — Four months ago, Occidental Park, a couple of blocks north of CenturyLink Field, was crammed with thousands of Seattle Sounders fans clad in green and blue marching to the stadium. They sang, they set off smoke bombs and a few hours later celebrated the Sounders winning their …
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Tierney's OT goal leads Senators past Sharks 2-1
SAN JOSE, Calif. (AP) — Chris Tierney scored 35 seconds into overtime after missing an earlier chance on a penalty shot, and the Ottawa Senators earned their fourth win in five games by beating the San Jose Sharks 2-1 on Saturday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
No. 9 Bulldogs beat Kentucky 77-59, return to SEC finals
GREENVILLE, S.C. (AP) — Mississippi State's Jordan Danberry knows her team has started slowly so far at the SEC Tournament. She also knows that can't happen next time out.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Jazz withstand Detroit rallies in 111-105 win
DETROIT (AP) — Bojan Bogdanovic scored 32 points and the Utah Jazz withstood two big Detroit rallies to beat the Pistons 111-105 on Saturday night for their fifth straight victory.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
US Soccer Federation, women's players at odds over equal pay
NEW YORK (AP) — The U.S. Soccer Federation says it has offered the women's national team equal pay to male counterparts for matches under USSF control but maintains the women want bonuses for tournaments such as the World Cup to match those of the men.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
No. 3 Dayton buries GW in season finale, looks to postseason
DAYTON, Ohio (AP) — Dayton put the lid on a historic regular season by cutting down the nets as runaway Atlantic 10 Conference champions.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Barco, Pity Martinez lead Atlanta United past Cincinnati 2-1
ATLANTA (AP) — With Josef Martinez cheering on his teammates from a luxury box, Atlanta United passed its first test since losing one of Major League Soccer's most dynamic players.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Reaves 41 points, last FG for Oklahoma in 78-76 win at TCU
FORT WORTH, Texas (AP) — The final play was drawn up for Austin Reaves, and the Oklahoma guard made one more shot to give the Sooners a victory in the final half-second of the regular season.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Clark hits 3 to lift No. 22 Virginia past No. 10 Louisville
CHARLOTTESVILLE, Va. (AP) — Kihei Clark is making a habit of late-game heroics for No. 22 Virginia, and it couldn't have come at a better time with the postseason looming next.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Senior Vasiljevic seals Miami's 69-65 OT win over Syracuse
CORAL GABLES, Fla. (AP) — Miami Hurricanes senior guard DJ Vasiljevic launched the final shot of his home career and triumphantly raised his fist even before the ball swished through the net.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
USSF offers women same pay as men for matches it controls
NEW YORK (AP) — The U.S. Soccer Federation says it has offered the women's national team equal pay to male counterparts for matches under USSF control but maintains the women want bonuses for tournaments such as the World Cup to match those of the men.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Virus may have US sports leagues cutting locker-room access
MIAMI (AP) — The NBA, NHL, Major League Baseball and Major League Soccer are all weighing plans to restrict access to locker rooms as a precaution to protect players from exposure to the coronavirus, as concern over the situation continued escalating Saturday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
No. 1 Gamecocks reach SEC finals, beat No. 25 Arkansas 90-64
GREENVILLE, S.C. (AP) — South Carolina coach Dawn Staley had a message for her team, on its heels in the third and struggling to blunt another major Arkansas comeback at the SEC Tournament.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Luongo's No. 1 jersey goes to the Panthers' rafters
SUNRISE, Fla. (AP) — Roberto Luongo wore the No. 1 jersey primarily because he thought the number signified being the best at everything.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Dziagwa's 19 points lead Oklahoma State over Texas 81-59
AUSTIN, Texas (AP) — Thomas Dziagwa and Cameron McGriff each scored 19 points and Oklahoma State ended Texas' late-season surge with an 81-59 win Saturday, delivering a tough blow to Longhorns' chances to make the NCAA Tournament and raising new questions about Shaka Smart's future beyond this season.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Wong, Vasiljevic lead Miami past Syracuse 69-65 in overtime
CORAL GABLES, Fla. (AP) — Isaiah Wong scored 18 points, including a key 3-pointer in overtime, and the Miami Hurricanes made all six free throws in the extra period to beat Syracuse 69-65 on Saturday.
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Seattle set for 1st major sports event since virus outbreak
SEATTLE (AP) — How sports fans in Seattle respond to being in the epicenter of the coronavirus outbreak in the United States gets its first test on Saturday night.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Clark hit 3 to lift No. 22 Virginia past No. 10 Louisville
CHARLOTTESVILLE, Va. (AP) — Kihei Clark is making a habit of late-game heroics for No. 22 Virginia, and it couldn't have come at a better time with the postseason looming next.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
No. 10 NC State women defeat BC 82-75 to reach ACC finals
GREENSBORO, N.C. (AP) — Coach Wes Moore knows what a huge boost it would be for the North Carolina State women's basketball program to win its first Atlantic Coast Conference Tournament championship in 29 years.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Virus may have pro leagues cutting locker-room access
MIAMI (AP) — The NBA, NHL, Major League Baseball and Major League Soccer are all weighing plans to restrict access to locker rooms as a precaution to protect players from exposure to the coronavirus, as concern over the situation continued escalating Saturday.
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No. 5 UConn routs Temple, begins run at 7th AAC title in row
UNCASVILLE, Conn. (AP) — UConn's two freshmen didn't seem to be affected by the pressure of their first postseason game.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Phillies see potential to turn rotation into a strength
CLEARWATER, Fla. (AP) — For the Philadelphia Phillies to compete in a tough division, they need better starting pitching.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Mathews, USC snap UCLA's 7-game streak on last-second 3
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Jonah Mathews envisioned the possibilities in his head the night before: becoming USC's career 3-point shooting leader, beating UCLA in his final home game as a senior, hitting the winning shot.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
No. 22 FSU upsets No. 4 Louisville 62-60 to reach ACC finals
GREENSBORO, N.C. (AP) — Florida State coach Sue Semrau knew there was no way her team was going to surprise No. 4 Louisville again, especially after upsetting the Cardinals on the road last month.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
No. 11 Creighton tops Seton Hall for share of Big East title
OMAHA, Neb. (AP) — This wasn't the year anyone, including Creighton's coaches and players, would have expected a Big East championship banner hung at CHI Health Center.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Blues-Blackhawks game on NBCSN to feature all-female crew
Kaitlin Urka’s goal of having an all-female crew work an NHL game will become a reality on Sunday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
No. 6 Kentucky expects Ashton Hagans back for SEC Tournament
GAINESVILLE, Fla. (AP) — Kentucky point guard Ashton Hagans apparently needed some time away. Coach John Calipari obliged.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Dolberg nets injury-time winner as Nice beats Monaco 2-1
PARIS (AP) — Striker Kasper Dolberg scored the winner in the third minute of injury time as Nice rallied to beat Monaco 2-1 in the French league on Saturday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
No. 10 NC State defeats BC 82-75 to reach ACC finals
GREENSBORO, N.C. (AP) — Aislinn Konig and Jada Boyd each scored 16 points, and No. 10 North Carolina State defeated Boston College 82-75 on Saturday to reach the Atlantic Coast Conference Tournament championship game.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
UConn routs Temple to begin run at 7th straight AAC title
UNCASVILLE, Conn. (AP) — Crystal Dangerfield scored 22 points to lead six UConn players in double-figures and the Huskies began their run at a seventh consecutive American Athletic Conference Tournament title with a 94-61 rout of Temple in the quarterfinals.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Capitals strike early, thrash Penguins 5-2
PITTSBURGH (AP) — The playoffs are still a month away. It just feels like they've already started for the Washington Capitals.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
White Sox LH Bummer looking to build on last season
GLENDALE, Ariz. (AP) — When Aaron Bummer looks back on his rise from 19th-round draft pick to key reliever for the Chicago White Sox, one day in particular stands out.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Signed off: MLB limits spring autographs amid virus outbreak
SCOTTSDALE, Ariz. (AP) — A baseball fan's treasure trove sat on a table outside the San Francisco Giants clubhouse Saturday morning — hundreds of baseball cards signed by the franchise's biggest stars.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
AP sources: Virus may see leagues cutting locker-room access
MIAMI (AP) — Four major U.S. sports leagues are having discussions about whether to restrict access to locker rooms as a precaution to protect players from exposure to the coronavirus, two people with knowledge of the situation told The Associated Press on Saturday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
WVU beats No. 4 Baylor, denies Bears chance at league title
MORGANTOWN, W.Va. (AP) — Emmitt Matthews ended a long slump to give West Virginia a much-needed boost heading into the postseason.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Capitals strike early, thrash Penguins 7-2
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Nic Dowd scored twice for the first multigoal game of his career, Braden Holtby stopped 26 shots and the Washington Capitals dominated the Pittsburgh Penguins 5-2 on Saturday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Messi's late goal puts Barcelona back on top in Spain
MADRID (AP) — With some late help from video review and another decisive goal by Lionel Messi, Barcelona made it back to the top of the Spanish league on Saturday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
No. 6 Kentucky rallies from 18 down, stuns Florida 71-70
GAINESVILLE, Fla. (AP) — Kentucky coach John Calipari went around the locker room at halftime and picked on just about everyone. His harshest criticism was directed toward star forward Nick Richards.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
No. 22 FSU beats No. 4 Louisville 62-60 to reach ACC finals
GREENSBORO, N.C. (AP) — Florida State coach Sue Semrau knew there was no way her team was going to surprise No. 4 Louisville again, especially after upsetting the Cardinals on the road last month.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
No. 24 Badgers clinch share of Big 10 title, beat Indiana
BLOOMINGTON, Ind. (AP) — Brad Davison and a bunch of Wisconsin players jumped around as the buzzer sounded Saturday, celebrating the end of a five-year Big Ten title drought.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Hoops, hope: Cavaliers listen, learn during visit to prison
GRAFTON, Ohio (AP) — Andre Drummond and his teammates leaned in and listened intently as if they were in a huddle during a timeout in the frantic closing seconds of a playoff game.
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Doughty makes 8 3s as No. 17 Auburn beats Tennessee 85-63
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — The Auburn Tigers played their best game of the season on Saturday, reminding coach Bruce Pearl of how they played a year ago in turning in the best postseason in program history.
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Virus causes canceled events, empty stadiums worldwide
DÜSSELDORF, Germany (AP) — The escalating virus outbreak brought more disruption to the sporting world on Saturday, with games canceled or played without spectators and news of possible quarantine for some athletes.
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No. 6 Kentucky without point guard Ashton Hagans at Florida
GAINESVILLE, Fla. (AP) — No. 6 Kentucky will be without starting point guard Ashton Hagans at Florida on Saturday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
White Sox announce $70M, 5-year deal with Yoán Moncada
MESA, Ariz. (AP) — Yoán Moncada was asked by his agents what he wanted to do. He said his preference was to stay with the Chicago White Sox.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
1st trial in Swiss FIFA investigation opens in court Monday
GENEVA (AP) — Five years into a sprawling investigation of soccer corruption, the first courtroom trial in Switzerland is due to begin on Monday in a 2006 World Cup fraud case.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Florida chasing SEC tourney seed against No. 6 Kentucky
Here are some things to watch as the Southeastern Conference concludes the regular season:
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LeBrilliant: James' 37 points lead Lakers past Bucks 113-103
LOS ANGELES (AP) — LeBron James has repeatedly insisted he doesn't care about winning another MVP award. He knows almost nobody outside the Los Angeles Lakers' locker room thinks he'll beat Giannis Antetokounmpo for the honor.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
NCAA hoops game in Baltimore held in empty gym for COVID-19
BALTIMORE (AP) — In what was believed to be the first U.S. sports event held without fans because of the new coronavirus, Yeshiva University beat Worcester Polytechnic Institute in a Division III men's basketball NCAA Tournament game Friday in an empty gym at Johns Hopkins University.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Sabonis dominates, Pacers hang on to beat Bulls 108-102
CHICAGO (AP) — Domantas Sabonis dominated with 24 points and 12 rebounds, and the Indiana Pacers hung on to beat the Chicago Bulls 108-102 on Friday night.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Marseille striker Benedetto wears swim cap after head injury
Marseille striker Dario Benedetto came off the field with blood pouring from a head wound, and went back on wearing a swimming cap in his side's 2-2 home draw against struggling Amiens on Friday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Ducks deal Maple Leafs 3rd straight loss, 2-1
ANAHEIM, Calif. (AP) — John Gibson picked up his fifth straight 20-win season Friday night, but it might have come at a cost.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Chargers, Ekeler agree to 4-year contract extension
COSTA MESA, Calif. (AP) — Austin Ekeler’s breakout season with the Los Angeles Chargers has resulted in a contract extension.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Rebuilt Sporting Kansas City off to hot start to MLS season
KANSAS CITY, Kan. (AP) — When Sporting Kansas City missed the Major League Soccer playoffs for the first time in a decade last season, it left manager Peter Vermes with a little extra time on his hands.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Lakers sign former Heat, Cavs guard Dion Waiters
LOS ANGELES (AP) — The Los Angeles Lakers have signed guard Dion Waiters for their postseason push.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Baynes has career-high 37 points, Suns top Blazers 127-117
PHOENIX (AP) — Aron Baynes scored a career-high 37 points on a career-high nine 3-pointers, Dario Saric added 24 points and the Phoenix Suns beat the Portland Trail Blazers 127-117 on Friday night to snap a four-game losing streak.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Cubs RHP Darvish feeling better after sick day
MESA, Ariz. (AP) — Amid widespread concern about the coronavirus, Chicago Cubs pitcher Yu Darvish decided to be extra careful after he developed a cough this week.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Auburn's Brown, Davidson hoping to share first-round status
AUBURN, Ala. (AP) — Derrick Brown and Marlon Davidson came to Auburn together, shared an apartment and each decided to return for their senior seasons.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
No. 9 Mississippi State beats LSU 79-49 to reach SEC semis
GREENVILLE, S.C. (AP) — Jordan Danberry knew exactly when things turned around for No. 9 Mississippi State in its SEC Tournament opener — when reserve Andra Espinoza-Hunter connected from long range at the end of the first half.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
UCLA on seven-game winning streak, tied for Pac-12 lead
LOS ANGELES (AP) — UCLA is the hottest college basketball team in the country after failing to create a ripple in the early months of the season.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Devils end defending Cup champion Blues' 8-game win streak
NEWARK, N.J. (AP) — The St. Louis Blues' eight-game winning streak came to an end at the hands of a team very few would have expected to beat them.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
LeBrilliant: James' 37 points lead Lakers past Bucks 113-103
LOS ANGELES (AP) — LeBron James had 37 points, eight rebounds and seven assists to win his showdown with fellow All-Star Game captain Giannis Antetokounmpo, and the Los Angeles Lakers beat the Milwaukee Bucks 113-103 on Friday night in a clash of the NBA's conference leaders.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Ducks deal Maple Leafs 3rd straight loss, 2-1
ANAHEIM, Calif. (AP) — John Gibson picked up his fifth straight 20-win season Friday night, but it might have come at a cost.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Baynes has career-high 37 points, Suns top Blazers 127-117
PHOENIX (AP) — Aron Baynes scored a career-high 37 points on a career-high nine 3-pointers, Dario Saric added 24 points and the Phoenix Suns beat the Portland Trail Blazers 127-117 on Friday night to snap a four-game losing streak.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Sabonis dominates, Pacers hang on to beat Bulls 108-102
CHICAGO (AP) — Domantas Sabonis dominated with 24 points and 12 rebounds, and the Indiana Pacers hung on to beat the Chicago Bulls 108-102 on Friday night.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
UCLA on seven-game winning streak, tied for Pac-12 lead
LOS ANGELES (AP) — UCLA is the hottest college basketball team in the country after failing to create a ripple in the early months of the season.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Georgia Tech closes season with 65-62 win at Clemson
CLEMSON, S.C. (AP) — Georgia Tech's finish, both at Clemson and to the season, was enough to move coach Josh Pastner to tears.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Devils end defending Cup champion Blues' 8-game win streak
NEWARK, N.J. (AP) — The St. Louis Blues' eight-game winning streak came to an end at the hands of a team very few would have expected to beat them.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Ronaldinho arrested in Paraguay in false passport case
SAO PAULO (AP) — Soccer star Ronaldinho was arrested Friday night in a hotel in Paraguay's capital after authorities said he entered the country with falsified documents.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
No. 9 Mississippi State beats LSU 79-49 to reach SEC semis
GREENVILLE, S.C. (AP) — Jordan Danberry knew exactly when things turned around for No. 9 Mississippi State in its SEC Tournament opener — when reserve Andra Espinoza-Hunter connected from long range at the end of the first half.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Marseille striker Benedetto wears swim cap after head injury
Marseille striker Dario Benedetto came off the field with blood pouring from a head wound, and went back on wearing a swimming cap in his side's 2-2 home draw against struggling Amiens on Friday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Auburn's Brown, Davidson hoping to share first-round status
AUBURN, Ala. (AP) — Derrick Brown and Marlon Davidson came to Auburn together, shared an apartment and each decided to return for their senior seasons.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Chargers, Ekeler agree to 4-year contract extension
COSTA MESA, Calif. (AP) — Austin Ekeler’s breakout season with the Los Angeles Chargers has resulted in a contract extension.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
1st trial in Swiss FIFA investigation opens in court Monday
GENEVA (AP) — Five years into a sprawling investigation of soccer corruption, the first courtroom trial in Switzerland is due to begin on Monday in a 2006 World Cup fraud case.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Cubs RHP Darvish feeling better after sick day
MESA, Ariz. (AP) — Amid widespread concern about the coronavirus, Chicago Cubs pitcher Yu Darvish decided to be extra careful after he developed a cough this week.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Lakers sign former Heat, Cavs guard Dion Waiters
LOS ANGELES (AP) — The Los Angeles Lakers have signed guard Dion Waiters for their postseason push.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
NCAA hoops game in Baltimore held in empty gym for COVID-19
BALTIMORE (AP) — In what was believed to be the first U.S. sports event held without fans because of the new coronavirus, Yeshiva University beat Worcester Polytechnic Institute in a Division III men's basketball NCAA Tournament game Friday in an empty gym at Johns Hopkins University.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Rebuilt Sporting Kansas City off to hot start to MLS season
KANSAS CITY, Kan. (AP) — When Sporting Kansas City missed the Major League Soccer playoffs for the first time in a decade last season, it left manager Peter Vermes with a little extra time on his hands.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
No. 6 Maryland women top Purdue 74-62 in Big Ten Tournament
INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — Taylor Mikesell excelled outside the arc. Inside the paint, that's where Stephanie Jones and Shakira Austin ruled.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
White Sox announce $70M, 5-year deal with Yoán Moncada
MESA, Ariz. (AP) — Yoán Moncada was asked by his agents what he wanted to do. He said his preference was to stay with the Chicago White Sox.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
No. 1 South Carolina women rout Georgia 89-56 in SEC tourney
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — It's great having young talent. It's even nicer, South Carolina coach Dawn Staley says, when you've got some experience to lead the way, too.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
White Soc announce $70M, 5-year deal with Yoán Moncada
MESA, Ariz. (AP) — The Chicago White Sox announced their $70 million, five-year contract with Yoán Moncada on Friday,
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
UCLA on seven-game winning streak and leading Pac-12 race
LOS ANGELES (AP) — UCLA is the hottest college basketball team in the country after failing to create a ripple in the early months of the season.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Roberto Luongo's jersey set to be retired by Panthers
SUNRISE, Fla. (AP) — When the Florida Panthers were deciding whether the time was right to retire Roberto Luongo’s number, the initial vote was not unanimous.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
UConn's Walker, Auriemma are AAC player, coach of the year
UNCASVILLE, Conn. (AP) — UConn junior Megan Walker was named American Athletic Conference Player of the Year on Friday, an award won by a Huskies player in each of the league's seven seasons.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Florida chasing SEC tourney seed against No. 6 Kentucky
Here are some things to watch as the Southeastern Conference concludes the regular season:
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Vital leads UConn to 77-71 win over Houston on senior night
STORRS, Conn. (AP) — UConn hasn't played in a postseason tournament in four years.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Forsberg, Duchene score PP goals as Preds shut out Stars 2-0
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — The Nashville Predators just missed the tornado that ripped through Music City not far from their arena, flying out of town for a road game.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Bryce Harper already in midseason form for Phillies
CLEARWATER, Fla. (AP) — Bryce Harper launched an opposite-field shot for his third homer in two days, prompting a few fans to yell "M-V-P" as he circled the bases.
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Zibanejad scores 5 goals to lead Rangers past Caps in OT
NEW YORK (AP) — The puck kept finding Mika Zibanejad — and he kept burying them in the back of the net.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
No. 2 Baylor women beat Texas for 58th Big 12 win in a row
WACO, Texas (AP) — No. 2 Baylor isn't finished with the regular season, even with its 10th consecutive Big 12 title already in hand.
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No. 19 Ohio State rallies to beat No. 23 Illinois 71-63
COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) — With one of Ohio State's key big men out with an ankle injury, freshman E.J. Liddell stepped in and played his best game as a Buckeye so far.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Streaking Spartans looking for 3rd straight Big Ten title
What to watch in the Big Ten this week:
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AP Source: Angels' visiting clubbie fired for ball-doctoring
ANAHEIM, Calif. (AP) — The Los Angeles Angels have fired longtime visiting clubhouse manager Brian “Bubba” Harkins for allegedly aiding opposing pitchers in obtaining illegal substances to put on baseballs, a person familiar with the decision told The Associated Press on Thursday night.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
MLB reminding teams about sticky substance rules
MESA, Ariz. (AP) — Gaylord Perry threw a spitball. Joe Niekro had an emery board and a piece of sandpaper. Whitey Ford used his wedding ring.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Together at last: Timbers reunite the Chara brothers
PORTLAND, Ore. (AP) — If they didn't play different positions, it would be difficult to tell the Chara brothers apart on the field.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Cubs' Happ says minor league stay made him better
MESA, Ariz. (AP) — Ian Happ was a top prospect. Then he had a very uncertain future after he was sent down to the minors again. Then he made his way back to the Chicago Cubs.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
AP sources: White Sox, Moncada agree to $70M, 5-year deal
MESA, Ariz. (AP) — The Chicago White Sox have agreed to a $70 million, five-year contract with Yoán Moncada, locking up another one of their promising young hitters.
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No. 25 Michigan beats Nebraska 82-58 with Beilein on hand
ANN ARBOR, Mich. (AP) — Zavier Simpson and Jon Teske got a nice surprise for their final home game at Michigan.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Washington rallies for rare Pac-12 win, beating Arizona St.
TEMPE, Ariz. (AP) — Nahziah Carter sized up the 3-pointer and never hesitated, letting it fly with confidence. Washington hasn't been able to finish many games for wins during a frustrating season but this time it was different.
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Stephen Curry set to return for Warriors against Raptors
SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — Stephen Curry is confident he has put his left hand through every possible test aside from actually getting into an NBA game.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Streaking Flyers beat Carolina 4-1 for 8th straight win
PHILADELPHIA (AP) — The label has a nice ring to it around Philly: The first-place Flyers.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Oakley empathizes with Spike Lee over treatment at MSG
Spike Lee bailed on his New York Knicks' courtside seat for the rest of the season. Maybe he can commiserate with former Knicks enforcer Charles Oakley, anywhere but inside Madison Square Garden.
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Siena rolling at home and on road as March Madness looms
ALBANY, N.Y. (AP) — Six weeks ago, Carmen Maciariello's first year as head coach at Siena was a split season — his Saints were unbeaten at home and winless on the road.
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Kings come through in shootout for 1-0 win over Maple Leafs
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Anze Kopitar and Adrian Kempe scored in the shootout, and the Los Angeles Kings beat the Toronto Maple Leafs 1-0 Thursday night for their fourth consecutive victory.
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Jamal Murray hits late jumper to lift Nuggets past Hornets
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) — Denver Nuggets guard Jamal Murray took to Twitter after a 16-point loss to Golden State on Tuesday night, vowing to be better.
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Kawhi Leonard has 25 points, Clippers rout Rockets 120-105
HOUSTON (AP) — Kawhi Leonard scored 25 points and the Los Angeles Clippers rolled over the Houston Rockets 120-105 on Thursday night for their sixth straight victory.
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Athletic sets up Copa final against Basque rival Sociedad
MADRID (AP) — For the first time in more than a century, a Basque derby will decide the Copa del Rey.
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Kings come through in shootout for 1-0 win over Maple Leafs
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Anze Kopitar and Adrian Kempe scored in the shootout, and the Los Angeles Kings beat the Toronto Maple Leafs 1-0 Thursday night for their fourth consecutive victory.
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AP Source: Angels' visiting clubbie fired for ball-doctoring
ANAHEIM, Calif. (AP) — The Los Angeles Angels have fired longtime visiting clubhouse manager Brian “Bubba” Harkins for allegedly aiding opposing pitchers in obtaining illegal substances to put on baseballs, a person familiar with the decision told The Associated Press on Thursday night.
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Washington rallies for rare Pac-12 win, beating Arizona St.
TEMPE, Ariz. (AP) — Nahziah Carter sized up the 3-pointer and never hesitated, letting it fly with confidence. Washington hasn't been able to finish many games for wins during a frustrating season but this time it was different.
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No. 2 Baylor women beat Texas for 58th Big 12 win in a row
WACO, Texas (AP) — No. 2 Baylor isn't finished with the regular season, even with its 10th consecutive Big 12 title already in hand.
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Kawhi Leonard has 25 points, Clippers rout Rockets 120-105
HOUSTON (AP) — Kawhi Leonard scored 25 points and the Los Angeles Clippers rolled over the Houston Rockets 120-105 on Thursday night for their sixth straight victory.
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Forsberg, Duchene score PP goals as Preds shut out Stars 2-0
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — The Nashville Predators just missed the tornado that ripped through Music City not far from their arena, flying out of town for a road game.
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Zibanejad scores 5 goals to lead Rangers past Caps in OT
NEW YORK (AP) — The puck kept finding Mika Zibanejad — and he kept burying them in the back of the net.
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Streaking Flyers beat Carolina 4-1 for 8th straight win
PHILADELPHIA (AP) — The label has a nice ring to it around Philly: The first-place Flyers.
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Vital leads UConn to 77-71 win over Houston on senior night
STORRS, Conn. (AP) — UConn hasn't played in a postseason tournament in four years.
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Jamal Murray hits late jumper to lift Nuggets past Hornets
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) — Denver Nuggets guard Jamal Murray took to Twitter after a 16-point loss to Golden State on Tuesday night, vowing to be better.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
No. 19 Ohio State rallies to beat No. 23 Illinois 71-63
COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) — With one of Ohio State's key big men out with an ankle injury, freshman E.J. Liddell stepped in and played his best game as a Buckeye so far.
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No. 25 Michigan beats Nebraska 82-58 with Beilein on hand
ANN ARBOR, Mich. (AP) — Zavier Simpson and Jon Teske got a nice surprise for their final home game at Michigan.
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AP sources: White Sox, Moncada agree to $70M, 5-year deal
MESA, Ariz. (AP) — The Chicago White Sox have agreed to a $70 million, five-year contract with Yoán Moncada, locking up another one of their promising young hitters.
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AP source: White Sox INF Moncada agrees to 5-year contract
MESA, Ariz. (AP) — The Chicago White Sox have agreed to a five-year contract with Yoán Moncada, locking up another one of their promising young hitters.
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Cubs' Happ says minor league stay made him better
MESA, Ariz. (AP) — Ian Happ was a top prospect. Then he had a very uncertain future after he was sent down to the minors again. Then he made his way back to the Chicago Cubs.
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Athletic sets up Copa final against Basque rival Sociedad
MADRID (AP) — For the first time in more than a century, a Basque derby will decide the Copa del Rey.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Bryce Harper already in midseason form for Phillies
CLEARWATER, Fla. (AP) — Bryce Harper launched an opposite-field shot for his third homer in two days, prompting a few fans to yell "M-V-P" as he circled the bases.
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Together at last: Timbers reunite the Chara brothers
PORTLAND, Ore. (AP) — If they didn't play different positions, it would be difficult to tell the Chara brothers apart on the field.
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MLB reminding teams about sticky substance rules
MESA, Ariz. (AP) — Gaylord Perry threw a spitball. Joe Niekro had an emery board and a piece of sandpaper. Whitey Ford used his wedding ring.
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Siena rolling at home and on road as March Madness looms
ALBANY, N.Y. (AP) — Six weeks ago, Carmen Maciariello's first year as head coach at Siena was a split season — his Saints were unbeaten at home and winless on the road.
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Versatile Johnson is 'Key' to Florida's late-season surge
GAINESVILLE, Fla. (AP) — Keyontae Johnson is deceptively quick for a power forward. Just ask anyone who’s tried to guard him.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Stephen Curry set to return for Warriors against Raptors
SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — Stephen Curry is confident he has put his left hand through every possible test aside from actually getting into an NBA game.
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Bad news for Dortmund: Mbappé's becoming even more prolific
PARIS (AP) — The bad news for Borussia Dortmund is that Kylian Mbappé is becoming even more prolific for Paris Saint-Germain.
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Texas surging and turning the conversation about Smart
AUSTIN, Texas (AP) — The Texas Longhorns have gone from unwatchable to unbeatable.
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Cleveland's Reyes still smashing baseballs in Cactus League
SCOTTSDALE, Ariz. (AP) — Cleveland's Franmil Reyes strikes out quite a bit and isn't a particularly good defensive outfielder.
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Former Husker lineman now dominant wrestler at small college
SEWARD, Neb. (AP) — Tanner Farmer just wants to be another guy on the Concordia University wrestling team, and for the most part he is.
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Rendon, Betts, Cole among baseball's big offseason movers
Anthony Rendon won a World Series in Washington and then left the Nationals to join Mike Trout and Albert Pujols with the Los Angeles Angels. Gerrit Cole went to the New York Yankees to try to put them over the top.
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Luckless Werder Bremen running out of time in Bundesliga
BERLIN (AP) — Werder Bremen coach Florian Kohfeldt just isn’t having any luck at the moment.
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Platini loses FIFA ban appeal at European human rights court
GENEVA (AP) — Michel Platini has lost his appeal at the European Court of Human Rights to overturn a four-year ban from soccer for taking a $2 million payment from FIFA.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Hoosiers earn crucial victory, 72-67, sweep Golden Gophers
BLOOMINGTON, Ind. (AP) — Joey Brunk spent most of Wednesday night fighting and scrapping against one of the Big Ten's top post players.
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Locke's 3s help Gators take control late to beat Dogs 66-54
ATHENS, Ga. (AP) — If defense is the measuring stick, Florida is peaking just in time for the postseason.
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Texas A&M holds on, upsets No. 17 Auburn 78-75
AUBURN, Ala. (AP) — Texas A&M didn't let Auburn pull off another improbable comeback win.
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NBA-leading Bucks bounce back from loss to rout Pacers
MILWAUKEE (AP) — The Milwaukee Bucks have the NBA’s best record in part by avoiding slumps.
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AP source: Panthers trading Turner to Chargers for Okung
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) — A person with knowledge of the deal tells The Associated Press that the Carolina Panthers have agreed to acquire two-time Pro Bowl left tackle Russell Okung from the Los Angeles Chargers for five-time Pro Bowl guard Trai Turner.
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No. 22 Virginia wins another close one, beating Miami 46-44
CORAL GABLES, Fla. (AP) — The Virginia Cavaliers won another close one. This time, they had help.
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Rakell scores late in OT, Ducks beat Avalanche 4-3
DENVER (AP) — Rickard Rakell didn't need a clock to tell him how much time remained as he skated up the ice.
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No. 11 Creighton lets 3s fly in 91-76 win over Georgetown
OMAHA, Neb. (AP) — Mitch Ballock was all but invisible the last time Creighton played Georgetown. You couldn't miss him Wednesday night.
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Real Sociedad reaches 1st Copa del Rey final in 32 years
MADRID (AP) — Real Sociedad defeated second-division club Mirandés 1-0 Wednesday to reach the Copa del Rey final for the first time in more than three decades.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Thunder blow lead, but outlast Pistons 114-107
DETROIT (AP) — Danilo Gallinari made a crucial 3-pointer in the final minute, and the Oklahoma City Thunder beat the Detroit Pistons 114-107 on Wednesday night despite blowing a 16-point second-half lead.
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Yelich stays quiet amid reports of new contract with Brewers
PHOENIX (AP) — Christian Yelich is staying quiet when it comes to his contract situation with the Milwaukee Brewers.
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Buried in avalanche, snowboarder recovers and eyes Olympics
VAIL, Colo. (AP) — A recurring dream frequently woke snowboarder Brock Crouch: Buried alive and unable to move.
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Toppin scores 20, leads No. 3 Dayton to 84-57 win over Rhody
KINGSTON, R.I. (AP) — Obi Toppin's whole family was there to celebrate his birthday with him: mom and dad, grandfather and grandmother, a pair of aunts and some godparents — all wearing shirts that were a mashup of the Dayton and Rhode Island logos.
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Oakley empathizes with Spike Lee over treatment at MSG
Spike Lee bailed on his New York Knicks' courtside seat for the rest of the season. Maybe he can commiserate with former Knicks enforcer Charles Oakley, anywhere but inside Madison Square Garden.
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No. 14 Villanova edges No. 8 Hall; Big East up for grabs
NEWARK, N.J. (AP) — Villanova kept its chances alive for a piece of a sixth Big East Conference regular-season title in seven years by putting No. 8 Seton Hall's title hopes on hold.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Stephen Curry set to return for Warriors on Thursday night
SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — Stephen Curry is scheduled to return from a more than four-month absence with a broken left hand to play for Golden State against the Toronto Raptors on Thursday night.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Mbappé hat trick as PSG routs Lyon to reach French Cup final
Kylian Mbappé's hat trick and Neymar's assured penalty helped Paris Saint-Germain win 5-1 at Lyon on Wednesday to reach a sixth straight French Cup final.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Buried in avalanche, snowboarder recovers and eyes Olympics
VAIL, Colo. (AP) — A recurring dream frequently woke snowboarder Brock Crouch: Buried alive and unable to move.
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Rakell scores late in OT, Ducks beat Avalanche 4-3
DENVER (AP) — Rickard Rakell didn't need a clock to tell him how much time remained as he skated up the ice.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Toppin scores 20, leads No. 3 Dayton to 84-57 win over Rhody
KINGSTON, R.I. (AP) — Obi Toppin's whole family was there to celebrate his birthday with him: mom and dad, grandfather and grandmother, a pair of aunts and some godparents — all wearing shirts that were a mashup of the Dayton and Rhode Island logos.
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No. 22 Virginia wins another close one, beating Miami 46-44
CORAL GABLES, Fla. (AP) — The Virginia Cavaliers won another close one. This time, they had help.
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No. 14 Villanova edges No. 8 Hall; Big East up for grabs
NEWARK, N.J. (AP) — Villanova kept its chances alive for a piece of a sixth Big East Conference regular-season title in seven years by putting No. 8 Seton Hall's title hopes on hold.
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NBA-leading Bucks bounce back from loss to rout Pacers
MILWAUKEE (AP) — The Milwaukee Bucks have the NBA’s best record in part by avoiding slumps.
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No. 11 Creighton lets 3s fly in 91-76 win over Georgetown
OMAHA, Neb. (AP) — Mitch Ballock was all but invisible the last time Creighton played Georgetown. You couldn't miss him Wednesday night.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Texas A&M holds on, upsets No. 17 Auburn 78-75
AUBURN, Ala. (AP) — Texas A&M didn't let Auburn pull off another improbable comeback win.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Thunder blow lead, but outlast Pistons 114-107
DETROIT (AP) — Danilo Gallinari made a crucial 3-pointer in the final minute, and the Oklahoma City Thunder beat the Detroit Pistons 114-107 on Wednesday night despite blowing a 16-point second-half lead.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Stephen Curry set to return for Warriors on Thursday night
SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — Stephen Curry is scheduled to return from a more than four-month absence with a broken left hand to play for Golden State against the Toronto Raptors on Thursday night.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
NBA-leading Bucks bounce back, rout Pacers 119-100
MILWAUKEE (AP) — Giannis Antetokounmpo had 29 points, 12 rebounds and six assists and the Milwaukee Bucks recovered after squandering an early 22-point lead to trounce the Indiana Pacers 119-100 on Wednesday night.
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Hoosiers earn crucial victory, 72-67, sweep Golden Gophers
BLOOMINGTON, Ind. (AP) — Joey Brunk spent most of Wednesday night fighting and scrapping against one of the Big Ten's top post players.
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Locke's 3s help Gators take control late to beat Dogs 66-54
ATHENS, Ga. (AP) — If defense is the measuring stick, Florida is peaking just in time for the postseason.
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AP source: Panthers trading Turner to Chargers for Okung
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) — A person with knowledge of the deal tells The Associated Press that the Carolina Panthers have agreed to acquire two-time Pro Bowl left tackle Russell Okung from the Los Angeles Chargers for five-time Pro Bowl guard Trai Turner.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Year after winning Pac-12, Washington bringing up basement
SEATTLE (AP) — Until just a couple of weeks ago, the only loss on Baylor’s resume had come at the hands of Washington.
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Mbappé hat trick as PSG routs Lyon to reach French Cup final
Kylian Mbappé's hat trick and Neymar's assured penalty helped Paris Saint-Germain win 5-1 at Lyon on Wednesday to reach a sixth straight French Cup final.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Real Sociedad reaches 1st Copa del Rey final in 32 years
MADRID (AP) — Real Sociedad defeated second-division club Mirandés 1-0 Wednesday to reach the Copa del Rey final for the first time in more than three decades.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Donovan starts new chapter as coach of San Diego Loyal
SAN DIEGO (AP) — Landon Donovan didn’t wander far from the soccer field once he finally retired as a player.
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Yelich stays quiet amid reports of new contract with Brewers
PHOENIX (AP) — Christian Yelich is staying quiet when it comes to his contract situation with the Milwaukee Brewers.
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Aces up: Strasburg, Scherzer help younger Nationals pitchers
WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. (AP) — Stephen Strasburg chatted by his locker early in spring training with Wil Crowe — just a World Series MVP and a non-roster invitee for the Washington Nationals plopping themselves on a pair of folding chairs to talk shop during camp's ample idle time.
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NHL keeping close eye on virus, limiting employee travel
BOCA RATON, Fla. (AP) — The NHL is not allowing its employees to make work-related trips outside of North America in response to the global fears over the coronavirus, and if any of those employees go on their own to a country where the virus has been found they will …
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Buffalo Bills promote Leslie Frazier to assistant head coach
ORCHARD PARK, N.Y. (AP) — Buffalo Bills defensive coordinator Leslie Frazier is adding assistant head coach to his job title.
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Jac Collinsworth returning to NBC after 3 years with ESPN
Jac Collinsworth was emerging as a rising star at ESPN, but returning to NBC and being part of its Olympics coverage was too hard to turn down.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Swiss prosecutor disciplined for misconduct in FIFA case
LAUSANNE, Switzerland (AP) — Swiss attorney general Michael Lauber was disciplined Wednesday for misconduct during an investigation of FIFA, including failing to tell the truth about an undisclosed meeting with the soccer body's president Gianni Infantino.
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Growing pains: Krueger, Eakins and McLellan staying positive
Buffalo’s Ralph Krueger, Anaheim’s Dallas Eakins and Los Angeles’ Todd McLellan had no illusions about quick fixes in their first seasons. But in a league that has seen plenty of coaching changes the past couple seasons, all three have remained consistent in their message since training camp in September.
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Leonard scores 25, leads Clippers past Thunder 109-94
OKLAHOMA CITY (AP) — Kawhi Leonard scored 25 points to help the Los Angeles Clippers beat the Oklahoma City Thunder 109-94 on Tuesday night.
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Paschall helps Warriors rally to stun Nuggets 116-100
DENVER (AP) — Eric Paschall scored nine of his 22 points in the fourth quarter, Andrew Wiggins turned in a double-double and the Golden State Warriors rallied to stun the Denver Nuggets 116-100 on Tuesday night.
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Sharks beat Maple Leafs 5-2 for 3rd straight win
SAN JOSE, Calif. (AP) — Evander Kane scored two goals to give the San Jose Sharks their first three-game winning streak since November with a 5-2 victory over the Toronto Maple Leafs on Tuesday night.
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Anthony Davis scores 37, leads Lakers past Sixers 120-107
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Shortly before halftime, 6-foot-10 Anthony Davis coolly dropped a crossover dribble and a Eurostep layup on the 76ers.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Northwestern eyes big things after tying for 1st in Big Ten
EVANSTON, Ill. (AP) — Coming off back-to-back trips to the Sweet 16, Joe McKeown didn't quite grasp the task at hand when he left George Washington to coach Northwestern in 2008.
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Crosby collects 800th assist, Penguins top Senators 7-3
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Sidney Crosby's march to 800 career assists slowed to a crawl in recent weeks. So did his team's momentum after a stirring — if brief — sprint to the top of the Metropolitan Division.
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Hughes scores 28, leads Syracuse to 84-71 victory over BC
BOSTON (AP) — Boston College's best options to slow down Syracuse forward Elijah Hughes were sitting on the bench in street clothes.
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Raptors rally, snap three-game skid by beating Suns 123-114
PHOENIX (AP) — Pascal Siakam scored 33 points, Kyle Lowry added 28 and the Toronto Raptors rallied in the second half for a 123-114 victory over the Phoenix Suns on Tuesday night.
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LeVert scores 51 points, Nets stun Celtics 129-120 in OT
BOSTON (AP) — Kevin Durant called it a masterpiece. The Celtics called it an unacceptable collapse. The Brooklyn Nets were just happy it ended up as a victory.
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Beasley, Russell lead Timberwolves past Pelicans, 139-134
NEW ORLEANS (AP) — Malik Beasley scored 28 points, D'Angelo Russell scored 14 of his 23 points in the second half, and the Minnesota Timberwolves beat the New Orleans Pelicans 139-134 on Tuesday night.
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Fulkerson scores 27, Tennessee stuns No. 6 Kentucky 81-73
LEXINGTON, Ky. (AP) — On the brink of being blown out, Tennessee stuck with the plan against No. 6 Kentucky by creating opportunities and then making them count.
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WCC's Double Trouble. No. 12 Gonzaga has two sets of twins
The Wirth twins at Gonzaga are used to the question: Which one are you?
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At GMs meetings, Oilers' Holland likes where he's at
BOCA RATON, Fla. (AP) — Ken Holland appeared to be in an exceptional mood when he walked out of Day 2 of the NHL general managers' meetings Tuesday afternoon, and it had nothing to do with the balmy weather in South Florida.
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Spurs get Tim Duncan first win as acting head coach
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) — Tim Duncan won more than 1,000 games as an NBA player.
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Another banner, No. 1 seed on line for No. 5 Aztecs in March
SAN DIEGO (AP) — San Diego State forward Yanni Wetzell said he could practically sense when the calendar turned to March.
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Fiala scores in 5th straight game as Wild beat Predators 3-1
ST. PAUL, Minn. (AP) — Kevin Fiala is becoming the top-flight scorer the Minnesota Wild have been lacking for so long.
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Chiasson OT goal, Koskinen 42 saves as Oilers beat Stars 2-1
DALLAS (AP) — Alex Chiasson scored a power-play goal 1:08 into overtime, Mikko Koskinen stopped 42 shots and the Edmonton Oilers beat the Dallas Stars 2-1 on Tuesday night in a matchup of likely Western Conference playoff teams.
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After 2019 slump, Aguilar hopes to bounce back with Marlins
JUPITER, Fla. (AP) — Jesús Aguilar joined the Miami Marlins to repair his swing and restore his confidence.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Oakley empathizes with Spike Lee over treatment at MSG
Spike Lee bailed on his New York Knicks' courtside seat for the rest of the season. Maybe he can commiserate with former Knicks enforcer Charles Oakley, anywhere but inside Madison Square Garden.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
White Sox think CF Robert is headed for stardom
GLENDALE, Ariz. (AP) — Luis Robert's first spring training homer looked like a drive into the gap — right before it flew over the wall in left-center. And the Cuban slugger made it look so easy.
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Rutgers stuns No. 9 Maryland for school record 18th home win
PISCATAWAY, N.J. (AP) — Rutgers has inched a little closer to its first NCAA Tournament berth in almost three decades.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Gallagher helps Canadiens start fast, beat Islanders 6-2
NEW YORK (AP) — Brendan Gallagher had a goal and an assist in Montreal’s three-goal first period, and the Canadiens went on to a 6-2 win over the New York Islanders on Tuesday night.
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Lee's 38 leads Vanderbilt to 87-79 upset of Alabama
TUSCALOOSA, Ala. (AP) — Saben Lee and Vanderbilt ended a day of heartache back home in Nashville with something to celebrate on a basketball court four hours away.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Spurs coach Popovich misses game vs Hornets; Duncan fills in
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) — Spurs coach Gregg Popovich missed Tuesday night's game against the Charlotte Hornets because he is away to attend to personal business.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Suns' Oubre has surgery on knee, out at least 4 weeks
PHOENIX (AP) — Phoenix Suns forward Kelly Oubre Jr. had surgery Tuesday to repair a torn meniscus in his right knee and will miss at least four weeks.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Sharks beat Maple Leafs 5-2 for 3rd straight win
SAN JOSE, Calif. (AP) — Evander Kane scored two goals to give the San Jose Sharks their first three-game winning streak since November with a 5-2 victory over the Toronto Maple Leafs on Tuesday night.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Anthony Davis scores 37, leads Lakers past Sixers 120-107
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Shortly before halftime, 6-foot-10 Anthony Davis coolly dropped a crossover dribble and a Eurostep layup on the 76ers.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Chiasson OT goal, Koskinen 42 saves as Oilers beat Stars 2-1
DALLAS (AP) — Alex Chiasson scored a power-play goal 1:08 into overtime, Mikko Koskinen stopped 42 shots and the Edmonton Oilers beat the Dallas Stars 2-1 on Tuesday night in a matchup of likely Western Conference playoff teams.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Paschall helps Warriors rally to stun Nuggets 116-100
DENVER (AP) — Eric Paschall scored nine of his 22 points in the fourth quarter, Andrew Wiggins turned in a double-double and the Golden State Warriors rallied to stun the Denver Nuggets 116-100 on Tuesday night.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Raptors rally, snap three-game skid by beating Suns 123-114
PHOENIX (AP) — Pascal Siakam scored 33 points, Kyle Lowry added 28 and the Toronto Raptors rallied in the second half for a 123-114 victory over the Phoenix Suns on Tuesday night.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Fulkerson scores 27, Tennessee stuns No. 6 Kentucky 81-73
LEXINGTON, Ky. (AP) — On the brink of being blown out, Tennessee stuck with the plan against No. 6 Kentucky by creating opportunities and then making them count.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Beasley, Russell lead Timberwolves past Pelicans, 139-134
NEW ORLEANS (AP) — Malik Beasley scored 28 points, D'Angelo Russell scored 14 of his 23 points in the second half, and the Minnesota Timberwolves beat the New Orleans Pelicans 139-134 on Tuesday night.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Leonard scores 25, leads Clippers past Thunder 109-94
OKLAHOMA CITY (AP) — Kawhi Leonard scored 25 points to help the Los Angeles Clippers beat the Oklahoma City Thunder 109-94 on Tuesday night.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Lee's 38 leads Vanderbilt to 87-79 upset of Alabama
TUSCALOOSA, Ala. (AP) — Saben Lee and Vanderbilt ended a day of heartache back home in Nashville with something to celebrate on a basketball court four hours away.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
LeVert scores 51 points, Nets stun Celtics 129-120 in OT
BOSTON (AP) — Kevin Durant called it a masterpiece. The Celtics called it an unacceptable collapse. The Brooklyn Nets were just happy it ended up as a victory.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Fiala scores in 5th straight game as Wild beat Predators 3-1
ST. PAUL, Minn. (AP) — Kevin Fiala is becoming the top-flight scorer the Minnesota Wild have been lacking for so long.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Spurs get Tim Duncan first win as acting head coach
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) — Tim Duncan won more than 1,000 games as an NBA player.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Crosby collects 800th assist, Penguins top Senators 7-3
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Sidney Crosby's march to 800 career assists slowed to a crawl in recent weeks. So did his team's momentum after a stirring — if brief — sprint to the top of the Metropolitan Division.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Gallagher helps Canadiens start fast, beat Islanders 6-2
NEW YORK (AP) — Brendan Gallagher had a goal and an assist in Montreal’s three-goal first period, and the Canadiens went on to a 6-2 win over the New York Islanders on Tuesday night.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Northwestern eyes big things after tying for 1st in Big Ten
EVANSTON, Ill. (AP) — Coming off back-to-back trips to the Sweet 16, Joe McKeown didn't quite grasp the task at hand when he left George Washington to coach Northwestern in 2008.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Hughes scores 28, leads Syracuse to 84-71 victory over BC
BOSTON (AP) — Boston College's best options to slow down Syracuse forward Elijah Hughes were sitting on the bench in street clothes.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Rutgers stuns No. 9 Maryland for school record 18th home win
PISCATAWAY, N.J. (AP) — Rutgers has inched a little closer to its first NCAA Tournament berth in almost three decades.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Suns' Oubre has surgery on knee, out at least 4 weeks
PHOENIX (AP) — Phoenix Suns forward Kelly Oubre Jr. had surgery Tuesday to repair a torn meniscus in his right knee and will miss at least four weeks.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
White Sox think CF Robert is headed for stardom
GLENDALE, Ariz. (AP) — Luis Robert's first spring training homer looked like a drive into the gap — right before it flew over the wall in left-center. And the Cuban slugger made it look so easy.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Another banner, No. 1 seed on line for No. 5 Aztecs in March
SAN DIEGO (AP) — San Diego State forward Yanni Wetzell said he could practically sense when the calendar turned to March.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
WCC's Double Trouble. No. 12 Gonzaga has two sets of twins
The Wirth twins at Gonzaga are used to the question: Which one are you?
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
CIAA tourney: Balancing basketball, partying for 75 years
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) — Bobby Vaughan can't help but smile when he thinks about the tradition of the Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association basketball tournament.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Spurs coach Popovich misses game vs Hornets; Duncan fills in
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) — Spurs coach Gregg Popovich missed Tuesday night's game against the Charlotte Hornets because he is away to attend to personal business.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
At GMs meetings, Oilers' Holland likes where he's at
BOCA RATON, Fla. (AP) — Ken Holland appeared to be in an exceptional mood when he walked out of Day 2 of the NHL general managers' meetings Tuesday afternoon, and it had nothing to do with the balmy weather in South Florida.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
After 2019 slump, Aguilar hopes to bounce back with Marlins
JUPITER, Fla. (AP) — Jesús Aguilar joined the Miami Marlins to repair his swing and restore his confidence.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Reynolds' rap; Pirates LF looks to back up breakout 2019
Greg Reynolds can't lift his right arm much these days, the byproduct of years of throwing batting practice to his son Bryan. Still, family is family. Habits are habits. So when Bryan decided to get back to work over the winter following his breakout rookie season with the Pittsburgh Pirates, …
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Ex-Michigan football players join list with sex abuse claims
ANN ARBOR, Mich. (AP) — An attorney announced Tuesday that his firm represents more than a 40 people, including two former football players and an ex-hockey player, in the University of Michigan sexual abuse case.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
South Carolina, Staley confident heading into SEC tourney
GREENVILLE, S.C. (AP) — South Carolina coach Dawn Staley brings more than just the No. 1 ranking, a 23-game win streak and a perfect 16-0 run through the Southeastern Conference into the league tournament this week. Staley has a peace of mind and confidence about how her young team will …
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Basque rivals Athletic and Sociedad try to reach Copa final
MADRID (AP) — Basque Country rivals Real Sociedad and Athletic Bilbao have a chance to reignite one of Spain's fiercest rivalries — if they can both reach the Copa del Rey final for the first time in more than a century.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
First-year USF coach Todd Golden leading Dons his unique way
SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — Those who know Todd Golden best are amazed by his even-keel temperament when facing the most pressure packed of circumstances. He's unflappable on the University of San Francisco sideline, unfazed despite being among the youngest head coaches in the country.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Fast start lets Long Beach State put miserable 2019 behind
On this date one year ago, Long Beach State was 0-10 and on its way to a 14-41 record.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Pass-rusher Ngakoue no longer wants to re-sign with Jaguars
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. (AP) — Firing unbending taskmaster Tom Coughlin was supposed to alleviate concerns some Jacksonville Jaguars had about playing for the oft-mismanaged franchise.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Dieng leads 9 scorers in double figures, Memphis routs Hawks
ATLANTA (AP) — Gorgui Dieng had 17 points and 10 rebounds, leading nine Memphis scorers in double figures, and the Grizzlies pulled away in the second half for a 127-88 win over the cold-shooting Atlanta Hawks on Monday night.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
UConn routs USF to wrap up seventh unbeaten AAC season
HARTFORD, Conn. (AP) — UConn is rounding into familiar form just in time for the postseason.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Draisaitl has 4 goals, 5 points as Oilers beat Predators 8-3
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — Teams don't score five goals in one period very often. Leon Draisaitl found a way to make the night even more memorable.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
No. 23 Buckeyes surge late to beat No. 19 Michigan 77-63
COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) — After slogging through a miserable January, No. 23 Ohio State has won eight of its last 10 games, a surge that culminated in a 77-63 victory over No. 19 Michigan in front of sold-out crowd Sunday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Milan residents banned from cup semifinal at Juventus
ROME (AP) — Residents of Milan will not be allowed to attend the Italian Cup semifinal match between Juventus and AC Milan on Wednesday at Allianz Stadium in Turin as part of anti-virus precautions being taken.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Panic time? Penguins staying patient during unexpected slide
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Mike Sullivan's voice was calm as he urged patience and understanding, qualities that tend to be in short supply around the NHL when the calendar flips to March and the number of regular-season games dwindles.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Zamboni driver unlikely to spur NHL to change goalie rule
BOCA RATON, Fla. (AP) — NHL general managers seem unlikely to suggest changes to the emergency backup goaltender policy, even after 42-year-old Zamboni driver David Ayres became one of the biggest stories of the season by winning a game for Carolina last month.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Avalanche win season-high 7th straight, 2-1 over Red Wings
DETROIT (AP) — Gabriel Landeskog withstood a crunching hit while making a pass that sprung Logan O'Connor for a breakaway goal in the second period, and the Colorado Avalanche beat the Detroit Red Wings 2-1 on Monday night for their seventh straight victory.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Romo remains with CBS after agreeing to long-term contract
Tony Romo will remain with CBS as its top NFL analyst after agreeing to a record extension.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
At 70, Hurricanes' Larranaga says he has no plans to retire
CORAL GABLES, Fla. (AP) — Nearing the end of his 34th season as a college coach, the Miami Hurricanes' Jim Larranaga has no plans to quit anytime soon — or ever.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
White scores 19 as Bulls hold off Doncic, Mavericks 109-107
CHICAGO (AP) — Coby White scored 19 points, Otto Porter Jr. added 18 in his return from a broken left foot and the Chicago Bulls hung on to beat the Dallas Mavericks 109-107 Monday night when Luka Doncic's desperation heave bounced off the rim.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Maryland ties for top in Big Ten with 99-44 win at Minnesota
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — Maryland is surging into March again, this time with a twist.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
OF Luis Robert, INF Carter Kieboom among rookies to watch
CHICAGO (AP) — New York Mets slugger Pete Alonso was the breakout star in an impressive group of major league rookies last summer. Now another wave of young talent is looking to leave its mark on the sport.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Spring practice provides look at Ohio State's future QBs
COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) — The opening of Ohio State’s spring practice Monday began the competition to determine the Buckeyes' likely starting quarterback of the future.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Mistrial declared for ex-football player in NC agents case
HILLSBOROUGH, N.C. (AP) — A judge has declared a mistrial in the case of a former college football player charged with violating North Carolina’s sports agent law nearly a decade ago.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
No. 4 Baylor holds on for 71-68 overtime win over Texas Tech
WACO, Texas (AP) — With the shot clock winding down in overtime and a defender in his face, Baylor guard MaCio Teague quickly stepped back behind the line and hit a 3-pointer.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Bogdanovic's 28 leads Jazz past injury-depleted Cavaliers
CLEVELAND (AP) — Bojan Bogdanovic scored 28 points, Rudy Gobert added 20 and the Utah Jazz began a four-game trip against Eastern Conference teams with a 126-113 win on Monday night over the short-handed Cleveland Cavaliers, who dressed only nine players and used just seven.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Georgia Tech withdraws NCAA appeal, will miss ACC Tournament
ATLANTA (AP) — Georgia Tech withdrew its appeal of the NCAA postseason ban against its men’s basketball program on Monday and will not play in this month's Atlantic Coast Conference Tournament.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
No. 11 Louisville gets past Hokies, takes half-game ACC lead
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (AP) — With one game left in the grueling Atlantic Coast Conference schedule, Louisville controls its own fate.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
White scores 19 as Bulls hold off Doncic, Mavericks 109-107
CHICAGO (AP) — Coby White scored 19 points, Otto Porter Jr. added 18 in his return from a broken left foot and the Chicago Bulls hung on to beat the Dallas Mavericks 109-107 Monday night when Luka Doncic's desperation heave bounced off the rim.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Draisaitl has 4 goals, 5 points as Oilers beat Predators 8-3
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — Teams don't score five goals in one period very often. Leon Draisaitl found a way to make the night even more memorable.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
No. 4 Baylor holds on for 71-68 overtime win over Texas Tech
WACO, Texas (AP) — With the shot clock winding down in overtime and a defender in his face, Baylor guard MaCio Teague quickly stepped back behind the line and hit a 3-pointer.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
White scores 19, Bulls beat Mavericks 109-107
CHICAGO (AP) — Coby White scored 19 points, Otto Porter Jr. added 18 in his return from a broken left foot and the Chicago Bulls hung on to beat the Dallas Mavericks 109-107 Monday night when Luka Doncic's desperation heave bounced off the rim.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Draisaitl has 4 goals, 5 points as Oilers rout Predators 8-3
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — Leon Draisaitl had the first four-goal game of his career and added an assist as the Edmonton Oilers routed the Nashville Predators 8-3 on Monday night to sweep the season series.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Avalanche win season-high 7th straight, 2-1 over Red Wings
DETROIT (AP) — Gabriel Landeskog withstood a crunching hit while making a pass that sprung Logan O'Connor for a breakaway goal in the second period, and the Colorado Avalanche beat the Detroit Red Wings 2-1 on Monday night for their seventh straight victory.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Dieng leads 9 scorers in double figures, Memphis routs Hawks
ATLANTA (AP) — Gorgui Dieng had 17 points and 10 rebounds, leading nine Memphis scorers in double figures, and the Grizzlies pulled away in the second half for a 127-88 win over the cold-shooting Atlanta Hawks on Monday night.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Bogdanovic's 28 leads Jazz past injury-depleted Cavaliers
CLEVELAND (AP) — Bojan Bogdanovic scored 28 points, Rudy Gobert added 20 and the Utah Jazz began a four-game trip against Eastern Conference teams with a 126-113 win on Monday night over the short-handed Cleveland Cavaliers, who dressed only nine players and used just seven.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
UConn routs USF to wrap up seventh unbeaten AAC season
HARTFORD, Conn. (AP) — UConn is rounding into familiar form just in time for the postseason.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Panic time? Penguins staying patient during unexpected slide
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Mike Sullivan's voice was calm as he urged patience and understanding, qualities that tend to be in short supply around the NHL when the calendar flips to March and the number of regular-season games dwindles.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
At 70, Hurricanes' Larranaga says he has no plans to retire
CORAL GABLES, Fla. (AP) — Nearing the end of his 34th season as a college coach, the Miami Hurricanes' Jim Larranaga has no plans to quit anytime soon — or ever.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Georgia Tech withdraws NCAA appeal, will miss ACC Tournament
ATLANTA (AP) — Georgia Tech withdrew its appeal of the NCAA postseason ban against its men’s basketball program on Monday and will not play in this month's Atlantic Coast Conference Tournament.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Mistrial declared for ex-football player in NC agents case
HILLSBOROUGH, N.C. (AP) — A judge has declared a mistrial in the case of a former college football player charged with violating North Carolina’s sports agent law nearly a decade ago.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Milan residents banned from cup semifinal at Juventus
ROME (AP) — Residents of Milan will not be allowed to attend the Italian Cup semifinal match between Juventus and AC Milan on Wednesday at Allianz Stadium in Turin as part of anti-virus precautions being taken.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Fast start lets Long Beach State put miserable 2019 behind
On this date one year ago, Long Beach State was 0-10 and on its way to a 14-41 record.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Zamboni driver unlikely to spur NHL to change goalie rule
BOCA RATON, Fla. (AP) — NHL general managers seem unlikely to suggest changes to the emergency backup goaltender policy, even after 42-year-old Zamboni driver David Ayres became one of the biggest stories of the season by winning a game for Carolina last month.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Spring practice provides look at Ohio State's future QBs
COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) — The opening of Ohio State’s spring practice Monday began the competition to determine the Buckeyes' likely starting quarterback of the future.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Milan residents banned from semifinal match at Juventus
ROME (AP) — Residents of Milan will not be allowed to attend the Italian Cup semifinal match between Juventus and AC Milan at Allianz Stadium in Turin on Wednesday as part of anti-virus precautions being taken.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
OF Luis Robert, INF Carter Kieboom among rookies to watch
CHICAGO (AP) — New York Mets slugger Pete Alonso was the breakout star in an impressive group of major league rookies last summer. Now another wave of young talent is looking to leave its mark on the sport.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Pass-rusher Ngakoue no longer wants to re-sign with Jaguars
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. (AP) — Firing unbending taskmaster Tom Coughlin was supposed to alleviate concerns some Jacksonville Jaguars had about playing for the oft-mismanaged franchise.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Showdown with soccer fans leads to chaos in Germany
BERLIN (AP) — The German soccer federation’s power struggle with fans escalated dramatically over the weekend when Bundesliga games were interrupted by protests with the threat of being called off.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
'Clásico' puts Madrid at ease again, leaves Barça pressured
MADRID (AP) — What a difference a “clásico” makes.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Q&A: What's next for the Tokyo Olympics as virus spreads?
TOKYO (AP) — The spreading virus from China has been reported in more than 60 countries and puts the Tokyo Olympics at risk. The Olympics are to open on July 24 — less than five months away. The Paralympics follow on Aug. 25.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Antetokounmpo's 41 points lift Bucks past Hornets 93-85
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) — Giannis Antetokounmpo caught the ball on the baseline with 2:39 left in the game, turned and faded away to bury a 9-foot jumper over the outstretched hands of Miles Bridges.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
No. 23 Buckeyes surge late to beat No. 19 Michigan 77-63
COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) — After slogging through a miserable January, No. 23 Ohio State has won eight of its last 10 games, a surge that culminated in a 77-63 victory over No. 19 Michigan in front of sold-out crowd Sunday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Spanish league welcomes Wuhan team, makes donation
MADRID (AP) — The Spanish league said Sunday it will donate five tons of disinfectant to the Chinese city of Wuhan, the epicenter of the coronavirus outbreak.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Vinícius Júnior helps Madrid end winless run against Barça
MADRID (AP) — Vinícius Júnior finally had his big night with Real Madrid, scoring a goal in a decisive “clásico” against Barcelona.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Leonard scores 30, Clippers beat 76ers to win 4th straight
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Doc Rivers was thankful to have his full roster against the Philadelphia 76ers. Otherwise, he didn't think his Los Angeles Clippers would be able to prevail in a game that turned out to be a track meet.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Bundesliga fan protests continue for second consecutive day
BERLIN (AP) — Protests against the German soccer federation and Hoffenheim backer Dietmar Hopp continued Sunday as Union Berlin’s Bundesliga game at home to Wolfsburg became the latest to be interrupted over banners held up by fans.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Romo remains with CBS after agreeing to long-term contract
Tony Romo will remain with CBS as its top NFL analyst after agreeing to a record extension.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Flyers extend win streak to 6 with 5-3 win over Rangers
NEW YORK (AP) — Carter Hart and a potent power play kept the Philadelphia Flyers climbing in the playoff race.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
St. John's hits 14 3s to stop No. 10 Creighton, 91-71
NEW YORK (AP) — Greg Williams Jr. drained his seventh 3-pointer from right in front of the St. John's bench, springing delirious teammates onto the court as he bounded into their arms during a timeout.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Maryland ties for top in Big Ten with 99-44 win at Minnesota
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — Maryland is surging into March again, this time with a twist.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Beal continues scoring barrage with 34 points as Wizards win
SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — Bradley Beal takes heat for his defense. He scores big, though Washington doesn't always win when he does. He got left off the All-Star team.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
NFL combine's speed week ends with another fast finish
INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — College football's top players turned the NFL's annual scouting combine into speed week.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Morris scores twice, defending champion Sounders beat Fire
SEATTLE (AP) — Jordan Morris was more than a little disappointed. He wasn't downright angry because in the bigger context he understood the decision, but being told he was going to be on the bench the day Seattle celebrated its latest MLS Cup title didn't sit well.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Lille beats Nantes to boost bid for 3rd spot; Lyon goes 5th
PARIS (AP) — Benjamin André headed home the winner as Lille won 1-0 at Nantes on Sunday to boost its bid for third place in the French league and a Champions League qualifying berth next season.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Atlanta star Josef Martinez tears right ACL, set for surgery
ATLANTA (AP) — Atlanta United star Josef Martinez will undergo surgery after tearing the ACL in his right knee during the season-opening match at expansion Nashville, dealing a huge blow to one of Major League Soccer's top teams.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Minnesota defeats Portland 3-1 in MLS opener for both teams
PORTLAND, Ore. (AP) — Kevin Molino credited his offseason training back home in Trinidad and Tobago for his fast start.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
UCLA surges, beats Arizona 69-64 for 7th straight win
LOS ANGELES (AP) — A mere six weeks ago, UCLA was 8-9 and in last place in the Pac-12 standings.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
James' triple-double lifts Lakers past Pelicans, 122-114
NEW ORLEANS (AP) — LeBron James keeps finding ways to assert his supremacy over the upstart New Orleans Pelicans and rookie sensation Zion Williamson — with or without the help of fellow Lakers All-Star Anthony Davis.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
No. 1 Gamecocks win 23rd straight over No. 12 Aggies 60-52
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — Mikiah Herbert Harrigan didn't ever really want to leave South Carolina, no matter what she thought after last season.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
No. 8 N.C. State makes first 13 3s, beats Virginia 75-64
CHARLOTTESVILLE, Va. (AP) — Kayla Jones and her North Carolina State teammates had no idea how well they'd shot the ball in the first half until coach Wes Moore clued them in.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
No. 11 Louisville gets past Hokies, takes half-game ACC lead
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (AP) — With one game left in the grueling Atlantic Coast Conference schedule, Louisville controls its own fate.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Minnesota defeats Portland 3-1 in MLS opener for both teams
PORTLAND, Ore. (AP) — Kevin Molino credited his offseason training back home in Trinidad and Tobago for his fast start.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Beal continues scoring barrage with 34 points as Wizards win
SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — Bradley Beal takes heat for his defense. He scores big, though Washington doesn't always win when he does. He got left off the All-Star team.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
James' triple-double lifts Lakers past Pelicans, 122-114
NEW ORLEANS (AP) — LeBron James keeps finding ways to assert his supremacy over the upstart New Orleans Pelicans and rookie sensation Zion Williamson — with or without the help of fellow Lakers All-Star Anthony Davis.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
No. 11 Louisville gets past Hokies, takes half-game ACC lead
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (AP) — With one game left in the grueling Atlantic Coast Conference schedule, Louisville controls its own fate.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Minnesota stuns Portland 3-1 in MLS opener for both teams
PORTLAND, Ore. (AP) — Kevin Molino credited his offseason training back home in Trinidad and Tobago for his fast start.
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No. 11 Louisville pulls away from Virginia Tech 68-52
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (AP) — Jordan Nwora had 20 points and 12 rebounds, and No. 11 Louisville moved into first place in the Atlantic Coast Conference with a 68-52 victory over Virginia Tech on Sunday.
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Vinícius Júnior helps Madrid end winless run against Barça
MADRID (AP) — Vinícius Júnior finally had his big night with Real Madrid, scoring a goal in a decisive “clásico” against Barcelona.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
NFL combine's speed week ends with another fast finish
INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — College football's top players turned the NFL's annual scouting combine into speed week.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Leonard scores 30, Clippers beat 76ers to win 4th straight
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Doc Rivers was thankful to have his full roster against the Philadelphia 76ers. Otherwise, he didn't think his Los Angeles Clippers would be able to prevail in a game that turned out to be a track meet.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
No. 23 Buckeyes surge late to beat No. 19 Michigan 77-63
COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) — After slogging through a miserable January, No. 23 Ohio State has won eight of its last 10 games, a surge that culminated in a 77-63 victory over No. 19 Michigan in front of sold-out crowd Sunday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Lille beats Nantes to boost bid for 3rd spot; Lyon goes 5th
PARIS (AP) — Benjamin André headed home the winner as Lille won 1-0 at Nantes on Sunday to boost its bid for third place in the French league and a Champions League qualifying berth next season.
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Maryland ties for top in Big Ten with 99-44 win at Minnesota
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — Maryland is surging into March again, this time with a twist.
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Atlanta star Josef Martinez tears right ACL, set for surgery
ATLANTA (AP) — Atlanta United star Josef Martinez will undergo surgery after tearing the ACL in his right knee during the season-opening match at expansion Nashville, dealing a huge blow to one of Major League Soccer's top teams.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Morris scores twice, defending champion Sounders beat Fire
SEATTLE (AP) — Jordan Morris was more than a little disappointed. He wasn't downright angry because in the bigger context he understood the decision, but being told he was going to be on the bench the day Seattle celebrated its latest MLS Cup title didn't sit well.
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No. 8 N.C. State makes first 13 3s, beats Virginia 75-64
CHARLOTTESVILLE, Va. (AP) — Kayla Jones and her North Carolina State teammates had no idea how well they'd shot the ball in the first half until coach Wes Moore clued them in.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Madrid ends winless run vs Barca with 2-0 Bernabéu victory
MADRID (AP) — Real Madrid beat Barcelona 2-0 in the “clásico” at the Santiago Bernabéu on Sunday to end its seven-match winless streak against its rival and return to the top of the Spanish league.
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Jones, Cunane lead No. 8 NC State at Virginia, 75-64
CHARLOTTESVILLE, Va. (AP) — Kayla Jones scored 16 points, Elissa Cunane had 15 points and 13 rebounds and No. 8 North Carolina State made its first 13 3-point attempts in a 75-64 victory at Virginia on Sunday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Antetokounmpo's 41 points lift Bucks past Hornets 93-85
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) — Giannis Antetokounmpo caught the ball on the baseline with 2:39 left in the game, turned and faded away to bury a 9-foot jumper over the outstretched hands of Miles Bridges.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Flyers extend win streak to 6 with 5-3 win over Rangers
NEW YORK (AP) — Carter Hart and a potent power play kept the Philadelphia Flyers climbing in the playoff race.
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St. John's hits 14 3s to stop No. 10 Creighton, 91-71
NEW YORK (AP) — Greg Williams Jr. drained his seventh 3-pointer from right in front of the St. John's bench, springing delirious teammates onto the court as he bounded into their arms during a timeout.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
No. 1 Gamecocks win 23rd straight over No. 12 Aggies 60-52
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — Mikiah Herbert Harrigan didn't ever really want to leave South Carolina, no matter what she thought after last season.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Spanish league welcomes Wuhan team, makes donation
MADRID (AP) — The Spanish league said Sunday it will donate five tons of disinfectant to the Chinese city of Wuhan, the epicenter of the coronavirus outbreak.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Atlético held by last-place Espanyol in Spanish league
MADRID (AP) — Atlético Madrid's struggles away from home continued with a 1-1 draw at last-place Espanyol in the Spanish league on Sunday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Sevilla scores late to beat Osasuna 3-2 in Spanish league
MADRID (AP) — Forward Youssef En-Nesyri scored the winning goal three minutes into stoppage time to give Sevilla a 3-2 home win over 10-man Osasuna in the Spanish league on Sunday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Bundesliga fan protests continue for second consecutive day
BERLIN (AP) — Protests against the German soccer federation and Hoffenheim backer Dietmar Hopp continued Sunday as Union Berlin’s Bundesliga game at home to Wolfsburg became the latest to be interrupted over banners held up by fans.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Saint-Etienne fans injured in fight with Lyon supporters
A fight involving fans of French league clubs Saint-Etienne and Lyon has left nine people injured ahead of the grudge match between the fierce rivals.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Hyndman's goal helps Atlanta spoil Nashville's MLS debut 2-1
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — Nashville made a star-filled entry into Major League Soccer, making history with the biggest crowd ever to see a soccer game in the state of Tennessee.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
No. 11 Gonzaga women down Portland 56-42
PORTLAND, Ore. (AP) — LeeAnne Wirth had 14 points while twin sister Jenn Wirth had 14 points and 12 rebounds, and No. 11 Gonzaga wrapped up its best regular season ever a 56-42 victory over Portland on Saturday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Westbrook scores 41, Rockets beat Celtics 111-110 in OT
BOSTON (AP) — The Boston Celtics managed to shut down the NBA's leading scorer for most of the second half and overtime.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Lewis, Davis lead Alabama past South Carolina 90-86
TUSCALOOSA, Ala. (AP) — Short-handed Alabama as usual leaned heavily on leading scorer Kira Lewis Jr., but he got plenty of help from freshman Javian Davis.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
US-based pro sports leagues monitoring coronavirus outbreak
Major North American professional sports leagues are talking to health officials and informing teams about the coronavirus outbreak that has led to the first reported death in the U.S.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Valencia beats Real Betis 2-1 to end winless streak
MADRID (AP) — Valencia ended its five-game winless streak by beating Real Betis 2-1 in the Spanish league on Saturday in the first match since the club canceled its players' media availability because of the coronavirus.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Keller scores twice in Coyotes' 5-2 win over Sabres
GLENDALE, Ariz. (AP) — Facing a game they could not afford to lose, the Arizona Coyotes found themselves in a two-goal deficit before the opening period was even halfway over.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Romo remains with CBS after agreeing to long-term contract
Tony Romo will remain with CBS as its top NFL analyst after agreeing to a record extension.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
What if they played the games and nobody came?
What if they played a game and nobody came?
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Sharks hand Penguins 6th straight loss, 5-0
SAN JOSE, Calif. (AP) — Sidney Crosby takes full responsibility for the Pittsburgh Penguins' current rut.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Warriors snap 8-game skid, beating Suns 115-99
PHOENIX (AP) — The Golden State Warriors came into Saturday night's game with eight healthy players, zero true point guards and an eight-game losing streak that had lasted for nearly the entire month of February.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Bayern game ends in farce after fan banner at Hoffenheim
BERLIN (AP) — Bayern Munich and Hoffenheim players spent the final 15 minutes of their Bundesliga game farcically playing the ball among themselves — and even exchanging passes with the opposition — as they wound down the clock after Hoffenheim’s billionaire backer was insulted by away fans on Saturday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Runaway league leader PSG beats Dijon 4-0; Di María goes off
PARIS (AP) — Kylian Mbappé scored two goals and created another as Paris Saint-Germain kept its 13-point lead of the French league with a 4-0 win over struggling Dijon on Saturday but Ángel Di María limped off with what looked like a leg muscle injury.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Winston leads No. 24 Michigan St past No. 9 Maryland 78-66
COLLEGE PARK, Md. (AP) — Tom Izzo certainly got Michigan State in the proper frame of mind, and he should be commended for devising a game plan good enough to deny Maryland a chance to clinch first place in the Big Ten.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
UCLA surges, beats Arizona 69-64 for 7th straight win
LOS ANGELES (AP) — A mere six weeks ago, UCLA was 8-9 and in last place in the Pac-12 standings.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Invincible no more: Liverpool loses for 1st time in EPL
Arsenal's class of 2003-04 can breathe easy: Liverpool will not be joining them as Premier League “Invincibles.”
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Huff plays huge as Virginia beats No. 7 Duke, 52-50
CHARLOTTESVILLE, Va. (AP) — Jay Huff brought his flair for the dramatic to a completely new level, and brought down the program he grew up rooting for in his hometown.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Sharks hand Penguins 6th straight loss, 5-0
SAN JOSE, Calif. (AP) — Sidney Crosby takes full responsibility for the Pittsburgh Penguins' current rut.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
No. 11 Gonzaga women down Portland 56-42
PORTLAND, Ore. (AP) — LeeAnne Wirth had 14 points while twin sister Jenn Wirth had 14 points and 12 rebounds, and No. 11 Gonzaga wrapped up its best regular season ever a 56-42 victory over Portland on Saturday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
UCLA surges, beats Arizona 69-64 for 7th straight win
LOS ANGELES (AP) — A mere six weeks ago, UCLA was 8-9 and in last place in the Pac-12 standings.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Warriors snap 8-game skid, beating Suns 115-99
PHOENIX (AP) — The Golden State Warriors came into Saturday night's game with eight healthy players, zero true point guards and an eight-game losing streak that had lasted for nearly the entire month of February.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Westbrook scores 41, Rockets beat Celtics 111-110 in OT
BOSTON (AP) — The Boston Celtics managed to shut down the NBA's leading scorer for most of the second half and overtime.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Keller scores twice in Coyotes' 5-2 win over Sabres
GLENDALE, Ariz. (AP) — Facing a game they could not afford to lose, the Arizona Coyotes found themselves in a two-goal deficit before the opening period was even halfway over.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Hyndman's goal helps Atlanta spoil Nashville's MLS debut 2-1
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — Nashville made a star-filled entry into Major League Soccer, making history with the biggest crowd ever to see a soccer game in the state of Tennessee.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Lewis, Davis lead Alabama past South Carolina 90-86
TUSCALOOSA, Ala. (AP) — Short-handed Alabama as usual leaned heavily on leading scorer Kira Lewis Jr., but he got plenty of help from freshman Javian Davis.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Winston leads No. 24 Michigan St past No. 9 Maryland 78-66
COLLEGE PARK, Md. (AP) — Tom Izzo certainly got Michigan State in the proper frame of mind, and he should be commended for devising a game plan good enough to deny Maryland a chance to clinch first place in the Big Ten.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Huff plays huge as Virginia beats No. 7 Duke, 52-50
CHARLOTTESVILLE, Va. (AP) — Jay Huff brought his flair for the dramatic to a completely new level, and brought down the program he grew up rooting for in his hometown.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Huff plays huge as Virginia beats No. 7 Duke, 52-20
CHARLOTTESVILLE, Va. (AP) — Mamadi Diakite made a short, go-ahead jumper with 37 seconds left and Jay Huff blocked Vernon Carey Jr.'s shot under the basket with 3.7 remaining as Virginia ended a three-game home losing streak against No. 7 Duke with a 52-50 victory on Saturday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Childs scores career-high 38 as No. 17 BYU wins 9th straight
MALIBU, Calif. (AP) — Yoeli Childs had a milestone afternoon in his final regular-season game for BYU,
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
North Carolina's long-range barrage sinks Syracuse, 92-79
SYRACUSE, N.Y. (AP) — Cole Anthony says it's simple to excel from long range — “just choose the right spots.”
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
No. 8 Kentucky tops No. 15 Auburn 73-66 to clinch SEC title
LEXINGTON, Ky. (AP) — Other than a couple of instances, Kentucky has needed every possession to first gain an edge and then keep it in a gauntlet of close victories.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
US-based pro sports leagues monitoring coronavirus outbreak
Major North American professional sports leagues are talking to health officials and informing teams about the coronavirus outbreak that has led to the first reported death in the U.S.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Dawes' dash lifts Clemson to 70-69 win over No. 6 Seminoles
CLEMSON, S.C. (AP) — Clemson coach Brad Brownell had one thought when he watched young Al-Amir Dawes take the inbounds pass with only a few seconds left.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Bayern game ends in farce after fan banner at Hoffenheim
BERLIN (AP) — Bayern Munich and Hoffenheim players spent the final 15 minutes of their Bundesliga game farcically playing the ball among themselves — and even exchanging passes with the opposition — as they wound down the clock after Hoffenheim’s billionaire backer was insulted by away fans on Saturday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Dawes hits in final second, Clemson tops Florida St 70-69
CLEMSON, S.C. (AP) — Freshman Al-Amir Dawes hit a twisting, driving bucket with a second left and Clemson toppled another highly ranked team, rallying past No. 6 Florida State 70-69 on Saturday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Bane has late push for TCU in 75-72 win over No. 2 Baylor
FORT WORTH, Texas (AP) — Baylor coach Scott Drew always enjoys watching Desmond Bane play, except when the TCU guard is going against the Bears.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
What if they played the games and nobody came?
What if they played a game and nobody came?
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Invincible no more: Liverpool loses for 1st time in EPL
Arsenal's class of 2003-04 can breathe easy: Liverpool will not be joining them as Premier League “Invincibles.”
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Valencia beats Real Betis 2-1 to end winless streak
MADRID (AP) — Valencia ended its five-game winless streak by beating Real Betis 2-1 in the Spanish league on Saturday in the first match since the club canceled its players' media availability because of the coronavirus.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Providence knocks off No. 12 Villanova 58-54
PHILADELPHIA (AP) — Ed Cooley opened the door to the Providence locker room and was met by a crush of Friars yelling, hugging and twirling jerseys in the air toward their coach. When someone yelled out for a dance, Cooley obliged, raising the roof as the Friars encircled him and …
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Mays' strong second half lifts LSU past Texas A&M, 64-50
BATON ROUGE, La. (AP) — LSU guard Skylar Mays rose decisively for late-game 3-pointers, mixed in a crisp, cross-court pass to set up Emmitt Williams' pivotal fast-break dunk and hustled into the paint on the defensive end to help the Tigers compete for rebounds.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Runaway league leader PSG beats Dijon 4-0; Di María goes off
PARIS (AP) — Kylian Mbappé scored two goals and created another as Paris Saint-Germain kept its 13-point lead of the French league with a 4-0 win over struggling Dijon on Saturday but Ángel Di María limped off with what looked like a leg muscle injury.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Bayern routs Hoffenheim before game is marred by away fans
BERLIN (AP) — Bayern Munich routed Hoffenheim 6-0 away in a Bundesliga game that both sides refused to play to the end after the home side’s billionaire backer was insulted by a section of the traveling fans on Saturday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Madrid looks to end poor run at home in 'clásico' vs Barça
MADRID (AP) — Real Madrid will need to overcome a poor run of form at home if it wants to regain the Spanish league lead at the “clásico” against Barcelona on Sunday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Stuck in Spain, Wuhan soccer team gets to watch Madrid-Barça
MADRID (AP) — It’s been a tough journey for the first-division soccer club from Wuhan, the city at the epicenter of the virus outbreak in China.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
No. 7 Duke's visit to Virginia highlights ACC's week ahead
Here are some things to watch for in ACC play this weekend:
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Alex Stalock makes 24 saves, Wild rout Blue Jackets 5-0
COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) — Alex Stalock stopped 24 shots for his fourth shutout of the season and the Minnesota Wild beat the Columbus Blue Jackets for the second time this week, 5-0 on Friday night.
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Merrimack marks D-I hoops arrival with record-setting season
NORTH ANDOVER, Mass. (AP) — About 25 miles north of Boston, in a 1,500-seat gymnasium in a quiet nook just off State Route 125, Joe Gallo is busy teaching basketball.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
George, Leonard lead LA Clippers' 132-103 rout of Nuggets
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Doc Rivers has spent most of the regular season coming up with patchwork lineups and hoping for a healthy future for the Los Angeles Clippers. Although they've got an outstanding record, their roster had only been fully healthy for a half-dozen games.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
No. 8 Kentucky hosts No. 15 Auburn, seeking share of SEC
Here are a few things to watch in Southeastern Conference basketball this weekend:
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Jaquez's 3 propels UCLA to win over Arizona State
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Jaime Jaquez had practiced driving down the floor and hitting the game-winning shot plenty of times in a park while growing up. On Thursday night he got to do it for real.
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No. 13 Arizona beats No. 4 Stanford 73-72 in overtime
TUCSON, Ariz. (AP) — Arizona went through a third-quarter lull, falling into a nine-point hole against one college's basketball's top women's programs.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Gibson makes 28 saves as Anaheim defeats Pittsburgh 3-2
ANAHEIM, Calif. (AP) — John Gibson made 28 saves, Brendan Guhle scored the winning goal in the second period and the Anaheim Ducks defeated the Pittsburgh Penguins 3-2 on Friday night.
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Terps close in on 1st Big Ten title, with Spartans next
What to watch this week in Big Ten basketball:
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Washington State holds on late to topple Washington 78-74
SEATTLE (AP) — Issac Bonton stomped on the purple “W” at midcourt as he slammed the ball down. Seattle-native Noah Williams yelled, “This is my city,” pointing at the floor and celebrating after the final buzzer.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
MLS 2020: Sounders embrace challenge of trying to repeat
SEATTLE (AP) — Brian Schmetzer has long exhibited an insatiable urge to raise the expectations for the Seattle Sounders.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Romo remains with CBS after agreeing to long-term contract
Tony Romo will remain with CBS as its top NFL analyst after agreeing to a record extension.
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No. 4 Dayton gets A-10 title with 82-67 win over Davidson
DAYTON, Ohio (AP) — No reason to cut down the net after Dayton clinched a conference title. These fourth-ranked Flyers have more big moments in mind as March approaches.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
CIAA tourney: Balancing basketball, partying for 75 years
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) — Bobby Vaughan can't help but smile when he thinks about the tradition of the Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association basketball tournament.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Hertha comes from 3 goals down to save face in Düsseldorf
BERLIN (AP) — Hertha Berlin fought back from three goals down to draw at Fortuna Düsseldorf 3-3 in the Bundesliga on Friday, saving face just as it seemed its horror week would continue.
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Giroux scores 2, Flyers beat Rangers 5-2 for 5th straight
PHILADELPHIA (AP) — Jake Voracek wore a T-shirt in the locker room for a beer named in honor of teammate Kevin Hayes. The occasion seemed appropriate, a win streak is brewing in Philly, and a playoff push is on tap for a franchise whose recent playoff history has been dry.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Ingram, Williamson lead Pelicans past Cavaliers 116-104
NEW ORLEANS (AP) — Lonzo Ball launched a long two-handed chest pass from one foul line to the other, where Zion Williamson caught it in stride above his head, took a step and dunked with two hands.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Senior Bowl helps some draft prospects prep for NFL combine
INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — Linebacker Malik Harrison came to the NFL's annual scouting combine fully prepared.
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Pistons snap 7-game skid by beating Suns 113-111
PHOENIX (AP) — It's been a lost season for the Detroit Pistons, who struggled through the first half of the schedule, dealt star center Andre Drummond at the trade deadline and have spent the past few weeks stuck in a losing streak that reached seven games.
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Japan sporting events at empty stadiums amid virus outbreak
TOKYO (AP) — Japanese sporting events were held without spectators on Saturday in a move aimed at halting the spread of the new coronavirus.
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Japan sporting events at empty stadiums amid virus outbreak
TOKYO (AP) — Japanese sporting events were held without spectators on Saturday in a move aimed at halting the spread of the new coronavirus.
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George, Leonard lead LA Clippers' 132-103 rout of Nuggets
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Doc Rivers has spent most of the regular season coming up with patchwork lineups and hoping for a healthy future for the Los Angeles Clippers. Although they've got an outstanding record, their roster had only been fully healthy for a half-dozen games.
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Gibson makes 28 saves as Anaheim defeats Pittsburgh 3-2
ANAHEIM, Calif. (AP) — John Gibson made 28 saves, Brendan Guhle scored the winning goal in the second period and the Anaheim Ducks defeated the Pittsburgh Penguins 3-2 on Friday night.
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Pistons snap 7-game skid by beating Suns 113-111
PHOENIX (AP) — It's been a lost season for the Detroit Pistons, who struggled through the first half of the schedule, dealt star center Andre Drummond at the trade deadline and have spent the past few weeks stuck in a losing streak that reached seven games.
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Washington State holds on late to topple Washington 78-74
SEATTLE (AP) — Issac Bonton stomped on the purple “W” at midcourt as he slammed the ball down. Seattle-native Noah Williams yelled, “This is my city,” pointing at the floor and celebrating after the final buzzer.
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No. 13 Arizona beats No. 4 Stanford 73-72 in overtime
TUCSON, Ariz. (AP) — Arizona went through a third-quarter lull, falling into a nine-point hole against one college's basketball's top women's programs.
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Ingram, Williamson lead Pelicans past Cavaliers 116-104
NEW ORLEANS (AP) — Lonzo Ball launched a long two-handed chest pass from one foul line to the other, where Zion Williamson caught it in stride above his head, took a step and dunked with two hands.
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Romo remains with CBS after agreeing to long-term contract
Tony Romo will remain with CBS as its top NFL analyst after agreeing to a record extension.
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Giroux scores 2, Flyers beat Rangers 5-2 for 5th straight
PHILADELPHIA (AP) — Jake Voracek wore a T-shirt in the locker room for a beer named in honor of teammate Kevin Hayes. The occasion seemed appropriate, a win streak is brewing in Philly, and a playoff push is on tap for a franchise whose recent playoff history has been dry.
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Alex Stalock makes 24 saves, Wild rout Blue Jackets 5-0
COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) — Alex Stalock stopped 24 shots for his fourth shutout of the season and the Minnesota Wild beat the Columbus Blue Jackets for the second time this week, 5-0 on Friday night.
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No. 4 Dayton gets A-10 title with 82-67 win over Davidson
DAYTON, Ohio (AP) — No reason to cut down the net after Dayton clinched a conference title. These fourth-ranked Flyers have more big moments in mind as March approaches.
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Merrimack marks D-I hoops arrival with record-setting season
NORTH ANDOVER, Mass. (AP) — About 25 miles north of Boston, in a 1,500-seat gymnasium in a quiet nook just off State Route 125, Joe Gallo is busy teaching basketball.
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Hertha comes from 3 goals down to save face in Düsseldorf
BERLIN (AP) — Hertha Berlin fought back from three goals down to draw at Fortuna Düsseldorf 3-3 in the Bundesliga on Friday, saving face just as it seemed its horror week would continue.
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Senior Bowl helps some draft prospects prep for NFL combine
INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — Linebacker Malik Harrison came to the NFL's annual scouting combine fully prepared.
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MLS 2020: Sounders embrace challenge of trying to repeat
SEATTLE (AP) — Brian Schmetzer has long exhibited an insatiable urge to raise the expectations for the Seattle Sounders.
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Young pitching at foundation of Marlins' rebuilding plan
JUPITER, Fla. (AP) — Adam Conley has pitched in the Miami Marlins’ organization since 2011, which gives him a unique perspective on the quality of their rotation through a decade of losing.
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No. 7 Duke's visit to Virginia highlights ACC's week ahead
Here are some things to watch for in ACC play this weekend:
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No. 8 Kentucky hosts No. 15 Auburn, seeking share of SEC
Here are a few things to watch in Southeastern Conference basketball this weekend:
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'We're glued to the TV': Premier League clubs wary of virus
The games will go on in the world's most lucrative and watched soccer league.
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Bach tries to boost Olympic morale in Japan, speaks to media
TOKYO (AP) — Hoping to boost morale in Japan by assuring people that the Tokyo Olympics will be held as scheduled, IOC President Thomas Bach held a conference call limited to three of Japan's main media outlets — newspapers Asahi and Yomiuri, and the Kyodo news agency.
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Gallinari scores 24; Thunder rally from 19 down to top Kings
OKLAHOMA CITY (AP) — The Oklahoma City Thunder continue to thrive in seemingly uncomfortable situations.
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Davis leads way in Lakers' seventh straight win, James out
SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — With LeBron James sidelined, Anthony Davis knew he had to do a little more — everybody had to do a little more to pick up the slack.
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No. 23 Ohio State makes fast work of Nebraska in 75-54 win
LINCOLN, Neb. (AP) — Ohio State replaced the injured Kyle Young in the starting lineup with Duane Washington Jr. and didn't miss a beat.
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Lawmakers push for Curt Flood's enshrinement in Hall of Fame
WASHINGTON (AP) — Curt Flood's widow has a simple explanation for why her late husband, who is revered by players for sacrificing his career to advocate for free agency, has not been enshrined in baseball's Hall of Fame.
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Granlund beats buzzer, scores in OT as Preds beat Flames 4-3
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — The Nashville Predators gambled that keeping Mikael Granlund instead of trading the pending free agent at the deadline could help them play their way into the postseason.
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Europa League: Arsenal out, Man United advances from last 32
From savior to scapegoat in 10 nerve-shredding minutes, Arsenal captain Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang went through the full range of emotions as his team was knocked out of the Europa League in agonizing fashion on Thursday.
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Jaquez's 3 propels UCLA to win over Arizona State
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Jaime Jaquez had practiced driving down the floor and hitting the game-winning shot plenty of times in a park while growing up. On Thursday night he got to do it for real.
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Trice, Wisconsin hold off No. 19 Michigan 81-74
ANN ARBOR, Mich. (AP) — Wisconsin inbounded the ball and D'Mitrik Trice spent a few seconds dribbling on the perimeter. Then he passed to a teammate, who passed back.
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Purdue snaps 4-game losing streak by beating Indiana 57-49
WEST LAFAYETTE, Ind. (AP) — Coach Matt Painter appreciated Purdue's defensive effort Thursday.
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Quinn testifies he doesn't recall payments in NC agents case
HILLSBOROUGH, N.C. (AP) — Dallas Cowboys defensive end Robert Quinn testified Thursday that he doesn’t remember whether he received money from a former college football player charged with violating North Carolina’s sports agent law nearly a decade ago.
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Seattle NHL team breaks ground on practice facility
SEATTLE (AP) — The foundation for Seattle’s future NHL franchise continued to take shape Thursday as the team broke ground on its practice facility just a few miles from the arena it will call home.
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Terps close in on 1st Big Ten title, with Spartans next
What to watch this week in Big Ten basketball:
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MLS embarks on 25th season by looking back, and forward
As Major League Soccer embarks on its 25th season with two new expansion teams, it seems worth noting how far the league has come in that quarter-century.
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Ritchie has goal, assist in Bruins' 4-3 win over Stars
BOSTON (AP) — In Nick Ritchie's second game, the Boston Bruins saw the player they were hoping for.
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Griffin scores career-high 24 as Illini beat Northwestern
EVANSTON, Ill. (AP) — Alan Griffin relaxed with his headphones on and chilled out in bed. By the time he stepped on the court a few hours later, he sure was in tune.
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Brown, Davis follow different paths on journey to NFL draft
INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — Auburn defensive tackle Derrick Brown bet big on himself last winter and is about to see the payoff.
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Whiff: Nats closer Doolittle calmed by lavender oil on glove
WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. (AP) — Washington Nationals reliever Sean Doolittle moves a glove out of the way as he reaches into a shelf in his spring training locker and grabs a different one, which he then hands over with a simple, if unusual, instruction:
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Cowboy Up: MadBum solid in first outing with Diamondbacks
SCOTTSDALE, Ariz. (AP) — Madison Bumgarner showed the Arizona Diamondbacks he's more than a rodeo star.
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Working the count; 30-somethings grinding to extend careers
BRADENTON, Fla. (AP) — Jarrod Dyson kept waiting for the phone to ring. As December faded and the hot stove cooled, one thought kept running through the free agent outfielder's mind.
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Awestruck Ted Simmons marvels at the Baseball Hall of Fame
COOPERSTOWN, N.Y. (AP) — Ted Simmons just had to stop and soak it all in.
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Terps close in on 1st Big Ten title, with Spartans next
What to watch this week in Big Ten basketball:
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Jaquez's 3 propels UCLA to win over Arizona State
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Jaime Jaquez had practiced driving down the floor and hitting the game-winning shot plenty of times in a park while growing up. On Thursday night he got to do it for real.
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Davis leads way in Lakers' seventh straight win, James out
SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — With LeBron James sidelined, Anthony Davis knew he had to do a little more — everybody had to do a little more to pick up the slack.
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Jarquez's 3 propels UCLA to win over Arizona State
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Jaime Jarquez's 3-pointer with .6 seconds remaining gave UCLA a 75-72 victory over Arizona State on Thursday night and put the Bruins in a share of the Pac-12 Conference lead.
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Granlund beats buzzer, scores in OT as Preds beat Flames 4-3
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — The Nashville Predators gambled that keeping Mikael Granlund instead of trading the pending free agent at the deadline could help them play their way into the postseason.
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No. 23 Ohio State makes fast work of Nebraska in 75-54 win
LINCOLN, Neb. (AP) — Ohio State replaced the injured Kyle Young in the starting lineup with Duane Washington Jr. and didn't miss a beat.
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Purdue snaps 4-game losing streak by beating Indiana 57-49
WEST LAFAYETTE, Ind. (AP) — Coach Matt Painter appreciated Purdue's defensive effort Thursday.
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Gallinari scores 24; Thunder rally from 19 down to top Kings
OKLAHOMA CITY (AP) — The Oklahoma City Thunder continue to thrive in seemingly uncomfortable situations.
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Granlund scores twice as Predators beat Flames 4-3 in OT
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — Mikael Granlund tied it up just before the end of regulation and then scored the winner 1:20 into overtime as the Nashville Predators beat Calgary 4-3 Thursday night in a showdown of the Western Conference's two wild-card teams.
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Griffin scores career-high 24 as Illini beat Northwestern
EVANSTON, Ill. (AP) — Alan Griffin relaxed with his headphones on and chilled out in bed. By the time he stepped on the court a few hours later, he sure was in tune.
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Ritchie has goal, assist in Bruins' 4-3 win over Stars
BOSTON (AP) — In Nick Ritchie's second game, the Boston Bruins saw the player they were hoping for.
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Purdue takes advantage of Indiana's shooting to end skid
WEST LAFAYETTE, Ind. (AP) — Trevion Williams scored 19 points and Eric Hunter Jr. added 17 on Thursday to held Purdue hold off a late charge from Indiana 57-49.
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Trice, Wisconsin hold off No. 19 Michigan 81-74
ANN ARBOR, Mich. (AP) — Wisconsin inbounded the ball and D'Mitrik Trice spent a few seconds dribbling on the perimeter. Then he passed to a teammate, who passed back.
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No. 1 South Carolina routs Florida for 22nd straight victory
GAINESVILLE, Fla. (AP) — Having already clinched the Southeastern Conference regular-season title and the No. 1 seed in the upcoming league tournament, South Carolina coach Dawn Staley talked to her players about avoiding a letdown.
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Lawmakers push for Curt Flood's enshrinement in Hall of Fame
WASHINGTON (AP) — Curt Flood's widow has a simple explanation for why her late husband, who is revered by players for sacrificing his career to advocate for free agency, has not been enshrined in baseball's Hall of Fame.
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Quinn testifies he doesn't recall payments in NC agents case
HILLSBOROUGH, N.C. (AP) — Dallas Cowboys defensive end Robert Quinn testified Thursday that he doesn’t remember whether he received money from a former college football player charged with violating North Carolina’s sports agent law nearly a decade ago.
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Dorrell retains 4 Colorado assistants from previous staff
Newly hired Colorado football coach Karl Dorrell will keep four assistants from the previous staff.
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Europa League: Arsenal out, Man United advances from last 32
From savior to scapegoat in 10 nerve-shredding minutes, Arsenal captain Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang went through the full range of emotions as his team was knocked out of the Europa League in agonizing fashion on Thursday.
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MLS embarks on 25th season by looking back, and forward
As Major League Soccer embarks on its 25th season with two new expansion teams, it seems worth noting how far the league has come in that quarter-century.
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Europa League: United, Inter through; Portuguese giants out
Bruno Fernandes enchanted Manchester United’s fans once again in orchestrating the team’s smooth passage into the last 16 of the Europa League at Old Trafford on Thursday.
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Seattle NHL team breaks ground on practice facility
SEATTLE (AP) — The foundation for Seattle’s future NHL franchise continued to take shape Thursday as the team broke ground on its practice facility just a few miles from the arena it will call home.
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Cowboy Up: MadBum solid in first outing with Diamondbacks
SCOTTSDALE, Ariz. (AP) — Madison Bumgarner showed the Arizona Diamondbacks he's more than a rodeo star.
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Brown, Davis follow different paths on journey to NFL draft
INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — Auburn defensive tackle Derrick Brown bet big on himself last winter and is about to see the payoff.
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Awestruck Ted Simmons marvels at the Baseball Hall of Fame
COOPERSTOWN, N.Y. (AP) — Ted Simmons just had to stop and soak it all in.
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Hard-throwing Pearson one of many talented young Blue Jays
SCOTTSDALE, Ariz. (AP) — The Toronto Blue Jays already have an intriguing young lineup with Bo Bichette, Vladimir Guerrero Jr. and Cavan Biggio hoping to build off promising 2019 seasons.
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Whiff: Nats closer Doolittle calmed by lavender oil on glove
WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. (AP) — Washington Nationals reliever Sean Doolittle moves a glove out of the way as he reaches into a shelf in his spring training locker and grabs a different one, which he then hands over with a simple, if unusual, instruction:
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Astros, 'Field of Dreams' game highlight 2020 MLB schedule
CHICAGO (AP) — The Washington Nationals defend their first championship. The Houston Astros take on, well, the world. Major league baseball comes to Iowa — and returns to London.
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Juninho wants to bring drive and focus to Lyon's young stars
PARIS (AP) — Juninho often orchestrated Lyon's biggest wins with his spectacular free kicks and slick passing.
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No. 7 Maryland working to be even better in postseason
COLLEGE PARK, Md. (AP) — As No. 7 Maryland charges toward another Big Ten title, coach Brenda Frese is already preparing the team for a deep run in March.
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Grealish the beating heart of underdog Villa in cup final
Prince William leaned back, looked up and squirmed a little in his seat.
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Tokyo organizers, government take offensive on virus threat
TOKYO (AP) — Tokyo Olympic organizers and the Japanese government went on the offensive Wednesday after a senior IOC member said the 2020 Games were being threatened by the spread of a viral outbreak, with their fate probably decided in the next three months.
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Zidane says 'clásico' perfect chance for Madrid to rebound
MADRID (AP) — In Real Madrid's first 34 matches this season, the team lost only three times.
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Klinsmann parting shots cause furor at Hertha Berlin
BERLIN (AP) — Hertha Berlin thought it was done with Jürgen Klinsmann after his abrupt resignation as coach.
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Walker scores 25 as No. 6 UConn women beat Cincinnati 105-58
CINCINNATI (AP) — Three players scored at least 20 points, one of them breaking out of a deep slump. UConn put up 100 points for the first time this season.
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Compher, Francouz lead Avalanche to 3-2 win over Sabres
DENVER (AP) — Martin Kaut received a chilly reception after scoring his first NHL goal.
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Asian baseball, soccer, rugby affected by new China virus
Baseball and basketball played in empty stadiums. Soccer leagues delayed. Clubs left out of Asian competitions or matches relocated.
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Missouri beats Vandy 61-52 for 1st SEC road win of season
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — Cuonzo Martin and his assistant coaches hadn't talked about Missouri needing to win a road game in the Southeastern Conference.
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Graham returns, Hornets topple Knicks 107-101
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) — Hornets coach James Borrego wants Devonte Graham to finish his second NBA season strong, rather than limping down the stretch.
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Flamengo beats Del Valle to win its 1st Recopa Sudamericana
RIO DE JANEIRO (AP) — Brazil's Flamengo won the Recopa Sudamericana for the first time Wednesday night, beating Ecuador's Independiente del Valle 3-0 at the historic Maracanã stadium.
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MLS owners predict league will surpass MLB, Premier League
NEW YORK (AP) — Three days ahead of the Major League Soccer's 25th season, owners, executives and players gathered for a day of unbridled optimism and hyperbole.
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Westbrook scores 33 as Rockets rout Grizzlies 140-112
HOUSTON (AP) — On a night when the Houston Rockets scored 140 points, all anyone wanted to talk about was their defense.
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Dobbins, Taylor add another chapter to running back rivalry
INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — Jonathan Taylor and J.K. Dobbins spent three seasons vying for the title of Big Ten's best running back.
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No. 10 Creighton's streak puts 1st Big East title in sight
OMAHA, Neb. (AP) — A season that started with low expectations could finish at unprecedented heights for Creighton.
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Hughes scores 25, Syracuse blows out Pittsburgh 72-49
PITTSBURGH (AP) — A month ago, the sight of Buddy Boeheim hobbling to the bench might have left Syracuse shaken. Not so much anymore.
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Clark's 3-pointer lifts Virginia past Virginia Tech, 56-53
BLACKSBURG, Va. (AP) — Kihei Clark knew exactly what he was going to do when he took an inbounds pass in a tie game on the road and 11 seconds racing quickly off the clock.
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Hornets' Monk suspended indefinitely for drug violation
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) — Hornets guard Malik Monk has been suspended without pay for violating the terms of the NBA/NBPA anti-drug program.
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Fournier scores 28, Gordon 25 as Magic beat Hawks 130-120
ATLANTA (AP) — The Orlando Magic are hardly a championship contender.
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UConn beats UCF to guarantee no losing record this season
HARTFORD, Conn. (AP) — UConn could drop the rest of its games this season and still avoid a losing record for the first time in four years.
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No. 12 Villanova beats St. John's 71-60 on night for Lowry
VILLANOVA, Pa. (AP) — Kyle Lowry was as headstrong as any Villanova star to wear the uniform, and nearly wore out his welcome with coach Jay Wright before he ever hit the court. The two have since become extremely tight, and when Lowry returned for a night in his honor, …
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Man City rallies to beat Real Madrid 2-1 in Champions League
MADRID (AP) — With two late goals in five minutes, Manchester City turned the tables on Real Madrid and boosted its chances of finally winning an elusive Champions League title while it can.
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Lizotte, Kings send Penguins to 4th straight loss, 2-1
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Blake Lizotte had a power-play goal and an assist, Cal Petersen made 36 saves and the Los Angeles Kings spoiled the Penguins debuts of Patrick Marleau and two more deadline acquisitions with a 2-1 victory over Pittsburgh on Wednesday night.
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Career nights for Johnson, Lewis as Florida thumps LSU 81-66
GAINESVILLE, Fla. (AP) — Florida coach Mike White challenged Keyontae Johnson before the tip, asking the sophomore forward whether he could "play hard for the seventh game in a row.”
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Beckham's Miami MLS team to kick off after 7 years of twists
NEW YORK (AP) — Used to bending free kicks for goals, David Beckham was not prepared for seven years of twists en route to his team's Major League Soccer debut this weekend.
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Morsell's late 3 lifts No. 9 Maryland past Minnesota 74-73
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — Down by double digits for most of the game and trailing by eight points near the two-minute mark, Maryland could've chalked up an off night at Minnesota to the rigor of Big Ten road play and still returned home in first place.
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College hoops corruption witness testifies in NC agents case
HILLSBOROUGH, N.C. (AP) — A cooperating witness from the federal corruption investigation into college basketball testified Wednesday against a former college football player charged with violating North Carolina’s sports agent laws nearly a decade ago.
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17-year-old Gio Reyna to join US national team
NEW YORK (AP) — Gio Reyna is following his father to the U.S. national team.
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Gibbs scores with 0.1 seconds left, Irish beat BC 62-61
BOSTON (AP) — T.J. Gibbs watched Prentiss Hubb bring the ball down in the final seconds and went to get himself in position for a rebound.
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LA Bowl will welcome Pac-12, Mountain West to SoFi Stadium
INGLEWOOD, Calif. (AP) — The Pac-12 and the Mountain West believe football fans around their conferences will be eager to see what's inside SoFi Stadium.
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Vandy interim AD: Strategic plan only 1st step to upgrades
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — Vanderbilt interim athletic director Candice Storey Lee knows Commodores' fans want specifics about what the Southeastern Conference's only private university will do to upgrade athletic facilities.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Leonard scores 24 points, Clippers top Suns 102-92
PHOENIX (AP) — Reggie Jackson's 3-pointer early in the fourth quarter gave the Los Angeles Clippers a double-digit lead. Teammate Marcus Morris hit another 3 with 45 seconds left that helped fend off a final Phoenix rally and secure the win.
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No. 10 Creighton's streak puts 1st Big East title in sight
OMAHA, Neb. (AP) — A season that started with low expectations could finish at unprecedented heights for Creighton.
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Asian baseball, soccer, rugby affected by new China virus
Baseball and basketball played in empty stadiums. Soccer leagues delayed. Clubs left out of Asian competitions or matches relocated.
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Lizotte, Kings send Penguins to 4th straight loss, 2-1
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Blake Lizotte had a power-play goal and an assist, Cal Petersen made 36 saves and the Los Angeles Kings spoiled the Penguins debuts of Patrick Marleau and two more deadline acquisitions with a 2-1 victory over Pittsburgh on Wednesday night.
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Morsell's late 3 lifts No. 9 Maryland past Minnesota 74-73
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — Down by double digits for most of the game and trailing by eight points near the two-minute mark, Maryland could've chalked up an off night at Minnesota to the rigor of Big Ten road play and still returned home in first place.
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Leonard scores 24 points, Clippers top Suns 102-92
PHOENIX (AP) — Reggie Jackson's 3-pointer early in the fourth quarter gave the Los Angeles Clippers a double-digit lead. Teammate Marcus Morris hit another 3 with 45 seconds left that helped fend off a final Phoenix rally and secure the win.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Gibbs scores with 0.1 seconds left, Irish beat BC 62-61
BOSTON (AP) — T.J. Gibbs watched Prentiss Hubb bring the ball down in the final seconds and went to get himself in position for a rebound.
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Missouri beats Vandy 61-52 for 1st SEC road win of season
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — Cuonzo Martin and his assistant coaches hadn't talked about Missouri needing to win a road game in the Southeastern Conference.
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Westbrook scores 33 as Rockets rout Grizzlies 140-112
HOUSTON (AP) — On a night when the Houston Rockets scored 140 points, all anyone wanted to talk about was their defense.
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Graham returns, Hornets topple Knicks 107-101
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) — Hornets coach James Borrego wants Devonte Graham to finish his second NBA season strong, rather than limping down the stretch.
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Compher, Francouz lead Avalanche to 3-2 win over Sabres
DENVER (AP) — Martin Kaut received a chilly reception after scoring his first NHL goal.
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UConn beats UCF to guarantee no losing record this season
HARTFORD, Conn. (AP) — UConn could drop the rest of its games this season and still avoid a losing record for the first time in four years.
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Career nights for Johnson, Lewis as Florida thumps LSU 81-66
GAINESVILLE, Fla. (AP) — Florida coach Mike White challenged Keyontae Johnson before the tip, asking the sophomore forward whether he could "play hard for the seventh game in a row.”
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Fournier scores 28, Gordon 25 as Magic beat Hawks 130-120
ATLANTA (AP) — The Orlando Magic are hardly a championship contender.
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Vandy interim AD: Strategic plan only 1st step to upgrades
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — Vanderbilt interim athletic director Candice Storey Lee knows Commodores' fans want specifics about what the Southeastern Conference's only private university will do to upgrade athletic facilities.
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Rozier, Hornets hand Knicks 5th straight loss 107-101
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) — Terry Rozier scored 26 points, and the Charlotte Hornets handed the New York Knicks their fifth straight loss 107-101 on Wednesday night.
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Flamengo beats Del Valle to win its 1st Recopa Sudamericana
RIO DE JANEIRO (AP) — Brazil's Flamengo won the Recopa Sudamericana for the first time Wednesday night, beating Ecuador's Independiente del Valle 3-0 at the historic Maracanã stadium.
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UConn beats UCF to avoid fourth straight losing season
HARTFORD, Conn. (AP) — Isaiah Whaley tied a career-high with 18 points and pulled down 11 rebounds to help UConn to an 81-65 win over UCF Wednesday in the American Athletic Conference.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Hughes scores 25, Syracuse blows out Pittsburgh 72-49
PITTSBURGH (AP) — A month ago, the sight of Buddy Boeheim hobbling to the bench might have left Syracuse shaken. Not so much anymore.
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Clark's 3-pointer lifts Virginia past Virginia Tech, 56-53
BLACKSBURG, Va. (AP) — Kihei Clark knew exactly what he was going to do when he took an inbounds pass in a tie game on the road and 11 seconds racing quickly off the clock.
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Walker scores 25 as No. 6 UConn women beat Cincinnati 105-58
CINCINNATI (AP) — Three players scored at least 20 points, one of them breaking out of a deep slump. UConn put up 100 points for the first time this season.
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Antsy Lawrence moving forward after first loss as Clemson QB
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — Clemson quarterback Trevor Lawrence was edgy and antsy after his second national championship game, something he hasn't felt too often.
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No. 12 Villanova beats St. John's 71-60 on night for Lowry
VILLANOVA, Pa. (AP) — Kyle Lowry was as headstrong as any Villanova star to wear the uniform, and nearly wore out his welcome with coach Jay Wright before he ever hit the court. The two have since become extremely tight, and when Lowry returned for a night in his honor, …
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Hornets' Monk suspended indefinitely for drug violation
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) — Hornets guard Malik Monk has been suspended without pay for violating the terms of the NBA/NBPA anti-drug program.
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Beckham's Miami MLS team to kick off after 7 years of twists
NEW YORK (AP) — Used to bending free kicks for goals, David Beckham was not prepared for seven years of twists en route to his team's Major League Soccer debut this weekend.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
LA Bowl will welcome Pac-12, Mountain West to SoFi Stadium
INGLEWOOD, Calif. (AP) — The Pac-12 and the Mountain West believe football fans around their conferences will be eager to see what's inside SoFi Stadium.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
College hoops corruption witness testifies in NC agents case
HILLSBOROUGH, N.C. (AP) — A cooperating witness from the federal corruption investigation into college basketball testified Wednesday against a former college football player charged with violating North Carolina’s sports agent laws nearly a decade ago.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Man City rallies to beat Real Madrid 2-1 in Champions League
MADRID (AP) — With two late goals in five minutes, Manchester City turned the tables on Real Madrid and boosted its chances of finally winning an elusive Champions League title while it can.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Dobbins, Taylor add another chapter to running back rivalry
INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — Jonathan Taylor and J.K. Dobbins spent three seasons vying for the title of Big Ten's best running back.
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Hornets' Monk suspended indefinitely by the NBA
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) — Hornets guard Malik Monk has been suspended without pay for violating the terms of the NBA/NBPA anti-drug program.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
17-year-old Gio Reyna to join US national team
NEW YORK (AP) — Gio Reyna is following his father to the U.S. national team.
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Pity Martinez off to brilliant start in Year 2 with Atlanta
KENNESAW, Ga. (AP) — Pity Martinez seemed to be everywhere.
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Italian fans mingle calmly in Lyon amid coronavirus fears
As black-and-white clad Juventus fans mingled in the restaurants and bars of Lyon ahead of a Champions League game Wednesday, the decision to let the match go ahead amid a coronavirus outbreak in nearby Italy met with a defiant stance from France's health minister but criticism from others.
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Koepka: 'I'm going to play where the best players play'
PALM BEACH GARDENS, Fla. (AP) — Brooks Koepka said he respects everything
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AP Interviews: Swimmers concerned Olympics will be canceled
NAPLES, Italy (AP) — If any thoughts were creeping into their minds that the Tokyo Olympics might be canceled because of a viral outbreak, elite swimmers Katinka Hosszú, Chad le Clos and Sarah Sjöström certainly didn’t show it during a strenuous two-hour training session Wednesday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
A look at the legal issues in Man City's appeal against UEFA
GENEVA (AP) — Manchester City's legal fight with UEFA was expected, but how the English champion will organize its legal tactics is not yet clear.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
MLS owners predict league will surpass MLB, Premier League
NEW YORK (AP) — Three days ahead of the Major League Soccer's 25th season, owners, executives and players gathered for a day of unbridled optimism and hyperbole.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Tokyo organizers, government take offensive on virus threat
TOKYO (AP) — Tokyo Olympic organizers and the Japanese government went on the offensive Wednesday after a senior IOC member said the 2020 Games were being threatened by the spread of a viral outbreak, with their fate probably decided in the next three months.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
'The wall won' _ Kemp tries to revive career with Marlins
MIAMI (AP) — Fans of The Clash, The Bobby Fuller Four and the Cincinnati Reds can agree Matt Kemp had the quote of the year after he broke a rib chasing a flyball last April.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Manchester City files appeal against UEFA ban at CAS
GENEVA (AP) — Manchester City has filed an expected appeal at the Court of Arbitration for Sport against a two-year ban from European soccer competition.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Walker bundle of nerves after touring Hall of Fame
COOPERSTOWN, N.Y. (AP) — Larry Walker's right hand was shaking ever-so-slightly as he reached to sign the space where his plaque will hang in baseball's Hall of Fame. Reality was still sinking in, a month after his selection.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Tokyo organizers, IOC going ahead as planned with Olympics
TOKYO (AP) — A spokesman for the Japanese government on Wednesday said the International Olympic Committee and local organizers are going ahead as planned with the Tokyo Olympics despite the threat of the spreading coronavirus.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
KU routs Oklahoma State 83-58 in first game back at No. 1
LAWRENCE, Kan. (AP) — When shots aren't falling early, Kansas can always rely on defense and Doke.
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Alvarado has 19 points as Georgia Tech tops Clemson, 68-59
ATLANTA (AP) — Josh Pastner hasn't giving up on his dream of Georgia Tech claiming its first ACC winning record in 16 years.
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Ayres enjoys new fame after earning win as emergency goalie
RALEIGH, N.C. (AP) — David Ayres is still adjusting to new-found stardom after winning a game as the emergency goaltender for the Carolina Hurricanes.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Ionescu first to 2,000 points, 1,000 assists, 1,000 rebounds
STANFORD, Calif. (AP) — Sabrina Ionescu's strength inspired her Oregon coaches and teammates all day, from the way she courageously spoke at the memorial service for Kobe Bryant in Los Angeles earlier in the day, then flew back to the Bay Area and took the court shortly after vomiting in …
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Marshall scores 23, Xavier pulls away from DePaul 78-67
CINCINNATI (AP) — Xavier coach Travis Steele shows his players video of Buster Douglas overcoming a knockdown to upset Mike Tyson for the heavyweight title in 1990. They got the point.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Tagovailoa looking forward to going full speed in March
INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — Tua Tagovailoa climbed up a couple stairs, then walked to the podium without a hitch Tuesday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Grant scores career-best 29, Nuggets beat Pistons 115-98
DENVER (AP) — Nikola Jokic could hardly recall the last time the Denver Nuggets were at full strength.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Kings send Warriors to 7th straight home loss, 112-94
SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — The Sacramento Kings came out of the All-Star break knowing they had little margin for error if they wanted to make a playoff push.
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Parise: 'Games were hard to play' while Wild talked trade
ST. PAUL, Minn. (AP) — For the past week, Zach Parise was carrying some extra weight with him around the ice: The Minnesota Wild were actively talking about trading him.
