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Denny Hamlin, Dale Earnhardt Jr. help form NASCAR drivers’ council

In an attempt to open dialogue with NASCAR executives, a small drivers' council has been formed.

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Report: Pelicans interviewed Vinny Del Negro

Former Bulls and Clippers coach Vinny Del Negro was reportedly interviewed by the New Orleans Pelicans.

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Brandon Spikes says he and Bill Belichick 'kissed and made up'

After a rocky exit from New England a year ago, Brandon Spikes is excited to rejoin the Patriots.

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Darren Sharper pleads guilty to drugging, intending to rape women

The former NFL safety is set to spend nine years in prison as part of a "global" plea deal.

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DeMarco Murray responds perfectly to Joseph Randle’s remarks

DeMarco Murray had the perfect response to former teammate Joseph Randle, who said Murray left yards on the field last year in Dallas.

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Report: Dwyane Wade could leave Heat this summer

Dwyane Wade has spent his entire 12-year career in Miami, but he appears to be open to leaving this offseason.

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Eli Manning, Victor Cruz predict big season in Big Apple

With a full, healthy stable of offensive weapons, the Giants could be a serious NFC contender.

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Broncos Pro Bowler Ryan Clady tears ACL, likely out for 2015

Peyton Manning's blind side could be vulnerable in 2015, as the Pro Bowl left tackle is expected to miss the entire season.

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Rory McIlroy shoots season-worst 80 at Irish Open

Two weeks after winning on the American PGA Tour, McIlroy is in danger of missing a second consecutive cut.

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Sims signs in CFL

Former Alabama QB Blake Sims signed a three-year deal with the Toronto Argonauts.

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NCAA APR report

The latest APR report by every NCAA Division I sports team shows improved performance in the classroom for student-athletes.

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Austin to wait on bowl game

The bowl game count now sits at 41 after Austin decided to wait until 2016 to host a bowl.

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Trayvon Reed released

Trayvon Reed has been released after serving a 15-day jail term for breaking a police officer's finger.

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Oregon lands ND tansfer

Former Notre Dame lineman Matt Hegarty has decided to play his fifth and final year of eligibility in the fast-paced Oregon offense.

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Indy man choked fiancee for ‘talking trash about NASCAR’

An Indiana NASCAR fan has been charged with domestic battery and strangulation after he choked his fiancee over a racing disagreement.

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Marlins demote third base coach Brett Butler after 'confusion over signs'

Lenny Harris is moving to the coaching box in the latest odd turn in Miami.

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Cam Newton declares nobody has ever been what he’s trying to be

The Panthers quarterback considers himself to be something the NFL has never seen before.

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Kentucky coaches get raises

A historic season and a history of landing top recruits has gotten the Kentucky basketball coaching staff heavily compensated.

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Joe Maddon isn’t pleased with Cubs 'awkward schedule'

Joe Maddon voiced his displeasure about the Cubs' "awkward schedule" before the team played an early game Memorial Day.

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Andrew McCutchen ‘ain’t worried’ about pay stub leak

Pittsburgh Pirates outfielder Andrew McCutchen is playing cool after a photo of his pay stub was posted on the Internet.

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Army-Navy game stays

Army and Navy have decided to keep the date for their traditional football game on the second Saturday in December.

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North Carolina receives NCAA Notice of Allegations

UNC is one step closer to finally finding out what punishments could be handed down against its basketball and football programs.

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Michael Sam signs with CFL's Montreal Alouettes

The former Missouri star will get back on a football field after signing with the Montreal Alouettes of the CFL.

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Tom Brady’s marketability has plummeted, survey says

Tom Brady's involvement in Deflategate might cost him more than just time on the field.

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Kenny Hill to TCU

The former Texas A&M quarterback will indeed transfer to TCU and join the Horned Frogs football program.

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Frank Kaminsky says Jahlil Okafor should go No. 1 in 2015 NBA Draft

Wisconsin big man says Jahlil Okafor would be his choice at the top of the upcoming NBA Draft ahead of Karl-Anthony Towns.

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MLB commissioner backs Yankees in A-Rod bonus dispute

Rob Manfred has taken a stance in the Yankees' dispute with Alex Rodriguez, and it clearly supports the club.

