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Packers' Ty Montgomery dealing with kidney ailment, report says

Ty Montgomery was expected to start at running back and serve time in the slot Sunday.

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Jamaal Charles to visit Dr. James Andrews this week to have his knee evaluated

Jamaal Charles has played in just three games this season after recovering from a torn ACL.

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Thunder's Russell Westbrook puts up stat line unseen in 41 years

Westbrook now has four 40-point triple-doubles sine the start of the 2014-15 season.

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World Series 2016: Cubs fans embrace new winning mentality

The Cubs are playing in their first World Series since 1945 and their fans are loving every minute of it.

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World Series 2016: A walk to remember through Wrigleyville ahead of Game 3

Thousands of Cubs fans lined the streets outside Wrigley Field ahead of Friday's clash against the Indians.

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World Series 2016: Three takeaways as Cubs get even in Game 2 against Indians

Jake Arrieta and Kyle Schwarber lead the Cubs to a 5-1 victory in Cleveland, tying the series at a game apiece.

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Rory McIlroy gives perfect explanation for Tiger Woods' WGC success

McIlroy is in China to tee it up in this week's WGC-HSBC Champions.

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World Series 2016: MLB says Game 2 will go on as scheduled with rain approaching

MLB has told fans to bring their rain gear, since it's going to be wet in Cleveland Wednesday night.

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Broncos lose C.J. Anderson for 'a few weeks' with knee injury, report says

We have bad news for C.J. Anderson fantasy owners.

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Jayson Tatum reportedly hurts foot, injury concerns piling up for Duke

Jayson Tatum is regarded as one of the nation's best freshman entering this season.

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Baseball writer takes dip in Lake Erie after betting against Indians

Paul Hoynes jumped in Lake Erie after predicting the Indians wouldn't make the World Series because of injuries.

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Jared Goff to get first-team practice reps; Fisher still sticking with Keenum

Jeff Fisher remains stubborn on giving No. 1 overall pick Jared Goff a chance.

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Ty Montgomery granted dual WR-RB eligibility in ESPN fantasy football leagues

Ty Montgomery has served as a hybrid running back/wide receiver the last two weeks with Eddie Lacy and James Starks injured.

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Falcons bracing for RB Tevin Coleman's possible absence in Week 8

The Atlanta Falcons will find out soon just how long Coleman's hamstring injury will keep him sidelined.

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WGC-HSBC Championship preview: Rory McIlroy, Dustin Johnson back in action

The season's first World Golf Championship returns to China, where a number of golf's stars are in the field.

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William McGirt skips WGC event to play in pro-am

William McGirt can't play in the Sanderson Farms Championship, but he's playing in the pro-am anyway.

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Cowboys get injury updates on Dez Bryant, Tony Romo

Bryant has missed the last three games due to a knee injury, while Romo has missed the entire season thus far.

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World Series 2016 picks: Why the Cubs can beat the Indians

There's plenty of reason to believe the Cubs will win their first World Series since 1908.

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MLB playoffs 2016: Three takeaways from Cubs' World Series-clinching win

The Cubs are back in the World Series for the first time since 1945.

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LeSean McCoy will be active Sunday for Bills vs. Dolphins, report says

McCoy's weekend status has been in flux ever since he tweaked his hamstring Wednesday in practice.

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Antonio Brown ready to keep Landry Jones 'positive'

Jones and Brown played together last season when Roethlisberger went down with an injury.

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Brock Osweiler on former Broncos teammates: 'It sounds like they miss me'

Osweiler, who led the Texans to a come-from-behind win against the Colts last week, faces Denver on Monday.

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Rex Ryan 'hopeful' LeSean McCoy will play Sunday

LeSean McCoy injured his hamstring in practice Wednesday and was not able to practice Thursday.

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Hue Jackson optimistic receiver Terrelle Pryor, cornerback Joe Haden will play Sunday

Pryor has yet to practice this week after injuring his hamstring last weekend, but the Browns coach thinks his star wideout will play.

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Overweight Eddie Lacy reportedly needs foot surgery; Packers place RB on IR

After a second opinion, doctors determined Lacy needed foot surgery and he will be placed on injured reserve.

