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Knights set for state title rematch
ROYAL CITY — The Royal Knights (1-0) are slated for a big game against the Cashmere Bulldogs (1-0) on Friday, as i…
The Latest: Chicago Marathon canceled because of pandemic
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July 18 — Last day to offer a retention bonus to an eligible player attending training with a minor league contract.
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The Latest: NHL says 43 players tested positive for virus
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White Sox OF Robert, Dodgers 2B Lux among rookies to watch
CHICAGO (AP) — Baseball's 60-game season is plenty of time for a young slugger or pitcher to play a pivotal role in a playoff run. Here is a closer look at a handful of rookies who could grab a starring role this y…
Tigers give veteran RHP Zack Godley unconditional release
DETROIT (AP) — The Detroit Tigers have cut ties with Zack Godley, giving the right-hander his unconditional release.
Texas keeps 'The Eyes of Texas' despite athlete demands
The University of Texas announced a series of steps Monday intended to make itself more welcoming to its Black students but stopped short of shelving “The Eyes of Texas” song that a number of athletes have said nee…
Rockets' Westbrook says he tested positive for coronavirus
LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. (AP) — Russell Westbrook of the Houston Rockets said Monday that he has tested positive for coronavirus, and that he plans to eventually join his team at the restart of the NBA season.
The Latest: Awaiting test result, Cubs' Ross skips workout
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Browns sign LB Jacob Phillips, third-round pick from LSU
CLEVELAND (AP) — The Cleveland Browns have signed LSU linebacker and third-round pick Jacob Phillips, leaving safety Grant Delpit as their only unsigned 2020 selection.
The Latest: Patriot League cancels all fall sports
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NFL, Oakley come up with face shields to protect players
NEW YORK (AP) — With NFL training camps set to start at the end of the month, the league believes it is closer to one answer when it comes to player safety amid the coronavirus pandemic: face shields for the player…
Northwestern's Phillips to chair NCAA men's hoops committee
INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — Northwestern vice president Jim Phillips was chosen Monday to chair the NCAA Division I Men's Basketball Committee for the 2021-22 season, succeeding Kentucky athletic director Mitch Barnhart.
Pellegrini wants Betis fighting in European competitions
MADRID (AP) — Manuel Pellegrini’s main goal in his new coaching job with Real Betis is to make the Spanish club a regular in European competitions.