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Report: Jon Gruden could land with Titans in 2016

If Ken Whisenhunt bombs in Tennessee, expect the Titans to go after Jon Gruden in 2016.

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Timberwolves owner says he’ll ‘eventually want a different coach’ than Flip Saunders

Flip Saunders may be headed for a different role in the Timberwolves' organisation.

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Dwight Howard set for MRI

Dwight Howard could miss Game 2 of the Western Conference finals after Josh Smith fell into his left knee in Game 1.

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VCU’s Mo Alie-Cox set for trial after allegedly punching woman at nightclub

The VCU forward was charged with misdemeanor assault last month following an April 3 incident in Richmond.

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Dale Earnhardt Jr. takes Panthers LB Thomas Davis on 180 mph joy ride

The reigning NFL Man of the Year went around the 1.5-mile oval five times and managed to have his cell phone out for videos the entire trip.

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Angels’ Matt Joyce scratched from lineup after forgetting team had day game

Matt Joyce showed up to the park ready for a night game against the Blue Jays. One problem: the game was in the afternoon.

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The evolution of golf

As the top golfers in the world get younger, the fanny pack-wearing elder demographic is being phased out in a youth movement among fans.

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MLB Nightly 9

Miguel Cabrera and Giancarlo Stanton went deep and the Mets scored double digits in an inning as bats came alive around baseball.

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Virginia QB Greyson Lambert will transfer

After losing his starting role in the spring, the redshirt junior has decided to leave the Cavaliers.

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Local golfer and a hole-in-one highlight Wells Fargo Championship

Charlotte native Webb Simpson shot to the top of the leaderboard at the Wells Fargo Championship on Friday.

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Patrick Reed outshines Rory McIlroy at Wells Fargo Championship

Patrick Reed's strong showing during Round 1 of the Wells Fargo Championship showed golf fans why he belongs with the top young golfers.

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Mickelson struggles on back nine

A string of three holes at 4-over par turned what could've been a great day for Phil Mickelson into a mediocre first round at Quail Hollow.

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Patrick Reed says young golfers want to pummel each other

Despite strong friendships, Reed says the top young golfers have a fighting spirit once they step on the course.

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Shula makes Deflategate joke

While most are dodging the Deflategate issue, legendary Dolphins coach Don Shula is freely taking jabs at the Patriots.

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NKU going Division I

The move will complete NKU’s transition to a full Division I program, a process that started in 2008.

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Jameis Winston files countersuit

In response to sexual assault allegations, Jameis Winston's lawyers have filed a defamation suit against his accuser.

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Torn ACL ends Dante Fowler's rookie season with Jaguars

The third overall pick in last week's draft, Dante Fowler, is out for the season with a torn ACL.

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Cobb elects for Tommy John

Now with Alex Cobb out of commission for the season, 26-year-old righty Chris Archer will continue to anchor the Tampa Bay staff.

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Earnhardt's Mount Rushmore

Dale Earnhardt Jr. discusses who he would place on the Mount Rushmore of NASCAR drivers.

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Red Wings grant Mike Babcock permission to speak with other teams

After 10 successful seasons in Detroit, Babcock tests the market.

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ISU recruit injured

An Iowa State football recruit accidentally shot himself in the left hand Tuesday at his basketball coach's house.

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Bob Kraft relives Deflate-gate

The Patriots owner relived his podium moment prior to the Super Bowl in which he demanded an apology from the NFL for its Deflate-gate investigation.

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Simmons leaving ESPN

ESPN decided not to renew the contract of columnist Bill Simmons.

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Brady's agent explains

Tom Brady seemingly has not worked well with the NFL in its Defaltegate investigation, and his agent has a explanation.

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UAB task force raises $6M in pledges to bring back football

In hopes of restoring the football program at UAB, a task force raised nearly $6 million in pledges from donors.

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Gordon's best ever

Jeff Gordon has competed against countless great drivers in his career, but who does he think was the best?

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Kentucky candidate's insult

FYI: Calling someone "Christian Laettner" is a very, very bad thing in the Commonwealth.

