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QB Sam Darnold returns to practice, no decision yet on Seahawks' game at the Commanders
Seattle Seahawks quarterback Sam Darnold returned to practice Wednesday for the first time since he was injured in…
Nats' star Ryan Zimmerman's AP diary: Pondering retirement
EDITOR’S NOTE: Ryan Zimmerman is a two-time All-Star infielder who has played 15 years in the majors, all with the Washington Nationals. He holds most of the team’s career hitting records, and his two homers and se…
EPL's Saudi piracy concerns as Newcastle takeover assessed
The English Premier League has to decide whether to approve Saudi Arabia's takeover of Newcastle while concerned that piracy of its broadcasts from the kingdom poses a “significant risk” to the competition's revenu…
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Orioles OF Mancini understands risk of COVID during chemo
BALTIMORE (AP) — Orioles outfielder Trey Mancini feels fortunate to have undergone colon cancer surgery before doctors became absorbed in treating COVID-19, and now he’s diligently and carefully working to avoid th…
AFC South adds pass-rushing skill to already-loaded division
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. (AP) — The division that led the AFC in sacks in 2019 might be even tougher to block next season.
Goodell reduces salary to $0, NFL workers taking pay cuts
Commissioner Roger Goodell has reduced his salary to $0 and other NFL employees will be taking pay cuts or furloughs due to the coronavirus pandemic.
Wild will seek spark anew from surging Fiala when NHL's back
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The Latest: Churchill Downs to open stables, race minus fans
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Brees, Brady give 'Quarterback South' top 2 all-time passers
ATLANTA (AP) — Dan Quinn says the NFC South has earned a new moniker.
Tech companies, like college athletes, eager to cash in
Imagine a major-college quarterback with a sizable social media following who posts entertaining and informative updates about his life on and off the field.
Falcons won't commit to DE Takk McKinley past 2020 season
FLOWERY BRANCH, Ga. (AP) — The Atlanta Falcons say they are taking a “wait-and-see approach” with defensive end Takk McKinley's future with the team.
Ex-manager Clint Hurdle's daily emails encourage, inspire
Clint Hurdle began sending his daily notes of inspiration more than 10 years ago, during his days managing the Colorado Rockies. They were a simple, small way of checking in with his staff to discuss leadership ide…
WNBA rookies to begin receiving health benefits this week
NEW YORK (AP) — WNBA rookies will start receiving health benefits beginning this week, a move that comes while camps and the season remain suspended indefinitely because of the coronavirus pandemic.
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