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Schroder helps Thunder top Bulls 124-122
CHICAGO (AP) — When it comes to close games on the road, the Oklahoma City Thunder like their chances.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Schneider earns first win of season, Devils beat Detroit 4-1
DETROIT (AP) — Cory Schneider finally won a game, but afterward, much of the discussion was about a couple third-period incidents involving New Jersey rookie Jack Hughes.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Ohio State's Day gets 3-year contract extension, salary bump
COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) — Ryan Day, who led Ohio State to a 13-1 record and a College Football Playoff appearance in his first year as head coach, is being rewarded with a three-year contract extension and a raise, the university said Tuesday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
LeBron's 40 bests Zion, sends Lakers past Pelicans 118-109
LOS ANGELES (AP) — LeBron James sees a long, prosperous future ahead of Zion Williamson and the up-tempo New Orleans Pelicans.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Barcelona draws 1-1 at Napoli in Champions League 1st leg
NAPLES, Italy (AP) — On a night when Lionel Messi was expected to put on a show in the stadium that was once Diego Maradona’s, the Barcelona forward did relatively little in a 1-1 draw at Napoli in the first leg of the Champions League round of 16 on Tuesday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Zibanejad scores in OT, Rangers beat rival Islanders 4-3
UNIONDALE, N.Y. (AP) — When the puck came to Mika Zibanejad in overtime, he knew what he wanted to do.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Volatile 2019 behind him, Pirates' Kela embracing new role
BRADENTON, Fla. (AP) — Keone Kela spent most of 2019 angry. At losing. At his role in the Pittsburgh Pirates bullpen. At the team's coaching and support staffs for what he felt was preferential treatment they gave to some players but not others.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Ken Peters, AP sports writer who covered Olympics, dies
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Ken Peters, who covered multiple Olympics and other major events during a nearly 35-year career as a sports writer for The Associated Press, has died. He was 77.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Flynn, No. 5 San Diego State rally to beat Rams 66-60
SAN DIEGO (AP) — Malachi Flynn and the No. 5 San Diego State Aztecs were out-of-sorts for the second straight game, with a second consecutive loss on their home floor appearing likely.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Bobrovsky stops 36 shots in Panthers' 2-1 win over Coyotes
GLENDALE, Ariz. (AP) — Sergei Bobrovsky stopped 36 shots, Mike Hoffman scored for the third straight game and the Florida Panthers spoiled Darcy Kuemper's return with a 2-1 win over the Arizona Coyotes on Tuesday night.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Behind Winston, No. 24 Michigan State tops No. 18 Iowa 78-70
EAST LANSING, Mich. (AP) — Cassius Winston scored only one point in the first half and it looked like his team's slim shot to win another Big Ten title was vanishing.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
No. 7 Maryland thrashes Purdue 88-45 to remain atop Big Ten
COLLEGE PARK, Md. (AP) — Maryland's 13th consecutive victory was assured long before coach Brenda Frese removed her four seniors and hugged each one of them as they approached the bench.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Ellis, Arvidsson score as Preds rally, beat Senators 3-2
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — Ryan Ellis and Viktor Arvidsson each scored power-play goals in the second period as the Nashville Predators rallied to beat the Ottawa Senators 3-2 on Tuesday night for their second straight win.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Tatum has 36, Celtics down Trail Blazers 118-106
PORTLAND, Ore. (AP) — Jayson Tatum's 3-point practice showed against the Trail Blazers.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Hayes scores 2, Flyers top Sharks 4-2 for 4th straight win
PHILADELPHIA (AP) — The Philadelphia Flyers are suddenly more than a possible playoff team in the East. Carter Hart & Co. might be ready to make some noise once they get there.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
No. 2 Baylor women clinch share of 10th straight B12 title
MORGANTOWN, W.Va. (AP) — Baylor is accustomed to Big 12 regular season women's championships.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Quickley scores 30 as No. 8 Kentucky downs Texas A&M 69-60
COLLEGE STATION, Texas (AP) — Immanuel Quickley swears he had no idea he'd made a career-best eight 3-pointers on Tuesday night until he looked at the boxscore after the game.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Austin Wiley, No. 15 Auburn hold off Ole Miss 67-58
AUBURN, Ala. (AP) — The Auburn Tigers didn't need a big second-half comeback this time against Mississippi, but did have to avoid their own collapse.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Flynn, No. 5 San Diego State rally to beat Rams 66-60
SAN DIEGO (AP) — Malachi Flynn and the No. 5 San Diego State Aztecs were out-of-sorts for the second straight game, with a second consecutive loss on their home floor appearing likely.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Kings send Warriors to 7th straight home loss, 112-94
SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — The Sacramento Kings came out of the All-Star break knowing they had little margin for error if they wanted to make a playoff push.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
LeBron's 40 bests Zion, sends Lakers past Pelicans 118-109
LOS ANGELES (AP) — LeBron James sees a long, prosperous future ahead of Zion Williamson and the up-tempo New Orleans Pelicans.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Tatum has 36, Celtics down Trail Blazers 118-106
PORTLAND, Ore. (AP) — Jayson Tatum's 3-point practice showed against the Trail Blazers.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Grant scores career-best 29, Nuggets beat Pistons 115-98
DENVER (AP) — Nikola Jokic could hardly recall the last time the Denver Nuggets were at full strength.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Tokyo organizers, IOC going ahead as planned with Olympics
TOKYO (AP) — A spokesman for the Japanese government on Wednesday said the International Olympic Committee and local organizers are going ahead as planned with the Tokyo Olympics despite the threat of the spreading coronavirus.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Bobrovsky stops 36 shots in Panthers' 2-1 win over Coyotes
GLENDALE, Ariz. (AP) — Sergei Bobrovsky stopped 36 shots, Mike Hoffman scored for the third straight game and the Florida Panthers spoiled Darcy Kuemper's return with a 2-1 win over the Arizona Coyotes on Tuesday night.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Alvarado has 19 points as Georgia Tech tops Clemson, 68-59
ATLANTA (AP) — Josh Pastner hasn't giving up on his dream of Georgia Tech claiming its first ACC winning record in 16 years.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Behind Winston, No. 24 Michigan State tops No. 18 Iowa 78-70
EAST LANSING, Mich. (AP) — Cassius Winston scored only one point in the first half and it looked like his team's slim shot to win another Big Ten title was vanishing.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Ellis, Arvidsson score as Preds rally, beat Senators 3-2
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — Ryan Ellis and Viktor Arvidsson each scored power-play goals in the second period as the Nashville Predators rallied to beat the Ottawa Senators 3-2 on Tuesday night for their second straight win.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Quickley scores 30 as No. 8 Kentucky downs Texas A&M 69-60
COLLEGE STATION, Texas (AP) — Immanuel Quickley swears he had no idea he'd made a career-best eight 3-pointers on Tuesday night until he looked at the boxscore after the game.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Schroder helps Thunder top Bulls 124-122
CHICAGO (AP) — When it comes to close games on the road, the Oklahoma City Thunder like their chances.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Schneider earns first win of season, Devils beat Detroit 4-1
DETROIT (AP) — Cory Schneider finally won a game, but afterward, much of the discussion was about a couple third-period incidents involving New Jersey rookie Jack Hughes.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Zibanejad scores in OT, Rangers beat rival Islanders 4-3
UNIONDALE, N.Y. (AP) — When the puck came to Mika Zibanejad in overtime, he knew what he wanted to do.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Hayes scores 2, Flyers top Sharks 4-2 for 4th straight win
PHILADELPHIA (AP) — The Philadelphia Flyers are suddenly more than a possible playoff team in the East. Carter Hart & Co. might be ready to make some noise once they get there.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Winston-led, No. 24 Michigan State beats No. 18 Iowa 78-70
EAST LANSING, Mich. (AP) — Cassius Winston scored 19 of his 20 points in the second half and Rocket Watts matched a career high with 21 points, helping No. 24 Michigan State rally to beat No. 18 Iowa 78-70 Tuesday night.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
No. 7 Maryland thrashes Purdue 88-45 to remain atop Big Ten
COLLEGE PARK, Md. (AP) — Maryland's 13th consecutive victory was assured long before coach Brenda Frese removed her four seniors and hugged each one of them as they approached the bench.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Austin Wiley, No. 15 Auburn hold off Ole Miss 67-58
AUBURN, Ala. (AP) — The Auburn Tigers didn't need a big second-half comeback this time against Mississippi, but did have to avoid their own collapse.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Marshall scores 23, Xavier pulls away from DePaul 78-67
CINCINNATI (AP) — Xavier coach Travis Steele shows his players video of Buster Douglas overcoming a knockdown to upset Mike Tyson for the heavyweight title in 1990. They got the point.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Ken Peters, AP sports writer who covered Olympics, dies
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Ken Peters, who covered multiple Olympics and other major events during a nearly 35-year career as a sports writer for The Associated Press, has died. He was 77.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Parise: 'Games were hard to play' while Wild talked trade
ST. PAUL, Minn. (AP) — For the past week, Zach Parise was carrying some extra weight with him around the ice: The Minnesota Wild were actively talking about trading him.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Barcelona draws 1-1 at Napoli in Champions League 1st leg
NAPLES, Italy (AP) — On a night when Lionel Messi was expected to put on a show in the stadium that was once Diego Maradona’s, the Barcelona forward did relatively little in a 1-1 draw at Napoli in the first leg of the Champions League round of 16 on Tuesday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Ayres enjoys new fame after earning win as emergency goalie
RALEIGH, N.C. (AP) — David Ayres is still adjusting to new-found stardom after winning a game as the emergency goaltender for the Carolina Hurricanes.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Walker bundle of nerves after touring Hall of Fame
COOPERSTOWN, N.Y. (AP) — Larry Walker's right hand was shaking ever-so-slightly as he reached to sign the space where his plaque will hang in baseball's Hall of Fame. Reality was still sinking in, a month after his selection.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Volatile 2019 behind him, Pirates' Kela embracing new role
BRADENTON, Fla. (AP) — Keone Kela spent most of 2019 angry. At losing. At his role in the Pittsburgh Pirates bullpen. At the team's coaching and support staffs for what he felt was preferential treatment they gave to some players but not others.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Tagovailoa looking forward to going full speed in March
INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — Tua Tagovailoa climbed up a couple stairs, then walked to the podium without a hitch Tuesday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Ohio State's Day gets 3-year contract extension, salary bump
COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) — Ryan Day, who led Ohio State to a 13-1 record and a College Football Playoff appearance in his first year as head coach, is being rewarded with a three-year contract extension and a raise, the university said Tuesday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Guardiola not using European ban to motivate his players
MADRID (AP) — Manchester City coach Pep Guardiola isn't using the team’s European ban as extra motivation for his players to win the Champions League this season.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
'The wall won' _ Kemp tries to revive career with Marlins
MIAMI (AP) — Fans of The Clash, The Bobby Fuller Four and the Cincinnati Reds can agree Matt Kemp had the quote of the year after he broke a rib chasing a flyball last April.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
IOC member casts doubt on postponing or moving Tokyo Games
TOKYO (AP) — A senior member of the International Olympic Committee said Tuesday that if it proves too dangerous to hold the Olympics in Tokyo this summer because of the coronavirus outbreak, organizers are more likely to cancel it altogether than to postpone or move it.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Ramos: Man City could be extra motivated because of ban
MADRID (AP) — If anything, Real Madrid captain Sergio Ramos is expecting Manchester City to be extra motivated for the Champions League because of its two-year ban from the competition beginning next season.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
IOC senior member: 3 months to decide fate of Tokyo Olympics
TOKYO (AP) — Dick Pound, the longest-serving member of the IOC, estimates there's a three-month window to decide the fate of the Tokyo Olympics, which are being threatened by the fast-spreading virus from China.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
AP Interview: Decisions came quickly for Boston's Bloom
FORT MYERS, Fla. (AP) — This isn’t quite how Chaim Bloom imagined things would go, back when he dreamed of running a baseball team.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Islanders bolstered with trade-deadline addition of Pageau
NEW YORK (AP) — After standing pat at the trade deadline a year ago, New York Islanders president and general manager Lou Lamoriello stressed that he didn’t believe in making a deal just to get a new player or two.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Arizona GM: D-backs unaware of MadBum's rodeo career
SCOTTSDALE, Ariz. (AP) — The Arizona Diamondbacks knew Madison Bumgarner lives on a ranch but were unaware of his recently-discovered side career as a rodeo participant.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Penguins acquire veteran Patrick Marleau from Sharks
Patrick Marleau has been chasing the Stanley Cup for 22 seasons. The veteran winger hopes a move to Pittsburgh will finally let him catch it.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
NFL's new combine drills may help scouts, attract more fans
INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — National Invitation Camp President Jeff Foster spent the past couple months debating how to improve the annual NFL scouting combine.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
KU routs Oklahoma State 83-58 in first game back at No. 1
LAWRENCE, Kan. (AP) — When shots aren't falling early, Kansas can always rely on defense and Doke.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Michael Jordan's poignant Kobe tribute: 'A piece of me died'
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Michael Jordan says he didn't see Kobe Bryant as his rival for the mythical honor of being recognized as the best basketball player ever.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Hurricanes' Reimer, Mrazek, Pesce all 'longer term' injuries
RALEIGH, N.C. (AP) — Carolina defenseman Brett Pesce and goaltenders James Reimer and Petr Mrazek are all dealing with “longer term” injuries suffered in a weekend win at Toronto, Hurricanes coach Rod Brind’Amour said Monday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Altuve nicked by pitch, Astros stars booed on road vs Tigers
LAKELAND, Fla. (AP) — José Altuve insisted he tuned out the hecklers. He couldn't avoid a pitch that grazed him.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Pecora's Perseverance: Inside a singular wrestling dynasty
JOHNSTOWN, Pa. (AP) — In the fall of 1976, Pat Pecora packed what he could into a $150 car bought from a family friend and made the hour-long drive east from the Pittsburgh surburbs into the western Pennsylvania highlands.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Ionescu first to 2,000 points, 1,000 assists, 1,000 rebounds
STANFORD, Calif. (AP) — Sabrina Ionescu's strength inspired her Oregon coaches and teammates all day, from the way she courageously spoke at the memorial service for Kobe Bryant in Los Angeles earlier in the day, then flew back to the Bay Area and took the court shortly after vomiting in …
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Harden's 37 points leads Rockets over Knicks 123-112
HOUSTON (AP) — For James Harden, it wasn't a choice.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Cowboys put free-agent plans on hold because of CBA deal
INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — Stephen Jones continues to play the waiting game — just like every other NFL team executive.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Clippers snap 3-game skid with 124-97 rout of Grizzlies
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Kawhi Leonard and the Los Angeles Clippers served notice on Monday night just how dominant they can be with a healthy roster.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Bemstrom's OT tally lifts Blue Jackets over Senators 4-3
COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) — The Columbus Blue Jackets ditched their eight-game losing streak — and lost two more players to injuries.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Jones, Ramey lead Texas past No. 20 West Virginia 67-57
AUSTIN, Texas (AP) — Texas got pummeled by West Virginia earlier this season. The Longhorns were anything but the same timid bunch in the rematch.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Schumer says MLB will work to keep Binghamton team
BINGHAMTON, N.Y. (AP) — U.S. Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer says Major League Baseball officials agreed to work to keep Binghamton's Double-A baseball team, which is among the 42 minor league franchises targeted to lose their big league affiliation.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Zegarowski can't miss, No. 15 Creighton routs No. 21 Butler
OMAHA, Neb. (AP) — Butler paid a heavy price for leaving Marcus Zegarowski open.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Homecoming: Karl Dorrell returns to Boulder as head coach
BOULDER, Colo. (AP) — Scratch house hunting off the priority list for Karl Dorrell.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Duke's Bryce Jarvis latest D-I pitcher to throw perfect game
Duke is celebrating the first perfect game in the program's 131-year history.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Italian soccer could be played without fans because of virus
ROME (AP) — The Italian government is moving toward having soccer matches played behind closed doors in affected areas as authorities try to contain a spreading virus that has made northern Italy the focal point of the outbreak in Europe.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
No. 2 Baylor women clinch share of 10th straight B12 title
MORGANTOWN, W.Va. (AP) — Baylor is accustomed to Big 12 regular season women's championships.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Embiid scores career-high 49, 76ers beat Hawks 129-112
PHILADELPHIA (AP) — Joel Embiid sank a 3-pointer for a career-high 49 points, flashed a big smile, cupped his ear to get the crowd screaming even louder and did a little dance.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Public memorial service remembers the private Kobe Bryant
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Kobe Bryant’s wife remembered him as a devoted father and husband who arrived early for school pickups and wrote heartfelt cards and letters.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Gladbach supporters praised for condemning hate messages
BERLIN (AP) — Borussia Mönchengladbach supporters are being praised for taking a stand against hate messages from a minority of fans in the team's match against Hoffenheim this weekend.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
First loss doesn't sit well with No. 5 San Diego State
SAN DIEGO (AP) — The first loss of the season isn’t sitting well with the San Diego State Aztecs, other than maybe the timing.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Clippers snap 3-game skid with 124-97 rout of Grizzlies
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Kawhi Leonard and the Los Angeles Clippers served notice on Monday night just how dominant they can be with a healthy roster.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
KU routs Oklahoma State 83-58 in first game back at No. 1
LAWRENCE, Kan. (AP) — When shots aren't falling early, Kansas can always rely on defense and Doke.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Harden's 37 points leads Rockets over Knicks 123-112
HOUSTON (AP) — For James Harden, it wasn't a choice.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Ionescu first to 2,000 points, 1,000 assists, 1,000 rebounds
STANFORD, Calif. (AP) — Sabrina Ionescu's strength inspired her Oregon coaches and teammates all day, from the way she courageously spoke at the memorial service for Kobe Bryant in Los Angeles earlier in the day, then flew back to the Bay Area and took the court shortly after vomiting in …
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Bemstrom's OT tally lifts Blue Jackets over Senators 4-3
COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) — The Columbus Blue Jackets ditched their eight-game losing streak — and lost two more players to injuries.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Embiid scores career-high 49, 76ers beat Hawks 129-112
PHILADELPHIA (AP) — Joel Embiid sank a 3-pointer for a career-high 49 points, flashed a big smile, cupped his ear to get the crowd screaming even louder and did a little dance.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Jones, Ramey lead Texas past No. 20 West Virginia 67-57
AUSTIN, Texas (AP) — Texas got pummeled by West Virginia earlier this season. The Longhorns were anything but the same timid bunch in the rematch.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
No. 2 Baylor women clinch share of 10th straight B12 title
MORGANTOWN, W.Va. (AP) — Baylor is accustomed to Big 12 regular season women's championships.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Michael Jordan's poignant Kobe tribute: 'A piece of me died'
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Michael Jordan says he didn't see Kobe Bryant as his rival for the mythical honor of being recognized as the best basketball player ever.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Public memorial service remembers the private Kobe Bryant
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Kobe Bryant’s wife remembered him as a devoted father and husband who arrived early for school pickups and wrote heartfelt cards and letters.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Altuve nicked by pitch, Astros stars booed on road vs Tigers
LAKELAND, Fla. (AP) — José Altuve insisted he tuned out the hecklers. He couldn't avoid a pitch that grazed him.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
First loss doesn't sit well with No. 5 San Diego State
SAN DIEGO (AP) — The first loss of the season isn’t sitting well with the San Diego State Aztecs, other than maybe the timing.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Cowboys put free-agent plans on hold because of CBA deal
INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — Stephen Jones continues to play the waiting game — just like every other NFL team executive.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Homecoming: Karl Dorrell returns to Boulder as head coach
BOULDER, Colo. (AP) — Scratch house hunting off the priority list for Karl Dorrell.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Schumer says MLB will work to keep Binghamton team
BINGHAMTON, N.Y. (AP) — U.S. Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer says Major League Baseball officials agreed to work to keep Binghamton's Double-A baseball team, which is among the 42 minor league franchises targeted to lose their big league affiliation.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Pecora's Perseverance: Inside a singular wrestling dynasty
JOHNSTOWN, Pa. (AP) — In the fall of 1976, Pat Pecora packed what he could into a $150 car bought from a family friend and made the hour-long drive east from the Pittsburgh surburbs into the western Pennsylvania highlands.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
NFL's new combine drills may help scouts, attract more fans
INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — National Invitation Camp President Jeff Foster spent the past couple months debating how to improve the annual NFL scouting combine.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Hurricanes' Reimer, Mrazek, Pesce all 'longer term' injuries
RALEIGH, N.C. (AP) — Carolina defenseman Brett Pesce and goaltenders James Reimer and Petr Mrazek are all dealing with “longer term” injuries suffered in a weekend win at Toronto, Hurricanes coach Rod Brind’Amour said Monday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Arizona GM: D-backs unaware of MadBum's rodeo career
SCOTTSDALE, Ariz. (AP) — The Arizona Diamondbacks knew Madison Bumgarner lives on a ranch but were unaware of his recently-discovered side career as a rodeo participant.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Duke's Bryce Jarvis latest D-I pitcher to throw perfect game
Duke is celebrating the first perfect game in the program's 131-year history.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Jeter says Astros scandal is a 'black eye" for baseball
JUPITER, Fla. (AP) — Derek Jeter wishes baseball could change the subject.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Penguins acquire veteran Patrick Marleau from Sharks
Patrick Marleau has been chasing the Stanley Cup for 22 seasons. The veteran winger hopes a move to Pittsburgh will finally let him catch it.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Gladbach supporters praised for condemning hate messages
BERLIN (AP) — Borussia Mönchengladbach supporters are being praised for taking a stand against hate messages from a minority of fans in the team's match against Hoffenheim this weekend.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Italian soccer could be played without fans because of virus
ROME (AP) — The Italian government is moving toward having soccer matches played behind closed doors in affected areas as authorities try to contain a spreading virus that has made northern Italy the focal point of the outbreak in Europe.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
The Giroud puzzle: Will Chelsea find room for a WCup winner?
Call it persistence. Call it force of circumstance. Call it downright desperation.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Virus in Italy affects Olympic meetings, soccer games
ROME (AP) — The first board meeting for the Milan-Cortina Olympics was changed to a video conference Monday as authorities sought to contain a spreading virus that has made northern Italy the focal point of the outbreak in Europe.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
For Napoli fans, the team is a religion and Maradona is god
NAPLES, Italy (AP) — When Lionel Messi climbs up the steps from the moat surrounding the field at the San Paolo Stadium on Tuesday and emerges into the Champions League spotlight, he’ll be stepping onto sacred ground.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
No. 3 Kansas ends No. 1 Baylor's 23-game winning streak
WACO, Texas (AP) — Udoka Azubuike and No. 3 Kansas returned the favor in a Big 12 showdown that lived up to the hype.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Los Angeles honors Kobe, Gianna Bryant with public memorial
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Kobe Bryant’s wife remembered him as a devoted father and husband who arrived early for school pickups and wrote heartfelt cards and letters.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Leverkusen beats Augsburg 2-0, eyes Champions League place
BERLIN (AP) — Bayer Leverkusen midfielder Kai Havertz became the third youngest player to record 50 wins in the Bundesliga as he helped his team beat Augsburg 2-0 at home on Sunday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Neymar sent off as sloppy PSG beats Bordeaux 4-3; Rennes 3rd
PARIS (AP) — Neymar was sent off as Paris Saint-Germain overcame more sloppy defending to beat Bordeaux 4-3 on Sunday and move 13 points clear at the top of the French league.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Friendly to Fiers: A's pitcher gets cheers in spring game
MESA, Ariz. (AP) — Oakland Athletics fan K.C. Sandstrom was sitting down the right field line watching his team warm up while armed with a small dry-erase board, a marker and a statement written in all caps.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
White has 33 again, Bulls beat Wizards despite Beal's 53
CHICAGO (AP) — Coby White is taking his game to new levels — and reaching some rarified Air.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Vital, Bouknight lead UConn to 78-71 win over South Florida
STORRS, Conn. (AP) — UConn guard Christian Vital believes the experience of losing a lot of close games this season helped the Huskies get a win on Sunday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Zegarowski can't miss, No. 15 Creighton routs No. 21 Butler
OMAHA, Neb. (AP) — Butler paid a heavy price for leaving Marcus Zegarowski open.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
No OT! Cincinnati beats Wichita State 67-64 in regulation
CINCINNATI (AP) — The ball left Jamarius Burton's hands at mid-court, and everyone in a Cincinnati uniform had a familiar, bad feeling.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
No. 1 South Carolina beats No. 14 Kentucky to win SEC title
LEXINGTON, Ky. (AP) — South Carolina’s latest Southeastern Conference title took precedent over personal achievement, though coach Dawn Staley was grateful to those that made her milestone possible.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Gilgeous-Alexander, Adams lead Thunder past Spurs
OKLAHOMA CITY (AP) — San Antonio Spurs coach Gregg Popovich was surly, even by his standards, during his postgame media session.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Flames start road trip with 4-2 win over Red Wings
DETROIT (AP) — Johnny Gaudreau and Sean Monahan scored in the first period, and the Calgary Flames started their road trip with a win, beating the Detroit Red Wings 4-2 on Sunday night.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
American women seek more than $66M in damages from US Soccer
Players on the U.S. women's national team are seeking more than $66 million in damages as part of their gender discrimination lawsuit against the U.S. Soccer Federation.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
LeBron's clutch jumper sends Lakers past Celtics 114-112
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Although LeBron James is still relatively new to the Los Angeles Lakers' rivalry with the Boston Celtics, he relishes the chance to participate in the history and passion behind this series.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Karlsson's hat trick, Theodore's OT goal lift Knights in OT
ANAHEIM, Calif. (AP) — William Karlsson and the Vegas Golden Knights have the NHL's longest current winning streak, and they've built it in all sorts of ways.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Los Angeles honors Kobe, Gianna Bryant with public memorial
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Thousands of mourners will gather in Staples Center on Monday to say farewell to Kobe and Gianna Bryant.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Karlsson's hat trick, Theodore's OT goal lift Knights in OT
ANAHEIM, Calif. (AP) — William Karlsson and the Vegas Golden Knights have the NHL's longest current winning streak, and they've built it in all sorts of ways.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Karlsson's hat trick, Theodores OT goal lifts Knights to win
ANAHEIM, Calif. (AP) — William Karlsson got his third career hat trick, Shea Theodore scored in overtime and the Vegas Golden Knights extended their winning streak to a season-high six games with a 6-5 victory over the Anaheim Ducks on Sunday night.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
White has 33 again, Bulls beat Wizards despite Beal's 53
CHICAGO (AP) — Coby White is taking his game to new levels — and reaching some rarified Air.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Flames start road trip with 4-2 win over Red Wings
DETROIT (AP) — Johnny Gaudreau and Sean Monahan scored in the first period, and the Calgary Flames started their road trip with a win, beating the Detroit Red Wings 4-2 on Sunday night.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Gilgeous-Alexander, Adams lead Thunder past Spurs
OKLAHOMA CITY (AP) — San Antonio Spurs coach Gregg Popovich was surly, even by his standards, during his postgame media session.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
LeBron's clutch jumper sends Lakers past Celtics 114-112
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Although LeBron James is still relatively new to the Los Angeles Lakers' rivalry with the Boston Celtics, he relishes the chance to participate in the history and passion behind this series.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Zegarowski can't miss, No. 15 Creighton routs No. 21 Butler
OMAHA, Neb. (AP) — Butler paid a heavy price for leaving Marcus Zegarowski open.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Neymar sent off as sloppy PSG beats Bordeaux 4-3; Rennes 3rd
PARIS (AP) — Neymar was sent off as Paris Saint-Germain overcame more sloppy defending to beat Bordeaux 4-3 on Sunday and move 13 points clear at the top of the French league.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Friendly to Fiers: A's pitcher gets cheers in spring game
MESA, Ariz. (AP) — Oakland Athletics fan K.C. Sandstrom was sitting down the right field line watching his team warm up while armed with a small dry-erase board, a marker and a statement written in all caps.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
No. 3 Kansas ends No. 1 Baylor's 23-game winning streak
WACO, Texas (AP) — Udoka Azubuike and No. 3 Kansas returned the favor in a Big 12 showdown that lived up to the hype.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Vital, Bouknight lead UConn to 78-71 win over South Florida
STORRS, Conn. (AP) — UConn guard Christian Vital believes the experience of losing a lot of close games this season helped the Huskies get a win on Sunday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
No. 1 South Carolina beats No. 14 Kentucky to win SEC title
LEXINGTON, Ky. (AP) — South Carolina’s latest Southeastern Conference title took precedent over personal achievement, though coach Dawn Staley was grateful to those that made her milestone possible.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
No OT! Cincinnati beats Wichita State 67-64 in regulation
CINCINNATI (AP) — The ball left Jamarius Burton's hands at mid-court, and everyone in a Cincinnati uniform had a familiar, bad feeling.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Leverkusen beats Augsburg 2-0, eyes Champions League place
BERLIN (AP) — Bayer Leverkusen midfielder Kai Havertz became the third youngest player to record 50 wins in the Bundesliga as he helped his team beat Augsburg 2-0 at home on Sunday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Italian sports leaders following government lead on virus
ROME (AP) — Holding soccer games behind closed doors without fans in attendance is a problematic solution, Italian Olympic Committee president Giovanni Malagò said Sunday as authorities scrambled to contain a rapidly rising number of COVID-19 cases in the country and a third death from the virus.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Fernandes the conductor already proving a big hit at Man Utd
If Paul Pogba ends up leaving Old Trafford in the coming months, Manchester United already has the midfield entertainer in place to spearhead a rebuild.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Leverkusen beats Augsburg 2-0, eyeing Champions League place
BERLIN (AP) — Bayer Leverkusen staked its claim for a Champions League qualification place with a 2-0 win at home over Augsburg in the Bundesliga on Sunday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Wade expresses his gratitude at jersey retirement ceremony
MIAMI (AP) — Dwyane Wade went through a long list of thank-yous as he delivered a 20-minute speech at his jersey retirement ceremony Saturday night, mentioning everyone from his business manager and the Miami Heat ball boys to Pat Riley.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
UNLV hands No. 4 San Diego State its first loss, 66-63
SAN DIEGO (AP) — Malachi Flynn sat slumped in his chair and glared straight ahead, the sting of San Diego State's first loss of the season still painfully fresh.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Haaland scores again as Dortmund, Leipzig keep pressure on
BERLIN (AP) — Erling Haaland scored yet again to help Borussia Dortmundbeat Werder Bremen2-0, and Leipzig followed by routing Schalke 5-0 on Saturday to keep the pressure on Bundesliga leader Bayern Munich.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Sacramento Kings beat Clippers at Staples again, 112-103
LOS ANGELES (AP) — The Sacramento Kings realize they might have started playing their best basketball of the season too late to contend for a playoff spot.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Vital win for Chelsea as VAR calls take center stage again
Chelsea manager Frank Lampard made all the rightcallsto mastermind another win overhis old coachJose Mourinho and strike a significant blow in the bunched race for Champions League qualification.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
LSU ends 2-game losing streak with 86-80 win over Gamecocks
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — After a struggling stretch, LSU needed someone to step up. Darius Days was ready for the call.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Nassar victim slams Michigan for response to doctor abuse
ANN ARBOR, Mich. (AP) — The first woman who publicly accused convicted sports doctor
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
700 club: Capitals' Alex Ovechkin scores for milestone goal
NEWARK, N.J. (AP) — With power and a prodigious shot, Alex Ovechkin now stands where few in hockey have been.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Luwawu-Cabarrot scores 21 as Nets defeat Hornets 115-86
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) — Timothe Luwawu-Cabarrot and the Brooklyn Nets appeared to be on a mission after surrendering a 20-point lead in their last game.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Eichel scores twice, Sabres races past sluggish Penguins 5-2
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Plenty of work remains for the Buffalo Sabres as they try to claw their way into the playoff picture. Streaking past the suddenly listless Pittsburgh Penguins is a pretty good way to start.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Toppin scores 28 as No. 5 Dayton cruises past Duquesne 80-70
DAYTON, Ohio (AP) — Dayton coach Anthony Grant was unhappy with his team at halftime of Saturday's game against Duquesne, and he let them know it.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
No. 14 Oregon rallies to beat No. 24 Arizona 73-72 in OT
TUCSON, Ariz. (AP) — Oregon's Payton Pritchard had one of the best games of his college career, hitting a handful of jaw-dropping 3-pointers that silenced Arizona's crowd. But after more than 40 minutes on the court, the shots finally stopped falling.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Heat rout Cavs 124-105 as Wade is honored at halftime
MIAMI (AP) — The Miami Heat played so well early they didn't need a halftime meeting, which was exactly the plan.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Barcelona takes over Spanish league lead after Madrid loss
MADRID (AP) — Barcelona fans protesting club president Josep Bartomeu were also given reason to cheer as Lionel Messi scored four goals and the team went back on top of the Spanish league on Saturday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Grimaldi scores in shootout as Preds edge Blue Jackets 4-3
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — The Nashville Predators are trying to stay close enough in the playoff chase to be where they need to be when the season ends.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Fans heckling Astros spring opener get signs stolen
WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. (AP) — Fans hoping to heckle the sign-stealing Houston Astros at their spring opener were met with quite the coincidence.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Bamba stars as Nantes wins at 2nd-place Marseille 3-1
PARIS (AP) — Kader Bamba scored one goal and set up another as Nantes found its form in beating second-placed Marseille 3-1 in the French league on Saturday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
DeAndre Ayton, Devin Booker dominate, Suns top Bulls 112-104
CHICAGO (AP) — Disappointed he didn't make a bigger impact the previous night against the defending champions, DeAndre Ayton sure made his presence felt against the Bulls.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Quickley's 26 points lift No. 10 Kentucky past Florida 65-59
LEXINGTON, Ky. (AP) — John Calipari praised Immanuel Quickley’s basketball savvy, but only after the Kentucky coach and an assistant first challenged the guard to shoot the ball — or else.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
American women seek more than $66M in damages from US Soccer
Players on the U.S. women's national team are seeking more than $66 million in damages as part of their gender discrimination lawsuit against the U.S. Soccer Federation.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
No. 14 Oregon rallies to beat No. 24 Arizona 73-72 in OT
TUCSON, Ariz. (AP) — Oregon's Payton Pritchard had one of the best games of his college career, hitting a handful of jaw-dropping 3-pointers that silenced Arizona's crowd. But after more than 40 minutes on the court, the shots finally stopped falling.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Wade expresses his gratitude at jersey retirement ceremony
MIAMI (AP) — Dwyane Wade went through a long list of thank-yous as he delivered a 20-minute speech at his jersey retirement ceremony Saturday night, mentioning everyone from his business manager and the Miami Heat ball boys to Pat Riley.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Grimaldi scores in shootout as Preds edge Blue Jackets 4-3
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — The Nashville Predators are trying to stay close enough in the playoff chase to be where they need to be when the season ends.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
DeAndre Ayton, Devin Booker dominate, Suns top Bulls 112-104
CHICAGO (AP) — Disappointed he didn't make a bigger impact the previous night against the defending champions, DeAndre Ayton sure made his presence felt against the Bulls.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Heat rout Cavs 124-105 as Wade is honored at halftime
MIAMI (AP) — The Miami Heat played so well early they didn't need a halftime meeting, which was exactly the plan.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Nassar victim slams Michigan for response to doctor abuse
ANN ARBOR, Mich. (AP) — The first woman who publicly accused convicted sports doctor
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
UNLV hands No. 4 San Diego State its first loss, 66-63
SAN DIEGO (AP) — Malachi Flynn sat slumped in his chair and glared straight ahead, the sting of San Diego State's first loss of the season still painfully fresh.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Luwawu-Cabarrot scores 21 as Nets defeat Hornets 115-86
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) — Timothe Luwawu-Cabarrot and the Brooklyn Nets appeared to be on a mission after surrendering a 20-point lead in their last game.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
LSU ends 2-game losing streak with 86-80 win over Gamecocks
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — After a struggling stretch, LSU needed someone to step up. Darius Days was ready for the call.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Quickley's 26 points lift No. 10 Kentucky past Florida 65-59
LEXINGTON, Ky. (AP) — John Calipari praised Immanuel Quickley’s basketball savvy, but only after the Kentucky coach and an assistant first challenged the guard to shoot the ball — or else.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Fans heckling Astros spring opener get signs stolen
WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. (AP) — Fans hoping to heckle the sign-stealing Houston Astros at their spring opener were met with quite the coincidence.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
No. 2 Baylor women beat Oklahoma for 55th Big 12 win in row
WACO, Texas (AP) — Kim Mulkey was surprised when she got called out to the floor early before her pregame talk with her players.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
McGriff scores 28, leads Oklahoma State past Oklahoma 83-66
STILLWATER, Okla. (AP) — Cameron McGriff stepped up to be the exactly player Oklahoma State coach Mike Boynton has been looking for.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Sacramento Kings beat Clippers at Staples again, 112-103
LOS ANGELES (AP) — The Sacramento Kings realize they might have started playing their best basketball of the season too late to contend for a playoff spot.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Barcelona takes over Spanish league lead after Madrid loss
MADRID (AP) — Barcelona fans protesting club president Josep Bartomeu were also given reason to cheer as Lionel Messi scored four goals and the team went back on top of the Spanish league on Saturday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
No. 12 Villanova beats Xavier 64-55 for 4th straight win
CINCINNATI (AP) — The 3-point shot dried up, forcing No. 12 Villanova to find a different way to keep its late-February surge going. The Wildcats turned to defense to pull out another one on the road.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
TCU extends No. 17 West Virginia's Big 12 road woes, 67-60
FORT WORTH, Texas (AP) — Desmond Bane didn't think a foul should have been called against him on the shot that appeared to be a game-winner in regulation for TCU.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
700 club: Capitals' Alex Ovechkin scores for milestone goal
NEWARK, N.J. (AP) — With power and a prodigious shot, Alex Ovechkin now stands where few in hockey have been.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Michigan extends winning streak with rare victory at Purdue
WEST LAFAYETTE, Ind. (AP) — Michigan freshman Franz Wagner made everything look easy Saturday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Toppin scores 28 as No. 5 Dayton cruises past Duquesne 80-70
DAYTON, Ohio (AP) — Dayton coach Anthony Grant was unhappy with his team at halftime of Saturday's game against Duquesne, and he let them know it.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
No. 3 Kansas ends No. 1 Baylor's 23-game winning streak
WACO, Texas (AP) — Udoka Azubuike and No. 3 Kansas returned the favor in a Big 12 showdown that lived up to the hype.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Eichel scores twice, Sabres races past sluggish Penguins 5-2
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Plenty of work remains for the Buffalo Sabres as they try to claw their way into the playoff picture. Streaking past the suddenly listless Pittsburgh Penguins is a pretty good way to start.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
UConn women win 7th straight AAC title, top UCF 66-53
STORRS, Conn. (AP) — UConn has taken home every conference regular-season and tournament trophy offered in the history of the American Athletic Conference.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Capitals' Alex Ovechkin becomes 8th player with 700 goals
NEWARK, N.J. (AP) — Alex Ovechkin became the eight NHL player to score 700 career goals, reaching the milestone in the third period of the Washington' Capitals' 3-2 loss to the New Jersey Devils on Saturday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Haaland scores again as Dortmund, Leipzig keep pressure on
BERLIN (AP) — Erling Haaland scored yet again to help Borussia Dortmundbeat Werder Bremen2-0, and Leipzig followed by routing Schalke 5-0 on Saturday to keep the pressure on Bundesliga leader Bayern Munich.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Pipkins scores 24, Providence beats No. 19 Marquette 84-72
PROVIDENCE, R.I. (AP) — Providence coach Ed Cooley knew after his team lost three straight nonconference games at the end of November that the Friars would have little room for error when the Big East schedule came around.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Auburn rallies past Vols; fan tossed for derogatory comment
AUBURN, Ala. (AP) — The Auburn Tigers had an ugly performance for 25 minutes and an unfortunate incident involving a fan.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
No. 3 Kansas ends No. 1 Baylor's 23-game streak in Big 12
WACO, Texas (AP) — Udoka Azubuike had 23 points and a career-high 19 rebounds and No. 3 Kansas held on to beat No. 1 Baylor 64-61 on Saturday, snapping the Bears' 23-game winning streak and likely ending their five-week hold on the No. 1 spot in the AP poll.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Vital win for Chelsea as VAR calls take center stage again
Chelsea manager Frank Lampard made all the rightcallsto mastermind another win overhis old coachJose Mourinho and strike a significant blow in the bunched race for Champions League qualification.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Bamba stars as Nantes wins at 2nd-place Marseille 3-1
PARIS (AP) — Kader Bamba scored one goal and set up another as Nantes found its form in beating second-placed Marseille 3-1 in the French league on Saturday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Big win for Chelsea as VAR calls take center stage again
Chelsea manager Frank Lampard made all the right decisions to mastermind another win over Jose Mourinho and strike a significant blow in the bunched race for Champions League qualification.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Haaland scores winner to lift Dortmund to 2nd in Bundesliga
BERLIN (AP) — Erling Haaland scored yet again to help Borussia Dortmund move second in the Bundesliga with a 2-0 win at Werder Bremenon Saturday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
PSG's latest player party annoys coach Tuchel
Bare-chested and whooping with joy, Paris Saint-Germain stars Neymar and Edinson Cavani were clearly in festive mood.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Big Ten: No. 7 Maryland looks to keep streak, boost lead
What to watch in Big Ten basketball:
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Gordon Hayward, Celtics hold off Timberwolves 127-117
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — Boston's defense looked, well, like it was still on vacation for much of the game.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
World Cup champion women pushed: Could they beat German men?
Carli Lloyd was pushed over and over on differences between women and men.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Ionescu notches 25th career triple-double, Oregon beats Cal
BERKELEY, Calif. (AP) — Sabrina Ionescu has won the hearts of little girls and NBA stars alike with her dynamic play, and during the start of an emotional weekend she shined as Stephen Curry watched and shook his head from courtside.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Blues chase Bishop early, rout Stars 5-1 in West showdown
DALLAS (AP) — Colton Parayko and St. Louis silenced any hint of a playoff buzz against the Dallas Stars with the lead in the Western Conference on the line.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Avs' Francouz gets first NHL shutout against Anaheim 1-0
ANAHEIM, Calif. (AP) — It was one of the best days of Pavel Francouz's life.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Reddick says he, teammates have received death threats
WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. (AP) — On the day Houston outfielder Josh Reddick said he and other players have received death threats in the wake of the team's sign-stealing scandal, union head Tony Clark said safety had become an issue for some of his members.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Bjorkstrand injury is latest blow for hard-luck Blue Jackets
COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) — Injuries to key players keep coming for the Columbus Blue Jackets, who now have lost top goal-scorer Oliver Bjorkstrand for the rest of the season.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Chris Paul scores 29 points, leads Thunder past Nuggets
OKLAHOMA CITY (AP) — Chris Paul lectured his teammates on the importance of handling their business after the All-Star break, then he showed them how to do it.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Williamson has 25 in Pelicans' 128-115 win over Blazers
PORTLAND, Ore. (AP) — Zion Williamson hears the accolades but insists he's still getting comfortable in his new job.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Late slide puts Lady Vols' NCAA Tournament streak at risk
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — Tennessee’s streak of participating in every women's NCAA Tournament could be in jeopardy — again.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Islanders honor John Tonelli by retiring his No. 27
John Tonelli’s No. 27 has been raised to the rafters at Nassau Coliseum, joining some of his former teammates from the New York Islanders’ Stanley Cup dynasty.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
No. 10 Kentucky looks to extend SEC lead against Florida
Here are a few things to watch in Southeastern Conference basketball this weekend:
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Anthony Davis' big 2nd half leads Lakers past Grizz, 117-105
LOS ANGELES (AP) — The Los Angeles Lakers hadn't even been back on the court for three minutes after the All-Star break when Anthony Davis limped off with an injured leg.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
ACC basketball title contenders face rough road this weekend
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — Here are some things to watch for in ACC play this weekend:
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
It's champs vs. cheaters as Nats and Astros meet Saturday
WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. (AP) — It will be champs vs. cheaters in a World Series rematch when the Washington Nationals and Houston Astros play their exhibition opener on Saturday night.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
American women seek more than $66M in damages from US Soccer
Players on the U.S. women's national team are seeking more than $66 million in damages as part of their gender discrimination lawsuit against the U.S. Soccer Federation.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Anthony Davis' big 2nd half leads Lakers past Grizz, 117-105
LOS ANGELES (AP) — LeBron James scored 32 points, Anthony Davis recovered from an early injury scare to get 28 points and 13 rebounds, and the Los Angeles Lakers returned from the All-Star break with a 117-105 victory over the Memphis Grizzlies on Friday night.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Williamson has 25 in Pelicans' 128-115 win over Blazers
PORTLAND, Ore. (AP) — Zion Williamson hears the accolades but insists he's still getting comfortable in his new job.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Avs' Francouz gets first NHL shutout against Anaheim 1-0
ANAHEIM, Calif. (AP) — It was one of the best days of Pavel Francouz's life.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Blues chase Bishop early, rout Stars 5-1 in West showdown
DALLAS (AP) — Colton Parayko and St. Louis silenced any hint of a playoff buzz against the Dallas Stars with the lead in the Western Conference on the line.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Gordon Hayward, Celtics hold off Timberwolves 127-117
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — Boston's defense looked, well, like it was still on vacation for much of the game.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Ionescu notches 25th career triple-double, Oregon beats Cal
BERKELEY, Calif. (AP) — Sabrina Ionescu has won the hearts of little girls and NBA stars alike with her dynamic play, and during the start of an emotional weekend she shined as Stephen Curry watched and shook his head from courtside.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Chris Paul scores 29 points, leads Thunder past Nuggets
OKLAHOMA CITY (AP) — Chris Paul lectured his teammates on the importance of handling their business after the All-Star break, then he showed them how to do it.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Islanders honor John Tonelli by retiring his No. 27
John Tonelli’s No. 27 has been raised to the rafters at Nassau Coliseum, joining some of his former teammates from the New York Islanders’ Stanley Cup dynasty.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
World Cup champion women pushed: Could they beat German men?
Carli Lloyd was pushed over and over on differences between women and men.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Reddick says he, teammates have received death threats
WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. (AP) — On the day Houston outfielder Josh Reddick said he and other players have received death threats in the wake of the team's sign-stealing scandal, union head Tony Clark said safety had become an issue for some of his members.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Late slide puts Lady Vols' NCAA Tournament streak at risk
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — Tennessee’s streak of participating in every women's NCAA Tournament could be in jeopardy — again.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
It's champs vs. cheaters as Nats and Astros meet Saturday
WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. (AP) — It will be champs vs. cheaters in a World Series rematch when the Washington Nationals and Houston Astros play their exhibition opener on Saturday night.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Bjorkstrand injury is latest blow for hard-luck Blue Jackets
COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) — Injuries to key players keep coming for the Columbus Blue Jackets, who now have lost top goal-scorer Oliver Bjorkstrand for the rest of the season.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Big Ten: No. 7 Maryland looks to keep streak, boost lead
What to watch in Big Ten basketball:
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Lake Placid celebrates its Olympic past, and eyes its future
LAKE PLACID, N.Y. (AP) — The benefits of a miracle have been reaped in Lake Placid for 40 years.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
No. 10 Kentucky looks to extend SEC lead against Florida
Here are a few things to watch in Southeastern Conference basketball this weekend:
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
ACC basketball title contenders face rough road this weekend
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — Here are some things to watch for in ACC play this weekend:
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Redskins release injury-prone tight end Jordan Reed
WASHINGTON (AP) — The Redskins released Jordan Reed on Thursday, cutting ties with an injury-prone tight end who was rarely able to show his full abilities.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Warriors say Klay Thompson won't play this season
SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — Golden State Warriors guard Klay Thompson will not play this season, though it has not been ruled out that he could still compete in the Olympics this summer.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
American women seek more than $66M in damages from US Soccer
Players on the U.S. women's national team are seeking more than $66 million in damages as part of their gender discrimination lawsuit against the U.S. Soccer Federation.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
James Harden, Rockets roll to 135-105 rout of young Warriors
SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — Russell Westbrook vowed to better control his emotions down the stretch of the regular season. They sometimes get the better of him and he realizes he's under the watchful eye of referees because of his reputation, but he won't ever back down.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Hayes' OT goal powers Flyers past Blue Jackets 4-3
COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) — Kevin Hayes and the Philadelphia Flyers looked at their home-and-home series with Columbus as a chance to jump-start their playoff push.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Boston, No. 1 Gamecocks win 20th straight 63-48 over LSU
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — South Carolina coach Dawn Staley didn't enjoy her usually dominant team struggling early against LSU. She was grateful, though, the top-ranked Gamecocks got past their problems for their 20th straight victory.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Mackenzie Blackwood has 36 saves, Devils beat Sharks 2-1
NEWARK, N.J. (AP) — The New Jersey Devils finally have found a winning formula. Just put Mackenzie Blackwood in goal.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Layman's long-term injury near end, back at Wolves practice
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — Minnesota Timberwolves forward Jake Layman was finally cleared Thursday to return to practice, with his absence at 39 straight games and counting because of a sprained left toe.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Michigan State shakes off sloppy play to beat Nebraska 86-65
LINCOLN, Neb. (AP) — As far as Tom Izzo is concerned, a 21-point win over lowly Nebraska doesn't mean everything's OK now for Michigan State.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Arizona State beats No. 14 Oregon for 6th straight win
TEMPE, Ariz. (AP) — Arizona State's Remy Martin was fighting for possession during the first half when he caught an inadvertent elbow right to the middle of his face that knocked a tooth loose.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Astros must fill hole in rotation after Cole's departure
WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. (AP) — As the Houston Astros put together their rotation for this season, they're faced with a Texas-sized hole after Gerrit Cole left as a free agent to sign with the New York Yankees.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Nervy return: Year after injury, Pirates' Burdi throwing gas
BRADENTON, Fla. (AP) — The rib is stashed away somewhere in his parents’ house in suburban Chicago, a reminder of what Pittsburgh Pirates reliever Nick Burdi needed to lose to find himself.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Bickerstaff picks up pieces after Beilein leaves Cavaliers
INDEPENDENCE, Ohio (AP) — When John Beilein resigned as Cleveland's coach, swallowing his pride to leave the Cavaliers after just 54 games, he offered his preordained replacement some encouraging words.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Jackson, No. 9 Mississippi State beat Auburn 92-85 in OT
AUBURN, Ala. (AP) — Mississippi State surged from behind after struggling most of the way, and Rickea Jackson took over in overtime.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Vilardi scores quickly in NHL debut as Kings defeat Panthers
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Not many players can top the NHL debut that Gabriel Vilardi had on Thursday night.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Paul, Thunder surprising league heading into stretch run
OKLAHOMA CITY (AP) — Chris Paul gets annoyed when the topic of the Thunder’s “surprising” success comes up.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Young's career-high 50 points lead Hawks past Heat, 129-124
ATLANTA (AP) — Trae Young didn't attribute his first 50-point game to confidence gained from his first All-Star start.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
American women seek more than $66M in damages from US Soccer
Players on the U.S. women's national team are seeking more than $66 million in damages as part their gender discrimination suit against the U.S. Soccer Federation, part of a slew of court papers filed Thursday night ahead of a scheduled May trial.
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Vilardi scores quickly in NHL debut as Kings defeat Panthers
LOS ANGELES (AP) —
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James Harden, Rockets roll to 135-105 rout of young Warriors
SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — Russell Westbrook vowed to better control his emotions down the stretch of the regular season. They sometimes get the better of him and he realizes he's under the watchful eye of referees because of his reputation, but he won't ever back down.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Jackson, No. 9 Mississippi State beat Auburn 92-85 in OT
AUBURN, Ala. (AP) — Mississippi State surged from behind after struggling most of the way, and Rickea Jackson took over in overtime.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Arizona State beats No. 14 Oregon for 6th straight win
TEMPE, Ariz. (AP) — Arizona State's Remy Martin was fighting for possession during the first half when he caught an inadvertent elbow right to the middle of his face that knocked a tooth loose.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Michigan State shakes off sloppy play to beat Nebraska 86-65
LINCOLN, Neb. (AP) — As far as Tom Izzo is concerned, a 21-point win over lowly Nebraska doesn't mean everything's OK now for Michigan State.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Hayes' OT goal powers Flyers past Blue Jackets 4-3
COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) — Kevin Hayes and the Philadelphia Flyers looked at their home-and-home series with Columbus as a chance to jump-start their playoff push.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Young's career-high 50 points lead Hawks past Heat, 129-124
ATLANTA (AP) — Trae Young didn't attribute his first 50-point game to confidence gained from his first All-Star start.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Mackenzie Blackwood has 36 saves, Devils beat Sharks 2-1
NEWARK, N.J. (AP) — The New Jersey Devils finally have found a winning formula. Just put Mackenzie Blackwood in goal.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Boston, No. 1 Gamecocks win 20th straight 63-48 over LSU
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — South Carolina coach Dawn Staley didn't enjoy her usually dominant team struggling early against LSU. She was grateful, though, the top-ranked Gamecocks got past their problems for their 20th straight victory.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Warriors say Klay Thompson won't play this season
SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — Golden State Warriors guard Klay Thompson will not play this season, though it has not been ruled out that he could still compete in the Olympics this summer.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Redskins release injury-prone tight end Jordan Reed
WASHINGTON (AP) — The Redskins released Jordan Reed on Thursday, cutting ties with an injury-prone tight end who was rarely able to show his full abilities.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Astros must fill hole in rotation after Cole's departure
WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. (AP) — As the Houston Astros put together their rotation for this season, they're faced with a Texas-sized hole after Gerrit Cole left as a free agent to sign with the New York Yankees.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Paul, Thunder surprising league heading into stretch run
OKLAHOMA CITY (AP) — Chris Paul gets annoyed when the topic of the Thunder’s “surprising” success comes up.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Nervy return: Year after injury, Pirates' Burdi throwing gas
BRADENTON, Fla. (AP) — The rib is stashed away somewhere in his parents’ house in suburban Chicago, a reminder of what Pittsburgh Pirates reliever Nick Burdi needed to lose in order to find himself.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Layman's long-term injury near end, back at Wolves practice
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — Minnesota Timberwolves forward Jake Layman was finally cleared Thursday to return to practice, with his absence at 39 straight games and counting because of a sprained left toe.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Bickerstaff picks up pieces after Beilein leaves Cavaliers
INDEPENDENCE, Ohio (AP) — When John Beilein resigned as Cleveland's coach, swallowing his pride to leave the Cavaliers after just 54 games, he offered his preordained replacement some encouraging words.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Browns WR Landry has hip surgery, expected to play in 2020
CLEVELAND (AP) — Browns Pro Bowl wide receiver Jarvis Landry elected to have hip surgery after initially opting not to have the operation.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Surging No. 7 Maryland seeks strong finish for Big Ten crown
COLLEGE PARK, Md. (AP) — While charting the course for No. 7 Maryland's attempt to secure its first Big Ten regular season title, coach Mark Turgeon eschewed the cautious one-game-at-a-time approach.
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Tensions rise at PSG after latest Champions League setback
PARIS (AP) — Paris Saint-Germain's latest Champions League setback has heightened tensions at the club.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Bounce back: MLB veterans to watch in spring games
SCOTTSDALE, Ariz. (AP) — Giancarlo Stanton's intimidating presence was missing from the middle of the Yankees' lineup for a big chunk of 2019 because of an injury-filled season.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Tired Tottenham looks to seize on Chelsea's slump in EPL
Jose Mourinho had almost reached the end of his lament about the current situation facing his weary Tottenham players when he turned his attention to their next Premier League game against a team he knows so well.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Haaland keeps zen-like calm as the world goes wild
DÜSSELDORF, Germany (AP) — Everyone is going crazy for Erling Haaland's goals. Except Erling Haaland.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
For Napoli fans, the team is a religion and Maradona is god
NAPLES, Italy (AP) — When Lionel Messi climbs up the steps from the moat surrounding the field at the San Paolo Stadium on Tuesday and emerges into the Champions League spotlight, he’ll be stepping onto sacred ground.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Swiss prosecutors charge Al-Khelaifi in FIFA bribery case
GENEVA (AP) — The president of the Paris Saint-Germain soccer club was indicted Thursday as part of a five-year bribery and corruption investigation linked to FIFA.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Mamukelashvili shot at buzzer lifts Seton Hall over Butler
NEWARK, N.J. (AP) — With the game tied and less than a second to play, Seton Hall coach Kevin Willard had a feeling Butler would be looking for Pirates' leading scorer Myles Powell to get the ball.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Key, Clark lead Virginia past Boston College, 78-65
CHARLOTTESVILLE, Va. (AP) — Virginia appears to finally have found some answers to its season-long search for offensive weapons, and it couldn't have come at a better time.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Verlander, approaching age 37, hopes to remain among elite
WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. (AP) — As Justin Verlander approaches his 37th birthday, Houston's ace evolves to maintain the skills that allowed him to win his second Cy Young Award last season, eight years after he won the first one.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Astros name barred by Little Leagues near Williamsport
Just 60 miles east of Williamsport, Pennsylvania, one Little League director is sending a clear message to his 4,000 players about the Houston Astros and their sign-stealing scam.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Berhalter made almost as much as Ellis in his 1st few months
NEW YORK (AP) — American men’s soccer coach Gregg Berhalter earned nearly as much from the U.S. Soccer Federation in his first four months than women’s counterpart Jill Ellis took home in 12.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Bey, Gillespie lead No. 12 Villanova past DePaul 91-71
CHICAGO (AP) — Collin Gillespie made the first one and Saddiq Bey got the last one.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
UConn wins share of AAC title with 74-31 rout of Tulane
HARTFORD, Conn. (AP) — UConn is no longer ranked among the top five teams in the nation, but they are still the dominant force in the American Athletic Conference.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Jackson, Texas A&M rally past Crimson Tide 74-68
TUSCALOOSA, Ala. (AP) — Texas A&M coach Buzz Williams told Quenton Jackson and the Aggies at Monday's practice that he'd get the starting nod against Alabama.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Edwards leads Georgia to surprising win over No. 13 Auburn
ATHENS, Ga. (AP) — Bruce Pearl looked ahead to the postseason when he attempted to place perspective on No. 13 Auburn's loss to a Georgia team on the doorstep of last place in the SEC.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Beilein resigns as coach, says emotional goodbye to Cavs
INDEPENDENCE, Ohio (AP) — John Beilein stood in front of the Cavaliers and emotionally explained why he's leaving. This was goodbye.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
No. 11 Louisville routs Syracuse 90-66 to end 2-game slide
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (AP) — Consecutive losses prompted Louisville’s captains to conduct a players-only meeting to sort things out.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Virus limits next Tokyo Olympic test event to Japanese-only
TOKYO (AP) — A test event for the Tokyo Olympics scheduled for later this month that would have involved some non-Japanese athletes is being revamped because of fear of the spreading virus from China.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Hoibergs seeing red and green for 'weird' father-son meeting
LINCOLN, Neb. (AP) — Carol Hoiberg has a wardrobe decision to make before she heads out the door for the Michigan State-Nebraska game Thursday night.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Jackson-Davis career game leads Indiana past Minnesota 68-56
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — Overdue for a tough-minded performance on the road, Indiana heeded coach Archie Miller's call to “make the game a little bit grimy.”
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Freshman Baker's 20 points helps lead Texas over TCU
AUSTIN, Texas (AP) — Freshman Will Baker scored a season-high 20 points and Texas snapped a four-game losing streak with a 70-56 win over TCU on Wednesday night.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
LA Kings trade Cup-winning goal scorer Martinez to Vegas
LOS ANGELES (AP) — The Los Angeles Kings traded Stanley Cup-winning goal scorer Alec Martinez to the Vegas Golden Knights for two second-round draft picks on Wednesday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Virus limits next Tokyo Olympic test event to Japanese-only
TOKYO (AP) — A test event for the Tokyo Olympics scheduled for later this month that would have involved some non-Japanese athletes is being revamped because of fear of the spreading virus from China.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Jackson-Davis career game leads Indiana past Minnesota 68-56
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — Overdue for a tough-minded performance on the road, Indiana heeded coach Archie Miller's call to “make the game a little bit grimy.”
