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Trump administration: Somali ref suspected of terrorism link
The Somali referee headed to the World Cup then turned away was denied entry into the United States over a possible tie to terrorism, a Trump administration official claimed to Fox News.,Omar Abdulkadir Artan, 34, made it to Miami International Airport on a flight from Istanbul on Saturday but was r...
Yanks' Carlos Rodon continues success vs. Guardians in sweep
Jazz Chisholm Jr. had a two-run triple and three RBIs and Trent Grisham scored three times as the visiting New York Yankees completed a three-game sweep of the Cleveland Guardians with a 8-4 victory on Wednesday afternoon.,The Yankees are 10-4 since May 24 and have the second-best record in the Amer...
Drew Rasmussen dominates as Rays finish sweep of Red Sox
Drew Rasmussen struck out a career-high 13 batters over seven scoreless innings, and the Tampa Bay Rays held on for a 7-5, series-sweeping win over the visiting Boston Red Sox on Wednesday afternoon.,Rasmussen (6-2) allowed just two hits in the dominant outing. He struck out the side in order twice ...
Texas Tech AD: School supports Brendan Sorsby, not out to 'engineer his eligibility'
Texas Tech athletic director Kirby Hocutt said he understands the concerns of his colleagues regarding the case of Brendan Sorsby but backed the school's commitment to seeing the quarterback through treatment for a gambling addiction.,Hocutt made his extensive comments in a statement issued Wednesda...
Alex de Minaur notches victory at ‘s-Hertogenbosch
Second-seeded Alex de Minaur of Australia recorded 27 winners against 17 unforced errors while notching a 7-6 (8), 7-5 victory over Martin Damm in the second round of the Libema Open at ‘s-Hertogenbosch, Netherlands.,With a 7-6 advantage in aces, de Minaur also had just one double fault compared to ...
Elbow surgery to cost Phillies OF Johan Rojas rest of season
Philadelphia Phillies outfielder Johan Rojas will not return from suspension after all with the club ruling him out for the remainder of the season on Wednesday to undergo elbow surgery.,Rojas was handed an 80-game suspension in March that began at the start of the regular season after he was determ...
Report: Canada's Ismael Kone (fever) misses training session
Canada midfielder Ismael Kone did not train with the team on Wednesday due to a fever, TSN reported.,Kone, 23, was wearing full gear before getting into a car and leaving practice on Wednesday, two days before the club is set to play its opening match of the World Cup.,Star defenders Moise Bombito (...
Collin Morikawa returns to action at RBC Canadian Open
Collin Morikawa is feeling relaxed -- if not exactly well-rested -- as he competes at the RBC Canadian Open following a four-week absence from the PGA Tour.,Morikawa, 29, has not played since a T55 finish at the PGA Championship while dealing with a nagging back injury and also becoming a first-time...
Wave sign Spanish GK Sandra Panos to 3-year deal
The San Diego Wave announced the signing Wednesday of decorated Spanish goalkeeper Sandra Panos.,Panos, 33, arrives from Liga MX Femenil side Club America on a three-year deal through the 2028 NWSL season.,She previously starred at FC Barcelona as a three-time Champions League winner and five-time L...
Texas AG launches probe into FIFA's ticket practices
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton has launched an investigation into FIFA over alleged deceptive ticketing practices for World Cup matches in his state.,Paxton announced his probe into international soccer's governing body Tuesday, claiming that FIFA misled fans about the location and quality of sea...
Josh Berry out at Wood Brothers Racing in 2027
Josh Berry confirmed Wednesday that he will not be back with Wood Brothers Racing in 2027.,Berry, 35, will finish out his second NASCAR Cup Series season in the shop's No. 21 Ford. He currently ranks 30th in the drivers' standings through 15 starts, with two top-10 finishes.,"You hear the rumor mill...
World Cup primer: Players, places, plotlines and politics
After an unusual and at times underwhelming buildup, the 2026 World Cup is suddenly, finally the spectacle on everyone's mind.,From questions surrounding Neymar's health and fitness for Brazil, to political drama between co-hosts United States and Iran, to European complaints about the intensity of ...
LeBron James on GOAT debate: 'Not taking nobody over me'
LeBron James told Time magazine that he believes he is the greatest basketball player of all time.,When asked the age-old question of who is the GOAT in the NBA, James embraced his own name.,"I'm not taking nobody over me," he told Time in a profile published Monday. "There's no question.",James, ho...
Colorado coach Deion Sanders now 'cancer free'
Colorado head coach Deion Sanders announced he is "cancer free" heading into the 2026 season.,The Pro Football Hall of Famer talked about his battle with bladder cancer Tuesday on "Good Morning America.","I've got my health back. I've got my swagger back," said Sanders, 58. "Last year at this time I...
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Browns sign 1st-round pick WR KC Concepcion
The Cleveland Browns signed first-round draft pick KC Concepcion to his four-year rookie contract on Wednesday.,Concepcion, the 24th overall pick of the 2026 NFL Draft, will receive $19.7 million in fully guaranteed money that includes a $10.8 million signing bonus. The deal also includes a fifth-ye...
Reports: Myles Garrett's revised deal includes $37M guaranteed in '26
Defensive end Myles Garrett's revised deal with the Los Angeles Rams includes a $5.5 million raise for this season, according to numbers reported by multiple outlets Wednesday.,The two-time NFL Defensive Player of the Year was acquired by the Rams in a June 1 trade that sent Pro Bowl pass rusher Jar...
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Alec Burleson, Cards look to extend streaks vs. Mets
The St. Louis Cardinals enjoyed a stress-free victory over the New York Mets on Tuesday.,The Cardinals hope to combine timely hitting, strong defense and stellar pitching again Wednesday night when they visit the Mets for the second game of their three-game series.,St. Louis, which will attempt to m...
Dodgers' Shohei Ohtani continues quest for excellence in clash vs. Pirates
As Shohei Ohtani continues his attack on the record books, he will take the mound for the 11th time this season when the Los Angeles Dodgers face the Pirates in Pittsburgh on Wednesday night.,Ohtani (6-2, 0.74 ERA) will oppose fellow right-hander Jared Jones (1-0, 4.82) of the Pirates as he continue...