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Tiger Woods confident he will break Jack Nicklaus' major record

Tiger Woods has 14 major titles, four shy of tying Jack Nicklaus' record set 30 years ago.

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Redskins' Jordan Reed secretly finished Ravens game with concussion

Jordan Reed has suffered five concussions throughout his college football and NFL careers.

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NFL star slices fingers while cooking soup

Dallas Cowboys wide receiver Dez Bryant's comeback from an knee injury is in jeopardy after a bizarre accident in the kitchen.

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Marvin Lewis defends Vontaze Burfict after latest on-field incident, fine

Vontaze Burfict was fined $75,000 Wednesday for stepping on New England Patriots running back LeGarrette Blount.

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CTE found in players from more than 100 college football programs

The information from a study was released to raise awareness that CTE is not just an issue for professional football players.

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Cowboys' Dez Bryant slices fingers while making soup

Maybe the Cowboys should keep their recovering receiver away from knives.

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Tiger Woods making rounds — with TV talk shows

Tiger Woods will talk about the 20th anniversary of his foundation on Charlie Rose and Stephen Colbert this week.

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Dak Prescott to start post-bye; Tony Romo could be out at least 3 more weeks

Dak Prescott has impressed as Dallas' starting quarterback this season, and could keep the job even after Romo returns.

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MLB playoffs 2016: Three takeaways from Indians' ALCS Game 3 win over Blue Jays

Despite losing starting pitcher Trevor Bauer in the third inning, the Indians battled to edge the Blue Jays to the brink of elimination.

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Carmelo Anthony wants fans to give Kristaps Porzingis 'opportunity to grow as a player'

Carmelo Anthony knows his teammate will be watched more closely this season.

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MLB playoffs 2016: Terry Francona appears to flip off camera during ALCS Game 3

It looked like Terry Francona got tired of the camera being on him, so he not-so-subtly flipped it the bird.

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Cardinals' Patrick Peterson warms up for 'MNF' in T-Rex costume

The Arizona cardinals have a deep history in wearing interesting costumes before games.

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CIMB Classic preview: Patrick Reed returns after Ryder Cup heroics

Justin Thomas earned his first PGA Tour victory here last season.

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Andy Reid isn't ready to give Jamaal Charles full workload

Jamaal Charles scored his first touchdown of the season Sunday against the Oakland Raiders, but Andy Reid is still hesitant play him.

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49ers will stick with Colin Kaepernick as starter vs. Bucs

Colin Kaepernick's season debut didn't go as planned, but Chip Kelly and the 49ers will give him another shot.

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Phil Mickelson plans to make 2018 Ryder Cup team, wants to win in Europe

Phil Mickelson plans on making the 2018 Ryder Cup team even though he will be 48 come competition time.

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Tim Tebow opens up about comforting fan having seizure

The former NFL quarterback said it was an easy decision to stay with a fan who suffered a seizure after his Arizona Fall League debut.

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Ravens CB Jimmy Smith threatens to fight Odell Beckham ahead of matchup

Jimmy Smith will not take any physical contact from Odell Beckham Jr. after the official's whistle on Sunday.

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Phil Mickelson supports Tiger Woods' decision to withdraw from Safeway Open

Mickelson said he supports Woods' decision to withdraw this week if his game is not yet ready.

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Redskins' DeSean Jackson fined for caution tape cleats

DeSean Jackson will not appeal the fine NFL handed him for wearing caution tape cleats.

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Steelers TE Ladarius Green eyes Week 7 season debut

Ladarius Green has yet to play a game for the Pittsburgh Steelers after signing as a free agent this offseason.

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Dak Prescott and Ezekiel Elliott are already in the Hall of Fame

Jerseys from Ezekiel Elliott and Dak Prescott were put in the Hall of Fame Wednesday after they eclipsed records last week.

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PGA Tour Player of the Year announced

American Dustin Johnson won three tournaments this season, including his first major at the U.S. Open.

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Dustin Johnson voted PGA Tour Player of the Year

Johnson won three tournaments this season, including his first major at the U.S. Open.

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Price ready to win over fans

David Price has never won a postseason start, but he's determined to right the ship in a Red Sox uniform.