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Arbitrator for Greg Hardy's appeal also heard Adrian Peterson's case

The same arbitrator who upheld Adrian Peterson's indefinite suspension will hear Greg Hardy's appeal of his 10-game ban.

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Dale Earnhardt Jr. toying with Periscope to give fans inside access

Dale Earnhardt Jr., NASCAR's most popular driver, is using Periscope to give fans behind-the-scenes access to his life.

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Will Ferrell baseball cards are coming

In honor of the actor playing for 10 different teams in one day during spring training, Topps is releasing Ferrell baseball cards.

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Chris Paul ’50-50’ for Game 2, listed as doubtful

It's unclear whether or not Clippers guard Chris Paul will suit up for Game 2 against the Rockets with an injured hamstring.

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NAPA to sponsor Chase Elliott

Jeff Gordon's familiar No. 24 Chevy will have a new driver and paint scheme in 2016.

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Cam Newton plans to use degree to open day care

Cam Newton is graduating from Auburn and plans to use his degree to open a day care.

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Cambodian leader claims American injustice in Mayweather-Pacquiao

Hun Sen is protesting the decision and won’t pay up on his bet until he’s given an explanation.

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Florida and MSU basketball series

Florida and Michigan State are reportedly working out a home-and-home basketball series set to begin this season in East Lansing.

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Earnhardt Jr. talks Talladega

Days after an emotional win at Talladega, Dale Earnhardt Jr. discusses his father and his driving style.

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Herschel Walker supports son

Christian Walker may have no interest in football, but his dad is proud of the athlete his cheerleading son has become.

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Skip Bayless trashed by one of his own at ESPN

After a wild display in support of Manny Pacquiao, Skip Bayless was called out on Twitter by a fellow ESPN employee.

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May-Pac impact on boxing

As successful as Mayweather-Pacquiao was, the sport of boxing needs much more to be relevant.

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Mayweather hints at retirement

Floyd Mayweather Jr. penned a cryptic message to his camp that has heavy retirement undertones.

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Mayweather’s son's letter on beating

Floyd Mayweather's son, Koraun, penned a haunting letter recounting Mayweather's beating of his mother in 2010.

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Leonard Williams wants Tom Brady

Less than a day as a Jet, and rookie lineman Leonard Williams already has his sights set on the AFC East's biggest star.

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Phillipines power outage plan

If citizens of the Philippines want to watch their hero Manny Pacquiao fight, they may have to sacrifice a few household appliances.

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Tyson vs. Mayweather

Mike Tyson's trashing of Floyd Mayweather before his fight with Manny Pacquiao apparently dates back more than a decade.

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Rookie of the Year Andrew Wiggins declares a Timberwolves 'uprising'

The first Timberwolves player to with the NBA Rookie of the Year award said being traded by the Cavs helped him grow.

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Rasheed Sulaimon speaks

For the first time since his release from the Duke basketball program, Rasheed Sulaimon addressed sexual assault allegations.

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Gordon driving pace car

Gordon will drive the pace car at the Indy 500 before racing in the Coca-Cola 600 at Charlotte Motor Speedway.

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GoDaddy leaving Danica Patrick

GoDaddy announced Wednesday it would not sponsor Danica Patrick's No. 10 Chevy after the 2015 season.

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BWW passes on MayPac fight

At a price tag of $5,100 per restaurant, the chain decided not to air the Manny Pacquiao vs. Floyd Mayweather fight in most locations.

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Bradley to DL

The right-hander did not suffer a concussion after being hit by a shot off the bat of Colorado's Carlos Gonzalez on Tuesday.

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Paquiao knows he's going to win

A confident Manny Pacquiao told fans to chill because he knows he will defeat Floyd Mayweather.

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Ali's Twitter proclaims greatness

Floyd Mayweather may think he's better than Muhammad Ali, but Ali's official Twitter account begs to differ.

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Meyer warned Bill Belichick

Urban Myer, Aaron Hernandez's college coach, warned Bill Belichick before the Patriots drafted the troubled tight end.

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Orioles postpone game

For fan safety, there will be no baseball in Baltimore on Tuesday.

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Orioles postpone game

For fan safety, there will once again be no baseball played in Baltimore on Tuesday.

