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USMNT announces Jamaica friendly for March 25
The U.S. Soccer Federation announced that the U.S. men’s national team will play a friendly against Jamaica in Wiener Neustadt,…
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Alderson: Mets vetting of Callaway ‘shortsighted’
New York Mets president Sandy Alderson says his organization was shortsighted in its hiring process while vetting former manager Mickey…
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‘Pretty unusual’: Why a left tackle such as 49ers’ Trent Williams going on the open market is rare
SANTA CLARA, Calif. — In an offseason full of uncertainty for the San Francisco 49ers, one thing that’s known for…
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NBA Power Rankings: Luka snaps Brooklyn’s streak; Miami stays hot
If the season ended today, the New York Knicks would be hosting a first-round playoff series. Backed by three straight…
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The Saints Are a Perfect Test Case for the NFL’s Salary Cap Gymnastics
The NFL season is over, but one of its most heated rivalries is going another round. For the past decade…
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Predictions for all 31 college basketball conference tournaments
Thirty-one NCAA Division I men’s basketball conferences will crown champions over a nine-day stretch that begins with the Ohio Valley…
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Once More, With Feeling: Will This Be the Year the Angels Stop Wasting Mike Trout?
Every February, a groundhog named Phil is extracted from his Pennsylvania burrow to predict the weather: either six more weeks…
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As Tokyo nears, the plans for USA Basketball continue
Atlanta coach and USA Basketball men’s national team assistant coach Lloyd Pierce had a one-day coronavirus scare a few weeks…
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Suns vs Timberwolves: NBA Basketball Betting Odds & Trends | 2/28/2021
The Minnesota Timberwolves (7-27) are heavy underdogs (+10) as they attempt to end a four-game home losing streak when they…
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Dortmund vs. Gladbach has extra bite as Marco Rose swaps clubs
Borussia Monchengladbach have gone from being the Borussia in the Bundesliga with momentum to the one struggling for confidence. ESPN’s…
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Hornets’ last-minute rally deals Kings ‘painful loss’
SACRAMENTO, Calif. — Charlotte guard Malik Monk converted a three-point play with 1.4 seconds remaining to complete a frantic Hornets…
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Lakers vs Warriors: NBA Basketball Betting Odds & Trends | 2/28/2021
The Golden State Warriors (19-15) will look to Stephen Curry (first in the league scoring 29.9 points per game) when…
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How the Chinese Super League bubble burst
On Sunday, it was revealed that defending Chinese Super League (CSL) champions Jiangsu FC would cease operations — the latest…
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Warriors’ Green exits game with left ankle sprain
Warriors forward Draymond Green was forced from Golden State’s 117-91 loss to the Los Angeles Lakers on Sunday night with…
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Byron prevails at Homestead for 2nd Cup victory
HOMESTEAD, Fla. — After years of seeing a handful of drivers — the same guys, really — dominate NASCAR’s top…
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Islanders blank Penguins 2-0 behind rookie Sorokin
Islanders rookie Ilya Sorokin made 20 saves for his second shutout, and Oliver Wahlstrom and Jean-Gabriel Pageau each scored power-play…
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Chelsea, Man United lack cutting edge that Haaland offers
What began as a much-anticipated clash in the battle for the top four ended up as a 0-0 draw that…
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Giannis’ huge fourth quarter drops Kawhi, PG and Clippers
With 24 seconds left in a one-point game, the Milwaukee Bucks came out of a timeout and passed the ball…
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Cross, pioneering Black sports analyst, dies at 81
PHILADELPHIA — Irv Cross, the former Pro Bowl defensive back who became the first Black man to work full-time as…
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New Orleans mayor makes pitch to Russell Wilson to join Saints
Seattle Seahawks quarterback Russell Wilson has been the front-and-center of trade rumors after he said that he wanted more input…
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Sources: Rockets’ Oladipo turns down 2-year deal
Houston Rockets guard Victor Oladipo recently turned down a two-year, $45.2 million maximum contract extension, the most the franchise could…
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Source: HBCU alum Covington in skills challenge
Portland Trail Blazers forward Robert Covington, the NBA’s lone player from a Historically Black College and University, is expected to…
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Arnold Palmer Invitational Odds: Tyrrell Hatton Seeks Back-To-Back Titles
The PGA Tour makes its way to Bay Hill Club and Lodge just southwest of Orlando this week, with Tyrrell…
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Morikawa wins WGC-Workday by 3, thanks Tiger
BRADENTON, Fla. — PGA champion Collin Morikawa shook off an early mistake and played a steady hand on a Concession…
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Mancini gets ovation, hit in return from cancer
Trey Mancini received a standing ovation and applause from both dugouts Sunday during his first live at-bat after missing the…
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We Can’t Blame Canada For Hockey’s Rough Start
Sara’s on vacation this week, so it’s the perfect chance for Neil and Geoff to talk hockey. We begin with…
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Welcome back: Optimism abounds as MLB’s spring includes fans
Brian Delaney checked his ticket, found his seats and then sat down for a minute in the sunshine. It wasn’t…
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Ex-Texas Tech QB Bowman transfers to Michigan
Michigan’s offense is adding a veteran presence at quarterback in Texas Tech transfer Alan Bowman, who announced his decision to…
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Serbia FA chief questioned over fan mafia links
The questioning was part of a wider investigation into football’s ties to organised crime. Photo By Brendan Moran/Sportsfile via Getty Images…
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Gilbert back in portal after brief time with Gators
Tight end Arik Gilbert is back on the market after announcing he is re-entering the transfer portal on Sunday. Gilbert…
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Stastny scores in 1st minute of OT, Jets beat Canadiens 2-1
Paul Stastny scored in the first minute of overtime to give Winnipeg a 2-1 victory over the Montreal Canadiens on…
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Kings vs Hornets: NBA Basketball Betting Odds & Trends | 2/28/2021
The Sacramento Kings (13-20) are slightly favored (by 1 point) to stop a five-game home losing streak when they host…
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Several golfers wear red Sunday as Tiger tribute
BRADENTON, Fla. — Several players showed up Sunday wearing a red shirt and black pants in honor of Tiger Woods…
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Raptors’ virus issues worsen, game vs. Bulls ppd.
