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Karch Kiraly to coach U.S. men's volleyball in '28 Games
Three-time Olympic gold medalist Karch Kiraly will coach the U.S. men's national volleyball team at the 2028 Summer Olympics in Los Angeles, USA Volleyball announced Thursday. ,He replaces John Speraw, who coached the team for 12 years but recently was named the president and CEO of USA Volleyball.,...
Devils expecting season debuts of D Luke Hughes, Brett Pesce
New Jersey Devils defensemen Luke Hughes and Brett Pesce are expected to make their season debuts against the host Detroit Red Wings on Thursday night.,Hughes, 21, injured his left shoulder last month in offseason training and was expected to be out six to eight weeks.,"Yeah, I mean, it's definitely...
Magic shoot for a little history at Nets' expense
Expectations are rising for the Orlando Magic.,After the winningest season in well over a decade, Orlando's first game of the season went exceedingly well, especially in the third quarter.,Now, the Magic attempt to start 2-0 in consecutive seasons for the first time in over 30 years on Friday night ...
Veteran MLB ump named World Series crew chief
Veteran umpire Mark Carlson will serve as the crew chief of the World Series, which begins Friday in Los Angeles as the Dodgers meet the New York Yankees.,This will be the third World Series and first as crew chief for Carlson, who has more than 25 years' experience as a Major League Baseball umpire...
Chiefs welcome WR DeAndre Hopkins, target Sunday debut
Three-time All-Pro wide receiver DeAndre Hopkins is in a rush to get acclimated to the Kansas City Chiefs.,Hopkins' acquisition from the Tennessee Titans became official Thursday with the Chiefs parting with a conditional fifth-round draft pick to land the 32-year-old. NFL Network reported the compe...
NFL suspends Lions WR Jameson Williams 2 games for violating PED policy
Detroit Lions wide receiver Jameson Williams will not appeal a two-game suspension for two games for violating the league's performance-enhancing substances policy, but said he the failed test leading to his second league-imposed ban was a "complete surprise.",The official NFL announcement on Thursd...
Pelicans G Dejounte Murray out indefinitely with broken hand
New Orleans Pelicans guard Dejounte Murray broke his left hand during his debut with the team on Wednesday night and will be sidelined indefinitely, the team confirmed Thursday.,Murray produced 14 points, 10 assists and eight rebounds as New Orleans beat the visiting Chicago Bulls 123-111. The injur...
Commanders QB Jayden Daniels (rib) absent again from practice
Washington Commanders rookie quarterback Jayden Daniels, who is recovering from a rib injury, was not spotted at practice on Thursday in the portion open to media.,Daniels and rookie offensive tackle Brandon Coleman (concussion) did not participate in the first practice of the week on Wednesday.,Hea...
Dodgers to wear patch in memory of Fernando Valenzuela
The Los Angeles Dodgers will honor franchise great Fernando Valenzuela with a jersey patch in the World Series and during the 2025 season.,The team unveiled the patch on Thursday -- a circular design with a black background, his name in white and a large No. 34 in Dodger blue.,Valenzuela, who sparke...
LIV Golf Promotions: Only tournament winner gets full-time spot
Golf professionals and top amateurs seeking to compete in LIV Golf League events in 2025 will convene in Saudi Arabia in December for LIV Golf Promotions, hoping for their chance to earn a spot in the league and in The International Series in 2025.,LIV Golf announced Thursday its plans for the secon...
Austin FC's Diego Rubio inks contract extension
Austin FC forward Diego Rubio signed a one-year contract extension with the club on Thursday.,Financial terms were not disclosed by Austin FC in the deal, which carries a club option for the 2026 season.,"Playing in front of our fans at Q2 Stadium this season was an amazing experience, and I'm eager...
Cowboys TE John Stephens Jr. (ACL) out for season
Dallas tight end John Stephens Jr. tore his left ACL in practice on Wednesday and will miss the rest of the season, Cowboys coach Mike McCarthy said Thursday.,Stephens, who had not appeared in a game for the Cowboys (3-3) this season, missed the entire 2023 season after tearing the ACL in the same k...
Inter Miami commence Cup chase vs. gritty Atlanta United
Lionel Messi and Inter Miami begin their MLS Cup Playoff campaign on Friday night when they open their Round One series against Atlanta United.,Messi and Miami come into the postseason in strong form as the Supporters' Shield winners and top playoff seed.,The Argentine star is healthy and productive...
Rams look to returning Cooper Kupp in clash vs. Vikings
Cooper Kupp returns from an injury absence as the Los Angeles Rams prepare to face the Minnesota Vikings in Inglewood, Calif., on Thursday night.,Kupp has not played since Week 2, when he sprained his ankle. He also wants to avoid too much discussion about his future as the NFL trade deadline approa...
Dynamo's 'Coco' Carrasquilla named 2023-24 Concacaf POY
Houston Dynamo FC midfielder Adalberto "Coco" Carrasquilla was named the 2023-24 Concacaf Men's Player of the Year on Thursday.,Carrasquilla, 25, converted the decisive penalty in the shootout to lift Panama to a victory over the United States in the semifinals of the 2023 Concacaf Golf Cup. He was ...
Week 8 TNF: Preview, Props & Prediction
The Los Angeles Rams host Minnesota on Thursday night seeking consecutive victories for the first time this season, while the Vikings try to rebound from their first loss of the campaign.,Los Angeles (2-4) snapped a two-game losing streak by beating the visiting Las Vegas Raiders 20-15 last weekend....
Reports: Rams WR Puka Nacua could play Thursday night
Two days after the Los Angeles Rams opened the 21-day practice window for wide receiver Puka Nacua, he appears ready to kick down the door to play Thursday night against the Minnesota Vikings. ,NFL Network reported Thursday the Rams are "optimistic" Nacua is ready to play, which would require a deci...
Islanders F Anthony Duclair (lower body) out 4-6 weeks
New York Islanders forward Anthony Duclair will be sidelined four-to-six weeks due to a lower-body injury, the team announced Thursday.,Duclair sustained the injury in the third period of the Islanders' 4-3 shootout win over the Montreal Canadiens on Saturday.,Duclair, 29, has two goals and one assi...
Maria Sharapova, Bryan Bros. named to tennis Hall of Fame
Five-time Grand Slam champion Maria Sharapova joined twin brothers Bob and Mike Bryan in being named to the International Tennis Hall of Fame's Class of 2025 on Thursday.,The trio will be inducted on Aug. 23 at the Hall of Fame in Newport, R.I.,"Beyond each of their historic accomplishments on the c...
Chiefs welcome WR DeAndre Hopkins
Three-time All-Pro wide receiver DeAndre Hopkins is in a rush to get acclimated to the Kansas City Chiefs.,Hopkins' acquisition from the Tennessee Titans became official Thursday with the Chiefs parting with a conditional fifth-round draft pick to land the 32-year-old. NFL Network reported the compe...