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Seahawks on brink of playoffs after 21-7 win over Vikings
Seahawks on brink of playoffs after 21-7 win over Vikings
Bobby Wagner blocked Dan Bailey's field goal attempt midway through the fourth quarter, sparking the Seahawks to two late touchdowns and a 21-7 win over the Minnesota Vikings.Bobby Wagner blocked Dan Bailey's field goal attempt midway through the fourth quarter, sparking the Seahawks to two late touchdowns and a 21-7 win over the Minnesota Vikings.AP All-America team: Tide leads with 4 of 10 CFP players
AP All-America team: Tide leads with 4 of 10 CFP players
Playoff semifinalists place 10 players on The Associated Press All-America first team, including four from No. 1 Alabama.Playoff semifinalists place 10 players on The Associated Press All-America first team, including four from No. 1 Alabama.Wade, James embrace final chance to compete on court
Wade, James embrace final chance to compete on court
Dwyane Wade and LeBron James look forward to maintaining their friendship after Wade retires from the NBA.Dwyane Wade and LeBron James look forward to maintaining their friendship after Wade retires from the NBA.LeBron's Lakers edge Wade's Heat in final meeting, 108-105
LeBron's Lakers edge Wade's Heat in final meeting, 108-105
LeBron James scored 28 points and the Lakers survived Dwyane Wade's 15-point performance in the second half of the superstars' probable final on-court meeting for a 108-105 victory over the Miami Heat.LeBron James scored 28 points and the Lakers survived Dwyane Wade's 15-point performance in the second half of the superstars' probable final on-court meeting for a 108-105 victory over the Miami Heat.King of clubs? Teams start to show cards at winter meetings
King of clubs? Teams start to show cards at winter meetings
Major League Baseball winter meetings began in earnest along the Las Vegas Strip.Major League Baseball winter meetings began in earnest along the Las Vegas Strip.Raiders fire GM Reggie McKenzie
Raiders fire GM Reggie McKenzie
A person familiar with the move says the Oakland Raiders have fired general manager Reggie McKenzie less than two years after he was named the NFL's executive of the year.A person familiar with the move says the Oakland Raiders have fired general manager Reggie McKenzie less than two years after he was named the NFL's executive of the year.Kick returns down 20 percent in 1st year of fair catch rule
Kick returns down 20 percent in 1st year of fair catch rule
Kick returns down 20 percent in first year of NCAA rule rewarding teams for taking fair catch between goal line and 25.Kick returns down 20 percent in first year of NCAA rule rewarding teams for taking fair catch between goal line and 25.Report: USOC and others delayed in response to Nassar
Report: USOC and others delayed in response to Nassar
USOC fires chief of sport performance Alan Ashley because of his silence in Larry Nassar sex-abuse case.USOC fires chief of sport performance Alan Ashley because of his silence in Larry Nassar sex-abuse case.Kansas back to No. 1 in Associated Press men's hoops poll
Kansas back to No. 1 in Associated Press men's hoops poll
Preseason No. 1 Kansas is again the top-ranked team in the AP Top 25 following Gonzaga's loss to Tennessee.Preseason No. 1 Kansas is again the top-ranked team in the AP Top 25 following Gonzaga's loss to Tennessee.Eovaldi wanted to remain in Red Sox rotation, not relieve
Eovaldi wanted to remain in Red Sox rotation, not relieve
Nathan Eovaldi agreed to $68 million, four-year contract with Boston Red Sox because he would have a job in starting rotation rather than as reliever.Nathan Eovaldi agreed to $68 million, four-year contract with Boston Red Sox because he would have a job in starting rotation rather than as reliever.
