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Othello Huskies dominate in home opener
OTHELLO — The Othello Huskies got off to a hot start for their 2026 football season as they beat the Ellensburg Bu…
The Latest: Oilers' Caleb Jones reveals positive virus test
The Latest on the effects of the coronavirus pandemic on sports around the world:
Rhode Island cracks down on beach crowding, parking
A look at coronavirus-related developments around New England on Saturday:
Play ball? Experts send mixed signals on MLB 60-game season
NEW YORK (AP) — Thirty baseball teams from 28 cities, trying to play 60 games each amid a coronavirus pandemic that seemingly hasn’t peaked in the United States.
Tina Charles medically excused for WNBA season
Washington Mystics forward Tina Charles was medically excused for the season by an independent panel of doctors, the team announced Friday.
Ex-Canadian football player gets 3 months for college scam
A former Canadian Football League player was sentenced Wednesday to three months in prison for hiring someone take the SATs in place of his two sons, while a California mother got five weeks behind bars for paying …
Daniel Bard makes Rockies roster after seven-year absence
DENVER (AP) — Daniel Bard never ran from the mental hiccups that derailed a promising pitching career with the Boston Red Sox.
Brewers' Woodruff easy choice to start season opener
MILWAUKEE (AP) — Milwaukee Brewers right-hander Brandon Woodruff is following up his first All-Star appearance by getting his first opportunity to start a season opener.
Angels reliever Justin Anderson to have Tommy John surgery
ANAHEIM, Calif. (AP) — Los Angeles Angels right-hander Justin Anderson will have Tommy John surgery.
Thursday Sports in Brief
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NFLPA wants players tested daily for virus when camps open
The NFL Players Association wants players tested daily for coronavirus, one of the outstanding points in discussions with the NFL over health and safety protocols as the start of training camp draws near.
Iowa's CJ Fredrick has surgery for stress fracture in foot
IOWA CITY, Iowa (AP) — Iowa guard CJ Fredrick is expected to be ready for preseason practices after having surgery on his right foot, the school announced Wednesday.
Washington owner Snyder vows culture change amid allegations
Washington NFL owner Dan Snyder said Friday he's committed to improving the culture inside the team after allegations of sexual harassment, while the league will wait for a law firm's review before taking action.
Yanks' Germán casts doubt on MLB future in Instagram post
NEW YORK (AP) — Suspended New York Yankees pitcher Domingo Germán cast doubt on his baseball future with curious Instagram posts Friday night.
Editorial Roundup: North Carolina
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