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DeRozan: Don't 'vilify' Pop, Hammon for standing

Spurs star DeMar DeRozan said that he had no problem with head coach Gregg Popovich and assistant Becky Hammon choosing to stand during the national anthem prior to Friday's win over the Kings. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/3hZbeBs

Why these games matter for seven underrated NBA title contenders

Which teams are gearing up to crash the NBA Finals? Our experts break down the top choices. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/3fqFUKd

Smart: Refs overturned call to keep Giannis in

Celtics guard Marcus Smart was critical of the officials after Friday's loss, saying they overturned a charging call against Giannis Antetokounmpo because it would have been his sixth foul. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/33rX3Rp

Blazers' Nurkic stars in return despite heavy heart

After scoring 18 points to go with 9 rebounds, 6 blocks and 5 assists in his first game since breaking his leg in 2019, Portland's Jusuf Nurkic revealed his grandmother is hospitalized in a coma because of COVID-19. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/3160mux

Ionescu sent to hospital for X-rays on ankle injury

Sabrina Ionescu was sent to a local hospital to undergo X-rays on an ankle she badly turned in Friday night's game vs. Atlanta. There was no immediate word on the severity of the injury. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/3fgfFWI

Illinois' Dosunmu says he's returning to chase title

Illinois guard Ayo Dosunmu announced Friday that he plans to withdraw his name from the NBA draft to return to the school for his junior season, saying on Twitter than he needs "that national championship." from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/30eLYRw

Isaac 1st in NBA bubble to stand during anthem

Magic big man Jonathan Isaac cited his faith in explaining his decision to stand during the anthem and not wear a Black Lives Matter T-shirt over his jersey before Friday's game against the Nets. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/39Jii1S

Inside the Top Rank bubble with 88-year-old Bob Arum

A day in the life of Top Rank founder and CEO Bob Arum, who has maintained a presence throughout seven weeks of fights in Las Vegas. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/33bn9Yr

Fantasy baseball forecaster for Week 1: Aug. 3-9

Set your lineups for the week ahead in fantasy baseball with our pitcher rankings, hitter ratings and more. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/39GLK8X

UFC Fight Night viewers guide: Edmen Shahbazyan and his hype put to their biggest test yet

Edmen Shahbazyan, 22 and unbeaten, faces his biggest test yet when he takes on veteran middleweight Derek Brunson in the main event of UFC Fight Night on Saturday in Las Vegas. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/30i0SGO

El Paso Strong: How soccer and friendship helped a girls' team heal from a mass shooting

After the El Paso Fusion survived a mass shooting outside a Walmart last August, their coach and a former MLS player stepped in to help them recover -- only to find the girls helped them, too. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/2CW8eqB

Why a Notre Dame-ACC union could happen only in a season of the unexpected

It has taken decades for it to happen, but Notre Dame football is part of a conference. And even if it's for only one season, even if that season never gets played, the Irish's partnership with the ACC will benefit both sides. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/3feOfQT

How MLB mascots are staying busy while alone in empty stadiums

There are no fans to entertain, but MLB mascots are still hanging out in the stands ... alone ... but happy? Maybe? It's hard to tell. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/33e1oHp

'What just happened?' The dazzling Luis Robert could be MLB's next superstar

With blazing speed and awesome power, White Sox rookie Luis Robert already is doing things that boggle the mind. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/2D8HoLV

How to beat the Bucks: Three ways to topple this juggernaut

Here are the rules any contender will have to follow to take down the top-seeded Bucks. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/317YIbV

'March Madness, but for hockey:' The lapsed fan's guide to the 2020 Stanley Cup Playoffs

The NHL returns on Saturday. Get caught up on everything you missed (or forgot), and learn how the league is bringing us live hockey for 12 hours at a time. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/2DomXdu

What Jusuf Nurkic gained from losing a year to injury

A horrific leg injury sidelined the Trail Blazers' center for 16 months, but he believes the time away made him a better player -- and person. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/3jUTPvf

Serena Williams leads WTA's restart in Kentucky

Lexington is not a top-tier event, but it is packed with star power: Serena and Venus Williams, Coco Gauff, Victoria Azarenka and Sloane Stephens all are entered. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/2Ew5tMU

Shutdown gave LPGA rookies time to reflect, reset

As the LPGA season restarts Friday, five rookies share what they learned about themselves and their games during the 166-day coronavirus pandemic shutdown. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/3i64Zfd

LeBron on L.A. showdown: Right where we left off

The Lakers and Clippers' fight for the Western Conference resumed with the NBA's restart Thursday night, and despite being in the league's bubble, "basketball is basketball and competitive spirit is competitive spirit," James said. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/2CVw2ed

Inside the first night of the NBA's bold bubble experiment

From player protests to renewed rivalries, our NBA experts react to the first night of restart action. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/3k4198b

NBA bubble updates: What Zion's return means for Pelicans

Here's everything you need to know about the NBA's return. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/3gd25ok

Gobert keys Jazz: 'Life works in mysterious ways'

Rudy Gobert, whose positive COVID-19 test in March led to the suspension of the NBA season, said he was grateful to be back on the court -- and keying Utah's win against New Orleans -- on Thursday night. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/3156QKg

Updyke, poisoner of Toomer's Corner trees, dies

Harvey Updyke, the Alabama fan who pleaded guilty in 2013 to poisoning the iconic trees at Auburn University's Toomer's Corner, has died, his son told AL.com. Updyke was 71. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/2CV2gWZ

Trout hits paternity list, will be away from Angels

Three-time MVP Mike Trout was placed on the paternity leave list by the Los Angeles Angels on Thursday. Trout and wife, Jessica, are expecting their first child. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/33beIfR

Follow live: LeBron, Lakers resume Los Angeles rivalry with Clips in Orlando

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Follow live: LeBron, Kawhi resume the battle of Los Angeles inside the Orlando bubble

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Jazz, Pels kneel during anthem as NBA returns

All players, coaches and the three referees knelt during the national anthem before the Utah Jazz and New Orleans Pelicans played the NBA's first game since the coronavirus pandemic caused a stoppage. All players wore shirts stating "Black Lives Matter." from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/3ffU9Bk

Sources: MLB reduces doubleheaders to 7 innings

MLB and its players association have agreed to shorten doubleheaders to seven innings starting Aug. 1, sources said. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/2P7M47d

Koepka shoots 62 for first-round lead at FedEx

Brooks Koepka matched his career best with an 8-under 62 to take the first-round lead at the FedEx St. Jude Invitational. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/3graNz6

Review finds racial bias, bullying in Iowa football

The Iowa football program's culture has suffered from racial bias against Black players and bullying by a small number of current and former coaches, according to an investigation report released Thursday. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/2Xbqpzv

Source: Positive test raises Marlins' total to 19

In all, the Marlins have had 17 players and two coaches test positive for coronavirus over the past week, sources confirmed to ESPN. All games for the team have been postponed through Sunday. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/2XcCdRV

Titans GM talks to Beasley, says LB will report

Titans general manager Jon Robinson said Thursday that he has been in contact with Vic Beasley, who understands his absence is unexcused and says he will be reporting to camp "in the near future." from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/336ybhL

Best of Wednesday at NFL training camps: Rookies (and Tom Brady) take the field

A few QBs and rookies worked out and other teams showed off the strangeness of this year's preseason. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/3gcrUVw

Pulisic exclusive: U.S. star ready to help lead Chelsea to FA Cup glory

Christian Pulisic's primed for the FA Cup final this weekend and with it, the chance to win his first trophy in England with Chelsea. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/3gfxW7R

Breaking down Joe Kelly's suspension

The Dodgers reliever's actions against the Astros could cost him 13% of the 60-game season. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/311ArUF

Ex-Mich. student: Schembechler knew of abuse

A former Michigan student says the football program's most famous coach, Bo Schembechler, knew about the sexual misconduct of team doctor Robert Anderson. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/3hU1dp8

Nate Pearson is the best option on the waiver wire

The Blue Jays prospect didn't disappoint in his major league debut, so if he's still available in your league, you better be quick to the waiver wire. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/3f7PFg4

Mahomes takes note of No. 4 rank in top 100

Chiefs QB Patrick Mahomes, the Super Bowl MVP, is taking note of his No. 4 ranking in the NFL's top 100 list, as voted by players. Ravens QB Lamar Jackson was No. 1. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/3hIULB8

AD: Irish with ACC due to 'unusual circumstances'

Notre Dame athletic director Jack Swarbrick said the program's partnership with the ACC for the 2020 football season was the result of "unusual circumstances unrelated to Notre Dame's long-term assessment of independence." from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/2DlDajC

Pulisic declares himself 100% fit for FA Cup final

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Questioning The Iowa Way: Black players speak out on program's racial inequities

Last month, dozens of current and former Iowa football players spoke up about culture problems in the program, primarily centered on the treatment of Black athletes. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/3f4BAjs

Criminal case opens against FIFA boss Infantino

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Normal? There's no such thing for college football anymore

There are many unknowns for the upcoming season. What we do know: Every path back will come with concessions. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/30dIFdu

A dining app, binder thicker than a playbook and Clorox packs: How the Lions got back to work

Despite all the precautions and education, Lions GM Bob Quinn says it's still up to individuals and "mature decision making" for NFL season to work. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/33cqVAS

How Year 2 of LeBron and the Lakers turned into a roller coaster

As they sit atop the West with games about to restart, how did the Lakers arrive at this point in the second year with LeBron? from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/2XaAs7D

LeBron, Zion and everything else we're excited to watch in the NBA restart

Here's everything our experts are excited to watch as the 2019-20 season resumes. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/30VzAoE

MLB's new extra-innings rule is here and -- surprise! -- it's glorious

It took only five games to convince this doubter why starting extra frames with a runner on second base is a change for the better. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/2CUd47P

Ronaldo unveils new Juve kit: the stripes are back!

Cristiano Ronaldo has helped Juventus unveil their new kit for 2020-21 which heralds a grand return for one of the club's most enduring hallmarks. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/313SfhU

How Spurs, Arsenal and Leicester can catch up with Liverpool

Beyond the top four, there are other big clubs hoping to close the gap on the Premier League champions. Can Arsenal, Spurs or Leicester catch up? from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/339xfJi

Sources: MLB adds COVID-19 compliance officers

Major League Baseball is mandating the use of surgical masks instead of cloth masks during travel and requiring teams to add a compliance officer to ensure players and staff follow the league's coronavirus protocol, sources told ESPN's Jeff Passan. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/3jRpOMU

MLB mulling 7-inning doubleheaders, source says

The MLB players' association is surveying members about shortened doubleheaders this year, and a source confirmed to ESPN that Major League Baseball is checking opinions at the owner and general manager levels, with hopes for a decision by Saturday. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/33789L7

What does ACC, Notre Dame decision mean for college football?

The ACC announced an 11-game schedule that features 10 conference games, one nonconference matchup and Notre Dame, so now what? We're here to answer all your questions about the upcoming ACC fall season and what it means for the rest of college football. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/2P3RT5s

Clippers say team is built for bubble's uncertainty

Doc Rivers believes the Clippers' deep roster is built to deal with the uncertainty of the NBA bubble. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/336gXRB

USGA: No fans at U.S. Open in New York, either

The 120th U.S. Open will be played in September without fans at Winged Foot Golf Club in Mamaroneck, New York, the USGA announced Wednesday. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/2P8EMzT

Tua passes Dolphins physical, cleared to practice

Rookie quarterback Tua Tagovailoa passed his physical and was cleared to practice, Dolphins coach Brian Flores said Wednesday. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/2P6Q9IF

Why were the Coyotes so angry that GM John Chayka quit?

Chayka's decision to quit the team came as a shock. The team's scorching public statement thereafter was even more surprising. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/334V0lS

Are the SEC, Big 12 and ACC getting closer to football decisions? Well, it's complicated

The end of July was pegged as a target for making college football scheduling decisions, but don't be surprised if the remaining Power 5 conferences wait longer to announce their plans. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/3hR9fPv

Is it a good idea for Martinez to return at 45? Who wins Davis-Santa Cruz and Whyte-Povetkin?