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Ragan to replace Vickers

David Ragan will replace Brian Vickers in the No. 55 Toyota for the remainder of the 2015 season.

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Mexico to air fight for free

Unlike American viewers, those in Mexico will get to watch the Floyd Mayweather Jr. vs. Manny Pacquiao fight without emptying their wallet.

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Orioles series on the move?

The Orioles' series against the White Sox could be moved to D.C. as violence escalates in the streets of Baltimore.

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Tiger Woods talks Masters

Tiger Woods talks about his time away from golf and his return in time for the 2015 Masters.

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Orioles considered boycot

The new artificial turk at the Rogers Centre is so bad the Orioles almost boycotted a recent game.

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Mayweather-Pacquiao

The war of worlds between the boxer's father and Manny Pacquiao's training is getting out of hand.

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Jones-Drew to retire as a Jag

Maurice Jones-Drew will retire as a Jacksonville Jaguar, where he spent his first eight NFL seasons.

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Redskins giving away $1M

A perfect mock draft could net one fan $1 million, courtesy of the Washington Redskins.

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Jones-Drew to retire as a Jag

Maurice Jones-Drew will retire as a Jacksonville Jaguar, where he spent his first eight NFL seasons.

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Smith chooses Georgia Tech

Adam Smith, who is set to graduate in May, will be eligible to play immediately at Georgia Tech after his transfer from Virginia Tech.

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Britt McHenry will work NFL Draft

Following her one-week suspension, Britt McHenry will return to the ESPN airwaves in time for the NFL Draft.

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Armstrong/doping

The disgraced cyclist says he should had come clean with years ago.

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Mayweather buys 100 cars

One Las Vegas car dealership has sold Floyd Mayweather Jr. over 100 luxury cars.

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Kelvin Herrera suspended

After launching a 100mph fastball behind the back of Brett Lawrie, Royals pitcher Kelvin Herrera was suspended for five games by MLB.

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Kelvin Herrera suspended

After launching a 100 mph fastball behind the back of Brett Lawrie, Royals pitcher Kelvin Herrera was suspended five games by MLB.

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Six teams interested in AP

Dallas is among the teams interested in making a deal with Minnesota for the All-Pro running back.

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NASCAR scanner traffic

The best scanner sounds form Sunday's Food City 500 offered some real gems about weather, Game of Thrones and bathroom emergencies.

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Lions lineman released

Following a Friday arrest, the Lions wasted no time in parting ways with the lineman from Elon, charged with assaulting a female and child.

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David Ortiz fires back

After Hall of Famer Jim Palmer blasted David Ortiz for an on-field tantrum, Big Papi fired back.

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Mike Thorne Jr. chooses Illinois

Illinois landed one of the top graduate transfers in the country in Mike Thorne Jr.

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Rangers want Russell Wilson

The public may think Russell Wilson will never play two sports, but apparently the Rangers are serious about it.

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Hamilton is 'ready to go'

A trio of teammates visited Josh Hamilton in Houston and from what they saw, his physical condition isn't the problem. Team politics might be a different story.

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Pelé on 2026 World Cup

Soccer legend Pelé says the United States deserves to host the 2026 World Cup.

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Bryant makes MLB debut

The wait is over. Kris Bryant is a major leaguer.

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Kenseth’s son joins father JGR

Ross Kenseth will make his NASCAR Xfinity Series debut in June at Chicagoland Speedway.

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Bryant makes MLB debut

The wait is over. Kris Bryant is a major leaguer.

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Panthers, Thomas Davis extension

Carolina is hoping to extend the contract of veteran linebacker Thomas Davis, who says he has no desire to play elsewhere.

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Revis to visit White House

Darrelle Revis may have left the Patriots in the offseason, but he still plans on visiting the White House with the Super Bowl champs.

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Kyle Busch relives brutal crash

For the first time since breaking his right leg and left foot in a crash at Daytona, Kyle Busch relives the wreck that has derailed his 2015 season.

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Aaron Hernandez will serve life sentence in shadow of Gillette Stadium

Former Patriots star Aaron Hernandez will spend his days in a maximum security prison about five kilometres from Gillette Stadium.