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King of clubs? Teams start to show cards at winter meetings
King of clubs? Teams start to show cards at winter meetings
Major League Baseball winter meetings began in earnest along the Las Vegas Strip.Major League Baseball winter meetings began in earnest along the Las Vegas Strip.Eovaldi wanted to remain in Red Sox rotation, not relieve
Eovaldi wanted to remain in Red Sox rotation, not relieve
Nathan Eovaldi agreed to $68 million, four-year contract with Boston Red Sox because he would have a job in starting rotation rather than as reliever.Nathan Eovaldi agreed to $68 million, four-year contract with Boston Red Sox because he would have a job in starting rotation rather than as reliever.The Latest: Rangers claim INF Asuaje off waivers
The Latest: Rangers claim INF Asuaje off waivers
The Latest on Major League Baseball's winter meetings.The Latest on Major League Baseball's winter meetings.AP Source: Royals, Hamilton agree to $5.25M contract
AP Source: Royals, Hamilton agree to $5.25M contract
AP Source: Royals, Billy Hamilton agree to $5.25M contract.AP Source: Royals, Billy Hamilton agree to $5.25M contract.Kapler intends to be publicly critical of Phillies players
Kapler intends to be publicly critical of Phillies players
Phillies manager Gabe Kapler intends to be publicly critical of his players more in his second season following his team's late fade.Phillies manager Gabe Kapler intends to be publicly critical of his players more in his second season following his team's late fade.Atlanta celebrates a title, but revelry won't last long
Atlanta celebrates a title, but revelry won't last long
Thousands of fans lined the streets of downtown Atlanta to celebrate the city's first sports championship since 1995.Thousands of fans lined the streets of downtown Atlanta to celebrate the city's first sports championship since 1995.Sunday night baseball games an hour earlier in 2019
Sunday night baseball games an hour earlier in 2019
APNewsBreak: Baseball players may get a little more sleep when traveling after Sunday night games next year, with the ESPN start time moved up by an hour to shortly after 7 p.m. EDT.APNewsBreak: Baseball players may get a little more sleep when traveling after Sunday night games next year, with the ESPN start time moved up by an hour to shortly after 7 p.m. EDT.Saved! Baines surprise pick for Hall, Lee Smith also chosen
Saved! Baines surprise pick for Hall, Lee Smith also chosen
Longtime closer Lee Smith and smooth-swinging Harold Baines have been elected to the baseball Hall of Fame.Longtime closer Lee Smith and smooth-swinging Harold Baines have been elected to the baseball Hall of Fame.Oklahoma QB Kyler Murray apologizes for anti-gay tweets
Oklahoma QB Kyler Murray apologizes for anti-gay tweets
Oklahoma QB Kyler Murray apologizes for anti-gay tweets posted when he was 14 and 15.Oklahoma QB Kyler Murray apologizes for anti-gay tweets posted when he was 14 and 15.Seton Hall overcomes half-court shot to stun No. 9 Kentucky
Seton Hall overcomes half-court shot to stun No. 9 Kentucky
Myles Cale hits key 3-pointer as Seton Hall beats No. 9 Kentucky 84-83 in OT.Myles Cale hits key 3-pointer as Seton Hall beats No. 9 Kentucky 84-83 in OT.
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Wade, James embrace final chance to compete on court
Wade, James embrace final chance to compete on court
Dwyane Wade and LeBron James look forward to maintaining their friendship after Wade retires from the NBA.Dwyane Wade and LeBron James look forward to maintaining their friendship after Wade retires from the NBA.LeBron's Lakers edge Wade's Heat in final meeting, 108-105
LeBron's Lakers edge Wade's Heat in final meeting, 108-105
LeBron James scored 28 points and the Lakers survived Dwyane Wade's 15-point performance in the second half of the superstars' probable final on-court meeting for a 108-105 victory over the Miami Heat.LeBron James scored 28 points and the Lakers survived Dwyane Wade's 15-point performance in the second half of the superstars' probable final on-court meeting for a 108-105 victory over the Miami Heat.Kansas back to No. 1 in Associated Press men's hoops poll
Kansas back to No. 1 in Associated Press men's hoops poll
Preseason No. 1 Kansas is again the top-ranked team in the AP Top 25 following Gonzaga's loss to Tennessee.Preseason No. 1 Kansas is again the top-ranked team in the AP Top 25 following Gonzaga's loss to Tennessee.Harris scores 33, Clippers outlast Suns 123-119 in overtime
Harris scores 33, Clippers outlast Suns 123-119 in overtime
Tobias Harris scored 33 points and Patrick Beverley made two free throws with 33.3 seconds left in overtime to lead the Los Angeles Clippers to a 123-119 victory over the Phoenix Suns on Monday night.Tobias Harris scored 33 points and Patrick Beverley made two free throws with 33.3 seconds left in overtime to lead the Los Angeles Clippers to a 123-119 victory over the Phoenix Suns on Monday night.Michigan State enters AP women's poll after beating Oregon
Michigan State enters AP women's poll after beating Oregon
A win over Oregon vaulted Michigan State into the Top 25.A win over Oregon vaulted Michigan State into the Top 25.Warriors named Sports Illustrated's Sportsperson of Year
Warriors named Sports Illustrated's Sportsperson of Year
The three-time NBA champion Golden State Warriors are the fourth team that has been honored as Sports Illustrated's Sportsperson of the Year.The three-time NBA champion Golden State Warriors are the fourth team that has been honored as Sports Illustrated's Sportsperson of the Year.Schofield's 3 lifts No. 7 Tennessee over No. 1 Gonzaga 76-73
Schofield's 3 lifts No. 7 Tennessee over No. 1 Gonzaga 76-73
Admiral Schofield hit a 3-pointer with 24 seconds left and scored 25 of his 30 points in the second half, helping No. 7 Tennessee knock off top-ranked Gonzaga 76-73 in the Colangelo Classic.Admiral Schofield hit a 3-pointer with 24 seconds left and scored 25 of his 30 points in the second half, helping No. 7 Tennessee knock off top-ranked Gonzaga 76-73 in the Colangelo Classic.No. 6 Nevada keeps rolling with win over Arizona State
No. 6 Nevada keeps rolling with win over Arizona State
No. 6 Nevada passed its first big test of the season by rallying in the second half to beat No. 20 Arizona State in Los Angeles.No. 6 Nevada passed its first big test of the season by rallying in the second half to beat No. 20 Arizona State in Los Angeles.Holiday scores 37 points, Pelicans beat slumping Pistons
Holiday scores 37 points, Pelicans beat slumping Pistons
Jrue Holiday scored 37 points and Julius Randle added 28 to help the New Orleans Pelicans beat the Detroit Pistons 116-108.Jrue Holiday scored 37 points and Julius Randle added 28 to help the New Orleans Pelicans beat the Detroit Pistons 116-108.Anthony Davis leaves with hip injury, returns in 3rd quarter
Anthony Davis leaves with hip injury, returns in 3rd quarter
All-Star center Anthony Davis was pulled from the New Orleans Pelicans' game against the Detroit Pistons with a right hip injury.All-Star center Anthony Davis was pulled from the New Orleans Pelicans' game against the Detroit Pistons with a right hip injury.
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Warriors named Sports Illustrated's Sportsperson of Year
Warriors named Sports Illustrated's Sportsperson of Year
The three-time NBA champion Golden State Warriors are the fourth team that has been honored as Sports Illustrated's Sportsperson of the Year.The three-time NBA champion Golden State Warriors are the fourth team that has been honored as Sports Illustrated's Sportsperson of the Year.Koskinen, McDavid help Oilers beat Flames 1-0
Koskinen, McDavid help Oilers beat Flames 1-0
Mikko Koskinen made 24 saves in his third shutout of the season and Connor McDavid scored the only goal as the Edmonton Oilers defeated the Calgary Flames 1-0 on Sunday.Mikko Koskinen made 24 saves in his third shutout of the season and Connor McDavid scored the only goal as the Edmonton Oilers defeated the Calgary Flames 1-0 on Sunday.Canucks see rivals, partners in new Seattle NHL franchise
Canucks see rivals, partners in new Seattle NHL franchise
Vancouver GM Jim Benning can envision a few years from now when fans of Seattle's new NHL franchise are making the trek north on I-5 and into downtown Vancouver to watch their team play the Canucks.Vancouver GM Jim Benning can envision a few years from now when fans of Seattle's new NHL franchise are making the trek north on I-5 and into downtown Vancouver to watch their team play the Canucks.NHL adds Seattle as league's 32nd team, play begins in 2021
NHL adds Seattle as league's 32nd team, play begins in 2021
(AP Photo/Mark Lennihan, File). FILE - In this Oct. 2, 2018, file photo, Seattle Hockey Partners David Bonderman, left, and Seattle Mayor Jenny Durkan talk to the media as they leave a meeting at National Hockey League headquarters, in New York. The NH...
The NHL Board of Governors will vote on expansion to Seattle and is expected to approve the team beginning play in the 2021-22 season.The NHL Board of Governors will vote on expansion to Seattle and is expected to approve the team beginning play in the 2021-22 season.Seattle moves into next phase after NHL expansion approval
Seattle moves into next phase after NHL expansion approval
(AP Photo/Stephen B. Morton). NHL commissioner Gary Bettman, center left, holds a jersey after the NHL Board of Governors announced Seattle as the league's 32nd franchise, Tuesday, Dec. 4, 2018, in Sea Island Ga.. Joining Bettman, from left to right, i...
Seattle hockey plan can get rolling with expansion franchise set for 2021.Seattle hockey plan can get rolling with expansion franchise set for 2021.The Latest: Seattle fans cheer NHL announcement, wait begins
The Latest: Seattle fans cheer NHL announcement, wait begins
(AP Photo/Mark Lennihan, File). FILE - In this Oct. 2, 2018, file photo, Seattle Hockey Partners David Bonderman, left, and Seattle Mayor Jenny Durkan talk to the media as they leave a meeting at National Hockey League headquarters, in New York. The NH...
Latest on Seattle bid to add NHL franchise.Latest on Seattle bid to add NHL franchise.Wade crashes into a fan -- Panthers star Aleksander Barkov
Wade crashes into a fan -- Panthers star Aleksander Barkov
(AP Photo/Gaston De Cardenas). Utah Jazz guard Donovan Mitchell(45) reacts as Miami Heat's Dwyane Wade (3) drives past during the second half of an NBA basketball game, Sunday, Dec 2, 2018, in Miami.
No foul, no penalty: Dwyane Wade crashes into crowd at Heat game, hits Panthers star Aleksander Barkov.No foul, no penalty: Dwyane Wade crashes into crowd at Heat game, hits Panthers star Aleksander Barkov.Fans abuzz after NHL awards its 32nd franchise to Seattle
Fans abuzz after NHL awards its 32nd franchise to Seattle
(AP Photo/Elaine Thompson). Max Rubin cheers and holds a sign in favor of the team name "Kraken" following the announcement of a new NHL hockey team in Seattle, at a celebratory party Tuesday, Dec. 4, 2018, in Seattle.
Fans at a downtown Seattle bar erupted with cheers following the announcement that the city was being awarded the 32nd NHL franchise.Fans at a downtown Seattle bar erupted with cheers following the announcement that the city was being awarded the 32nd NHL franchise.NHL deals with uncertain situations on eve of Seattle vote
NHL deals with uncertain situations on eve of Seattle vote
The NHL is dealing with some uncertain situations as it prepares to finalize expansion to Seattle.The NHL is dealing with some uncertain situations as it prepares to finalize expansion to Seattle.NHL Board of Governors to vote on Seattle expansion
NHL Board of Governors to vote on Seattle expansion
(AP Photo/Seth Wenig, File). FILE - In this Oct. 29, 2018, file photo, National Hockey League commissioner Gary Bettman speaks during a news conference in New York. The NHL Board of Governors is expected to vote to approve Seattle expansion at their tw...
NHL Board of Governors to vote on Seattle expansion with approval expected on league's 32nd franchise.NHL Board of Governors to vote on Seattle expansion with approval expected on league's 32nd franchise.
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Woman who accused man of rape outraged he got no jail time
Woman who accused man of rape outraged he got no jail time
A Texas judge has accepted a plea deal allowing a former Baylor University fraternity president accused of rape to avoid serving jail time.A Texas judge has accepted a plea deal allowing a former Baylor University fraternity president accused of rape to avoid serving jail time.Seahawks on brink of playoffs after 21-7 win over Vikings
Seahawks on brink of playoffs after 21-7 win over Vikings
Bobby Wagner blocked Dan Bailey's field goal attempt midway through the fourth quarter, sparking the Seahawks to two late touchdowns and a 21-7 win over the Minnesota Vikings.Bobby Wagner blocked Dan Bailey's field goal attempt midway through the fourth quarter, sparking the Seahawks to two late touchdowns and a 21-7 win over the Minnesota Vikings.Imagine Dragons to perform during halftime of CFP champ game
Imagine Dragons to perform during halftime of CFP champ game
Grammy Award winners Imagine Dragons will perform at halftime of College Football Playoff championship game on Jan. 7.Grammy Award winners Imagine Dragons will perform at halftime of College Football Playoff championship game on Jan. 7.AP All-America team: Tide leads with 4 of 10 CFP players
AP All-America team: Tide leads with 4 of 10 CFP players
Playoff semifinalists place 10 players on The Associated Press All-America first team, including four from No. 1 Alabama.Playoff semifinalists place 10 players on The Associated Press All-America first team, including four from No. 1 Alabama.Raiders fire GM Reggie McKenzie
Raiders fire GM Reggie McKenzie
A person familiar with the move says the Oakland Raiders have fired general manager Reggie McKenzie less than two years after he was named the NFL's executive of the year.A person familiar with the move says the Oakland Raiders have fired general manager Reggie McKenzie less than two years after he was named the NFL's executive of the year.Kick returns down 20 percent in 1st year of fair catch rule
Kick returns down 20 percent in 1st year of fair catch rule
Kick returns down 20 percent in first year of NCAA rule rewarding teams for taking fair catch between goal line and 25.Kick returns down 20 percent in first year of NCAA rule rewarding teams for taking fair catch between goal line and 25.Patriots 'on to Pittsburgh' after stunning loss to Dolphins
Patriots 'on to Pittsburgh' after stunning loss to Dolphins
'On to Pittsburgh,' Patriots say they've put stunning, last-second loss to Miami behind them.'On to Pittsburgh,' Patriots say they've put stunning, last-second loss to Miami behind them.Indiana teen charged with killing pregnant schoolmate
Indiana teen charged with killing pregnant schoolmate
Authorities say a 16-year-old boy is suspected in the death of a 17-year-old pregnant schoolmate whose body was found near her northern Indiana home in a restaurant's dumpster.Authorities say a 16-year-old boy is suspected in the death of a 17-year-old pregnant schoolmate whose body was found near her northern Indiana home in a restaurant's dumpster.Kansas State hires NDSU's Klieman to lead football program
Kansas State hires NDSU's Klieman to lead football program
Kansas State hired Chris Klieman of North Dakota State to lead its football program Monday night, passing the reins from retired Hall of Fame coach Bill Snyder to someone with three Football Championship...Kansas State hired Chris Klieman of North Dakota State to lead its football program Monday night, passing the reins from retired Hall of Fame coach Bill Snyder to someone with three Football Championship Subdivision titles but little Big 12 experience.The Latest: Teen charged with killing pregnant schoolmate
The Latest: Teen charged with killing pregnant schoolmate
Northern Indiana authorities have accused a 16-year-old football player of fatally stabbing a 17-year-old girl during a fight about her pregnancy, tightly tying a plastic bag over her and dumping her body.Northern Indiana authorities have accused a 16-year-old football player of fatally stabbing a 17-year-old girl during a fight about her pregnancy, tightly tying a plastic bag over her and dumping her body.
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Atlanta celebrates a title, but revelry won't last long
Atlanta celebrates a title, but revelry won't last long
Thousands of fans lined the streets of downtown Atlanta to celebrate the city's first sports championship since 1995.Thousands of fans lined the streets of downtown Atlanta to celebrate the city's first sports championship since 1995.Real Madrid far behind top European clubs in women's soccer
Real Madrid far behind top European clubs in women's soccer
Real Madrid remains far behind other European teams when it comes to women's soccer.Real Madrid remains far behind other European teams when it comes to women's soccer.English announcer Champion to become lead MLS voice for ESPN
English announcer Champion to become lead MLS voice for ESPN
Jon Champion leaving England to become ESPN's lead announcer for Major League Soccer.Jon Champion leaving England to become ESPN's lead announcer for Major League Soccer.Champions League: Crunch time for PSG, Napoli and Liverpool
Champions League: Crunch time for PSG, Napoli and Liverpool
The Anfield roar will be thunderous when Liverpool hosts Napoli, and the crowd will likely be just as loud in Belgrade when Red Star takes on Paris Saint-Germain.The Anfield roar will be thunderous when Liverpool hosts Napoli, and the crowd will likely be just as loud in Belgrade when Red Star takes on Paris Saint-Germain.Sarri uses Napoli formula to ignite Chelsea's title bid
Sarri uses Napoli formula to ignite Chelsea's title bid
A midseason tactical switch sparked Chelsea's surge to the Premier League title two years ago under Antonio Conte, and his successor could have landed on a formula of his own.A midseason tactical switch sparked Chelsea's surge to the Premier League title two years ago under Antonio Conte, and his successor could have landed on a formula of his own.Copa Libertadores saga ends as River Plate wins in Madrid
Copa Libertadores saga ends as River Plate wins in Madrid
Fans and players from fierce Argentine rivals River Plate and Boca Juniors are getting ready for the Copa Libertadores final later Sunday.Fans and players from fierce Argentine rivals River Plate and Boca Juniors are getting ready for the Copa Libertadores final later Sunday.Ibrahimovic to stay with LA Galaxy, AC Milan's Leonardo says
Ibrahimovic to stay with LA Galaxy, AC Milan's Leonardo says
Zlatan Ibrahimovic will remain at the Los Angeles Galaxy after the MLS club agreed with his requests, according to AC Milan sporting director Leonardo.Zlatan Ibrahimovic will remain at the Los Angeles Galaxy after the MLS club agreed with his requests, according to AC Milan sporting director Leonardo.Man City's Raheem Sterling says media coverage fuels racism
Man City's Raheem Sterling says media coverage fuels racism
Manchester City winger Raheem Sterling has accused newspapers of helping to "fuel racism" over their portrayal of black footballers.Manchester City winger Raheem Sterling has accused newspapers of helping to "fuel racism" over their portrayal of black footballers.United captures MLS Cup for Atlanta's 1st title since '95
United captures MLS Cup for Atlanta's 1st title since '95
Finally, Atlanta has another team it can call champion as United beats Portland Timbers 2-0 in MLS Cup final.Finally, Atlanta has another team it can call champion as United beats Portland Timbers 2-0 in MLS Cup final.Wolves beat 10-man Newcastle with late goal
Wolves beat 10-man Newcastle with late goal
Newcastle held on with 10 men for most of the second half before conceding in injury time to give Wolverhampton Wanderers a 2-1 win in the Premier League.Newcastle held on with 10 men for most of the second half before conceding in injury time to give Wolverhampton Wanderers a 2-1 win in the Premier League.