Our boxing experts debate Sergio Martinez's return to the ring after a six-year hiatus and other big fights scheduled for August. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/336ZNmH

Spit, snot rockets and hand licking in sports: Navigating 'the perfect storm for coronavirus'

Spitting, snot rockets, hand-licking and other unclean habits have long been part of sports. But as we return to play amid the coronavirus pandemic, do they still have a place? from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/334xqpm

How the 2021 NCAA tournament could look with a delayed season ... and how it should look

Without a nonconference season, expanding the men's basketball tournament would be prudent, but any alterations should also keep the long-term picture in mind. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/2CONiSl

Bracketology: Michigan State replaces Virginia on No. 1 line

Tom Izzo's team would benefit from Xavier Tillman's return, but it will carry national title hopes into 2020-21 regardless. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/2FbOMWF

NBA and WNBA players' decade of demanding justice

Actions by pro players against racial inequality didn't start with this year's protests, and won't end there. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/30Wn5t4

2020 NHL postseason: Picks for qualification round, Stanley Cup

The puck drops on the 2020 postseason on Saturday. We gathered our panel of insiders to make their picks on all the series. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/307cDiY

So long, NFL training camp holdouts? Here's why they're likely a thing of the past

The traditional training camp holdout by a player entering the final year of his contract is pretty much over. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/2BIW5oi

'This is a time where we're being heard': How the NBA is fighting for change from inside the bubble

NBA players and coaches have been using their platform to advocate for social justice since arriving at the Disney campus in early July. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/2X4V15s

NBA Continuity Rankings: Which teams hold the edge in the bubble?

Teams are adapting to the bubble. Those who don't have to adjust between the lines could have a distinct advantage. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/39zDBDa

Sources: Seahawks to wait on Adams extension

The Seahawks plan to wait until next year to begin extension talks with safety Jamal Adams amid the uncertainty of how much the NFL's salary cap will drop in upcoming seasons, sources told ESPN. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/2X7QWNV

Fowles now WNBA's all-time leading rebounder

Minnesota center Sylvia Fowles, 34, became the WNBA's all-time leading rebounder Tuesday, when the Lynx faced the Seattle Storm in Bradenton, Florida. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/3jNMldu

Benches clear as Dodgers' Kelly taunts Astros

Benches cleared on Tuesday in Houston following an erratic sixth inning from Joe Kelly that saw the Dodgers' reliever throw a 3-0 fastball behind Alex Bregman and nearly hit Yuli Gurriel and Carlos Correa. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/2P2Pnwa

Sources: Gordon (ankle) could miss 1-2 weeks

Houston forward Eric Gordon could be out up to two weeks after injuring his left ankle in Tuesday night's scrimmage against Boston, sources told ESPN's Adrian Wojnarowski. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/2CVoHLq

Sources: Chargers to give Bosa 5 years, $135M

Joey Bosa has agreed to a five-year, $135 million extension with the Chargers that includes $102 million guaranteed, an NFL record for a defensive player, sources told ESPN. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/3gcfXyU

Sources: Pelicans, Jazz talk united anthem protest

The Pelicans and Jazz are discussing a plan to surround the on-court Black Lives Matter signage and kneel together during the playing of the national anthem for Thursday's NBA restart opener, sources told ESPN. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/3jW9Ktx

Zion's return to court a welcome sight for Pelicans

Pelicans rookie Zion Williamson had a light workload in his return to practice Tuesday following a four-day quarantine. Coach Alvin Gentry said the team will practice again Wednesday and evaluate Williamson's status for Thursday's NBA restart opener. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/3gdAG5y

MLB puts the Marlins on pause: Here's everything we know right now

MLB postponed all Marlins games through the weekend and altered the schedule of four other teams. Just how much could the move impact the rest of the season? from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/305EsbC

Valverde, De Jong and Llorente could be the difference for Spain's giants in UCL

In teams full of stars a decade their seniors, Fede Valverde, Frenkie de Jong and Marcos Llorente could take Spain's giants to Europe's summit. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/3hJQvRL

Fantasy football backup rankings: Kareem Hunt leads the way

We're ranking the most valuable insurance options in fantasy this season, starting with each team's backfield and finishing with a handful of the most interesting names at QB, WR and TE. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/2EmozVD

How two college sports programs, cut due to coronavirus impact, are trying to save each other

Two NCAA programs at Winthrop and East Carolina that were cut because of the financial impact of COVID-19 are working to help each other survive. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/2X2IRKt

Why the Dodgers facing the Astros is still a big deal

No team has a bigger gripe about Houston's sign-stealing ways than L.A. The clubs meet again this week. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/2CXzg0x

How detailed are NFL teams' IDER plans for training camp? What we learned from the Lions'

Every NFL team has to have an Infectious Disease Emergency Response plan for their facilities. Here's what's in one of them. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/330MHrl

New predictions for the East finals, West finals and NBA champions

Which L.A. team should be favored? Which East challengers could the Bucks face? Our experts predict the conference finals and NBA Finals matchups. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/3hKip08

Lowe: My picks for All-NBA, All-Defensive and All-Rookie

Which 15 players deserve All-NBA honors most? Zach Lowe names his teams. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/3f6jbmg

Backyard boxing: How Eddie Hearn is bringing fights home ... literally

Fireworks, light shows and a view over London will form the backdrop to Matchroom promoter Eddie Hearn's return to boxing -- all from a garden in Essex, England. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/2X3fOWZ

Postseason preview: Qualification-round matchups, series picks

Hockey is coming back! Get caught up with position-by-position breakdowns of all the qualification-round series before the puck drops on Saturday. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/2CXxahb

Playoffs at a glance: Game schedule, previews, picks and more

Here's what you need to know about the 2020 postseason. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/2P3rEfG

James Anderson backs Stuart Broad to break England record as he claims 500th Test wicket

Fast-bowling partner in awe of team-mate's enduring ability to get on a roll from Cricket news from ESPN Cricinfo.com https://ift.tt/3g7Y8kI

Ireland name uncapped Curtis Campher, Harry Tector for England ODI series opener

Tector, who has 20 T20I caps, and Curtis are part of the 22-man Irish group staying on-site at Ageas Bowl from Cricket news from ESPN Cricinfo.com https://ift.tt/3hGeKjR

R Ashwin: Disallow the run or give bowler a 'free ball' for non-striker backing up

The Indian spinner wants technology to help spot and penalise batsmen straying outside his crease from Cricket news from ESPN Cricinfo.com https://ift.tt/3f7k4v5

David Warner eyes Stuart Broad rematch after paceman's recall

'The way he's been bowling the last 18 months has been outstanding' from Cricket news from ESPN Cricinfo.com https://ift.tt/30SgDmT

SCG's 'keeper returns for youth homeless sleepout

Phil Emery will join the likes of Mitchell Starc and Alyssa Healy for the Sport Stars Sleepout to raise money for the homeless from Cricket news from ESPN Cricinfo.com https://ift.tt/2CWQNpD

Covid-19 restrictions might make David Warner 'rethink' international future

Players with families might choose to retire, the Australia batsman says, instead of long stints on the road from Cricket news from ESPN Cricinfo.com https://ift.tt/3f1Cey1

Playing games during a pandemic leaves us with an uneasy feeling

After a wonderful opening weekend, baseball got hit with a sobering dose of reality that has us questioning the whole endeavor. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/2BzUP6I

Cancelled England series is not a case of neglect - Shanta Rangaswamy

The situation was out of BCCI's control, says Apex Council member from Cricket news from ESPN Cricinfo.com https://ift.tt/2X3OAj3

Former 49ers player Stubblefield convicted of rape

Former 49ers player Dana Stubblefield was found guilty of rape by a Santa Clara County jury on Monday following a nine-month trial, and five years after the woman reported the 2015 sexual assault to police. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/2OYwpa8

Afghanistan Cricket Board sacks its CEO for 'unsatisfactory performance' and 'misbehaviour'

Lutfullah Stanikzai was let go two years before his contract expires from Cricket news from ESPN Cricinfo.com https://ift.tt/3f6Du34

Manfred says Marlins outbreak can be managed

MLB commissioner Rob Manfred, saying that the Marlins' coronavirus outbreak in which at least 11 players and two coaches tested positive isn't a "nightmare" scenario for the league, remains confident that the health protocols put in place are working. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/3jINLpz

White open to Khabib picking last fight, even GSP

If Khabib Nurmagomedov does in fact wish to retire with a professional record of 30-0, UFC president Dana White "would do anything Khabib wanted to do" for a final fight, including Georges St-Pierre, White told ESPN on Monday. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/39xlE8c

Top California prospect Watson commits to UCLA

Top-25 prospect Peyton Watson committed to UCLA on Monday, giving the Bruins the top-ranked player from the state of California for the first time since 2018. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/2X3rYPH

Wash. QB Smith to continue recovery on PUP list

Washington on Monday placed QB Alex Smith on the physically unable to perform list. By doing so, the team can take time to fully evaluate Smith, who required 17 surgeries after suffering a broken fibula and tibia in his right leg in November 2018. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/3jOjfum

Questioning The Iowa Way: Black players speak out on program's racial inequities

Last month, dozens of current and former Iowa football players spoke up about culture problems in the program, primarily centered around the treatment of Black athletes. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/3f4BAjs

NBA Power Rankings: Best- and worst-case scenarios for all 22 teams

Our experts predict the best and worst possible outcomes for each team ahead of the season restart. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/2BwG8RQ

The very best of the NBA's bubble activities

After three weeks, players seem to have adjusted to bubble life. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/3g61C75

Vegas sports royalty welcomes the Raiders with open arms

The Silver & Black and Sin City seem like an ideal match, as Vegas sports icons past and present are ecstatic about having the Raiders. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/39yP9X2

Jets eliminate headache, set up future by trading Adams

The Jets got a package from the Seahawks that includes first-round picks in 2021 and 2022 for the disgruntled safety. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/2WVnn25

Win the World Series? Maybe! What 2020 could bring for all 30 MLB teams

In the weirdest baseball season of our lifetimes, anything is possible. But a ring wouldn't mean the same thing for every club. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/39wBVKt

Will Yoenis Cespedes be a 'remember me' MVP for the Mets?

With his first homer in more than two years on Opening Day, the oft-injured slugger has a message for MLB: He's back and ready to rake. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/2X2qw09

Future losses causing deep concerns among NBA team owners

A deepening gulf between the have and have-not teams are concerning some around the NBA and could affect the league's short-term future. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/3fbL0Kd

Sources: Utd eye Sancho now UCL spot secure

Jadon Sancho remains Manchester United's top summer target, and the club will now set about agreeing a fee with Borussia Dortmund. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/30LzuQm

Barnwell ranks the NFL's biggest outlier contracts: What's with these massive fullback deals?

Kyle Juszczyk is back atop our annual list of the contracts that most exceed market value. Here's who else made it. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/3jLoATx

NHL return-to-play update: Game schedule, injury news, lingering 'bubble' questions

The NHL resumes play on Saturday! Get caught up on all the ins and outs of the return-to-play format and life in the hub city "bubbles" here. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/304vzig

How NHL games will look and sound during the restart

From (many) more cameras to pumped-in crowd noise, here's what fans watching at home can expect. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/3g7rHmy

Reece Topley wins ODI recall, Sam Billings and David Willey back to face Ireland

Surrey left-armer Reece Topley could play his first ODI in more than four years from Cricket news from ESPN Cricinfo.com https://ift.tt/30KFI2Y

IPL 2020: Indian government nod pending as Emirates Cricket Board waits to 'ink the final deal' with BCCI

"We will work together to ascertain the best practices to support and deliver on a successful edition" from Cricket news from ESPN Cricinfo.com https://ift.tt/303i1nx

TV umpires to call front-foot no-balls in ODI Super League

The ICC had used the technology to monitor overstepping during the Women's T20 World Cup earlier this year from Cricket news from ESPN Cricinfo.com https://ift.tt/2WY8nAD

Cricket comes home as spectators make cautious return to Kia Oval

Fans watch friendly between Surrey and Middlesex as trial event for spectator return from Cricket news from ESPN Cricinfo.com https://ift.tt/30PWUUD

Explainer: Men's ODI World Cup Super League

With a handful of days left for the ODI World Cup Super League, here's all you need to know about it from Cricket news from ESPN Cricinfo.com https://ift.tt/2OXfch8

England v Ireland to kick off World Cup Super League on July 30

Top seven sides apart from hosts India will qualify for the 2023 ODI World Cup from Cricket news from ESPN Cricinfo.com https://ift.tt/3jKdGgA

New CA financial chief Samantha Douglas to start amid grants dispute

She will be a key figure as the board works to resolve the impasse with the states from Cricket news from ESPN Cricinfo.com https://ift.tt/2WWwfEs

Justin Verlander injury latest caution flag for Astros, MLB

With Houston's ace shelved and his season in jeopardy, the complexity of baseball's return became amplified. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/3g4v2T4

What's old is new again: MLB teams bring back classic threads for 2020

The Rangers, Padres and other teams are showing off new unis that echo stylish threads from their past. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/30NKNHU

NFLers who attend 'high-risk' events face no pay

NFL players who contract the coronavirus through "high-risk" activity away from team facilities can face team discipline and may even be at risk of not being paid, according to the league's new protocols. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/32Va8lE

Thompson wins 3M Open, 2nd Tour win in 7 years

Michael Thompson, who entered the week 151st in the FedEx Cup standings, won the 3M Open by two strokes on Sunday. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/3g264nD

