Four ways the 2023 Women’s World Cup is breaking new ground
By Ben Church, CNN (CNN) — There have been a total of eight previous editions of the Women’s World Cup, but this year’s tournament in…
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Bend to host national pickleball tournament; nearly 600 players set to take part in Pacific Northwest Classic
The Pacific Northwest Classic, sponsored by Thump Coffee and hosted by Bend Pickleball Club, begins at 8 a.m. on Wednesday, July 26th and will run…
Continue Reading Giants’ Brandon Crawford put on injured list with left knee inflammation
CINCINNATI (AP) — San Francisco Giants shortstop Brandon Crawford was put on the 10-day injured list Wednesday because of left knee inflammation.…
Continue Reading Brandon Bielak sharp for 5 2/3 innings as Houston Astros beat Colorado Rockies 4-1
By MICHAEL KELLY Associated Press DENVER (AP) — Brandon Bielak pitched one-hit ball into the sixth inning, and the Houston Astros beat the Colorado…
Continue Reading Sanders will miss Pac-12 media day for surgeries to remove clot in right leg, fix toes on left foot
By PAT GRAHAM AP Sports Writer Deion Sanders will miss Pac-12 media day due to a procedure to remove a blood clot from his right leg and another to…
Continue Reading Fatal shooting hours before the Women’s World Cup began in New Zealand appears to be an isolated act
By NICK PERRY and JENNA FRYER Associated Press AUCKLAND, New Zealand (AP) — A gunman opened fire on terrified workers on a construction site in…
Continue Reading Pressure is building at Florida for quicker turnaround under Billy Napier
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — The pressure is building on Billy Napier going into his second year as Florida’s football coach. How his first year…
Continue Reading Ja Morant’s friend arrested over 2022 fight at All-Star’s home
MEMPHIS, Tenn. (AP) — A close friend of Memphis Grizzlies star Ja Morant has been arrested on a misdemeanor warrant over a fight during a pickup…
Continue Reading Big expectations and lots of attention greet Jets as they begin training camp with Aaron Rodgers
By DENNIS WASZAK Jr. AP Pro Football Writer FLORHAM PARK, N.J. (AP) — Aaron Rodgers and the New York Jets reported for training camp Wednesday with…
Continue Reading Diamondbacks’ rotation left short-handed after Davies lands on IL with back injury
ATLANTA (AP) — Arizona Diamondbacks right-hander Zach Davies has been placed on the 15-day injured list with lower back inflammation. Davies, who…
Continue Reading Bills and Raccuia part ways months after top executive finishes stadium negotiations
By JOHN WAWROW AP Sports Writer BUFFALO, N.Y. (AP) — The Buffalo Bills have parted ways with Ron Raccuia a few months after the franchise’s…
Continue Reading Choi, Triolo spark comeback from 4-run deficit, Pirates top Guardians 7-5 to stop 5-game skid
By WES CROSBY Associated Press PITTSBURGH (AP) — Ji Man Choi and Jared Triolo hit two-run singles in a five-run seventh inning helped by an…
Continue Reading Orioles move into AL East lead, beat Dodgers 8-5 behind UrÃas’ 3 RBIs
By RICH DUBROFF Associated Press BALTIMORE (AP) — The Baltimore Orioles moved past the Tampa Bay Rays and into the AL East lead for the first time…
Continue Reading Rangers starting pitcher Gray exits in 5th inning after comebacker off left shin
ARLINGTON, Texas (AP) — Texas starter Jon Gray has exited the Rangers’ game after taking a comebacker off his shin in the fifth inning…
Continue Reading Ogunbowale and McCowan carry Wings to 98-88 win over the Liberty
By DOUG FEINBERG AP Basketball Writer NEW YORK (AP) — Arike Ogunbowale scored 25 points and the Dallas Wings tied the WNBA record for fewest…
Continue Reading San Diego State to remain in Mountain West, receive $6.6M initially withheld after decision to leave
By MARK ANDERSON AP Sports Writer LAS VEGAS (AP) — Mountain West Commissioner Gloria Nevarez has announced that San Diego State will remain in the…
Continue Reading Packers’ profits fall 11.7% after season in which they played one of their home games overseas
By STEVE MEGARGEE AP Sports Writer GREEN BAY, Wis. (AP) — The Green Bay Packers’ profits fell 11.7% over the last fiscal year after a season in…
Continue Reading Misdemeanor simple-assault case for Titans’ Rashad Weaver is now closed
PITTSBURGH (AP) — The misdemeanor simple-assault case against Tennessee Titans linebacker Rashad Weaver has been closed. Weaver was charged in 2021…
Continue Reading Phillies doctors recommend elbow surgery for top prospect Andrew Painter
PHILADELPHIA (AP) — The Philadelphia Phillies medical staff has recommended right-handed pitching prospect Andrew Painter have surgery on his right…
Continue Reading New Jersey Devils sign free agent forward Tomas Nosek to 1-year deal
NEWARK (AP) — The New Jersey Devils have signed free agent forward Tomas Nosek to a one-year, $1 million contract. Devils general manager Tom…
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