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Bey, Gillespie lead No. 12 Villanova past DePaul 91-71
CHICAGO (AP) — Collin Gillespie made the first one and Saddiq Bey got the last one.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Freshman Baker's 20 points helps lead Texas over TCU
AUSTIN, Texas (AP) — Freshman Will Baker scored a season-high 20 points and Texas snapped a four-game losing streak with a 70-56 win over TCU on Wednesday night.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Key, Clark lead Virginia past Boston College, 78-65
CHARLOTTESVILLE, Va. (AP) — Virginia appears to finally have found some answers to its season-long search for offensive weapons, and it couldn't have come at a better time.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Jackson, Texas A&M rally past Crimson Tide 74-68
TUSCALOOSA, Ala. (AP) — Texas A&M coach Buzz Williams told Quenton Jackson and the Aggies at Monday's practice that he'd get the starting nod against Alabama.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
UConn wins share of AAC title with 74-31 rout of Tulane
HARTFORD, Conn. (AP) — UConn is no longer ranked among the top five teams in the nation, but they are still the dominant force in the American Athletic Conference.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
No. 11 Louisville routs Syracuse 90-66 to end 2-game slide
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (AP) — Consecutive losses prompted Louisville’s captains to conduct a players-only meeting to sort things out.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Mamukelashvili shot at buzzer lifts Seton Hall over Butler
NEWARK, N.J. (AP) — With the game tied and less than a second to play, Seton Hall coach Kevin Willard had a feeling Butler would be looking for Pirates' leading scorer Myles Powell to get the ball.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Beilein resigns as coach, says emotional goodbye to Cavs
INDEPENDENCE, Ohio (AP) — John Beilein stood in front of the Cavaliers and emotionally explained why he's leaving. This was goodbye.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Edwards leads Georgia to surprising win over No. 13 Auburn
ATHENS, Ga. (AP) — Bruce Pearl looked ahead to the postseason when he attempted to place perspective on No. 13 Auburn's loss to a Georgia team on the doorstep of last place in the SEC.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Berhalter made almost as much as Ellis in his 1st few months
NEW YORK (AP) — American men’s soccer coach Gregg Berhalter earned nearly as much from the U.S. Soccer Federation in his first four months than women’s counterpart Jill Ellis took home in 12.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Beilein resigns as Cavaliers coach after failed NBA run
INDEPENDENCE, Ohio (AP) — John Beilein didn't make it through one NBA season. Another college coaching dropout.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Astros name barred by Little Leagues near Williamsport
Just 60 miles east of Williamsport, Pennsylvania, one Little League director is sending a clear message to his 4,000 players about the Houston Astros and their sign-stealing scam.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Nats' Max Scherzer to face Astros in exhibition opener
WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. (AP) — The World Series rematch between the Washington Nationals and Houston Astros, who've been embroiled in the fallout from a sign-stealing scandal, that will open the teams' exhibition schedule Saturday just got a little more interesting: Max Scherzer will be on the mound.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Verlander, approaching age 37, hopes to remain among elite
WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. (AP) — As Justin Verlander approaches his 37th birthday, Houston's ace evolves to maintain the skills that allowed him to win his second Cy Young Award last season, eight years after he won the first one.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Hitting the right notes: Kieboom gets shot at 3rd for Nats
WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. (AP) — If, as he hopes, and the Washington Nationals hope, Carter Kieboom earns a job this spring as the reigning World Series champions' starting third baseman, he'll do so with the help of years' worth of ideas typed into the Notes app on his cellphone.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Hoibergs seeing red and green for 'weird' father-son meeting
LINCOLN, Neb. (AP) — Carol Hoiberg has a wardrobe decision to make before she heads out the door for the Michigan State-Nebraska game Thursday night.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
LA Kings trade Cup-winning goal scorer Martinez to Vegas
LOS ANGELES (AP) — The Los Angeles Kings traded Stanley Cup-winning goal scorer Alec Martinez to the Vegas Golden Knights for two second-round draft picks on Wednesday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Hornets' Graham emerging as Most Improved Player candidate
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) — Devonte Graham had mixed emotions when Kemba Walker left for the Boston Celtics.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Farrells face off in father-vs.-son clash in Six Nations
Ireland rugby coach Andy Farrell was walking along a line of team captains at the Six Nations tournament launch in January, shaking hands with each of them, when he came face to face with the man leading England.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Virologist: Tokyo Olympics probably couldn't be held now
TOKYO (AP) — A respected Japanese virologist on Wednesday said if the Tokyo Olympics were tomorrow, the games probably couldn't be held because of the fast-spreading virus from Wuhan, China.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Saints' Brees announces intention to return for 2020 season
NEW ORLEANS (AP) — Quarterback Drew Brees' record-setting NFL career is on track for a 20th season — and a 15th with the New Orleans Saints.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Cincinnati coach Ron Jan forced out after racist comments
CINCINNATI (AP) — Cincinnati head coach Ron Jans was forced out after an investigation by Major League Soccer found he'd used a racial slur in the locker room and made other troubling comments.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Cardinals re-sign OT D.J. Humphries to 3-year deal
Arizona's offense showed plenty of potential during quarterback Kyler Murray's rookie season.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Svechnikov, Niederreiter help Hurricanes beat Predators 4-1
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — Andrei Svechnikov and Nino Niederreiter each scored in the second period, and the Carolina Hurricanes beat the Nashville Predators 4-1 Tuesday night.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Player discipline possible for future sign-stealing offenses
Major league players could be punished for future sign-stealing violations in the wake of the Houston Astros' scandal that only resulted in discipline for managers, coaches and executives.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
No. 8 UCLA rallies to beat No. 15 Oregon State 83-74 in OT
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Clinging to a three-point lead in overtime, Michaela Onyenware hit a pair of free throws and then stole the ball. She fed freshman Charisma Osborne, who sank a 3-pointer and No. 8 UCLA never looked back.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Quickley leads No. 10 Kentucky past slumping LSU 79-76
BATON ROUGE, La. (AP) — Immanuel Quickley's reliable scoring and Nick Richards' shot-altering defensive presence gave No. 10 Kentucky a decisive edge in a challenging road game with first place in the Southeastern Conference at stake.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Butler scores 22, helps No. 1 Baylor beat Oklahoma 65-54
NORMAN, Okla. (AP) — Oklahoma seemingly had a chance before Jared Butler snuffed out the Sooners' upset hopes.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Giants, Cubs raising pay for minor leaguers this season
The Chicago Cubs and San Francisco Giants are pushing ahead with pay raises for minor league players this season, days after Major League Baseball mandated salary bumps beginning in 2021.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Haaland nets 2 to give Dortmund 2-1 win over PSG in CL
DORTMUND, Germany (AP) — Erling Haaland scored twice as Borussia Dortmund beat Paris Saint-Germain 2-1 in the first leg of their Champions League round-of-16 meeting on Tuesday in the Norwegian striker's first European game for his new club.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
No. 7 Maryland beats Northwestern 76-67 for 9th straight win
COLLEGE PARK, Md. (AP) — It's no coincidence that Jalen Smith's run of consecutive double-doubles coincides with Maryland's current winning streak.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Kershaw to Dodgers: Use anger over cheating Astros as fuel
GLENDALE, Ariz. (AP) — Clayton Kershaw is pleased practically everybody in the sport seized the opportunity to tee off on the cheating Houston Astros and Commissioner Rob Manfred's handling of the scandal over the past several days.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Reyna at 17 becomes youngest American in Champions League
DORTMUND, Germany (AP) — Gio Reyna became the youngest American-born player to appear in the Champions League and
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Road less traveled: Some NHL teams moving AHL squads closer
DENVER (AP) — Jason Dickinson encountered quite a few bumps in the road on his route to the NHL. Good thing for his trusty truck.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Bell's Bounce; Pirates 1B eager to prove 2019 was no fluke
BRADENTON, Fla. (AP) — Josh Bell insists he has not arrived. Not yet, though the metric the Pittsburgh Pirates All-Star uses to judge his own progress is highly specific.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Nats look back at Series, then ahead, as full workouts start
WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. (AP) — Carter Kieboom, a rookie who will get a shot to be the Washington Nationals' starting third baseman on opening day, took grounders alongside Asdrúbal Cabrera, a versatile, 14th-year infielder who was among seven free agents returning to the World Series champions.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Bowden's late free throws clinch Vols' 65-61 win over Vandy
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — Jordan Bowden’s steadiness at the foul line made sure Tennessee avoided a stunning collapse.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Atlético Madrid edges Liverpool 1-0 in Champions League
MADRID (AP) — Atlético Madrid’s defense was back at its best on Tuesday, too good even for the European champions.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Rockies GM Bridich hasn't sat down with Arenado after rift
SCOTTSDALE, Ariz. (AP) — Colorado Rockies general manager Jeff Bridich says he doesn't feel an urgency to clear the air with apparently disgruntled third baseman Nolan Arenado.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Ouch: Offshore sports book sets odds for Astros' HBPs
WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. (AP) — Commissioner Rob Manfred’s stern warning covering the intentional beaning of Houston players in the wake of the Astros' sign-stealing scandal hasn’t stopped an offshore sports book from publishing odds on a variety of bets related to possible plunkings.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
AP Source: Greg Olsen agrees to 1-year deal with Seahawks
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) — A person familiar with the situation says three-time Pro Bowl tight end Greg Olsen has agreed to a one-year, $7 million contract with the Seattle Seahawks.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Crutcher scores 18, leads No. 5 Dayton past VCU 66-61
RICHMOND, Va. (AP) — Dayton coach Anthony Grant knew that his No. 5 Flyers would face a stern test on the road at VCU, where he spent four years as the Rams' coach.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Florida beats Arkansas 73-59, extends dominance in series
GAINESVILLE, Fla. (AP) — Keyontae Johnson spent a good chunk of his career night at the free throw line. It was the best chance undermanned Arkansas had at stopping the 6-foot-5, 230-pound sophomore.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Road less traveled: Some NHL teams moving AHL squads closer
DENVER (AP) — Jason Dickinson encountered quite a few bumps in the road on his route to the NHL.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Player discipline possible for future sign-stealing offenses
Major league players could be punished for future sign-stealing violations in the wake of the Houston Astros' scandal that only resulted in discipline for managers, coaches and executives.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Quickley leads No. 10 Kentucky past slumping LSU 79-76
BATON ROUGE, La. (AP) — Immanuel Quickley's reliable scoring and Nick Richards' shot-altering defensive presence gave No. 10 Kentucky a decisive edge in a challenging road game with first place in the Southeastern Conference at stake.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Butler scores 22, helps No. 1 Baylor beat Oklahoma 65-54
NORMAN, Okla. (AP) — Oklahoma seemingly had a chance before Jared Butler snuffed out the Sooners' upset hopes.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Crutcher scores 18, leads No. 5 Dayton past VCU 66-61
RICHMOND, Va. (AP) — Dayton coach Anthony Grant knew that his No. 5 Flyers would face a stern test on the road at VCU, where he spent four years as the Rams' coach.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Svechnikov, Niederreiter help Hurricanes beat Predators 4-1
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — Andrei Svechnikov and Nino Niederreiter each scored in the second period, and the Carolina Hurricanes beat the Nashville Predators 4-1 Tuesday night.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
No. 7 Maryland beats Northwestern 76-67 for 9th straight win
COLLEGE PARK, Md. (AP) — It's no coincidence that Jalen Smith's run of consecutive double-doubles coincides with Maryland's current winning streak.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Giants, Cubs raising pay for minor leaguers this season
The Chicago Cubs and San Francisco Giants are pushing ahead with pay raises for minor league players this season, days after Major League Baseball mandated salary bumps beginning in 2021.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Florida beats Arkansas 73-59, extends dominance in series
GAINESVILLE, Fla. (AP) — Keyontae Johnson spent a good chunk of his career night at the free throw line. It was the best chance undermanned Arkansas had at stopping the 6-foot-5, 230-pound sophomore.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Bowden's late free throws clinch Vols' 65-61 win over Vandy
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — Jordan Bowden’s steadiness at the foul line made sure Tennessee avoided a stunning collapse.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Rockies GM Bridich hasn't sat down with Arenado after rift
SCOTTSDALE, Ariz. (AP) — Colorado Rockies general manager Jeff Bridich says he doesn't feel an urgency to clear the air with apparently disgruntled third baseman Nolan Arenado.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Ouch: Offshore sports book sets odds for Astros' HBPs
WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. (AP) — Commissioner Rob Manfred’s stern warning covering the intentional beaning of Houston players in the wake of the Astros' sign-stealing scandal hasn’t stopped an offshore sports book from publishing odds on a variety of bets related to possible plunkings.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Nats look back at Series, then ahead, as full workouts start
WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. (AP) — Carter Kieboom, a rookie who will get a shot to be the Washington Nationals' starting third baseman on opening day, took grounders alongside Asdrúbal Cabrera, a versatile, 14th-year infielder who was among seven free agents returning to the World Series champions.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
AP Source: Greg Olsen agrees to 1-year deal with Seahawks
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) — A person familiar with the situation says three-time Pro Bowl tight end Greg Olsen has agreed to a one-year, $7 million contract with the Seattle Seahawks.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Cincinnati coach Ron Jan forced out after racist comments
CINCINNATI (AP) — Cincinnati head coach Ron Jans was forced out after an investigation by Major League Soccer found he'd used a racial slur in the locker room and made other troubling comments.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Bell's Bounce; Pirates 1B eager to prove 2019 was no fluke
BRADENTON, Fla. (AP) — Josh Bell insists he has not arrived. Not yet, though the metric the Pittsburgh Pirates All-Star uses to judge his own progress is highly specific.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Reyna at 17 becomes youngest American in Champions League
DORTMUND, Germany (AP) — Gio Reyna became the youngest American-born player to appear in the Champions League and
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Atlético Madrid edges Liverpool 1-0 in Champions League
MADRID (AP) — Atlético Madrid’s defense was back at its best on Tuesday, too good even for the European champions.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Kershaw to Dodgers: Use anger over cheating Astros as fuel
GLENDALE, Ariz. (AP) — Clayton Kershaw is pleased practically everybody in the sport seized the opportunity to tee off on the cheating Houston Astros and Commissioner Rob Manfred's handling of the scandal over the past several days.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Haaland nets 2 to give Dortmund 2-1 win over PSG in CL
DORTMUND, Germany (AP) — Erling Haaland scored twice as Borussia Dortmund beat Paris Saint-Germain 2-1 in the first leg of their Champions League round-of-16 meeting on Tuesday in the Norwegian striker's first European game for his new club.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Blaney's attempted push of Newman led to violent crash
DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. (AP) — Drafting, blocking and bumping are essential elements of racing on NASCAR's fastest tracks. When Ryan Blaney pushed fellow Ford driver Ryan Newman in the final lap of the Daytona 500, it was something both men have done hundreds of times on superspeedways.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Saints' Brees announces intention to return for 2020 season
NEW ORLEANS (AP) — Quarterback Drew Brees' record-setting NFL career is on track for a 20th season — and a 15th with the New Orleans Saints.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Versatile Villar to get tryout in center field with Marlins
JUPITER, Fla. (AP) — Versatile newcomer Jonathan Villar is expected to be an ironman in the Miami Marlins' lineup, even if they don’t know where.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Cardinals re-sign OT D.J. Humphries to 3-year deal
Arizona's offense showed plenty of potential during quarterback Kyler Murray's rookie season.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Transgender athletes seek to become defendants in lawsuit
HARTFORD, Conn. (AP) — Two transgender high school runners want to become defendants in a federal lawsuit that seeks to block them from participating in girls sports in Connecticut.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Tears of joy for Reinier as teen is presented by Real Madrid
MADRID (AP) — Brazilian teenager Reinier couldn’t hold back the tears when he was officially introduced by Real Madrid on Tuesday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Leipzig ready for European limelight after rapid rise
After 11 years, millions of dollars, and plenty of ruffled feathers, this is Leipzig's moment.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
No. 1 South Carolina pounds Vandy 95-44 for 19th straight
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — No. 1 South Carolina is closing in on restoring its championship past. Gamecocks coach Dawn Staley wants her players focused on what's next this week, not what's looming next month.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Boley, No. 3 Oregon women rout Southern California 93-67
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Third-ranked Oregon completed a weekend sweep in Los Angeles, getting comfortable wins over seventh-ranked UCLA and Southern California to extend its 12-game winning streak.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Atlético Madrid's season on the line against Liverpool
MADRID (AP) — Liverpool and Atlético Madrid appear to be heading in opposite directions entering their last 16 meeting in the Champions League on Tuesday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
No. 8 UCLA rallies to beat No. 15 Oregon State 83-74 in OT
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Clinging to a three-point lead in overtime, Michaela Onyenware hit a pair of free throws and then stole the ball. She fed freshman Charisma Osborne, who sank a 3-pointer and No. 8 UCLA never looked back.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
German soccer fans turn on fellow supporter for racist abuse
BERLIN (AP) — The fans of German soccer club Preußen Münster showed how racist abuse can be handled, shouting “Nazis out! Nazis out!” after one of their own fans targeted a visiting player with monkey chants.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Neymar to return for PSG against Dortmund, says coach
DORTMUND, Germany (AP) — Neymar is set to return for Paris Saint-Germain against Borussia Dortmund as the French champion tries to end its three-year run of defeats in the Champions League's last 16.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
The champs are here: Cabbage race, Soto arrive at Nats camp
WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. (AP) — On the day position players reported to camp, the Washington Nationals finally got around to putting up a sign on the ivy-covered wall near the entrance to their spring training facility with a curly "W," a rendering of the Capitol dome and, most significantly, …
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Angels owner Moreno acknowledges he killed Dodgers trade
TEMPE, Ariz. (AP) — Los Angeles Angels owner Arte Moreno acknowledges he scrapped the proposed trade that would have landed Joc Pederson and Ross Stripling from the Dodgers.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Devils selling with the NHL trade deadline approaching
NEWARK, N.J. (AP) — With the NHL trade deadline a week away, the New Jersey Devils may as well have a giant “for sale” sign hanging outside the dressing room.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Raanta stops 25 shots in Coyotes' 2-1 win over Islanders
GLENDALE, Ariz. (AP) — A January funk sent the Arizona Coyotes tumbling from the top of the Pacific Division to fighting for a playoff spot.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Browns release veteran cornerback T.J. Carrie, 3 others
CLEVELAND (AP) — New Browns general manager Andrew Berry cleared $13 million in salary-cap space Monday by releasing veteran cornerback T.J. Carrie and three others players signed by former GM John Dorsey.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Sounds of spring won't let Astros forget cheating scandal
WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. (AP) — These are the new sounds of spring for the Houston Astros: a fan banging on a trash can, another calling José Altuve a cheater.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Vital, Bouknight lead UConn to 64-61 win over Memphis
HARTFORD, Conn. (AP) — Coach Dan Hurley fought back tears as he described the high price his UConn Huskies paid during Sunday's win over Memphis.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Marlins believe they have 'a lot more talent' in 2020
JUPITER, Fla. (AP) — Even the Miami Marlins can be optimistic at the start of spring training, which is why president of baseball operations Michael Hill stood facing the practice fields before the first full-squad workout Monday and didn't flinch at what's to come.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Howard, No. 18 Kentucky women top No. 6 Mississippi St 73-62
LEXINGTON, Ky. (AP) — A heavily-bandaged left hand hasn't stopped Kentucky forward Rhyne Howard from putting up big numbers.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Mike Trout rips cheating Astros, calls for bigger punishment
TEMPE, Ariz. (AP) — Mike Trout thinks the Houston Astros should pay more dearly for their cheating ways.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Cavs, coach John Beilein plotting next steps in rough season
CLEVELAND (AP) — John Beilein has admitted that losing NBA games has hit him hard. Maybe too hard.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Impressive wins earn 2019 runner-up Michigan a No. 1 ranking
Michigan showed no signs of being a one-hit wonder on the first weekend of the college baseball season.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Walker, Nelson-Ododa lead No. 5 UConn over USF 67-47
TAMPA, Fla. (AP) — South Florida’s Jose Fernandez is puzzled by the chatter about the struggles of the UConn women’s basketball team this season.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Lightning top Avs in OT for franchise-best 11th straight win
DENVER (AP) — Things are going so well for the Tampa Bay Lightning that the they're starting to judge the quality of their wins.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Xavier closes with 8-0 run to beat St. John's 77-74 at MSG
NEW YORK (AP) — In a game they couldn't afford to lose, the Xavier Musketeers rallied just in time and got the biggest shot of the night from a freshman.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
MLB stars hammer Manfred over 'piece of metal' trophy crack
WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. (AP) — Players who have won a World Series -- and those who have come up short -- seethed Monday at Commissioner Rob Manfred's reference to the sport's championship trophy as merely a "piece of metal," saying that comment reflected a disconnect between baseball's boss and …
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Lightning top Avs in OT for franchise-best 11th straight win
DENVER (AP) — Things are going so well for the Tampa Bay Lightning that the they're starting to judge the quality of their wins.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
No. 8 UCLA rallies to beat No. 15 Oregon State 83-74 in OT
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Clinging to a three-point lead in overtime, Michaela Onyenware hit a pair of free throws and then stole the ball. She fed freshman Charisma Osborne, who sank a 3-pointer and No. 8 UCLA never looked back.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
No. 1 South Carolina pounds Vandy 95-44 for 19th straight
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — No. 1 South Carolina is closing in on restoring its championship past. Gamecocks coach Dawn Staley wants her players focused on what's next this week, not what's looming next month.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Xavier closes with 8-0 run to beat St. John's 77-74 at MSG
NEW YORK (AP) — In a game they couldn't afford to lose, the Xavier Musketeers rallied just in time and got the biggest shot of the night from a freshman.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Raanta stops 25 shots in Coyotes' 2-1 win over Islanders
GLENDALE, Ariz. (AP) — A January funk sent the Arizona Coyotes tumbling from the top of the Pacific Division to fighting for a playoff spot.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Devils selling with the NHL trade deadline approaching
NEWARK, N.J. (AP) — With the NHL trade deadline a week away, the New Jersey Devils may as well have a giant “for sale” sign hanging outside the dressing room.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Sounds of spring won't let Astros forget cheating scandal
WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. (AP) — These are the new sounds of spring for the Houston Astros: a fan banging on a trash can, another calling José Altuve a cheater.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
MLB stars hammer Manfred over 'piece of metal' trophy crack
WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. (AP) — Players who have won a World Series -- and those who have come up short -- seethed Monday at Commissioner Rob Manfred's reference to the sport's championship trophy as merely a "piece of metal," saying that comment reflected a disconnect between baseball's boss and …
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Manfred's 'piece of metal' angers Doolittle, Turner, others
WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. (AP) — Players who have won a World Series -- and those who have come up short -- seethed Monday at Commissioner Rob Manfred's reference to the sport's championship trophy as merely a "piece of metal," saying that comment reflected a disconnect between baseball's boss and …
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Angels owner Moreno acknowledges he killed Dodgers trade
TEMPE, Ariz. (AP) — Los Angeles Angels owner Arte Moreno acknowledges he scrapped the proposed trade that would have landed Joc Pederson and Ross Stripling from the Dodgers.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
The champs are here: Cabbage race, Soto arrive at Nats camp
WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. (AP) — On the day position players reported to camp, the Washington Nationals finally got around to putting up a sign on the ivy-covered wall near the entrance to their spring training facility with a curly "W," a rendering of the Capitol dome and, most significantly, …
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Cavs, coach John Beilein plotting next steps in rough season
CLEVELAND (AP) — John Beilein has admitted that losing NBA games has hit him hard. Maybe too hard.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Impressive wins earn 2019 runner-up Michigan a No. 1 ranking
Michigan showed no signs of being a one-hit wonder on the first weekend of the college baseball season.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Marlins believe they have 'a lot more talent' in 2020
JUPITER, Fla. (AP) — Even the Miami Marlins can be optimistic at the start of spring training, which is why president of baseball operations Michael Hill stood facing the practice fields before the first full-squad workout Monday and didn't flinch at what's to come.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Browns release veteran cornerback T.J. Carrie, 3 others
CLEVELAND (AP) — New Browns general manager Andrew Berry cleared $13 million in salary-cap space Monday by releasing veteran cornerback T.J. Carrie and three others players signed by former GM John Dorsey.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Neymar to return for PSG against Dortmund, says coach
DORTMUND, Germany (AP) — Neymar is set to return for Paris Saint-Germain against Borussia Dortmund as the French champion tries to end its three-year run of defeats in the Champions League's last 16.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
German soccer fans turn on fellow supporter for racist abuse
BERLIN (AP) — The fans of German soccer club Preußen Münster showed how racist abuse can be handled, shouting “Nazis out! Nazis out!” after one of their own fans targeted a visiting player with monkey chants.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Mike Trout rips cheating Astros, calls for bigger punishment
TEMPE, Ariz. (AP) — Mike Trout thinks the Houston Astros should pay more dearly for their cheating ways.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Atlético Madrid's season on the line against Liverpool
MADRID (AP) — Liverpool and Atlético Madrid appear to be heading in opposite directions entering their last 16 meeting in the Champions League on Tuesday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Free-scoring Dortmund aims to keep things tight against PSG
DORTMUND, Germany (AP) — Borussia Dortmund will be looking to keep the score low when it plays high-scoring Paris Saint-Germain on Tuesday in the Champions League.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
The curious case of Arsenal under Mikel Arteta
After nearly two months under his stewardship, Mikel Arteta’s Arsenal remains a tough read.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Kawhi Leonard wins first Kobe Bryant All-Star MVP award
CHICAGO (AP) — Kawhi Leonard made it look effortless, nailing one 3-pointer after another and nearly matching an All-Star Game record.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Michigan routs Indiana 89-65, helps NCAA Tournament chances
ANN ARBOR, Mich. (AP) — Michigan is rolling again, finding ways to win as it did during a surprising start.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Boley, No. 3 Oregon women rout Southern California 93-67
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Third-ranked Oregon completed a weekend sweep in Los Angeles, getting comfortable wins over seventh-ranked UCLA and Southern California to extend its 12-game winning streak.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
No. 8 Stanford stuns Colorado 69-66 on 40-foot buzzer-beater
BOULDER, Colorado (AP) — Even 40-foot desperation shots take practice.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Petrusev scores 27, No. 2 Gonzaga extends win streak to 18
MALIBU, Calif. (AP) — Second-ranked Gonzaga hasn't had many ugly wins this season, but Saturday night's game against Pepperdine was something it needed with the NCAA Tournament less than a month away.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Turris scores late, Predators beat Blues 2-1
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — The Nashville Predators have their first three-game winning streak since October and appear to finally be finding their way under new coach John Hynes as they try to fight their way into the playoff picture.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Vital, Bouknight lead UConn to 64-61 win over Memphis
HARTFORD, Conn. (AP) — Coach Dan Hurley fought back tears as he described the high price his UConn Huskies paid during Sunday's win over Memphis.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Howard, No. 18 Kentucky women top No. 6 Mississippi St 73-62
LEXINGTON, Ky. (AP) — A heavily-bandaged left hand hasn't stopped Kentucky forward Rhyne Howard from putting up big numbers.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Blackwood makes 52 saves, Devils beat Blue Jackets 4-3 in SO
NEWARK, N.J. (AP) — While there has been a lot written about No. 1 overall draft selections Nico Hischier and Jack Hughes being the New Jersey Devils' future, there is no doubt rookie goaltender Mackenzie Blackwood is the club's best player.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Jacob's Ladder; Stallings' persistence pays off for Pirates
BRADENTON, Fla. (AP) — The son's stay in town has outlasted the father's. The irony isn't lost on Jacob Stallings.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Marseille closes on Champions League as rivals drop points
PARIS (AP) — Marseille took a big step Sunday toward qualifying for next season's Champions League, winning 2-1 at Lille after another rival Rennes earlier lost 1-0 at Reims.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Walker, Nelson-Ododa lead No. 5 UConn over USF 67-47
TAMPA, Fla. (AP) — South Florida’s Jose Fernandez is puzzled by the chatter about the struggles of the UConn women’s basketball team this season.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Ready for closeup? NASCAR funnyman Bowyer expands Fox gig
DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. (AP) — Clint Bowyer slips into the TV production studio, sweat glistening on his forehead, sits down on a stool and waits for a high-definition camera to move toward his face.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Astros' Baker accepts that no one is moving on from scandal
WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. (AP) — Houston
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
No Worries? PSG coach & captain confident about poor defense
PARIS (AP) — It seems no one is overly worried about Paris Saint-Germain's defending. Certainly not the coach, Thomas Tuchel, or the captain, Thiago Silva.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Kawhi Leonard wins first Kobe Bryant All-Star MVP award
CHICAGO (AP) — Kawhi Leonard made it look effortless, nailing one 3-pointer after another and nearly matching an All-Star Game record.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
No Worries? PSG coach & captain confident about poor defense
PARIS (AP) — It seems no one is overly worried about Paris Saint-Germain's defending. Certainly not the coach, Thomas Tuchel, or the captain, Thiago Silva.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Blackwood makes 52 saves, Devils beat Blue Jackets 4-3 in SO
NEWARK, N.J. (AP) — While there has been a lot written about No. 1 overall draft selections Nico Hischier and Jack Hughes being the New Jersey Devils' future, there is no doubt rookie goaltender Mackenzie Blackwood is the club's best player.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Turris scores late, Predators beat Blues 2-1
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — The Nashville Predators have their first three-game winning streak since October and appear to finally be finding their way under new coach John Hynes as they try to fight their way into the playoff picture.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Howard, No. 18 Kentucky women top No. 6 Mississippi St 73-62
LEXINGTON, Ky. (AP) — A heavily-bandaged left hand hasn't stopped Kentucky forward Rhyne Howard from putting up big numbers.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Boley, No. 3 Oregon women rout Southern California 93-67
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Third-ranked Oregon completed a weekend sweep in Los Angeles, getting comfortable wins over seventh-ranked UCLA and Southern California to extend its 12-game winning streak.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Jacob's Ladder; Stallings' persistence pays off for Pirates
BRADENTON, Fla. (AP) — The son's stay in town has outlasted the father's. The irony isn't lost on Jacob Stallings.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Walker, Nelson-Ododa lead No. 5 UConn over USF 67-47
TAMPA, Fla. (AP) — South Florida’s Jose Fernandez is puzzled by the chatter about the struggles of the UConn women’s basketball team this season.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Vital, Bouknight lead UConn to 64-61 win over Memphis
HARTFORD, Conn. (AP) — Coach Dan Hurley fought back tears as he described the high price his UConn Huskies paid during Sunday's win over Memphis.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
No. 3 Oregon routs Southern California 93-67
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Erin Boley scored 25 points, Ruthy Hebard added 22 and Satou Sabally had 18 to help No. 3 Oregon rout Southern California 93-67 on Sunday for the Ducks' 12th consecutive victory.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Marseille closes on Champions League as rivals drop points
PARIS (AP) — Marseille took a big step Sunday toward qualifying for next season's Champions League, winning 2-1 at Lille after another rival Rennes earlier lost 1-0 at Reims.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
No. 8 Stanford stuns Colorado 69-66 on 40-foot buzzer-beater
BOULDER, Colorado (AP) — Even 40-foot desperation shots take practice.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Walker, Nelson-Odoba lead No. 5 UConn over USF 67-47
TAMPA, Fla. (AP) — Megan Walker scored 21 points and Olivia Nelson-Ododa added 20 Sunday to help No. 5 UConn shrug off a slow start to beat South Florida 67-47 and remain unbeaten in the American Athletic Conference.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Michigan routs Indiana 89-65, helps NCAA Tournament chances
ANN ARBOR, Mich. (AP) — Michigan is rolling again, finding ways to win as it did during a surprising start.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Astros' Baker accepts that no one is moving on from scandal
WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. (AP) — Houston
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Rennes, Lyon lose ground in race for European spots
PARIS (AP) — Rennes and Lyon both dropped points Sunday in their bid for a European place next season. Rennes is in danger of ceding third place in the French league after losing 1-0 at Reims, while Lyon drew 1-1 at home to Strasbourg.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Minor leagues: Player raises shouldn't result in contraction
NEW YORK (AP) — Minor League Baseball says planned salary raises for its players in 2021 paid by Major League Baseball should not lead to contraction, and it has sent a proposal to MLB as part of negotiations for a new agreement between the levels.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Raanta stops 36 shots, Coyotes keep Ovechkin at 698 goals
GLENDALE, Ariz. (AP) — Alex Ovechkin tested Antti Raanta early with a hard slap shot from his customary power-play spot in the left circle. He tried to slip a quick release past Arizona's goalie late and tried shots from all angles, 17 in all.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Bryant casts shadow as NBA's best meet in All-Star Game
CHICAGO (AP) — Kobe Bryant always seemed to be in top form when he stepped onto the court for the NBA All-Star Game. The league's current best will try to match his effort when Team LeBron and Team Giannis meet on Sunday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Pastrnak scores 42nd goal; Bruins roll past Detroit, 4-1
BOSTON (AP) — As well as the Bruins have played this season, one team that had consistently given them problems was the Red Wings.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Alexander's 24 lead No. 23 Creighton in 93-64 rout of DePaul
OMAHA, Neb. (AP) — The good times rolled for Creighton at the start of the second half against DePaul.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Petrusev scores 27, No. 2 Gonzaga extends win streak to 18
MALIBU, Calif. (AP) — Second-ranked Gonzaga hasn't had many ugly wins this season, but Saturday night's game against Pepperdine was something it needed with the NCAA Tournament less than a month away.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Toffoli scores NHL's first outdoor hat trick, Kings beat Avs
AIR FORCE ACADEMY, Col. (AP) — Tyler Toffoli will remember the Los Angeles Kings' 3-1 win over Colorado on Saturday night at the Air Force Academy for so many reasons.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Florida honors Billy Donovan, hammers Vanderbilt 84-66
GAINESVILLE, Fla. (AP) — Florida opened and closed the first half with 3-pointers, a fitting tribute on a night the program honored former coach Billy Donovan.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Hit the road: Shohei Ohtani got driver license in offseason
TEMPE, Ariz. (AP) — Shohei Ohtani doesn't just drive the ball anymore.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Boston's Sale, Verdugo already behind schedule for opener
FORT MYERS, Fla. (AP) —
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Ready for closeup? NASCAR funnyman Bowyer expands Fox gig
DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. (AP) — Clint Bowyer slips into the TV production studio, sweat glistening on his forehead, sits down on a stool and waits for a high-definition camera to move toward his face.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Tearful Donovan back at Florida for court-naming celebration
GAINESVILLE, Fla. (AP) — Former Florida coach Billy Donovan wiped tears from his eyes when he first saw the court that will forever bear his name.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
PSG collapses in 4-4 draw v Amiens before Champs League game
PARIS (AP) — French league leader Paris Saint-Germain's defense collapsed in a 4-4 draw at struggling Amiens on Saturday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Barcelona salvages 2-1 win over Getafe in Spanish league
MADRID (AP) — Overcoming a lackluster performance and benefiting from a video review that took away an early goal from its opponent, Barcelona salvaged a 2-1 victory over gritty Getafe in a match between the second and third teams in the Spanish league on Saturday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Lakers' Davis back in hometown for All-Star Game
CHICAGO (AP) — Anthony Davis knows smooth. He has been making basketball look easy for years, from his early days in his native Chicago all the way through to NBA stardom.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Raanta stops 36 shots, Coyotes keep Ovechkin at 698 goals
GLENDALE, Ariz. (AP) — Alex Ovechkin tested Antti Raanta early with a hard slap shot from his customary power-play spot in the left circle. He tried to slip a quick release past Arizona's goalie late and tried shots from all angles, 17 in all.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Raanta stops 35 shots, Coyotes keep Ovechkin at 698 goals
GLENDALE, Ariz. (AP) — Antti Raanta stopped 35 shots to keep Alex Ovechkin at 698 career goals, Phil Kessel scored early in the third period, and the Arizona Coyotes beat the Washington Capitals 3-1 on Saturday night.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Petrusev scores 27, No. 2 Gonzaga extends win streak to 18
MALIBU, Calif. (AP) — Second-ranked Gonzaga hasn't had many ugly wins this season, but Saturday night's game against Pepperdine was something it needed with the NCAA Tournament less than a month away.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Tearful Donovan back at Florida for court-naming celebration
GAINESVILLE, Fla. (AP) — Former Florida coach Billy Donovan wiped tears from his eyes when he first saw the court that will forever bear his name.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Toffoli scores NHL's first outdoor hat trick, Kings beat Avs
AIR FORCE ACADEMY, Col. (AP) — Tyler Toffoli will remember the Los Angeles Kings' 3-1 win over Colorado on Saturday night at the Air Force Academy for so many reasons.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Florida honors Billy Donovan, hammers Vanderbilt 84-66
GAINESVILLE, Fla. (AP) — Florida opened and closed the first half with 3-pointers, a fitting tribute on a night the program honored former coach Billy Donovan.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Donovan returns to Florida for court-naming celebration
GAINESVILLE, Fla. (AP) — Former Florida coach Billy Donovan wiped tears from his eyes when he first saw the court that will forever bear his name.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Alexander's 24 lead No. 23 Creighton in 93-64 rout of DePaul
OMAHA, Neb. (AP) — The good times rolled for Creighton at the start of the second half against DePaul.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
No. 9 Maryland beats Michigan State 67-60 with 14-0 run
EAST LANSING, Mich. (AP) —
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Harper scores 27, Rutgers beats No. 22 Illinois 72-57
PISCATAWAY, N.J. (AP) — Ron Harper Jr. broke out of his shooting slump with one of those nights where he hit almost everything.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Lewis, Shackelford lead Alabama past No. 25 LSU, 88-82
TUSCALOOSA, Ala. (AP) — LSU couldn't find a way to stop Kira Lewis Jr. and Jaden Shackelford, or to beat Herbert Jones and his one healthy hand to rebounds.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Minor leagues: Player raises shouldn't result in contraction
NEW YORK (AP) — Minor League Baseball says planned salary raises for its players in 2021 paid by Major League Baseball should not lead to contraction, and it has sent a proposal to MLB as part of negotiations for a new agreement between the levels.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Clemson, Newman surprise No. 5 Louisville with 77-62 win
CLEMSON, S.C. (AP) — Clemson's John Newman III had one goal against No. 5 Louisville — stay aggressive.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
No. 1 Baylor tops No. 14 W Virginia 70-59, ties Big 12 mark
WACO, Texas (AP) — Jared Butler scored 16 of his 21 points in the first half, and top-ranked Baylor never trailed while tying the longest winning streak in Big 12 history at 22 games with a 70-59 victory over No. 14 West Virginia on Saturday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Hit the road: Shohei Ohtani got driver license in offseason
TEMPE, Ariz. (AP) — Shohei Ohtani doesn't just drive the ball anymore.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Bryant casts shadow as NBA's best meet in All-Star Game
CHICAGO (AP) — Kobe Bryant always seemed to be in top form when he stepped onto the court for the NBA All-Star Game. The league's current best will try to match his effort when Team LeBron and Team Giannis meet on Sunday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
No. 12 Kentucky edges Mississippi 67-62 for 4th straight win
LEXINGTON, Ky. (AP) — Stringing baskets together was only half the challenge for Kentucky, which also had to counter-punch its way past Mississippi.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Boston's Sale, Verdugo already behind schedule for opener
FORT MYERS, Fla. (AP) —
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Pastrnak scores 42nd goal; Bruins roll past Detroit, 4-1
BOSTON (AP) — As well as the Bruins have played this season, one team that had consistently given them problems was the Red Wings.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Laurent, Boone lead Oklahoma State past No. 24 Texas Tech
STILLWATER, Okla. (AP) — Oklahoma State wore throwback uniforms and got old-school results.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Pssst. Don't ask World Series MVP Strasburg how he's feeling
WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. (AP) — Stephen Strasburg has no interest in engaging in the typical spring training chatter between a pitcher and his manager or coaching staff or GM.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
PSG collapses in 4-4 draw v Amiens before Champs League game
PARIS (AP) — French league leader Paris Saint-Germain's defense collapsed in a 4-4 draw at struggling Amiens on Saturday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Barcelona salvages 2-1 win over Getafe in Spanish league
MADRID (AP) — Overcoming a lackluster performance and benefiting from a video review that took away an early goal from its opponent, Barcelona salvaged a 2-1 victory over gritty Getafe in a match between the second and third teams in the Spanish league on Saturday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Leipzig back on top, Hertha wins 1st game without Klinsmann
BERLIN (AP) — Leipzig reclaimed the Bundesliga’s top spot with a 3-0 win over struggling Werder Bremen, and Matheus Cunha scored on his Hertha Berlin debut to help his new side end a difficult week on a bright note Saturday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
New college baseball wristband rule may thwart sign stealing
A new rule intended to help speed up the game also could thwart attempts to steal signs in college baseball.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
With Betts gone, Red Sox fill holes in OF and at leadoff
FORT MYERS, Fla. (AP) — Win. Dance. Delete.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Second helping of Marte gives D-backs lineup another boost
SCOTTSDALE, Ariz. (AP) — Starling Marte has fond memories of his eight seasons with the Pittsburgh Pirates, especially the stretch from 2013 to 2015 when the franchise made it to the playoffs three straight seasons.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Charles in charge as No. 10 Maryland uses balance to win
COLLEGE PARK, Md. (AP) — After scoring a career-high 36 points in the Big Ten title game last March and tallying 23 in the second round of the NCAA Tournament, Maryland guard Kaila Charles realized flashy numbers bring no satisfaction in defeat.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Indians starter Clevinger has knee surgery, out 6-8 weeks
CLEVELAND (AP) — The Indians are already dealing with adversity before taking the field for their first full-squad workout.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Bridges, Zion lead U.S. over World in Rising Stars Challenge
CHICAGO (AP) — Miles Bridges soared like his boss in Chicago. Zion Williamson delivered his share of
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
With champs in tow, Gibbs stands tall as class of NASCAR
DAYTONA BEACH, Fla (AP) — Joe Gibbs was trying to apologize. His driver won another checkered flag at Daytona — the same track where Gibbs' eponymous race team is the defending Daytona 500 champion — and the 79-year-old wanted to make some things right.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Svechnikov, Mrazek help Hurricanes beat Devils 5-2
RALEIGH, N.C. (AP) — Andrei Svechnikov scored on a perfectly executed rush in the second period to push his point streak to six games and help the Carolina Hurricanes beat the New Jersey Devils 5-2 on Friday night.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
SEC's bubble teams need to start making better impression
Here are a few things to watch in Southeastern Conference basketball this week:
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Georgiev logs 36 saves as Rangers beat Blue Jackets 3-1
COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) — The New York Rangers extended their winning streak to a season-high four games with more late heroics.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Valencia unable to end winless run against Atlético Madrid
MADRID (AP) — Valencia twice came from behind to draw with Atlético Madrid 2-2 at home in the Spanish league on Friday, extending its winless run against Diego Simeone's team to 11 matches in all competitions.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Redskins release CB Josh Norman, WR Paul Richardson
ASHBURN, Va. (AP) — The Washington Redskins on Friday released cornerback Josh Norman with one year left on the big contract he signed in 2016, and wide receiver Paul Richardson after two disappointing, injury-plagued seasons.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Lakers' Davis back in hometown for All-Star Game
CHICAGO (AP) — Anthony Davis knows smooth. He has been making basketball look easy for years, from his early days in his native Chicago all the way through to NBA stardom.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Former Irish national team player Jimmy Conway dies at 73
PORTLAND, Ore. (AP) — Jimmy Conway, a former Irish international whose club career included stops with Fulham and the Portland Timbers, has died from complications of dementia. He was 73.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Ready for closeup? NASCAR funnyman Bowyer expands Fox gig
DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. (AP) — Clint Bowyer slips into the TV production studio, sweat glistening on his forehead, sits down on a stool and waits for a high-definition camera to move toward his face.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Ionescu adds milestone as No. 3 Oregon beats No. 7 UCLA
LOS ANGELES (AP) — With the spotlight and attention that Sabrina Ionescu commands, sometimes Oregon's other top players can be overshadowed. But on a night when Ionescu added another milestone to her amazing collegiate career, Ruthy Hebard had one of her best games of the season.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
No 'Plan B' for Olympics; questions over Chinese presence
TOKYO (AP) — Tokyo Olympic organizers and the International Olympic Committee said Friday there is no “Plan B” for the 2020 Games, which open in just over five months and have been jolted by the outbreak of a virus in neighboring China.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
No. 9 Maryland puts 7-game streak on line at Michigan State
What to watch in Big Ten basketball:
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Mickey Callaway focused on Halos' pitchers after Mets tenure
TEMPE, Ariz. (AP) — Mickey Callaway says his baseball knowledge expanded tremendously during his two seasons as the New York Mets' manager, and the Los Angeles Angels will benefit from his Queens education as he returns to his familiar role as a pitching coach.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Lakers' Davis back in hometown for All-Star Game
CHICAGO (AP) — Anthony Davis knows smooth. He has been making basketball look easy for years, from his early days in his native Chicago all the way through to NBA stardom.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Ready for closeup? NASCAR funnyman Bowyer expands Fox gig
DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. (AP) — Clint Bowyer slips into the TV production studio, sweat glistening on his forehead, sits down on a stool and waits for a high-definition camera to move toward his face.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Ionescu adds milestone as No. 3 Oregon beats No. 7 UCLA
LOS ANGELES (AP) — With the spotlight and attention that Sabrina Ionescu commands, sometimes Oregon's other top players can be overshadowed. But on a night when Ionescu added another milestone to her amazing collegiate career, Ruthy Hebard had one of her best games of the season.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Bridges, Zion lead U.S. over World in Rising Stars Challenge
CHICAGO (AP) — Miles Bridges soared like his boss in Chicago. Zion Williamson delivered his share of
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Bridges leads U.S. over World in Rising Stars Challenge
CHICAGO (AP) — Miles Bridges got the All-Star weekend off to a high-flying start.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Georgiev logs 36 saves as Rangers beat Blue Jackets 3-1
COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) — The New York Rangers extended their winning streak to a season-high four games with more late heroics.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Svechnikov, Mrazek help Hurricanes beat Devils 5-2
RALEIGH, N.C. (AP) — Andrei Svechnikov scored on a perfectly executed rush in the second period to push his point streak to six games and help the Carolina Hurricanes beat the New Jersey Devils 5-2 on Friday night.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Indians starter Clevinger has knee surgery, out 6-8 weeks
CLEVELAND (AP) — The Indians are already dealing with adversity before taking the field for their first full-squad workout.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
With Betts gone, Red Sox fill holes in OF and at leadoff
FORT MYERS, Fla. (AP) — Win. Dance. Delete.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Former Irish national team player Jimmy Conway dies at 73
PORTLAND, Ore. (AP) — Jimmy Conway, a former Irish international whose club career included stops with Fulham and the Portland Timbers, has died from complications of dementia. He was 73.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Mickey Callaway focused on Halos' pitchers after Mets tenure
TEMPE, Ariz. (AP) — Mickey Callaway says his baseball knowledge expanded tremendously during his two seasons as the New York Mets' manager, and the Los Angeles Angels will benefit from his Queens education as he returns to his familiar role as a pitching coach.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Valencia unable to end winless run against Atlético Madrid
MADRID (AP) — Valencia twice came from behind to draw with Atlético Madrid 2-2 at home in the Spanish league on Friday, extending its winless run against Diego Simeone's team to 11 matches in all competitions.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Second helping of Marte gives D-backs lineup another boost
SCOTTSDALE, Ariz. (AP) — Starling Marte has fond memories of his eight seasons with the Pittsburgh Pirates, especially the stretch from 2013 to 2015 when the franchise made it to the playoffs three straight seasons.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Charles in charge as No. 10 Maryland uses balance to win
COLLEGE PARK, Md. (AP) — After scoring a career-high 36 points in the Big Ten title game last March and tallying 23 in the second round of the NCAA Tournament, Maryland guard Kaila Charles realized flashy numbers bring no satisfaction in defeat.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Redskins release CB Josh Norman, WR Paul Richardson
ASHBURN, Va. (AP) — The Washington Redskins on Friday released cornerback Josh Norman with one year left on the big contract he signed in 2016, and wide receiver Paul Richardson after two disappointing, injury-plagued seasons.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
With champs in tow, Gibbs stands tall as class of NASCAR
DAYTONA BEACH, Fla (AP) — Joe Gibbs was trying to apologize. His driver won another checkered flag at Daytona — the same track where Gibbs' eponymous race team is the defending Daytona 500 champion — and the 79-year-old wanted to make some things right.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
'They cheated': Nats GM Rizzo unsatisfied by Astros' apology
WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. (AP) — Count Washington Nationals general manager Mike Rizzo among those not impressed or satisfied by the Houston Astros' attempts to apologize for -- and put behind them -- their sign-stealing scandal.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Marlins could be above average at catcher, at least
JUPITER, Fla. (AP) — Francisco Cervelli says he’s fully recovered from his latest concussion, and Jorge Alfaro says he’s feeling fitter after a winter spent working on the farm and running sprints.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Goodrich: Jordan won fairly in 1988, judges not in cahoots
CHICAGO (AP) — More than three decades later, some details of the classic slam dunk contest showdown between Michael Jordan and Dominique Wilkins are a bit fuzzy to Hall of Famer Gail Goodrich.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Chiefs agree to 3-year deal with Missouri Western for camp
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — The Kansas City Chiefs agreed to a three-year deal with Missouri Western State University to host their training camp, keeping the Super Bowl champions as one of the last NFL teams to take their late-summer workouts on the road.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Blues' Bouwmeester has implant to help regulate heart rhythm
Jay Bouwmeester had surgery Friday to insert a defibrillator to restore his heart's normal rhythm after the St. Louis Blues defenseman collapsed on the bench during a game in Anaheim this week.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
New college baseball wristband rule may thwart sign stealing
A new rule intended to help speed up the game also could thwart attempts to steal signs in college baseball.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Indians starter Mike Clevinger to have left knee surgery
CLEVELAND (AP) — The Indians are already dealing with adversity before taking the field for their first full-squad workout.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
No 'Plan B' for Olympics; questions over Chinese presence
TOKYO (AP) — Tokyo Olympic organizers and the International Olympic Committee said Friday there is no “Plan B” for the 2020 Games, which open in just over five months and have been jolted by the outbreak of a virus in neighboring China.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Steinberg's comeback continues with Super Bowl MVP Mahomes
SAN DIEGO (AP) — The real-life "Jerry Maguire" is riding a nice comeback wave.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Tatum scores 39, Celtics hold off Clippers 141-133 in 2OT
BOSTON (AP) — Jayson Tatum didn't want to smile. But sometimes the moment calls for it.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Bundy welcomes chance to be pitching-poor Angels' workhorse
TEMPE, Ariz. (AP) — Anthony Rendon met many of his new teammates for the first time Thursday during a quick visit to the Los Angeles Angels' clubhouse a few days before their position players' reporting date.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
New-look Rays confident they'll be deeper, better
PORT CHARLOTTE, Fla. (AP) — For a team that didn’t anticipate a lot of change after making the playoffs for the first time in six years, the Tampa Bay Rays have a lot of new faces on the roster entering spring training.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Gallinari, Paul push Thunder past Zion, Pelicans 123-118
NEW ORLEANS (AP) — The veteran savvy of Danilo Gallinari and Chris Paul helped Oklahoma City withstand the latest stirring performance by Pelicans rookie Zion Williamson.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Sticking to script: Bregman, Astros discuss sign stealing
WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. (AP) — Alex Bregman spoke for about 30 seconds and said he was sorry, but did not say why. He said he had learned, but did not say what.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Rakocevic, Mathews rally Southern California past Washington
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Nick Rakocevic and Jonah Mathews realize this is their last opportunity to get Southern California back to the NCAA tournament. With the Trojans season showing signs of spiraling out of control, the seniors came up big when needed to on Thursday night.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
SEC's bubble teams need to start making better impression
Here are a few things to watch in Southeastern Conference basketball this week:
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Steelers confident Roethlisberger can return to form in 2020
PITTSBURGH (AP) — The Pittsburgh Steelers are confident quarterback Ben Roethlisberger's surgically repaired right elbow will be ready to go in time for the 2020 regular season, so confident there are no plans to look around for a proven veteran backup just in case.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Caps rally for 3-2 win over Avs, Ovechkin still at 698 goals
DENVER (AP) — T.J. Oshie's tip with his stick produced the game-winner. It was Nicklas Backstrom's oratory assist that really got the Capitals going.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Indiana uses 3-point flurry to beat No. 21 Iowa, end skid
BLOOMINGTON, Ind. (AP) — Devonte Green started fast Thursday night.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Garland making the most of his opportunity with Coyotes
GLENDALE, Ariz. (AP) — It happens several times a game. Arizona Coyotes right wing Conor Garland appears to be hemmed in by two opponents, jolts to a stop and changes direction in one motion.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Scherzer, Nationals start quietly for World Series champions
WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. (AP) — Max Scherzer grunted and cursed his way to 56 pitches during his first formal bullpen session of spring training -- about 20 more throws than other Washington Nationals starters Thursday, but "standard" for him, the righty said -- and then was asked about ... …
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
No. 9 Maryland puts 7-game streak on line at Michigan State
What to watch in Big Ten basketball:
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Caps rally for 3-2 win over Avs, Ovechkin still at 698 goals
DENVER (AP) — T.J. Oshie's tip with his stick produced the game-winner. It was Nicklas Backstrom's oratory assist that really got the Capitals going.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Tatum scores 39, Celtics hold off Clippers 141-133 in 2OT
BOSTON (AP) — Jayson Tatum didn't want to smile. But sometimes the moment calls for it.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Rakocevic, Mathews rally Southern California past Washington
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Nick Rakocevic and Jonah Mathews realize this is their last opportunity to get Southern California back to the NCAA tournament. With the Trojans season showing signs of spiraling out of control, the seniors came up big when needed to on Thursday night.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Indiana uses 3-point flurry to beat No. 21 Iowa, end skid
BLOOMINGTON, Ind. (AP) — Devonte Green started fast Thursday night.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Gallinari, Paul push Thunder past Zion, Pelicans 123-118
NEW ORLEANS (AP) — The veteran savvy of Danilo Gallinari and Chris Paul helped Oklahoma City withstand the latest stirring performance by Pelicans rookie Zion Williamson.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Boston, Cooke lead No. 1 Gamecocks to 79-53 win over Auburn
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — South Carolina coach Dawn Staley anticipated a bit of a letdown after topping UConn earlier this week.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
No. 10 Maryland routs No. 17 Iowa 93-59 in Big Ten blowout
COLLEGE PARK, Md. (AP) — In a game billed as a showdown for first place, No. 10 Maryland emphatically proved to be the team most deserving of standing alone atop the Big Ten.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
South Carolina receives NCAA notice for basketball program
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — South Carolina became the latest school to receive an NCAA notice of allegations over the federal probe into college basketball.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Bears out of woods to No. 1 with 5 coming together at Baylor
WACO, Texas (AP) — MaCio Teague prefers all the time spent in the gym bonding with his Baylor teammates more than that weekend camping trip.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Steinberg's comeback continues with Super Bowl MVP Mahomes
SAN DIEGO (AP) — The real-life "Jerry Maguire" is riding a nice comeback wave.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Bundy welcomes chance to be pitching-poor Angels' workhorse
TEMPE, Ariz. (AP) — Anthony Rendon met many of his new teammates for the first time Thursday during a quick visit to the Los Angeles Angels' clubhouse a few days before their position players' reporting date.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
New-look Rays confident they'll be deeper, better
PORT CHARLOTTE, Fla. (AP) — For a team that didn’t anticipate a lot of change after making the playoffs for the first time in six years, the Tampa Bay Rays have a lot of new faces on the roster entering spring training.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Scherzer, Nationals start quietly for World Series champions
WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. (AP) — Max Scherzer grunted and cursed his way to 56 pitches during his first formal bullpen session of spring training -- about 20 more throws than other Washington Nationals starters Thursday, but "standard" for him, the righty said -- and then was asked about ... …
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Garland making the most of his opportunity with Coyotes
GLENDALE, Ariz. (AP) — It happens several times a game. Arizona Coyotes right wing Conor Garland appears to be hemmed in by two opponents, jolts to a stop and changes direction in one motion.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Steelers confident Roethlisberger can return to form in 2020
PITTSBURGH (AP) — The Pittsburgh Steelers are confident quarterback Ben Roethlisberger's surgically repaired right elbow will be ready to go in time for the 2020 regular season, so confident there are no plans to look around for a proven veteran backup just in case.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Sticking to script: Bregman, Astros discuss sign stealing
WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. (AP) — Alex Bregman spoke for about 30 seconds and said he was sorry, but did not say why. He said he had learned, but did not say what.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Red Sox 2B Pedroia won't report to spring training on time
FORT MYERS, Fla. (AP) — Injured second baseman Dustin Pedroia won't report to spring training with the rest of the Red Sox position players next week, manager Ron Roenicke said Thursday in somewhat of a eulogy for the former MVP's career.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
1980 Lake Placid Olympics still resonate four decades later
Scott Hamilton gets goosebumps at the mention of Lake Placid.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Neymar injury conceals a bigger concern: PSG's defense
PARIS (AP) — Paris Saint-Germain has more pressing concerns than worrying about whether Neymar will be fit in time to face Borussia Dortmund in the Champions League next week.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
D-backs pitcher Leake has fracture on non-throwing wrist
SCOTTSDALE, Ariz. (AP) — Arizona Diamondbacks right-handed pitcher Mike Leake has a fracture on his non-throwing wrist but still hopes to be ready for the beginning of the regular season.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Dictionary adds controversial definition for Tottenham fans
An alternative meaning for a controversial anti-Semitic epithet often used by fans of English soccer club Tottenham has been included in a list of new entries in a leading dictionary of British English.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Astros' Bregman, Altuve apologize for sign-stealing scheme
WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. (AP) — Avoiding any specifics about their team’s sign-stealing during its 2017 World Series championship season, Houston Astros players Alex Bregman and José Altuve apologized Thursday for the scheme that was investigated and punished by Major League Baseball.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Dictionary includes 'yid' definition for Tottenham fans
An alternative meaning for a controversial anti-Semitic epithet often used by fans of English soccer club Tottenham has been included in a list of new entries in a leading dictionary of British English.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Hertha Berlin ambitions remain despite Klinsmann debacle
BERLIN (AP) — Mixing with the best in Germany, qualifying for the Europa League and reaching the Champions League — Hertha Berlin’s ambition remains despite Jürgen Klinsmann’s resignation as coach after only nine uninspiring Bundesliga games.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Tokyo, IOC officials reiterate that the Olympics are on
TOKYO (AP) — Tokyo Olympic organizers reiterated their message on Thursday at the start of two days of meetings with the International Olympic Committee: The 2020 Games will not be waylaid by the virus that is spreading from neighboring China.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Grimes scores 22, No. 20 Houston holds off USF 62-58
TAMPA, Fla. (AP) — Quentin Grimes to the rescue.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Stunner in the ATL: Ga Tech upsets No. 5 Louisville 64-58
ATLANTA (AP) — Right from the opening tip, Chris Mack fretted that his team just wasn't ready to play.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Colorado scrambling after Tucker leaves for Michigan St
BOULDER, Colo. (AP) — Mel Tucker arrived at Colorado from Georgia, vowing to give Buffs fans a long-forgotten taste of what big-time college football is all about.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Nembhard scores 24 as Gators beat Aggies 78-61
COLLEGE STATION, Texas (AP) — Florida coach Mike White raved about his team's performance on offense after the Gators routed Texas A&M on Wednesday night.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
James' triple double, Davis lead Lakers past Nuggets 120-116
DENVER (AP) — LeBron James wasn't about to coast into the All-Star break, and neither was Anthony Davis.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Devin Booker scores 27 points, Suns top Warriors 112-106
PHOENIX (AP) — Suns guard Devin Booker was serenaded with chants of “All-Star! All-Star!” in the final seconds Wednesday night as he hit two free throws that sealed his team's 112-106 win over the Golden State Warriors.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Shohei Ohtani fine with Angels' plan to delay mound return
TEMPE, Ariz. (AP) — Shohei Ohtani has no problem with the Los Angeles Angels' plan to delay his return to the mound so they can preserve his pitching arm for later in the season.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Michigan State rallies to hire Tucker away from Colorado
EAST LANSING, Mich. (AP) — Mel Tucker recalled making $400 a month when he began his career as a graduate assistant at Michigan State, sleeping under his desk hoping to be noticed when coach Nick Saban walked in or out of the building.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Betts and Price arrive in Los Angeles eager for new starts
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Mookie Betts and David Price finally turned up in Dodgers jerseys on Wednesday, completing the journey from Boston to Los Angeles, where they're expected to help end a World Series title drought dating to 1988.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Doncic shines in return from injury, Mavs beat Kings 130-111
DALLAS (AP) — Before heading to the All-Star game to play with his basketball idol, Luka Doncic returned from injury to test a pairing that's a lot more important to the Dallas Mavericks sensation.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
2 Ohio State football players dismissed amid rape charges
COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) — Two Ohio State University football players were kicked off the team Wednesday after being charged with rape and kidnapping.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Clemson snaps 3-game skid with 72-52 win over erratic Pitt
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Clemson coach Brad Brownell figured his team was due. And in a way, Pittsburgh coach Jeff Capel felt the same.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Blues' Bouwmeester remains hospitalized after bench collapse
ANAHEIM, Calif. (AP) — Jay Bouwmeester remains in Southern California, but the veteran St. Louis Blues defenseman was alert and talking with teammates one day after collapsing on the bench during a game.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
No. 23 Creighton tops 10th-ranked Seton Hall 87-82
NEWARK, N.J. (AP) — There is more to the Big East Conference this season than Seton Hall, Villanova, Butler and Marquette. Watch out for Creighton.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Athletic beats Granada 1-0 in 1st leg of Copa semifinals
MADRID (AP) — Athletic Bilbao moved closer to its fourth Copa del Rey final in 12 years by defeating Granada 1-0 in the first leg of the semifinals on Wednesday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
No. 3 Kansas scores final 9 points, beats No. 14 WVU 58-49
MORGANTOWN, W.Va. (AP) — Kansas caught West Virginia in a rare late lapse at home.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Pacers pull away late to beat Bucks, snap 6-game skid
INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — Malcolm Brogdon flipped the script Wednesday night.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Wesson brothers lift Ohio State over Rutgers 72-66
COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) — Rutgers and Ohio State are prime examples of how difficult it is on win on the road in the Big Ten this year.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Wiley, No. 11 Auburn survive in OT again, 95-91 over Alabama
AUBURN, Ala. (AP) — This time the Auburn Tigers survived a record-setting 3-point barrage in their latest foray into overtime.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Pastrnak gets hat trick, Bruins beat Canadiens 4-1
BOSTON (AP) — David Pastrnak has been one of the Bruins' most reliable scorers this season.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
South Carolina pulls away early, beats reeling Georgia 75-59
ATHENS, Ga. (AP) — South Carolina credits its defense for its growing collection of double-digit Southeastern Conference wins.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Michigan rolls past Northwestern in Howard's 'homecoming'
EVANSTON, Ill. (AP) — Juwan Howard noticed the sea of maize and blue as he scanned the crowd during the national anthem. He had friends and relatives behind the bench, and former teammate Dikembe Mutombo was on hand, too.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Doolittle, Manek lead Oklahoma past Iowa St. 90-61
NORMAN, Okla. (AP) — Oklahoma could have been satisfied with its big win over West Virginia last week or looked ahead to visiting third-ranked Kansas on Saturday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
James' triple double, Davis lead Lakers past Nuggets 120-116
DENVER (AP) — LeBron James posted a triple-double and Anthony Davis scored seven of his 33 points in overtime to push the Los Angeles Lakers past the Denver Nuggets 120-116 Wednesday night.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Devin Booker scores 27 points, Suns top Warriors 112-106
PHOENIX (AP) — Suns guard Devin Booker was serenaded with chants of “All-Star! All-Star!” in the final seconds Wednesday night as he hit two free throws that sealed his team's 112-106 win over the Golden State Warriors.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Stunner in the ATL: Ga Tech upsets No. 5 Louisville 64-58
ATLANTA (AP) — Right from the opening tip, Chris Mack fretted that his team just wasn't ready to play.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Booker scores 27, Suns top Warriors 112-106
PHOENIX (AP) — Devin Booker scored 27 points, Kelly Oubre Jr. added 15 and the Phoenix Suns held on for a 112-106 victory over the Golden State Warriors on Wednesday night.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Grimes scores 22, No. 20 Houston holds off USF 62-58
TAMPA, Fla. (AP) — Quentin Grimes to the rescue.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Michigan rolls past Northwestern in Howard's 'homecoming'
EVANSTON, Ill. (AP) — Juwan Howard noticed the sea of maize and blue as he scanned the crowd during the national anthem. He had friends and relatives behind the bench, and former teammate Dikembe Mutombo was on hand, too.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Doolittle, Manek lead Oklahoma past Iowa St. 90-61
NORMAN, Okla. (AP) — Oklahoma could have been satisfied with its big win over West Virginia last week or looked ahead to visiting third-ranked Kansas on Saturday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Clemson snaps 3-game skid with 72-52 win over erratic Pitt
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Clemson coach Brad Brownell figured his team was due. And in a way, Pittsburgh coach Jeff Capel felt the same.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Nembhard scores 24 as Gators beat Aggies 78-61
COLLEGE STATION, Texas (AP) — Florida coach Mike White raved about his team's performance on offense after the Gators routed Texas A&M on Wednesday night.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Doncic shines in return from injury, Mavs beat Kings 130-111
DALLAS (AP) — Before heading to the All-Star game to play with his basketball idol, Luka Doncic returned from injury to test a pairing that's a lot more important to the Dallas Mavericks sensation.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Pastrnak gets hat trick, Bruins beat Canadiens 4-1
BOSTON (AP) — David Pastrnak has been one of the Bruins' most reliable scorers this season.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Georgia Tech stuns No. 5 Louisville 64-58
ATLANTA (AP) — Moses Wright made a huge block at one end, then powered inside for a basket that helped Georgia Tech pull off a 64-58 upset of No. 5 Louisville on Wednesday night, snapping the Cardinals' 10-game winning streak.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Pacers pull away late to beat Bucks, snap 6-game skid
INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — Malcolm Brogdon flipped the script Wednesday night.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Wiley, No. 11 Auburn survive in OT again, 95-91 over Alabama
AUBURN, Ala. (AP) — This time the Auburn Tigers survived a record-setting 3-point barrage in their latest foray into overtime.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Wesson brothers lift Ohio State over Rutgers 72-66
COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) — Rutgers and Ohio State are prime examples of how difficult it is on win on the road in the Big Ten this year.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
No. 3 Kansas scores final 9 points, beats No. 14 WVU 58-49
MORGANTOWN, W.Va. (AP) — Kansas caught West Virginia in a rare late lapse at home.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
No. 23 Creighton tops 10th-ranked Seton Hall 87-82
NEWARK, N.J. (AP) — There is more to the Big East Conference this season than Seton Hall, Villanova, Butler and Marquette. Watch out for Creighton.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Michigan State rallies to hire Tucker away from Colorado
EAST LANSING, Mich. (AP) — Mel Tucker recalled making $400 a month when he began his career as a graduate assistant at Michigan State, sleeping under his desk hoping to be noticed when coach Nick Saban walked in or out of the building.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
South Carolina pulls away early, beats reeling Georgia 75-59
ATHENS, Ga. (AP) — South Carolina credits its defense for its growing collection of double-digit Southeastern Conference wins.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Shohei Ohtani fine with Angels' plan to delay mound return
TEMPE, Ariz. (AP) — Shohei Ohtani has no problem with the Los Angeles Angels' plan to delay his return to the mound so they can preserve his pitching arm for later in the season.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
2 Ohio State football players dismissed amid rape charges
COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) — Two Ohio State University football players were kicked off the team Wednesday after being charged with rape and kidnapping.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Betts and Price arrive in Los Angeles eager for new starts
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Mookie Betts and David Price finally turned up in Dodgers jerseys on Wednesday, completing the journey from Boston to Los Angeles, where they're expected to help end a World Series title drought dating to 1988.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Pritchard keeps building legacy at Oregon