Simmons defends West Indies batting in 'toughest' conditions

Head coach wants one of his players "to set themselves targets of getting a big hundred" in bid to save Test from Cricket news from ESPN Cricinfo.com https://ift.tt/2OZFFL2

Man United coach hails team for finish, UCL berth

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Stuart Broad claims six in the day as England tighten grip in decider

Rory Burns scores 90 as England declare before taking two quick wickets before close from Cricket news from ESPN Cricinfo.com https://ift.tt/32SO23n

Sources: Urena one of 4 Marlins to test positive

Starting pitcher Jose Urena was one of four Marlins players to test positive for the coronavirus, sources confirmed to ESPN. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/3g0M4BO

Premier League final day timeline: How UCL, relegation battles played out

Liverpool were already champions, but there was plenty to settle on the final day of the 2019-20 season. Here's how it panned out, as it happened. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/2EnpXrh

Red Sox's Rodriguez awaits heart test results

Red Sox left-hander Eduardo Rodriguez is awaiting test results after doctors discovered a heart issue they believe is a result of the coronavirus. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/2D5H7ZK

Qazi Onik banned for two years for failing dope test

The left-arm quick tested positive for Methamphetamine during an NCL match from Cricket news from ESPN Cricinfo.com https://ift.tt/2OZk0mc

Follow live: Leicester City, Manchester United face off with spot in Champions League on the line

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Clips' Williams will serve 10-day quarantine

The NBA has placed Lou Williams on 10-day quarantine after the LA Clippers guard was investigated by the league for what he did while on an excused absence from the Orlando, Florida, campus. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/2WV89u4

Sources: Giants releasing Rosas after arrest

The Giants are releasing Pro Bowl kicker Aldrick Rosas after his arrest this summer, sources told ESPN. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/30N4Xll

Embiid out of 76ers scrimmage with calf issue

Joel Embiid will sit out the Sixers' scrimmage Sunday with calf tightness. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/2OUAjRv

Cam Newton, Jarrett Stidham to report Monday at Patriots camp

The quarterbacks who spent the offseason on separate coasts are set to arrive at Gillette Stadium as the battle for the starting job looms. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/39uwWKk

Ranking Super Bowl champs' offseasons from 27-1: Why the Chiefs are crushing it

Where does Kansas City's offseason rank among past champs of the salary-cap era? We ranked all 27. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/30P1wKF

Sunday Spotlight: What we're watching for in Braves-Mets, Giants-Dodgers

With the Braves and Mets both likely contenders, whose odds look better, and which players should you watch in Sunday's doubleheader on ESPN? from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/3f0TdAJ

How Mookie Betts fell in love with the Dodgers so quickly

After saying he would test free agency, Betts instead signed to play the rest of his career in L.A. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/300ynND

The 50 best players in the NBA bubble

LeBron, Giannis or Kawhi at No. 1? How high do Luka and Zion finish? Our experts rank the best players in the NBA restart. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/2B2jWie

IPL 2020: 'Will be slightly easier to monitor ACU activity in the UAE,' says Ajit Singh

BCCI's Anti-Corruption Unit head says shifting IPL 2020 away from India won't hamper intelligence gathering from Cricket news from ESPN Cricinfo.com https://ift.tt/3jAGkRr

PCB came under pressure over England tour after positive Covid-19 tests, says CEO

But, he says, the Pakistan board decided to go ahead with the series to do its part for the resumption of cricket from Cricket news from ESPN Cricinfo.com https://ift.tt/39raFx6

Series win still on Kemar Roach's mind amid emotions of getting to 200 wickets

Says going wicketless in the first Test made him "wonder what's going on", but now he's "definitely back" from Cricket news from ESPN Cricinfo.com https://ift.tt/2EmfE6P

Fight Island debate: A title shot for Robert Whittaker? What's next for Khamzat Chimaev?

Our panel breaks down Saturday's biggest stories and the best of what they saw over 15 days on Fight Island. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/2CNiSje

Grading the Jamal Adams trade: Are the Seahawks really Super Bowl contenders?

Can an upgrade at safety put Seattle over the top? The Seahawks are treating Jamal Adams like a superstar. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/2X03Pd0

Whittaker edges Till on points in UFC main event

Robert Whittaker edged Darren Till in a close unanimous decision Saturday night in the main event of UFC Fight Night in Abu Dhabi. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/3f0hMhb

Adams, Seahawks seem like an ideal long-term partnership

The Seahawks' love of utilizing the box safety makes the All-Pro Adams a worthwhile investment. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/3hO9fQn

Stuart Broad inspires England with bat and ball as West Indies come unstuck

Throwback fifty from veteran seamer sets stage for England attack to prosper from Cricket news from ESPN Cricinfo.com https://ift.tt/3jEtema

Sources: Knicks, Thibodeau finalizing 5-year deal

The Knicks and Tom Thibodeau are finalizing a five-year deal to make him the team's new head coach, sources told ESPN's Adrian Wojnarowski. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/2WV89tI

Storm, Liberty honor Breonna Taylor at opener

New York's Layshia Clarendon and Seattle's Breanna Stewart discussed the "Say Her Name" campaign and then asked for 26 seconds of silence in memory of Breonna Taylor prior to the WNBA season opener on Saturday. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/2ZXdW48

Imam-ul-Haq cleared of serious injury as rain blights Pakistan warm-up

Imam was struck on the hand by Naseem Shah on first evening from Cricket news from ESPN Cricinfo.com https://ift.tt/2WVG0TI

Mbappe injury puts PSG's Champions League hopes in jeopardy

PSG will be hoping Kylian Mbappe is not ruled out long term, but his injury is just one cause for concern ahead of their Champions League campaign. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/2P8gma1

New York Liberty's Sabrina Ionescu: Everything you need to know about her WNBA debut

What kind of stats will Sabrina Ionescu average as a WNBA rookie? Will she make triple-doubles more common in the WNBA? from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/3hthQaJ

Poonam Yadav: 'Very difficult to perform instantly' after downtime

Legspinner outlines the challenges posed by the uncertainty surrounding India women's international fixtures from Cricket news from ESPN Cricinfo.com https://ift.tt/32Uoany

Inside the exclusive team dinners that have built the Spurs' dynasty

This is the story of Gregg Popovich's legendary team dinners. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/35KElCL

Can this one super-prospect revive the greatest dynasty in sports?

Will No. 1 recruit Paige Bueckers be the new star to return UConn women's basketball to its dynastic glory? Perhaps. But if it's up to her, she'll do it with a little help from a friend. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/37ecvP1

From the archives: The NBA's secret wine society

In honor of National Wine and Cheese Day, we revisit the inside-the-bottle story of the intense love affair between NBA stars and the gilded grape. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/3hBNqTW

Cricket South Africa unveils plans to tackle racism in the sport

"We are determined to pull out all stops to ensure that healing takes place for those who have been wronged" from Cricket news from ESPN Cricinfo.com https://ift.tt/2OWyF1G

There's 'positive conflict' - Gary Stead on relationship with Kane Williamson

Both the New Zealand captain and coach have had to answer questions about their equation in recent times from Cricket news from ESPN Cricinfo.com https://ift.tt/3jFNcg7

A's get walk-off GS in debut of extra-inning rule

Matt Olson hit a walk-off grand slam in the 10th to give the A's a 7-3 win over the Angels in the first major league game with the new, unpopular extra-inning rule. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/3hFFQYx

West Indies want to host South Africa in September, IPL permitting

Cricket South Africa is committed to letting its players go and participate in the IPL from Cricket news from ESPN Cricinfo.com https://ift.tt/3g0ydLw

BCCI invites applications for Saba Karim's replacement as General Manager - Game Development

The board is yet to advertise for the vacant CEO, CFO and NCA COO positions from Cricket news from ESPN Cricinfo.com https://ift.tt/2CZMf1v

Bieber's 14 K's most ever without run in opener

Shane Bieber's 14 strikeouts were the most in the majors in an opener since Hall of Famer Randy Johnson also fanned 14 in 1996 and the most ever without a run on Opening Day. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/32TrG1u

Cubs' Rizzo gives opponent sanitizer at first base

Chicago Cubs first baseman Anthony Rizzo brought pandemic courtesy to the baseball field on Friday as he offered hand sanitizer to Milwaukee Brewers shortstop Orlando Arcia after a third-inning single on Friday. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/3fZ77Vh

Round of 16 preview: How the clubs match up and who will reach the quarterfinals

Now that the MLS is Back group stage is wrapped up, we look ahead to the clubs who made it through to the round of 16 and how it will shake out. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/3eSN5dG

Chiefs RG, who works as orderly, first to opt out

Chiefs starting right guard Laurent Duvernay-Tardif became the first NFL player to publicly announce that he is opting out of the season. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/2WRBmFW

Ravens' Fluker told police girlfriend punched him

D.J. Fluker, the veteran offensive lineman for the Baltimore Ravens, allegedly was the victim of a domestic assault earlier this month, according to police in Baltimore. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/2BuuAib

QB Smith cleared for full activity after broken leg

Washington quarterback Alex Smith, who suffered a devastating tibia and fibula fracture in 2018, has received clearance from his surgical team to return to full football activity. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/300bZE9

Zion reenters NBA bubble, will begin quarantine

Zion Williamson, who initially left the NBA campus on July 16 to tend to a family medical emergency, will now enter the NBA quarantine period before he can rejoin his Pelicans team. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/2D0zl3k

Sources: Ankle injury may end Mbappe's season

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Vergil Ortiz Jr.'s immense opportunity to show he's boxing's future

For 2019 prospect of the year Vergil Ortiz Jr., boxing is about taking care of business inside the ring. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/2WS8flW

Steve Kim: My experience watching boxing inside 'The Bubble'

Steve Kim takes you inside Top Rank's "Bubble" as the promotion wrapped up its summer series. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/3jFpQrk

IPL 2020: Kings XI Punjab co-owner wants daily covid tests in UAE

Ness Wadia also hoped BCCI would look at compensating franchises if IPL 2020 was played in front of empty stands from Cricket news from ESPN Cricinfo.com https://ift.tt/2D4QRmU

Virat Kohli credits Sachin Tendulkar for turnaround after dismal 2014 England tour

"He made me realise the importance of big stride, a forward press against fast bowlers" from Cricket news from ESPN Cricinfo.com https://ift.tt/3eW74bv

Your complete guide to the most unusual MLB Opening Day ever

Here's what we're most excited to see, what will be so different and a look at every matchup as baseball season hits full swing. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/39mQeRZ

Lowe: LeBron vs. Giannis, Ja vs. Zion and the big awards debates

Zach Lowe makes his picks for MVP, ROY and the other major NBA awards. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/3eWDhiT

Grading the Seattle Kraken name, logo, colors and uniforms

The NHL's newest franchise had its triumphant unveiling on Thursday. Our panel weighs in on all the new digs. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/3hsapR2

Christian Yelich, not Mike Trout, is MLB's best player -- and the numbers show it

What has been baseball's biggest no-brainer isn't so anymore, at least based on the last season-and-a-half. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/2BqfpGz

'I was ready to give up': The NBA hiatus gave Andre Roberson's comeback another chance

Oklahoma City's beloved wing is almost back from a brutal 30-month rehab. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/3hA2jpw

What Champions League qualification would mean to Man United, Chelsea and Leicester

Man United, Chelsea and Leicester are fighting for two UCL spots on Sunday. Mark Ogden analyses the financial and football implications for each. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/3hzwk9k

Live Report - England v West Indies, 3rd Test

All the best stats, graphics and chat from Old Trafford with ESPNcricinfo's live blog from Cricket news from ESPN Cricinfo.com https://ift.tt/3hxlmAU

Veda Krishnamurthy: 'I thought I was bigger than the game'

India batter admits "things have gone wrong for the team" sometimes because of her from Cricket news from ESPN Cricinfo.com https://ift.tt/30KJ2uL

Mohammad Amir cleared to join Pakistan squad in England after two negative Covid-19 results

He is expected to remain in self-isolation for five days straight after landing and will be released after he returns with two more negative tests from Cricket news from ESPN Cricinfo.com https://ift.tt/3jDwUV5

IPL 2020 to start on September 19, final on November 8 or 10

The IPL Governing Council is going to chalk out the final details and approve the schedule from Cricket news from ESPN Cricinfo.com https://ift.tt/2CGCh5e

Fixtures announced as Bob Willis Trophy prepares to get county season underway

Surrey take on Middlesex and Kent visit Essex in first round of one-off county competition from Cricket news from ESPN Cricinfo.com https://ift.tt/3hq7qIW

LeBron: BLM 'a walk of life,' not just movement

After LeBron James played in his first game in an NBA uniform in more than four months, his postgame comments were focused on larger issues, including the social injustice faced by Black Americans and justice for Breonna Taylor. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/3jKwVqy

McCutchen speech drives Yanks-Nats ceremony

Phillies outfielder Andrew McCutchen helped orchestrate a pregame ceremony ahead of MLB's first game of the season Thursday to acknowledge injustice and illustrate that the league can be a force for change. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/2D1ECrk

Hamlin hangs on for fifth Cup victory of season

Denny Hamlin, who failed to finish better than 12th the past three weeks, held off Brad Keselowski to win at Kansas Speedway, his series-high fifth Cup victory of the season. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/3eTnOjG

Recruit dons Boise St. face mask to reveal choice

Most high school recruits wear a hat when they pick a college. R.J. Keene chose to wear a mask. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/3fRkK8S

Shakib Al Hasan: 'I made mistakes; I want everyone to learn from them'

Bangladesh allrounder says he has matured into someone who is calmer and "understands life better" from Cricket news from ESPN Cricinfo.com https://ift.tt/3g91mEJ

Lapchick: NBA plays leading role during coronavirus pandemic and racial reckoning

The NBA continues to set the bar when it comes to racial and gender hiring within male professional sports, according to an annual NBA racial and gender report card. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/2ZUBTcl

Alvarez: Wisconsin to lose $100M if no football

In a letter to fans, Wisconsin athletic director Barry Alvarez wrote that the program faces "a great financial challenge" with the possibility the upcoming football season is canceled. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/3jzYr9Z

MLB's 16-team playoffs: Winners, losers -- and is this a good thing?

Just when you thought this baseball season couldn't get any more wild, MLB is expanding the playoff field from 10 to 16 teams. We break it all down. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/3eWdKGk

Ben Stokes v Jason Holder, round three, with Wisden Trophy on the line

It's one apiece in the clash of the allrounders, as series heads to the wire at Old Trafford from Cricket news from ESPN Cricinfo.com https://ift.tt/39jJLar

2020 NFL training camp: Biggest questions, roster projections for all 32 teams

Pressing questions and full 53-man roster projections for every team. After an unprecedented offseason, the NFL is officially back. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/3jr6x4G

How Till became MMA's king of social media

Darren Till wanted to entertain during the pandemic lockdown, and in the process he established a new identity. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/32NaE5m

College basketball coaches wait for next shoe to drop: 'The feeling is we aren't going to play nonconference'

The Ivy League will not be back on the court until December, at the earliest. Coaches throughout men's college basketball wonder if similar pandemic-influenced decisions are coming for their leagues. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/3fYHSSY

Rahul Dravid: 'Remember, a batsman who averages 50 has failed a lot more than he has succeeded'

What is real success, and is there something such as too much intensity? Rahul Dravid explains from Cricket news from ESPN Cricinfo.com https://ift.tt/3jxS0UZ

Bank on allrounders Ben Stokes (again) and Roston Chase

Picking an in-form Shamarh Brooks could also fetch crucial points from Cricket news from ESPN Cricinfo.com https://ift.tt/2D1tR8i

What if LeBron, Messi, Serena and Aaron Donald faced off in tug of war?

Tug of war was once an Olympic event. It's been 100 years since those glory days. If it were to come back, here are the would-be tuggers we'd want on the rope. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/3jvRyqj

The power of pinstripes: How Gerrit Cole bought into becoming a Yankee

Money wasn't the only thing that convinced a California native to choose baseball in the Bronx. The mystique of one of sports' most historic franchises got it done. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/2Bp6ZiT

The 10 people we're rooting for in the NHL's restart

Of the hundreds of players in the postseason mix, a Stanley Cup win would be sweetest for one of this bunch. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/2CyN7ui

NBA bubble asterisk? The champion '99 Spurs say it shouldn't exist

Critics say the 2019-20 NBA title should come with an asterisk, but many disagree, including the last team to deal with the notion -- the 1999 Spurs. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/30HLORJ

What has to go right for the NBA's most enticing underdog

These five questions will decide the 76ers' fate in the NBA restart. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/2CxpDWt

2020 MLB season preview: Opening Day Power Rankings

After a four-month delay, it's time to play ball. Here's how all 30 teams stack up entering Opening Day. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/2WMGDij

Previously on MLB: A newbie's guide to watching baseball in 2020

With everyone learning as we go, there's never been a more ideal time for a new fan to jump into the sport. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/3eQXoz2

Aubameyang unveils Arsenal's new home kit on roof of Emirates

Arsenal have released their new home kit for the 2020-21 season. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/2OR961P

CSA to resume training camps for women's team

The squad will convene on July 26 for the first of three camps ahead of the England tour from Cricket news from ESPN Cricinfo.com https://ift.tt/2OMM2kL

Justin Mohamed: Cricket Australia needs Indigenous leaders as well as cricketers

Australian cricket's Indigenous leader says the focus can't just be on those who play the game from Cricket news from ESPN Cricinfo.com https://ift.tt/2BoL9Mr

Lockie Ferguson hungry to play Tests after shortened debut

Fast bowler realises breaking into Test XI won't be easy from Cricket news from ESPN Cricinfo.com https://ift.tt/2WQKuuK

Reports: MLB, union talk expanding playoffs to 16

Major League Baseball and the MLB Players Association are discussing expanding the 2020 playoffs from 10 teams to 16, according to multiple reports. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/2OU1RWR

AB demands NFL wrap up probe so he can play

Antonio Brown indicated in an Instagram post Wednesday that he wants to play in the NFL again and urged the league to resolve its investigation into his legal issues. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/3fTjXV3

Group skeptical of Snyder's process for new hires

The Fritz Pollard Alliance, which assists the NFL in enforcing compliance of the Rooney Rule, has questions about the events that resulted in Washington's front-office hires this week. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/3eRMRng

Bol double-doubles in debut, impresses Malone

Nuggets coach Mike Malone said he was "proud" of rookie Bol Bol after the 7-2 "small forward" had 16 points, 10 rebounds and 6 blocks in his NBA debut Wednesday. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/2OTKBRz

Clippers-Magic scrimmage kicks off NBA restart

The Clippers and Magic got the 2019-20 season going again with Wednesday's scrimmage, which Doc Rivers said put the players "back in their natural habitat." from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/39mlLUc

West Bromwich Albion claim Prem spot in dramatic fashion

West Brom will be back in the Premier League after a 2-2 draw at home to QPR on Wednesday. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/3fTrzqm

Bangladesh tour of Sri Lanka could be rescheduled to October

The tour, originally scheduled for July-August, had to be postponed due to the Covid-19 pandemic from Cricket news from ESPN Cricinfo.com https://ift.tt/30HPOSm

Sources: Jays expected to call Pittsburgh home

After a request to play this season in Toronto was denied, the Blue Jays are expected to play a majority of their home games at PNC Park in Pittsburgh this season, sources confirmed to ESPN. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/3eO4uEb

GM survey: Biggest 60-game edge? Will we see All-Stars traded? Execs weigh in

We asked GMs and scouts burning questions as Opening Day approaches. Here's what they told us. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/2CDchYr

What the best of the best in MLB can do in a 60-game season

How high could the highest batting average get, or how low could the lowest ERA be? from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/3jvQx1x

Your guide to the 2020 NFL offseason: Everything you might have missed

Catch up on the past six months of the NFL offseason, including a CBA extension, free-agent signings, QB changes, a team name change and more. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/32KO0L0

Are NHL coaches worried about players breaking the postseason bubbles?

Who's in charge of keeping players from running afoul of protocol as the NHL's postseason tournament gets rolling? We check in with a handful of bench bosses. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/3eQU9Yi

How top MMA gyms are fighting -- and sometimes losing -- the battle against the coronavirus

One of MMA's top coaches says it's 'inevitable' COVID-19 will infect some fighters. Here's the challenge facing combat sports. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/2CF8hqz

Sri Lanka's Sripali Weerakkody retires from international cricket

"I feel this is the right time for me," says the 34-year-old bowling allrounder from Cricket news from ESPN Cricinfo.com https://ift.tt/3judhyY

Rosters, schedules and standings for all 22 teams in the NBA restart

With scrimmages tipping off, here's our breakdown of all 22 NBA rosters, likely playoff seeds and projected rotations. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/3hkSjjS

Warwickshire friendly to be pilot event for safe return of fans

Surrey report high demand for members' tickets for Middlesex match from Cricket news from ESPN Cricinfo.com https://ift.tt/2X17siX

AB de Villiers was in line for T20I return, says Quinton de Kock

South Africa's limited-overs captain says he "would have loved to have AB de Villiers" from Cricket news from ESPN Cricinfo.com https://ift.tt/2CFhfUy

Daryl Harper 'extremely proud' of much-debated Sachin Tendulkar lbw decision

"I considered the action before me and applied the law without fear or favour" from Cricket news from ESPN Cricinfo.com https://ift.tt/2OJ0iLD

Supreme Court to decide on Sourav Ganguly and Jay Shah's future in two weeks

The BCCI president's term is supposed to come to an end on July 27 from Cricket news from ESPN Cricinfo.com https://ift.tt/3hof3zv

Team suspended from European T10 league amid corruption concerns

Organisers considered abandoning match at innings break due to suspicions from Cricket news from ESPN Cricinfo.com https://ift.tt/2CAGR56

Meg Lanning: Equal preparation important if 2021 Women's ODI World Cup goes ahead

The Australia captain acknowledges it could be tough for teams to get enough cricket from Cricket news from ESPN Cricinfo.com https://ift.tt/3jmQl4q

Kane Williamson looks forward to IPL as he eases back into training

New Zealand captain expects organisers to speak to the players once proper plans are in place from Cricket news from ESPN Cricinfo.com https://ift.tt/2E96ydx

Loeffler: WNBA's BLM support could exclude fans

Sen. Kelly Loeffler (R-Ga.), who co-owns the Atlanta Dream franchise, said she fears the WNBA's public support for the Black Lives Matter movement could drive some fans away. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/30ECVIq

Answering the big questions about the Wolves' potential sale

Will the Timberwolves stay in Minneapolis? Who are the front-runners to buy the team? Our insiders share the latest. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/3jA4OKH

Caruso skips sister's wedding, stays with Lakers

Despite the permission of the Lakers, reserve guard Alex Caruso elected to bypass his sister's wedding in Texas to stay with his team in the NBA restart bubble. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/39gXYVu

Jofra Archer reveals racist abuse on social media during isolation

The fast bowler admitted it had been a tough week following his biosecure protocol breach from Cricket news from ESPN Cricinfo.com https://ift.tt/3eNawF5

Giannis: No access to basketball hoop a ruse

Giannis Antetokounmpo admitted after Tuesday's practice that he said he didn't have access to a hoop only to gain an edge on his peers. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/2WIP7GS

Sources: Wilf family emerges as top Wolves suitor

The Wilf family that owns the Minnesota Vikings has emerged as a serious candidate to buy the Minnesota Timberwolves, league sources told ESPN's Adam Schefter. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/3eJjDa0

Meg Lanning returns to Melbourne Stars in Women's Big Bash League

The Australia captain has spent the last three seasons with the Perth Scorchers from Cricket news from ESPN Cricinfo.com https://ift.tt/2OLTkFK

Dom Bess relishes 'learning on the job' after small but vital role in England's victory

Spinner's impact enhanced by burgeoning partnership with the left-armer Sam Curran from Cricket news from ESPN Cricinfo.com https://ift.tt/39iDWK4

Three-time Pro Bowler Bennett says he's retiring

Three-time Pro Bowl selection Michael Bennett, who won a Super Bowl with the Seahawks during an 11-year career, has announced his retirement. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/2ZMEeWz

It's almost time for golf majors season ... So what will the Masters do?

The PGA Championship will go on without fans. The U.S. Open is still trying to figure out its plan. So what about the Masters? Only silence. So here's how it could work. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/39fpxyt

MLB season expert predictions: Division picks, playoff field, World Series winner

Can the Nationals repeat? Or are the Dodgers and Yankees destined to meet in an October super clash? We made our picks for the 2020 MLB season. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/30uyCiU

Dodgers or Yankees? Which superteam is the one to beat in 2020?

The big-market teams on each coast are heavy favorites, but what could prevent them from winning it all? from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/39rAxsR

UFC Fight Island debate -- Will Robert Whittaker-Darren Till winner get title shot?

