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Broncos reload after memorable state semifinal run
LIND — If you ask Lind/Ritzville (14-2) Head Coach Cari Galbreath, last season was special for the Broncos. “…
MATCHDAY: PSG aims for French Cup in competitive return
A look at what’s happening around European soccer on Friday:
LEADING OFF: Bigger playoffs, new Texas park, Dbacks' MadBum
A look at what's happening around the majors today:
Mitchell, Gobert patching up rift for playoff-bound Jazz
The Utah Jazz had plenty on their plate over the hiatus.
Hurricanes' Hamilton misses camp practice; status unclear
RALEIGH, N.C. (AP) — Carolina Hurricanes All-Star defenseman Dougie Hamilton didn’t practice Thursday and his status is unclear as the team prepares for the return to play next week.
Case in points: MacKinnon up for hat trick of awards for Avs
DENVER (AP) — Nathan MacKinnon believes this just may be the best edition of the Colorado Avalanche he’s seen over his tenure.
The Latest: Michigan State stops workouts amid positive test
The Latest on the effects of the coronavirus outbreak on sports around the world:
Fans are key factor to save 3 kickoff games in Atlanta
ATLANTA (AP) — There is no room for negotiation on one key point as Atlanta organizers consider multiple contingency plans for three season-opening games during the coronavirus pandemic: Without fans, the games can…
Nebraska lawmakers OK endorsement deals for college athletes
LINCOLN, Neb. (AP) — College athletes in Nebraska may soon be able to sign endorsement deals with sneaker companies, car dealerships and other sponsors under a bill approved by lawmakers on Tuesday.
Uncertainty abounds as college teams scramble to find games
Arkansas State's opener at Memphis on Sept. 5. was still on the schedule as of Tuesday. That much athletic director Terry Mohajir knows.
MLB, players agree to expand playoffs to 16 teams
NEW YORK (AP) — Major League Baseball and the players’ union agreed Thursday to expand the playoffs from 10 teams to 16 for the pandemic-delayed season, a decision that makes it likely teams with losing records wil…
AP source: MLB and players' union agree to 16-team playoffs for 2020, pending MLB owners' approval
NEW YORK (AP) — AP source: MLB and players' union agree to 16-team playoffs for 2020, pending MLB owners' approval.
Ex-college basketball coach avoids jail for fatal punch
NEW YORK (AP) — A former men's college basketball assistant coach was sentenced Thursday to three years of probation, community service and a fine for fatally punching a man in New York City who pounded on his car'…
Bears release TE Braunecker
LAKE FOREST, Ill. (AP) — The Chicago Bears released tight end Ben Braunecker on Thursday.
Betts will not receive all money from Dodgers until 2044
Mookie Betts will not receive all of his money from his $365 million, 12-year contract with the Los Angeles Dodgers until he is approaching his 52nd birthday in 2044, according to contract details obtained by The A…
Betts gets debut souvenirs, Dodgers top Giants 8-1 in opener
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Mookie Betts singled in the seventh inning for his first hit as a Los Angeles Dodger, then signaled for the ball.