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Calvin Johnson, Charles Tillman prove sportsmanship still a virtue in sports

Calvin Johnson responded to Charles Tillman's tribute with a heartfelt message.

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Clayton Kershaw to start Game 4 against Nationals on short rest

Kershaw gave up three earned runs in just five innings in his Game 1 win facing off against Max Scherzer.

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Miami Hurricanes dismiss freshman WR Sam Bruce

Bruce entered Miami as one of the most highly-touted wide receivers in the country.

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MLB playoffs 2016: Three takeaways from Nationals' NLDS Game 3 win over Dodgers

Jayson Werth and Anthony Rendon went deep to help the Nationals take a 2-1 series lead on the Dodgers.

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Vikings' injury woes continue as RT Andre Smith placed on IR

The Vikings have lost four projected starters entering the regular season because of injuries.

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Tiger Woods withdraws from Safeway Open

Tiger Woods issues a statement on his website as he withdraws from the Safeway Open after announcing his plans to return.

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Famed Harbour Town Golf Links in disarray after Hurricane Matthew

The PGA Tour stops at Harbour Town Golf Links every year for the RBC Heritage.

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Browns QB Cody Kessler will reportedly start Sunday vs. Titans

Despite suffering a rib injury Sunday, Kessler is expected to start against the Titans.

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Jerry Jones reiterates Tony Romo is Cowboys' 'No. 1 quarterback'

Cowboys owner Jerry Jones is sticking by Tony Romo as his starting quarterback when he returns from injury.

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MLB playoffs 2016: Three takeaways as Blue Jays sweep Rangers in ALDS

The Blue Jays swept the Rangers with a walkoff error in the bottom of the 10th inning Sunday.

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MLB playoffs 2016: Jake Arrieta ready for showdown with Madison Bumgarner

Jake Arrieta and the Cubs head to San Francisco to try to sweep their NLDS against the Giants, but Madison Bumgarner stands in the way.

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Falcons find plenty of room to roam in road win over Broncos

Tevin Coleman and Devonta Freeman are becoming the NFL's most potent backfield duo, teaming up to help the Falcons beat the Broncos, 23-16.

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Vikings misspell DE Everson Griffen's name on uniform

Everson Griffen is good, so one would think those in Minnesota should know how to spell his name by now.

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MLB playoffs 2016: Three takeaways from Cubs' Game 2 NLDS win over Giants

The Cubs took a commanding two-game lead on the Giants thanks to timely hitting by their pitchers.

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MLB playoffs 2016: Cubs' Kyle Hendricks leaves Game 2 after getting hit by comebacker

Hendricks had allowed two earned runs in 3 2/3 innings before exiting with an injury.

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MLB playoffs 2016: Red Sox manager John Farrell calls for 'all hands on deck' against Indians

With their backs against the wall, John Farrell and the Red Sox will do whatever it takes to win.

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MLB playoffs 2016: Blue Jays' John Gibbons says series 'is far from over' despite 2-0 lead

The Toronto Blue Jays return home with a 2-0 lead in the series.

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MLB playoffs 2016: Three takeaways from Cubs' NLDS Game 1 win against Giants

Javier Baez's home run in the eighth inning supports Jon Lester and helps the Cubs escape their playoff opener.

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Tiger Woods, Phil Mickelson reportedly paired at Safeway Open

Woods officially committed to playing the Safeway Open Friday morning.

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MLB playoffs 2016: Three takeaways from Indians' ALDS Game 2 win over Red Sox

Corey Kluber and Lonnie Chisenhall lead the Indians to another victory over the Red Sox.

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MLB playoffs 2016: Three takeaways from Giants' NL wild-card win over Mets

Madison Bumgarner tossed a complete-game shutout and Conor Gillaspie hit a go-ahead three-run home run in the ninth inning to help lead the Giants to the NLDS against the Cubs.

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Woods agrees to vice captain, again

Tiger Woods will serve as one of Steve Stricker's vice captain's at next year's Presidents Cup,

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Ryder Cup 2016: Three reasons the U.S. defeated Europe

The U.S. walked away from Hazeltine with its first Ryder Cup win since 2008. It was just its third win since 1993.