Does the Robert Whittaker-Darren Till winner leapfrog Jared Cannonier? Is Khamzat Chimaev's turnaround too quick? Our panel weighs in. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/2OGdmkM

Predicting LeBron James' future titles and NBA legacy

The NBA forecast panel answers the big questions about what's next for the Lakers' superstar. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/2E4BNX8

NBA debate: What the Orlando restart will mean for LeBron

Is this James' best shot at another title? Can he still dominate? Our experts debate. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/3jsRl72

Let's predict the NFL MVP: Barnwell on why it will be one of these 260 players

Patrick Mahomes already has one. Deshaun Watson could be next. But what about ... a kicker? Here's why it's plausible. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/2ZMEhBT

The epic inline journey of the 'Men in Blades'

Two UMass Boston hockey players embarked on a journey from Boston to Mason, Michigan, this summer -- on their inline skates. Go inside their 1,000-mile-plus trip here. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/30zys9Y

Moeen Ali named as England vice-captain for Ireland ODIs

England prepare to get white-ball summer up and running with inter-squad warm-up game from Cricket news from ESPN Cricinfo.com https://ift.tt/32En9jn

Ben Stokes becomes top Test allrounder, gets to career-best No. 3 among batsmen

Stuart Broad returns to the top 10 among Test bowlers after picking up six wickets at Old Trafford from Cricket news from ESPN Cricinfo.com https://ift.tt/3hk89vi

Jofra Archer cleared to rejoin England squad after negative Covid test

Fast bowler ends five days of isolation in wake of breach of team protocol from Cricket news from ESPN Cricinfo.com https://ift.tt/2WEgfqC

List of all the cricket series affected by coronavirus: full coverage

From saying no to handshakes, to playing matches in empty stadiums, and eventually calling off almost every tour from Cricket news from ESPN Cricinfo.com https://ift.tt/38PxZmj

CA's financial tussle with states: Nick Hockley confident of resolving cash impasse

Likely to meet with NSW's Lee Germon this week to work through questions raised about last week's offer from Cricket news from ESPN Cricinfo.com https://ift.tt/3hf1fr4

Shai Hope, John Campbell in firing line as Phil Simmons mulls batting changes

The West Indies coach also bemoaned his side's failure to convert fifties into hundreds from Cricket news from ESPN Cricinfo.com https://ift.tt/2OVBjVz

Alyssa Nakken gets reps coaching 1B for Giants

San Francisco's Alyssa Nakken became the first woman to coach in an on-field capacity during a major league game when she took over as Giants first-base coach during the late innings of Monday night's exhibition game. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/3fLDwyo

Adelaide quarantine camp firming ahead of India Test series

Potential impact of the shifted IPL yet to be fully explored; Afghanistan Test still on from Cricket news from ESPN Cricinfo.com https://ift.tt/2CnxpCb

Coronavirus newsfile: Trent Boult back in training

A round-up of how the cricket community is reacting to the Covid-19 threat from Cricket news from ESPN Cricinfo.com https://ift.tt/2MCZKpe

NZC chairman: Decision on women's ODI World Cup in next two weeks

There remains hope that the tournament, scheduled for next February and March, can still take place from Cricket news from ESPN Cricinfo.com https://ift.tt/3jiZafL

Giants' Kapler kneels with players during anthem

Giants manager Gabe Kapler joined several of his players in dropping to a knee during the national anthem before Monday night's exhibition game against the host Athletics. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/3eNc9mm

Sources: NFL offers players no preseason games

The NFL on Monday offered the NFL Players Association to play no preseason games this summer, a source told ESPN's Adam Schefter. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/2OJFrYw

'Chicharito' exits MLS tourney with calf injury

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Premier League: What's left to play for in final games?

The battle for European qualification will go into the final day and five clubs are locked in a fight to avoid relegation. What's left to play for? from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/3fMKlQe

La Liga deserves thanks for putting on a show

Football in La Liga has been utterly beautiful since its return. The league has had so much drama in a tough situation and has been a real success. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/3eP7IHE

WNBA 2020 tipoff: 12 biggest questions before the season begins

Which teams are title contenders? How have the Sparks moved on from 2019's playoff implosion? Which team is hurt most by no home-court advantage? from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/3jixnw1

The remarkable KO streak of super middleweight Edgar Berlanga

Boxing prospect Edgar Berlanga has won all 13 of his pro fights by stoppage in the first round. Here's how he remembers every one of them. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/3fM2gGU

What we learned from tennis' COVID-19 shutdown

The coronavirus pandemic has exposed shortcomings in the way the ATP and WTA tours are structured and raised questions about whether the game needs to change. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/2CUei29

NBA award experts' picks: How many trophies for Giannis?

The races for MVP, Rookie of the Year and the biggest individual awards are over. Which stars are our experts picking to take home the hardware? from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/2WAyjlm

NHL return-to-play update: Training camp takeaways, goalie decisions, TV broadcast buzz

We're a week into training camps, with live games approaching quickly. Here are the most important news and notes from around the league. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/3hj6eHc

Hendriks, Athletics prepare for sprint to the World Series

With so much uncertainty surrounding Major League Baseball in 2020, Athletics pitcher Liam Hendriks only has eyes for the prize, writes Kane Pitman. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/3fXXIxn

Hamilton says F1, FIA not taking anti-racism seriously

Lewis Hamilton has questioned the leadership of FIA president Jean Todt and F1 chairman Chase Carey over motor racing's anti-racism push, accusing both of not taking the movement seriously enough. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/32O8Rx1

Covid-19: India women set to pull out of England tour

ECB likely to extend tour by South Africa women to give the England as many fixtures as possible from Cricket news from ESPN Cricinfo.com https://ift.tt/2WTIUZ9

Fishing, food and a one-man pool party: Scenes from inside the NBA bubble

It has been two weeks since teams arrived to the NBA's Disney campus. How have they adjusted to a whole new world? from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/2OHfKYs

Cam Newton brings 'Vegan Strong' approach to Patriots

Cam says he has seen such a "change in the way my body responds to the food that I eat." from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/30wkWDU

What we lose when we can't boo the Astros on Opening Day

With the stands empty this year, MLB fans will miss an important -- and historically significant -- moment to let those cheaters hear it! from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/2WzBUA7

MLB bets we'd make for the 2020 season

From long shot award winners and home run titlists to teams we think can pre-print their playoff tickets. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/3fJoHws

Bellingham has the tools to be Dortmund's next big thing

Dortmund excel at developing young talent -- Pulisic, Sancho, etc. -- and in Jude Bellingham, 17, they have the next exciting project. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/2WCvUHc

Ashok Malhotra: ICA 'unfortunately' too dependent on BCCI and Apex Council

He is disappointed with Apex Council members Gaekwad and Rangaswamy for not doing their bit from Cricket news from ESPN Cricinfo.com https://ift.tt/2CtMrWT

Mohammad Amir available to join Pakistan squad in England

The earlier than expected birth of his child means he is now available for the T20Is from Cricket news from ESPN Cricinfo.com https://ift.tt/2OF1qQh

Josh Hazlewood braced for challenge of England tour, IPL and quarantine

The fast bowler said it will be vital to be able to train while undergoing any isolation period on return home from Cricket news from ESPN Cricinfo.com https://ift.tt/2DUhz24

Unwell Trent Boult stays away as New Zealand men and women train at Bay Oval

Tent set up over outdoor training facilities comes in handy in wet conditions from Cricket news from ESPN Cricinfo.com https://ift.tt/3josbq6

Raiders owner leaning toward games without fans

Raiders owner Mark Davis said he's leaning toward not having any fans attend games at Las Vegas' new Allegiant Stadium this season, and that if that is the case, he will also stay home. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/39aU2p6

Rahm caps wild day with Memorial win, No. 1 rank

Jon Rahm, 25, overcame a 2-stroke penalty at the 16th hole to win the Memorial Tournament by 3 shots and complete his quest for the No. 1 ranking. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/2CvUi6n

The most exciting themes, teams and players for 60-game season

Here are all the reasons why baseball's shortened slate will be like no other. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/3eHiAra

Tiger Woods' return answered a few questions, but it left plenty more

He showed signs of brilliance, moments of rust and bits of concern with his stiff back. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/2WAVY58

Players blitz NFL with tweets about safe return

Many players tweeted their concerns that the NFL doesn't have a plan to return to play safely. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/2WRstMX

Ex-Clemson CB commit switches to Ohio State

ESPN 300 cornerback Jordan Hancock announced his commitment to Ohio State on Sunday. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/3eJKMcE

James Anderson welcomes prospect of England's bio-bubble break

ECB considering allowing players to leave team environment for short break between series from Cricket news from ESPN Cricinfo.com https://ift.tt/2CrsMa3

Umpires disinfect the ball after Dom Sibley's saliva error

Umpires encouraged to use discretion after inadvertent ball-shining from Cricket news from ESPN Cricinfo.com https://ift.tt/2Wyf102

Saba Karim resigns as BCCI's general manager of cricket operations

He is the fourth senior professional of the board to have resigned since the BCCI's new administration took over from Cricket news from ESPN Cricinfo.com https://ift.tt/3jlel80

Is the AFC East finally ready for a changing of the guard in 2020?

With Tom Brady gone, the Patriots seem vulnerable, but will their streak of division titles end at 11? ESPN's AFC East reporters break it down. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/2ZGOW0G

Dueling throwing sessions highlight Patriots' compelling QB competition

It will be intriguing to see how the 2020 Patriots split repetitions once training camp starts. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/2ZJihYx

Pakistan allrounder Khushdil Shah out for three weeks with thumb fracture

He will stay on in England; on track to recover in time for the T20I series from Cricket news from ESPN Cricinfo.com https://ift.tt/3hghrs2

Chandika Hathurasingha returns to New South Wales as batting coach

The former Sri Lanka and Bangladesh head coach was previously with the state between 2010 and 2014 from Cricket news from ESPN Cricinfo.com https://ift.tt/3fH9oEw

North-based New Zealand internationals to return to training at Bay Oval

Boult, Southee, Taylor, Perkins, Rowe part of camps for both men and women in Mount Maunganui from Cricket news from ESPN Cricinfo.com https://ift.tt/2WBgDpY

Nine Bangladesh players resume training: only one allowed at a stadium at a time

The BCB opened its facilities on Sunday, for the first time since March from Cricket news from ESPN Cricinfo.com https://ift.tt/2WzaGtG

KBO on ESPN schedule, how to watch, teams for the Korea baseball league and more

The Korea Baseball Organization's regular season is underway, and that means it's time for some live baseball -- and lots and lots of bat flips. Here's how you can check out the action and game highlights, and what you need to know to become a KBO expert. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/3bd33xC

Steve Bucknor: My 'mistake' in 2008 Sydney Test 'might have cost India the game'

The former umpire recalled two contentious decisions in particular from the infamous Test from Cricket news from ESPN Cricinfo.com https://ift.tt/3fVlA4J

FA Cup semifinal preview: Balancing act for Chelsea, Man United

The FA Cup returns to its spiritual home this weekend, with Arsenal, Man City, Chelsea and Manchester United chasing a spot in the final. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/2CLENXv

Pulisic's first Premier League season puts him in elite company

Christian Pulisic, 21, is trending to be the best American in Premier League history, and the advanced stats tell an even more impressive story. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/2OwV4Ck

No hugs or fake feuds - Adesanya-Costa at UFC 253 is as real as it gets

The UFC 253 title bout between undefeated middleweights Israel Adesanya and Paulo Costa is everything the UFC and its fans want. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/3fLA7jk

Yanks' German not retiring, sorry for cryptic post

Suspended Yankees pitcher Domingo German says he is not retiring from baseball and apologized for suggesting as much in an Instagram post Friday night. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/30rZHTQ

Who's next for Figueiredo, plus Fight Night surprises

In a night full of flyweight action, one stood out above the rest. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/2Wz7cHn

Dwight Howard: Keep awareness on what's going on outside of the NBA campus

Howard is donating his remaining salary to charity, part of an effort to focus on the issues that matter in the world. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/32yyMs8

Figueiredo submits Benavidez in first to claim belt

Deiveson Figueiredo knocked down Joseph Benavidez three times and then choked him out in the first round of their rematch in Abu Dhabi to claim the vacant UFC flyweight championship. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/39bP7V4

'Chicharito' ruled out for Galaxy against LAFC

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Freeman prayed for his life while battling virus

Braves All-Star Freddie Freeman revealed Saturday that he had a high temperature of 104.5 degrees early in his battle with COVID-19 and prayed for his life. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/30EeZVV

The chase for No. 1, the sudden impossibility of Muirfield Village and Tiger's health make for an interesting close to the Memorial

There's a lot going on this weekend. Jon Rahm has No. 1 in his sights. Tiger Woods has one more round to get through. And Muirfield Village grew some teeth in a hurry. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/2OAXT5l

USWNT star Kelley O'Hara on hosting new 'Just Women's Sports Podcast'

Kelley O'Hara is used to answering questions, but she'll be on the other side of the mic as host of the "Just Women's Sports Podcast." from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/30nGPp3

Arteta must bring Arsenal out of Man City's shadow

Mikel Arteta is perhaps the perfect man to try to drag Arsenal out of Manchester City's shadow, given he is embarking on the same journey himself. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/2Zx5iZY

LAFC, Galaxy bring El Trafico drama to MLS is Back

Hollywood has grown accustomed to the drama of matches between LAFC and the Galaxy. On Saturday, the L.A. clubs bring those theatrics to Orlando. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/3fReMVL

