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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…
The Latest: Eagles won't have fans in stadium this season
The Latest on the effects of the coronavirus outbreak on sports around the world:
Delle Donne hurt that request denied by panel of doctors
NEW YORK (AP) — WNBA MVP Elena Delle Donne was shocked and hurt when her request to be medically excused for the season was denied by an independent medical panel.
Judge denies media request to unseal files on Saints owner
A judge has denied a request by news organizations including The Associated Press to unseal court records involving the mental competency of billionaire Tom Benson when he rewrote his will to give his third wife ow…
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4 games per day in group stage of 2022 World Cup in Qatar
LONDON (AP) — The 2022 World Cup will have four games every day in a 12-day group stage and matches later in the tournament that go into extra time will extend past midnight in Qatar.
Kings' Barnes isn't at NBA restart, says he has coronavirus
LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. (AP) — Harrison Barnes of the Sacramento Kings became the latest NBA player to reveal that he has the coronavirus, making the announcement Tuesday and saying he has hopes to join his team for…
As Posey opts out, Giants begin new era under Gabe Kapler
SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — The San Francisco Giants are beginning a new era under manager Gabe Kapler with many of the familiar faces who were part of all that winning last decade.
'4 Horses' still key for World Series champion Nationals
WASHINGTON (AP) — For all of the opt-outs and rule-change oddities, the spring training interruption and social distancing, Washington Nationals manager Dave Martinez figures his team’s bid for a rare repeat World …
News outlets seek to unseal files on Saints owner Tom Benson
News outlets including The Associated Press headed to court Wednesday seeking to unseal court records involving the mental competency of billionaire Tom Benson when he rewrote his will to give his third wife owners…
Reds hope search for leadoff hitter ends with Akiyama
PHOENIX (AP) — The Cincinnati Reds hope their long-running search for a consistent leadoff hitter comes to an end with Shogo Akiyama.
AP sources: MLB players may have Kessler lead grievance
NEW YORK (AP) — The baseball players’ association has discussed hiring noted sports lawyer Jeffrey Kessler to litigate a contemplated grievance against clubs accusing Commissioner Rob Manfred and management of fail…
MATCHDAY: Liverpool at Arsenal chasing record PL points haul
A look at what’s happening around European soccer on Wednesday:
Bird, Taurasi say playing in 2020 was only option for them
Diana Taurasi and Sue Bird know that they are on the tail end of their basketball careers.
Even in shortened season, focus for Mariners is on future
SEATTLE (AP) — For the first time in 20 years, the Seattle Mariners will begin a season without Ichiro Suzuki or Felix Hernandez on the opening day roster.
AP Source: Browns, Garrett closing in on contract extension
CLEVELAND (AP) — The Cleveland Browns are closing in on a contract extension with star defensive end Myles Garrett, a person familiar with the negotiations told The Associated Press on Tuesday.