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Ryder Cup 2016: U.S. takes commanding lead into Sunday singles

The U.S. took three huge points Saturday afternoon to put Europe ina huge hole heading into Sunday's singles matches.

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Fred Couples talks Ryder Cup, captain's picks, dramatic European comebacks

Fred Couples likes that U.S. players have more say in the Ryder Cup decisions, but doesn't think the task force needed to be so balky.

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Ryder Cup 2016: Matt Kuchar says pairing with Phil Mickelson is 'like playing with my big brother'

Matt Kuchar and Phil Mickelson fought off Martin Kaymer and Sergio Garcia during Saturday's fourball match.

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Snedeker praises Koepka after win

Brandt Snedeker and Brooks Koepka have now won their first two Ryder Cup matches as partners.

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Ryder Cup 2016 pairings: McIlroy-Pieters to start Saturday against Mickelson-Fowler

Rory gets another chance at the U.S duo that beat him Friday morning.

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Ryder Cup 2016: Europeans prove they can rally in afternoon fourball

After a meek morning at Hazeltine National, the Europeans came roaring back in the afternoon.

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Ryder Cup 2016: Danny Willett says hostile environment was 'anticipated'

Danny Willett has been under fire this week because of the hateful words his brother wrote about U.S. fans.

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Ryder Cup 2016: How the U.S. swept Friday's morning matches

Jordan Spieth and Patrick Reed went out and made a statement with the first victory of the day, beating Henrik Stenson and Justin Rose.

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Ryder Cup 2016: Captains Love, Clarke explain method behind first pairings

Davis Love III and Darren Clarke are friends off the course, but they will be trying to beat each other this weekend. The showdown begins Friday morning.

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Ryder Cup 2016 pairings: Spieth-Reed vs. Rose-Stenson promises fireworks

Jordan Spieth and Patrick Reed will go out first for the Americans against Europe's Justin Rose and Henrik Stenson. It might be the best match of the weekend.

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Danny Willett says brother's crude comments 'a bit of a downer'

Danny Willett said his brother's comments put a "downer" on his first Ryder Cup, but he hopes fans let him move past it.

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Ryder Cup 2016: U.S. pairings starting to come together

Phil Mickelson and Rickie Fowler have seemed a comfortable duo during the practice rounds at Hazeltine National.

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Ryder Cup 2016: Rickie Fowler pleased 'best friend' Bubba Watson is on board

Rickie Fowler is happy to be playing in the Ryder Cup, and is pleased Bubba Watson got to join the team, even though he's not playing.

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Ryder Cup 2016: Jordan Spieth all business in first practice round

Jordan Spieth looked focused Tuesday as he was grouped with likely playing partner Patrick Reed, Dustin Johnson and Matt Kuchar.

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Ryder Cup 2016: Tiger Woods takes active role with U.S. team

Tiger Woods helped a number of golfers out during Tuesday's practice rounds.

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Sergio Garcia: 'You don't win Ryder Cups with your mouth'

Sergio Garcia is set to play in his eighth Ryder Cup, and he's ready to let his play do the talking.

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Ryder Cup 2016: Three reasons Team USA will win

Dustin Johnson is the hottest golfer in the world. Can he lead the U.S. to a Ryder Cup win?

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Ryder Cup 2016: Get to know Team USA

The U.S. team is trying to win its first Ryder Cup since 2008 at Valhalla.

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Baseball takes back seat as players, teams honor Jose Fernandez

Baseball took a back seat Sunday as the sport was shocked by the death of Marlins starting pitcher Jose Fernandez.

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Rory McIlroy rallies in playoff to win Tour Championship, FedEx Cup

Rory McIlroy survived a grueling four-hole playoff against Ryan Moore and Kevin Chappell to win the Tour Championship and FedEx Cup.

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Justin Upton, Michael Fulmer help Tigers remain in final AL wild-card spot

The Tigers and Orioles won Friday, which keeps Detroit a half-game ahead of Baltimore for the final wild-card spot.

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Rangers clinch AL West with win against Athletics

Cole Hamels pitched a gem against the Athletics to help the Rangers clinch their second straight division title.