Ben Stokes proud of 'different' innings as patience pays off for England

Tweaks to trigger movements help England star develop game after highs of 2019 from Cricket news from ESPN Cricinfo.com https://ift.tt/3jhVhaQ

Jofra Archer cleared to play in third Test after fine and written warning

Disciplinary hearing decides no wilful intent on part of player after unauthorised home trip from Cricket news from ESPN Cricinfo.com https://ift.tt/32xRkZE

Cuban to Dan Snyder: Accept your mistakes

As another high-profile owner of a professional sports team, the Dallas Mavericks' Mark Cuban has this advice for Washington's Dan Snyder: Accept your mistakes. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/30p6ptN

How Dianne Durham, Bela Karolyi's first national champion, paved the way for Black gymnasts

Before Mary Lou Retton, Bela and Martha Karolyi's first American elite gymnast was Dianne Durham. The first Black national champion, her groundbreaking career has largely been obscured. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/3hfRp8e

From cutting a rap album to creating a community center -- Saints' Terron Armstead has busy offseason

There's no rest this offseason for Armstead, who says it would be "disrespectful" to not use all of his talents on and off the field to the fullest. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/30rVK1H

Streaks and records that will be cut short by MLB's 60-game season

From Max Scherzer to Edwin Encarnacion, here are some statistical pursuits we won't get to enjoy with the shortened schedule. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/2OBYPXk

Usman, Adesanya bearing fruit for MMA in Nigeria

Presidential recognition of Kamaru Usman pays tribute to the inroads that MMA and UFC are making in Nigeria. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/2WuPIMm

How Giants' Saquon Barkley got his controversial Madden NFL 21 grade

EA Sports' head ratings adjuster explains the reasons why New York's star rusher ranks behind four other RBs, including the Cowboys' Ezekiel Elliott. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/2WwWtNS

IPL 2020 likely to be played in the UAE between September and November

BCCI pencils window between September 26 and November 7, subject to ICC postponing men's T20 World Cup from Cricket news from ESPN Cricinfo.com https://ift.tt/3haBKqX

Stuart Thompson added to Ireland ODI squad for England series

Seamer tested for Covid-19 and cleared to fly to England on Saturday from Cricket news from ESPN Cricinfo.com https://ift.tt/2BbOuOF

Apartheid-era South African spinner Ismail 'Baboo' Ebrahim dies at 73

Left-arm spinner picked up 179 wickets in a 48-match first-class career in the 1970s and 80s from Cricket news from ESPN Cricinfo.com https://ift.tt/2WwwTbL

KBO on ESPN schedule, how to watch, teams for the Korea baseball league and more

Live blog - Cricket returns to South Africa with 3TeamCricket

Live updates as AB de Villiers, Temba Bavuma and Reeza Hendricks' teams fight it out - all in one match from Cricket news from ESPN Cricinfo.com https://ift.tt/399UBj8

Naseem Shah, Mohammad Abbas show good form in Pakistan warm-up game

Babar Azam's Team White close first day of the intra-squad game at 231/8 against Azhar Ali's Team Green from Cricket news from ESPN Cricinfo.com https://ift.tt/3fKXsBy

Yankees' German casts doubt on future in post

Suspended New York Yankees pitcher Domingo German cast doubt on his baseball future with an Instagram post Friday night. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/2ODoOgW

Bard makes Rockies 7 years after last MLB pitch

Daniel Bard, a former Red Sox pitcher who hadn't appeared in the big leagues since 2013, was told Friday that he made the Rockies' roster. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/3heOnS2

Former Australian captain Barry Jarman dies

The wicketkeeper, who later served as ICC match referee, has died in Adelaide aged 84 after illness from Cricket news from ESPN Cricinfo.com https://ift.tt/396hOTa

Budenholzer: Giannis deserves consecutive MVPs

In Milwaukee Bucks coach Mike Budenholzer's mind, the pick for NBA MVP is an easy choice: Giannis Antetokounmpo. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/3eF6rTx

Pollock opens up on positive test, premature baby

Dodgers outfielder A.J. Pollock spoke about the "scary" past few months he experienced before joining the team this week, including the premature birth of his daughter and his positive test for COVID-19. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/3hf2syP

Opt-out rules, testing, fan-less games and more: Here's the NFL's plan for 2020

The clock is ticking for the NFL to pull off an on-time start to training camp, much less a season. Here's what we know so far. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/2ZFcQde

Ferrari and McLaren ready to sign new F1 agreement

Ferrari and McLaren, historically Formula One's two most successful teams, signalled on Friday they were ready to sign a new 'Concorde Agreement' governing the sport's future. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/2OzVurH

Reeza Hendricks replaces Heinrich Klaasen as captain for 3TC game

Tournament organisers throw their weight behind CSA's stance on the Black Lives Matter movement from Cricket news from ESPN Cricinfo.com https://ift.tt/39cINfZ

Xander Bogaerts is ready to be a leader in the age of COVID-19

The Red Sox shortstop's unique ability to bridge language and cultural gaps means more now than ever. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/2WKDxeL

Some, not all, coaches share colleges' burden amid coronavirus pandemic

Eight of the 10 top-paid football coaches and at least five of the 10 highest-paid men's basketball coaches have not taken pay cuts, according to an ESPN survey. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/2Coz75Y

UFC Fight Night viewers guide: Joseph Benavidez takes one more shot at flyweight gold on Fight Island

Joseph Benavidez is running it back with Deiveson Figueiredo for the UFC men's flyweight title on Saturday in Abu Dhabi. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/30hBy2g

WWE Extreme Rules: Women's title matches stand out among sideshow spectacles of 'The Horror Show'

There might be an Eye for an Eye match and a Swamp Fight, but it is the women's title matches that have the greatest chance to steal the show at Extreme Rules. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/2Wu3KxK

Lowe: NBA's 13 most fascinating lineups to watch in Orlando

Here are the teams with new lineups that will drive the action in the NBA restart. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/39cmyH1

Predators coach John Hynes on goalie controversy, NHL bubble life

We chat with the Nashville bench boss on all things NHL restart -- including potentially having to be chaperone in Edmonton. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/2CKUka4

What mental challenges does a month in a Florida bubble present?

Several weeks in a bubble will present unknown challenges as the NBA concludes its season. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/3eCi8u4

'The Last Dance' reminds us that Michael Jordan was once a style icon

As "The Last Dance" heads to Netflix after an ESPN premiere and an ABC encore, we see how fashion trends have changed since then, but Chicago Bulls legend Michael Jordan's sneakers, stats and overall image still represent greatness. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/3eB8YxZ

It's time to bring back the Cleveland Spiders (who really weren't that bad, you know)

If the Indians decide to change their name, they can right a historical wrong, tap into merchandising gold and be ultracool with one broad stroke. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/3j8Tyol

County friendlies to be pilot events for fans' post-Covid return

Surrey-Middlesex game will stress-test government guidance from Cricket news from ESPN Cricinfo.com https://ift.tt/3fCO96x

KBO on ESPN schedule, how to watch, teams for the Korea baseball league and more

No more player tests, CSA certain of Covid-19-free 3TC

Players to be asked "symptom questions daily", but further testing "would be a waste of limited testing supplies" from Cricket news from ESPN Cricinfo.com https://ift.tt/32skVUc

Faf du Plessis on racism in South Africa: 'All lives don't matter until black lives matter'

Pretorius, van der Dussen, Kapp and Nortje also express their support for BLM movement from Cricket news from ESPN Cricinfo.com https://ift.tt/2Ox6aHD

Fresh Cricket Australia grants offer rejected by states

The chairman and interim CEO have been sent back to the drawing board from Cricket news from ESPN Cricinfo.com https://ift.tt/30ibPXF

IPL 2020, tweaked domestic schedule top on agenda as BCCI Apex Council meets

The men's FTP and tax exemption certificate for the 2021 men's T20 World Cup also to be discussed from Cricket news from ESPN Cricinfo.com https://ift.tt/3eEtVYV

Verdejo scores big TKO win over Madera in main event

The lightweight contender sent a message to the 135-pound division with an impressive bout. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/3h5mwU7

Bledsoe tests positive, not with Bucks in Orlando

Bucks guard Eric Bledsoe told ESPN on Thursday that he has yet to join his team in Orlando because he tested positive for the coronavirus. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/2DK6656

NHL restart arena Rogers Place damaged in storm

Rogers Place in Edmonton, the Western Conference hub for the NHL's restart and the host of the conference finals and Stanley Cup Finals, suffered water damage in a storm Thursday evening. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/2CkRiJN

The odd silence that followed Tiger Woods at the Memorial Tournament

Tiger always travels with a crowd. In his first tournament in five months, he experienced the new normal. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/32D9byz

MLB ballparks to use crowd noise from video game

MLB will play crowd noise from its official video game, MLB The Show, through sound systems during games. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/2CJkjP8

Harden rejoins Rockets for first bubble practice

NBA scoring leader James Harden of the Houston Rockets practiced with his team for the first time in more than four months Thursday, saying his arrival at the league's restart bubble at Walt Disney World was delayed by family issues. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/3h86xoc

Washington fan's hobby could result in trademark tussle with team

Could the franchise be eyeing a nickname that is one of the numerous trademarks a 61-year-old Virginia man already owns? from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/30fvO9k

Man City are cracking up: New kit with mosaic pattern unveiled

Manchester City have released their new home kit, and it's something a little bit different that taps into the club and the city's heritage. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/3fMN7oV

Winners and losers of college basketball's transfer season

Lots of players moved destinations this offseason. Here are the programs that fared the best on the college basketball free-agent market and those that saw a slew of unforeseen departures. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/2DPkVn9

How Olympian Dominique Moceanu defied gymnastics' culture of silence and helped Larry Nassar survivors

Dominique Moceanu, the youngest member of the iconic 1996 U.S. Olympic gymnastics team, was ostracized for calling out the sport's abusive culture. But her role as an outcast made her the go-to for Nassar survivors looking for help. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/32kM3od

NBA bubble rankings: Predicting the 50 best players in Orlando

LeBron, Giannis or Kawhi at No. 1? How high do Luka and Zion finish? Our experts rank the best players in the NBA restart. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/2B2jWie

2020 NBA schedule: The 12 must-see games of the restarted regular season

Here are the must-watch games as teams push for the postseason. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/3jbdMxJ

Recapping MLB's offseason moves, from blockbusters to those you probably forgot

You remember Cole to New York and Mookie to L.A. But, quick, what teams do Corey Kluber and Starling Marte play for? from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/3fBMzBR

Pulisic's first Premier League season puts him in elite company

Christian Pulisic, 21, is trending to be the best American in Premier League history, and the advanced stats tell in even more impressive story. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/2OwV4Ck

The inside stories behind the best Heisman websites of the 2000s

Take an internet trip down memory lane as we share the tales behind some of the most famous Heisman campaigns of the 2000s. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/3jjrrCW

Winners and losers of the NHL's new CBA

Everybody wins when there's several years of labor peace on the horizon right? Not exactly, as we learned from conversations with folks around the league. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/30dDity

Vettel-Racing Point speculation intensifies, Perez looking at other options

Sebastian Vettel is in talks with Racing Point -- the team set to race as Aston Martin next year -- over a move to its team for 2021, leaving Sergio Perez to consider alternative options. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/3eAVu5e

Pakistan's Kashif Bhatti to join squad after Covid-19 scare in England

A positive test on arrival in the UK had left him self-isolating in Worcester as a precaution from Cricket news from ESPN Cricinfo.com https://ift.tt/3ewhuyd

Live Report - England v West Indies, 2nd Test

All the best stats, graphics and chat from Old Trafford with ESPNcricinfo's live blog from Cricket news from ESPN Cricinfo.com https://ift.tt/3eAK2qg

Jofra Archer dropped by England after breach of bio-security protocols

Archer "extremely sorry" as he enters self-isolation from Cricket news from ESPN Cricinfo.com https://ift.tt/32ok5ry

Counties hopeful fans can return for Bob Willis Trophy

Premises licence could provide clubs with closed-door loophole from Cricket news from ESPN Cricinfo.com https://ift.tt/3fAmO4S

Who's next for Kattar and Ige? Which prospects stood out on Fight Island?