EUGENE, Ore. (AP) — After Oregon's run to the Sweet 16 last season, guard Payton Pritchard explored going pro. It certainly wasn't a futile exercise.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Meeting MadBum: D-backs relish big left-hander's presence
SCOTTSDALE, Ariz. (AP) — Arizona manager Torey Lovullo had plenty of praise for newly acquired left-hander Madison Bumgarner, calling the four-time All-Star exactly what his team needs at the top of the rotation.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Colorado scrambling after Tucker leaves for Michigan St
BOULDER, Colo. (AP) — Mel Tucker arrived at Colorado from Georgia, vowing to give Buffs fans a long-forgotten taste of what big-time college football is all about.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Blues' Bouwmeester remains hospitalized after bench collapse
ANAHEIM, Calif. (AP) — Jay Bouwmeester remains in Southern California, but the veteran St. Louis Blues defenseman was alert and talking with teammates one day after collapsing on the bench during a game.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Marlins believe throwing more strikes will lead to more wins
JUPITER, Fla. (AP) — Midway through Ryne Stanek's first throwing session of spring training with the Miami Marlins, he was interrupted by pitching coach Mel Stottlemyre Jr.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Athletic beats Granada 1-0 in 1st leg of Copa semifinals
MADRID (AP) — Athletic Bilbao moved closer to its fourth Copa del Rey final in 12 years by defeating Granada 1-0 in the first leg of the semifinals on Wednesday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
NASCAR drivers anticipate changes to Speedweeks next year
DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. (AP) — Speedweeks is facing a significant shakeup.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Klinsmann defends quitting Hertha, suggests power struggle
BERLIN (AP) — Jürgen Klinsmann has defended his abrupt resignation as Hertha Berlin coach and suggested that cultural differences and a power struggle were behind his decision to quit after just nine Bundesliga games.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Bakker impresses in first start as PSG routs Dijon in cup
PARIS (AP) — Defender Mitchel Bakker needed only one minute to impress in his first start for Paris Saint-Germain, when his cross led to an own goal in a 6-1 win at Dijon on Wednesday in the French Cup quarterfinals.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Angels' Stassi apologizes for Astros' sign-stealing scheme
TEMPE, Ariz. (AP) — Max Stassi says he wishes he had done “the right thing” when he learned about the Houston Astros' sign-stealing scheme late in their World Series championship season in 2017.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
No. 9 Maryland rides play of Jalen Smith to top of Big Ten
COLLEGE PARK, Md. (AP) — Maryland's ascent to the top of the Big Ten standings coincides with the heightened effectiveness of sophomore forward Jalen Smith, who's notched seven straight double-doubles and become an intimidating shot-blocker for the resurgent Terrapins.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Roenicke's first day brings news: Sale has pneumonia
FORT MYERS, Fla. (AP) — Ron Roenicke went to his usual locker in the Red Sox clubhouse at the team's spring training complex Wednesday morning and found that his clothes were all gone.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Red Sox prospect Jeter Downs has tough name to live up to
FORT MYERS, Fla. (AP) — Carrying one of the most hated sports names in Boston is already enough of a burden, so Jeter Downs won’t also try to be the guy who replaces Mookie Betts.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Michigan State rallies to hire Colorado coach Mel Tucker
EAST LANSING, Mich. (AP) — Michigan State hired Mel Tucker as its football coach Wednesday, rallying to land a veteran leader with ties to the school who decided to leave Colorado after a single season.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Girls sue to block participation of transgender athletes
HARTFORD, Conn. (AP) — The families of three female high school runners filed a federal lawsuit Wednesday seeking to block transgender athletes in Connecticut from participating in girls sports.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Browns' Garrett reinstated by NFL from indefinite suspension
CLEVELAND (AP) — Myles Garrett is allowed to play and chase quarterbacks again after the NFL reinstated the Browns' star defensive end from his indefinite suspension for a vicious attack on Pittsburgh QB Mason Rudolph last season.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Red Sox prospect Jeter Downs named for rival Yankees' great
FORT MYERS, Fla. (AP) — Carrying one of the most jeered names at Fenway Park is already enough of a burden, so Jeter Downs won’t also try to be the guy who replaces Mookie Betts.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Browns' Garrett reinstated by NFL after 6-game suspension
CLEVELAND (AP) — Browns star defensive end Myles Garrett has been reinstated by the NFL after he was suspended indefinitely for hitting Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Mason Rudolph over the head with a helmet.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
AP Sources: Michigan State hires Colorado coach Mel Tucker
EAST LANSING, Mich. (AP) — Mel Tucker has agreed to lead Michigan State's football program, according to two people familiar with the decision.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Esports league starts strong on ambitious global schedule
NEW YORK (AP) — They stood, they cheered, they booed and they boozed. Turns out, esports fans in New York aren’t much different from their traditional sports counterparts.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Panthers snap 3-game skid with 5-3 win over Devils
NEWARK, N.J. (AP) — Riding a three-game losing streak and fading in the wild-card race, the Florida Panthers needed something to get them going.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Panthers owner says Cam Newton's future depends on health
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) — Panthers owner David Tepper remains noncommittal on Cam Newton's future with the organization, saying it will largely depend on how the quarterback recovers from foot surgery.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Pulock's late goal helps Islanders beat rival Flyers 5-3
NEW YORK (AP) — The New York Islanders kept their composure after letting an early three-goal lead slip away late in the third period. They just went out and regained the advantage to pull out a big win against a charging division rival.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Williamson's 31 points pushes Pelicans past Blazers, 138-117
NEW ORLEANS (AP) — Zion Williamson has recorded his first 30-point performance just nine games into his NBA career.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Poodle perfection: Siba wins best in show at Westminster
NEW YORK (AP) — Primped and poised, Siba the standard poodle owned the ring.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
No. 11 Auburn showing penchant for improbable wins
AUBURN, Ala. (AP) — The Auburn Tigers were down eight points against LSU with 86 seconds left when J'Von McCormick started sinking 3-pointers.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Key's FT lifts Virginia past Notre Dame, 50-49, in OT
CHARLOTTESVILLE, Va. (AP) — In reigning national champion Virginia's battle to get back to the NCAA Tournament, Mamadi Diakite and his teammates are using the memories and experiences of last year and three nail-biter victories as a steadying force.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Blues' D Bouwmeester undergoing tests after cardiac episode
ANAHEIM, Calif. (AP) — St. Louis defenseman Jay Bouwmeester was hospitalized and undergoing tests early Wednesday after suffering a cardiac episode and collapsing on the bench during the first period of the Blues' game against the Ducks.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
No. 9 Maryland edges Nebraska 72-70 for 7th straight victory
COLLEGE PARK, Md. (AP) — Mark Turgeon probably won't spend a whole lot of time watching the replay of his 200th win at Maryland.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Iceland's 'basketball family' chasing dreams at US colleges
Thorir Thorbjarnarson is one of the key pieces in Fred Hoiberg's building project at Nebraska.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Mitchell, No. 4 SDSU beat New Mexico 82-59, win MWC title
SAN DIEGO (AP) — The San Diego State Aztecs won the Mountain West Conference championship, were showered with confetti, cut down a net at Viejas Arena, doused coach Brian Dutcher with Gatorade and then reset their goals.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Rantanen, Grubauer lead Avalanche to 3-0 win over Senators
DENVER (AP) — Mikko Rantanen scored in the first period following a terrific twirl move, Philipp Grubauer stopped 34 shots for his second shutout of the season and the high-flying Colorado Avalanche beat the Ottawa Senators 3-0 on Tuesday night.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
AP source: González, Mariners agree to minor league deal
The Mariners are adding depth to their outfield. agreeing Tuesday to a minor league contract with former All-Star Carlos González, according to a person with knowledge of the deal.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Bouwmeester alert following collapse, Ducks-Blues postponed
ANAHEIM, Calif. (AP) — St. Louis defenseman Jay Bouwmeester was conscious and alert after suffering a cardiac episode and collapsing on the bench during the first period of Tuesday's game against the Anaheim Ducks.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Toppin's 22 points lead No. 6 Dayton over Rhode Island 81-67
DAYTON, Ohio (AP) — Obi Toppin saw his younger brother, Jacob, going up for a shot. Dayton's fabulous forward stretch out his long arm and swatted it away.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
No. 13 Penn State relies on 3-point flurry to win at Purdue
WEST LAFAYETTE, Ind. (AP) — Seth Lundy delivered a flurry of first-half scoring punches.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Harris, No. 1 South Carolina earn first win over UConn 70-52
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — South Carolina's Tyasha Harris really thought coming in she wasn't bothered by her losing history against UConn.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Wild's Guerin: 'If there is quit, there will be more trades'
ST. PAUL, Minn. (AP) — Minnesota general manager Bill Guerin, after trading one of the team's most productive players, said he's still expecting the Wild to make a strong push for the postseason.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
No. 12 Kentucky rallies from 14 down, beats Vanderbilt 78-64
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — Kentucky coach John Calipari watched his Wildcats fall behind by as many as 14 points in the first half and enter the locker room down with their biggest deficit of the season on the road at Vanderbilt.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Tennessee wins 82-61 as Arkansas suffers 3rd straight loss
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — Tennessee’s defense stopped its slump and continued Arkansas’ slide.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
New faces aplenty as spring training begins
FORT MYERS, Fla. (AP) — The crack of the bat at spring training camps replaced the sound of trash can lids banging in homemade YouTube videos as baseball emerged from its winter of cheating scandals and salary dumps to bask in the Florida and Arizona sun.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Louisville, defending champ Vandy college baseball favorites
With almost all of its pitching staff back from the team that made the program's deepest postseason run, Louisville begins the season Friday ranked No. 1 in three of the six major polls.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Richardson, Simmons lead 76ers past Clippers 110-103
PHILADELPHIA (AP) — Ben Simmons and Joel Embiid kept the Philadelphia 76ers close until Josh Richardson took over.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Fiala has goal, 2 assists as Wild beat Golden Knights 4-0
ST. PAUL, Minn. (AP) — Kevin Fiala's potential has largely gone unfulfilled, a fast-skating, slick-handed forward with not nearly enough goals to match his skills.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
NCAA's Emmert presses Senate for 'guardrails' on athlete pay
WASHINGTON (AP) — NCAA President Mark Emmert urged Congress to put restrictions on college athletes' ability to earn money from endorsements, telling a Senate committee Tuesday federal action is needed to “maintain uniform standards in college sports” amid player-friendly laws approved in California and under consideration in other states.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Red Sox make Roenicke interim manager; 'permanency' on hold
FORT MYERS, Fla. (AP) — It took Ron Roenicke almost five years to get another chance as a major league manager.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Gourde lifts Lightning over Pens 2-1 in OT for 8th straight
PITTSBURGH (AP) — The puck ended up on Yanni Gourde's stick and for a split second, the only thing the Tampa Bay Lightning forward felt was a sense of panic.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Ten players to watch in college baseball in 2020
Ten players to watch in college baseball this season:
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Maddon intrigued by Ohtani, focused on future with Angels
TEMPE, Ariz. (AP) — Three days after Joe Maddon's 66th birthday, the Los Angeles Angels' new manager sat down in a familiar spring training complex and reminded everybody he was into two-way players before they were cool.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Harden, Westbrook help Rockets beat Celtics 116-105
HOUSTON (AP) — After James Harden and Russell Westbrook combined for 78 points Tuesday night, Harden was asked just how dangerous this combination can be when it gets rolling.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Mitchell, No. 4 SDSU beat New Mexico 82-59, win MWC title
SAN DIEGO (AP) — Junior forward Matt Mitchell had 22 points and 12 rebounds for his first double-double and scored his 1,000 career point for No. 4 San Diego State, which beat New Mexico 82-59 Tuesday night to win the Mountain West Conference championship and remain the nation’s only undefeated …
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Harden, Westbrook help Rockets beat Celtics 116-105
HOUSTON (AP) — After James Harden and Russell Westbrook combined for 78 points Tuesday night, Harden was asked just how dangerous this combination can be when it gets rolling.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Bouwmeester alert following collapse, Ducks-Blues postponed
ANAHEIM, Calif. (AP) — St. Louis defenseman Jay Bouwmeester was conscious and alert after suffering a cardiac episode and collapsing on the bench during the first period of Tuesday's game against the Anaheim Ducks.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Rantanen, Grubauer lead Avalanche to 3-0 win over Senators
DENVER (AP) — Mikko Rantanen scored in the first period following a terrific twirl move, Philipp Grubauer stopped 34 shots for his second shutout of the season and the high-flying Colorado Avalanche beat the Ottawa Senators 3-0 on Tuesday night.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Poodle perfection: Siba wins best in show at Westminster
NEW YORK (AP) — Primped and poised, Siba the standard poodle owned the ring.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Key's FT lifts Virginia past Notre Dame, 50-49, in OT
CHARLOTTESVILLE, Va. (AP) — In reigning national champion Virginia's battle to get back to the NCAA Tournament, Mamadi Diakite and his teammates are using the memories and experiences of last year and three nail-biter victories as a steadying force.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
No. 9 Maryland edges Nebraska 72-70 for 7th straight victory
COLLEGE PARK, Md. (AP) — Mark Turgeon probably won't spend a whole lot of time watching the replay of his 200th win at Maryland.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Bouwmeester collapses on bench, Ducks-Blues postponed
ANAHEIM, Calif. (AP) — St. Louis defenseman Jay Bouwmeester collapsed on the bench during a break in play in the first period, prompting the Blues and Anaheim Ducks to postpone their game Tuesday night.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Williamson's 31 points pushes Pelicans past Blazers, 138-117
NEW ORLEANS (AP) — Zion Williamson has recorded his first 30-point performance just nine games into his NBA career.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Fiala has goal, 2 assists as Wild beat Golden Knights 4-0
ST. PAUL, Minn. (AP) — Kevin Fiala's potential has largely gone unfulfilled, a fast-skating, slick-handed forward with not nearly enough goals to match his skills.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Pulock's late goal helps Islanders beat rival Flyers 5-3
NEW YORK (AP) — The New York Islanders kept their composure after letting an early three-goal lead slip away late in the third period. They just went out and regained the advantage to pull out a big win against a charging division rival.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Gourde lifts Lightning over Pens 2-1 in OT for 8th straight
PITTSBURGH (AP) — The puck ended up on Yanni Gourde's stick and for a split second, the only thing the Tampa Bay Lightning forward felt was a sense of panic.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Toppin's 22 points lead No. 6 Dayton over Rhode Island 81-67
DAYTON, Ohio (AP) — Obi Toppin saw his younger brother, Jacob, going up for a shot. Dayton's fabulous forward stretch out his long arm and swatted it away.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Panthers snap 3-game skid with 5-3 win over Devils
NEWARK, N.J. (AP) — Riding a three-game losing streak and fading in the wild-card race, the Florida Panthers needed something to get them going.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Richardson, Simmons lead 76ers past Clippers 110-103
PHILADELPHIA (AP) — Ben Simmons and Joel Embiid kept the Philadelphia 76ers close until Josh Richardson took over.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Tennessee wins 82-61 as Arkansas suffers 3rd straight loss
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — Tennessee’s defense stopped its slump and continued Arkansas’ slide.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
No. 12 Kentucky rallies from 14 down, beats Vanderbilt 78-64
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — Kentucky coach John Calipari watched his Wildcats fall behind by as many as 14 points in the first half and enter the locker room down with their biggest deficit of the season on the road at Vanderbilt.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
No. 13 Penn State relies on 3-point flurry to win at Purdue
WEST LAFAYETTE, Ind. (AP) — Seth Lundy delivered a flurry of first-half scoring punches.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Wild's Guerin: 'If there is quit, there will be more trades'
ST. PAUL, Minn. (AP) — Minnesota general manager Bill Guerin, after trading one of the team's most productive players, said he's still expecting the Wild to make a strong push for the postseason.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Red Sox make Roenicke interim manager; 'permanency' on hold
FORT MYERS, Fla. (AP) — It took Ron Roenicke almost five years to get another chance as a major league manager.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Maddon intrigued by Ohtani, focused on future with Angels
TEMPE, Ariz. (AP) — Three days after Joe Maddon's 66th birthday, the Los Angeles Angels' new manager sat down in a familiar spring training complex and reminded everybody he was into two-way players before they were cool.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Panthers owner says Cam Newton's future depends on health
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) — Panthers owner David Tepper remains noncommittal on Cam Newton's future with the organization, saying it will largely depend on how the quarterback recovers from foot surgery.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
No. 11 Auburn showing penchant for improbable wins
AUBURN, Ala. (AP) — The Auburn Tigers were down eight points against LSU with 86 seconds left when J'Von McCormick started sinking 3-pointers.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
New faces aplenty as spring training begins
FORT MYERS, Fla. (AP) — The crack of the bat at spring training camps replaced the sound of trash can lids banging in homemade YouTube videos as baseball emerged from its winter of cheating scandals and salary dumps to bask in the Florida and Arizona sun.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Red Sox promote Ron Roenicke to interim manager
FORT MYERS, Fla. (AP) — Red Sox promote Ron Roenicke to interim manager.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
AP source: González, Mariners agree to minor league deal
The Mariners are adding depth to their outfield. agreeing Tuesday to a minor league contract with former All-Star Carlos González, according to a person with knowledge of the deal.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
NCAA's Emmert presses Senate for 'guardrails' on athlete pay
WASHINGTON (AP) — NCAA President Mark Emmert urged Congress to put restrictions on college athletes' ability to earn money from endorsements, telling a Senate committee Tuesday federal action is needed to “maintain uniform standards in college sports” amid player-friendly laws approved in California and under consideration in other states.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
AP Source: Red Sox cheating probe will stretch into spring
FORT MYERS, Fla. (AP) — Major League Baseball will not have a decision in the Boston Red Sox sign-stealing investigation this week, a person with knowledge of the probe told The Associated Press, meaning the team will open spring training without knowing if it will be punished.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Hamels eager to fill leadership void on young Braves staff
ATLANTA (AP) — The Atlanta Braves need new veteran leadership for a rotation that has lost Julio Teheran and Dallas Keuchel.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Ten players to watch in college baseball in 2020
Ten players to watch in college baseball this season:
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Louisville, defending champ Vandy college baseball favorites
With almost all of its pitching staff back from the team that made the program's deepest postseason run, Louisville begins the season Friday ranked No. 1 in three of the six major polls.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Klinsmann quits as Hertha Berlin coach, leaves club in chaos
BERLIN (AP) — Jürgen Klinsmann surprisingly resigned as coach of Hertha Berlin on Tuesday after only nine Bundesliga games.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Mavericks sign Kidd-Gilchrist after buyout with Hornets
DALLAS (AP) — The Dallas Mavericks added veteran Michael Kidd-Gilchrist to their young core Tuesday as they close in on the franchise's first trip to the playoffs in four years.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Harris, No. 1 South Carolina earn first win over UConn 70-52
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — South Carolina's Tyasha Harris really thought coming in she wasn't bothered by her losing history against UConn.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Swedish star fronts skateboarding's move to mainstream
MALMO, Sweden (AP) — Oskar Rozenberg nonchalantly drifts around the skate park before unleashing a series of high-energy tricks — mounting a wall, sliding down a railing with his arms outstretched, vaulting a stairwell, accelerating into a ramp and giving it some air.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Klinsmann resigns as Hertha coach after 9 Bundesliga games
BERLIN (AP) — Jürgen Klinsmann surprisingly resigned as coach of Hertha Berlin on Tuesday after only nine Bundesliga games.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Ahmed, D-backs agree to $32.5 million, 4-year deal
PHOENIX (AP) — The Arizona Diamondbacks capped a busy offseason by locking down their two-time Gold Glove shortstop, who has slowly turned into a solid offensive threat.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
AP Exclusive: NCAA, 2 conferences spend $750,000 on lobbying
WASHINGTON (AP) — As Congress considers whether to allow college athletes to receive endorsement money, the NCAA and its allies spent at least $750,000 last year lobbying lawmakers to shape any reforms to the organization's liking.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
College athletes honored with award for overcoming adversity
STORRS, Conn. (AP) — Eastern Connecticut runner Samara Johnson doesn't want people to feel sorry for her.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
AP Source: Browns star Garrett meets with NFL about return
CLEVELAND (AP) — Suspended Browns star defensive end Myles Garrett met Monday with NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell to discuss his possible reinstatement, a person familiar with the meeting told The Associated Press.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
'Pine Tar Game' items headed to auction later this month
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — Nearly three decades ago, Royals star George Brett raced out of the visiting dugout at Yankee Stadium and got in the face of rookie umpire Tim McClelland, instantly transforming what had been a run-of-the-mill regular-season game in mid-July into an iconic moment in baseball history.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
New 'smart mound' can help analyze pitchers' efficiency
FARMINGTON, Conn. (AP) — Central Connecticut pitcher Michael Delease was throwing fastballs inside the Center for Motion Analysis and wasn't getting much movement on his pitches.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Tenth-ranked UCLA women hold off Cal 74-70 in overtime
BERKELEY, Calif. (AP) — Cori Close will challenge her UCLA women to rebound better, a glaring area that nearly cost the Bruins an important road win.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Happy meal: Poodle stops for fast food, wins at Westminster
NEW YORK (AP) — Chic and strong-headed, Siba the black standard poodle will only eat chicken — no meat, no veggies, not even turkey. That became a problem when handler Crystal Murray-Clas couldn't find any at the Westminster Kennel Club show Monday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Angels GM Eppler: Big trade with Dodgers not happening
ANAHEIM, Calif. (AP) — The Los Angeles Angels' proposed trade with the Los Angeles Dodgers is officially off.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Pflueger's 18 lead Notre Dame to 61-57 win at Clemson
CLEMSON, S.C. (AP) — Notre Dame coach Mike Brey thought coming into the season his team had the experience and savvy to contend in the Atlantic Coast Conference.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Rams announce hiring of 3 new coordinators on McVay's staff
LOS ANGELES (AP) — The Los Angeles Rams have hired Denver outside linebackers coach Brandon Staley as their new defensive coordinator.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Dodgers, Red Sox finish deal; Betts and Price headed West
FORT MYERS, Fla. (AP) — Mookie Betts and David Price are Los Angeles Dodgers.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
AP source: Mavs adding Kidd-Gilchrist after Charlotte buyout
DALLAS (AP) — The Dallas Mavericks are set to add veteran Michael Kidd-Gilchrist to their young core as they close in on the franchise's first trip to the playoffs in four years.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Harris, No. 1 South Carolina win first ever over UConn 70-52
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — South Carolina's Tyasha Harris really thought coming in she wasn't bothered by her losing history against UConn.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Penguins acquire forward Zucker from Wild for Galchenyuk
PITTSBURGH (AP) — The Pittsburgh Penguins have acquired veteran forward Jason Zucker from Minnesota, giving the Penguins' top-six forward group a jolt as they prepare for a postseason push.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Rondo, Davis lead Lakers to 125-100 rout of Suns
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Rajon Rondo's Los Angeles Lakers teammates have been encouraging him to be more aggressive and shoot the ball instead of trying to distribute it to everyone. On Monday night, he took the advice to heart.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Dinwiddie's basket gives Nets win, Pacers 6th straight loss
INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — Spencer Dinwiddie struggled to find his shooting touch Monday night.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Chargers QB Rivers will enter free agency after 16 seasons
COSTA MESA, Calif. (AP) — Philip Rivers' 16-year career with the Chargers has come to an end.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Surprising Grizzlies ahead of team's rebuilding schedule
MEMPHIS, Tenn. (AP) — The Memphis Grizzlies' rebuilding plan is ahead of even the most optimistic schedule,
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Clarkson, perfect Gobert help Jazz beat Mavericks 123-119
DALLAS (AP) — Another perfect night for Rudy Gobert against Dallas didn't feel much like one with a lead slipping away in the third quarter.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Kucherov's OT goal lifts Lightning over Blue Jackets 2-1
COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) — The extra incentive to win was evident in the amped-up intensity, extra pushing and shoving, and scattered punches exchanged between the Tampa Bay Lightning and Columbus Blue Jackets.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Finally, Dodgers, Twins finalize Maeda-Graterol deal
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — The Minnesota Twins and Los Angeles Dodgers have finalized their trade sending starting pitcher Kenta Maeda to the Twins and bullpen prospect Brusdar Graterol to the Dodgers.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Flames use fast start to beat Sharks 6-2
SAN JOSE, Calif. (AP) — Milan Lucic and Tobias Rieder scored in a span of 34 seconds early in the first period, Matthew Tkachuk added a highlight-reel tally in the third, and the Calgary Flames beat the San Jose Sharks 6-2 on Monday night.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Luke Fickell tells Michigan State he's staying at Cincinnati
CINCINNATI (AP) — Coach Luke Fickell informed Michigan State on Monday that he's decided to stay at Cincinnati, leaving the Spartans to resume their search to find Mark Dantonio's replacement.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
AP source: Mavs adding Kidd-Gilchrist after Charlotte buyout
DALLAS (AP) — The Dallas Mavericks are set to add veteran Michael Kidd-Gilchrist to their young core as they close in on the franchise's first trip to the playoffs in four years.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Flames use fast start to beat Sharks 6-2
SAN JOSE, Calif. (AP) — Milan Lucic and Tobias Rieder scored in a span of 34 seconds early in the first period, Matthew Tkachuk added a highlight-reel tally in the third, and the Calgary Flames beat the San Jose Sharks 6-2 on Monday night.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Rondo, Davis lead Lakers to 125-100 rout of Suns
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Rajon Rondo's Los Angeles Lakers teammates have been encouraging him to be more aggressive and shoot the ball instead of trying to distribute it to everyone. On Monday night, he took the advice to heart.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Happy meal: Poodle stops for fast food, wins at Westminster
NEW YORK (AP) — Chic and strong-headed, Siba the black standard poodle will only eat chicken — no meat, no veggies, not even turkey. That became a problem when handler Crystal Murray-Clas couldn't find any at the Westminster Kennel Club show Monday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Clarkson, perfect Gobert help Jazz beat Mavericks 123-119
DALLAS (AP) — Another perfect night for Rudy Gobert against Dallas didn't feel much like one with a lead slipping away in the third quarter.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Kucherov's OT goal lifts Lightning over Blue Jackets 2-1
COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) — The extra incentive to win was evident in the amped-up intensity, extra pushing and shoving, and scattered punches exchanged between the Tampa Bay Lightning and Columbus Blue Jackets.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
AP Exclusive: NCAA, 2 conferences spend $750,000 on lobbying
WASHINGTON (AP) — As Congress considers whether to allow college athletes to receive endorsement money, the NCAA and its allies spent at least $750,000 last year lobbying lawmakers to shape any reforms to the organization's liking.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Penguins acquire forward Zucker from Wild for Galchenyuk
PITTSBURGH (AP) — The Pittsburgh Penguins have acquired veteran forward Jason Zucker from Minnesota, giving the Penguins' top-six forward group a jolt as they prepare for a postseason push.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Dinwiddie's basket gives Nets win, Pacers 6th straight loss
INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — Spencer Dinwiddie struggled to find his shooting touch Monday night.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Finally, Dodgers, Twins finalize Maeda-Graterol deal
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — The Minnesota Twins and Los Angeles Dodgers have finalized their trade sending starting pitcher Kenta Maeda to the Twins and bullpen prospect Brusdar Graterol to the Dodgers.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Dodgers, Red Sox finish deal; Betts and Price headed West
FORT MYERS, Fla. (AP) — Mookie Betts and David Price are Los Angeles Dodgers.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Harris, No. 1 South Carolina win first ever over UConn 70-52
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — South Carolina's Tyasha Harris really thought coming in she wasn't bothered by her losing history against UConn.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Ahmed, D-backs agree to $32.5 million, 4-year deal
PHOENIX (AP) — The Arizona Diamondbacks capped a busy offseason by locking down their two-time Gold Glove shortstop, who has slowly turned into a solid offensive threat.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Surprising Grizzlies ahead of team's rebuilding schedule
MEMPHIS, Tenn. (AP) — The Memphis Grizzlies' rebuilding plan is ahead of even the most optimistic schedule,
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
AP Exclusive: NCAA, allies spend nearly $1M on Capitol Hill
WASHINGTON (AP) — As Congress considers whether to allow college athletes to receive endorsement money, the NCAA and its allies spent nearly $1 million last year lobbying lawmakers to shape any reforms to the organization's liking.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Superheroes, rock stars, good boys/girls rule at Westminster
NEW YORK (AP) — Thor the bulldog got a superhero's welcome at the Westminster Kennel Club show Monday. More of the same was expected at Madison Square Garden in the group competition later that night.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Luke Fickell tells Michigan State he's staying at Cincinnati
CINCINNATI (AP) — Coach Luke Fickell informed Michigan State on Monday that he's decided to stay at Cincinnati, leaving the Spartans to resume their search to find Mark Dantonio's replacement.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
AP Source: Browns star Garrett meets with NFL about return
CLEVELAND (AP) — Suspended Browns star defensive end Myles Garrett met Monday with NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell to discuss his possible reinstatement, a person familiar with the meeting told The Associated Press.
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Angels GM Eppler: Big trade with Dodgers not happening
ANAHEIM, Calif. (AP) — The Los Angeles Angels' proposed trade with the Los Angeles Dodgers is officially off.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Rams announce hiring of 3 new coordinators on McVay's staff
LOS ANGELES (AP) — The Los Angeles Rams have hired Denver outside linebackers coach Brandon Staley as their new defensive coordinator.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
'Pine Tar Game' items headed to auction later this month
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — Nearly three decades ago, Royals star George Brett raced out of the visiting dugout at Yankee Stadium and got in the face of rookie umpire Tim McClelland, instantly transforming what had been a run-of-the-mill regular-season game in mid-July into an iconic moment in baseball history.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Chargers QB Rivers will enter free agency after 16 seasons
COSTA MESA, Calif. (AP) — Philip Rivers' 16-year career with the Chargers has come to an end.
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New 'smart mound' can help analyze pitchers' efficiency
FARMINGTON, Conn. (AP) — Central Connecticut pitcher Michael Delease was throwing fastballs inside the Center for Motion Analysis and wasn't getting much movement on his pitches.
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College athletes honored with award for overcoming adversity
STORRS, Conn. (AP) — Eastern Connecticut runner Samara Johnson doesn't want people to feel sorry for her.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Old problems undermining Dortmund's Bundesliga title bid
BERLIN (AP) — Erling Haaland’s sensational start only papered over the cracks at Borussia Dortmund.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Inter and Lazio posing serious threat to Juve's 8-year reign
ROME (AP) — All of a sudden, it’s a three-way race for the Serie A title.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
With set pieces, Barcelona finds a way to get back on track
MADRID (AP) — Under pressure and needing a victory, Barcelona didn’t mind leaving aside its ball-possession game for a while.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
AP Source: Red Sox will send Betts, Price to Dodgers
BOSTON (AP) — Two days before the start of spring training, the Boston Red Sox have again agreed to send 2018 AL MVP Mookie Betts and pitcher David Price to the Los Angeles Dodgers in a reworked deal, a person with knowledge of the negotiations told The Associated Press on …
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Tenth-ranked UCLA women hold off Cal 74-70 in overtime
BERKELEY, Calif. (AP) — Cori Close will challenge her UCLA women to rebound better, a glaring area that nearly cost the Bruins an important road win.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Barca, Real Madrid rebound with wins after Copa eliminations
MADRID (AP) — Real Madrid and Barcelona rebounded from disappointing Copa del Rey eliminations with away victories in the Spanish league on Sunday to continue their closely fought title race.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
No. 1 Baylor beats Oklahoma State 78-70 for 20th win in row
WACO, Texas (AP) — MaCio Teague felt like he was in the quiet of a practice gym when he stood at the free throw line for No. 1 Baylor in the closing seconds. And he kept making them.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
A hijab and Azawakh hounds: Westminster dog show's new faces
NEW YORK (AP) — Dressed in hot pink and a colorful hijab, crouched down close to Ring 1 to cheer on the hounds, Aliya Taylor clearly stood out.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Murray scores 36, Nuggets finish season sweep over Suns
PHOENIX (AP) — Jamal Murray poured in the points for the Nuggets, Torrey Craig stopped the Suns from scoring them and Denver finished off a season sweep of Phoenix.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Pflueger's 18 lead Notre Dame to 61-57 win at Clemson
CLEMSON, S.C. (AP) — Notre Dame coach Mike Brey thought coming into the season his team had the experience and savvy to contend in the Atlantic Coast Conference.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Giannis just misses triple-double, Bucks beat Magic 111-95
ORLANDO, Fla. (AP) — A slow start didn't help Giannis Antetokounmpo's shot at NBA history, but the Milwaukee Bucks are hardly a one-man show.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
No. 2 Gonzaga hands St. Mary's biggest home loss since 2001
MORAGA, Calif. (AP) — Gonzaga coach Mark Few could find almost nothing to complain about. Saint Mary's coach Randy Bennett saw nothing redeeming.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
No. 1 Gamecocks, Staley seeking end to UConn losing streak
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — Dawn Staley has accomplished many things in her 12 seasons as coach at South Carolina. Beating UConn, the game's most dominant program in that stretch, is not among them.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Syracuse beats No. 5 Louisville 59-51
SYRACUSE, N.Y. (AP) — Quentin Hillsman fought back his emotions after a signature win — for the coach and his program.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Runaway leader PSG beats Lyon 4-2 despite shaky defending
PARIS (AP) — Runaway French league leader Paris Saint-Germain overcame another shaky performance in defense to beat Lyon 4-2 on Sunday and restore its 12-point lead over second-place Marseille.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Women's hockey looks to keep momentum after Rivalry Series
ANAHEIM, Calif. (AP) — Women's hockey has been in the spotlight the past couple weeks with the Rivalry Series and the NHL's All-Star weekend.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
LeBron James scores 22 points, Lakers beat Warriors 125-120
SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — Steve Kerr's instructions for Andrew Wiggins before his first game with Golden State were simple and basic: Sprint the floor.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
AP source: Dodgers, Twins, Sox divvy Betts deal into 2 swaps
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — Moving Mookie Betts out of Boston proved to be quite the task for the cost-cutting Red Sox.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
Bouknight leads UConn to overtime upset of Cincinnati
STORRS, Conn. (AP) — UConn coach Dan Hurley said his team desperately needed to win a close game.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO
AP Source: Red Sox will send Betts, Price to Dodgers
BOSTON (AP) — Two days before the start of spring training, the Boston Red Sox have again agreed to send 2018 AL MVP Mookie Betts and pitcher David Price to the Los Angeles Dodgers in a reworked deal, a person with knowledge of the negotiations told The Associated Press on …
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
AP source: Dodgers, Twins, Sox divvy Betts deal into 2 swaps
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — Moving Mookie Betts out of Boston proved to be quite the task for the cost-cutting Red Sox.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Women's hockey looks to keep momentum after Rivalry Series
ANAHEIM, Calif. (AP) — Women's hockey has been in the spotlight the past couple weeks with the Rivalry Series and the NHL's All-Star weekend.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Pflueger's 18 lead Notre Dame to 61-57 win at Clemson
CLEMSON, S.C. (AP) — Notre Dame coach Mike Brey thought coming into the season his team had the experience and savvy to contend in the Atlantic Coast Conference.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
A hijab and Azawakh hounds: Westminster dog show's new faces
NEW YORK (AP) — Dressed in hot pink and a colorful hijab, crouched down close to Ring 1 to cheer on the hounds, Aliya Taylor clearly stood out.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Tenth-ranked UCLA women hold off Cal 74-70 in overtime
BERKELEY, Calif. (AP) — Cori Close will challenge her UCLA women to rebound better, a glaring area that nearly cost the Bruins an important road win.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
AP source: Dodgers, Twins agree on Maeda, Graterol deal
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — The Minnesota Twins agreed Sunday to send bullpen prospect Brusdar Graterol to the Los Angeles Dodgers for starting pitcher Kenta Maeda, according to a person with direct knowledge of the deal, five days after
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Barca, Real Madrid rebound with wins after Copa eliminations
MADRID (AP) — Real Madrid and Barcelona rebounded from disappointing Copa del Rey eliminations with away victories in the Spanish league on Sunday to continue their closely fought title race.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Runaway leader PSG beats Lyon 4-2 despite shaky defending
PARIS (AP) — Runaway French league leader Paris Saint-Germain overcame another shaky performance in defense to beat Lyon 4-2 on Sunday and restore its 12-point lead over second-place Marseille.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Syracuse beats No. 5 Louisville 59-51
SYRACUSE, N.Y. (AP) — Quentin Hillsman fought back his emotions after a signature win — for the coach and his program.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Bouknight leads UConn to overtime upset of Cincinnati
STORRS, Conn. (AP) — UConn coach Dan Hurley said his team desperately needed to win a close game.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
No. 1 Gamecocks, Staley seeking end to UConn losing streak
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — Dawn Staley has accomplished many things in her 12 seasons as coach at South Carolina. Beating UConn, the game's most dominant program in that stretch, is not among them.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Isak scores again as Sociedad beats Athletic in Basque derby
MADRID (AP) — Young Sweden striker Alexander Isak added to his impressive scoring run by netting an 83rd-minute winner in Real Sociedad's 2-1 win over Athletic Bilbao in the Basque Country derby on Sunday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
No. 1 Baylor beats Oklahoma State 78-70 for 20th win in row
WACO, Texas (AP) — MaCio Teague felt like he was in the quiet of a practice gym when he stood at the free throw line for No. 1 Baylor in the closing seconds. And he kept making them.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Ancelotti effect kicking in at in-form Everton
Carlo Ancelotti’s priority upon taking over at Everton just before Christmas was to get the team out of relegation danger in the English Premier League.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Payet scores as 2nd-place Marseille moves clear of Rennes
PARIS (AP) — Dimitri Payet scored his second spectacular goal of the week to help second-placed Marseille beat Toulouse 1-0 in the French league on Saturday and extend its unbeaten run to 16 games overall.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Blackwood gets 2nd straight shutout, Devils beat Kings 3-0
NEWARK, N.J. (AP) — Mackenzie Blackwood is starting to play his best hockey of the season and so are the New Jersey Devils.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Struggling Hornets waive forwards Kidd-Gilchrist, Williams
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) — The Hornets waived former No. 2 overall pick Michael Kidd-Gilchrist and 15-year NBA veteran Marvin Williams on Saturday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Murray scores 36, Nuggets finish season sweep over Suns
PHOENIX (AP) — Jamal Murray poured in the points for the Nuggets, Torrey Craig stopped the Suns from scoring them and Denver finished off a season sweep of Phoenix.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Marlins' Mattingly bothered by sign-stealing, Jeter vote
MIAMI (AP) — Baseball’s news cycle of late has been dominated by the sign-stealing scandal that led to upheaval in Houston and Boston, as well as Derek Jeter missing out on being a unanimous selection for Baseball’s Hall of Fame.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
New XFL kicks off with entertaining debut in DC
WASHINGTON (AP) — The debut of the new XFL had a punt blocked for a touchdown, a juiced-up crowd roaring for big plays and a player swearing during an in-game television interview.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
No. 1 Baylor 78=70 over Oklahoma State for 20th win in row
WACO, Texas (AP) — MaCio Teague felt like he was in the quiet of a practice gym when he stood at the free throw line for No. 1 Baylor in the closing seconds. And he kept making them.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Giannis just misses triple-double, Bucks beat Magic 111-95
ORLANDO, Fla. (AP) — A slow start didn't help Giannis Antetokounmpo's shot at NBA history, but the Milwaukee Bucks are hardly a one-man show.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
MacKinnon scores winner, Avalanche edge Blue Jackets 2-1
COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) — Nathan MacKinnon scored the tiebreaking goal with 4:34 left, Philipp Grubauer had 31 saves and the Colorado Avalanche beat the Columbus Blue Jackets 2-1 on Saturday night.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Knicks edge Pistons 95-92 for 4th straight victory
DETROIT (AP) — Julius Randle and the New York Knicks took advantage of Andre Drummond's absence.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
No. 2 Gonzaga hands St. Mary's biggest home loss since 2001
MORAGA, Calif. (AP) — Gonzaga coach Mark Few could find almost nothing to complain about. Saint Mary's coach Randy Bennett saw nothing redeeming.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Lewis scores career-high 37 as Alabama tops Georgia in OT
ATHENS, Ga. (AP) — Kira Lewis Jr. and Alabama finally found a way to win a close game.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Colorado overcomes 16-point deficit in win over Stanford
BOULDER, Colorado (AP) — A classic comeback by Colorado, a five-point play by Stanford, a valiant effort by the short-handed Cardinal and an historic start by the 24th-ranked Buffaloes.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
LeBron James scores 22 points, Lakers beat Warriors 125-120
SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — Steve Kerr's instructions for Andrew Wiggins before his first game with Golden State were simple and basic: Sprint the floor.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Curry returns home, scores 26 as Mavs rout Hornets 116-100
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) — Seth Curry has watched his older brother Stephen have some memorable homecoming games at the Spectrum Center in Charlotte.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
No. 2 Gonzaga hands St. Mary's biggest home loss since 2001
MORAGA, Calif. (AP) — Gonzaga coach Mark Few could find almost nothing to complain about. Saint Mary's coach Randy Bennett saw nothing redeeming.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Murray scores 36, Nuggets finish season sweep over Suns
PHOENIX (AP) — Jamal Murray poured in the points for the Nuggets, Torrey Craig stopped the Suns from scoring them and Denver finished off a season sweep of Phoenix.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
LeBron James scores 22 points, Lakers beat Warriors 125-120
SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — Steve Kerr's instructions for Andrew Wiggins before his first game with Golden State were simple and basic: Sprint the floor.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Knicks edge Pistons 95-92 for 4th straight victory
DETROIT (AP) — Julius Randle and the New York Knicks took advantage of Andre Drummond's absence.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
MacKinnon scores winner, Avalanche edge Blue Jackets 2-1
COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) — Nathan MacKinnon scored the tiebreaking goal with 4:34 left, Philipp Grubauer had 31 saves and the Colorado Avalanche beat the Columbus Blue Jackets 2-1 on Saturday night.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Blackwood gets 2nd straight shutout, Devils beat Kings 3-0
NEWARK, N.J. (AP) — Mackenzie Blackwood is starting to play his best hockey of the season and so are the New Jersey Devils.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Curry returns home, scores 26 as Mavs rout Hornets 116-100
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) — Seth Curry has watched his older brother Stephen have some memorable homecoming games at the Spectrum Center in Charlotte.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Zegarowski's 23 lead No. 21 Creighton past Red Storm 94-82
OMAHA, Neb. (AP) — Marcus Zegarowski and Denzel Mahoney atoned for dud performances three nights earlier with outings that ranked among their best of the season.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Colorado overcomes 16-point deficit in win over Stanford
BOULDER, Colorado (AP) — A classic comeback by Colorado, a five-point play by Stanford, a valiant effort by the short-handed Cardinal and an historic start by the 24th-ranked Buffaloes.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Lewis scores career-high 37 as Alabama tops Georgia in OT
ATHENS, Ga. (AP) — Kira Lewis Jr. and Alabama finally found a way to win a close game.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
No. 1 Baylor 78=70 over Oklahoma State for 20th win in row
WACO, Texas (AP) — MaCio Teague felt like he was in the quiet of a practice gym when he stood at the free throw line for No. 1 Baylor in the closing seconds. And he kept making them.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Giannis just misses triple-double, Bucks beat Magic 111-95
ORLANDO, Fla. (AP) — A slow start didn't help Giannis Antetokounmpo's shot at NBA history, but the Milwaukee Bucks are hardly a one-man show.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Boilermakers deliver winning road show at Indiana, 74-62
BLOOMINGTON, Ind. (AP) — Purdue finally figured out how to put together an impressive road show.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
No. 5 Louisville tops Virginia 80-73 for 10th straight win
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (AP) — Louisville's latest quest to end its frustration against Virginia appeared close to slipping away again as the Cavaliers had momentum and a late lead.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Payet scores as 2nd-place Marseille moves clear of Rennes
PARIS (AP) — Dimitri Payet scored his second spectacular goal of the week to help second-placed Marseille beat Toulouse 1-0 in the French league on Saturday and extend its unbeaten run to 16 games overall.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
New XFL kicks off with entertaining debut in DC
WASHINGTON (AP) — The debut of the new XFL had a punt blocked for a touchdown, a juiced-up crowd roaring for big plays and a player swearing during an in-game television interview.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Crutcher leads No. 6 Dayton over Saint Louis 71-65
DAYTON, Ohio (AP) — Jalen Crutcher's 3-point shot was off for a second straight game. With driving layups, floaters and free throws, he steadied sixth-ranked Dayton through another close call against Saint Louis.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Champagnie pops for 30, Pitt slips by Georgia Tech 73-64
PITTSBURGH (AP) — It wasn't the three three-pointers Justin Champagnie drained — all without a miss — that grabbed Pittsburgh coach Jeff Capel's attention. It wasn't the 15-footers the freshman knocked down while finding the soft spots in Georgia Tech's zone defense. It wasn't the two driving lay-ups that highlighted …
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Purdue ruins Knight's return with 74-62 victory at Indiana
BLOOMINGTON, Ind. (AP) — Eric Hunter Jr. scored 12 points and Aaron Wheeler added 11 to lead Purdue past Indiana 74-62 on Saturday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Struggling Hornets waive forwards Kidd-Gilchrist, Williams
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) — The Hornets waived former No. 2 overall pick Michael Kidd-Gilchrist and 15-year NBA veteran Marvin Williams on Saturday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Marlins' Mattingly bothered by sign-stealing, Jeter vote
MIAMI (AP) — Baseball’s news cycle of late has been dominated by the sign-stealing scandal that led to upheaval in Houston and Boston, as well as Derek Jeter missing out on being a unanimous selection for Baseball’s Hall of Fame.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
South Carolina uses strong first half to top Texas A&M 74-54
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — South Carolina coach Frank Martin finally has his “mouthpiece" in freshman Jermaine Couisnard and that could mean more big things ahead for the Gamecocks.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
No. 15 Kentucky finally wins at Tennessee with 77-64 triumph
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — Kentucky continued its recent surge by finally finding a way to beat Rick Barnes’ Tennessee Volunteers in Knoxville.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Ancelotti effect kicking in at in-form Everton
Carlo Ancelotti’s priority upon taking over at Everton just before Christmas was to get the team out of relegation danger in the English Premier League.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Livers returns, Michigan beats No. 16 Michigan State 77-68
ANN ARBOR, Mich. (AP) — Isaiah Livers came back just in time for Michigan's big game against its in-state rival.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
McCormick's OT basket lifts No. 11 Auburn past No. 18 LSU
AUBURN, Ala. (AP) — J’Von McCormick’s floater bounced high off the rim before finally going through the net, one last bit of suspense in a game and a performance filled with it.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
New XFL kicks off with debut game in DC
WASHINGTON (AP) — The new XFL got under way Saturday in the latest attempt to bring more professional football to the U.S.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
No. 3 Kansas gets 20th win 60-46 over TCU, No. 700 for Self
FORT WORTH, Texas (AP) — Bill Self got a basketball marking his 700th career victory, and Kansas matched an NCAA record with its 31st consecutive 20-win season after a powerful performance by 7-footer Udoka Azubuike.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Return of the Hoosier: Knight back at Indiana after 20 years
BLOOMINGTON, Ind. (AP) — Bob Knight's short stroll from the practice gym to Assembly Hall ended a 20-year journey home.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Payet scores another fine goal as 2nd-place Marseille wins
PARIS (AP) — Dimitri Payet scored his second spectacular goal of the week to help second-placed Marseille beat Toulouse 1-0 in the French league on Saturday and extend its unbeaten run to 16 games overall.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Relief at skating chief Gailhaguet's 'necessary' resignation
PARIS (AP) — After the long-serving head of France's skating federation resigned Saturday, amid suspicions that he covered up for a coach accused of rape and sexual abuse by former figure skaters, one of the coach's accusers spoke of her relief.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
No. 11 Auburn hosts No. 18 LSU in Top 25 SEC showdown
Here are a few things to watch this weekend in the Southeastern Conference:
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Syracuse, ACC scoring leader Hughes under the radar no more
SYRACUSE, N.Y. (AP) — Syracuse coach Jim Boeheim has rarely taken transfers in his 44 years at Syracuse. Elijah Hughes is one of a handful, and he's become invaluable in his second season.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Dodgers head into camp with added firepower in Betts, Price
LOS ANGELES (AP) — The Los Angeles Dodgers are headed to spring training with added firepower for an already potent offense and pitching rotation.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Raptors pull away from Pacers 115-106 for 13th straight win
INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — Toronto coach Nick Nurse keeps imploring the defending NBA champions to fix their flaws.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Bulldog tough: Gritty No. 19 Butler reaching new highs
INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — Butler coach LaVall Jordan proudly wears an old-school message across his chest.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
No. 7 Blue Devils, struggling Tar Heels headline ACC slate
Here are a few things to watch this weekend in the Atlantic Coast Conference:
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Russell, T-wolves 'feel the love' in star pairing with Towns
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — Not yet finished with his fifth NBA season, D'Angelo Russell has landed with his fourth team.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Livers uncertain for Michigan's matchup with No. 16 Spartans
ANN ARBOR, Mich. (AP) — As Michigan prepares for another game against rival Michigan State, Isaiah Livers' status is again uncertain.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Beal's last-second layup helps Wizards beat Mavericks
WASHINGTON (AP) — Bradley Beal's last-second layup handed the Dallas Mavericks another loss without Luka Doncic.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Union head calls for resolution in Red Sox-Dodgers trade
BOSTON (AP) — The holdup in the trade that would send 2018 AL MVP Mookie Betts to the Los Angeles Dodgers is unfair to the players involved, the head of their union said on Friday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Warriors GM Myers makes tough call to trade away roster
SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — In Brooklyn a couple of days back, Bob Myers realized something he has rarely seen as Golden State's general manager or even dating to his days as a busy sports agent: Nobody wanted to be traded from the NBA's worst team.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
No. 10 UCLA women beats No. 6 Stanford 79-69
STANFORD, Calif. (AP) — UCLA coach Cori Close issued a challenge to her team before a showdown at Stanford and Michaela Onyenwere delivered.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Swinney: Clemson focused on getting back to title game
CLEMSON, S.C. (AP) — Clemson coach Dabo Swinney first task after the Tigers' national title loss was crystal clear: Make sure his players weren't crushed by the defeat.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Walker leads No. 4 UConn to a bounce-back rout of Memphis
STORRS, CONN. (AP) — Geno Auriemma says this has been the hardest 20-win season UConn has had since the days before they won their first national championship.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
No. 23 Arizona holds on for 85-80 win over USC
TUCSON, Ariz. (AP) — Josh Green dove onto the floor and wrestled the loose ball away from a group of players before flipping it to Nico Mannion, who quickly fired another pass to Zeke Nnaji, wide open for the easy dunk.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Gophers, Willis hope guard keeps going after breakout game
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — The perimeter production Minnesota has been counting on from Payton Willis was not coming when the Gophers and their junior guard got just the break they needed.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Detroit Pistons move to rebuild after trading Andre Drummond
DETROIT (AP) — Ed Stefanski needed only about a minute in his conference call before he said the word the Detroit Pistons have seemingly avoided for so long.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Cavaliers believe trade for All-Star Drummond was 'steal'
CLEVELAND (AP) — The victories have been scarce for the Cavaliers this season, overwhelmed by so many ugly losses, so many unwatchable moments.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Padres look to welcome back Tatis from season-ending injury
SAN DIEGO (AP) — The San Diego Padres head into spring training fresh off the disappointment of not landing Mookie Betts but eager to get on with the ever-evolving rebuilding they hope will make them competitive sooner rather than later.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Oubre scores career-high 39, Suns top Rockets 127-91
PHOENIX (AP) — Kelly Oubre Jr. was one of many Phoenix Suns players who had their names floated in trade rumors over the past week. But the trade deadline came and went, nobody was moved, and by Friday morning's shootaround there was a mini-celebration that everyone was still around.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Tatum scores 32, helps Celtics hold off Hawks 112-107
BOSTON (AP) — As well as the Celtics have played lately, guard Marcus Smart believes they can play even better.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Merzlikins gets fifth shutout, Blue Jackets beat Red Wings
COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) — Columbus Blue Jackets rookie goalie Elvis Merzlikins is racking up some impressive stats since becoming the starter by attrition on New Year's Eve.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Paul, Gilgeous-Alexander lead Thunder past Pistons 108-101
OKLAHOMA CITY (AP) — Nothing changed for the Oklahoma City Thunder before the trade deadline.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Mendoza has new roles with ESPN, resigns as Mets adviser
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Jessica Mendoza will no longer be on ESPN's “Sunday Night Baseball” or work for the New York Mets front office after signing a contract extension with the network.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
No. 5 Louisville faces Virginia riding 9-game winning streak
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (AP) — Louisville has has been dominant and resilient at times during its nine-game winning streak and sits atop the Atlantic Coast Conference standings.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
No. 10 UCLA women beats No. 6 Stanford 79-69
STANFORD, Calif. (AP) — UCLA coach Cori Close issued a challenge to her team before a showdown at Stanford and Michaela Onyenwere delivered.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Oubre scores career-high 39, Suns top Rockets 127-91
PHOENIX (AP) — Kelly Oubre Jr. was one of many Phoenix Suns players who had their names floated in trade rumors over the past week. But the trade deadline came and went, nobody was moved, and by Friday morning's shootaround there was a mini-celebration that everyone was still around.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Raptors pull away from Pacers 115-106 for 13th straight win
INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — Toronto coach Nick Nurse keeps imploring the defending NBA champions to fix their flaws.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Paul, Gilgeous-Alexander lead Thunder past Pistons 108-101
OKLAHOMA CITY (AP) — Nothing changed for the Oklahoma City Thunder before the trade deadline.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Tatum scores 32, helps Celtics hold off Hawks 112-107
BOSTON (AP) — As well as the Celtics have played lately, guard Marcus Smart believes they can play even better.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Beal's last-second layup helps Wizards beat Mavericks
WASHINGTON (AP) — Bradley Beal's last-second layup handed the Dallas Mavericks another loss without Luka Doncic.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Merzlikins gets fifth shutout, Blue Jackets beat Red Wings
COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) — Columbus Blue Jackets rookie goalie Elvis Merzlikins is racking up some impressive stats since becoming the starter by attrition on New Year's Eve.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Walker leads No. 4 UConn to a bounce-back rout of Memphis
STORRS, CONN. (AP) — Geno Auriemma says this has been the hardest 20-win season UConn has had since the days before they won their first national championship.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Warriors GM Myers makes tough call to trade away roster
SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — In Brooklyn a couple of days back, Bob Myers realized something he has rarely seen as Golden State's general manager or even dating to his days as a busy sports agent: Nobody wanted to be traded from the NBA's worst team.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Russell, T-wolves 'feel the love' in star pairing with Towns
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — Not yet finished with his fifth NBA season, D'Angelo Russell has landed with his fourth team.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Livers uncertain for Michigan's matchup with No. 16 Spartans
ANN ARBOR, Mich. (AP) — As Michigan prepares for another game against rival Michigan State, Isaiah Livers' status is again uncertain.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Gophers, Willis hope guard keeps going after breakout game
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — The perimeter production Minnesota has been counting on from Payton Willis was not coming when the Gophers and their junior guard got just the break they needed.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Union head calls for resolution in Red Sox-Dodgers trade
BOSTON (AP) — The holdup in the trade that would send 2018 AL MVP Mookie Betts to the Los Angeles Dodgers is unfair to the players involved, the head of their union said on Friday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
No. 5 Louisville faces Virginia riding 9-game winning streak
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (AP) — Louisville has has been dominant and resilient at times during its nine-game winning streak and sits atop the Atlantic Coast Conference standings.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Detroit Pistons move to rebuild after trading Andre Drummond
DETROIT (AP) — Ed Stefanski needed only about a minute in his conference call before he said the word the Detroit Pistons have seemingly avoided for so long.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Padres look to welcome back Tatis from season-ending injury
SAN DIEGO (AP) — The San Diego Padres head into spring training fresh off the disappointment of not landing Mookie Betts but eager to get on with the ever-evolving rebuilding they hope will make them competitive sooner rather than later.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Dodgers head into camp with added firepower in Betts, Price
LOS ANGELES (AP) — The Los Angeles Dodgers are headed to spring training with added firepower for an already potent offense and pitching rotation.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Bulldog tough: Gritty No. 19 Butler reaching new highs
INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — Butler coach LaVall Jordan proudly wears an old-school message across his chest.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Cavaliers believe trade for All-Star Drummond was 'steal'
CLEVELAND (AP) — The victories have been scarce for the Cavaliers this season, overwhelmed by so many ugly losses, so many unwatchable moments.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Swinney: Clemson focused on getting back to title game
CLEMSON, S.C. (AP) — Clemson coach Dabo Swinney first task after the Tigers' national title loss was crystal clear: Make sure his players weren't crushed by the defeat.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Snakebit! Bullmastiff heals, heads to Westminster Dog Show
NEW YORK (AP) — Whatever got a piece of gentle Titus in the North Carolina brush, it was trouble.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
New-look Brewers going for 3rd straight playoff appearance
The Milwaukee Brewers have a lot of work to do in spring training.
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Rockies enter spring with unhappy star after no big moves
DENVER (AP) — Unhappy All-Star sluggers — 1. Impactful free agents signed — 0.
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Lots of prospects for Marlins to sort out in spring training
MIAMI (AP) — There’s only one direction to go for the Miami Marlins, who have endured 10 consecutive losing seasons and stumbled last year to 105 defeats, their highest total since 1998.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Despite new manager, Cubs open camp with similar look
CHICAGO (AP) — After missing the postseason for the first time in five years, the Chicago Cubs kept quiet in the offseason while other teams loaded up.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Pirates eager to get to work after eventful offseason
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Derek Shelton isn't big on meetings. Or at least, having meetings just to have meetings. The new Pittsburgh Pirates manager would prefer to see his players working out on the field rather than sitting in chairs.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Cardinals hope to build on NLCS run with very similar lineup
Jack Flaherty found it much more difficult to walk around the St. Louis Cardinals' annual fan festival without getting noticed this year, a byproduct of a breakout season in which he established himself as one of the game's best pitchers.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Browns hire former 49ers assistant Woods to lead defense
CLEVELAND (AP) — New Browns coach Kevin Stefanski has hired former San Francisco 49ers secondary coach Joe Woods as his defensive coordinator.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
World Series champ Nationals bring most of group back in '20
WASHINGTON (AP) — With the significant exception of Anthony Rendon's departure in free agency, and one key addition to what was a shaky bullpen for much of last season, the Washington Nationals head to spring training with mostly the same squad that won the World Series.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Phillies counting on Joe Girardi to restore winning ways
PHILADELPHIA (AP) — The Philadelphia Phillies turned to a proven winner to lead them back to the postseason for the first time in nine years.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Braves looking to settle new OF mix, third-base competition
ATLANTA (AP) — Ronald Acuña Jr. says he isn't motivated by another try for a rare 40-40 season.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
$165 million later, Reds see themselves as a contender
CINCINNATI (AP) — Manager David Bell hears the buzz around town. Reds fans who haven't had much to cheer for six years are ruminating not only about a return to winning, but a spot in the 2020 postseason.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Beefed-up Diamondbacks ready to push for playoff return
PHOENIX (AP) — The Arizona Diamondbacks hope the addition of a few new players to a promising young core can push the franchise back to the playoffs.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Mendoza has new roles with ESPN, resigns as Mets adviser
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Jessica Mendoza will no longer be on ESPN's “Sunday Night Baseball” or work for the New York Mets front office after signing a contract extension with the network.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Syracuse, ACC scoring leader Hughes under the radar no more
SYRACUSE, N.Y. (AP) — Syracuse coach Jim Boeheim has rarely taken transfers in his 44 years at Syracuse. Elijah Hughes is one of a handful, and he's become invaluable in his second season.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Injury takes struggling Sterling out of firing line
Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola was determined to keep playing Raheem Sterling, sure that a regular run of games — and not a spell out of the team — would help the England winger recover the scoring form that recently had deserted him.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Soccer clubs lose case to force promotion-relegation on MLS
GENEVA (AP) — A long-running lawsuit looking to force promotion and relegation on to Major League Soccer has failed.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Former NBA player Garbajosa revitalizes Spanish basketball
MADRID (AP) — A former NBA player who first got into basketball because it was the only sport with shoes big enough for him has been leading Spain to its most successful era in the sport.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
No. 11 Auburn hosts No. 18 LSU in Top 25 SEC showdown
Here are a few things to watch this weekend in the Southeastern Conference:
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Reds complete 1-year, $1,825,000 deal with Pedro Strop
CINCINNATI (AP) — The Reds completed a one-year, $1,825,000 deal with right-hander Pedro Strop on Wednesday, their first move to upgrade the bullpen in an offseason focused on offense.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Bigger, better? Cavs acquire C Andre Drummond from Pistons
CLEVELAND (AP) — The Cavaliers were expected to move a big man. Instead, they added another one.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
No. 7 Blue Devils, struggling Tar Heels headline ACC slate
Here are a few things to watch this weekend in the Atlantic Coast Conference:
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Real Madrid and Barcelona eliminated in Copa del Rey
MADRID (AP) — The Copa del Rey's new single-elimination format claimed its biggest victims on Thursday, with Real Madrid and Barcelona both being eliminated in the quarterfinals.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Astros reeling from fallout from scandal as spring begins
HOUSTON (AP) — Cheaters. Sign-stealers. A team undeserving of the only World Series championship it has won.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Rookie Bellows scores 2, Islanders rally to beat Kings 5-3
NEW YORK (AP) — Kieffer Bellows has made quite an impression for the New York Islanders in just two games in the NHL.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Wolves send Wiggins to Warriors for Russell in scorer swap
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — The Minnesota Timberwolves have taken on yet another new look, with D'Angelo Russell on his way to join pal Karl-Anthony Towns and Andrew Wiggins heading west to the Golden State Warriors.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Hawks finish overhaul at center, adding Dedmon, Labissiere
ATLANTA (AP) — The Atlanta Hawks completed their dramatic overhaul of their center position on Thursday by reacquiring Dewayne Dedmon from the Sacramento Kings and Skal Labissiere from the Portland Trail Blazers.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
No. 23 Arizona holds on for 85-80 win over USC
TUCSON, Ariz. (AP) — Josh Green dove onto the floor and wrestled the loose ball away from a group of players before flipping it to Nico Mannion, who quickly fired another pass to Zeke Nnaji, wide open for the easy dunk.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
No. 8 Mississippi State women trounce No. 23 Tennessee 72-55
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — Mississippi State showcased one of its greatest strengths while exposing Tennessee’s major weakness.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Donaldson arrival gives Twins extra swagger entering spring
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — The Minnesota Twins were squarely focused a year ago on the development of young players and the integration of a new coaching staff, confident in their foundation but not ready to declare themselves contenders.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Williamson scores 21, Pelicans hold off Bulls 125-119
CHICAGO (AP) — Zion Williamson saw the championship banners and could only imagine what the atmosphere was like when Michael Jordan was leading the Bulls to a pair of championship three-peats in the 1990s.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Covington has clutch debut, Rockets outlast Lakers 121-111
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Nobody taller than 6-foot-6 was in Houston's starting lineup, and a heavily bearded guard lost the opening tip. Nobody bigger than 6-foot-7 Robert Covington played for the Rockets in a game between division leaders at Staples Center.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Hyde eager to start Year 2 of Orioles rebuild at spring camp
BALTIMORE (AP) — Brandon Hyde enters his second spring training as manager of the Baltimore Orioles with the same goal as last year: to oversee the rebuild of a last-place team that lost more than 100 games.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Nuggets trade for McRae, send Napier to Wizards
DENVER (AP) — The Denver Nuggets have picked up guard Jordan McRae in a trade with Washington that became official Thursday night.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Covington has clutch debut, Rockets outlast Lakers 121-111
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Nobody taller than 6-foot-6 was in Houston's starting lineup, and a heavily bearded guard lost the opening tip. Nobody bigger than 6-foot-7 Robert Covington played for the Rockets in a game between division leaders at Staples Center.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
No. 23 Arizona holds on for 85-80 win over USC
TUCSON, Ariz. (AP) — Josh Green dove onto the floor and wrestled the loose ball away from a group of players before flipping it to Nico Mannion, who quickly fired another pass to Zeke Nnaji, wide open for the easy dunk.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Nuggets trade for McRae, send Napier to Wizards
DENVER (AP) — The Denver Nuggets have picked up guard Jordan McRae in a trade with Washington that became official Thursday night.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Bigger, better? Cavs acquire C Andre Drummond from Pistons
CLEVELAND (AP) — The Cavaliers were expected to move a big man. Instead, they added another one.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Williamson scores 21, Pelicans hold off Bulls 125-119
CHICAGO (AP) — Zion Williamson saw the championship banners and could only imagine what the atmosphere was like when Michael Jordan was leading the Bulls to a pair of championship three-peats in the 1990s.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Rookie Bellows scores 2, Islanders rally to beat Kings 5-3
NEW YORK (AP) — Kieffer Bellows has made quite an impression for the New York Islanders in just two games in the NHL.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Hawks finish overhaul at center, adding Dedmon, Labissiere
ATLANTA (AP) — The Atlanta Hawks completed their dramatic overhaul of their center position on Thursday by reacquiring Dewayne Dedmon from the Sacramento Kings and Skal Labissiere from the Portland Trail Blazers.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
No. 8 Mississippi State women trounce No. 23 Tennessee 72-55
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — Mississippi State showcased one of its greatest strengths while exposing Tennessee’s major weakness.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Wolves send Wiggins to Warriors for Russell in scorer swap
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — The Minnesota Timberwolves have taken on yet another new look, with D'Angelo Russell on his way to join pal Karl-Anthony Towns and Andrew Wiggins heading west to the Golden State Warriors.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Astros reeling from fallout from scandal as spring begins
HOUSTON (AP) — Cheaters. Sign-stealers. A team undeserving of the only World Series championship it has won.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Reds complete 1-year, $1,825,000 deal with Pedro Strop
CINCINNATI (AP) — The Reds completed a one-year, $1,825,000 deal with right-hander Pedro Strop on Wednesday, their first move to upgrade the bullpen in an offseason focused on offense.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Donaldson arrival gives Twins extra swagger entering spring
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — The Minnesota Twins were squarely focused a year ago on the development of young players and the integration of a new coaching staff, confident in their foundation but not ready to declare themselves contenders.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Real Madrid and Barcelona eliminated in Copa del Rey
MADRID (AP) — The Copa del Rey's new single-elimination format claimed its biggest victims on Thursday, with Real Madrid and Barcelona both being eliminated in the quarterfinals.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
No. 1 Baylor just ahead of No. 3 Kansas at Big 12 midpoint
Baylor coach Scott Drew and his team don't spend time pondering those final five minutes in Alaska the first week of the season that led to the only blemish on their record.
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Beekman put to the test as Michigan State seeks new coach
Bill Beekman became Michigan State athletic director during a turbulent period in the school's history, taking the job two years ago with minimal experience in athletics.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
AP Source: Nuggets trade for McRae, send Napier to Wizards
DENVER (AP) — The Denver Nuggets have picked up guard Jordan McRae in a trade with Washington, a person familiar with the deal told The Associated Press on Thursday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
XFL looking to bring fans inside the game with more audio
LOS ANGELES (AP) — The XFL's greatest contribution to football the first time around was the skycam. When the league returns Saturday, the focus will be on bringing fans further inside the game.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Safety Eric Weddle says he's done after 13-year NFL career
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Six-time Pro Bowl safety Eric Weddle says he is done with his 13-year NFL career.
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AP Source: Cavs to acquire C Andre Drummond from Pistons
CLEVELAND (AP) — The Cavaliers were expected to move a big man. Instead, they added another one.