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WATCH: Brewers turn triple play against the Reds

Chris Carter helped the Brewers turn their second triple play of the season.

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Jason Day withdraws from Tour Championship with back pain

Jason Day had said he felt better entering this week, but he was forced to pick up his ball Friday at East Lake.

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Christian Yelich forces radio talk show host to eat crow, literally

Christian Yelich's 20th home run will force a radio talk show host to eat crow, literally.

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Officials will be asked to focus on Odell Beckham Jr. and Josh Norman matchup

Officials will have a keen eye locked in on Beckham and Norman this Sunday.

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Brandt Snedeker defends Bubba Watson as potential Ryder Cup selection

Snedeker on Watson: "We would be lucky to have him on the team as a teammate, period, end of story."

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Oregon's uniforms this week will quack you up

Oregon players will look like their mascot "The Duck" this weekend against Colorado.

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LeSean McCoy already likes Bills' offense better without Greg Roman

Buffalo players don't have to think as much anymore. "Now it's just going out there and playing."

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Vikings OC Norv Turner impressed with Sam Bradford

Sam Bradford had no trouble learning Norv Turner's offense in time for Sunday's win against the Packers.

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Rob Gronkowski injury update: Patriots TE has 'chance' to play vs. Texans

Rob Gronkowski is a game-time decision for Thursday night.

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Adam Jones calls out Orioles fans during playoff push

Adam Jones finally spoke out Wednesday about Camden Yards' sparse crowds, describing them as "eerie."

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Ish Smith says Pistons have 'a real chance to be champions' this season

When the Pistons signed Ish Smith to back up starting point guard Reggie Jackson this offseason few looked at it as a championship move, but Smith believes Detroit is ready to contend this season.

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Nike founder Phil Knight to be honored with stacked 16-team event

Duke, Michigan State and North Carolina headline next year's new big college basketball event.

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Ezekiel Elliott's dad not sure his son knows how to handle fame as NFL player

The Cowboys rookie is one of the most prominent faces on one of the biggest franchises in the world. Stacy Elliott is freaked out by that.

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Vikings sign RB Ronnie Hillman as Adrian Peterson insurance

The Vikings signed running back Ronnie Hillman on Wednesday after learning Adrian Peterson will miss extensive time.

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Josh Norman-Odell Beckham Jr. matchup will give fans exactly what they want

The corner and receiver are sure to put on a show Sunday.

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Adrian Peterson headed for knee surgery, could miss months

Adrian Peterson will undergo surgery Thursday to repair his torn meniscus.

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Tim Finchem calls Tiger Woods best of all time

Tim Finchem ended an age-old golf debate this week before he retires after the season.

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WR Julian Edelman may be next up as Patriots' QB

Julian Edelman is working extensively to be the Patriots' backup quarterback Thursday night against the Texans.

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Rick Porcello tosses complete game, closes in on AL Cy Young

Rick Porcello made a clear case for AL Cy Young after another masterful display against a division rival.

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Giancarlo Stanton goes way, way back for first HR since injury

The Marlins slugger made sure his first home run since returning from the disabled list caught everyone's attention.

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Miami Hurricanes unveil slick retro uniforms

Miami will debut the uniforms Oct. 8 when it plays Florida State at Hard Rock Stadium.

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Gabbert to remain starter in SF

The 49ers coach will not make a quarterback switch despite Sunday's big loss to the Panthers.

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Cowboys' Randy Gregory drops appeal, suspended through Week 14

The embattled Cowboys pass rusher will no longer appeal his 10-game suspension and won't play again until at least Week 15.

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Cardinals alive in NL playoff picture after shutting out Giants

Aledmys Diaz led the Cardinals to a key win against the Giants on Sunday.

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Vikings' Adrian Peterson carried off field with right knee injury

Adrian Peterson left Sunday night's game against the Packers with what appeared to be a very painful injury.

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Josh Norman calls NFL's new postgame drug testing 'stupid'

The outspoken Redskins cornerback was upset that he had to take a drug test after Sunday's loss against the Cowboys.

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Von Miller, Aqib Talib lead Broncos past Colts

C.J. Anderson scored Denver's lone offensive touchdown to beat the Colts as the defense kept Andrew Luck and Co. in check.

