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Hungry for more
MOSES LAKE — After the winningest season in program history, the Moses Lake Mavericks (11-1) are looking to hit th…
As college leaders meet, football players push to play
After the Power Five conference commissioners met Sunday to discuss mounting concern about whether a college football season can be played in a pandemic, players took to social media to urge leaders to let them pla…
Brosseau's leadoff HR sparks Rays in 8-2 rout of Red Sox
BOSTON (AP) — Mike Brosseau led off the game with a home run, Yandy Díaz and Hunter Renfroe each had two RBIs and the Tampa Bay Rays continued their offensive onslaught against the Boston Red Sox in a 8-2 win Tuesd…
Worldwide virus cases top 20 million, doubling in six weeks
It took six months for the world to reach 10 million confirmed cases of the coronavirus. It took just over six weeks for that number to double.
Polar opposites: Big, tough Blues face small, quick Canucks
Hockey is trending to look like the Vancouver Canucks, with smaller players and more skill, speed and offense.
Ruling keeps NCAA from limiting some athlete compensation
WASHINGTON (AP) — A court decision the NCAA says will hurt college sports by allowing certain student-athletes to be paid “vast sums” of money as “educational expenses” will go into effect after the Supreme Court d…
Blackmon raises batting average to .500, Rockies top Arizona
DENVER (AP) — Charlie Blackmon raised his batting average to an amazing .500 with three more hits, including a key double during a six-run burst in the eighth inning that led the Colorado Rockies over the Arizona D…
Lehner, Golden Knights shut down Blackhawks 4-1 in opener
EDMONTON, Alberta (AP) — Robin Lehner had more trouble with one of his skates than he did with his former team.
Mississippi flag design process: Elvis has left the building
JACKSON, Miss. (AP) — The new Mississippi state flag will not include beer cans, crawfish, a caramel cake, Elvis or Kermit the Frog.
Monday's Sports in Brief
COLLEGE SPORTS
Pirates opening day starter Musgrove heads to injured list
PITTSBURGH (AP) — An unexpected break didn't stop the steady stream of pitchers to the injured list for the Pittsburgh Pirates.
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.
Williams, Wiese each score 17, Sparks beat Liberty 93-78
BRADENTON, Fla. (AP) — Riquna Williams and Sydney Wiese each scored 17 points to help the Los Angeles Sparks beat the New York Liberty 93-78 on Tuesday night.
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.
Austin Hays' 2-run homer gives Orioles 10-9 win over Phils
PHILADELPHIA (AP) — A wacky game had a wild finish.
Mississippi governor: 'College football is essential'
JACKSON, MISS. (AP) — Mississippi Gov. Tate Reeves described college football — even amid the