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Madrid eliminated by Real Sociedad in Copa del Rey
MADRID (AP) — Real Sociedad ended Real Madrid's 21-game unbeaten run by winning 4-3 at the Santiago Bernabéu on Thursday to reach the Copa del Rey semifinals for the first time in six years.
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Big Ten: No. 9 Maryland vs No. 20 Illinois with high stakes
What to watch in Big Ten basketball:
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USA Curling hires former NWSL commissioner as new CEO
USA Curling has hired Jeff Plush to be its new CEO, going outside the sport to put the former commissioner of the National Women's Soccer League in charge of growing the game at both the elite and grassroots level.
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AP Source: Cavaliers to acquire Drummond from Pistons
CLEVELAND (AP) — The Cleveland Cavaliers have agree to acquire center Andre Drummond in a trade from the Detroit Pistons, a person familiar with the deal told The Associated Press on Thursday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
AP source: Wolves send Wiggins to Warriors for Russell
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — In a swap of high scorers, the Minnesota Timberwolves acquired D'Angelo Russell on Thursday from the Golden State Warriors for Andrew Wiggins, according to a person with knowledge of the trade.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Indians head to Arizona with Lindor, numerous questions
CLEVELAND (AP) — Francisco Lindor swears he hasn't listened to any of the trade rumors swirling around him this winter. The All-Star shortstop might not be able to avoid them this spring.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Restocked Angels hope Rendon leads resurgence in AL West
ANAHEIM, Calif. (AP) — The Los Angeles Angels paired the best hitter on the free agent market and their three-time AL MVP this winter at the heart of a lineup stocked with an array of tested veterans and promising youngsters.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Mariners rebuild remains focus as spring training begins
SEATTLE (AP) — The Seattle Mariners will report for spring training with few expectations that they'll be preparing for a winning season.
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AP source: Kings trading Dedmon to Hawks for Len, Parker
ATLANTA (AP) — A person familiar with the negotiations says center Dewayne Dedmon is returning to the Atlanta Hawks in a trade that sends center Alex Len and forward Jabari Parker to the Sacramento Kings. The Kings also are giving the Hawks two second-round picks.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
New-look Royals head to spring with fresh outlook on growth
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — The biggest changes to the Kansas City Royals since the end of last season happened far away from the field.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Red Sox head into spring minus Betts, Price, manager
BOSTON (AP) — Well, that escalated quickly.
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White Sox head to spring training with playoffs in mind
CHICAGO (AP) — Tim Anderson got more excited as the names started rolling in.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Hyde eager to start Year 2 of Orioles rebuild at spring camp
BALTIMORE (AP) — Brandon Hyde enters his second spring training as manager of the Baltimore Orioles with the same goal as last year: to oversee the rebuild of a last-place team that lost more than 100 games.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Bayern, Leipzig prepare to clash with German title at stake
DÜSSELDORF, Germany (AP) — If there's ever a good time to play Leipzig, it's now.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Marred by injuries, Dembele fails to meet expectations
MADRID (AP) — More than 17,000 fans were at the Camp Nou when Ousmane Dembele was officially introduced by Barcelona in 2017.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Canada's humble star Sinclair gets pushed into spotlight
CARSON, Calif. (AP) — Christine Sinclair says she's sorry she hasn't gotten back to all the well-wishers who reached out after she set the international goals record.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Tatum's 33 points, late flurry lifts Celtics over Magic
BOSTON (AP) — When the Celtics have needed an offensive lift this season, Jayson Tatum has often been the one to pick up the scoring load.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Key's 3-pointers push Virginia past Clemson, 51-44
CHARLOTTESVILLE, Va. (AP) — Braxton Key always does plenty of the little things for Virginia — like setting screens, rebounding and playing stout defense — that help the Cavaliers have success.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Schroder scores 30, leads Thunder past Cavaliers 109-103
OKLAHOMA CITY (AP) — Chris Paul told Dennis Schroder to take over, and his backcourt mate listened.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Clippers ride big 4th quarter to beat Heat 128-111
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Once the Los Angeles Clippers figured out Miami's zone defense, their 3-point barrage was on.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Willis, sharpshooting Minnesota romp past Wisconsin 70-52
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — Minnesota's outside shooting was overdue for a resurgence, and Wisconsin was just as aware.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Welcome back: Berry returns to Browns as NFL's youngest GM
BEREA, Ohio (AP) — As Andrew Berry waited to be welcomed back as Cleveland's new general manager, his baby son, Kairo, let out a couple of cranky cries before settling down for a nap.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
AP source: 76ers deal for Robinson, Burks from Golden State
PHILADELPHIA (AP) — A person familiar with the trade says the Philadelphia 76ers have acquired Glenn Robinson and Alec Burks from the Golden State Warriors in exchange for draft picks.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
MLS, players agree to new contract
Major League Soccer and its players have reached a new five-year collective bargaining agreement in time for the start of the season later this month.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
No. 5 Louisville edges Wake Forest for 9th straight win
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (AP) — Louisville trailed Wake Forest in tempo and points at halftime. The Cardinals cranked up the energy after the break, and that kept them on their roll.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Florida overcomes 22-point deficit, stuns Georgia 81-75
GAINESVILLE, Fla. (AP) — Florida coach Mike White spent countless hours over the last three weeks talking to his young team about handling adversity. It's been a bigger theme than offense or defense.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Payet scores as Marseille tightens grip on 2nd; Lyon draws
PARIS (AP) — Dimitri Payet scored early and Nemanja Radonjic struck late as Marseille won 2-0 at Saint-Etienne on Wednesday to strengthen its grip on second place in the French league.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
McAvoy, Bruins beat Blackhawks 2-1 for 5th straight victory
CHICAGO (AP) — Charlie McAvoy pointed to Jake DeBrusk in appreciation. DeBrusk then tackled McAvoy, sending the duo to the ice before they were mobbed by the rest of the Boston Bruins.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Panthers staying mum on Cam Newton's future with team
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) — While Cam Newton remains optimistic about his chances of playing for the Carolina Panthers next season, the team is remaining mostly silent on the quarterback's future.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Big 12 champion Oklahoma adds pair of 4-star defenders
Big 12 champion Oklahoma got the signatures of a pair of four-star defenders, and new Baylor coach Dave Aranda signed a two-sport player that plans to throw and hit for the Bears.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Goodbye captains: Florenzi follows De Rossi, Totti to exit
ROME (AP) — First, Daniele De Rossi was forced out before he was ready to retire.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Kreider returns, sparks Rangers to 5-3 win over Maple Leafs
NEW YORK (AP) — Chris Kreider provided a big boost to the Rangers in his return from a one-game absence.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Drummond's big game lifts Pistons over Suns 116-108
DETROIT (AP) — Andre Drummond wasn't about to predict where he'd be playing in a couple days.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Rays confident they're built for another playoff run
ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. (AP) — The Tampa Bay Rays aren’t standing pat.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Chicago youth gets Super surprise from Goodell, Barkley
A sixth-grader from Chicago has turned a rejection from the NFL into a couple of extraordinary pieces of football memorabilia.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Interim AD focused only on Vandy coaches, players, staff
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — Candice Storey Lee won't talk about how long she might be in charge of Vanderbilt's athletic department, having already made history as the first black woman to hold that job in the Southeastern Conference.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Clemson's Elliott to make $1.6 million as Tigers coordinator
CLEMSON, S.C. (AP) — Clemson offensive coordinator Tony Elliott has received a raise and will earn $1.6 million a year after the school approved a new contract for several Tigers assistants.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Baldwin gives No. 19 Butler 79-76 win over No. 10 Villanova
INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — Butler guard Kamar Baldwin ignored the anxious fans, the tie score and the running clock Wednesday night.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Vandy snaps 26-game SEC skid by upsetting No. 18 LSU 99-90
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — The Vanderbilt Commodores
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
2nd-tier Mirandés ousts Villarreal to reach Copa semifinals
MADRID (AP) — Small second-division club Mirandés pulled off another upset in the Copa del Rey on Wednesday, eliminating Villarreal 4-2 to reach the competition's semifinals for the second time.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Tennessee rallies from 15 down, beats Alabama 69-68
TUSCALOOSA, Ala. (AP) — John Fulkerson wanted to make one thing clear to Alabama's boisterous student section: He is getting a haircut.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Coyotes end 5-game losing streak with 3-0 win over Oilers
GLENDALE, Ariz. (AP) — The Arizona Coyotes were missing two of their best defensemen, not the ideal situation when facing two of the NHL's best scorers.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Giannis has 34 points, 17 rebounds as Bucks top Pelicans
NEW ORLEANS (AP) — Giannis Antetokounmpo had the strength and savvy to outshine rookie sensation Zion Williamson in the latest double-digit triumph for the NBA-leading Milwaukee Bucks.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Congress urged to pass anti-doping bill before Olympics
WASHINGTON (AP) — The head of the U.S. Anti-Doping Agency urged Congress on Wednesday to pass a bill criminalizing international doping conspiracies before this summer's Tokyo Olympics, saying it would be a strong deterrent in the absence of adequate punishment for past Russian doping.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Review in final minute lifts Ohio State past Michigan 61-58
ANN ARBOR, Mich. (AP) — Ohio State and Michigan struggled through 40 minutes — two rivals trying to turn their seasons around, who on this night missed far more shots than they made.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Michigan State coach Mark Dantonio retiring after 13 seasons
EAST LANSING, Mich. (AP) — From “pride comes before the fall” to Little Giants, Mark Dantonio leaves Michigan State fans with an abundance of fond memories after bringing the Spartans to heights they hadn't reached in decades.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
No. 2 Gonzaga gets boost from international contingent
SPOKANE, Wash. (AP) — Assistant coach Tommy Lloyd has been to so many countries looking for the best international talent during his 19 seasons on the Gonzaga staff. So many passport books filled. So many stamps.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Welcome back: Berry returns to Browns as NFL's youngest GM
BEREA, Ohio (AP) — As Andrew Berry waited to be welcomed back as Cleveland's new general manager, his baby son, Kairo, let out a couple of cranky cries before settling down for a nap.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Davison's return to Badgers sure to be jeered by Gopher fans
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — Brad Davison is one of the many Minnesota natives who have crossed the border to play for Wisconsin, a sure path to enemy status in college sports.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
No. 22 Penn State beats No. 16 Michigan State 75-70
EAST LANSING, Mich. (AP) — Patrick Chambers is on a quest to keep Penn State's basketball program hungry and humble as it surges in a successful season.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
2nd-tier Mirandés ousts Villarreal to reach Copa semifinals
MADRID (AP) — Small second-division club Mirandés pulled off another upset in the Copa del Rey on Wednesday, eliminating Villarreal 4-2 to reach the competition's semifinals for the second time.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Harden scores 40 points to lead Rockets over Hornets 125-110
HOUSTON (AP) — James Harden has regained his shooting touch and that's helped the Houston Rockets go on a winning streak despite injuries to other starters.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
No. 15 Kentucky bounces back to beat Mississippi State 80-72
LEXINGTON, Ky. (AP) — Challenged by coach John Calipari to be tougher, Kentucky made its presence felt against Mississippi State.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Browns meet with Hunt, OBJ, tell them to watch behavior
BEREA, Ohio (AP) — Browns owner Jimmy Haslam said the team has again told running back Kareem Hunt that he'd better behave.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Reds complete 1-year, $1,825,000 deal with Pedro Strop
CINCINNATI (AP) — The Reds completed a one-year, $1,825,000 deal with right-hander Pedro Strop on Wednesday, their first move to upgrade the bullpen in an offseason focused on offense.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
LeBron gets 36 in 3-point barrage, Lakers rout Spurs 129-102
LOS ANGELES (AP) — LeBron James absorbed contact and tumbled to the court while his fifth 3-pointer in a three-minute span dropped through the net. The Los Angeles Lakers' entire roster left the bench and crossed the court, gleefully picking up their leader while a sellout crowd roared.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Pat Narduzzi: No plans to return to Michigan State football
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Pat Narduzzi considers Mark Dantonio a mentor. However, the Pittsburgh coach has no intentions of replacing him at Michigan State.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Chicago youth gets Super surprise from Goodell and Barkley
A sixth-grader from Chicago has turned a rejection from the NFL into a couple of extraordinary pieces of football memorabilia.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
AP sources: Red Sox agree to trade Betts, Price to Dodgers
BOSTON (AP) — Banking on Mookie Betts to be the missing piece in their World Series pursuit, the Los Angeles Dodgers finally pulled off a blockbluster deal with the cost-cutting Red Sox.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Kitchens among additions to Judge's staff with N.Y. Giants
EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. (AP) — Recently fired Cleveland Browns coach Freddie Kitchens has been hired as the New York Giants tight end coach.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Cold-shooting, No. 7 Duke rallies past Boston College 63-55
BOSTON (AP) — Duke coach Mike Krzyzewski thinks his players might have been looking ahead to this weekend's game against North Carolina.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
No. 9 Maryland holds off Rutgers 56-51 for 5th straight win
COLLEGE PARK, Md. (AP) — It was one of those nights when most of Maryland's shots were bouncing off the rim or spinning out of the basket. For several minutes at a time, the Terrapins went up and down the court without scoring a point.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Nuggets clamp down on Damian Lillard, rout Blazers 127-99
DENVER (AP) — The combination of Gary Harris and Torrey Craig was too much for Damian Lillard and the Trail Blazers to overcome.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Improbable turnaround has Blue Jackets climbing in Metro
COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) — The Columbus Blue Jackets were tanking fast two months ago.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Alvarado has big first half, Georgia Tech tops Hokies 76-57
ATLANTA (AP) — Jose Alvarado tried to downplay his hot start for Georgia Tech, at least until he was reminded he outscored Virginia Tech in the first half.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Flyin' high: No. 6 Dayton having best season in half-century
DAYTON, Ohio (AP) — NCAA Tournament fans will be talking about Dayton a lot this year, and not only because of the First Four.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Click seeks quick success with Astros after replacing Luhnow
HOUSTON (AP) — James Click was introduced as the new general manager of the Houston Astros on Tuesday, joining a scandal-plagued team that scrambled to fill two major roles just before the start of spring training.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Overhauled Chiefs defense under Spagnuolo rises to occasion
MIAMI (AP) — Perhaps no defensive coordinator in the NFL had more pressure on him than Steve Spagnuolo this season.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
UConn snaps 4-game losing streak with 78-63 win over Temple
STORRS, Conn. (AP) — UConn fans got a glimpse Wednesday of what the future may hold for the Huskies.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Nwora scores 37, leads No. 6 Louisville past BC 86-69
BOSTON (AP) — Only a late-game cold streak kept Louisville forward Jordan Nwora from scoring 40 points and breaking a two decade-old record at Boston College.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Howard gets hurt, Marquette rallies over Xavier 84-82 in 2OT
CINCINNATI (AP) — When Markus Howard headed toward the locker room with a bloody nose and 11:15 left in regulation, Marquette's chances seemed to go with him.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Chiefs, Niners healthy as final prep for Super Bowl begins
DAVIE, Fla. (AP) — Running back Tevin Coleman returned to practice Wednesday as the San Francisco 49ers began final preparations for the Super Bowl, while the Kansas City Chiefs had everyone on the field as they put the finishing touches on their game plan.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Kobe's boyhood hero Oscar Schmidt celebrates 'annoying kid'
SAO PAULO (AP) — For little Kobe Bryant growing up in Italy, the player that amazed him as a child was a skinny and half bald Brazilian guard who often beat his father's teams with long distance shots.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Stamkos, Lightning beat Kings 4-2 in somber Staples Center
LOS ANGELES (AP) — The Los Angeles Kings all came to work wearing Kobe Bryant's jersey. Two stalls in their dressing room held a uniform and a nameplate for the former Lakers superstar.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
No. 14 Michigan St tops Northwestern 79-50, moves into 1st
EAST LANSING, Mich. (AP) — Cassius Winston was sluggish and looked out of sorts, turning the ball over more than he was making shots.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Real Madrid and Valencia advance in Copa del Rey
MADRID (AP) — Real Madrid keeps extending its impressive run this year.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
4th-tier Epinal beats Lille to reach French Cup quarters
PARIS (AP) — Fourth-tier club Epinal produced another French Cup upset by knocking out first-division Lille 2-1 on Wednesday to reach the quarterfinals.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Lillard has triple-double and Blazers beat Rockets 125-112
PORTLAND, Ore. (AP) — Damian Lillard laughed when asked about his first career triple-double.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
AP sources: Cubs' Kris Bryant loses service-time grievance
CHICAGO (AP) — Kris Bryant has lost his service-time grievance against the Chicago Cubs, providing some clarity for the team and the All-Star third baseman with spring training on the horizon.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Dusty Baker replaces AJ Hinch as Houston Astros manager
HOUSTON (AP) — Dusty Baker has been hired to replace AJ Hinch as the manager of the Houston Astros.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Powell scores 24, No. 10 Seton Hall wins 10th straight game
NEWARK, N.J. (AP) — Preseason All America Myles Powell was having one of those nights where nothing was going right, so Seton Hall coach Kevin Willard got in his face and raised his voice.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
24's night: Rowney scores on night when Ducks honor Kobe
ANAHEIM, Calif. (AP) — You can call it an uncanny coincidence or divine intervention, but on a night when Kobe Bryant was remembered before the Anaheim Ducks faced the Arizona Coyotes, Carter Rowney did something extraordinary.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Lakers return to practice amid grief over Bryant's death
EL SEGUNDO, Calif. (AP) — The Los Angeles Lakers ended practice with a few somber, almost plaintive laughs. As they left the court, they all passed under the oversized 8 and 24 outlined in white on the black wall above the door to their locker room.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Kentucky hands Vanderbilt record 25th straight SEC loss
LEXINGTON, Ky. (AP) — Just as Vanderbilt was poised to take control for good, No. 13 Kentucky seized momentum and the game by getting stops and turning them into baskets.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Williams leads No. 22 LSU past 'Bama for 9th straight win
BATON ROUGE, La. (AP) — When Emmitt Williams' double-pump dunk gave No. 22 LSU a 15-point lead over Alabama with two minutes to go, Tigers coach Will Wade implored his team keep up the intensity and close it out comfortably for a change.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
AP source: Browns part ways with execs Wolf, Highsmith
CLEVELAND (AP) — Andrew Berry has quickly gotten to work on restructuring the Browns. In a drastic way.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Kobe on Clippers' minds as they return to practice
LOS ANGELES (AP) — The Los Angeles Clippers returned to practice Wednesday for the first time since Kobe Bryant's death, many still numb and struggling to comprehend his sudden loss.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
LA Kings honor Bryant in 1st Staples Center game since crash
LOS ANGELES (AP) — All the Los Angeles Kings players showed up to Staples Center wearing Kobe Bryant jerseys before the arena's first sporting event since the retired Lakers superstar's death in a helicopter crash.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Oladipo spurs late rally as Pacers run past Bulls in OT
INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — Victor Oladipo opened the night by smiling and waving to Pacers fans in his return from a lengthy absence due to injury. He finished it by walking off the court in tears.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
24's night: Rowney scores on night when Ducks honor Kobe
ANAHEIM, Calif. (AP) — You can call it an uncanny coincidence or divine intervention, but on a night when Kobe Bryant was remembered before the Anaheim Ducks faced the Arizona Coyotes, Carter Rowney did something extraordinary.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Stamkos, Lightning beat Kings 4-2 in somber Staples Center
LOS ANGELES (AP) — The Los Angeles Kings all came to work wearing Kobe Bryant's jersey. Two stalls in their dressing room held a uniform and a nameplate for the former Lakers superstar.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Lillard has triple-double and Blazers beat Rockets 125-112
PORTLAND, Ore. (AP) — Damian Lillard laughed when asked about his first career triple-double.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Henrique scores twice to lead Anaheim over Arizona 4-2
ANAHEIM, Calif. (AP) — Adam Henrique scored twice, Carter Rowney had a short-handed goal and the Anaheim Ducks defeated the Arizona Coyotes 4-2 on Wednesday night.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Howard gets hurt, Marquette rallies over Xavier 84-82 in 2OT
CINCINNATI (AP) — When Markus Howard headed toward the locker room with a bloody nose and 11:15 left in regulation, Marquette's chances seemed to go with him.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Nwora scores 37, leads No. 6 Louisville past BC 86-69
BOSTON (AP) — Only a late-game cold streak kept Louisville forward Jordan Nwora from scoring 40 points and breaking a two decade-old record at Boston College.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
LA Kings honor Bryant in 1st Staples Center game since crash
LOS ANGELES (AP) — All the Los Angeles Kings players showed up to Staples Center wearing Kobe Bryant jerseys before the arena's first sporting event since the retired Lakers superstar's death in a helicopter crash.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Oladipo spurs late rally as Pacers run past Bulls in OT
INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — Victor Oladipo opened the night by smiling and waving to Pacers fans in his return from a lengthy absence due to injury. He finished it by walking off the court in tears.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
UConn snaps 4-game losing streak with 78-63 win over Temple
STORRS, Conn. (AP) — UConn fans got a glimpse Wednesday of what the future may hold for the Huskies.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Williams leads No. 22 LSU past 'Bama for 9th straight win
BATON ROUGE, La. (AP) — When Emmitt Williams' double-pump dunk gave No. 22 LSU a 15-point lead over Alabama with two minutes to go, Tigers coach Will Wade implored his team keep up the intensity and close it out comfortably for a change.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Powell scores 24, No. 10 Seton Hall wins 10th straight game
NEWARK, N.J. (AP) — Preseason All America Myles Powell was having one of those nights where nothing was going right, so Seton Hall coach Kevin Willard got in his face and raised his voice.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
No. 14 Michigan St tops Northwestern 79-50, moves into 1st
EAST LANSING, Mich. (AP) — Cassius Winston was sluggish and looked out of sorts, turning the ball over more than he was making shots.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Kentucky hands Vanderbilt record 25th straight SEC loss
LEXINGTON, Ky. (AP) — Just as Vanderbilt was poised to take control for good, No. 13 Kentucky seized momentum and the game by getting stops and turning them into baskets.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Chiefs, Niners healthy as final prep for Super Bowl begins
DAVIE, Fla. (AP) — Running back Tevin Coleman returned to practice Wednesday as the San Francisco 49ers began final preparations for the Super Bowl, while the Kansas City Chiefs had everyone on the field as they put the finishing touches on their game plan.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Dusty Baker replaces AJ Hinch as Houston Astros manager
HOUSTON (AP) — Dusty Baker has been hired to replace AJ Hinch as the manager of the Houston Astros.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Kobe on Clippers' minds as they return to practice
LOS ANGELES (AP) — The Los Angeles Clippers returned to practice Wednesday for the first time since Kobe Bryant's death, many still numb and struggling to comprehend his sudden loss.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Chiefs have everyone for first practice of Super Bowl week
DAVIE, Fla. (AP) — The Kansas City Chiefs had everyone on the field for their first significant practice of Super Bowl week Wednesday, a 90-minute workout at the Miami Dolphins' facility without helmets or pads that they used to fine-tune their game plan.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
AP source: Browns part ways with execs Wolf, Highsmith
CLEVELAND (AP) — Andrew Berry has quickly gotten to work on restructuring the Browns. In a drastic way.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Real Madrid and Valencia advance in Copa del Rey
MADRID (AP) — Real Madrid keeps extending its impressive run this year.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
AP Source: Baker reaches agreement to become Astros manager
HOUSTON (AP) — Dusty Baker has reached an agreement to be the manager of the Houston Astros, a person with knowledge of the negotiations told The Associated Press on Wednesday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Lakers return to practice amid grief over Bryant's death
EL SEGUNDO, Calif. (AP) — The Los Angeles Lakers ended practice with a few somber, almost plaintive laughs. As they left the court, they all passed under the oversized 8 and 24 outlined in white on the black wall above the door to their locker room.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Illinois a factor as Big Ten race reaches midway point
After a dramatic victory at Michigan last weekend, Illinois coach Brad Underwood was asked about the fact that his team had taken sole possession of first place in the Big Ten.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Valeri back in the fold as Timbers prepare for MLS season
PORTLAND, Ore. (AP) — Toward the end of last season there was mounting concern that Diego Valeri might not return to the Portland Timbers.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Man United on brink of signing long-time target Fernandes
Manchester United was on the brink of signing long-time target Bruno Fernandes in a deal worth up to 80 million euros ($88 million), giving under-pressure manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer the creative and prolific central midfielder the team has desperately needed.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
4th-tier Epinal beats Lille to reach French Cup quarters
PARIS (AP) — Fourth-tier club Epinal produced another French Cup upset by knocking out first-division Lille 2-1 on Wednesday to reach the quarterfinals.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
World Cup, Champions League winner Lúcio retires at age 41
SAO PAULO (AP) — World Cup and Champions League winner Lúcio announced his retirement on Wednesday at the age of 41.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Chiefs GM Brett Veach overlooked but not underappreciated
MIAMI (AP) — Brett Veach stands to the side of the Super Bowl's annual media night melee with a couple of close friends, while the vast majority of people on the stadium floor mill around oblivious to who he is and what he has accomplished.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
AP sources: Cubs' Kris Bryant loses service-time grievance
CHICAGO (AP) — Kris Bryant has lost his service-time grievance against the Chicago Cubs, providing some clarity for the team and the All-Star third baseman with spring training on the horizon.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Recent exits leave multiple openings on Pats' coaching staff
FOXBOROUGH, Mass. (AP) — Where quarterback Tom Brady plays football next season remains the top question surrounding the New England Patriots this offseason.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
AP source: Browns part ways with VP of personnel Highsmith
CLEVELAND (AP) — Andrew Berry has quickly gotten to work on restructuring the Browns.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Kobe's boyhood hero Oscar Schmidt celebrates 'annoying kid'
SAO PAULO (AP) — For little Kobe Bryant growing up in Italy, the player that amazed him as a child was a skinny and half bald Brazilian guard who often beat his father's teams with long distance shots.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Reds' Castellanos returns to ballpark where he's comfortable
CINCINNATI (AP) — Nick Castellanos has 17 career at-bats in Great American Ball Park. Six times, he reached base on a hit. Three times, he touched them all after putting the ball in those oh-so-close outfield seats.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Reeling Timberwolves try to pivot away from record collapse
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — Minnesota Timberwolves coach Ryan Saunders was eager to work after a restless night, a lack of sleep that was not attributable to the nocturnal habits of his 7-month-old son.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
No. 8 Villanova, minus Samuels, blows out St. John's 79-59
NEW YORK (AP) — Down an experienced starter, the Villanova Wildcats still had more than enough firepower to trounce a St. John's team that's given them trouble lately.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
No. 17 Maryland women get on a roll as 'player-driven' team
COLLEGE PARK, Md. (AP) —
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Baldwin heats up again, No. 16 Butler beats Georgetown 69-64
WASHINGTON (AP) — Kamar Baldwin found some more second-half magic and another way to lead a comeback.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Love's big first half lifts Cavaliers past Pistons 115-100
DETROIT (AP) — Before his team took the court, Cavaliers star Kevin Love spent some of his day looking back at Kobe Bryant's life and career.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Pacers' Oladipo set for 1st game after recovery from injury
INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — Victor Oladipo spent 12 months working, wondering and watching. He strengthened his body, his mind, his injured right knee and promised to return a better player.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Clark drives Virginia past No. 5 Florida State, 61-56
CHARLOTTESVILLE, Va. (AP) — Kihei Clark was the littlest player on the court, but he made the biggest play.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
10-man Athletic beats Tenerife on penalties in Copa del Rey
MADRID (AP) — Athletic Bilbao beat second-division club Tenerife 4-2 on penalties Tuesday to reach the quarterfinals of the Copa del Rey after playing nearly the entire game with 10 men.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Chiefs embracing loose locker room culture on Super Bowl run
MIAMI (AP) — If you’re planning to walk through the middle of the Kansas City Chiefs locker room between lunch and their usual afternoon practice, you might want to grab someone’s shoulder pads and helmet and brace for impact.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Michigan ends losing streak with 79-68 win over Nebraska
LINCOLN, Neb. (AP) — Michigan needed a win in the worst way.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Author deletes children's book co-written with Kobe Bryant
SAO PAULO (AP) — Kobe Bryant and Brazilian writer Paulo Coelho were working together on a children's book, but the author of “The Alchemist” said he deleted the draft after Bryant's
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Zion scores 14 in road debut, Pelicans down Cavs 125-111
CLEVELAND (AP) — Zion Williamson's NBA road debut didn't have much flash or any fireworks. It wasn't a show, and that was just fine with the hyped rookie.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Texans give coach O'Brien GM title, too; promote Easterby
HOUSTON (AP) — The Houston Texans have added general manager to Bill O’Brien’s title, a role the coach has been filling since the firing of Brian Gaine in June.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
AP source: Astros, Dusty Baker working on manager deal
HOUSTON (AP) — Dusty Baker is working to finalize an agreement to become manager of the Houston Astros, a person with knowledge of the negotiations told The Associated Press on Tuesday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Perry scores career-high 27, Miss State tops Florida 78-71
GAINESVILLE, Fla. (AP) — Reggie Perry's mother and sister were on hand for his game at Florida, about a two-hour drive from his hometown.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Baseball coach killed with Bryant honored at team's opener
COSTA MESA, Calif. (AP) — John Altobelli’s team knew there was only one way to honor its late coach — by playing on his favorite day.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Booker, Ayton lead Suns to 133-104 blowout of Mavericks
DALLAS (AP) — All Devin Booker can do now is wait for the announcement of All-Star reserves.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Mack, Clemson rally past Syracuse for 71-70 victory
CLEMSON, S.C. (AP) — Clemson coach Brad Brownell told Tevin Mack last spring he'd be a primary player this season for the Tigers.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Chicago Cubs reach deals with RHP Jeffress, OF Souza
CHICAGO (AP) — The Cubs are taking two more low-risk fliers on a pair of players hoping to rebound from injuries, reaching one-year deals with reliever Jeremy Jeffress and outfielder Steven Souza Jr.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Embiid scores 24 in uniform No. 24 for Bryant in 76ers' win
PHILADELPHIA (AP) — Joel Embiid had to do it like the kids on the playground, a yell of "Kobe!" as he shot a fadeaway in the one-night-only No. 24 jersey he wore for his basketball idol.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Cumberland's 28 points lead Cincinnati over SMU 65-43
CINCINNATI (AP) — Jarron Cumberland is finally feeling healthy, and it shows in his shooting.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Kompany calls for more diversity in soccer to battle racism
BRUSSELS (AP) — Throughout a career spanning more than 15 years, former Manchester City captain Vincent Kompany has experienced racism more than once.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Baldwin heats up again, No. 16 Butler beats Georgetown 69-64
WASHINGTON (AP) — Kamar Baldwin found some more second-half magic and another way to lead a comeback.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Baseball coach killed with Bryant honored at team's opener
COSTA MESA, Calif. (AP) — John Altobelli’s team knew there was only one way to honor its late coach — by playing on his favorite day.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Booker, Ayton lead Suns to 133-104 blowout of Mavericks
DALLAS (AP) — All Devin Booker can do now is wait for the announcement of All-Star reserves.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
No. 8 Villanova, minus Samuels, blows out St. John's 79-59
NEW YORK (AP) — Down an experienced starter, the Villanova Wildcats still had more than enough firepower to trounce a St. John's team that's given them trouble lately.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Zion scores 14 in road debut, Pelicans down Cavs 125-111
CLEVELAND (AP) — Zion Williamson's NBA road debut didn't have much flash or any fireworks. It wasn't a show, and that was just fine with the hyped rookie.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Embiid scores 24 in uniform No. 24 for Bryant in 76ers' win
PHILADELPHIA (AP) — Joel Embiid had to do it like the kids on the playground, a yell of "Kobe!" as he shot a fadeaway in the one-night-only No. 24 jersey he wore for his basketball idol.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Clark drives Virginia past No. 5 Florida State, 61-56
CHARLOTTESVILLE, Va. (AP) — Kihei Clark was the littlest player on the court, but he made the biggest play.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Mack, Clemson rally past Syracuse for 71-70 victory
CLEMSON, S.C. (AP) — Clemson coach Brad Brownell told Tevin Mack last spring he'd be a primary player this season for the Tigers.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Cumberland's 28 points lead Cincinnati over SMU 65-43
CINCINNATI (AP) — Jarron Cumberland is finally feeling healthy, and it shows in his shooting.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Michigan ends losing streak with 79-68 win over Nebraska
LINCOLN, Neb. (AP) — Michigan needed a win in the worst way.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Perry scores career-high 27, Miss State tops Florida 78-71
GAINESVILLE, Fla. (AP) — Reggie Perry's mother and sister were on hand for his game at Florida, about a two-hour drive from his hometown.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
No. 8 Villanova, minus Samuels, trounces St. John's 79-59
NEW YORK (AP) — Saddiq Bey scored 23 points, Collin Gillespie had 17 points and 13 rebounds, and No. 8 Villanova won its seventh straight game, easily handling St. John's 79-59 on Tuesday night at Madison Square Garden.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Chicago Cubs reach deals with RHP Jeffress, OF Souza
CHICAGO (AP) — The Cubs are taking two more low-risk fliers on a pair of players hoping to rebound from injuries, reaching one-year deals with reliever Jeremy Jeffress and outfielder Steven Souza Jr.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Pacers' Oladipo set for 1st game after recovery from injury
INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — Victor Oladipo spent 12 months working, wondering and watching. He strengthened his body, his mind, his injured right knee and promised to return a better player.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Kompany calls for more diversity in soccer to battle racism
BRUSSELS (AP) — Throughout a career spanning more than 15 years, former Manchester City captain Vincent Kompany has experienced racism more than once.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
10-man Athletic beats Tenerife on penalties in Copa del Rey
MADRID (AP) — Athletic Bilbao beat second-division club Tenerife 4-2 on penalties Tuesday to reach the quarterfinals of the Copa del Rey after playing nearly the entire game with 10 men.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Reeling Timberwolves try to pivot away from record collapse
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — Minnesota Timberwolves coach Ryan Saunders was eager to work after a restless night, a lack of sleep that was not attributable to the nocturnal habits of his 7-month-old son.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
AP source: RH Jeffress agrees to 1-year contract with Cubs
CHICAGO (AP) — The Chicago Cubs are taking another low-risk chance on an oft-injured reliever, agreeing to an $850,000, one-year contract with Jeremy Jeffress.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Texans give coach O'Brien GM title, too; promote Easterby
HOUSTON (AP) — The Houston Texans have added general manager to Bill O’Brien’s title, a role the coach has been filling since the firing of Brian Gaine in June.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Reds' Castellanos returns to ballpark where he's comfortable
CINCINNATI (AP) — Nick Castellanos has 17 career at-bats in Great American Ball Park. Six times, he reached base on a hit. Three times, he touched them all after putting the ball in those oh-so-close outfield seats.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Chiefs embracing loose locker room culture on Super Bowl run
MIAMI (AP) — If you’re planning to walk through the middle of the Kansas City Chiefs locker room between lunch and their usual afternoon practice, you might want to grab someone’s shoulder pads and helmet and brace for impact.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
AP source: Astros, Dusty Baker working on manager deal
HOUSTON (AP) — Dusty Baker is working to finalize an agreement to become manager of the Houston Astros, a person with knowledge of the negotiations told The Associated Press on Tuesday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
No. 17 Maryland women get on a roll as 'player-driven' team
COLLEGE PARK, Md. (AP) —
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Dream allowing Angel McCoughtry to test WNBA free agency
ATLANTA (AP) — Atlanta Dream two-time WNBA scoring champion Angel McCoughtry is testing free agency for the first time in her career.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Kobe Bryant and Philly: From hero to traitor to beloved
PHILADELPHIA (AP) — Jeered like a traitor just a few miles from the high school where he won a state title, Kobe Bryant stewed on the bench as the final minutes of the 2002 All-Star game ticked away. Nearly every fan in Philadelphia had booed the hometown guy whenever he …
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
'Citizen of the world': Bryant promoted basketball globally
ROME (AP) — At a Lakers preseason game in Beijing in 2013, the arena rang out with chants of “Kobe! Kobe!” — despite the injured superstar not even having suited up.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Berry returns to Browns as NFL's youngest general manager
CLEVELAND (AP) — The Browns have a new general manager, and they don't any need time to get to know him.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Former France hope Ben Arfa extends career in Spain
Sometimes referred to as the French Lionel Messi, Hatem Ben Arfa has been signed by another great of the game.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Headache-plagued Stephen Johns finally back on ice for Stars
FRISCO, Texas (AP) — Stephen Johns sometimes wondered if he would play hockey again while missing nearly 22 months with headaches that may or may not have been related to concussions.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Bryant and Philly: From hero to traitor to beloved
PHILADELPHIA (AP) — Jeered like a traitor just a few miles from the high school where he won a state title, Kobe Bryant stewed on the bench as the final minutes of the 2002 All-Star game ticked away. Nearly every fan in Philadelphia had booed the hometown guy whenever he …
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Lakers' next game postponed after Kobe Bryant's death
LOS ANGELES (AP) — The NBA has postponed the Los Angeles Lakers' next game against the Clippers on Tuesday night after the deaths of retired superstar Kobe Bryant, his daughter and seven others in a helicopter crash.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Carton leads Ohio State past Northwestern 71-59
EVANSTON, Ill. (AP) — D.J. Carton was disappointed with his play. He wanted to deliver for his teammates on slumping Ohio State.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Crean stays upbeat as Georgia takes 3-game skid to Missouri
ATHENS, Ga. (AP) — Just as Tom Crean hoped, Anthony Edwards has made an immediate impact at Georgia, leading the nation's freshmen in scoring and fulfilling his hype as a player on a fast track to the NBA.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Browns' Hunt tells police he'd fail drug test during stop
CLEVELAND (AP) — Browns running back Kareem Hunt told a police officer he would have failed a drug test if he had been checked during a stop when he was ticketed for speeding and marijuana was found in his car.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Los Angeles unites in grief for adopted son Kobe Bryant
LOS ANGELES (AP) — The chants rose in the plaza across from Staples Center. "Kobe!" and "MVP! MVP!" They came from hundreds of fans gathered to mourn the death of Kobe Bryant.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Bayern machine firing as German title rival Leipzig falters
DÜSSELDORF, Germany (AP) — Don't bet against Bayern Munich.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Love's big first half lifts Cavaliers past Pistons 115-100
DETROIT (AP) — Before his team took the court, Cavaliers star Kevin Love spent some of his day looking back at Kobe Bryant's life and career.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Kobe Bryant left deep legacy in LA sports, basketball world
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Kobe Bryant inspired a generation of basketball players worldwide with sublime skills and an unquenchable competitive fire.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Michigan's Zavier Simpson suspended, will miss Nebraska game
ANN ARBOR, Mich. (AP) — Michigan point guard Zavier Simpson has been suspended for an unspecified violation of team policies and will miss Tuesday night's game at Nebraska.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Doncic scores 29, leads Mavericks past Thunder, 107-97
OKLAHOMA CITY (AP) — Kobe Bryant's death fully registered with Luka Doncic in the midst of a game.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Author deletes children's book co-written with Kobe Bryant
SAO PAULO (AP) — Kobe Bryant and Brazilian writer Paulo Coelho were working together on a children's book, but the author of “The Alchemist” said he deleted the draft after Bryant's
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
AP Source: Browns agree to bring back Andrew Berry as new GM
CLEVELAND (AP) — Andrew Berry is coming back to the Browns. This time as the boss.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
US national team also looks toward Olympic soccer qualifying
NEW YORK (AP) — U.S. coach Gregg Berhalter will be looking toward Olympic soccer qualifying when the senior national team plays Costa Rica on Saturday in an exhibition at Carson, California.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
LaVine delivers late, Bulls edge Spurs 110-109
CHICAGO (AP) — Zach LaVine felt he was one shot away. Once they started going in, he took over.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Diamondbacks acquire OF Starling Marte from Pirates
PITTSBURGH (AP) — When the Arizona Diamondbacks landed ace Madison Bumgarner in free agency last month, the three-time World Series winner made a surprising offer, one that came with a very urgent catch.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
As Zion Williamson progresses, Pelicans see major upside
NEW ORLEANS (AP) — Zion Williamson's crowd-pleasing array of soaring dunks, blocked shots and even 3-pointers during his first three NBA regular-season games have left the New Orleans Pelicans eager to see what he'll do next.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Italian town where Bryant played as a kid mourns — again
ROME (AP) — For a city already familiar with losing a basketball hero, Kobe Bryant’s death made a particularly strong impact in the Italian town of Rieti.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Benn's 2nd goal in OT pushes Dallas Stars past Lightning 3-2
DALLAS (AP) — Jamie Benn knocked down the puck, quickly turned and didn't have to go far to score the winning goal for the Dallas Stars in overtime.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Reds get OF Nick Castellanos on $64 million, 4-year deal
CINCINNATI (AP) — Free agent outfielder Nick Castellanos signed a $64 million, four-year deal Monday with the Reds, Cincinnati's latest big-money move to emerge from years of losing.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Benn's 2nd goal in OT pushes Dallas Stars past Lightning 3-2
DALLAS (AP) — Jamie Benn knocked down the puck, quickly turned and didn't have to go far to score the winning goal for the Dallas Stars in overtime.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
LaVine delivers late, Bulls edge Spurs 110-109
CHICAGO (AP) — Zach LaVine felt he was one shot away. Once they started going in, he took over.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Doncic scores 29, leads Mavericks past Thunder, 107-97
OKLAHOMA CITY (AP) — Kobe Bryant's death fully registered with Luka Doncic in the midst of a game.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Love's big first half lifts Cavaliers past Pistons 115-100
DETROIT (AP) — Before his team took the court, Cavaliers star Kevin Love spent some of his day looking back at Kobe Bryant's life and career.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Author deletes children's book co-written with Kobe Bryant
SAO PAULO (AP) — Kobe Bryant and Brazilian writer Paulo Coelho were working together on a children's book, but the author of “The Alchemist” said he deleted the draft after Bryant's
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
As Zion Williamson progresses, Pelicans see major upside
NEW ORLEANS (AP) — Zion Williamson's crowd-pleasing array of soaring dunks, blocked shots and even 3-pointers during his first three NBA regular-season games have left the New Orleans Pelicans eager to see what he'll do next.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Reds get OF Nick Castellanos on $64 million, 4-year deal
CINCINNATI (AP) — Free agent outfielder Nick Castellanos signed a $64 million, four-year deal Monday with the Reds, Cincinnati's latest big-money move to emerge from years of losing.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Coelho deletes children's book co-written with Kobe Bryant
SAO PAULO (AP) — Kobe Bryant and Brazilian writer Paulo Coelho were working together on a children's book, but the author of “The Alchemist” said he deleted the draft after Bryant's
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Lakers' next game postponed after Kobe Bryant's death
LOS ANGELES (AP) — The NBA has postponed the Los Angeles Lakers' next game against the Clippers on Tuesday night after the deaths of retired superstar Kobe Bryant, his daughter and seven others in a helicopter crash.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Crean stays upbeat as Georgia takes 3-game skid to Missouri
ATHENS, Ga. (AP) — Just as Tom Crean hoped, Anthony Edwards has made an immediate impact at Georgia, leading the nation's freshmen in scoring and fulfilling his hype as a player on a fast track to the NBA.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Browns' Hunt tells police he'd fail drug test during stop
CLEVELAND (AP) — Browns running back Kareem Hunt told a police officer he would have failed a drug test if he had been checked during a stop when he was ticketed for speeding and marijuana was found in his car.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Diamondbacks acquire OF Starling Marte from Pirates
PITTSBURGH (AP) — When the Arizona Diamondbacks landed ace Madison Bumgarner in free agency last month, the three-time World Series winner made a surprising offer, one that came with a very urgent catch.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
US national team also looks toward Olympic soccer qualifying
NEW YORK (AP) — U.S. coach Gregg Berhalter will be looking toward Olympic soccer qualifying when the senior national team plays Costa Rica on Saturday in an exhibition at Carson, California.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Los Angeles unites in grief for adopted son Kobe Bryant
LOS ANGELES (AP) — The chants rose in the plaza across from Staples Center. "Kobe!" and "MVP! MVP!" They came from hundreds of fans gathered to mourn the death of Kobe Bryant.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Michigan's Zavier Simpson suspended, will miss Nebraska game
ANN ARBOR, Mich. (AP) — Michigan point guard Zavier Simpson has been suspended for an unspecified violation of team policies and will miss Tuesday night's game at Nebraska.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
AP Source: Browns agree to bring back Andrew Berry as new GM
CLEVELAND (AP) — Andrew Berry is coming back to the Browns. This time as the boss.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Bayern machine firing as German title rival Leipzig falters
DÜSSELDORF, Germany (AP) — Don't bet against Bayern Munich.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
NFL rules Bills did not violate injury-reporting policy
ORCHARD PARK, N.Y. (AP) — The NFL ruled the Buffalo Bills did not violate league policy on reporting injuries in connection to defensive end Jerry Hughes revealing he played with torn wrist ligaments.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
AP source: Reds, Castellanos agree to $64M, 4-year deal
CINCINNATI (AP) — Free agent outfielder Nicholas Castellanos agreed to a $64 million, four-year deal in the Cincinnati Reds' latest big-money move to emerge from years of losing, a person familiar with the deal told The Associated Press on Monday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Italian town where Bryant played as a kid mourns — again
ROME (AP) — For a city already familiar with losing a basketball hero, Kobe Bryant’s death made a particularly strong impact in the Italian town of Rieti.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
50 years later, Chiefs relishing current Super Bowl run
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — Fifty years later, Jan Stenerud still remembers just about every detail from the Super Bowl.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Status of FA Cup dealt further blow as Klopp stands firm
Fans young and old poured onto the field, holding aloft replica FA Cups made of foil and yellow-and-blue scarves, headed to embrace their players.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
In Italy, Bryant to be mourned for a week's worth of games
ROME (AP) — In the country where he grew up, Kobe Bryant will be mourned for an entire week.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Players pay respects to Kobe Bryant at Australian Open
MELBOURNE, Australia (AP) — Nick Kyrgios wore a Los Angeles Lakers No. 8 jersey to honor Kobe Bryant on Monday ahead of his most important match of the Australian Open against top-ranked Rafael Nadal, paying his respects without needing to say a word.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
A player transformed: star Neymar becoming a model teammate
PARIS (AP) — After spending the whole summer pushing for a move away from Paris Saint-Germain, Neymar is now enthralled with the club that made him the world's record signing at 222 million euros ($245 million).
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Carton leads Ohio State past Northwestern 71-59
EVANSTON, Ill. (AP) — D.J. Carton was disappointed with his play. He wanted to deliver for his teammates on slumping Ohio State.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
No. 11 Michigan State sweeps Minnesota with 70-52 win
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — Michigan State weathered another sluggish start, then wore down Minnesota.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Leverkusen up to 5th in Bundesliga, Bremen still in danger
BERLIN (AP) — Bayer Leverkusen moved up to fifth place in the Bundesliga with a 3-0 win over bottom side Fortuna Düsseldorf, while Werder Bremen was unable to escape the relegation zone on Sunday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
No. 20 Maryland women beat No. 22 Northwestern 70-61
COLLEGE PARK, Md. (AP) — Stephanie Jones had 14 points and 11 rebounds, and No. 20 Maryland defeated 22nd-ranked Northwestern 70-61 Sunday in a duel between Big Ten contenders.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Zion has 21 points and 11 rebs, Pelicans top Celtics 123-108
NEW ORLEANS (AP) — Zion Williamson's authoritative, two-handed dunk as he was fouled by Boston guard Kemba Walker gave an appreciative crowd its first taste of how effectively the New Orleans Pelicans can close out games with the NBA's top draft choice on the court.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Lillard scores 50 as Trail Blazers beat Pacers 139-129
PORTLAND, Ore. (AP) — On a night when he set another franchise mark, Damian Lillard's thoughts weren't on his game.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Kobe Bryant left deep legacy in LA sports, basketball world
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Kobe Bryant inspired a generation of basketball players worldwide with sublime skills and an unquenchable competitive fire.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Jokic helps Nuggets beat Rockets 117-110 on somber day
DENVER (AP) — Colorado was the epicenter of Kobe Bryant's worst moment, but even in Denver, in a building where he was frequently booed, there were tears and stunned silence.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Chiefs, 49ers arrive in Miami for Super Bowl week
MIAMI (AP) — Kansas City waited 50 years to get back to a Super Bowl. And then the Chiefs had to wait a few extra minutes once they got to Miami.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Tulsa holds off UConn 79-75 in overtime for 5th straight win
HARTFORD, Conn. (AP) — Tulsa coach Frank Haith was impressed with the character his team showed on Sunday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Chiefs' Mahomes leads way with his legs, not just his arm
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — Patrick Mahomes was just trying to run out of bounds, not make the kind of shake-your-head, what-did-he-just-do play that will be shown on highlight reels for as long as the Kansas City Chiefs are in existence.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Pro Bowlers remember Kobe Bryant as AFC tops NFC again
ORLANDO, Fla. (AP) — Green Bay linebacker Za’Darius Smith hastily organized an homage to Kobe Bryant minutes before the Pro Bowl.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
In Europe, Kobe Bryant recalled for his 'Italian qualities'
ROME (AP) — In Europe where Kobe Bryant grew up, the retired NBA star was being remembered for his “Italian qualities.”
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
No. 17 Maryland scores final 7 points to win at Indiana
BLOOMINGTON, Ind. (AP) — Jalen Smith's first-half 3-point flurry helped stake Maryland to a double-digit lead. His ability to fight through Indiana's halftime adjustments kept the 17th-ranked Terrapins close in the second half. And then he finished with a flourish.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
FA Cup shock: Liverpool held 2-2 by 3rd-tier Shrewsbury
The sight of Mohamed Salah and Roberto Firmino entering as substitutes late in the second half really summed up Liverpool’s desperation in its FA Cup match against supposed pushovers from the third tier on Sunday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
No. 1 South Carolina women extend streak, roll past Georgia
ATHENS, Ga. (AP) — Tyasha Harris is realizing the value of her scoring even as she has claimed a new title as South Carolina's career assists leader.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Poor goalkeeping contributes to 1-1 draw in Rome derby
ROME (AP) — Questionable goalkeeping contributed to a 1-1 draw in the derby between Roma and Lazio on Sunday - a result that dented Lazio’s Italian league title hopes and left Roma hanging precariously on to the final Champions League spot.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Freshman Fran Belibi leads No. 6 Stanford past Utah 82-49
STANFORD, Calif. (AP) — Each member of Stanford's 1990 NCAA championship team in attendance for Sunday's 30th anniversary celebration offered a little something to the current players as they gathered in the locker room postgame.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Nantes fans remember Sala; Neymar pays tribute to Bryant
PARIS (AP) — Nantes fans paid an emotional tribute to Emiliano Sala before Sunday's home game against Bordeaux, a year after the Argentine striker's death in a plane crash shook the soccer world. Paris Saint-Germain star Neymar paid a tribute of his own to NBA great Kobe Bryant after scoring …
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
A player transformed: star Neymar becoming a model teammate
PARIS (AP) — After spending the whole summer pushing for a move away from Paris Saint-Germain, Neymar is now enthralled with the club that made him the world's record signing at 222 million euros ($245 million).
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Lillard scores 50 as Trail Blazers beat Pacers 139-129
PORTLAND, Ore. (AP) — On a night when he set another franchise mark, Damian Lillard's thoughts weren't on his game.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Zion has 21 points and 11 rebs, Pelicans top Celtics 123-108
NEW ORLEANS (AP) — Zion Williamson's authoritative, two-handed dunk as he was fouled by Boston guard Kemba Walker gave an appreciative crowd its first taste of how effectively the New Orleans Pelicans can close out games with the NBA's top draft choice on the court.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Williamson has double-double, Pelicans top Celtics 123-108
NEW ORLEANS (AP) — Zion Williamson had 21 points and 11 rebounds in 27 minutes, and the New Orleans Pelicans beat the Boston Celtics 123-108 on Sunday for their first victory since the rookie star joined the lineup.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Carton leads Ohio State past Northwestern 71-59
EVANSTON, Ill. (AP) — D.J. Carton was disappointed with his play. He wanted to deliver for his teammates on slumping Ohio State.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Kobe Bryant left deep legacy in LA sports, basketball world
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Kobe Bryant inspired a generation of basketball players worldwide with sublime skills and an unquenchable competitive fire.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Chiefs, 49ers arrive in Miami for Super Bowl week
MIAMI (AP) — Kansas City waited 50 years to get back to a Super Bowl. And then the Chiefs had to wait a few extra minutes once they got to Miami.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Leverkusen up to 5th in Bundesliga, Bremen still in danger
BERLIN (AP) — Bayer Leverkusen moved up to fifth place in the Bundesliga with a 3-0 win over bottom side Fortuna Düsseldorf, while Werder Bremen was unable to escape the relegation zone on Sunday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Pro Bowlers remember Kobe Bryant as AFC tops NFC again
ORLANDO, Fla. (AP) — Green Bay linebacker Za’Darius Smith hastily organized an homage to Kobe Bryant minutes before the Pro Bowl.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Kobe Bryant, Lakers great and basketball icon, dies in crash
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Kobe Bryant, the 18-time NBA All-Star who won five championships and became one of the greatest basketball players of his generation during a 20-year career with the Los Angeles Lakers, died in a helicopter crash Sunday. He was 41.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Jokic helps Nuggets beat Rockets 117-110 on somber day
DENVER (AP) — Colorado was the epicenter of Kobe Bryant's worst moment, but even in Denver, in a building where he was frequently booed, there were tears and stunned silence.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
In Europe, Kobe Bryant recalled for his 'Italian qualities'
ROME (AP) — In Europe where Kobe Bryant grew up, the retired NBA star was being remembered for his “Italian qualities.”