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Padres' Yangervis Solarte loses wife to cancer

Yuliett Pimentel Solarte, the wife of the Padres third baseman, died Saturday because of complications from cancer. She was 31.

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Xander Bogaerts leads Red Sox past Yankees in AL East thriller

Bogaerts and the Red Sox moved seven games ahead of the Yankees in the AL East with Saturday's win.

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Xander Bogaerts leads Red Sox past Yankees in AL East thriller

Bogaerts and the Red Sox moved seven games ahead of the Yankees in the AL East with Saturday's win.

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Stephen Colbert disguises himself as hot dog vendor during Cubs game

A hot dog vendor by the name of Donny Franks generated a lot of buzz at Wrigley Field on Saturday.

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Jose Canseco offers to give Tim Tebow baseball advice

Tim Tebow signed a minor-league contract with the Mets earlier this month.

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Victor Cruz says Josh Norman needs 'to go cover the best receivers'

Victor Cruz takes a shot at Josh Norman.

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Dak Prescott won't force ball to Dez Bryant, confident they will gel

The Cowboys' rookie quarterback did not throw a touchdown pass in his NFL debut.

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Marshawn Lynch, Cal partner to market 'Beast Mode' gear

Former California star Marshawn Lynch has teamed with his former school to help create "Beast Mode" gear.

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Blue Jays hire Ben Cherington as vice president of baseball operations

Cherington will be asked to influence every aspect of baseball operations.

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NFL launches new $100 million concussion initiative

The NFL will spend $60 million on technological development and an additional $40 million toward funding medical research.

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Lee Westwood doesn't think Bubba Watson is a team player

Lee Westwood is not surprised Bubba Watson is still missing from the U.S. Ryder Cup roster.

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Dallas Cowboys remain NFL's most valuable franchise

The Buffalo Bills hold up the bottom end of the spectrum in league franchise values.

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Bill Belichick says Dolphins have 'explosive' offense

The New England Patriots stole a surprise win at Arizona in Week 1.

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Kyle Hendricks loses no-hitter on ninth-inning home run

The Cubs' Cy Young hopeful took a no-hitter into the ninth inning against the Cardinals, but Jeremy Hazelbaker broke it up with a solo shot.

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Cardinals GM 'embarrassed' by loss to Patriots

Cardinals GM Steve Keim has no sympathy for his team losing at home against a depleted New England Patriots squad.

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Larry Fitzgerald becomes 10th player to reach 100 career receiving touchdowns

Larry Fitzgerald hauled in his second touchdown of the game during the fourth quarter.

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Victor Cruz's salsa dance returns during Giants' win over Cowboys

Victor Cruz is back, and so is his salsa dance.

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Arian Foster among four Dolphins to kneel during national anthem

Arian Foster was among four Dolphins taking a knee ahead of Sunday's contest against the Seahawks.

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A.J. Green torches Darrelle Revis to help Bengals topple Jets

Mike Nugent kicked a 47-yard field goal to help the Bengals outlast the Jets.

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Yankees, Blue Jays and Orioles muddle crowded AL East

The Yankees, Blue Jays and Orioles all won Saturday, earning a much-needed game on the division leading Red Sox.

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Driver dies after multi-car wreck at Tony Stewart's Ohio dirt track

A Dirt Late Model racer died Saturday after a multi-car crash at Eldora Speedway.

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Royals' Lorenzo Cain likely out for season

Lorenzo Cain returned to the lineup Friday, but felt discomfort in his ailing wrist.

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Notre Dame CB Shaun Crawford out for season with torn Achilles

Crawford also missed his freshman season with a torn ACL.

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Jaguars rookie Jalen Ramsey challenges Aaron Rodgers

Many believe Aaron Rodgers will try to pick on the rookie in Week 1. Ramsey hopes he does.

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Austin Dillon says NASCAR wouldn't accept not standing for national anthem

Austin Dillon believes NASCAR participants have a passion for the flag and standing for the national anthem.

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Michigan State linebacker Ed Davis awarded sixth year of eligibility

Davis has 80 career tackles, including 16.5 for losses and 11 sacks, in 40 career games.