Calvin Kattar and Dan Ige put on a show, but it was the new faces who might have made the biggest impact. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/32nsDPF

South Australia's 'culture of mediocrity' targeted in Mike Hussey review

The former Australia batsman has said that players should earn selection through Premier cricket from Cricket news from ESPN Cricinfo.com https://ift.tt/3j7n7X3

Australia's limited-overs training squad: hopes of a recall, and an eye to the future

A look at some of the interesting names included in the large group ahead of a possible England tour from Cricket news from ESPN Cricinfo.com https://ift.tt/2Wsd9WO

Top prospect Kuminga picks G League over NCAA

Top-five prospect Jonathan Kuminga announced Wednesday that he is bypassing college and joining the G League professional pathway program. Texas Tech, Auburn, Duke and Kentucky were in the mix for his commitment. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/3fyo5tp

Around 20K fans attend All-Star race at Bristol

Although the stands weren't as crowded as usual, NASCAR allowed Bristol Motor Speedway to sell up to 30,000 tickets for Wednesday's All-Star race, marking the sport's biggest crowd since the COVID-19 outbreak shut things down in March. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/3h2axGU

Usman Khawaja and Marcus Stoinis in expanded Australia training squad for possible England tour

Discussions continue between CA, ECB and governments about a possible tour in September from Cricket news from ESPN Cricinfo.com https://ift.tt/3ezAmfV

Live analysis and updates from Fight Island

Featherweight contender status is at stake as Calvin Kattar and Dan Ige battle it out on Fight Island. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/3j6Oy3f

Talking Points: BBL extends, WBBL hubs and more innovations to come

Overseas stars conundrum, Christmas Day off, and longer BBL also in focus from Cricket news from ESPN Cricinfo.com https://ift.tt/392pbLj

Thorns FC's Lindsey Horan provides a glimpse inside NWSL bubble

The NWSL was the first pro team sport to restart during COVID-19, and Lindsey Horan is adjusting surprisingly well to the new normal. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/32j9SN1

'How can I make this title special?' Keith Lee sees limitless opportunity as NXT champion

New NXT champion Keith Lee is excited to be at the top of the mountain, but he knows that there's responsibility that comes with holding the gold. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/32hg6x3

Joe Denly dropped as Joe Root returns from paternity leave

England delay naming squad after indecision over line-up from Cricket news from ESPN Cricinfo.com https://ift.tt/3h6b4HF

Inside the MLS bubble, positive tests bring tensions to the fore

After positive COVID-19 tests postponed the match between Toronto and D.C., tensions flared between the two, and anxiety within the MLS bubble grew. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/3fxFy5k

PCB's new ethics code takes aim at conflict of interest

Ramifications likely to be felt by Misbah-ul-Haq, Urooj Mumtaz and Wasim Akram among others from Cricket news from ESPN Cricinfo.com https://ift.tt/2ZwwGHe

'He's the only one playing': Matt Williams' 'clairvoyant' KBO experiment

Matt Williams went to Korea to earn another chance to be a big league manager. It seemed like a risky move -- until his team was playing baseball months before the league he left behind. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/2WkayOq

How the PGA Tour is trying to help its players avoid COVID-19 and the common injury

The focus across sports -- around the world -- is the coronavirus. But with athletes, there is another health factor: Avoiding injury. So how is the PGA Tour juggling that in a social distance world? from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/3eA08jT

The next MLB superstar? Gleyber Torres is ready to own his moment

The Yankees shortstop who is uncommonly wise for a 23-year-old and motivated by the hope of creating a better life for his parents could be baseball's next big thing. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/3h1WDEJ

The high-stakes free-agency questions inside the NBA bubble

Our NBA insiders break down the free-agent decision-making process, plus the top 10 players to watch. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/2WlE32h

The sneakers P.J. Tucker will continue to search for in the NBA bubble

The NBA's reigning sneakerhead champ brought 80 pairs with him to Walt Disney World Resort, but he's still hunting eBay for the kicks that have eluded him all these years. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/3fCejGQ

How Simone Biles found her voice and changed gymnastics culture

The gymnast's unique journey to greatness helped her claim her power, find her voice and change the sport forever. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/2CDrqZq

Tamim Iqbal and Mahmudullah decline CPL offers

Tamim and Mahmudullah have both appeared in previous editions of the CPL from Cricket news from ESPN Cricinfo.com https://ift.tt/2Ook4Mh

Hashim Amla comes out in support of Black Lives Matter and Lungi Ngidi

Posts on Instagram of the "delusions" of those who believe in one race being superior to the other from Cricket news from ESPN Cricinfo.com https://ift.tt/2ZsmQWZ

Once more, place your faith in Ben Stokes and Jason Holder

Set to return to the XI, picking Joe Root and Stuart Broad could also fetch crucial points from Cricket news from ESPN Cricinfo.com https://ift.tt/3fxbsi2

Mayer dominates Helen Joseph, wants title shot

The junior lightweight scored a one-sided victory in the headliner and said she's ready to fight for a world title. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/2DIQXkG

Tuberville wins Alabama GOP Senate runoff

Former college football coach Tommy Tuberville beat former U.S. Attorney General Jeff Sessions in Tuesday's Alabama Republican Senate runoff. He will face incumbent Democratic U.S. Sen. Doug Jones on the November ballot. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/394rjCA

Harden, not on Rockets' flight, arrives in Orlando

James Harden joined the Rockets in the NBA's bubble on Tuesday, five days after the team flew to Orlando. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/38YK0rd

Golden Eagles, TBT's second-winningest team, claim first title

The Marquette alums avenged last season's title game loss by beating Sideline Cancer on Tuesday night. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/2CxQtNC

Boxer Ryan Burrs enters the ring before his Top Rank fight versus Javier Martinez.

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Viewers guide: Calvin Kattar looking for something to build upon on Fight Island

Calvin Kattar takes on surging featherweight Dan Ige in Wednesday's UFC Fight Night main event in Abu Dhabi. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/2CzGZl6

Adelaide Oval a prime-time venue in BBL No. 10

A lengthened tournament will allow for more matches to be played in the evenings from Cricket news from ESPN Cricinfo.com https://ift.tt/3eo2532

WBBL to feature three-week Sydney hub amid Covid-19 contingencies

The tournament is schedule to begin on October 17 with the final on November 29 from Cricket news from ESPN Cricinfo.com https://ift.tt/3eylHl0

Source: NFLPA seeking opt-out clauses, stipends

In its recent proposal to the league, the NFL Players Association has requested opt-out clauses securing salaries for at-risk players or those with at-risk families, and conditional stipends if camps shut down due to COVID-19 concerns, a source told ESPN. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/3evTMSE

The NHLPA's Don Fehr on the Olympics, bubble life, coronavirus testing and more

We check in with the executive director on the return to play, negotiating a CBA during a global pandemic and much more. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/2OqAvHI

Guardiola hits out at UEFA, rivals, La Liga chief

Pep Guardiola has launched a blistering attack on multiple targets after Manchester City's Champions League ban was quashed. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/2OnJycr

In COVID-19 shutdown, these WTA players setting a course for the future

Thanks to the WTA's partnership with a pair of colleges, CiCi Bellis, Gaby Dabrowski and Daria Gavrilova are using their free time wisely, working online toward college degrees. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/2C2ZE94

Ntini, Philander, Duminy, Gibbs sign letter backing Lungi Ngidi's #BLM stance

Thirty-one players and five coaches - all people of colour - have urged CSA to stand behind the movement from Cricket news from ESPN Cricinfo.com https://ift.tt/2DHfGG1

Cam: Replacing Brady is 'elephant in the room'

Quarterback Cam Newton has shared how motivated he is to prove doubters wrong through social media posts and addressed his unique spot of possibly replacing six-time Super Bowl champion Tom Brady with the Patriots. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/2C9BwBA

Mourinho: Man City's appeal victory a 'disaster'

Mourinho: Man City's appeal victory a 'disaster' from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/38VovaE

Brandon Hagel's extended wait to play NHL Game No. 2

The Blackhawks prospect debuted on the final day before the coronavirus pause. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/2On4gJz

Klopp sends Akinfenwa congratulations after striker's incredible postmatch interview

Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp answered Adebayo Akinfenwa's call to congratulate the veteran striker on Wycombe's promotion to the Championship. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/32ekOvu

Source: Titans, Henry won't reach deal by Wed.

Titans running back Derrick Henry and the team are not expected to reach a long-term deal by Wednesday's deadline for franchise players, a source told ESPN's Adam Schefter. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/3h0rvoS

NFL veterans on the bubble for all 32 teams

Running back Jamaal Williams, quarterback Brian Hoyer and a host of other veterans could find themselves on the chopping block before the 2020 season begins. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/2Wk6PAt

Picking both 2020 MLB All-Star rosters -- even though there's no game

We made our selections based on what we expect in the shortened season. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/2Zp0TrP

College football season in the spring? Support for the concept is growing

The 2020 college football season is already certain to be played amid unprecedented circumstances. Would shifting the entire season to the spring be a bridge too far for CFB stakeholders? from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/2WfJMqk

What to expect from Tiger Woods' return to golf

It's been five months since he last played on the PGA Tour. For the first time post-shutdown, he's back. How will he adjust to no fans? Will he break Sam Snead's all-time record? What does the rest of his year look like? from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/308sLzF

TBT 2020 title game preview: Players to know, X factors and more

A first-time TBT champ will be crowned Tuesday night, when upstart Sideline Cancer faces return finalist Golden Eagles for a $1 million prize (7 p.m. ET, ESPN). from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/3enz2MR

Time for Man City to put UEFA rows in the past

With Man City escaping a two-year Champions League ban, they can truly move forward by winning the competition this season. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/3h9OGgX

Helwani's UFC welterweight plan: Gilbert Burns vs. Leon Edwards for No. 1 contender

Ariel Helwani breaks down the UFC's loaded 170-pound division, including why Leon Edwards should be the next foe for top contender Gilbert Burns. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/3fuBbHV

Ringside Seat: Mikaela Mayer ready to shine the spotlight on women's boxing in Top Rank main event

After a pair of COVID-19-related postponements of her own, Mikaela Mayer is ready to step into Tuesday's main event slot and put on a show. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/3em7pny

Eight NBA X factors integral to this year's title race

Kirk Goldsberry highlights the biggest make-or-break players in Orlando. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/38Tfz5L

The latest intel and analysis on the NBA restart

Get the latest updates on the NBA's restart in Orlando here. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/3gYnH7E

Cricket Australia to appoint mental health overseer

The position will report to the head of sports science Alex Kountouris from Cricket news from ESPN Cricinfo.com https://ift.tt/3h0Ijwj

Longest Big Bash brings broadcast cash and Covid-19 flexibility

There will be contingency plans built in to both the BBL and WBBL from Cricket news from ESPN Cricinfo.com https://ift.tt/32hFiDI

Mystics' Delle Donne says opt-out request denied

A panel of physicians have denied Elena Delle Donne's request to opt out of the 2020 season due for medical reasons, according to the Washington Mystics star and reigning WNBA MVP. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/38QXgOA

Top-10 QB Sanders, son of Deion, chooses FAU

Florida Atlantic added a big name to its 2021 recruiting class on Monday, when ESPN 300 quarterback Shedeur Sanders announced his commitment to the Owls. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/3iVMWJT

How former UFC fighter Clay Collard became a boxing phenomenon in 2020

Since the Professional Fighters League canceled its season, Clay Collard has transitioned to boxing, where he has stopped three previously unbeaten foes this year. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/329ohLT

Renaming the Redskins: Inside the process, hurdles and possible fallout

Rebranding an iconic sports franchise is an endeavor that can take years. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/38Hreod

Black MLB players past and present on what needs to change

Is the game of Jackie Robinson fulfilling its promise? As the conversation about race in America continues, some of baseball's most prominent Black stars share their experiences. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/304KV5d

Jason Holder on Jermaine Blackwood: 'I know when he crosses the line he'll give it his all'

West Indies batsman who might not have played wins praise from captain for team-oriented approach from Cricket news from ESPN Cricinfo.com https://ift.tt/32dJofS

Amy Satterthwaite 'disappointed' to lose New Zealand captaincy

But offers her full support to her successor Sophie Devine from Cricket news from ESPN Cricinfo.com https://ift.tt/2ZlDE1Y

After Man City win appeal, who qualifies for Europe from Premier League?

With Man City winning their appeal, here's what it means for the Premier League's qualification places. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/30bgs5Q

Ranking offensive weapons for every NFL team: Barnwell goes 32-1

Which teams have the league's best (and worst) arsenals? Only receivers, backs and tight ends are allowed. We ranked all 32. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/3epbxTV

NFL franchise tag tracker: 14 players who could get long-term contracts this week

The deadline for teams to sign franchise-tagged players to extensions is Wednesday. Here are the players who could get new deals. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/3gS094s

Potential surprise players for all 22 teams in the NBA restart

Which NBA players are ready to take advantage of the spotlight in the bubble for each franchise? from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/2Wcy142

What NBA players and coaches are saying about the Florida campus

Players and coaches shared their initial impressions of the NBA's campus environment. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/3elBwvf

2020 NHL playoffs guide: Stanley Cup chances, biggest roster questions, bold predictions for all 24 teams

The NHL will be back on the ice Aug. 1. Before that happens, get up to speed on all 24 postseason teams with our handy preview. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/38RAq9q

MLB roundtable: Is the ball still juiced and other key home run questions for 2020

On what would have been Home Run Derby day, we contemplate how the ball could play in the short season. Will it be hopping like it was last year? from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/2ZsBrlv

Haaland forced to leave nightclub because he's too popular

Erling Haaland certainly looks to be enjoying his post-season break, but it seems too many people want a selfie with the star striker. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/307CKoG

Hamilton says Merc's rivals must do more on anti-racism

Lewis Hamilton says Mercedes' nine Formula One rivals need to "hold themselves accountable" and do more to publicly signal their commitment to the sport's anti-racism message. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/3esCRAl

KBO Weekly: Updated Power Rankings and a bat flip gone wrong

We've come to expect the NC Dinos at the top of the heap, but there were some surprises along the way in KBO. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/2ZqI3AN

Man City escape UCL ban after appeal

Manchester City have escaped a ban from the Champions League for Financial Fair Play violations, it was announced on Monday. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/3iWf2Ex

Gary Stead still feels 'numb' over World Cup final

One year on, the coach reflected on the range of emotions thrown up by a crazy day from Cricket news from ESPN Cricinfo.com https://ift.tt/3gUiXQE

Lakers' Rondo breaks right thumb during practice

Lakers guard Rajon Rondo suffered a broken right thumb during Sunday night's practice in Orlando, Florida, the team announced. Rondo will have surgery this week and the team expects him to resume full basketball activities in six to eight weeks. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/2DBZu8Z

New Zealand domestic squads for 2020-21 season

Daryl Mitchell, Jeet Raval and Finn Allen among major domestic movers from Cricket news from ESPN Cricinfo.com https://ift.tt/3fq2FOK

Source: Redskins to officially change nickname

The Washington Redskins will officially announce Monday they will change their nickname, though no new name will be revealed just yet, a source confirmed. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/2OghdF5

Arsenal, Spurs both need defensive overhauls to get back to the top

With error-prone defenders like David Luiz, Shkodran Mustafi and Serge Aurier, it is no secret why Arsenal and Spurs will miss out on the UCL. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/2WbHSqY

Lakers' Davis chooses to keep name on jersey

Saying he tries to represent his family every time he steps on the floor for an NBA game, Anthony Davis said Sunday he'll keep his last name on his jersey rather than replacing it with a message for social justice. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/2WdPUQ3

Sources: NBA players to arrive in unis, not outfits

A new protocol calls for NBA players to "be in uniform and warmups when they arrive" to games in the bubble, limiting some players chances to show off their patented pregame outfits. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/3fpMDoh

Jason Holder hails fourth-day bowling effort to set up 'special' West Indies win

Captain points to pivotal evening session when five wickets fell as West Indies' quicks seized the moment from Cricket news from ESPN Cricinfo.com https://ift.tt/2C3jMYx

Hamilton raises fist after Styrian GP win

Lewis Hamilton raised his fist while stood on the podium celebrating his Styrian Grand Prix victory. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/2OgvEJ0

Alderweireld, Son both 8/10 as Spurs leap rivals Arsenal

Goals from Heung-min and Alderweireld saw them beat Arsenal 2-1 and move into eighth place. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/3iXbIck

Who is Jermaine Blackwood?

Experienced middle-order batsman from Jamaica secures another chance in the Test arena from Cricket news from ESPN Cricinfo.com https://ift.tt/3fnmtSZ

Diggins-Smith 'conflicted' on bubble, but not ball

Phoenix Mercury guard Skylar Diggins-Smith said she was "conflicted about being here" Sunday during a Zoom call with media, but says she's happy to be playing with her team. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/3078474

Olney: Manfred, Clark should be front and center during challenging times

As concerns over MLB's coronavirus testing and safety protocol persist, the commissioner and union chief need to be more transparent. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/3eodpvS

Jermaine Blackwood knock guides West Indies to victory against England

Blackwood proves patient with 95 after Gabriel's five-wicket haul keeps tourists' target to 200 from Cricket news from ESPN Cricinfo.com https://ift.tt/38PQYyP

Boy, 12, arrested for racist tweets at PL player

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Korver to wear 'Black Lives Matter' on jersey

For Kyle Korver, choosing "Black Lives Matter" as a social justice message to use on the back of his Milwaukee Bucks jersey was easy, because he has been outspoken on white privilege. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/2WdJkZN

Follow live: Arsenal, Tottenaham looking to make up ground in race for top 6

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Dhoni beats Ganguly (by a whisker) in battle of the captains

A survey conducted by Star Sports in collaboration with ESPNcricinfo tried to get to the bottom of a great debate from Cricket news from ESPN Cricinfo.com https://ift.tt/302VNAD

MLS is Back match postponed after positive test

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ChiSox coach on Kopech: 'I sure hope he's OK'

White Sox pitching coach Don Cooper said he is concerned about right-hander Michael Kopech, who recently opted out of the upcoming 2020 season. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/2ZmHcRv

Tragedy and chaos: Inside one coach's extraordinary quest to save his season

A mysterious family death and an exploding global pandemic: This is the incredible story behind one legendary coach's pursuit of basketball glory as the world shut down. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/2ARHfLN

Patriots players balance uncertainty in planning return to town

New England players await more clarity on pandemic protocols as they brace for an unprecedented season with a July 28 reporting date for camp. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/2WdSLbP

Sourav Ganguly to Virat Kohli - 'I expect you to win in Australia'

Ganguly, however, acknowledged that the tour would be tougher than the last time from Cricket news from ESPN Cricinfo.com https://ift.tt/3es5QEM

Usman ruled Fight Island and it's time for the world to appreciate his dominance

Kamaru Usman imposed his will in defeating Jorge Masvidal at UFC 251 and once again proved why he's the welterweight champion. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/3gLhNXm

Who's next for Kamaru Usman, Jorge Masvidal and other Fight Island standouts?

Who is next in line for the champions after UFC 251? Where do Jorge Masvidal and Jose Aldo go from here? Brett Okamoto plays matchmaker. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/3fmNoi2

Usman grinds out win vs. Masvidal to retain belt

Kamaru Usman defeated Jorge Masvidal, fighting on short notice, via unanimous decision Sunday morning in Abu Dhabi to retain his welterweight title and remain unbeaten in the UFC. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/2DvWqLr

Volkanovski beats Holloway to remain champion

Alexander Volkanovski maintained his featherweight title with a split decision victory over Max Holloway at UFC 251 on Sunday morning on "Fight Island," on Yas Island in Abu Dhabi. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/2WaswmF

Yan claims bantamweight title with TKO of Aldo

Petr Yan stopped Jose Aldo by TKO at 3:24 of the fifth round Sunday morning in Abu Dhabi to win the vacant UFC bantamweight title. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/3iSA9Ys

Live results, analysis from all the Fight Island bouts

Three titles are on the line as the UFC makes its 2020 debut on Fight Island. Follow the live results. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/2Wav6Je

Kawhi in quarantine protocol after Orlando arrival

All-Star forward Kawhi Leonard has arrived in Orlando and is going through the two-day quarantine protocol before joining the Clippers for team activities. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/3fjBchS

Chelsea won't win league again until they fix their defending

All the incoming stars at Chelsea are at the attacking end, but they'll never contend for titles until their backline is as good as their forwards. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/2ZixBej

Fantasy baseball cheat sheets

Don't draft without a cheat sheet! Our experts have provided their rankings in a convenient, printable format for you to take to your drafts. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/3flPZJ0

2020 head-to-head categories rankings

Tristan H. Cockcroft lists the top 300 fantasy players for 2020 and also breaks down the positional rankings. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/2W8tpMv

Duke's Kara Lawson represents new generation of coaches

Critics will get hung up on Kara Lawson's lack of head-coaching experience. But this next generation of leaders has been busy playing pro ball and exploring all the doors it opens. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/2DzfVTt

LEC to continue phased studio reopening despite Week 4 online

Despite moving production online during Week 4 out of an abundance of caution, the LEC plans to continue its phased reopening of the studio when play resumes during Week 5 next weekend. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/3iU1ZUg

Simmons 'extremely pleased' as West Indies quicks seize moment

Head coach hails persistence of pace attack as late wickets put West Indies on top from Cricket news from ESPN Cricinfo.com https://ift.tt/3h1zcLV

Yanks closer Chapman tests positive for virus

Yankees closer Aroldis Chapman, who had 37 saves and a 2.21 ERA last season, has tested positive for the coronavirus. Manager Aaron Boone said Zack Britton would take over the role if Chapman isn't ready for the start of the season. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/3eoJLXj

How NFL offensive linemen escape the 5,000-calorie lunch and transform in retirement

For their entire playing careers, offensive linemen are conditioned to eat until they can't eat any more. So how are so many of them losing 50, 60, even 70 pounds in retirement? from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/2YZTUp8

Bryant: 'Where were they?' The exile of Bruce Maxwell and the birth of MLB's Black player movement

While Black baseball players fear that speaking out would be a career death sentence, a new Players Alliance is mobilizing. And players are coming to terms with the lack of support for Bruce Maxwell, the only MLB player to take a knee. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/3iGGJ46

Late burst by West Indies seamers leaves match in the balance as Zak Crawley, Dom Sibley build lead

Young England batsmen reach half-centuries but Windies take five wickets late in the day to restrict hosts from Cricket news from ESPN Cricinfo.com https://ift.tt/3fwsVak

Duke hires Lawson as women's hoops coach

Former WNBA star Kara Lawson is replacing Joanne P. McCallie as the women's basketball coach at Duke, it was announced Saturday. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/2ZldgFn

Hamilton delivers dominant qualifying effort as Ferrari fails again

Lewis Hamilton returned to form in style at the Styrian GP with a dominant qualifying performance in heavy rain -- by contrast, Ferrari was unable to capitalise on that weather to force its way up the grid for Sunday's race. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/304N8O2

Sources: Patriots settle with AB, Hernandez

The Patriots have settled compensation grievances with Antonio Brown and Aaron Hernandez over the past week, which creates notable salary-cap space for the team, league sources told ESPN. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/2APPDv7

Dream players stand against Loeffler's criticism

Atlanta Dream players issued a message on Twitter that stands firm against the criticism of the Black Lives Matter movement made by owner Sen. Kelly Loeffler, who had earlier reiterated her remarks. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/2ZSO484

Serie A's Parma in isolation, but will play Sunday

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16-0? Analytics and oddsmakers say Ravens on path to perfection

Baltimore has the best path to perfection because of the combination of the NFL's easiest schedule, the fewest travel miles ... and Lamar Jackson. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/323TjVn

TBT 2020 bracket, schedule and TV info

The $1 million TBT tipped off July 4. Here's a look at the results, TV schedule and tip times for the 11-day hoops extravaganza. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/3d6Vp8I

Flames D Hamonic first to opt out of restart

Calgary Flames defenseman Travis Hamonic informed the team Friday night that he was opting out of the NHL's summer restart. Hamonic, an unrestricted free agenty after the season, has played in 50 of the team's 70 games this season. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/38JPaqM

Zion: Used quarantine to go 'back to square one'

Pelicans forward Zion Williamson said Friday he felt like he "was 5 years old again" working out with his stepfather during quarantine. According to coach Alvin Gentry, the rookie "did a lot to improve his game," including making strides in his shooting. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/2ZWNEOi

Cardinals owner Bidwill in hospital with COVID-19

Arizona Cardinals owner Michael Bidwill went to the hospital at the recommendation of his doctor after testing positive for COVID-19. His condition has improved, and he is expected to be released this weekend. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/3027kQV

What do Pac-12 and Big Ten decisions in going conference-only mean for college football?

Now that the Pac-12 has joined the Big Ten in going conference only for fall sports, will the rest of the Power 5 follow suit? Are we looking at a spring season? And which games are we going to miss the most? from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/2Ogy0I5

NHL, NHLPA approve restart; 4-yr. CBA extension

The NHLPA and the NHL board of governors announced Friday night that they have approved a package that not only will allow the league to restart this summer but also includes a four-year CBA extension. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/2WoaQUL

Seifert: DeSean Jackson's anti-Semitic posts are a critical teaching moment -- for everyone

As athletes drive further into public advocacy, the Eagles wide receiver has shown that the path forward isn't as obvious as it might have seemed. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/2W27erd

Sources: Broncos' Simmons OKs franchise tender

Broncos safety Justin Simmons, who was tied for second on the team with 93 tackles and had a team-leading four interceptions last season, has accepted his franchise tender, sources told ESPN. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/3iSUWLp

Giants' Posey opts out citing newborns' health

Buster Posey said his family recently adopted twins who were born prematurely and decided playing this season wasn't worth the risk. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/2Zfj0QP

Duke's Cutcliffe favors only conference games

Duke football coach David Cutcliffe said he remains "very optimistic" there will be college football this season, but he doubts it will look much like a normal season due to the ongoing Covid-19 pandemic. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/301fAQS