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Astros tab Justin Verlander to start ALDS opener vs. Twins
Houston Astros right-hander Justin Verlander will start Game 1 of the American League Division Series against the visiting Minnesota Twins on Saturday, according to manager Dusty Baker....
Tradition preserved as Big Ten sets upcoming football opponents
The Big Ten revealed its revamped schedule of conference football opponents for the 2024-28 seasons, incorporating four new additions into schedules while maintaining traditional rivalries....
First NFL QB benched? New overwhelming favorite emerges
All the ingredients are in place for the Atlanta Falcons to make a run at the postseason in the NFC South....
Diego Schwartzman, young Frenchmen win in Shanghai
Former World No. 8 Diego Schwartzman, who has struggled mightily this season, topped Luca Van Assche of France 5-7, 6-3, 6-2 on Thursday in opening-round play at the Shanghai Masters....
RB Jonathan Taylor committed to Colts for now, at least
Indianapolis Colts running back Jonathan Taylor told reporters Thursday that he is committed to the team, at least in the moment....
TNF Week 5: Bears-Commanders Preview, Props, Prediction
Two of the most embattled coaches in the NFL meet on Thursday night in what could be a critical game for each of their futures....
UNC WR Tez Walker granted immediate eligibility
The NCAA ran a reverse Thursday and ruled that North Carolina wide receiver Tez Walker is now eligible to play....
Pat Fitzgerald sues Northwestern, alleges wrongful termination
Ousted Northwestern football coach Pat Fitzgerald, fired amid a hazing investigation, is seeking more than $130 million in a lawsuit filed Thursday....
Report: Joel Embiid to play for U.S. at Paris Olympics
Philadelphia 76ers center Joel Embiid will play for the United States at the 2024 Paris Olympics, ESPN reported....
WNBA awards franchise to Golden State Warriors
The WNBA awarded an expansion franchise to the Golden State Warriors on Thursday, with the team set to begin play in 2025....
U.S. Open returning to Brookline in 2038
The U.S. Open will return to The Country Club in Brookline, Mass., in 2038, the USGA announced Thursday....
Mel Tucker's lawyer offers 'new evidence' to Michigan State
A lawyer for former Michigan State football coach Mel Tucker presented "new evidence" to the school Thursday in the form of a 106-page letter....
Dearica Hamby files complaint against WNBA, Aces
WNBA player Dearica Hamby has filed a complaint against the WNBA and Las Vegas Aces, contending gender discrimination, multiple outlets reported....
Report: UCF extends coach Gus Malzahn through 2027
UCF is extending the contract of football coach Gus Malzahn through the 2027 season, ESPN reported Thursday....
Coco Gauff extends win streak to 15 in Beijing
No. 3 seed Coco Gauff defeated No. 16 Veronika Kudermetova of Russia 7-6 (5), 6-2 on Thursday to advance to the quarterfinals at the China Open in Beijing....
Report: Mets' Pete Alonso switches agents to Scott Boras
Mets first baseman Pete Alonso, a season away from free agency, has hired the agency of powerhouse Scott Boras to represent him, the New York Post reported Thursday....
ESPN acquires broadcast rights for TGL
TGL, the virtual golf league backed by Tiger Woods and Rory McIlroy, and ESPN have agreed to a multi-year deal for the network to air the competition....
Morgan State cancels football game after shooting
Morgan State canceled Saturday's homecoming football game against Stony Brook after an on-campus shooting left five people injured this week....
AL, NL Division Series: Royce Lewis among players to watch
October baseball is not about one-man shows, although a leading man capable of showing the way can make a difference when it comes to making a World Series run....
Braves remain oddmakers' favorite to win World Series
The Atlanta Braves remain a strong favorite among oddsmakers to win the World Series, though they aren't a unanimous pick as the heaviest favorite to win a division series....