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Falcons to split RB carries

The Falcons are set to drive fantasy football owners mad this season with a hot-hand approach at running back.

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Hopkins receives fancy Yeezy cleats

DeAndre Hopkins was given a pair of specially made cleats courtesy of Kanye West and Adidas.

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Phil Mickelson would love to play with Tiger Woods at Safeway Open

Phil Mickelson is excited to see Tiger Woods return to the PGA Tour.

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Yankees, improbably, closing in on final AL wild-card spot

The Yankees, sellers at the deadline, are just 2 1/2 games back of the final playoff spot in the AL.

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Tiger Woods' return plans give Brandel Chamblee another chance to knock ex-No. 1

The Golf Channel analyst fears Woods will reinjure himself with his old swing.

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Stephen Strasburg leaves first start off DL in third inning with injury

The Nationals right-hander exited Wednesday's game against the Braves with an unspecified injury.

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Texans' J.J. Watt feared his career might end after offseason surgeries

The Texans' star pass rusher says he wondered if he'd ever play football again while rehabbing offseason surgeries.

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Johnny Miller says Tiger Woods can still win 6-8 more tournaments

NBC golf analyst Johnny Miller believes Woods will win multiple times on the PGA Tour to close out his career.

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Pete Carroll believes Jimmy Graham will play Week 1

The Seahawks tight end is desperately trying to get back on the football field after suffering a horrendous knee injury last season.

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Upton, Cabrera help Tigers keep pace in AL wild-card race

Justin Upton's three-run shot in the top of the 11th inning powered Detroit past the White Sox.

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FSU freshman Deondre Francois outduels Chad Kelly to rally past Ole Miss

Deondre Francois reminded Florida State fans of Jameis Winston in his debut win over No. 11 Ole Miss.

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Chargers rookie Joey Bosa's Week 1 status in doubt after missed practice

The No. 3 draft pick is finally a member of the Chargers, but a minor injury and lack of reps could keep him out of the season opener.

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White Sox edge Twins in extra-inning scoring explosion

The White Sox and Twins combined to score 24 runs in 12 innings.

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Angels pitcher Matt Shoemaker suffers skull fracture after line drive to head

Shoemaker will see a neurologist, the team said.

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Edelman says Brady's suspension like 'one of your buddies going to jail'

The Patriots wide receiver made an interesting comparison for losing his quarterback for the first four games of the season.

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Clayton Kershaw will finally return to start on Friday

Kershaw has been on the disabled list since June 26 because of a herniated disc.

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Deshaun Watson helps No. 2 Clemson hold off Auburn

Deshaun Watson struggled in the first half, but came through for the second-ranked Tigers when they needed him most.

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Nick Chubb's heroics lead Georgia past UNC

Nick Chubb suffered a horrendous knee injury last season, but proved he still tremendous ability in his first game back.

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Madison Bumgarner outduels Jake Arrieta in battle of aces at Wrigley

Bumgarner struck out 10 batters to help the Giants beat the Cubs at Wrigley Field.

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Ravens cut RB Justin Forsett

The Ravens have released running back Justin Forsett.

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Cowboys' Tony Romo to undergo second MRI, could miss more time

The oft-injured Cowboys quarterback will undergo another MRI this weekend, which could decide whether he's placed on IR.

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David Ortiz meets life-size Lego statue of himself

It took 34,510 blocks — several hundred committed to Big Papi's gut, undoubtedly — to complete the 6-7 creation.

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Seahawks' Jimmy Graham 'full-go' in practice, Week 1 status to be determined

Pete Carroll is excited with the progress the Seahawks tight end has made in recovery.

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Golf experts pushing for needed rules tune-up

Golfers may be playing with new rules sooner rather than later.

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Lions' Ameer Abdullah wants to help out fantasy owners with goal line work

Abdullah believes he can handle goal line duties this season.

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Max Scherzer's Cy Young-worthy season continues vs. Phillies

The Nationals ace took a no-hitter into the sixth inning for the ninth time since arriving in D.C.

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Three minor leaguers arrested after fight in Toledo bar

The prospects, who play in the farm systems of the Pirates and Tigers, were allegedly involved in a bar fight following a game early Sunday.

