Colombia names Néstor Lorenzo new national soccer team coach
BOGOTA, Colombia (AP) — Colombia has named Argentinian Néstor Lorenzo as its men’s national soccer team coach for the next four years. The…
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Robinson Canó cut by Padres, elects free agency
MILWAUKEE (AP) — Robinson Canó’s short stint with the San Diego Padres is over. Less than a month after signing him, the Padres parted ways with…
Continue ReadingBroadcaster Kaat uses offensive nickname for Yankees’ Cortes
DETROIT (AP) — Minnesota Twins broadcaster Jim Kaat referred to New York Yankees left-hander Nestor Cortes as “Nestor the Molester” during a…
Continue ReadingChiefs view WR corps post-Tyreek with bright-eyed optimism
By DAVE SKRETTA AP Sports Writer KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — The moment the Kansas City Chiefs traded Tyreek Hill to the Miami Dolphins for a package…
Continue ReadingCFP board chair: New format ideally in place by June 2023
By RALPH D. RUSSO AP College Football Writer DESTIN, Fla. (AP) — The university leaders who oversee the College Football Playoff want the next…
Continue ReadingLindor out for Mets after slamming his finger in hotel door
By BETH HARRIS AP Sports Writer LOS ANGELES (AP) — Francisco Lindor slammed his finger closing a door and will miss the New York Mets’ series…
Continue ReadingBaseball honors Gehrig while raising awareness of ALS
By NOAH TRISTER AP Baseball Writer BALTIMORE (AP) — Baseball celebrated the life and legacy of Lou Gehrig on the 81st anniversary of the Hall of…
Continue ReadingFlames’ Sutter wins Jack Adams as NHL coach of the year
NEW YORK (AP) — Darryl Sutter of the Calgary Flames has won the Jack Adams Award as the NHL’s coach of the year. The league announced the honor…
Continue ReadingMalachi Smith, one of nation’s top transfers, joins Gonzaga
SPOKANE, Wash. (AP) — Malachi Smith, one of the top players available in the transfer portal, signed Thursday with Gonzaga. Smith’s decision…
Continue ReadingSeahawks QB competition remains offseason focus
By TIM BOOTH AP Sports Writer RENTON, Wash. (AP) — Shane Waldron spent his first offseason as the offensive coordinator in Seattle trying to…
Continue ReadingIdaho State assistant football coach charged with murder
POCATELLO, Idaho (AP) — Idaho State assistant football coach DaVonte’ Neal has been arrested on suspicion of killing a man in Arizona and the…
Continue ReadingLEADING OFF: Angels star Trout set to draw a crowd in Philly
By The Associated Press Angels star Mike Trout is likely to have a big rooting section at Citizens Bank Park all weekend for a series against the…
Continue ReadingFrank Gore signs 1-day contract to retire with 49ers
By JOSH DUBOW AP Pro Football Writer SANTA CLARA, Calif. (AP) — Frank Gore has signed a one-day contract with the San Francisco 49ers and announced…
Continue ReadingBuescher to miss Gateway after positive COVID-19 test
MADISON, Ill. (AP) — Chris Buescher has tested positive for COVID-19 and will miss the inaugural NASCAR Cup race Sunday in the St. Louis area. RFK…
Continue ReadingKid Line helping Rangers get first series lead this playoffs
By VIN A. CHERWOO AP Sports Writer The New York Rangers’ third line has been making valuable contributions all season, and the trio’s success in…
Continue ReadingGeorge Kittle, many of NFL’s top tight ends set to gather
By ROB MAADDI AP Pro Football Writer George Kittle and many of the NFL’s tight ends will gather in a few weeks for the second Tight End University…
Continue ReadingManoah sharp as Blue Jays beat White Sox, win 8th straight
By IAN HARRISON Assoiated Press TORONTO (AP) — Alek Manoah pitched into the eighth inning, Teoscar Hernández homered and the Toronto Blue Jays…
Continue ReadingKluber excels again at Globe Life Field as Rays beat Rangers
ARLINGTON, Texas (AP) — Corey Kluber excelled again at Globe Life Field, pitching six solid innings as the Tampa Bay Rays beat the Texas Rangers…
Continue ReadingCousins in studying-for-a-quiz mode with new Vikings offense
By DAVE CAMPBELL AP Pro Football Writer MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — The Minnesota Vikings kept much of their roster core intact this season. There’s…
Continue ReadingTop O’s pitching prospect Rodriguez has strained lat muscle
By NOAH TRISTER AP Baseball Writer BALTIMORE (AP) — Baltimore Orioles general manager Mike Elias says top pitching prospect Grayson Rodriguez has a…
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