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Ronda Rousey visits Manny Pacquiao

With his mega-fight against Floyd Mayweather just weeks away, Manny Pacquiao was paid a visit by the UFC star.

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Gator lineman retires

Roderick Johnson, an offensive lineman at Florida, is forced to retire from football after an MRI revealed a spine condition.

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WKU suspends swimming program

Two separate investigations into the program have prompted Western Kentucky University to suspend its swimming and diving program.

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Steelers’ Ike Taylor retires

Taylor came into the league in 2003 with Troy Polamalu, who also retired recently after a dozen years in Pittsburgh.

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Forte skips voluntary workout

Matt Forte decided to skip out on Monday's voluntary workout. Could he be looking for a new deal?

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Dzhokhar Tsarnaev sentencing phase

With the sentencing phase of the Dzhokhar Tsarnaev trial set for next week, Judge George O'Toole gave the jurors several directions.

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Steelers’ Ike Taylor retires

Taylor came into the league in 2003 with Troy Polamalu, who retired last week after a dozen years in Pittsburgh.

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Romo-Tiger

Few fans in Woods' entourage at Augusta are more recognizable than the Cowboys quarterback.

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Waltrip to race in 2016 Daytona 500

Michael Waltrip, a two-time Daytona 500 winner, announced he'll race in the event for the 29th time in 2016.

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Blyleven calls Detroit 'ugly'

Twins broadcaster Bert Blyleven really has it in for the Detroit skyline.

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Hoiberg to undergo heart surgery

Ten years after a heart surgery that ended his playing career, Iowa State coach Fred Hoiberg will undergo another procedure.

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MLB will not investigate Angels

MLB commissioner Rob Manfred said allegations against the Angels in the Josh Hamilton case are not "as serious a problem as it might appear."

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Papelbon trade to Red Sox unlikely

Boston may need help in the bullpen with Koji Uehara on the DL, but don't expect the team to make a deal for its former closer.

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LeBron James 'hinted' he may sit with Cavaliers' playoff seed locked up

With the second seed in the Eastern Conference all but sealed, LeBron James may sit out the Cavaliers' next two games.

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Jahlil Okafor's father makes claims

Chukwudi Okafor says the Duke freshman is "absolutely" the best, notwithstanding the likes of Dwyane Wade, Derrick Rose and Isiah Thomas.

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Cubs top prospect loses sister

Javier Baez once said of his sister Noely, who had spina bifida, "God gave us this miracle. … She's in our lives for a reason."

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Bo Scarbrough ACL surgery

Alabama RB Bo Scarbrough has shown his recovery from an ACL tear suffered in a team scrimmage last week.

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Depositions muddy lawsuit

Oklahoma State's case against former offensive line coach Joe Wickline may be more confusing after interviewing other Texas coaches.

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Indy 500 pace car

In a night he won't soon forget, a shirtless man stole an Indianapolis 500 pace car, drove through glass doors and down a flight of stairs.

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Albrecht out 4-5 months

Michigan guard Spike Albrecht will miss up to five moths after undergoing surgery to relieve soreness in his right hip.

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Victims react to Tsarnaev ruling

Moments after Tsarnaev was found guilty in the April 2013 attacks, the survivors reacted to the news.

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Pacquiao-Mayweather

Pacquiao's trainer says his "killer instinct" will take over on May 2 because of his hatred for Mayweather.

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Victims react to Tsarnaev ruling

Moments after Dzhokhar Tsarnaev was found guilty in the April 2013 attacks on the Boston Marathon, the survivors reacted to the news.

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Cubs add 74 portable toilets

In response to the long bathroom lines at Wrigley Field on opening night, the Cubs have brought in 74 portable toilets.

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NASCAR announces changes

In an attempt to add excitement to the Sprint All-Star Race, NASCAR is adding laps and drivers to the event.

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NFL officially hires Sarah Thomas

After eight seasons in Conference USA, Sarah Thomas will become the NFL's first full-time female official.

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Eric Berry cancer treatments

The All-Pro safety's brother, Evan Berry, is optimistic about Eric's condition and doesn't "really see it affecting him," according to a report.