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Masters champ Danny Willett opts to skip FedEx Cup playoffs

Danny Willett took up PGA Tour membership following his victory at Augusta National.

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Adam Gase calls out Demaryius Thomas while motivating DeVante Parker

The new Dolphins coach believes Parker is becoming too much like one of his players with the Broncos — in a not-so-good way.

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49ers place WR Bruce Ellington on season-ending IR

Bruce Ellington suffered a hamstring tear last Friday after missing the second preseason game with an ankle injury.

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Brandon Browner's second stint with Seahawks is over

Brandon Browner was once a part of Seattle's vaunted secondary nicknamed 'Legion of Boom.'

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Rick Porcello bolsters Cy Young case with 18th win

Rick Porcello helped the Red Sox beat the Rays and earned his 18th win of the season.

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Former Lions receiver Calvin Johnson reportedly joins 'Dancing with the Stars'

"Megatron" retired from the NFL this offseason after playing his entire career for the Detroit Lions.

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Rangers' Carlos Beltran homers in first at-bat with curious new 'hair'

The typically bald Rangers outfielder was sporting a new do Monday, and he made the most of it with a first-inning home run.

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Former Michigan State star Keith Appling arrested for third time this year

Keith Appling was also arrested May 2 after allegedly possessing a loaded AK-47 at a Dearborn strip club and again on June 18 for allegedly having a concealed weapon.

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Josh Donaldson blasts three home runs in win over Twins

The reigning AL MVP crushed three home runs Sunday to lead the Blue Jays past the Twins, 9-6.

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David Ortiz hits mammoth home run to tie Jimmie Foxx on all-time home run list

Big Papi has been making waves in his final MLB season.

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Dustin Pedroia takes temporary leave from Red Sox

Dustin Pedroia will miss Sunday's clash against the Royals, and could miss Monday's game as well.

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Harrison helps Pirates beat Brewers

The Pirates have now won three straight games and are just a game and a half behind the Cardinals for the final wild-card spot.

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WATCH: Tigers' Victor Martinez tosses helmet onto field following ejection vs. Angels

Victor Martinez was irate after getting tossed in the bottom of the third inning against the Los Angeles Angels.

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Ravens TE Ben Watson suffers torn Achilles

Ben Watson tore his Achilles on the first play from scrimmage Saturday against the Lions.

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Rams sign WR Tavon Austin to four-year contract extension

Austin had 52 receptions for 473 yards and five touchdowns last season.

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Max Scherzer brings his best stuff in another strikeout fest

Max Scherzer helped the Nationals beat the Orioles on Thursday with stellar pitching and defense.

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Jordan Spieth says Bethpage Black is 'one of the toughest' courses he has played

Jordan Spieth shot an even-par 71 in Round 1 of The Barclays.

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Lochte gets endorsement deal

The 12-time Olympic medalist had previously been dropped by four companies endorsing him following his deceitful escapades in Rio.

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Andrew Luck gets a new flip phone to replace old flip phone

Andrew Luck traded in his old flip phone for... a new flip phone.

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WATCH: Red Sox rookie suffers nasty-looking knee injury

Benintendi left Wednesday night's game with an injury later diagnosed as a left knee sprain. He will be evaluated further Thursday.

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Braves sending Jeff Francoeur to Marlins as part of three-team trade with Rangers

Francoeur will add right-handed pop to the Marlins' outfield in the wake of Giancarlo Stanton's injury.

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Kentucky, Duke, Kansas, Michigan State to play in Champions Classic through 2019

The four powerhouses will be a staple in the event through 2019.

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Dustin Johnson talks playing in '20 Olympics, Tiger Woods' big role with Ryder Cup team

Dustin Johnson would like to play in Tokyo in four years. First, there's the Ryder Cup; he's bullish on the U.S. chances, thanks in part to Tiger's influence.

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John Brown still out of Cardinals practice with headaches after concussion

John Brown missed practice Wednesday with headaches after missing three weeks of training camp with a concussion.

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Pete Carroll believes RB Thomas Rawls will be ready to start Week 1

Thomas Rawls burst onto the scene last season filling in for an injured Marshawn Lynch.

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