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Lawsuit accuses Pelicans' Zion Williamson of rape, abuse
New Orleans Pelicans star Zion Williamson was accused of rape in a lawsuit filed this week in Los Angeles, the New York Post reported on Friday.,In the suit filed Thursday in Los Angeles Superior Court, the woman -- identified as Jane Doe from Seattle -- alleges Williamson sexually assaulted her twi...
Music City set for encore after 2024's five-OT thriller
As the NASCAR Cup Series moves to Tennessee for Sunday night's Cracker Barrel 400 at Nashville Superspeedway, former series champion Brad Keselowski still was thinking about the just-completed visit to Charlotte. ,After battling late into last Sunday night in the Coca-Cola 600 at Charlotte Motor Spe...
Orioles place OF Cedric Mullins (hamstring) on IL
The Baltimore Orioles placed center fielder Cedric Mullins on the 10-day injured list Friday with a right hamstring strain.,The team also signed utilityman Cooper Hummel to a one-year contract and transferred right-hander Cody Poteet to the 60-day injured list.,Mullins, 30, is batting .232 and leads...
Lawsuit accuses Pelicans' Zion Williamson of rape
New Orleans Pelicans star Zion Williamson was accused of rape in a lawsuit filed this week in Los Angeles, the New York Post reported on Friday.,In the suit filed Thursday in Los Angeles Superior Court, the woman -- identified as Jane Doe -- alleges Williamson sexually assaulted her twice in 2020.,T...
The AL Central Is No Longer a Joke: Might Be Baseball’s Best Division
After years as MLB’s punching bag, the American League Central has flipped the script. With rising stars, dominant pitching, and a playoff surge, the division is suddenly stacked....
Reports: Angels set to activate Mike Trout on Friday
After one month on the injured list, Mike Trout is set to return to action when the Los Angeles Angels open a road series against the Cleveland Guardians on Friday.,The three-time American League Most Valuable Player sustained a bone bruise on his surgically repaired left knee while trying to beat o...
Justin Fields: 'Sky's the limit' for Jets' offense
Justin Fields' young NFL career has been marked by turmoil and disappointment, but the new quarterback of the New York Jets isn't lacking confidence heading into the 2025 season.,"I think I can be great," Fields said Thursday after the Jets' OTA practice. "That's been the goal for me my whole life, ...
SEC says all fines for storming field, court now $500K
Host teams in the Southeastern Conference whose fans storm the field or the court after an upset will now face a set fine of $500,000, commissioner Greg Sankey announced on Thursday at the SEC's spring meetings.,The SEC had previously implemented an escalating fine system, starting at $100,000 for a...
Guardians look to build momentum against struggling Angels
The Cleveland Guardians have survived their first major test of the season, which came in the form of a seven-game stretch against the best team in baseball as well as the defending World Series champion.,Cleveland continues its homestand Friday against a very different squad in the Los Angeles Ange...
NCAA president weighing tournament expansion to 76 teams
March Madness could soon become even bigger, if Charlie Baker has his way.,Speaking Thursday during the Big 12 spring meetings, the NCAA president said he sees value in expanding the NCAA Tournament to potentially 76 teams with hopes of coming to a decision on the matter in the next few months.,"We'...
NFL announces five nationally televised preseason games
The NFL announced the five nationally televised prime-time 2025 preseason games on Thursday.,Action begins with the Los Angeles Chargers facing the Detroit Lions in the Hall of Fame Game in Canton, Ohio, on Thursday, July 31. The game will air on NBC.,In Week 2 of the preseason, the Buffalo Bills wi...
Timbers waive D Miguel Araujo
The Portland Timbers waved defender Miguel Araujo on Thursday.,The 30-year-old Peruvian recorded four assists in 25 MLS matches (19 starts) with Portland from 2023-24.,"This decision allows Miguel to focus on his next sporting opportunity and gives us further ability to explore options to strengthen...
Earthquakes prevail to extend Galaxy's winless start
Ousseni Bouda scored in the 74th minute and the San Jose Earthquakes continued the woes of the Los Angeles Galaxy with a 1-0 victory on Wednesday night in the California Clasico at Carson, Calif.,The setback extended the Galaxy's dubious record for worst start in MLS history to 16 games. The histori...
San Jose prevails to extend Galaxy's winless start
Ousseni Bouda scored in the 74th minute and the San Jose Earthquakes continued the woes of the Los Angeles Galaxy with a 1-0 victory on Wednesday night in the California Clasico at Carson, Calif.,The setback extended the Galaxy's dubious record for worst start in MLS history to 16 games. The histori...
One run enough as Yankees finish sweep of Angels
Clarke Schmidt and three relievers combined shut out the Los Angeles Angels on five hits in the New York Yankees' 1-0 victory Wednesday night in Anaheim, Calif.,Schmidt (2-2) threw six scoreless innings and was followed by Ian Hamilton (1 2/3 innings), Tim Hill (1/3 inning) and Mark Leiter Jr. (one ...
Kai Wagner, Union rally late to top Toronto FC
Kai Wagner had a pair of second-half goal contributions, and visiting Philadelphia Union rallied late for a 2-1 win over Toronto FC on Wednesday.,Wagner assisted on Nathan Harriel game-tying goal in the 86th minute, then scored in the second minute of second-half stoppage time.,Eastern Conference-le...
Angels DFA former All-Star, batting champ Tim Anderson
The Los Angeles Angels have designated shortstop Tim Anderson for assignment as part of several roster moves announced Wednesday.,The team also reinstated right-handed pitcher Robert Stephenson from the 60-day injury list, selected infielder Scott Kingery's contract from Triple-A Salt Lake, optioned...
Braves-Phillies ppd., split doubleheader on tap for Thursday
Wednesday's game between the Atlanta Braves and host Philadelphia Phillies has been postponed due to inclement weather.,The game has been rescheduled to open a split doubleheader on Thursday at Citizens Bank Park.,The first game is slated for 1:05 p.m. ET, with the originally scheduled night game re...
Former Falcons QB helping Michael Penix Jr. 'be a pro'
There was no sign of high-paid backup quarterback Kirk Cousins at the Falcons' facility this week, but lines of communication are active between Atlanta starter Michael Penix Jr. and another former Falcons first-rounder. ,Matt Ryan, 40, became a sounding board for Penix in the offseason, taking his ...
Giants coach on WR Malik Nabers' toe injury: 'Nothing serious'
New York Giants head coach Brian Daboll didn't sound too concerned about a toe injury that is preventing Malik Nabers from participating in practice.,"Malik will be out here today, but he won't be participating," Daboll said prior to the Giants' second practice of organized team activities on Wednes...