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Seahawks' dominant defense faces challenge in Bears QB Caleb Williams and NFL's top rushing offense
ASSOCIATED PRESS — Now it's Chicago's turn to face Seattle's “Dark Side.” The Seahawks defense shut down the pr…
Vasilevskiy, Hellebuyk, Rask chosen as NHL Vezina finalists
Andrei Vasilevskiy of the Tampa Bay Lightning has been selected as a Vezina Trophy finalist for the third consecutive season, with a shot at becoming the first back-to-back winner of the NHL’s top goalie award in 1…
Nuggets' Barton: Jersey messages won't make enough impact
LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. (AP) — Denver guard Will Barton said Friday that he decided against wearing a social justice message on the back of his jersey at the NBA restart because he does not believe it those actions …
5 more MLB players positive for COVID, raising total to 80
NEW YORK (AP) — Five more baseball players tested positive for COVID-19 in the past week, raising the total to 80 since testing started in late June.
The Latest: 5 more Major League Baseball players positive
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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.
Pennsylvania sports teams ask to allow fans in the stands
HARRISBURG, Pa. (AP) — As Pennsylvania approached 100,000 confirmed cases of the coronavirus on Friday, several professional, semi-professional, amateur and college sports teams have submitted plans to the state De…
FA Cup: Young coaches out to eclipse serial winner Guardiola
The FA Cup is down to the semifinal stage, offering three young managers a great chance to collect a first piece of English silverware in their coaching careers.
German World Cup winner André Schürrle retires at 29
DORTMUND, Germany (AP) — Former World Cup winner André Schürrle has retired at the age of 29 after failing to recapture the form that helped him star for Bayer Leverkusen and Chelsea.
Tennessee sports hall going virtual for induction ceremony
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — The Tennessee Sports Hall of Fame will be inducting its 2020 class virtually.
Referees gearing up for their return to NBA games, too
LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. (AP) — NBA referees have not had the same opportunities as players have to knock off the rust from the shutdown caused by the coronavirus pandemic.
WNBA: Georgia senator doesn't have to sell stake in team
ATLANTA (AP) — The WNBA commissioner says the league has no plans to insist that Atlanta Dream co-owner Kelly Loeffler sell her stake in the team.
AL Central Preview Capsules
Capsules of American League Central teams, listed in order of finish last year:
Leicester beats Sheffield United 2-0, stays in EPL's top 4
LEICESTER, England (AP) — Leicester consolidated its spot in the Champions League qualification places by beating Sheffield United 2-0 in the Premier League on Thursday thanks to goals by Ayoze Perez and Demarai Gr…
Panthers owner establishes Johnson C. Smith scholarships
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) — Panthers owner David Tepper and his wife Nicole are contributing $250,000 to Johnson C. Smith University students to help them overcome financial hardship caused by the COVID-19 pandemic.
NL East Preview Capsules
Capsules of National League East teams, listed in order of finish last year: