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Shohei Ohtani likely to win his third MVP award and Aaron Judge his second
NEW YORK (AP) — Shohei Ohtani is expected to win his third Most Valuable Player Award and first in the National League, and Aaron Judge is likely to earn his second AL honor when the Baseball Writers' Association announces its balloting Thursday. Ohtani was unanimously voted the AL...
Australia beats the United States at the Davis Cup to reach the semifinals
MALAGA, Spain (AP) — Australia reached the Davis Cup semifinals for the third consecutive year, eliminating the United States 2-1 when Matt Ebden and Jordan Thompson beat the surprise, last-minute pairing of Ben Shelton and Tommy Paul 6-4, 6-4 in the deciding doubles match on Thursday. ...
Spain and tennis having to cope with the retirement of the great Nadal
MALAGA, Spain (AP) — As Rafael Nadal prepared to serve in what turned out to be the last tennis match of his career, a woman's voice broke the silence from the stands: “You make Spain proud!” Not long after that, Nadal was wiping away tears from his face and waving goodbye to...
World swim body eases rules on approved Russians competing in relays and some team events
LAUSANNE, Switzerland (AP) — The World Aquatics governing body of swimming has eased rules that now allow approved athletes from Russia and Belarus to compete in team events at international meetings. World Aquatics confirmed Thursday that its ruling bureau has updated competition...
Pep Guardiola signs a 2-year contract extension at Manchester City
MANCHESTER, England (AP) — Pep Guardiola has signed a two-year contract extension to stay at Manchester City, the club announced Thursday. The City manager's contract was due to expire at the end of this season, but Guardiola ended speculation about his future by agreeing to a deal...
Simone Biles to join Snoop Dogg as a guest mentor for an episode on NBC's 'The Voice'
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Snoop Dogg and Simone Biles turned their Olympic bond from this summer’s Paris Games into a new challenge: The superstar tandem will team up on NBC’s “The Voice.” Biles will join Snoop for an episode on the reality competition television series, airing...
Drama surrounds final 3 races of F1 season as drivers voice displeasure with recent FIA decisions
LAS VEGAS (AP) — There are three races remaining in the Formula 1 season and Max Verstappen of Red Bull is close to a fourth consecutive world championship, which can wrap up Saturday night at the Las Vegas Grand Prix. All is not smooth sailing headed into this final month of...
Mavs star Luka Doncic has a right wrist sprain and will be re-evaluated in a week
DALLAS (AP) — Luka Doncic has a right wrist sprain that will sideline the Dallas Mavericks star on a three-game road trip starting Friday night in Denver. The Mavericks said Thursday their five-time All-Star will be re-evaluated in a week. The defending Western Conference champions...
Teresa Weatherspoon isn't dwelling on surprising firing by Chicago Sky
Teresa Weatherspoon is focused on her future and not dwelling on the past. It's been nearly two months since the Chicago Sky fired her as coach after just one season with the franchise. “I’m excited,” Weatherspoon said on a conference call for her new team in the...
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No. 25 Washington State facing Oregon State for de facto Pac-12 regular-season title
In an unquestionably strange season for the Pac-12, Oregon State and No. 25 Washington State will meet this weekend for what is essentially the league's regular-season title. It's the new reality for the once-proud Conference of Champions, which was whittled down to just two teams...
Penn State wins trademark case over retailer's use of vintage logos, images
PHILADELPHIA (AP) — Penn State has won a closely watched trademark fight over an online retailer's use of its vintage sports logos and images. A Pennsylvania jury awarded Penn State $28,000 in damages on Wednesday over products made and sold by Vintage Brand and Sportswear Inc.,...
Michigan State eyes snapping 3-game losing streak vs. Purdue
Purdue (1-9, 0-7 Big Ten) at Michigan State (4-6, 2-5), Friday, 8:05 p.m. ET (Fox) BetMGM College Football Odds: Michigan State by 13 1/2. Series record: Michigan State leads 36-29-3. WHAT’S AT STAKE The Spartans must win their final two...
Pep Guardiola signs a two-year contract extension with Manchester City
MANCHESTER, England (AP) — Pep Guardiola signs a two-year contract extension with Manchester City.
Pep Guardiola signs a 2-year contract extension at Manchester City
MANCHESTER, England (AP) — Pep Guardiola has signed a two-year contract extension to stay at Manchester City, the club announced Thursday. The City manager's contract was due to expire at the end of this season, but Guardiola ended speculation about his future by agreeing to a deal...
No. 23 UNLV looks to keep conference title hopes alive with a win at San Jose State
SAN JOSE, Calif. (AP) — Coach Barry Odom's UNLV squad keeps checking off firsts in a breakthrough season for the Rebels. UNLV got into the AP poll for the first time ever in September, made the College Football Playoff rankings for the first time this week and heads into the...
No. 14 BYU travels to face No. 21 Arizona State in game with Big 12, CFP implications
No. 14 BYU (9-1, 6-1 Big 12, No. 14 CFP) at No. 21 Arizona State (8-2, 5-2, No. 21 CFP), Saturday, 3:30 p.m. EST (ESPN) BetMGM College Football Odds: Arizona State by 3. Series History: Arizona State leads 20-8. What’s at stake? It's a...
Bo Nix and Broncos favored to finally beat Raiders in Las Vegas
Denver (6-5) at Las Vegas (2-8) Sunday, 4:05 p.m. EST, CBS. BetMGM NFL Odds: Broncos by 6. Against the spread: Broncos 8-3; Raiders 4-6. Series record: Raiders lead 72-54-2. Last meeting: Broncos beat Raiders 34-18 in Denver...
No. 22 Iowa State needs win against Utah to stay in Big 12 title picture
No. 22 Iowa State (8-2, 5-2 Big 12, No. 22 CFP) at Utah (4-6, 1-6), Saturday, 7:30 p.m. EST (Fox) BetMGM College Football Odds: Iowa State by 7. Series record: Iowa State leads 4-1. WHAT’S AT STAKE? Iowa State still has a path to the Big...
Seahawks wide receiver Jaxon Smith-Njigba becoming key offensive option
SEATTLE (AP) — Over his past two games, Seattle Seahawks wide receiver Jaxon Smith-Njigba has started to emerge as a key offensive option. Smith-Njigba had his first 100-yard game in Week 2 against New England with 12 catches for 117 yards, but he saved his breakout performance for...