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Grayson Allen's former coach talks

Everyone was shocked by the guard's emergence in the national title game, except for the coach who knows him best.

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Pacquiao's trainer talks trash

Manny Pacquiao's trainer, Freddie Roach, not only thinks his fighter will beat Floyd Mayweather Jr., he's predicting a knockout.

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Duke fans celebrate

Blue Devils fans back in Durham made Monday night one to remember after winning the national title.

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UFC hires former DEA agent

In an attempt to continue its quest for clean competition, the UFC hired a man who knows a thing or two about performance-enhancing drugs.

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Boston Marathon closing arguments

If found guilty, accused Boston Marathon bomber Dzhokhar Tsarnaev will be subject to either life in prison or the death penalty.

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Calipari elected to HOF

The Final Four opponents were two of 12 finalists for the Class of 2015 announced in February.

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Wilkerson skipping workouts

Jets defensive end Muhammad Wilkerson is skipping voluntary workouts as he awaits a new contract.

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Tanaka to change pitching style

Masahiro Tanaka told reporters his velocity might take a dip this season as he takes a new approach to pitching.

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Kaminsky brushes off Harrison

Frank Kaminsky acknowledged the explicit remark made by Kentucky's Andrew Harrison and says he's over it.

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Marks/stunt

Sarah Thomas, the first female full-time game official hired by the NFL, is a publicity stunt, Marks says.

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Zito sent to minors

The lefty's attempt to make the A's opening day roster fell short, but he's still happy to be back in the game regardless of the level.

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Nats to host 2018 ASG

The Nationals are expected to announce Monday that they'll host the 2018 All-Star Game.

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Pacquiao locking the gym

To better focus on the biggest fight of his career and the richest fight in boxing history, Manny Pacquiao is shutting out the media.

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Marks speaks out on female ref

Jacksonville Jaguars defensive lineman Sen'Derrick Marks views Sarah Thomas hire as a publicity stunt.

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Pacquiao-Mayweather

To better focus on the biggest fight of his career and the richest fight in boxing history, Manny Pacquiao is shutting out the media.

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McNamee's wife cashing in

Eileen Taylor-McNamee claims her former husband owes her more than $300,000 in support payments.

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Hoops star asks special student

Eastern High School senior Trey Moses, a Ball State recruit, interrupted a sixth-period gym class to ask freshman Ellie Meredith to prom.

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Josh Hamilton avoids suspension

Angels outfielder Josh Hamilton will not be suspended after admitting to a recent drug relapse.

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Girardi undecided on closer

Yankees manager may use both Dellin Betances and Andrew Miller in the closer role.

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P.J. Williams arrested on DUI

Just days after boosting his draft stock with an impressive pro day, potential first-round pick P.J. Williams was arrested on DUI charges.

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Cardale Jones tweet

Ohio State quarterback Cardale Jones used Twitter to express his new view on the importance of education.

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Cowboys sign British DE

Efe Obada, who has played just five games of organized American football, currently lives just outside of London in the town of Stevenage.

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Smart and Texas discussions

With Rick Barnes out of Austin and now at Tennessee, Texas is reportedly looking to bring in one of the hottest names in college basketball.

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Cowboys sign British DE

After just five games of American Football under his belt, Efe Obada has earned himself an NFL contract with the Dallas Cowboys.

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Rudock transferring to Michigan

Jake Rudock, a two-year starter for the Hawkeyes, finished the 2014 season with 2,436 passing yards, 16 touchdowns and five interceptions.

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Verlander likely to start on DL

Tigers pitcher Justin Verlander is headed towards a stint on the DL for the first time in his 10-year career.

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Muhammad Ali is ‘Team Pacquiao all the way’

Muhammad Ali's daughter says her father is in Manny Pacquiao's corner come May 2 when the Filipino fighter takes on Floyd Mayweather Jr.

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Winston shines at pro day

Jameis Winston threw 102 passes at Florida State's pro day, a heavy load for a player with big expectations.

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Winston shines at pro day

Quarterback Jameis Winston made 102 throws at his pro day in front of dozens of scouts from around the NFL.

