Sports
Want to know the latest in today's sports news? Below, we share breaking sports news articles and updates.
Linebacker Dante Fowler Jr. eager to make impact on Seahawks talented defense
SEATTLE (AP) — For veteran linebacker Dante Fowler, Jr., the chance to join the Seattle Seahawks wasn't something …
2 Peru players positive for COVID-19 ahead of Brazil match
SAO PAULO (AP) — Two Peru players have been ruled out of the South American World Cup qualifying match against Brazil after testing positive for COVID-19.
Baseball's first fans of 2020 see Dodgers-Braves NLCS opener
ARLINGTON, Texas (AP) — Scott McIlroy reached out with his left hand as a batting practice home run clanged off a railing and hit him in the palm, the ball popping in the air before settling back into his grip as h…
San Diego Padres outfielder Tommy Pham stabbed, will recover
SAN DIEGO (AP) — San Diego Padres outfielder Tommy Pham is recovering after he was stabbed in the back Sunday night, authorities said.
Braves LF Duvall leaves NLCS opener with left oblique issue
ARLINGTON, Texas (AP) — Atlanta Braves left fielder Adam Duvall left Game 1 of the NL Championships Series after hurting his left oblique in his first at-bat Monday night.
Vegas signs Alex Pietrangelo to $61.6M, seven-year contract
Alex Pietrangelo is Vegas bound, and the Golden Knights are shuffling the deck to fit him in.
Twins SS Polanco has ankle surgery in 2nd straight offseason
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — Minnesota Twins shortstop Jorge Polanco is recovering from surgery on his right ankle for a second straight offseason.
UConn-Notre Dame women's basketball game postponed a year
For the first time in seven years, the UConn and Notre Dame women's basketball teams won't play in the regular season.
AP source: Vegas agrees to sign Pietrangelo to $61.6M deal
Alex Pietrangelo is Vegas bound after eventually striking gold in free agency.
Injuries hamper 49ers in lopsided loss to Dolphins
SANTA CLARA, Calif. (AP) — San Francisco coach Kyle Shanahan opted to start quarterback Jimmy Garoppolo despite a bum ankle and held cornerback Ahkello Witherspoon out at the start with a sore hamstring.
Baylor 32 active COVID-19 cases in wake of postponed game
WACO, Texas (AP) — Baylor had 32 active COVID-19 cases in its athletic department in the wake of having to postpone a football game for the second time this season.
Saints' Davenport making season debut, Chargers' Bosa active
NEW ORLEANS (AP) — Saints defensive end Marcus Davenport is set to make his season debut and Chargers defensive end Joey Bosa also has been activated for Monday night’s game between Los Angeles and New Orleans.
Altuve's 2 early throwing errors doom Astros in ALCS Game 2
SAN DIEGO (AP) — Whether they're in the field or at the plate, the Houston Astros are finding it tough to summon their usual postseason proficiency so far in the AL Championship Series.
Margot's homer, catch highlight Rays' 4-2 win over Astros
SAN DIEGO (AP) — Back in the ballpark where he started his big league career, Manuel Margot of the Tampa Bay Rays had a breakout game in the AL Championship Series with a three-run home run and a spectacular catch …
Blackhawks agree to 1-year deals with Fs Janmark, Ullmark
CHICAGO (AP) — The Chicago Blackhawks agreed to one-year contracts with Mattias Janmark and Lucas Wallmark on Monday, adding a pair of forwards to help make up for the loss of Brandon Saad.
Wild re-sign goalie Kaapo Kahkonen to 2-year contract
ST. PAUL, Minn. (AP) — The Minnesota Wild re-signed goalie Kaapo Kahkonen to a two-year contract on Monday to avoid salary arbitration.