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Kobe Bryant remembered as AFC beats NFC again in Pro Bowl
ORLANDO, Fla. (AP) — The Pro Bowl turned into a Kobe Bryant tribute.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Nantes fans remember Sala; Neymar pays tribute to Bryant
PARIS (AP) — Nantes fans paid an emotional tribute to Emiliano Sala before Sunday's home game against Bordeaux, a year after the Argentine striker's death in a plane crash shook the soccer world. Paris Saint-Germain star Neymar paid a tribute of his own to NBA great Kobe Bryant after scoring …
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
No. 11 Michigan State sweeps Minnesota with 70-52 win
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — Michigan State weathered another sluggish start, then wore down Minnesota.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Freshman Fran Belibi leads No. 6 Stanford past Utah 82-49
STANFORD, Calif. (AP) — Each member of Stanford's 1990 NCAA championship team in attendance for Sunday's 30th anniversary celebration offered a little something to the current players as they gathered in the locker room postgame.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Chiefs arrive in Miami for Super Bowl week
MIAMI (AP) — Kansas City waited 50 years to get back to a Super Bowl. And then the Chiefs had to wait a few extra minutes once they got to Miami.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
No. 1 South Carolina women extend streak, roll past Georgia
ATHENS, Ga. (AP) — Tyasha Harris is realizing the value of her scoring even as she has claimed a new title as South Carolina's career assists leader.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
No. 17 Maryland scores final 7 points to win at Indiana
BLOOMINGTON, Ind. (AP) — Jalen Smith's first-half 3-point flurry helped stake Maryland to a double-digit lead. His ability to fight through Indiana's halftime adjustments kept the 17th-ranked Terrapins close in the second half. And then he finished with a flourish.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
No. 20 Maryland women beat No. 22 Northwestern 70-61
COLLEGE PARK, Md. (AP) — Stephanie Jones had 14 points and 11 rebounds, and No. 20 Maryland defeated 22nd-ranked Northwestern 70-61 Sunday in a duel between Big Ten contenders.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
FA Cup shock: Liverpool held 2-2 by 3rd-tier Shrewsbury
The sight of Mohamed Salah and Roberto Firmino entering as substitutes late in the second half really summed up Liverpool’s desperation in its FA Cup match against supposed pushovers from the third tier on Sunday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Tulsa holds off UConn 79-75 in overtime for 5th straight win
HARTFORD, Conn. (AP) — Tulsa coach Frank Haith was impressed with the character his team showed on Sunday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Poor goalkeeping contributes to 1-1 draw in Rome derby
ROME (AP) — Questionable goalkeeping contributed to a 1-1 draw in the derby between Roma and Lazio on Sunday - a result that dented Lazio’s Italian league title hopes and left Roma hanging precariously on to the final Champions League spot.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Liverpool held 2-2 by 3rd-tier Shrewsbury in FA Cup shock
The sight of Mohamed Salah and Roberto Firmino entering as substitutes late in the second half summed up Liverpool’s desperation in its FA Cup match against third-tier opposition on Sunday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Chiefs' Mahomes leads way with his legs, not just his arm
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — Patrick Mahomes was just trying to run out of bounds, not make the kind of shake-your-head, what-did-he-just-do play that will be shown on highlight reels for as long as the Kansas City Chiefs are in existence.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Fans pay an emotional tribute to Sala, a year after he died
PARIS (AP) — Nantes fans paid an emotional tribute to Emiliano Sala before Sunday's home game against Bordeaux, a year after the Argentine striker's death in a plane crash shook the soccer world.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Man United, City sweep to big wins in 4th round of FA Cup
Manchester United turned a potentially awkward away match on a poor playing surface into an FA Cup cruise by thrashing third-tier Tranmere 6-0 in the fourth round to ease some pressure on manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer on Sunday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Man City sweeps past 10-man Fulham 4-0 in FA Cup 4th round
Manchester City capitalized on the sixth-minute sending-off of Fulham’s U.S. defender, Tim Ream, to sweep to a 4-0 win over the second-tier team and reach the last 16 of the FA Cup on Sunday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
LeBron James passes Kobe Bryant for 3rd on NBA scoring list
PHILADELPHIA (AP) — LeBron James moved past Kobe Bryant for third place on the NBA's career scoring list, getting the milestone on a driving layup against the Philadelphia 76ers on Saturday night.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
AP source: Rockies, Story reach $27.5 million, 2-year deal
DENVER (AP) — All-Star shortstop Trevor Story and the Colorado Rockies have agreed to a $27.5 million, two-year contract that avoids an arbitration hearing, according to a person familiar with the deal.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Jokic, Nuggets, control boards in 113-106 win over Pelicans
NEW ORLEANS (AP) — With Nikola Jokic and Jerami Grant aggressively crashing the offensive glass, the Denver Nuggets were able to overcome an off night shooting on the road for an unusual but gratifying victory.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Pro Bowl packed with pending free agents like Brees, Henry
LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. (AP) — A number of Pro Bowlers are about to get paid.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
1B Abreu looking forward to winning with White Sox
CHICAGO (AP) — José Abreu has known nothing but losing since he joined the Chicago White Sox.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Super Bowl back in Miami for 11th time after 10-year hiatus
MIAMI (AP) — It’s appropriate the Super Bowl to end droughts is Miami-bound.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Kyrie Irving scores 45 points, Nets beat Pistons in OT
DETROIT (AP) — Kyrie Irving took over, scoring on an array of shots and even over a backboard that was simply in his way.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Camargo determined to seize second chance at 3B for Braves
ATLANTA (AP) — Johan Camargo has a second chance to be the Atlanta Braves' starting third baseman.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Washington State's Anthony Gordon leads North in Senior Bowl
MOBILE, Ala. (AP) — Washington State quarterback Anthony Gordon is used to waiting his turn.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Several Dodgers go public, peeved by Astros' cheating scam
LOS ANGELES (AP) — The Los Angeles Dodgers would rather earn a World Series trophy on their own than accept any scraps from the Houston Astros or Boston Red Sox, the teams that beat them in 2017 and '18.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Leipzig beaten, Bundesliga title race thrown wide open
BERLIN (AP) — Leipzig lost for the first time since October, and Bayern Munich and Borussia Mönchengladbach both won to throw the Bundesliga title race wide open on Saturday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Gallinari scores 25, leads Thunder past Hawks 140-111
OKLAHOMA CITY (AP) — It's all coming together for Oklahoma City.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
James passes Bryant on NBA scoring list in Lakers' loss
PHILADELPHIA (AP) — LeBron James was a teenager when he first met Kobe Bryant at a youth basketball camp, in awe of his idol and ears open as the Los Angeles Lakers star offered advice to the prodigy that has lasted to this day.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Miller believes in Lock, goes back to basics to sack Mahomes
DENVER (AP) — Take the word of a Pro Bowl pass rusher who's expended a lot of energy chasing him around: Patrick Mahomes is the best QB in the business at the moment.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Marseille drops points in race for Champions League place
PARIS (AP) — Marseille missed the creativity of Dimitri Payet as it dropped points in the race for a Champions League place after being held 0-0 at home by Angers on Saturday in a dull French league encounter.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Trailblazing 49ers assistant has roots in Chiefs Kingdom
HESSTON, Kan. (AP) — The old downtown strip, like so many in small towns across America, is quiet on a brisk January morning, just a few cars parked at one end in front of The Citizens State Bank and a few more in front of the pharmacy at the other.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
No. 1 Baylor stifles Florida 72-61 for 16th straight victory
GAINESVILLE, Fla. (AP) — No. 1 Baylor was surprised to learn it was a slight underdog on the road against Florida.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Toppin, Crutcher lead No. 7 Flyers past Richmond, 87-79
RICHMOND, Va. (AP) — Back-to-back 3-pointers by Jacob Gilyard gave Richmond a four-point lead over No. 7 Dayton in the first half, bringing the crowd at the Robins Center to its feet.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Rox sidestep rift between Arenado, front office at fan fest
DENVER (AP) — There was left-hander Kyle Freeland discussing his new, pause-free delivery. And there was shortstop Trevor Story hinting at agreeing to a $27.5 million, two-year deal that he really wasn't at liberty to discuss since it's not official yet.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
South Carolina wins 90-64, Vandy loss ties SEC record
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — Vanderbilt coach Jerry Stackhouse is instilling many qualities into his first-year program, including accountability during an awful stretch of Southeastern Conference play.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
AP source: Zimmerman, Nationals agree on $2M plus incentives
Washington Nationals “face of the franchise” Ryan Zimmerman agreed to terms on a $2 million contract for 2020 that includes the possibility of earning $3 million more in incentives.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
James passes Bryant on NBA scoring list in Lakers' loss
PHILADELPHIA (AP) — LeBron James was a teenager when he first met Kobe Bryant at a youth basketball camp, in awe of his idol and ears open as the Los Angeles Lakers star offered advice to the prodigy that has lasted to this day.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
LeBron James passes Kobe Bryant for 3rd on NBA scoring list
PHILADELPHIA (AP) — LeBron James moved past Kobe Bryant for third place on the NBA's career scoring list, getting the milestone on a driving layup against the Philadelphia 76ers on Saturday night.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
No. 1 Baylor stifles Florida 72-61 for 16th straight victory
GAINESVILLE, Fla. (AP) — No. 1 Baylor was surprised to learn it was a slight underdog on the road against Florida.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
South Carolina wins 90-64, Vandy loss ties SEC record
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — Vanderbilt coach Jerry Stackhouse is instilling many qualities into his first-year program, including accountability during an awful stretch of Southeastern Conference play.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Kyrie Irving scores 45 points, Nets beat Pistons in OT
DETROIT (AP) — Kyrie Irving took over, scoring on an array of shots and even over a backboard that was simply in his way.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Rox sidestep rift between Arenado, front office at fan fest
DENVER (AP) — There was left-hander Kyle Freeland discussing his new, pause-free delivery. And there was shortstop Trevor Story hinting at agreeing to a $27.5 million, two-year deal that he really wasn't at liberty to discuss since it's not official yet.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Toppin, Crutcher lead No. 7 Flyers past Richmond, 87-79
RICHMOND, Va. (AP) — Back-to-back 3-pointers by Jacob Gilyard gave Richmond a four-point lead over No. 7 Dayton in the first half, bringing the crowd at the Robins Center to its feet.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Several Dodgers go public, peeved by Astros' cheating scam
LOS ANGELES (AP) — The Los Angeles Dodgers would rather earn a World Series trophy on their own than accept any scraps from the Houston Astros or Boston Red Sox, the teams that beat them in 2017 and '18.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Washington State's Anthony Gordon leads North in Senior Bowl
MOBILE, Ala. (AP) — Washington State quarterback Anthony Gordon is used to waiting his turn.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Watford scores 22 and LSU overcomes Texas rally 69-67
AUSTIN, Texas (AP) — With about 11 minutes to play, LSU freshman Trendon Watford looked shaky when he badly missed two free throws in the middle of a big Texas rally.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Manek leads Oklahoma past Mississippi State 63-62
OKLAHOMA CITY (AP) — On a day in which Oklahoma and Mississippi State both shot below 40 percent, it was fitting that a defensive stop decided their game on Saturday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
No. 6 Louisville rolls Clemson 80-62 for 6th straight win
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (AP) — Despite statistics to the contrary, Louisville guard Darius Perry is stressing confidence in his ability to shoot from deep.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Camargo determined to seize second chance at 3B for Braves
ATLANTA (AP) — Johan Camargo has a second chance to be the Atlanta Braves' starting third baseman.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
No. 9 Villanova holds off Providence 64-60
PROVIDENCE, T (AP) — Providence was dominating Villanova on the offensive boards all game, until Collin Gillespie came up with the biggest rebound of the day.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Pro Bowl packed with pending free agents like Brees, Henry
LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. (AP) — A number of Pro Bowlers are about to get paid.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Marseille drops points in race for Champions League place
PARIS (AP) — Marseille missed the creativity of Dimitri Payet as it dropped points in the race for a Champions League place after being held 0-0 at home by Angers on Saturday in a dull French league encounter.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Dosunmu's shot lifts No. 21 Illinois over Michigan 64-62
ANN ARBOR, Mich. (AP) — As the final seconds ticked away in a tie game, Ayo Dosunmu was being guarded by Zavier Simpson, one of the top defenders in the Big Ten.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Miller believes in Lock, goes back to basics to sack Mahomes
DENVER (AP) — Take the word of a Pro Bowl pass rusher who's expended a lot of energy chasing him around: Patrick Mahomes is the best QB in the business at the moment.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Boeheim scores 21, Syracuse beats Pittsburgh 69-61
SYRACUSE, N.Y. (AP) — When the game was on the line, Marek Dolezaj stood tall for Syracuse.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Super Bowl back in Miami for 11th time after 10-year hiatus
MIAMI (AP) — It’s appropriate the Super Bowl to end droughts is Miami-bound.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Leipzig beaten, Bundesliga title race thrown wide open
BERLIN (AP) — Leipzig lost for the first time since October, and Bayern Munich and Borussia Mönchengladbach both won to throw the Bundesliga title race wide open on Saturday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Trailblazing 49ers assistant has roots in Chiefs Kingdom
HESSTON, Kan. (AP) — The old downtown strip, like so many in small towns across America, is quiet on a brisk January morning, just a few cars parked at one end in front of The Citizens State Bank and a few more in front of the pharmacy at the other.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
AP source: Rockies, Story reach $27.5 million, 2-year deal
DENVER (AP) — All-Star shortstop Trevor Story and the Colorado Rockies have agreed to a $27.5 million, two-year contract that avoids an arbitration hearing, according to a person familiar with the deal.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Jokic, Nuggets, control boards in 113-106 win over Pelicans
NEW ORLEANS (AP) — With Nikola Jokic and Jerami Grant aggressively crashing the offensive glass, the Denver Nuggets were able to overcome an off night shooting on the road for an unusual but gratifying victory.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
No. 21 Illinois in first-place tie, faces Michigan next
What to watch in Big Ten basketball this weekend:
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
1B Abreu looking forward to winning with White Sox
CHICAGO (AP) — José Abreu has known nothing but losing since he joined the Chicago White Sox.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
With foundation in Mahomes, Chiefs built team for Super Bowl
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — The team that would eventually take the Kansas City Chiefs back to the Super Bowl for the first time in 50 years was under construction long before general manager Brett Veach and coach Andy Reid finally laid the cornerstone.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Haaland record start in Bundesliga with 5 goals from 6 shots
BERLIN (AP) — Only one of his six shots hasn’t ended in a goal.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Jackson, Morant lift Grizzlies past Pistons 125-112
DETROIT (AP) — Jaren Jackson Jr.'s big first half helped the Memphis Grizzlies return to their high-scoring ways.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Florida hosts No. 1 Baylor in marquee Big 12/SEC matchup
Here are a few things to watch as most Southeastern Conference schools face off against the Big 12 in the annual Big 12/SEC Challenge:
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Oregon's Herbert, Utah State's Love head Senior Bowl QBs
MOBILE, Ala. (AP) — Jalen Hurts and Shea Patterson started for two Power 5 programs, Justin Herbert passed for 10,000-plus yards for another and Jordan Love became a highly rated prospect without playing for one.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
AP sources: Mavs set to acquire Cauley-Stein from Warriors
DALLAS (AP) — The Dallas Mavericks didn’t take long to settle on a plan to fill a big void created by a season-ending injury to center Dwight Powell.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Indiana uses late charge to beat No. 11 Michigan State 67-63
BLOOMINGTON, Ind. (AP) — Joey Brunk made an immediate impact from the moment he arrived on Indiana's campus.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Keuchel apologizes for 2017 Astros' sign-stealing scandal
CHICAGO (AP) — Dallas Keuchel has become the first member of the 2017 Houston Astros to offer a public apology for the team's sign-stealing scheme during their run to the World Series championship.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
AP source: Story, Rockies agree to $27.5 million, 2-yr deal
DENVER (AP) — All-Star shortstop Trevor Story and the Colorado Rockies have agreed to a $27.5 million, two-year contract that avoids an arbitration hearing, according to a person familiar with the deal.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Antetokounmpo thrills Neymar & Mbappé as Bucks beat Hornets
PARIS (AP) — With the world’s two most expensive soccer players cheering him on in Paris on Friday night, Giannis Antetokounmpo took a while to entertain them.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Big 12-SEC Challenge gives both leagues chance to impress
The Southeastern Conference didn’t do much to help its reputation the first two months of the season.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Giants' Eli Manning retires after 16 seasons, 2 Super Bowls
EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. (AP) — Eli Manning ended his 16-year NFL career on his own terms. He was classy, well-prepared and walked away as a New York Giant.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Gallinari scores 25, leads Thunder past Hawks 140-111
OKLAHOMA CITY (AP) — It's all coming together for Oklahoma City.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Duarte leads No. 12 Oregon past USC 79-70 in double OT
EUGENE, Ore. (AP) — Paying close attention paid off for Oregon's Chris Duarte.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Baldwin's flurry leads No. 13 Butler past Marquette in OT
INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — When No. 13 Butler needed scoring punch Friday night, Kamar Baldwin came up with a flurry.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
No. 4 Oregon holds off No. 7 Oregon State 76-64
EUGENE, Ore. (AP) — Sabrina Ionescu knew in the back of her mind that she was one assist away from breaking Gary Payton's Pac-12 record for career assists.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
German soccer pledges to support Holocaust Memorial Day
BERLIN (AP) — The German soccer federation says it has a “special responsibility” to support Holocaust Memorial Day as its former president Felix Linnemann was directly responsible for sending victims to be murdered at the Auschwitz extermination camp.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
No. 9 Mississippi State women rally to beat Vandy 68-52
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — The Mississippi State Bulldogs are known for playing pressure and man-to-man defense under coach Vic Schaeffer. With his team trailing Vanderbilt after three quarters, he finally listened to assistant Dionnah Jackson-Durrett, who kept telling him to switch to a match-up zone.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Twins express confidence in rotation that carries questions
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — The Minnesota Twins set a major league record for home runs last season. They created a bigger buzz with their recent signing of star third baseman Josh Donaldson to a $92 million, four-year contract — the richest in club history for a free agent.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
USC hires Todd Orlando to be Helton's defensive coordinator
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Todd Orlando has been named Southern California's defensive coordinator.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Mavs sensation Doncic shares rare air with James as All-Star
DALLAS (AP) — Luka Doncic is set to be the youngest All-Star starter since LeBron James, yet another link between the Dallas sensation and the player he grew up admiring, even when he was already playing pro ball as a 16-year-old in Spain.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
AP source: Zimmerman, Nationals agree on $2M plus incentives
Washington Nationals “face of the franchise” Ryan Zimmerman agreed to terms on a $2 million contract for 2020 that includes the possibility of earning $3 million more in incentives.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
No. 17 Maryland hopes to parlay first road win into more
COLLEGE PARK, Md. (AP) — Perfect at home and flawed on the road, No. 17 Maryland hopes it's found the solution to a weakness that has afflicted several Big Ten contenders.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
No. 4 Oregon holds off No. 7 Oregon State 76-64
EUGENE, Ore. (AP) — Sabrina Ionescu knew in the back of her mind that she was one assist away from breaking Gary Payton's Pac-12 record for career assists.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Baldwin's flurry leads No. 13 Butler past Marquette in OT
INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — When No. 13 Butler needed scoring punch Friday night, Kamar Baldwin came up with a flurry.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
AP source: Story, Rockies agree to $27.5 million, 2-yr deal
DENVER (AP) — All-Star shortstop Trevor Story and the Colorado Rockies have agreed to a $27.5 million, two-year contract that avoids an arbitration hearing, according to a person familiar with the deal.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
AP source: Zimmerman, Nationals agree on $2M plus incentives
Washington Nationals “face of the franchise” Ryan Zimmerman agreed to terms on a $2 million contract for 2020 that includes the possibility of earning $3 million more in incentives.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
AP sources: Mavs set to acquire Cauley-Stein from Warriors
DALLAS (AP) — The Dallas Mavericks didn’t take long to settle on a plan to fill a big void created by a season-ending injury to center Dwight Powell.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Jokic, Nuggets, control boards in 113-106 win over Pelicans
NEW ORLEANS (AP) — With Nikola Jokic and Jerami Grant aggressively crashing the offensive glass, the Denver Nuggets were able to overcome an off night shooting on the road for an unusual but gratifying victory.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Gallinari scores 25, leads Thunder past Hawks 140-111
OKLAHOMA CITY (AP) — It's all coming together for Oklahoma City.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Jackson, Morant lift Grizzlies past Pistons 125-112
DETROIT (AP) — Jaren Jackson Jr.'s big first half helped the Memphis Grizzlies return to their high-scoring ways.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Twins express confidence in rotation that carries questions
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — The Minnesota Twins set a major league record for home runs last season. They created a bigger buzz with their recent signing of star third baseman Josh Donaldson to a $92 million, four-year contract — the richest in club history for a free agent.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Antetokounmpo thrills Neymar & Mbappé as Bucks beat Hornets
PARIS (AP) — With the world’s two most expensive soccer players cheering him on in Paris on Friday night, Giannis Antetokounmpo took a while to entertain them.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Keuchel apologizes for 2017 Astros' sign-stealing scandal
CHICAGO (AP) — Dallas Keuchel has become the first member of the 2017 Houston Astros to offer a public apology for the team's sign-stealing scheme during their run to the World Series championship.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Haaland record start in Bundesliga with 5 goals from 6 shots
BERLIN (AP) — Only one of his six shots hasn’t ended in a goal.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Antetokounmpo scores 30 points, Bucks beat Hornets in Paris
PARIS (AP) — Giannis Antetokounmpo had 30 points and 12 rebounds and the NBA-leading Milwaukee Bucks beat the Charlotte Hornets 116-103 on Friday night in the first NBA regular-season game in France.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
With foundation in Mahomes, Chiefs built team for Super Bowl
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — The team that would eventually take the Kansas City Chiefs back to the Super Bowl for the first time in 50 years was under construction long before general manager Brett Veach and coach Andy Reid finally laid the cornerstone.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Haaland scores 2 more as Dortmund beats Cologne 5-1
BERLIN (AP) — Erling Haaland continued the remarkable start to his Borussia Dortmund career with two more goals in a 5-1 win over Cologne in the Bundesliga on Friday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Mavs sensation Doncic shares rare air with James as All-Star
DALLAS (AP) — Luka Doncic is set to be the youngest All-Star starter since LeBron James, yet another link between the Dallas sensation and the player he grew up admiring, even when he was already playing pro ball as a 16-year-old in Spain.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
German soccer pledges to support Holocaust Memorial Day
BERLIN (AP) — The German soccer federation says it has a “special responsibility” to support Holocaust Memorial Day as its former president Felix Linnemann was directly responsible for sending victims to be murdered at the Auschwitz extermination camp.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
USC hires Todd Orlando to be Helton's defensive coordinator
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Todd Orlando has been named Southern California's defensive coordinator.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Oregon's Herbert, Utah State's Love head Senior Bowl QBs
MOBILE, Ala. (AP) — Jalen Hurts and Shea Patterson started for two Power 5 programs, Justin Herbert passed for 10,000-plus yards for another and Jordan Love became a highly rated prospect without playing for one.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Former German soccer president sent hundreds to Auschwitz
BERLIN (AP) — The German soccer federation says its former president Felix Linnemann was directly responsible for sending several hundred people to be murdered at the Auschwitz extermination camp.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
No. 17 Maryland hopes to parlay first road win into more
COLLEGE PARK, Md. (AP) — Perfect at home and flawed on the road, No. 17 Maryland hopes it's found the solution to a weakness that has afflicted several Big Ten contenders.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Iran's female Olympic medalist seeks new life in Germany
LÜNEN, Germany (AP) — Iran's only female Olympic medalist said Friday she wants to compete for Germany after defecting from her native country.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Giants' Eli Manning retires after 16 seasons, 2 Super Bowls
EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. (AP) — Eli Manning ended his 16-year NFL career on his own terms. He was classy, well-prepared and walked away as a New York Giant.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Big 12-SEC Challenge gives both leagues chance to impress
The Southeastern Conference didn’t do much to help its reputation the first two months of the season.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Browns' Kareem Hunt cited for speeding, marijuana in car
CLEVELAND (AP) — Browns running back Kareem Hunt was cited for a traffic violation, and police say they found marijuana in his car.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Struggling Atlético in unfamiliar territory under Simeone
MADRID (AP) — This is uncharted territory for many Atlético Madrid fans.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Florida hosts No. 1 Baylor in marquee Big 12/SEC matchup
Here are a few things to watch as most Southeastern Conference schools face off against the Big 12 in the annual Big 12/SEC Challenge:
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Chicharito seizes chance to be center of the Galaxy
CARSON, Calif. (AP) — Javier Hernández has been to the top of the soccer world. He spent the last 10 years in Europe's top leagues, winning trophies and representing some of the biggest clubs.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
No. 21 Illinois in first-place tie, faces Michigan next
What to watch in Big Ten basketball this weekend:
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Connecticut Ice festival to showcase college hockey programs
HARTFORD, Conn. (AP) — Quinnipiac hockey coach Rand Pecknold had heard talk about creating a Connecticut version of Boston's Beanpot college hockey tournament for about 15 years.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
AP Interview: Fiorentina's American owner is a soccer lifer
ROME (AP) — From Calabria to Pennsylvania, then the Bronx and beyond, new Fiorentina owner Rocco Commisso has been on the move his entire life.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Long lines at Pro Bowl to get Jackson's autograph, picture
LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. (AP) — Baltimore cornerback Marlon Humphrey was signing autographs following Pro Bowl practice Thursday and wrapping up an interview when his sister jumped in with a desperate request.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Indiana uses late charge to beat No. 11 Michigan State 67-63
BLOOMINGTON, Ind. (AP) — Joey Brunk made an immediate impact from the moment he arrived on Indiana's campus.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Bloom: Red Sox won't rush to have manager by spring training
BOSTON (AP) — The Boston Red Sox are still hoping to have a manager in place by spring training, but chief baseball officer Chaim Bloom said Thursday it's possible they won't hire someone before pitchers and catchers report Feb. 12.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Athletes warily embrace progress as USA Gymnastics evolves
INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — The dread was familiar. The fear too. They gripped MyKayla Skinner shortly after she decided to return to elite gymnastics last summer.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Haaland bids to join Bundesliga's goalscoring elite
DÜSSELDORF, Germany (AP) — Erling Haaland certainly knows how to make an impression.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
In Paris, Hornets look for ways to stop Antetokounmpo
PARIS (AP) — Different continent, same challenge for the Charlotte Hornets: How to stop Giannis Antetokounmpo?
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Zion Williamson's exceptional debut provides Pelicans hope
NEW ORLEANS (AP) — Zion Williamson’s sublime 17-point surge in a span of barely more than three minutes could very well become part of New Orleans' pro sports lore — even if the final score won't.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Suggs aiming for Super Bowl after joining Chiefs last month
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — There was a moment during practice last week, while the Kansas City Chiefs were prepping for their AFC title game against Tennessee, that caused linebackers coach Matt House to seek out defensive coordinator Steve Spagnuolo.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Antetokounmpo tells Williamson: 'Don’t rush the process'
PARIS (AP) — The NBA's reigning Most Valuable Player has simple advice for the player many are viewing as a future MVP after his show-stopping debut.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
In tight race, Suns' Booker pushes into All-Star discussion
PHOENIX (AP) — Devin Booker has produced the kind of all-around numbers for the past few seasons that suggest he should be an NBA All-Star. He usually commands the respect of opposing defenses like an All-Star. His teammates and coach believe there is no doubt that he's an All-Star.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Mariners expect Mitch Haniger to miss start of season
SEATTLE (AP) — This was already going to be a year where the Seattle Mariners would be relying heavily on young players and some of their top prospects right from the beginning of the season.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Duarte leads No. 12 Oregon past USC 79-70 in double OT
EUGENE, Ore. (AP) — Paying close attention paid off for Oregon's Chris Duarte.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Sharks owner gives GM Doug Wilson vote of confidence
SAN JOSE, Calif. (AP) — San Jose Sharks owner Hasso Plattner gave general manager Doug Wilson a vote of confidence Thursday with his team mired in 13th place in the Western Conference.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
No. 9 Mississippi State women rally to beat Vandy 68-52
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — The Mississippi State Bulldogs are known for playing pressure and man-to-man defense under coach Vic Schaeffer. With his team trailing Vanderbilt after three quarters, he finally listened to assistant Dionnah Jackson-Durrett, who kept telling him to switch to a match-up zone.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Copa: Atlético ousted by 3rd-division team Cultural Leonesa
MADRID (AP) — Atlético Madrid's disappointing season hit a new low with a 2-1 loss to third-division club Cultural Leonesa in the Copa del Rey on Thursday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Carr's late 3-pointer powers Minnesota past Ohio State 62-59
COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) — Marcus Carr's 3-pointer with three seconds left in the game secured the season's first Big Ten road win for Minnesota and had slumping Ohio State continuing to search for answers.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Herbert, other Senior Bowl players hope staying put pays off
MOBILE, Ala. (AP) — A year ago, Oregon quarterback Justin Herbert decided to stick around for his senior season instead of turning pro. Wisconsin linebacker Zack Baun didn’t really have much choice.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
No. 12 Oregon downs USC 79-70 in double OT
EUGENE, Ore. (AP) — Chris Duarte had 30 points and 11 rebounds, Payton Pritchard reached a Pac-12 milestone for career points, rebounds and assists, and No. 12 Oregon outlasted Southern California 79-70 in double overtime Thursday night.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
No. 9 Mississippi State women rally to beat Vandy 68-52
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — The Mississippi State Bulldogs are known for playing pressure and man-to-man defense under coach Vic Schaeffer. With his team trailing Vanderbilt after three quarters, he finally listened to assistant Dionnah Jackson-Durrett, who kept telling him to switch to a match-up zone.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
No. 9 Mississippi State rallies, beats Vandy women 68-52
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — Jessika Carter scored 10 of her 22 points in the first quarter and ninth-ranked Mississippi State held off Vanderbilt 68-52 Thursday night for a rare victory at Memorial Gym.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Indiana uses late charge to beat No. 11 Michigan State 67-63
BLOOMINGTON, Ind. (AP) — Joey Brunk made an immediate impact from the moment he arrived on Indiana's campus.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Carr's late 3-pointer powers Minnesota past Ohio State 62-59
COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) — Marcus Carr's 3-pointer with three seconds left in the game secured the season's first Big Ten road win for Minnesota and had slumping Ohio State continuing to search for answers.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Bloom: Red Sox won't rush to have manager by spring training
BOSTON (AP) — The Boston Red Sox are still hoping to have a manager in place by spring training, but chief baseball officer Chaim Bloom said Thursday it's possible they won't hire someone before pitchers and catchers report Feb. 12.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Jarren Williams tells Miami he will enter transfer portal
CORAL GABLES, Fla. (AP) — Jarren Williams informed Miami on Thursday that he is entering the transfer portal, a move that comes three days after former Houston quarterback D’Eriq King decided to join the Hurricanes.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Chicharito seizes chance to be center of the Galaxy
CARSON, Calif. (AP) — Javier Hernández has been to the top of the soccer world. He spent the last 10 years in Europe's top leagues, winning trophies and representing some of the biggest clubs.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Copa: Atlético ousted by 3rd-division team Cultural Leonesa
MADRID (AP) — Atlético Madrid's disappointing season hit a new low with a 2-1 loss to third-division club Cultural Leonesa in the Copa del Rey on Thursday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
In tight race, Suns' Booker pushes into All-Star discussion
PHOENIX (AP) — Devin Booker has produced the kind of all-around numbers for the past few seasons that suggest he should be an NBA All-Star. He usually commands the respect of opposing defenses like an All-Star. His teammates and coach believe there is no doubt that he's an All-Star.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Long lines at Pro Bowl to get Jackson's autograph, picture
LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. (AP) — Baltimore cornerback Marlon Humphrey was signing autographs following Pro Bowl practice Thursday and wrapping up an interview when his sister jumped in with a desperate request.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Suggs aiming for Super Bowl after joining Chiefs last month
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — There was a moment during practice last week, while the Kansas City Chiefs were prepping for their AFC title game against Tennessee, that caused linebackers coach Matt House to seek out defensive coordinator Steve Spagnuolo.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Trio of transfers powering Dutcher's undefeated No. 4 Aztecs
SAN DIEGO (AP) — It’s almost like Brian Dutcher and the San Diego State Aztecs won the lottery when they attracted a trio of transfers.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Sharks owner gives GM Doug Wilson vote of confidence
SAN JOSE, Calif. (AP) — San Jose Sharks owner Hasso Plattner gave general manager Doug Wilson a vote of confidence Thursday with his team mired in 13th place in the Western Conference.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Herbert, other Senior Bowl players hope staying put pays off
MOBILE, Ala. (AP) — A year ago, Oregon quarterback Justin Herbert decided to stick around for his senior season instead of turning pro. Wisconsin linebacker Zack Baun didn’t really have much choice.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Mariners expect Mitch Haniger to miss start of season
SEATTLE (AP) — This was already going to be a year where the Seattle Mariners would be relying heavily on young players and some of their top prospects right from the beginning of the season.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
In Paris, Hornets look for ways to stop Antetokounmpo
PARIS (AP) — Different continent, same challenge for the Charlotte Hornets: How to stop Giannis Antetokounmpo?
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Antetokounmpo tells Williamson: 'Don’t rush the process'
PARIS (AP) — The NBA's reigning Most Valuable Player has simple advice for the player many are viewing as a future MVP after his show-stopping debut.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Haaland bids to join Bundesliga's goalscoring elite
DÜSSELDORF, Germany (AP) — Erling Haaland certainly knows how to make an impression.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
AP Interview: Fiorentina's American owner is a soccer lifer
ROME (AP) — From Calabria to Pennsylvania, then the Bronx and beyond, new Fiorentina owner Rocco Commisso has been on the move his entire life.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Connecticut Ice festival to showcase college hockey programs
HARTFORD, Conn. (AP) — Quinnipiac hockey coach Rand Pecknold had heard talk about creating a Connecticut version of Boston's Beanpot college hockey tournament for about 15 years.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Zion Williamson's exceptional debut provides Pelicans hope
NEW ORLEANS (AP) — Zion Williamson’s sublime 17-point surge in a span of barely more than three minutes could very well become part of New Orleans' pro sports lore — even if the final score won't.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Does Lillard's big night signal turnaround for Blazers?
PORTLAND, Ore. (AP) — With a big night against Golden State, Damian Lillard signaled that he's asserting himself at a crucial point of the Trail Blazers' season.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Shareef O'Neal, son of Shaq, to transfer from UCLA
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Shareef O'Neal, son of Shaquille O'Neal, plans to transfer from UCLA, where he sat out his first year after heart surgery and played just 13 games this season.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Williamson's 22 in debut not enough for Pelicans vs. Spurs
NEW ORLEANS (AP) — Zion Williamson scored the final point of his first NBA regular season game as a packed and standing crowd belted out chants of “M-V-P!”
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Rudy Gobert does it all as Jazz rout young Warriors, 129-96
SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — The Utah Jazz thrive on making that one extra pass to pile up assists, even if it means they run right up against the shot clock on many possessions.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Twins, Donaldson finalize $92M deal, boost potent lineup
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — After signaling an intent to aggressively seek upgrades to a club that won 101 games last season, the Minnesota Twins were passed over in their initial pursuit of top-tier starting pitching.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Browns still seeking GM, meet second with Vikings assistant
CLEVELAND (AP) — New Browns coach Kevin Stefanski isn't campaigning to bring a former close colleague and friend to Cleveland.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
SoFi Stadium is 85% complete, on schedule for Rams, Bolts
INGLEWOOD, Calif. (AP) — In just six months, Taylor Swift is scheduled to step onto a stage inside a stadium that's currently a dusty cement bowl filled with busy construction workers moving around a 120-yard-long, 45-foot-high black oval sitting in the center.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Radford shot lifts Hokies in 2nd OT, 79-77, over UNC
BLACKSBURG, Va. (AP) — Tyrece Radford hadn't made a shot all game, but when the ball came to him with the clock racing toward 0.00, he knew it was time to do something.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Tatum scores 23 before injury, Celtics down Grizzlies 119-95
BOSTON (AP) — Jayson Tatum has been the Celtics' savior multiple times this season when his teammates have struggled offensively.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
No. 6 Louisville rallies, then survives Georgia Tech 68-64
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (AP) — Malik Williams' latest stretch-run heroics for Louisville demanded athleticism, timing — and some resilience.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Collins, Goodwin rally Hawks from 21 down, beat Clips 102-95
ATLANTA (AP) — With Trae Young cheering him on from the bench, two-way player Brandon Goodwin did a pretty good impression of the Atlanta Hawks' star.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Stevens scores 19 as Penn State handles Michigan 72-63
ANN ARBOR, Mich. (AP) — Lamar Stevens started scoring right away. Then Curtis Jones arrived in the second half and helped Penn State hold on for an impressive road win.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Griezmann saves Barcelona in Copa del Rey; Madrid advances
MADRID (AP) — With Lionel Messi rested and Luis Suárez out injured, it was Antoine Griezmann who had to come through to save Barcelona from an embarrassing elimination in the Copa del Rey.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Mayors launch task force to oppose minor league contraction
Dozens of mayors from across the United States have formed a task force opposing a proposal by Major League Baseball to eliminate 42 affiliated minor league franchises for the 2021 season.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Giants' Eli Manning retires after 16 seasons, 2 Super Bowls
EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. (AP) — Eli Manning is ending a 16-year NFL career that saw him recognized as a great quarterback, a leader, a solid citizen and the man who led the New York Giants back into prominence with two Super Bowl titles.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Bjorkstrand leads Blue Jackets past Jets for 6th straight
COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) — The Columbus Blue Jackets roll into their long winter break after six weeks of solid play and a season-high six-game win streak.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Murphy's late jumper gives Pittsburgh a 74-72 win over BC
PITTSBURGH (AP) — His team's 10-point lead gone and a timeout at his disposal, Pittsburgh coach Jeff Capel could have called the Panthers over and tried to settle them down in the final seconds against Boston College on Wednesday night.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
LaVine scores 25 points, Bulls beat Timberwolves 117-110
CHICAGO (AP) — The Chicago Bulls envisioned Zach LaVine and Lauri Markkanen providing a powerful one-two punch and leading them to the playoffs coming off one of the worst seasons in franchise history.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
No. 10 Seton Hall wins 9th in a row, edging Providence 73-64
NEWARK, N.J. (AP) — There is more to No. 10 Seton Hall than Myles Powell — a lot more.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Warren scores 25 points in Phoenix return, Pacers rout Suns
PHOENIX (AP) — T.J. Warren's first game against his former team went about as well as possible. He scored a game-high 25 points, had three steals and played excellent defense against former teammate Devin Booker.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
No. 2 Baylor women beat TCU 66-57 for 46th straight B12 win
FORT WORTH, Texas (AP) — Sometimes even No. 2 Baylor just has to find a way to win in the Big 12.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Williamson's 22 in debut not enough for Pelicans vs. Spurs
NEW ORLEANS (AP) — Zion Williamson scored the final point of his first NBA regular season game as a packed and standing crowd belted out chants of “M-V-P!”
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Rudy Gobert does it all as Jazz rout young Warriors, 129-96
SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — The Utah Jazz thrive on making that one extra pass to pile up assists, even if it means they run right up against the shot clock on many possessions.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Williamson's late surge not enough for for Pelicans
NEW ORLEANS (AP) — Zion Williamson capped his long-awaited NBA debut by scoring 17 of his 22 points in the fourth quarter and stirring the crowd into a frenzy — only to see his team come up short.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Warren scores 25 points in Phoenix return, Pacers rout Suns
PHOENIX (AP) — T.J. Warren's first game against his former team went about as well as possible. He scored a game-high 25 points, had three steals and played excellent defense against former teammate Devin Booker.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Murphy's late jumper gives Pittsburgh a 74-72 win over BC
PITTSBURGH (AP) — His team's 10-point lead gone and a timeout at his disposal, Pittsburgh coach Jeff Capel could have called the Panthers over and tried to settle them down in the final seconds against Boston College on Wednesday night.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
No. 10 Seton Hall wins 9th in a row, edging Providence 73-64
NEWARK, N.J. (AP) — There is more to No. 10 Seton Hall than Myles Powell — a lot more.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
LaVine scores 25 points, Bulls beat Timberwolves 117-110
CHICAGO (AP) — The Chicago Bulls envisioned Zach LaVine and Lauri Markkanen providing a powerful one-two punch and leading them to the playoffs coming off one of the worst seasons in franchise history.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Shareef O'Neal, son of Shaq, to transfer from UCLA
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Shareef O'Neal, son of Shaquille O'Neal, plans to transfer from UCLA, where he sat out his first year after heart surgery and played just 13 games this season.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Radford shot lifts Hokies in 2nd OT, 79-77, over UNC
BLACKSBURG, Va. (AP) — Tyrece Radford hadn't made a shot all game, but when the ball came to him with the clock racing toward 0.00, he knew it was time to do something.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Bjorkstrand leads Blue Jackets past Jets for 6th straight
COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) — The Columbus Blue Jackets roll into their long winter break after six weeks of solid play and a season-high six-game win streak.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Collins, Goodwin rally Hawks from 21 down, beat Clips 102-95
ATLANTA (AP) — With Trae Young cheering him on from the bench, two-way player Brandon Goodwin did a pretty good impression of the Atlanta Hawks' star.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Browns still seeking GM, meet second with Vikings assistant
CLEVELAND (AP) — New Browns coach Kevin Stefanski isn't campaigning to bring a former close colleague and friend to Cleveland.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
No. 6 Louisville rallies, then survives Georgia Tech 68-64
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (AP) — Malik Williams' latest stretch-run heroics for Louisville demanded athleticism, timing — and some resilience.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Tatum scores 23 before injury, Celtics down Grizzlies 119-95
BOSTON (AP) — Jayson Tatum has been the Celtics' savior multiple times this season when his teammates have struggled offensively.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
No. 2 Baylor women beat TCU 66-57 for 46th straight B12 win
FORT WORTH, Texas (AP) — Sometimes even No. 2 Baylor just has to find a way to win in the Big 12.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Stevens scores 19 as Penn State handles Michigan 72-63
ANN ARBOR, Mich. (AP) — Lamar Stevens started scoring right away. Then Curtis Jones arrived in the second half and helped Penn State hold on for an impressive road win.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Crutcher has 23, No. 7 Dayton beats St. Bonaventure 86-60
DAYTON, Ohio (AP) — St. Bonaventure coach Mark Schmidt called two timeouts while trying to halt Dayton's end-of-the-half run. With Jalen Crutcher hitting 3s and Obi Toppin making dunks, it was a futile task.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
SoFi Stadium is 85% complete, on schedule for Rams, Bolts
INGLEWOOD, Calif. (AP) — In just six months, Taylor Swift is scheduled to step onto a stage inside a stadium that's currently a dusty cement bowl filled with busy construction workers moving around a 120-yard-long, 45-foot-high black oval sitting in the center.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Does Lillard's big night signal turnaround for Blazers?
PORTLAND, Ore. (AP) — With a big night against Golden State, Damian Lillard signaled that he's asserting himself at a crucial point of the Trail Blazers' season.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Mayors launch task force to oppose minor league contraction
Dozens of mayors from across the United States have formed a task force opposing a proposal by Major League Baseball to eliminate 42 affiliated minor league franchises for the 2021 season.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Giants' Eli Manning retires after 16 seasons, 2 Super Bowls
EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. (AP) — Eli Manning is ending a 16-year NFL career that saw him recognized as a great quarterback, a leader, a solid citizen and the man who led the New York Giants back into prominence with two Super Bowl titles.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Griezmann saves Barcelona in Copa del Rey; Madrid advances
MADRID (AP) — With Lionel Messi rested and Luis Suárez out injured, it was Antoine Griezmann who had to come through to save Barcelona from an embarrassing elimination in the Copa del Rey.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Javon Kinlaw's humble beginning fuels his aggressive play
MOBILE, Ala. (AP) — Javon Kinlaw’s motivation comes from his past, having lived at times without running water or electricity.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
3 former Dolphins provide Super Bowl boost to Chiefs
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — The Kansas City Chiefs saw value in a trio of players that were essentially castoffs from what was one of the least-successful franchises in the NFL over the past 10 years, and their decision to pick them up when just about nobody else was calling …
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Role reversal: Pro Bowl provides chance for position swap
LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. (AP) — Pittsburgh’s Cameron Heyward jogged through the end zone, stretched out his right arm and made a one-handed catch to start Pro Bowl practice Wednesday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Cavs C Zizic out indefinitely with vertigo-like symptoms
CLEVELAND (AP) — Cavaliers center Ante Zizic is sidelined indefinitely after experiencing dizziness and other vertigo-like symptoms.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Griezmann scores late to save Barcelona in Copa del Rey
MADRID (AP) — Antoine Griezmann scored two late goals to save Barcelona from an embarrassing loss against third-division club Ibiza on Wednesday as the Spanish giant came from behind to win 2-1 in the round of 32 of the Copa del Rey.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Twins, Donaldson finalize $92M deal, boost potent lineup
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — After signaling an intent to aggressively seek upgrades to a club that won 101 games last season, the Minnesota Twins were passed over in their initial pursuit of top-tier starting pitching.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Mavs' fears confirmed with season-ending injury for Powell
DALLAS (AP) — Dallas Mavericks forward Dwight Powell will miss the rest of the season with a torn right Achilles tendon, a blow to a team contending for a playoff spot for the first time in four years.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Braves hoping Ozuna poised for repeat of career-best season
ATLANTA (AP) — Marcell Ozuna doesn't have to match his career-best numbers of 2017 or even meet the standards set by Josh Donaldson last season to make the Atlanta Braves feel good about their investment in the outfielder.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Jaguars hire former Redskins coach Jay Gruden as OC
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. (AP) — Jacksonville Jaguars coach Doug Marrone didn't really have time to break in a new offensive coordinator.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Royals sign veteran OF Alex Gordon to $4M contract for 2020
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — The Kansas City Royals signed outfielder Alex Gordon to a $4 million contract for next season, giving the rebuilding club a veteran presence in what is expected to be a young lineup under new manager Mike Matheny.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Hall of Fame HS basketball coach Morgan Wootten dies at 88
HYATTSVILLE, Md. (AP) — Morgan Wootten, a Hall of Fame basketball coach who built DeMatha High School into a national powerhouse and mentored several future NBA stars during a career that spanned parts of six decades, has died. He was 88.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
AP source: Browns, Vikings assistant GM meet for 2nd time
CLEVELAND (AP) — New Browns coach Kevin Stefanski could be reuniting with an old friend in Cleveland.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Soccer players union promises to defend Olympic protesters
GENEVA (AP) — Soccer players who defy Olympic rules by making protest gestures at the 2020 Tokyo Games will be supported by their global union.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Wisconsin pulls away from Nebraska for 82-68 win
MADISON, Wis. (AP) — Wisconsin coach Greg Gard's message to his team at halftime Tuesday was to not worry about the offense. He knew that end of the floor would take care of itself.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
AP source: Jaguars close to landing Jay Gruden as next OC
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. (AP) — A person familiar with the search says former Washington coach Jay Gruden is close to finalizing a deal to become Jacksonville's offensive coordinator.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
NHL teams realize backup goaltender is important position
BOSTON (AP) — The Boston Bruins had it all set up to honor backup goalie Jaroslav Halak on Tuesday night for becoming the 74th goalie in NHL history to play in 500 games.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Syracuse QB Tommy DeVito _ the Orange's new quiet man
Tommy DeVito’s first season as Syracuse’s starting quarterback didn’t exactly turn out the way he had hoped it would, and he’s more than ready to turn the page.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
No. 21 Illinois runs away in 2nd half to sweep Purdue
WEST LAFAYETTE, Ind. (AP) — After watching No. 21 Illinois play an uncharacteristic first half Tuesday night, coach Brad Underwood gave his team some simple instructions.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Bailey, Greiss help Islanders hold on to beat Rangers 4-2
NEW YORK (AP) — Following a stretch of seven games in 11 days, the New York Islanders don't play again until Feb. 1 The extended time off around the All-Star break will feel much better after a needed win against one of their biggest rivals.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Free agent OF Ozuna, Braves reach $18 million, 1-year deal
ATLANTA (AP) — The Atlanta Braves found their new cleanup hitter when then reached an agreement with free agent outfielder Marcell Ozuna on an $18 million, one-year deal Tuesday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Clemson rallies from 10 points down to top Deacons 71-68
CLEMSON, S.C. (AP) — Hunter Tyson believed he was ready to make an impact. On Tuesday night, the Clemson sophomore was key to the Tigers' comeback win over Wake Forest.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Thousands of workers preparing Miami stadium for Super Bowl
MIAMI GARDENS, Fla. (AP) — The pounding of a single hammer echoed through the stands Tuesday in the Miami Dolphins' stadium, the reverberations from the Super Bowl's return to South Florida just beginning.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Quenneville coaches Panthers to 4-3 win over Blackhawks
CHICAGO (AP) — Joel Quenneville barking out instructions from behind the bench. A young team with a couple budding stars showing signs of improvement.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
No. 15 Kentucky tops Georgia 89-79 for season sweep
LEXINGTON, Ky. (AP) — Ashton Hagans believed breaking out of recent shooting struggles was just a matter of falling in line with other facets of his game.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
No. 4 SDSU beats Wyoming 72-55 to match Leonard's 20-0 start
SAN DIEGO (AP) — With transfers Malachi Flynn and Yanni Wetzell once again leading the way, No. 4 San Diego State improved to 20-0 to match Kawhi Leonard's 2010-11 team for the best start in school history.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Bane scores 27 points as TCU upends No. 18 Texas Tech 65-54
FORT WORTH, Texas (AP) — TCU coach Jamie Dixon sat down with Desmond Bane and a copy of the Big 12 stats, using those impressive numbers to emphasize to the senior guard how he is one of the league's best players.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Arsenal fights back for draw on wild night in Premier League
Wins might still be in short supply for Mikel Arteta in Arsenal’s worst league campaign in a quarter of a century, yet some fighting spirit appears to have returned under the new manager.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Tennessee wins 73-48 as Ole Miss suffers 6th straight loss
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — Tennessee continued its recent surge by playing the stingy defense that has carried the Volunteers for much of the season.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Jalen Hurts eyes NFL, with 'boulder' not chip on shoulder
MOBILE, Ala. (AP) — Jalen Hurts was presented a helmet at the Senior Bowl providing a snapshot of his college career, an OU on the right side and his old Alabama No. 2 on the left.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Mexican goal-scoring star Chicharito signs with LA Galaxy
LOS ANGELES (AP) — The biggest star in Mexican soccer is coming to the LA Galaxy.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Hunt family finally gets to see Chiefs back in Super Bowl
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — Clark Hunt remembers well the celebrations four years ago that surrounded the golden anniversary of the Super Bowl, the championship game whose name was coined by his late father and Kansas City Chiefs founder Lamar Hunt.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Williams, Mays help LSU hold on against Florida, 84-82
BATON ROUGE, La. (AP) — LSU guard Skylar Mays could afford to have a sense of humor after the Tigers nearly blew a 10-point lead in the final 1:11 against Florida, but escaped with yet another narrow victory.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
No. 9 Villanova rolls to 76-61 victory against no. 13 Butler
VILLANOVA, Pa. (AP) — As Villanova stumbled in its latest slow start -- the usual Big East blowouts have been absent this season -- coach Jay Wright wondered if a more divine pregame report had been ignored.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Smith scores 25, No. 17 Maryland beats Northwestern 77-66
EVANSTON, Ill. (AP) — Down 14 at halftime, Maryland coach Mark Turgeon decided his team needed a pep talk. His message? The second half would change the season.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Zion Williamson rejoining Pelicans lineup at pivotal time
METAIRIE, La. (AP) — Zion Williamson opened with a joke — about himself.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Red Sox's Pedroia has setback during knee rehabilitation
BOSTON (AP) — Red Sox second baseman Dustin Pedroia had what the team called a "significant setback” while rehabbing his left knee, the latest blow to the four-time All-Star's attempt to return to the field.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
NHL teams realize backup goaltender is important position
BOSTON (AP) — The Boston Bruins had it all set up to honor backup goalie Jaroslav Halak on Tuesday night for becoming the 74th goalie in NHL history to play in 500 games.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
No. 4 SDSU beats Wyoming 72-55 to match Leonard's 20-0 start
SAN DIEGO (AP) — With transfers Malachi Flynn and Yanni Wetzell once again leading the way, No. 4 San Diego State improved to 20-0 to match Kawhi Leonard's 2010-11 team for the best start in school history.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Wisconsin pulls away from Nebraska for 82-68 win
MADISON, Wis. (AP) — Wisconsin coach Greg Gard's message to his team at halftime Tuesday was to not worry about the offense. He knew that end of the floor would take care of itself.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Bane scores 27 points as TCU upends No. 18 Texas Tech 65-54
FORT WORTH, Texas (AP) — TCU coach Jamie Dixon sat down with Desmond Bane and a copy of the Big 12 stats, using those impressive numbers to emphasize to the senior guard how he is one of the league's best players.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Tennessee wins 73-48 as Ole Miss suffers 6th straight loss
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — Tennessee continued its recent surge by playing the stingy defense that has carried the Volunteers for much of the season.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Barty joins Osaka, Kvitova in 3rd round of Australian Open
MELBOURNE, Australia (AP) — Defending champion Naomi Osaka threw her racket, tossed a ball and kicked the racket again for good measure, before sitting for a while with a towel over her head. She sensed the crowd was looking for drama, and she gave them a little bit.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Quenneville coaches Panthers to 4-3 win over Blackhawks
CHICAGO (AP) — Joel Quenneville barking out instructions from behind the bench. A young team with a couple budding stars showing signs of improvement.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Bane 23 points as TCU upends No. 18 Texas Tech 65-54
FORT WORTH, Texas (AP) — Desmond Bane scored 27 points, Kevin Samuel had 11 points and 11 rebounds and TCU returned home after a miserable week on the road to upset No. 18 Texas Tech 65-54 on Tuesday night.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Smith scores 25, No. 17 Maryland beats Northwestern 77-66
EVANSTON, Ill. (AP) — Down 14 at halftime, Maryland coach Mark Turgeon decided his team needed a pep talk. His message? The second half would change the season.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
AP source: Jaguars close to landing Jay Gruden as next OC
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. (AP) — A person familiar with the search says former Washington coach Jay Gruden is close to finalizing a deal to become Jacksonville's offensive coordinator.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Clemson rallies from 10 points down to top Deacons 71-68
CLEMSON, S.C. (AP) — Hunter Tyson believed he was ready to make an impact. On Tuesday night, the Clemson sophomore was key to the Tigers' comeback win over Wake Forest.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Bailey, Greiss help Islanders hold on to beat Rangers 4-2
NEW YORK (AP) — Following a stretch of seven games in 11 days, the New York Islanders don't play again until Feb. 1 The extended time off around the All-Star break will feel much better after a needed win against one of their biggest rivals.
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No. 21 Illinois runs away in 2nd half to sweep Purdue
WEST LAFAYETTE, Ind. (AP) — After watching No. 21 Illinois play an uncharacteristic first half Tuesday night, coach Brad Underwood gave his team some simple instructions.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Williams, Mays help LSU hold on against Florida, 84-82
BATON ROUGE, La. (AP) — LSU guard Skylar Mays could afford to have a sense of humor after the Tigers nearly blew a 10-point lead in the final 1:11 against Florida, but escaped with yet another narrow victory.
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No. 15 Kentucky tops Georgia 89-79 for season sweep
LEXINGTON, Ky. (AP) — Ashton Hagans believed breaking out of recent shooting struggles was just a matter of falling in line with other facets of his game.
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No. 9 Villanova rolls to 76-61 victory against no. 13 Butler
VILLANOVA, Pa. (AP) — As Villanova stumbled in its latest slow start -- the usual Big East blowouts have been absent this season -- coach Jay Wright wondered if a more divine pregame report had been ignored.
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Free agent OF Ozuna, Braves reach $18 million, 1-year deal
ATLANTA (AP) — The Atlanta Braves found their new cleanup hitter when then reached an agreement with free agent outfielder Marcell Ozuna on an $18 million, one-year deal Tuesday.
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Arsenal fights back for draw on wild night in Premier League
Wins might still be in short supply for Mikel Arteta in Arsenal’s worst league campaign in a quarter of a century, yet some fighting spirit appears to have returned under the new manager.
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Hunt family finally gets to see Chiefs back in Super Bowl
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — Clark Hunt remembers well the celebrations four years ago that surrounded the golden anniversary of the Super Bowl, the championship game whose name was coined by his late father and Kansas City Chiefs founder Lamar Hunt.
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Thousands of workers preparing Miami stadium for Super Bowl
MIAMI GARDENS, Fla. (AP) — The pounding of a single hammer echoed through the stands Tuesday in the Miami Dolphins' stadium, the reverberations from the Super Bowl's return to South Florida just beginning.
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Jalen Hurts eyes NFL, with 'boulder' not chip on shoulder
MOBILE, Ala. (AP) — Jalen Hurts was presented a helmet at the Senior Bowl providing a snapshot of his college career, an OU on the right side and his old Alabama No. 2 on the left.
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Zion Williamson rejoining Pelicans lineup at pivotal time
METAIRIE, La. (AP) — Zion Williamson opened with a joke — about himself.
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Red Sox's Pedroia has setback during knee rehabilitation
BOSTON (AP) — Red Sox second baseman Dustin Pedroia had what the team called a "significant setback” while rehabbing his left knee, the latest blow to the four-time All-Star's attempt to return to the field.
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Mexican goal-scoring star Chicharito signs with LA Galaxy
LOS ANGELES (AP) — The biggest star in Mexican soccer is coming to the LA Galaxy.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Browns WR Beckham recovering from surgery on core muscle
CLEVELAND (AP) — Odell Beckham Jr. is expected to make a full recovery following surgery on a core muscle injury that limited the star wide receiver during his first season with the Browns.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Shorthanded Miami Hurricanes brace for No. 9 Florida State
CORAL GABLES, Fla. (AP) — Miami Hurricanes guard DJ Vasiljevic had averaged 39 minutes over the previous four games when he asked coach Jim Larranaga this week for a lighter workload.
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Gators guard Andrew Nembhard has flu, could miss Auburn game
GAINESVILLE, Fla. (AP) — Florida could be without point guard Andrew Nembhard against No. 4 Auburn on Saturday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Kreider scores late to lift Rangers over Islanders 3-2
UNIONDALE, N.Y. (AP) — Chris Kreider and the New York Rangers like they way they've been playing lately. Beating the rival New York Islanders for the second time in four days was a big confidence boost, too.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
No. 20 Colorado overcomes slow start, beats Arizona St 68-61
TEMPE, Ariz. (AP) — Colorado's shooting was mediocre and its rebounding was inconsistent. All the while, the veteran Buffaloes never looked concerned, grinding out impressive defensive possessions until a few shots finally fell.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Panthers' Brady says offense must continue to evolve in NFL
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) — Joe Brady's offensive system worked wonders at LSU this past season, helping the Tigers lead the nation in yards and points en route to a unbeaten season that culminated in a 42-25 win over Clemson in the national championship game.
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US Olympic qualifying roster minus 5 from World Cup team
The United States’ roster for the upcoming CONCACAF Olympic qualifying tournament will look very similar to the one that won the Women’s World Cup in France, with notable exceptions.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Southern California routs Cal for wins in 8 of its last 9
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Jonah Mathews scored 19 points, Daniel Utomi added 17 and Southern California defeated California 88-56 on Thursday night for its eighth win in its last nine games.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
ESPN's Mendoza: Fiers should have gone to MLB, not reporter
ESPN analyst Jessica Mendoza says pitcher Mike Fiers should have gone to Major League Baseball before he told a journalist about his allegation the Houston Astros had been using a camera to steal signs.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Rickie Fowler, Scottie Scheffler tied for lead in desert
LA QUINTA, Calif. (AP) — Rickie Fowler came to The American Express for the first time in six years to prepare for the next two weeks at Torrey Pines and TPC Scottsdale.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Lewis, Jackson back on sidelines to coach in Collegiate Bowl
PASADENA, Calif. (AP) — Hue Jackson and Marvin Lewis don't know if they will appear again on an NFL sideline but on Saturday they will be coaching players who hope to get to the next level.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Rutgers set for physical test when Minnesota's Oturu visits
What to watch in Big Ten basketball this weekend:
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Bouchard's bid for Australian Open spot ends in qualifying
MELBOURNE, Australia (AP) — It was in the shadows of the main show courts at Melbourne Park, days before the first Grand Slam tournament of the season is set to begin in earnest, and Eugenie Bouchard's stay at the Australian Open was over in the last round of qualifying.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Mayer benefits from new rule to win World Cup combined event
WENGEN, Switzerland (AP) — Taking advantage of a new race rule, Matthias Mayer scored a rare win for a downhill specialist in a World Cup combined event on Friday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
South Africa's Rabada banned for final test over Root celeb
PORT ELIZABETH, South Africa (AP) — South Africa fast bowler Kagiso Rabada has been banned from the series-deciding final cricket test for a provocative celebration after dismissing England captain Joe Root.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Calmer McGregor: Irish star returns vs Cerrone at UFC 246
LAS VEGAS (AP) — Conor McGregor became a two-division UFC champion because he was a tremendous fighter. He became the biggest mixed martial artist in the world only because he talked an even bigger game.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Former Walmart exec, Royals owner David Glass dies at 84
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — Former Walmart Inc. chief executive David Glass, who owned the Kansas City Royals for nearly two decades before selling the franchise last fall, died last week of complications form pneumonia. He was 84.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Antetokounmpo, Bucks hold off Celtics, 128-123
MILWAUKEE (AP) — Milwaukee Bucks coach Mike Budenholzer dug into his team after Thursday night's win.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Washington rebounds with 64-56 victory over Oregon State
SEATTLE (AP) — For all the attention focused on Isaiah Stewart and Jaden McDaniels, the other two freshman for Washington finally got their chance to shine.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Going primetime: "The Jump" serving as pregame for ABC games
ESPN has gone through many pairings and approaches trying to build a pregame show during its 18 seasons broadcasting the NBA. This time it's using a successful daily show.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Former Walmart exec, Royals owner David Glass dies at 84
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — Former Walmart Inc. chief executive David Glass, who owned the Kansas City Royals for nearly two decades before selling the franchise last fall, died last week of complications form pneumonia. He was 84.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Harbaugh expects Ravens to add talent, mature and improve
OWINGS MILLS, Md. (AP) — John Harbaugh believes the Ravens have all the ingredients in place to make a Super Bowl run next season.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Michael Porter Jr. stays patient as playing time increases
DENVER (AP) — Michael Porter Jr. often reminded himself to remain patient as the Denver Nuggets gradually eased him back onto the court.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Grasso misses weight, bout with Gadelha canceled at UFC 246
LAS VEGAS (AP) — Strawweight contender Cláudia Gadelha's bout with Alexa Grasso on the pay-per-view portion of the UFC 246 card has been canceled after Grasso badly missed weight.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Georgia's Smart hires Todd Monken as offensive coordinator
ATHENS, Ga. (AP) — Todd Monken, the former offensive coordinator for the Cleveland Browns and Tampa Bay Buccaneers, is Kirby Smart's choice to lead Georgia's offense.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Son also rises: Buddy Boeheim playing sweet for Syracuse
SYRACUSE, N.Y. (AP) — With the shot clock about to expire in an overtime game on the road against the reigning national champions, Syracuse guard Buddy Boeheim curls far behind the arc on the right wing. He barely glances at his target, then launches a shot over the outstretched arms …
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Berry back to interview with Browns about GM opening
CLEVELAND (AP) — Andrew Berry may still have his parking spot with the Browns.
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Baylor hires LSU's Aranda as head coach
Baylor hired LSU defensive coordinator Dave Aranda as its new head coach Thursday, three days after the Tigers completed their undefeated national championship.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Debate in Malmo rages over battered Ibrahimovic statue
MALMO, Sweden (AP) — Two bronze feet protrude from a block of stone, a large and dusty black cloth draped down one of its sides.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Ionescu has 37 and No. 6 Oregon downs No. 3 Stanford 87-55
EUGENE, Ore. (AP) — Sabrina Ionescu didn't notice the Oregon crowd's roar when she finally went to the bench with a career-high 37 points against Stanford.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Shiffrin fights fatigue in quest for 4th straight overall
Mikaela Shiffrin has yet to win a race in 2020 and actually recently recorded a rare "did not finish" in an event.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Mayer fastest in downhill to open World Cup combined event
WENGEN, Switzerland (AP) — Matthias Mayer was fastest in a slick downhill run to open a World Cup combined race on Friday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Bayern Munich fans accuse club of turning blind eye to Qatar
MUNICH (AP) — Bayern Munich fans fed up with the club’s longstanding links with Qatar are taking a stand against the club's lack of action in response to allegations of human rights abuses in the country.
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ACC leaders Louisville, Duke to clash on Saturday at Cameron
A look at the upcoming week around the Atlantic Coast Conference:
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Southern California routs Cal for wins in 8 of its last 9
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Southern California's hot shooting from the second half of last Saturday's game at UCLA, carried over to Thursday night against California.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Wrestler Rocky Johnson, Dwayne Johnson’s father, dead at 75
Rocky "Soulman" Johnson, a WWE Hall of Fame wrestler who became better known as the father of actor Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson, has died. He was 75.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Foligno scores late to push Blue Jackets past Hurricanes 3-2
COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) — Cam Atkinson scored after missing a dozen games with an injury, Nick Foligno got his first goal in 23 games and rookie goalie Elvis Merzlikins turned in another gem. All that said, the Columbus Blue Jackets probably shouldn't have won Thursday night.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Ingram scores 49, Pelicans end Jazz's 10-game winning streak
NEW ORLEANS (AP) — The New Orleans Pelicans wildly celebrated Brandon Ingram's off-balance jumper in the final seconds of regulation, believing it had won the game.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Southern California routs Cal for wins in 8 of its last 9
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Southern California's hot shooting from the second half of last Saturday's game at UCLA, carried over to Thursday night against California.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Washington rebounds with 64-56 victory over Oregon State
SEATTLE (AP) — Isaiah Stewart scored 11 of his 13 points in the second half, RaeQuan Battle scored 11 first-half points in the first start of his career, and Washington beat Oregon State 64-56 on Thursday night.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Ingram scores 49, Pelicans end Jazz's 10-game winning streak
NEW ORLEANS (AP) — The New Orleans Pelicans wildly celebrated Brandon Ingram's off-balance jumper in the final seconds of regulation, believing it had won the game.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
No. 20 Colorado overcomes slow start, beats Arizona St 68-61
TEMPE, Ariz. (AP) — Colorado's shooting was mediocre and its rebounding was inconsistent. All the while, the veteran Buffaloes never looked concerned, grinding out impressive defensive possessions until a few shots finally fell.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Antetokounmpo, Bucks hold off Celtics, 128-123
MILWAUKEE (AP) — Milwaukee Bucks coach Mike Budenholzer dug into his team after Thursday night's win.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Ionescu has 37 and No. 6 Oregon downs No. 3 Stanford 87-55
EUGENE, Ore. (AP) — Sabrina Ionescu didn't notice the Oregon crowd's roar when she finally went to the bench with a career-high 37 points against Stanford.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Kreider scores late to lift Rangers over Islanders 3-2
UNIONDALE, N.Y. (AP) — Chris Kreider and the New York Rangers like they way they've been playing lately. Beating the rival New York Islanders for the second time in four days was a big confidence boost, too.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Conor McGregor finds structure in life rolling into UFC 246
LAS VEGAS (AP) — Conor McGregor used to train whenever he felt like it, and he stayed up late every night. He would sleep deep into the daylight hours, and he perpetually showed up late for almost any commitment required of a rising mixed martial arts star.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Foligno scores late to push Blue Jackets past Hurricanes 3-2
COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) — Cam Atkinson scored after missing a dozen games with an injury, Nick Foligno got his first goal in 23 games and rookie goalie Elvis Merzlikins turned in another gem. All that said, the Columbus Blue Jackets probably shouldn't have won Thursday night.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Baylor hires LSU's Aranda as head coach
Baylor hired LSU defensive coordinator Dave Aranda as its new head coach Thursday, three days after the Tigers completed their undefeated national championship.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Worth the wait; Steelers' great Shell reveling in Hall nod
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Donnie Shell knows what a Hall of Famer looks like.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
ESPN's Mendoza: Fiers should have gone to MLB, not reporter
ESPN analyst Jessica Mendoza says pitcher Mike Fiers should have gone to Major League Baseball before he told a journalist about his allegation the Houston Astros had been using a camera to steal signs.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Rolovich introduced at Wazzu, strikes all the right chords
If Nick Rolovich felt the need to appease Washington State fans he did so with the answer to one question.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Mickelson struggles with driver in 2020 debut at La Quinta
LA QUINTA, Calif. (AP) — Phil Mickelson drove so far left on the par-4 ninth that he was in the rough behind a tree all the way across the adjacent first fairway.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
No. 7 Aztecs own 'The Map' as nation's last undefeated team
SAN DIEGO (AP) — The No. 7 San Diego State Aztecs have “The Map” of the United States all to themselves.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
AP source: Baylor finalizing deal for LSU's Aranda as coach
Baylor was finalizing a deal Thursday to make LSU defensive coordinator Dave Aranda the new coach of the Bears, according to a person with knowledge of the agreement.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
AP source: Baylor finalizing deal for Aranda as head coach
Baylor is finalizing a deal to make LSU defensive coordinator Dave Aranda the new coach of the Bears, a person with knowledge of the agreement said Thursday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Chiefs' Mahomes still starring with big money on horizon
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — The Kansas City Chiefs had just lost to the Tennessee Titans, their fourth defeat in the first 10 games of the season, and much of the optimism that surrounded the defending AFC champions had begun to evaporate amid the barbecue smoke that wafts over Arrowhead …
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Stanford's Smith declares early, goes 1st in NWSL draft
Stanford forward Sophia Smith was selected first overall Thursday by the Portland Thorns in the National Women's Soccer League college draft.
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Red Sox: Cora departure won't force a Mookie Betts trade
BOSTON (AP) — The Boston Red Sox say the turmoil in the manager's office isn't a reason to give up on this season and trade outfielder Mookie Betts.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Shiffrin fights fatigue in quest for 4th straight overall
Mikaela Shiffrin has yet to win a race in 2020 and actually recently recorded a rare "did not finish" in an event.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Wolves, Hawks swap guards Teague, Crabbe on expiring deals
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — With the Minnesota Timberwolves committed to a new style of play, Jeff Teague didn't fit the trend.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Culver, Tshiebwe help No. 12 WVU's half-court defense thrive
MORGANTOWN, W.Va. (AP) — No. 12 West Virginia’s opponents don't have to dribble the ball past midcourt to the point of exhaustion anymore. But it comes at a cost.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
UConn's athletic deficit grows by $2M, totals $42M
STORRS, Conn. (AP) — The University of Connecticut reported the gap between revenue generated by its athletic division and the cost of running its sports programs increased by another $2 million last year to $42.3 million.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
AP source: Browns interviewing Pats scouting boss for GM job
CLEVELAND (AP) — The Browns passed on a chance to hire one of the Patriots' coaches. Now, they'll consider someone who helped build New England into an NFL dynasty.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Panthers name Joe Brady their new offensive coordinator
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) — The Panthers are hoping Joe Brady can bolster a sagging offense like he did at LSU.
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Titans, Chiefs on verge of Super Bowl, play for AFC title
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — Andy Reid rarely digs into his own past, preferring to stay in the moment or focus squarely on the future. It's an approach that has served him well during a coaching career that might someday land him in the Pro Football Hall of Fame.
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New Olympic hosting ideas tested at Lausanne Youth Games
LAUSANNE, Switzerland (AP) — New ways of solving challenges for Olympic host cities are being tested this month at the Winter Youth Games in Lausanne.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Future uncertain for successful Marseille coach Villas-Boas
Marseille coach André Villas-Boas stared hard at the reporter asking him whether he is considering his future at the club.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Unloved Leipzig aims to break Bayern's hold on Bundesliga
DÜSSELDORF, Germany (AP) — When one club has won the league title seven years in a row, you might expect fans of other teams to cheer on any viable challenger. Not so in Germany.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Setién has difficult task of replacing Suárez at Barcelona
MADRID (AP) — Quique Setién’s first task at Barcelona will be a difficult one: Replace injured striker Luis Suárez.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Coco vs. Venus, Part II, in 1st round of Australian Open
MELBOURNE, Australia (AP) — Get ready for Coco Gauff vs. Venus Williams, Part II.