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UK fan gave baby alcohol

While celebrating Kentucky's Elite Eight win over Notre Dame, a woman allegedly gave her 1-year-old nephew beer and rum.

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WWE stock drops

Despite record box office numbers for WrestleMania 31, WWE stock took a dive Monday.

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Ali sides with Pacquiao

Muhammad Ali's daughter said her father is in Manny Pacquiao's corner come May 2 when the Filipino fighter takes on Floyd Mayweather.

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Denny Hamlin wins at Martinsville

Denny Hamlin held off a charging Brad Keselowski in the closing laps to win the STP 500.

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Hamlin wins at Martinsville

Denny Hamlin held off a charging Brad Keselowski in the closing laps to win the STP 500 on Sunday.

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Dale Jr. wreck

A multicar wreck on Lap 228 has looked like it would Dale Earnhardt's day at Martinsville, but Junior returned with a much different looking car.

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Brian Dixon arrested

Saints cornerback Brian Dixon was arrested Sunday morning on resisting an officer charges.

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Larson out

Regan Smith will replace Kyle Larson in Sunday's Sprint Cup Series STP 500 at Martinsville.

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CC Sabathia drops f-bomb

CC Sabathia hasn't had an impressive spring training and he doesn't care what anyone thinks of it.

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Rodgers defends Wisconsin fandom

Aaron Rodgers responds to social media critics that question his fandom of Wisconsin basketball.

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Geno Smith arrested

Geno Smith's first driving under the influence arrest came in August 2013.

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LeBron doesn't like PF

LeBron James has expressed a willingness to play power forward against smaller lineups, but he doesn't want to do it for long stretches.

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Redskins looking into Mariota

Washington nearly sold the entire farm in 2012 to draft Robert Griffin III, but the team is reportedly interested in one of this year's hottest quarterback commodities.

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Rick Barnes likely out at Texas

Multiple sources are certain Rick Barnes is done at Texas.

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Woods to design Chinese course

The Beijing project is part of a two-course deal that will reportedly pay Tiger Woods $16.5 million.

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Murray State extends Steve Prohm

After a perfect conference record in 2014-15, the Racers rewarded their head coach with an extension.

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Tennessee fires Donnie Tyndall

Tyndall was fired after one season in Knoxville amidst an NCAA investigation into his tenure at Southern Miss.

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Patton Robinette calls it quits

Patton Robinette is the latest football player to end his football career due to injury concerns.

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Rams looking to draft QB

St. Louis coach Jeff Fisher says the team still plans to draft a quarterback.

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Sam says he isn't alone in NFL

The former Missouri star said multiple gay NFL players reached out to him after he revealed his sexual orientation before the 2014 draft.

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Sam: Lots of gay NFL players

Former Missouri Tigers star Michael Sam says multiple gay NFL players reached out to him after he revealed his sexual orientation.

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Khan tips Floyd Mayweather to win

Manny Pacquiao's former training partner Amir Khan said Floyd Mayweather will win the blockbuster fight between the two superstars on May 2.

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Britain's Amir Khan has rare insight into May 2's mega-fight.

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Cashman applauds A-Rod's play

Thirteen games into spring training, Alex Rodriguez is finally impressing Yankees GM Brian Cashman.

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Smith coy on QBs

The Buccaneers may pass on taking a quarterback in the NFL Draft, according to their head coach.

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Wichita State vs. Kansas

Wichita State and Kansas haven’t met since 1993, when the Jayhawks ran the Shockers out of the gym.

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Iowa routs Davidson

White scored 26 points as the Hawkeyes held the Wildcats to their lowest offensive output of the season.

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George could return to Pacers

George is seven-plus months removed from a gruesome leg injury as a member of Team USA.

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White Sox extend Adam Eaton

Adam Eaton hit .300/.362/.401 with an American League-best 10 triples last season with Chicago.

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MLB promotes final-day drama

To make the final scheduled day of the MLB regular season even more dramatic, all games will start at the same time.

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MLB promotes final-day drama

Taking a leaf from some European football leagues' books, the MLB will introduce synonymous final-day fixtures.

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North Carolina downs Harvard

North Carolina made it through a frantic final series of events against Harvard to advance to the NCAA Tournament's Round of 32.

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