11:49 AM ET Tim BontempsESPN Two days after the Toronto Raptors beat the Houston Rockets with several coaches — including…
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Gordon Hayward Got Paid Like An All-Star. He’s Playing Like One, Too.
During the 2020 offseason, there was no single transaction more roundly criticized than the Charlotte Hornets’ decision to sign Gordon…
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No. 3 Michigan continues to roll with 73-57 win at Indiana
Juwan Howard understands the power of patience. It should serve No. 3 Michigan well this week. Thirty seasons after first…
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Birmingham City Women vs. Manchester City Women – Football Match Report – February 28, 2021 – ESPN
USWNT and Manchester City midfielder Sam Mewis marked her comeback from injury on Sunday with two goals as her side…
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Finnish rally legend ‘Flying Finn’ Mikkola dies
HELSINKI — Hannu Mikkola, the 1983 rally world champion and one of Finland’s rally greats who earned the nickname the…
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The Blue Bloods Of Men’s College Basketball Are Rarely This Bad. (We’re Looking At You, Duke And Kentucky.)
The biannual regular-season showdown between Duke and North Carolina is typically appointment television for men’s college basketball fans. Not so…
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Flanigan scores 23, leads Auburn past No. 25 Tennessee 77-72
The Auburn Tigers, who don’t have a postseason to look forward to, at least gave themselves something to celebrate with…
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Black History Month — 10 essential Afro-Latino sports icons
From Roberto Clemente to Caterine Ibarguen, Afro-Latino athletes spanning various nationalities and disciplines have left lasting marks on the sports…
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Schalke in meltdown as entire sporting staff axed
Schalke‘s problems continued on Sunday as they sacked their first-team leadership to become the first club in Bundesliga history with…
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‘Personable’ Bill Belichick impresses at NFL Women’s Careers in Football Forum
FOXBOROUGH, Mass. — Quick-hit thoughts/notes around the New England Patriots and NFL: 1. Belichick at Forum: Coach Bill Belichick has…
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Getafe vs. Valencia – Football Match Report – February 27, 2021 – ESPN
Valencia defender Gabriel Paulista broke down in tears during a post-match interview on Saturday when it was suggested his side…
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Inside the secret skill that fuels Stephen Curry’s record-breaking career
Editor’s note: This story, on the secret skill that has fueled Stephen Curry’s record-breaking career, was originally posted on Jan.…
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Flames beat Ottawa 6-3 to end Senators’ 3-game win streak
The Calgary Flames used a balanced scoring attack, getting goals from six players in a 6-3 victory over the Ottawa…
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Baylor vs Kansas: NCAA Basketball Betting Odds & Trends | 2/27/2021
The No. 2 Baylor Bears (18-0) are favored (-5) to continue an 18-game win streak when they visit the No.…
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Hellas Verona vs. Juventus – Football Match Report – February 27, 2021 – ESPN
Lacklustre Juventus were held to a 1-1 draw by Hellas Verona in Serie A on Saturday after Cristiano Ronaldo‘s opener…
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Why The Eagles Had To Get Rid Of Wentz — And The Colts Had To Take A Chance On Him
The Carson Wentz soap opera in Philadelphia is finally over. On Thursday, the Eagles shipped Wentz to the Indianapolis Colts…
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Duquesne vs Rhode Island: NCAA Basketball Betting Odds & Trends | 2/27/2021
The Rhode Island Rams (10-13) are slight underdogs (by 1 point) to end a three-game road losing streak when they…
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