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Gauff-Venus Williams to meet in 1st round at Australian Open
MELBOURNE, Australia (AP) — Coco Gauff and Venus Williams will meet again in the first round of a Grand Slam tournament after the youngest and oldest players in the Australian Open women's competition were drawn Thursday into a tough quarter with Serena Williams and defending champion Naomi Osaka.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Cora remorseful, Red Sox begin search for new manager
BOSTON (AP) — The Boston Red Sox need to find a new manager, and it sounds like they haven't gotten over their old one.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Hubb's 25 points lead Notre Dame past Georgia Tech 78-74
ATLANTA (AP) — This time, Notre Dame was prepared for the closing minutes of another close ACC game.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
No. 2 Baylor wins 13th in a row, 68-55 over Iowa State
WACO, Texas (AP) — Davion Mitchell had 17 points, scoring just before and after halftime as No. 2 Baylor started stretching its lead, and the Bears beat Iowa State 68-55 on Wednesday night for their 13th win in a row.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
LaVine powers Bulls past Wizards 115-106
CHICAGO (AP) — Zach LaVine wants to play in the All-Star Game next month in Chicago.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Lewis, Alabama hand No. 4 Auburn its first loss, 83-64
TUSCALOOSA, Ala. (AP) — Nate Oats and Alabama had two achievements to celebrate: a huge win and knocking rival Auburn from the dwindling ranks of the unbeaten.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Stanford beats UCLA 74-59 for 1st win at Pauley in 15 years
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Playing in Pauley Pavilion for the first time, Tyrell Terry thought of Russell Westbrook and Lonzo Ball.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Magic snap Lakers' 9-game winning streak in 119-118 thriller
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Markelle Fultz faked LeBron James off his hip, weaved through traffic in the waning seconds and scored the final bucket of his phenomenal triple-double performance.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Lillard leads Trail Blazers to 117-107 win over Rockets
HOUSTON (AP) — After getting off to a disappointing start this season, the Portland Trail Blazers are focused on playing much better going forward.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Wrestler Rocky Johnson, Dwayne Johnson’s father, dead at 75
Rocky "Soulman" Johnson, a WWE Hall of Fame wrestler who became better known as the father of actor Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson, has died. He was 75.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Sekou Doumbouya scores 24, Pistons down Celtics 116-103
BOSTON (AP) — The Pistons have been playing most of the past month without three starters.
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Powell's 23 help Raptors hold off Thunder 130-121
OKLAHOMA CITY (AP) — Norman Powell doesn't need to work his way back into form.
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Porter, Dozier lead Nuggets to 100-86 win over Hornets
DENVER (AP) — After being told to get ready for his Denver debut, P.J. Dozier was quickly asked how many plays he remembered.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Magic snap Lakers' 9-game winning streak in 119-118 thriller
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Markelle Fultz faked LeBron James off his hip, weaved through traffic in the waning seconds and scored the final bucket of his phenomenal triple-double performance.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Lillard leads Trail Blazers to 117-107 win over Rockets
HOUSTON (AP) — After getting off to a disappointing start this season, the Portland Trail Blazers are focused on playing much better going forward.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Stanford beats UCLA 74-59 for 1st win at Pauley in 15 years
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Playing in Pauley Pavilion for the first time, Tyrell Terry thought of Russell Westbrook and Lonzo Ball.
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Porter, Dozier lead Nuggets to 100-86 win over Hornets
DENVER (AP) — After being told to get ready for his Denver debut, P.J. Dozier was quickly asked how many plays he remembered.
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Lewis, Alabama hand No. 4 Auburn its first loss, 83-64
TUSCALOOSA, Ala. (AP) — Nate Oats and Alabama had two achievements to celebrate: a huge win and knocking rival Auburn from the dwindling ranks of the unbeaten.
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Hubb's 25 points lead Notre Dame past Georgia Tech 78-74
ATLANTA (AP) — This time, Notre Dame was prepared for the closing minutes of another close ACC game.
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Edwards, Hammonds lead Georgia to 80-63 rout of Tennessee
ATHENS, Ga. (AP) — Georgia's older players were motivated by what happened a year ago in Knoxville.
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Powell's 23 help Raptors hold off Thunder 130-121
OKLAHOMA CITY (AP) — Norman Powell doesn't need to work his way back into form.
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LaVine powers Bulls past Wizards 115-106
CHICAGO (AP) — Zach LaVine wants to play in the All-Star Game next month in Chicago.
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No. 2 Baylor wins 13th in a row, 68-55 over Iowa State
WACO, Texas (AP) — Davion Mitchell had 17 points, scoring just before and after halftime as No. 2 Baylor started stretching its lead, and the Bears beat Iowa State 68-55 on Wednesday night for their 13th win in a row.
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Halftime adjustments lead No. 18 Pirates past No. 5 Butler
INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — Seton Hall coach Kevin Willard kept it simple at halftime Wednesday.
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Sekou Doumbouya scores 24, Pistons down Celtics 116-103
BOSTON (AP) — The Pistons have been playing most of the past month without three starters.
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Rutgers remains unbeaten at home, beats Indiana 59-50
PISCATAWAY, N.J. (AP) — Winning of the road in the Big Ten Conference has been tough for almost every team. Doing it at Rutgers has been impossible so far.
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Couisnard, South Carolina stun No. 10 Kentucky 81-78
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — Freshman Jermaine Couisnard made the most of his first college start. His success against No. 10 Kentucky could mean bigger things ahead for South Carolina.
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Edwards, Hammonds led Georgia to 80-63 rout of Tennessee
ATHENS, Ga. (AP) — Freshman Anthony Edwards scored 20 of his 26 points in the first half, pushing Georgia to a big lead that carried the Bulldogs to an 80-63 victory over Tennessee on Wednesday night.
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No. 18 Seton Hall rallies in 2nd half to stun No. 5 Butler
INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — Myles Powell scored 19 of his 29 points in the second half and Romaro Gill matched his career high with 17 points to lead No. 18 Seton Hall back from a 10-point halftime deficit for a 78-70 victory at No. 5 Butler on Wednesday night.
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Wrestler Rocky Johnson, Dwayne Johnson’s father, dead at 75
Rocky "Soulman" Johnson, a WWE Hall of Fame wrestler who became better known as the father of actor Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson, has died. He was 75.
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Davante Adams' drive to be great has become an 'obsession'
GREEN BAY, Wis. (AP) — Davante Adams obsesses about being great.
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Ohio State's Day won't soon forget team's playoff stumble
COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) — The playoff loss to Clemson that ended Ohio State’s season will sting for a long time, coach Ryan Day acknowledged Wednesday. The Buckeyes will move on, and he hopes the terrible taste in their mouths will motivate next season's team.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
South Carolina continues to put in work as top-ranked team
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — South Carolina point guard Tyasha Harris didn't do a much celebrating when the Gamecocks ascended to the top of the rankings this week. She understands how tenuous it can be trying to hold onto the top.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Mbappé nets 2 against former club as PSG wins 4-1 at Monaco
PARIS (AP) — Kylian Mbappé scored twice against his former club as Paris Saint-Germain won 4-1 at Monaco on Wednesday to move eight points clear at the top of the French league.
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Antonio Gates ready to move on following 16-year career
COSTA MESA, Calif. (AP) — Antonio Gates was hoping to get a final chance at reaching the Super Bowl.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Mathieu, Clark turn gambles by Chiefs into wise investments
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — Tyrann Mathieu and Frank Clark were watching the AFC championship game on television a year ago, their teams knocked out of the playoffs, never thinking for a moment what the following 12 months might bring them.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Warriors sign Lee to multiyear contract, bring back Chriss
SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — Guard Damion Lee signed a multiyear contract with the Warriors on Wednesday as expected given his time as a two-way player had expired and Golden State wanted to keep him for the remainder of the season.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Rooney: Steelers standing pat at QB heading into 2020
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Art Rooney II isn't quite sure what to make of what the Pittsburgh Steelers president called one of the “craziest” seasons he's experienced during his 50-plus years around the NFL.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Senior tour long, long ways off for Phil Mickelson
LA QUINTA, Calif. (AP) — Five months away from his 50th birthday, Phil Mickelson is still a long, long ways from the senior tour.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Cora remorseful, Red Sox begin search for new manager
BOSTON (AP) — The Boston Red Sox need to find a new manager, and it sounds like they haven't gotten over their old one.
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NASCAR to run Xfinity race on Indy road course for 1st time
INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — Roger Penske already is making changes at Indianapolis Motor Speedway.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Analysis: NHL season marked by coaching carousel, changes
Firing coaches during the season has been relatively common in the NHL for decades. The volume is nonetheless jaw-dropping in 2019-20 — and there is still half a season to go.
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Griffin: Pelicans project Zion Williamson debut for Jan. 22
METAIRIE, La. (AP) — Zion Williamson, the top choice in last summer’s NBA draft, is scheduled to make his regular season debut for the Pelicans on Jan. 22 when New Orleans hosts the the San Antonio Spurs, Pelicans basketball operations chief David Griffin said Wednesday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Crosby's return makes resilient Penguins diligent, dangerous
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Mike Sullivan's messages can be relentless. The Pittsburgh Penguins coach peppers his team with a handful of mantras that seemingly run on a loop during every practice, every period, sometimes every shift.
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Ahead in the clouds: Alibaba plans to change the Olympics
LAUSANNE, Switzerland (AP) — Alibaba’s promise to the Olympic family is to bring its technological might to help organizers, broadcasters and fans.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Cardinals star WR Fitzgerald returning for 2020 season
TEMPE, Arizona (AP) — Larry Fitzgerald didn't keep the Arizona Cardinals waiting for long. One of the most productive wide receivers in NFL history isn't done yet, returning for his 17th season with the franchise that drafted him in 2004.
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Prolific scorer and whistleblower, Aluko retires from soccer
Former England striker Eni Aluko retired from professional soccer on Wednesday, ending a career in which she became a prolific scorer for multiple teams and fought to expose her national team coach's racism.
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'Armless Archer' Stutzman and his disarming sense of humor
TOKYO (AP) — Matt Stutzman has no arms. He was born that way. But he has — pardon the pun — a disarming sense of humor.
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Lindell scores winner in OT, Stars rally to beat Avs 3-2
DENVER (AP) — Jamie Benn provided the pep by throwing some punches.
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Davison's 3 sends Wisconsin past No. 17 Maryland, 56-54
MADISON, Wis. (AP) — Wisconsin coach Greg Gard's favorite saying of late has been, “Gritty, not pretty.”
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Leonard scores 43 in 3 quarters as Clippers rout Cavaliers
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Kawhi Leonard more than did his part to make sure the Los Angeles Clippers made quick work of the Cleveland Cavaliers.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Stamkos' shootout goal lifts Lightning over Kings 4-3
TAMPA, Fla. (AP) — With a blistering shot that glanced off the goalie's shoulder and into the net, Nikita Kucherov saved the night for the Tampa Bay Lightning.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Hobbled Toppin carries No. 13 Dayton past VCU, 79-65
DAYTON, Ohio (AP) — As the final minute ticked down, Jalen Crutcher dribbled toward the basket and saw Obi Toppin getting set for one more alley-oop, bad ankle and all.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Crosby collects 4 points in return, Penguins rip Wild 7-3
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Sidney Crosby stressed he wouldn't try to get “too fancy” in his return from a two-month layoff following abdominal surgery.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Red Sox manager Alex Cora fired in sign-stealing scandal
BOSTON (AP) — Alex Cora has already been identified as a ringleader in an illegal system of sign stealing when he was with the Houston Astros.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Culver scores 17, No. 12 West Virginia stomps TCU 81-49
MORGANTOWN, W.Va. (AP) — West Virginia's improving bench scoring is starting to give Big 12 opponents fits.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Moss scores 20 points, No. 6 Kansas beats Oklahoma 66-52
NORMAN, Okla. (AP) — Isaiah Moss made the transition from reserve to starter look easy.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Young, Huerter power Hawks to 123-110 win over Booker, Suns
ATLANTA (AP) — Kevin Huerter says he has no idea when Trae Young is about to go on one of his hot streaks.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Panthers LB Kuechly retiring after 8 seasons in NFL
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) — Carolina Panthers linebacker Luke Kuechly is retiring from the NFL after eight seasons.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
To stop sign stealing, MLB could fight tech with more tech
PHOENIX (AP) — If Major League Baseball really wants to stop its teams from electronically stealing signs, it might consider fighting technology with more technology.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Six coaching changes a highlight at midpoint of NHL season
NEWARK, N.J. (AP) — Firing coaches has been the norm in the NHL for decades. It's just gone to another level this season in our instant-gratification society.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Powell, Doncic lead Mavericks past beat-up Warriors 124-97
SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — Dwight Powell and the Dallas Mavericks had little time to relish another impressive win against the Warriors on the road.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
No. 14 Villanova survives scare, beats DePaul 79-75 in OT
VILLANOVA, Pa. (AP) — Headed into overtime after blowing a big lead in regulation, Collin Gillespie had a one-word challenge for Villanova: Attitude.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
To stop sign stealing, MLB could fight tech with tech
PHOENIX (AP) — If Major League Baseball really wants to stop its teams from electronically stealing signs, it might consider fighting technology with more technology.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Powell, Doncic lead Mavericks past beat-up Warriors 124-97
SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — Dwight Powell and the Dallas Mavericks had little time to relish another impressive win against the Warriors on the road.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Leonard scores 43 in 3 quarters as Clippers rout Cavaliers
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Kawhi Leonard more than did his part to make sure the Los Angeles Clippers made quick work of the Cleveland Cavaliers.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Lindell scores winner in OT, Stars rally to beat Avs 3-2
DENVER (AP) — Jamie Benn provided the pep by throwing some punches.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
No. 14 Villanova survives scare, beats DePaul 79-75 in OT
VILLANOVA, Pa. (AP) — Headed into overtime after blowing a big lead in regulation, Collin Gillespie had a one-word challenge for Villanova: Attitude.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Culver scores 17, No. 12 West Virginia stomps TCU 81-49
MORGANTOWN, W.Va. (AP) — West Virginia's improving bench scoring is starting to give Big 12 opponents fits.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Moss scores 20 points, No. 6 Kansas beats Oklahoma 66-52
NORMAN, Okla. (AP) — Isaiah Moss made the transition from reserve to starter look easy.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Davison's 3 sends Wisconsin past No. 17 Maryland, 56-54
MADISON, Wis. (AP) — Wisconsin coach Greg Gard's favorite saying of late has been, “Gritty, not pretty.”
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Stamkos' shootout goal lifts Lightning over Kings 4-3
TAMPA, Fla. (AP) — With a blistering shot that glanced off the goalie's shoulder and into the net, Nikita Kucherov saved the night for the Tampa Bay Lightning.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Hobbled Toppin carries No. 13 Dayton past VCU, 79-65
DAYTON, Ohio (AP) — As the final minute ticked down, Jalen Crutcher dribbled toward the basket and saw Obi Toppin getting set for one more alley-oop, bad ankle and all.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Young, Huerter power Hawks to 123-110 win over Booker, Suns
ATLANTA (AP) — Kevin Huerter says he has no idea when Trae Young is about to go on one of his hot streaks.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Crosby collects 4 points in return, Penguins rip Wild 7-3
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Sidney Crosby stressed he wouldn't try to get “too fancy” in his return from a two-month layoff following abdominal surgery.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Panthers LB Kuechly retiring after 8 seasons in NFL
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) — Carolina Panthers linebacker Luke Kuechly is retiring from the NFL after eight seasons.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Johnson leads way, Florida beats undermanned Ole Miss 71-55
GAINESVILLE, Fla. (AP) — Florida responded from its worst performance of the season with one of its best.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
No. 21 Buckeyes beat Nebraska, snap 4-game losing streak
COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) — Ohio State coach Chris Holtmann came into his post-game news conference ready to talk about some good stuff for a change.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
AP Source: Panthers tab LSU’s Brady as offensive coordinator
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) — A person familiar with the situation says the Carolina Panthers have agreed to terms on a contract to make LSU passing game coordinator Joe Brady their new offensive coordinator.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
AP source: Twins, 3B Donaldson agree to $92M, 4-year deal
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — The Minnesota Twins and 2015 AL MVP Josh Donaldson have agreed to a $92 million, four-year contract, according to a person familiar with the deal.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Red Sox manager Alex Cora fired in sign-stealing scandal
BOSTON (AP) — Alex Cora has already been identified as a ringleader in an illegal system of sign stealing when he was with the Houston Astros.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Washington State hires Rolovich as coach, replacing Leach
Nick Rolovich has left behind the beaches of Oahu for the wheat fields of the Palouse and the chance to see if his pass-happy, high-scoring style can work at Washington State.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Defending champ Sounders open camp with plenty of questions
TUKWILA, Wash. (AP) — Barely two months after celebrating their second MLS Cup title, the Seattle Sounders opened training camp Tuesday in a winter snowstorm.
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David Peralta, D-backs finalize 3-year, $22 million deal
PHOENIX (AP) — David Peralta and the Arizona Diamondbacks have finalized a $22 million, three-year deal through 2022 that will keep the outfielder with the organization that signed him out of an independent league nearly seven years ago.
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Auburn exceeds expectations as one of last unbeaten teams
AUBURN, Ala. (AP) — The Auburn Tigers haven't missed a step — or lost a game — after losing their three best players from last season's Final Four team.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Title defenders: No. 2 Baylor women on roll into Big 12 play
WACO, Texas (AP) — Baylor coach Kim Mulkey will point out that the only loss for the second-ranked Lady Bears — to current No. 1 South Carolina, at the end of November — was a game they played without standout senior post Lauren Cox.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Nationals finalize $11M, 2-year deal with reliever Hudson
WASHINGTON (AP) — Daniel Hudson thought the door was closed on returning to the Nationals when they signed fellow reliever Will Harris.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Browns' Stefanski impresses but faces huge challenge
CLEVELAND (AP) — Kevin Stefanski made a favorable first impression. Dressed impeccably, he came across lawyer-like, polished and articulate. He exuded confidence and passion.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Antonio Gates announces retirement following 16-year career
Antonio Gates, who became one of the most prolific tight ends in the NFL without playing a down of college football, announced his retirement Tuesday.
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Astros look ahead after firing of Hinch and Luhnow
HOUSTON (AP) — The Houston Astros suddenly have a couple more holes to fill.
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Day Won: Browns' Stefanski impresses in roll out by Browns
CLEVELAND (AP) — Like so many Browns coaches before him, Kevin Stefanski won the news conference. As he'll soon find out, the games will be so much tougher.
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WSU Prez: Rolovich to be football coach at Washington State
The president of Washington State University tweeted Tuesday that Hawaii’s Nick Rolovich will take over as the Cougars' head football coach, replacing Mike Leach.
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Coach O: National champ LSU ready to win more titles
NEW ORLEANS (AP) — LSU coach Ed Orgeron is already thinking about what comes next for his national champions. More specifically, who comes next.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Penguins' Crosby to return from 2-month absence against Wild
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Sidney Crosby is back.
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Bad air doesn't stop qualifying for Australian Open
The air was considered hazardous for outdoor workers, and described as among the worst in the world. For professional tennis players, though, it was deemed to be OK for business.
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At Barcelona, Setién to lead the club he has long admired
MADRID (AP) — Before a match against Barcelona at the Camp Nou more than a year ago, then-Real Betis coach Quique Setién asked Sergio Busquets for his game shirt.
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LeBron's 31 put Lakers past Cavs 128-99 for 9th straight win
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Kevin Love and LeBron James hadn't played against each other since before they got together on the Cleveland Cavaliers in 2014 for a memorable four-year partnership.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
AP source: Wazzu finalizing deal to make Rolovich head coach
Washington State is close to finalizing an agreement with Hawaii’s Nick Rolovich to take over as the Cougars' head football coach, according to two people with knowledge of the situation.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Deep and relentless: LSU wears Clemson out in title tilt
NEW ORLEANS (AP) — Clyde Edwards-Helaire took turns dancing around defenders or churning his legs as he pushed his compact frame through tacklers for extra yards and pivotal first downs.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Panarin has 2 goals, 3 assists as Rangers beat Islanders 6-2
NEW YORK (AP) — Rangers coach David Quinn isn't surprised by anything Artemi Panarin does.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Lillard has 30 and Portland beats Charlotte 115-112
PORTLAND, Ore. (AP) — Damian Lillard just knew.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Warren's big night, late block help Pacers rally past 76ers
INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — When the Indiana Pacers were struggling offensively Monday, T.J. Warren bailed them out.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Clemson D, Lawrence falter as LSU rolls to championship
NEW ORLEANS (AP) — Clemson relied all year on a strong defense and quarterback Trevor Lawrence to give itself a shot at a second straight national title.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Clemson D, Lawrence falter as LSU rolls to championship
NEW ORLEANS (AP) — Clemson relied all year on a strong defense and quarterback Trevor Lawrence to give itself a shot at a second straight national title.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
LSU's offensive dynamism wears Clemson out in title tilt
NEW ORLEANS (AP) — Once the greatest offense in LSU history got rolling, it became apparent that Clemson's defense had far more to worry about than Heisman Trophy-winning quarterback Joe Burrow and Biletnikoff-winning receiver Ja'Marr Chase.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Lillard has 30 and Portland beats Charlotte 115-112
PORTLAND, Ore. (AP) — Damian Lillard just knew.
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LeBron's 31 put Lakers past Cavs 128-99 for 9th straight win
LOS ANGELES (AP) — LeBron James scored 23 of his 31 points in a dominant second half, and Dwight Howard added season highs of 21 points and 15 rebounds in the Los Angeles Lakers' ninth consecutive victory, 128-99 over the Cleveland Cavaliers on Monday night.
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Clemson defense withers as LSU rolls to championship
NEW ORLEANS (AP) — Clemson used a strong, imaginative defense and timely attack in building the biggest lead LSU had faced all season.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
AP source: Wazzu finalizing deal to make Rolovich head coach
Washington State is close to finalizing an agreement with Hawaii’s Nick Rolovich to take over as the Cougars' head football coach, according to two people with knowledge of the situation.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Panarin has 2 goals, 3 assists as Rangers beat Islanders 6-2
NEW YORK (AP) — Rangers coach David Quinn isn't surprised by anything Artemi Panarin does.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Warren's big night, late block help Pacers rally past 76ers
INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — When the Indiana Pacers were struggling offensively Monday, T.J. Warren bailed them out.
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A look back at other infamous cheating scandals in sports
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Rodgers-Adams connection has Packers 1 win from Super Bowl
GREEN BAY, Wis. (AP) — Aaron Rodgers has spoken on several occasions about the chemistry he had with former longtime teammate Jordy Nelson.
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Another Seahawks playoff run falls short of expectations
RENTON, Wash. (AP) — It’s been six years since Russell Wilson raised the Super Bowl trophy. Five years since his fateful pass from the 1-yard line.
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MLB sign-stealing investigation turns to Cora, Red Sox
BOSTON (AP) — Alex Cora could be the next World Series-winning manager sent home for stealing signs.
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Texans face long offseason after collapse against Chiefs
HOUSTON (AP) — The Houston Texans were up 24-0 in the first quarter against the Kansas City Chiefs and looked to be headed for their first AFC championship game, which they would have hosted.
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Stefanski officially hired as Browns coach, GM search on
CLEVELAND (AP) — Kevin Stefanski is getting a turn at fixing the busted Browns.
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Cavs rookie Windler out for rest of season with leg injury
CLEVELAND (AP) — Cavaliers rookie swingman Dylan Windler will miss the rest of the season with a leg injury he sustained during the preseason.
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Barcelona axes manager Valverde in midseason with Liga lead
MADRID (AP) — Barcelona made a rare coaching change midway through the season, replacing Ernesto Valverde with former Real Betis manager Quique Setién on Monday.
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Barcelona replaces Valverde with former Betis coach Setién
MADRID (AP) — Barcelona has made a rare coaching change midway through the season, replacing Ernesto Valverde with former Real Betis manager Quique Setién.
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David Peralta, D-backs finalize 3-year, $22 million deal
PHOENIX (AP) — David Peralta and the Arizona Diamondbacks have finalized a $22 million, three-year deal through 2022 that will keep the outfielder with the organization that signed him out of an independent league nearly seven years ago.
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Ravens' memorable 2019 season spoiled by early playoff exit
OWINGS MILLS, Md. (AP) — As top-seeded Baltimore approached its playoff opener last week, linebacker Josh Bynes was asked to compare the current edition of the Ravens to the Super Bowl champions of 2012.
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Chiefs revenge tour begins with Houston, gets Tennessee next
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — In a jubilant locker room after the Kansas City Chiefs had thumped Houston to return to the AFC title game, defensive end Frank Clark thought back to a humiliating loss to the Texans midway through the regular season.
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Jaguars fire offensive coordinator DeFilippo after 1 season
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. (AP) — Gardner Minshew was as good as any rookie quarterback in the NFL. Running back Leonard Fournette had a career year. And second-year pro DJ Chark became a weekly threat to defenses.
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Humble Aguero still the standard bearer for strikers in EPL
There’s a shelf above the television in his home in a plush area of northwest England where Sergio Aguero keeps the match balls — signed by all his teammates — from the hat tricks he has scored for Manchester City.
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Bundesliga, Amazon want to predict what happens next
Statistics on sports broadcasts give context to what happened. The German Bundesliga and Amazon want to provide a data-based guess on what will occur next.
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Sarri sheds his stubborn style at Juventus and finds success
ROME (AP) — Maurizio Sarri must have learned something from those awful losses midway through last season at Chelsea, when he was getting ridiculed for stubbornly sticking with his highly technical passing system.
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AP source: Dodgers sign Alex Wood to $4 million, 1-year deal
LOS ANGELES (AP) — The Los Angeles Dodgers and pitcher Alex Wood agreed to a $4 million, one-year deal Sunday, a person familiar with the agreement said.
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No. 25 Colorado bounces back, races past Utah 91-52
BOULDER, Colo. (AP) — The Colorado Buffaloes loved their
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No. 5 Stanford beats rival Cal 79-65 for weekend sweep
BERKELEY, Calif. (AP) — Stanford certainly wanted a tough challenge with a week ahead that features road games at fellow Pac-12 powers Oregon and Oregon State. California provided that push while desperately seeking a much-improved performance against its rival than the outcome of two days earlier.
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Achiuwa's double-double leads No. 21 Memphis past USF 68-64
TAMPA, Fla. (AP) — Penny Hardaway sees No. 21 Memphis coming together as a team that'll have to be reckoned with by season's end.
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Devils end Lightning team record tying 10-game win streak
NEWARK, N.J. (AP) — The New Jersey Devils are starting to play their best hockey of the season and it cost the Tampa Bay Lightning their franchise-record tying 10-game winning streak.
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Seattle defense struggles in season-ending loss to Packers
GREEN BAY, Wis. (AP) — The Seattle Seahawks were routinely Super Bowl contenders just a few years ago thanks in large part to their dominant defense.
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Rodrigues scores 2 goals to lift Sabres past Detroit 5-1
DETROIT (AP) — Evan Rodrigues had no goals in 25 games this season. Zach Bogosian had none in 15.
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Another upset for Arizona St women, who beat No. 3 Oregon St
TEMPE, Ariz. (AP) — Arizona State coach Charli Turner Thorne came to the postgame press conference with a backward hat on her matted hair — the result of celebrating a second upset win in less than 48 hours.
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Chiefs rally from 24-0 hole to beat Texans 51-31 in playoffs
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — Patrick Mahomes stalked up and down the sideline like a field marshal rallying his troops, the brilliant young quarterback imploring the Kansas City Chiefs to stay together even as the Houston Texans were on the verge of taking them apart.
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Hurricanes withstand late rally by Pittsburgh to win 66-58
CORAL GABLES, Fla. (AP) — The Miami Hurricanes squandered a lead of 16-0, so they built an even bigger one — and nearly blew that.
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Texans' season ends with playoff meltdown against Chiefs
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — Bill O'Brien figured it would take more than 24 points to beat the Kansas City Chiefs on Sunday.
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No. 4 South Carolina women rout Vandy 93-57, now 16-1
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — The fourth-ranked South Carolina Gamecocks made sure they wouldn't be joining the growing list of upsets in women's basketball.
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Jokic helps Nuggets hold on for 114-104 win over Clippers
DENVER (AP) — The Denver Nuggets put an ugly loss behind them with a statement win over a top-tier team.
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AP source: Dodgers sign Alex Wood to $4 million, 1-year deal
LOS ANGELES (AP) — The Los Angeles Dodgers and pitcher Alex Wood agreed to a $4 million, one-year deal Sunday, a person familiar with the agreement said.
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Jokic helps Nuggets hold on for 114-104 win over Clippers
DENVER (AP) — The Denver Nuggets put an ugly loss behind them with a statement win over a top-tier team.
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Seattle defense struggles in season-ending loss to Packers
GREEN BAY, Wis. (AP) — The Seattle Seahawks were routinely Super Bowl contenders just a few years ago thanks in large part to their dominant defense.
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No. 5 Stanford beats rival Cal 79-65 for weekend sweep
BERKELEY, Calif. (AP) — Stanford certainly wanted a tough challenge with a week ahead that features road games at fellow Pac-12 powers Oregon and Oregon State. California provided that push while desperately seeking a much-improved performance against its rival than the outcome of two days earlier.
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Devils end Lightning team record tying 10-game win streak
NEWARK, N.J. (AP) — The New Jersey Devils are starting to play their best hockey of the season and it cost the Tampa Bay Lightning their franchise-record tying 10-game winning streak.
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Texans' season ends with playoff meltdown against Chiefs
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — Bill O'Brien figured it would take more than 24 points to beat the Kansas City Chiefs on Sunday.
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Hurricanes withstand late rally by Pittsburgh to win 66-58
CORAL GABLES, Fla. (AP) — The Miami Hurricanes squandered a lead of 16-0, so they built an even bigger one — and nearly blew that.
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Rodrigues scores 2 goals to lift Sabres past Detroit 5-1
DETROIT (AP) — Evan Rodrigues had no goals in 25 games this season. Zach Bogosian had none in 15.
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No. 25 Colorado bounces back, races past Utah 91-52
BOULDER, Colo. (AP) — The Colorado Buffaloes loved their
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Chiefs rally from 24-0 hole to beat Texans 51-31 in playoffs
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — Patrick Mahomes stalked up and down the sideline like a field marshal rallying his troops, the brilliant young quarterback imploring the Kansas City Chiefs to stay together even as the Houston Texans were on the verge of taking them apart.
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Second shot: Browns hiring Kevin Stefanski as next coach
CLEVELAND (AP) — Kevin Stefanski coached running backs, tight ends and quarterbacks in Minnesota. He's about to take on his most challenging group yet — the Browns.
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No. 4 South Carolina women rout Vandy 93-57, now 16-1
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — The fourth-ranked South Carolina Gamecocks made sure they wouldn't be joining the growing list of upsets in women's basketball.
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Achiuwa's double-double leads No. 21 Memphis past USF 68-64
TAMPA, Fla. (AP) — Penny Hardaway sees No. 21 Memphis coming together as a team that'll have to be reckoned with by season's end.
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Ray Shero is out as New Jersey Devils' general manager
NEWARK, N.J. (AP) — Ray Shero has been fired as the New Jersey Devils' general manager after a four-plus year tenure that saw the three-time Stanley Cup champions make the playoffs only once.
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Another upset for Arizona St women, who beat No. 3 Oregon St
TEMPE, Ariz. (AP) — Arizona State coach Charli Turner Thorne came to the postgame press conference with a backward hat on her matted hair — the result of celebrating a second upset win in less than 48 hours.
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Neymar's two goals not enough as PSG draws 3-3 with Monaco
PARIS (AP) — Neymar's two goals were not enough as Monaco punished sloppy defending to draw 3-3 at French league leader Paris Saint-Germain on Sunday.
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Swinney, Orgeron leading evolution in coaching styles
NEW ORLEANS (AP) — Dabo Swinney can turn most any issue into an extended, persuasive sermon. If he was a salesman, we'd all probably be buying time shares.
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Juventus takes control of Serie A with win at Roma
ROME (AP) — A 2-1 win at Roma on Sunday placed Juventus in prime position for a record-extending ninth straight Serie A title.
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No. 6 Baylor women beat Oklahoma State 94-48 after UConn win
WACO, Texas (AP) — NaLyssa Smith and No. 6 Baylor followed up that streak-busting win at top-ranked UConn with another big victory at home.
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No. 7 Louisville women pull away from Wake Forest, 75-61
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (AP) — With Louisville ahead but not fully in control, its best players took charge to close out Wake Forest.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
No. 8 UCLA overcomes slow start, Colorado in 65-62 win
BOULDER, Colo. (AP) — Michaela Onyenwere's homecoming was almost perfect.
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No. 23 Wichita State holds off UConn 89-86 in 2 OTs
HARTFORD, Conn. (AP) — Wichita State gave up a nine-point point lead in just over a minute at the end of regulation and had two key players foul out during two overtimes.
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LSU linebacker Divinity hoping to turn trouble into triumph
NEW ORLEANS (AP) — Trouble off the field caused LSU senior linebacker Michael Divinity to miss the majority of one of the most extraordinary football seasons in school history.
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Purdue defense bottles up No. 8 Spartans in 71-42 upset
WEST LAFAYETTE, Ind. (AP) — Purdue's struggling offense received all the attention the last couple weeks.
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Chiefs' Jones inactive for playoff game; Texans' Fuller OK
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — The Kansas City Chiefs were without Pro Bowl defensive tackle Chris Jones for their divisional playoff game against the Houston Texans on Sunday after their sacks leader hurt his calf in practice and struggled through pregame warm-ups.
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Clemson LB Smith enjoying success that was long time coming
NEW ORLEANS (AP) — Clemson is counting on linebacker Chad Smith to play a major role against top-ranked LSU on college football's biggest stage.
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FIU's Borregales helped beat Miami, now joins Hurricanes
CORAL GABLES, Fla. (AP) — Jose Borregales finally was wanted by the Miami Hurricanes. Beating them was all it took.
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AP source: Browns hiring Vikings OC Stefanski as next coach
CLEVELAND (AP) — The Browns didn't pass on Kevin Stefanski a second time.
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Ravens guard Yanda says Titans DL Simmons spit in his face
BALTIMORE (AP) — Ravens Pro Bowl guard Marshal Yanda says Tennessee Titans rookie defensive lineman Jeffrey Simmons spit in his face during the AFC divisional playoff game.
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Bergeron scores on power play in OT, Bruins top Isles 3-2
NEW YORK (AP) — Patrice Bergeron knew if he was in the right place, he'd get the puck with a chance to get the winning goal in overtime.
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Bulls beat Pistons again, 108-99; Drummond ejected
DETROIT (AP) — Luke Kornet helped the Chicago Bulls to the type of start coach Jim Boylen was looking for.
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Jackson and Ravens can't sustain regular season success
BALTIMORE (AP) — The Lamar Jackson who ran with abandon and threw 36 touchdown passes for the best team in the league failed to show up in the playoffs — again.
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Harden passes 20,000 points, Rockets beat Wolves 139-109
HOUSTON (AP) — James Harden didn't have much to say after he surpassed 20,000 points on Saturday in Houston's blowout win over Minnesota.
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Feagin, No. 7 SDSU beat Boise State 83-65 to stay undefeated
SAN DIEGO (AP) — With Viejas Arena rocking like it did during Kawhi Leonard's short stay at San Diego State, KJ Feagin and the No. 7 Aztecs knocked out Boise State in the opening minutes.
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Lakers top Thunder 125-110 without LeBron, Anthony Davis
OKLAHOMA CITY (AP) — The Los Angeles Lakers fully expected victory, even without LeBron James and Anthony Davis.
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Jayson Tatum scores 41, Celtics cruise past Pelicans 140-105
BOSTON (AP) — Celtics coach Brad Stevens said giving his team a day off following its worst losing streak of the season felt like the right thing to do.
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Doncic, Powell lead Mavericks past Embiid-less 76ers, 109-91
DALLAS (AP) — Luka Doncic was out for an impressive Dallas win in Philadelphia and didn't have European sidekick Kristaps Porzingis for the rematch in Texas.
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USC beats crosstown rival UCLA 74-63 for 7th win in 8 games
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Nick Rakocevic is a senior, so time is running out for him to enjoy beating UCLA.
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Feagin, No. 7 SDSU beat Boise State 83-65 to stay undefeated
SAN DIEGO (AP) — With Viejas Arena rocking like it did during Kawhi Leonard's short stay at San Diego State, KJ Feagin and the No. 7 Aztecs knocked out Boise State in the opening minutes.
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USC beats crosstown rival UCLA 74-63 for 7th win in 8 games
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Nick Rakocevic is a senior, so time is running out for him to enjoy beating UCLA.
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Jackson and Ravens can't sustain regular season success
BALTIMORE (AP) — The Lamar Jackson who ran with abandon and thew 36 touchdown passes for the best team in the league failed to show up in the playoffs — again.
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Doncic, Powell lead Mavericks past Embiid-less 76ers, 109-91
DALLAS (AP) — Luka Doncic was out for an impressive Dallas win in Philadelphia and didn't have European sidekick Kristaps Porzingis for the rematch in Texas.
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Coleman's 14 points lead Texas over Kansas State 64-50
AUSTIN, Texas (AP) — Texas turned up a lock-down defense to get the Longhorns their first Big 12 win of the season.
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Lakers top Thunder 125-110 without LeBron, Anthony Davis
OKLAHOMA CITY (AP) — The Los Angeles Lakers fully expected victory, even without LeBron James and Anthony Davis.
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Bergeron scores on power play in OT, Bruins top Isles 3-2
NEW YORK (AP) — Patrice Bergeron knew if he was in the right place, he'd get the puck with a chance to get the winning goal in overtime.
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Bulls beat Pistons again, 108-99; Drummond ejected
DETROIT (AP) — Luke Kornet helped the Chicago Bulls to the type of start coach Jim Boylen was looking for.
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Browns' coaching search nearing end, GM interviews planned
CLEVELAND (AP) — The Browns' two-week-old coaching search has come into focus, and perhaps may soon come to an end.
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Jayson Tatum scores 41, Celtics cruise past Pelicans 140-105
BOSTON (AP) — Celtics coach Brad Stevens said giving his team a day off following its worst losing streak of the season felt like the right thing to do.
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McBride leads No. 17 West Virginia over No. 22 Texas Tech
MORGANTOWN, W.Va. (AP) — Miles McBride took over when the shots weren’t falling for West Virginia.
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Harden passes 20,000 points, Rockets beat Wolves 139-109
HOUSTON (AP) — James Harden didn't have much to say after he surpassed 20,000 points on Saturday in Houston's blowout win over Minnesota.
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Kopp, Northwestern hang on to beat Nebraska 62-57
EVANSTON, Ill. (AP) — Northwestern coach Chris Collins saw his team playing music and dancing and bumping chests. He hopes the celebrations happen on a more regular basis.
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Boeheim lifts Syracuse past No. 18 Virginia, 63-55 in OT
CHARLOTTESVILLE, Va. (AP) — Buddy Boeheim and Syracuse had had enough of close losses.
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Top-ranked Gonzaga cruises to win over Loyola Marymount
LOS ANGELES (AP) — After a pair of close calls last week, Gonzaga coach Mark Few felt it was the right time to once again stress what is associated with being the top-ranked team in the country.
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Powell scores 23, Seton Hall wins its sixth in row, 69-55
NEWARK, N.J. (AP) — Seton Hall coach Kevin Willard didn't hesitate to take out most of his starters after Marquette rallied from a seven-point deficit to tie the game midway through the second half.
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Texas A&M routs Vanderbilt 69-50 with Nesmith out for Dores
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — The Vanderbilt Commodores are fighting the feeling that Memorial Gym might be haunted after likely losing their leading scorer for a second straight season.
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Browns still coachless, team starts contacting potential GMs
CLEVELAND (AP) — The interviews are over. The wait continues. The Browns are still coachless.
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North Dakota St. wins 8th FCS title 28-20 over James Madison
FRISCO, Texas (AP) — Now this was a perfect ending for North Dakota State, with its redshirt freshman quarterback and the senior safety in his final game after first wanting to be a Bison quarterback.
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Analysis: Clemson will win with talent to slow LSU, Burrow
NEW ORLEANS (AP) — No. 1 LSU has been unstoppable this season but the top-ranked team in the nation hasn't faced Clemson defensive coordinator Brent Venables this season.
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Nationals' Max Scherzer 'good,' 'strong' and rarin' to go
WASHINGTON (AP) — With a “2019 World Series Champions” patch stitched onto the right sleeve of his white Washington Nationals jersey, and his eyes -- one brown, one blue -- open wide, Max Scherzer made it clear as clear can be Saturday that his neck is just fine and his …
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No. 5 Auburn stays perfect, rips Georgia 82-60 behind bench
AUBURN, Ala. (AP) — The bench helped trigger No. 5 Auburn's emphatic reboot from a slow start.
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Analysis: LSU wins with improved defense, dome advantage
NEW ORLEANS (AP) — It would be one thing if all top-ranked LSU could hang its hat on was Heisman Trophy winning quarterback Joe Burrow leading what is arguably one of the greatest offenses in the history of college football.
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Tennessee ekes out 56-55 victory over South Carolina
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — On an afternoon when making a basket seemed as difficult as climbing a mountain, it’s only fitting that a defensive play decided the game.
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Top-ranked UConn bounces back from loss, routs Houston 91-51
HARTFORD, Conn. (AP) — Twenty-one-year-old UConn star Megan Walker was born five years after the Huskies last lost consecutive games.
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Record start for Liverpool as Southampton gains redemption
By gaining redemption for one of the darkest days in its history, Southampton succeeded in pushing record-breaking Liverpool even closer to its first English league title in 30 years.
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Redemption for Southampton, Liverpool moves 16 points clear
By gaining redemption for one of the darkest days in its history, Southampton succeeded in pushing Liverpool even closer to its first English league title in 30 years.
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Toppin hurts ankle while No. 15 Dayton beats UMass 88-60
DAYTON, Ohio (AP) — Obi Toppin landed with a loud thud and grabbed his left ankle. The capacity crowd at University of Dayton Arena went silent as the Flyers' top player lay on the court.
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Dembélé scores again as Lyon wins at Bordeaux to go 5th
PARIS (AP) — A fine finish from coveted striker Moussa Dembélé and a deflected effort from Maxwell Cornet helped Lyon rally to beat Bordeaux 2-1 in the French league on Saturday.
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Bey scores 33, leads No. 16 Villanova past Georgetown 80-66
PHILADELPHIA (AP) — Saddiq Bey was needed to score more to keep Villanova in the hunt to win as tough a Big East conference as it's been in years.
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No. 5 Auburn overwhelms Georgia 82-60 to remain perfect
AUBURN, Ala. (AP) — Samir Doughty had 17 points and No. 5 Auburn shot 53 percent in an 82-60 victory Saturday over Georgia to preserve the Tigers' perfect record.
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Why Clemson Wins: DC Venables can slow LSU, Burrow
NEW ORLEANS (AP) — No. 1 LSU has been unstoppable this season but the top-ranked team in the nation hasn't faced Clemson defensive coordinator Brent Venables this season.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
No. 14 Kentucky tops Alabama 76-67 for 1,000th SEC victory
LEXINGTON, Ky. (AP) — Immanuel Quickley's recent string of impressive shooting performances prove how well he's used the semester break honing his perimeter shot in the gym.
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Strikers offering ray of light for inconsistent Man United
In an occasionally bleak season for Manchester United, there is a ray of light in the flourishing attacking combination of Marcus Rashford and Anthony Martial.
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Browns remains coachless as 2-week search drags on
CLEVELAND (AP) — The interviews are over. The wait continues. The Browns are still coachless.
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SS Trea Turner, Nationals agree to $7.45 million for 2020
WASHINGTON (AP) — Shortstop Trea Turner and the Washington Nationals agreed to a $7.45 million, one-year contract Friday, as the World Series champions avoided arbitration by settling with all of their eligible players.
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Pivec lifts No. 3 Oregon State over No. 18 Arizona 63-61
TUCSON, Ariz. (AP) — Oregon State hasn't had many tense moments in a season full of blowouts. With a smooth move in the lane and a tough finish in the final seconds, Mikayla Pivec showed the Beavers haven't forgotten how to handle them.
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VanDerveer is first women's coach to 500 wins in one league
STANFORD, Calif. (AP) — How fitting that so many of Tara VanDerveer's former players were in the stands for another of the Hall of Fame coach's many milestones.
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AP source: Peralta agrees to $22M, 3-year deal with D-backs
PHOENIX (AP) — Left fielder David Peralta dodged salary arbitration by agreeing to a $22 million, three-year contract with the Arizona Diamondbacks on Friday, a person familiar with the deal told The Associated Press.
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Mancini ($4.75M), Givens ($3.2M) reach deals with O's
BALTIMORE (AP) — The Orioles agreed to one-year contracts with their remaining players eligible for arbitration, securing deals Friday with slugger Trey Mancini, Mychal Givens and infielder Hanser Alberto.
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Brewers sign INF Gyorko to $2M, 1-year deal with 2021 option
MILWAUKEE (AP) — Infielder Jedd Gyorko signed a $2 million, one-year deal Friday with the Milwaukee Brewers that includes a club option for 2021.
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No. 6 Butler beats Providence 70-58 for 6th straight win
PROVIDENCE, R.I. (AP) — LaVall Jordan has Butler off to a 15-1 record and the No. 6 ranking in The Associated Press Top 25. Not even Brad Stevens' back-to-back NCAA tournament finalists did that.
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James leads Lakers over frustrated Doncic, Mavericks 129-114
DALLAS (AP) — LeBron James drove for easy layups or quick passes to open shooters at the 3-point line early in another meeting with Dallas phenom Luka Doncic.
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Cubs, star Kris Bryant agree to $18.6 million, 1-year deal
CHICAGO (AP) — Third baseman Kris Bryant avoided arbitration with the Chicago Cubs, agreeing Friday to an $18.6 million, one-year contract.
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Clippers rally in fourth quarter to beat Warriors 109-100
LOS ANGELES (AP) — After having four days off, the Los Angeles Clippers looked more rusty than rested during the first three quarters of their game Friday night against the Golden State Warriors.
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James leads Lakers over frustrated Doncic, Mavericks 129-114
DALLAS (AP) — LeBron James drove for easy layups or quick passes to open shooters at the 3-point line early in another meeting with Dallas phenom Luka Doncic.
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Clippers rally in fourth quarter to beat Warriors 109-100
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Kawhi Leonard scored 36 points, Lou Williams added 21 and the Los Angeles Clippers rallied from a 10-point deficit at the start of the fourth quarter to defeat the Golden State Warriors 109-100 on Friday night.
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James, Kuzma lead Lakers over frustrated Mavericks 129-114
DALLAS (AP) — LeBron James drove for easy layups or quick passes to open shooters at the 3-point line early in another meeting with Dallas phenom Luka Doncic.
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Mancini ($4.75M), Givens ($3.2M) reach deals with O's
BALTIMORE (AP) — The Orioles agreed to one-year contracts with their remaining players eligible for arbitration, securing deals Friday with slugger Trey Mancini, Mychal Givens and infielder Hanser Alberto.
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Pivec lifts No. 3 Oregon State over No. 18 Arizona 63-61
TUCSON, Ariz. (AP) — Oregon State hasn't had many tense moments in a season full of blowouts. With a smooth move in the lane and a tough finish in the final seconds, Mikayla Pivec showed the Beavers haven't forgotten how to handle them.
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Cubs, star Kris Bryant agree to $18.6 million, 1-year deal
CHICAGO (AP) — Third baseman Kris Bryant avoided arbitration with the Chicago Cubs, agreeing Friday to an $18.6 million, one-year contract.
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VanDerveer is first women's coach to 500 wins in one league
STANFORD, Calif. (AP) — How fitting that so many of Tara VanDerveer's former players were in the stands for another of the Hall of Fame coach's many milestones.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
No. 6 Butler beats Providence 70-58 for 6th straight win
PROVIDENCE, R.I. (AP) — LaVall Jordan has Butler off to a 15-1 record and the No. 6 ranking in The Associated Press Top 25. Not even Brad Stevens' back-to-back NCAA tournament finalists did that.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO
Turner has 27 points, 14 boards as Pacers beat Bulls 116-105
CHICAGO (AP) — Myles Turner dominated down low and the Pacers hit enough big shots to squeeze out the victory — even though things got tight at the end.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO
SS Trea Turner, Nationals agree to $7.45 million for 2020
WASHINGTON (AP) — Shortstop Trea Turner and the Washington Nationals agreed to a $7.45 million, one-year contract Friday, as the World Series champions avoided arbitration by settling with all of their eligible players.
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Brewers sign INF Gyorko to $2M, 1-year deal with 2021 option
MILWAUKEE (AP) — Infielder Jedd Gyorko signed a $2 million, one-year deal Friday with the Milwaukee Brewers that includes a club option for 2021.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO
Protecting Wilson? Seahawks won't know who until Sunday
RENTON, Wash. (AP) — The identity of the player who will be protecting Seattle Seahawks quarterback Russell Wilson's blind side will remain unknown until just before Sunday's NFC divisional playoff game against Green Bay.
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Browns, Pats' McDaniels meet for 7 hours about coaching job
CLEVELAND (AP) — Josh McDaniels is back home. Maybe not just to visit.
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Indians, All-Star Lindor reach $17.5 million deal for 2020
CLEVELAND (AP) — Shortstop Francisco Lindor avoided salary arbitration and agreed Friday to a $17.5 million, one-year contract with the Cleveland Indians, who have so far rejected trade offers for the four-time All-Star.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO
LSU, Clemson arrive in New Orleans for CFP championship game
KENNER, La. (AP) — The championship countdown has started to feel like it's on — at last.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO
All-Star Bell gets raise to $4.8 million from Pirates
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Pittsburgh Pirates first baseman Josh Bell's breakout season earned him a hefty pay bump going into 2020. Bell will make $4.8 million this season after agreeing to a deal ahead of Friday's arbitration deadline.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO
North Dakota State and James Madison back in FCS title game
FRISCO, Texas (AP) — North Dakota State and James Madison are both finishing up their first season with new head coaches. The Bison even have a freshman quarterback.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO
AP source: Peralta agrees to $22M, 3-year deal with D-backs
PHOENIX (AP) — Left fielder David Peralta dodged salary arbitration by agreeing to a $22 million, three-year contract with the Arizona Diamondbacks on Friday, a person familiar with the deal told The Associated Press.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO
Strootman scores late winner as Marseille wins 1-0 at Rennes
Substitute Kevin Strootman steered in a late winner as Marseille strengthened its grip on second place in the French league by beating third-placed Rennes 1-0 on Friday.
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Royals agree with OF Soler on $7.3M million deal for 2020
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — The Royals and slugging outfielder Jorge Soler agreed to a $7.3 million contract for next season, allowing the sides to avoid salary arbitration Friday and keep things amicable between them as they explore a long-term deal.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO
Reds' Bauer skirts arbitration after sour '19 hearing vs CLE
CINCINNATI (AP) — Trevor Bauer agreed to a $17.5 million, one-year deal with the Cincinnati Reds on Friday, bypassing salary arbitration after the All-Star pitcher had a contentious hearing with Cleveland last offseason.
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No. 5 Auburn faces Georgia's Edwards in notable SEC matchup
Here are a few things to watch in Southeastern Conference basketball as it heads into the second weekend of league competition.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO
Reds, Bauer avoid arbitration with $17.5 million deal
CINCINNATI (AP) — Trevor Bauer agreed to a $17.5 million, one-year deal with the Cincinnati Reds on Friday, avoiding salary arbitration after the All-Star pitcher had a contentious hearing with Cleveland last offseason.
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Closer Alex Colomé gets $10.5 million deal with White Sox
CHICAGO (AP) — Closer Alex Colomé agreed to a one-year contract for $10,532,500 with the Chicago White Sox, who reached deals with all five of their arbitration-eligible players on Friday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO
LSU coach Orgeron's success fueling Cajun pride on the bayou
LAROSE, La. (AP) — A cardboard likeness of Ed Orgeron, wearing a purple polo with gold LSU lettering, stands in an entertainment parlor at the home of one of his childhood friends.
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Indians reach deals with Naquin, Wittgren
CLEVELAND (AP) — As they wait to share salary figures with All-Star shortstop Francisco Lindor, the Cleveland Indians avoided arbitration with outfielder Tyler Naquin and right-hander Nick Wittgren on Friday.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO
AP source: Cubs, Bryant agree to $18.6 million, 1-year deal
CHICAGO (AP) — Third baseman Kris Bryant avoided arbitration with the Chicago Cubs, agreeing Friday to an $18.6 million, one-year contract, a person familiar with the situation told The Associated Press.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO
Buffalo Bills hire Eric Washington to coach defensive line
ORCHARD PARK, N.Y. (AP) — The Buffalo Bills hired former Carolina Panthers defensive coordinator Eric Washington on Friday to become their defensive line coach.
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Patriots OC McDaniels back home to interview with Browns
CLEVELAND (AP) — Josh McDaniels is back home. Maybe not just to visit.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO
Patriots OC McDaniels meets with Browns about coaching gig
CLEVELAND (AP) — Patriots offensive coordinator Josh McDaniels is again interviewing to become coach of the Cleveland Browns, his third go-around with the team he grew up watching as a kid.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO
Diamondbacks finalize $3M, 1-year deal with Rondón
PHOENIX (AP) — The Arizona Diamondbacks have finalized a $3 million, one-year deal with relief pitcher Héctor Rondón, adding more depth to the back of their bullpen.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO
Encarnación, White Sox complete $12 million, 1-year contract
CHICAGO (AP) — Edwin Encarnación saw the young players the Chicago White Sox have and a bright future for a team eyeing a run at the AL Central championship after seven straight losing seasons. That's why he chose to be a part of it.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO
Problems mount for Mourinho as Liverpool looks to add to woe
The “new-manager bounce” is over at Tottenham. In fact, things have gone rather flat under Jose Mourinho nearly two months since his high-profile arrival at the London club.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO
IOC president defends rules limiting Olympic protests
LAUSANNE, Switzerland (AP) — The political neutrality of the Olympics would be undercut if an athlete took a knee in protest on the medal podium at this year's Tokyo Games, IOC President Thomas Bach said Friday.
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Is This The Year? Clemson seeks first win at North Carolina
A look at the upcoming week around the Atlantic Coast Conference:
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Surprising Rutgers meets Illini looking to extend win streak
What to watch in Big Ten basketball this weekend:
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No. 5 Auburn faces Georgia's Edwards in notable SEC matchup
Here are a few things to watch in Southeastern Conference basketball as it heads into the second weekend of league competition.
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Rinne scores as Predators beat Blackhawks 5-2
CHICAGO (AP) — Pekka Rinne grinned and grinned and grinned.
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Rodgers knows time to win 2nd Super Bowl is running out
GREEN BAY, Wis. (AP) — Aaron Rodgers won his first Super Bowl nearly a decade ago. The time to capture a second is running out.
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Seahawks hoping history doesn't repeat itself again
RENTON, Wash. (AP) — Seattle linebacker K.J. Wright didn't need to be reminded of his personal history playing in Green Bay and never walking out of Lambeau Field with a victory.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO
Without injured Embiid, 76ers rally to beat Celtics 109-98
PHILADELPHIA (AP) — Brett Brown gathered his team in the locker room to ring the postgame victory bell when the 76ers coach noticed a familiar face on general manager Elton Brand's phone. There was Joel Embiid on FaceTime, calling in from New York where he's set to have surgery Friday …
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Pastrnak hat trick helps Bruins hold off Jets 5-4
BOSTON (AP) — The Bruins used a barrage of different scorers to snap a three-game losing streak at Nashville earlier this week. Goals from two of their youngest stars were sufficient to help them get past the Jets.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO
Cavaliers rally past Pistons, 115-112 in OT
DETROIT (AP) — Tristan Thompson and the Cleveland Cavaliers finished a tumultuous couple days with an emotional victory.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO
Bishop, Stars blank Ducks 3-0 for 6th straight win
ANAHEIM, Calif. (AP) — A special night for Corey Perry and Andrew Cogliano ended with yet another businesslike victory for their Dallas Stars.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO
Cavs coach Beilein says he apologized for 'thugs' comment
DETROIT (AP) — John Beilein's first season as an NBA coach took another turbulent turn because of a comment he made during a film session.
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Petrusev, No. 1 Gonzaga race past San Diego 94-50
SAN DIEGO (AP) — The top-ranked Gonzaga Bulldogs had their swagger back after looking flat during the opening weekend of West Coast Conference play.
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Westbrook scores 34 in return, but Thunder roll past Rockets
OKLAHOMA CITY (AP) — The Oklahoma City Thunder spoiled Russell Westbrook's return.
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Winston leads No. 8 Michigan St to 74-58 win over Minnesota
EAST LANSING, Mich. (AP) — No. 8 Michigan State started slowly against Minnesota, looking sluggish coming off a big win over its rival.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO
Bishop, Stars blank Ducks 3-0 for 6th straight win
ANAHEIM, Calif. (AP) — Ben Bishop made 27 saves in his 33rd career shutout, and Roope Hintz had a goal and an assist in the Dallas Stars' sixth straight victory, 3-0 over the Anaheim Ducks on Thursday night.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO
Rinne scores as Predators beat Blackhawks 5-2
CHICAGO (AP) — Pekka Rinne grinned and grinned and grinned.
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Westbrook scores 34 in return, but Thunder roll past Rockets
OKLAHOMA CITY (AP) — The Oklahoma City Thunder spoiled Russell Westbrook's return.
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Petrusev, No. 1 Gonzaga race past San Diego 94-50
SAN DIEGO (AP) — The top-ranked Gonzaga Bulldogs had their swagger back after looking flat during the opening weekend of West Coast Conference play.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO
Predators beat Blackhawks 5-2 for Hynes' 1st win with team
CHICAGO (AP) — Pekka Rinne made 29 saves and scored an empty-net goal, and the Nashville Predators beat the sloppy Chicago Blackhawks 5-2 on Thursday night for John Hynes' first win with the team.
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Winston leads No. 8 Michigan St to 74-58 win over Minnesota
EAST LANSING, Mich. (AP) — No. 8 Michigan State started slowly against Minnesota, looking sluggish coming off a big win over its rival.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO
Seahawks hoping history doesn't repeat itself again
RENTON, Wash. (AP) — Seattle linebacker K.J. Wright didn't need to be reminded of his personal history playing in Green Bay and never walking out of Lambeau Field with a victory.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO
Pastrnak hat trick helps Bruins hold off Jets 5-4
BOSTON (AP) — The Bruins used a barrage of different scorers to snap a three-game losing streak at Nashville earlier this week. Goals from two of their youngest stars were sufficient to help them get past the Jets.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO
Without injured Embiid, 76ers rally to beat Celtics 109-98
PHILADELPHIA (AP) — Brett Brown gathered his team in the locker room to ring the postgame victory bell when the 76ers coach noticed a familiar face on general manager Elton Brand's phone. There was Joel Embiid on FaceTime, calling in from New York where he's set to have surgery Friday …
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO
Cavaliers rally past Pistons, 115-112 in OT
DETROIT (AP) — Tristan Thompson and the Cleveland Cavaliers finished a tumultuous couple days with an emotional victory.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO
Rodgers knows time to win 2nd Super Bowl is running out
GREEN BAY, Wis. (AP) — Aaron Rodgers won his first Super Bowl nearly a decade ago. The time to capture a second is running out.
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Ravens, Jackson launch playoff run against underdog Titans
BALTIMORE (AP) — Containing Lamar Jackson has been virtually impossible for opposing defenses this season, and now the task falls on the Tennessee Titans to find a way to slow down a versatile quarterback who is equally adept at running the ball and throwing downfield.
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Pirate sets sail leaving Washington St to ponder what's next
When Washington State athletic director Pat Chun got the phone call Thursday morning, it was less surprise and more a feeling of it finally happened.
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Chiefs pass rush could be pivotal vs Texans in playoff game
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — In the Kansas City Chiefs' regular-season finale, that must-win game against the Los Angeles Chargers that helped them secure a first-round playoff bye, there was a play late in the third quarter that caused Andy Reid to laugh.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO
Mountain West reaches 6-year deals with CBS, Fox Sports
DENVER (AP) — The Mountain West has agreed to six-year media rights deals with CBS Sports and Fox Sports that are worth a combined $270 million.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO
Mays transfers to Tennessee after his father sues Georgia
Offensive lineman Cade Mays is leaving Georgia and returning to his hometown to continue his college football career at Tennessee, where he will have an opportunity to play alongside his younger brother.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO
Cavs coach Beilein says he apologized for 'thugs' comment
DETROIT (AP) — John Beilein's first season as an NBA coach took another turbulent turn because of a comment he made during a film session.
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Redskins hire former Panthers exec Rogers, Schaffer leaves
ASHBURN, Va. (AP) — The Washington Redskins made their latest move Thursday in an organizational overhaul by hiring former Carolina Panthers executive Rob Rogers as senior vice president of football administration.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO
Watson vs. Mahomes headlines Texans-Chiefs playoff tilt
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — The Kansas City Chiefs knew they were in the market for a quarterback a couple of years ago and, with several first-round talents available, they invited Clemson's Deshaun Watson and Texas Tech's Patrick Mahomes for visits.
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76ers center Joel Embiid to have surgery on finger
PHILADELPHIA (AP) — Joel Embiid needs more surgery, this time for a torn ligament in a finger in his left hand, the latest setback in the injury-riddled career of the Philadelphia 76ers' All-Star center.
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Struggling Suns try to stay in playoff race
PHOENIX (AP) — Devin Booker is playing some of the best basketball of his career and starting center Deandre Ayton is back in the lineup after missing a long stretch because of a suspension and an ankle injury.
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Clemson's Robbie Robinson the No. 1 pick in MLS SuperDraft
Forward Robbie Robinson out of Clemson was the first overall pick Thursday in the Major League Soccer SuperDraft by Inter Miami.
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Browns interview Vikings OC Stefanski for head coaching job
Kevin Stefanski was the Cleveland Browns' second choice last year. He could be the first this time.
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Watson's mind key to success with Houston Texans
HOUSTON (AP) — When not practicing or breaking down film, Deshaun Watson looks for ways to motivate.
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Joe Judge, old-fashioned at 38, wants blue-collar Giants
EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. (AP) — Joe Judge has every intention of bringing old-fashioned blue-collar football back to the struggling New York Giants.
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO
Pac-12 women off to dominating start; 4 teams in the top 8
LOS ANGELES (AP) — With the success of Oregon, Oregon State and Stanford in recent seasons, the Pac-12 has been considered one of the most competitive conferences in women’s basketball. But it has made a huge impact nationally as this season nears the midway point.
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IOC details rules on political protests at Olympics
LAUSANNE, Switzerland (AP) — No taking a knee at the Olympics. No hand gestures with political meaning. No disrespect at medal ceremonies.
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