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Grid Kids expands opportunities this season
MOSES LAKE — The Moses Lake Grid Kids football program is gearing up for the start of its 26th football season thi…
Nuggets stun Clippers, who miss conference finals again
LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. (AP) — Denver’s dynamic duo of Jamal Murray and Nikola Jokic led another stunning turnaround as the Nuggets advanced to the Western Conference finals for the first time since 2009.
Isles stay alive: Eberle seals 2-1 2OT win over Lightning
EDMONTON, Alberta (AP) — Islanders forward Jordan Eberle knew exactly what to do upon seeing teammate and captain Anders Lee pounce on the loose puck once Tampa Bay’s Kevin Shattenkirk whiffed on his shot from the …
Oklahoma State to induct Thurman Thomas into Ring of Honor
STILLWATER, Okla. (AP) — Hall of Fame running back Thurman Thomas will be the first inductee into the Oklahoma State football Ring of Honor.
Wild sign defenseman Brodin to 7-year, $42 million extension
ST. PAUL, Minn. (AP) — The Minnesota Wild signed defenseman Jonas Brodin to a seven-year, $42 million contract extension Tuesday, making another long-term commitment to a key piece of their blue line group.
School leader: B1G football on hold until questions answered
The University of Wisconsin chancellor said Tuesday that Big Ten football will remain on hold until there are answers to questions about COVID-19 testing and tracing, along with possible long-term heart issues rela…
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.
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.
Women's soccer in England shows resilience with new sponsor
LONDON (AP) — After a slew of high-profile signings in its top league, women’s soccer in England further underscored its growing resilience during the pandemic by securing a new three-year sponsor for the FA Cup.
LEADING OFF: M's-Giants shift because of fires, Hamels debut
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Cubs walk off over Indians on consecutive HBPs
CHICAGO (AP) — Willson Contreras and Cameron Maybin were plunked by consecutive pitches from Cleveland reliever Nick Wittgren in the ninth inning, forcing home the winning run as the Chicago Cubs beat the Indians 6…
49ers denounce racist message to Arizona's Budda Baker
SANTA CLARA, Calif. (AP) — The San Francisco 49ers are seeking to identify the fan who sent racist messages to Arizona safety Budda Baker and say they will ban the person from future games and events.
Kickers look out of sorts after no exhibition games
Maybe kickers needed preseason more than anyone else.
Bale's agent in talks with Tottenham over return from Madrid
Out of favor at Real Madrid, Gareth Bale is hoping to secure a return to Premier League club Tottenham to revitalize his career.