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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…
MLB releases pandemic-shortened schedule amid testing delays
Major League Baseball released its pandemic-shortened schedule Monday, featuring a tantalizing season opener between the New York Yankees and World Series champion Washington Nationals, even as some teams were stil…
Dodgers RHP Jimmy Nelson to miss season with bad back
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Dodgers pitcher Jimmy Nelson will undergo surgery on his lower back and miss the upcoming shortened season.
Aaron Nola clears virus protocol, arrives to Phillies camp
PHILADELPHIA (AP) — Phillies ace Aaron Nola reported to camp on Monday after waiting a few extra days because he was in contact with someone who tested positive for the coronavirus.
JR Smith overcomes 'very depressed state,' lands with Lakers
LOS ANGELES (AP) — JR Smith was not ready to wrap up his 15-year NBA career when he left the Cleveland Cavaliers in late 2018, and the ensuing 20 months were not much fun for the veteran shooter.
The Latest: Toronto, Edmonton selected as NHL hub cities
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Penny Taylor steps away from Phoenix assistant coach job
NEW YORK (AP) — Phoenix Mercury assistant coach Penny Taylor is stepping away to focus on being a full-time mother, the team announced Monday.
49ers sign cornerback Jamar Taylor to one-year contract
SANTA CLARA, Calif. (AP) — The San Francisco 49ers signed cornerback Jamar Taylor to a one-year contract.
Bolton left Penn State after coach's 'noose' comment
Iowa State guard Rasir Bolton said he decided to leave Penn State last spring because of a comment by coach Pat Chambers, who said the player had a noose around his neck.
MATCHDAY: Atletico, Leicester look to cement European places
A look at what’s happening around European soccer on Tuesday:
WNBA players to spotlight Breonna Taylor on jerseys
NEW YORK (AP) — WNBA players will wear uniforms for the opening weekend of the season featuring Breonna Taylor's name when the league begins play later this month.
The Latest: 2 more with Giants test positive for virus
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Chiefs, Mahomes agree to 10-year, $503 million extension
The Kansas City Chiefs made sure they'll have Super Bowl MVP Patrick Mahomes around as long as possible.
Celtics' Brown: Taking social justice fight to Florida
BOSTON (AP) — Jaylen Brown is encouraged by the steps the NBA is taking to connect with its players’ desire to support social justice causes.
MLB '20 schedule: Yanks-Nats, Giants-Dodgers open on July 23
NEW YORK (AP) — Mookie Betts, Gerrit Cole and a pair of high-profile matchups are set for opening day as Major League Baseball begins its shortened 60-game season on July 23 in ballparks without fans amid the coron…
Spencer Torkelson has shown Tigers why they took him No. 1
DETROIT (AP) — Spencer Torkelson has quickly showed the Detroit Tigers why they drafted him No. 1 overall this year and gave him a $8-plus million