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Hoping season-opening issues are fixed, Heat take on Hornets
The Miami Heat had a lot to fix between their first and second games of the season.,They will see how the attempted upgrades turn out when they oppose the host Charlotte Hornets on Saturday night.,"You don't need stats to see it," Miami coach Erik Spoelstra said of shortcomings in the team's season-...
After Game 1 classic, Dodgers aim for 2-0 Series edge on Yanks
LOS ANGELES -- The Los Angeles Dodgers' latest brush with the unthinkable was grand enough to give them the early advantage in the World Series.,The Dodgers won Game 1 over the New York Yankees 6-3 on Friday when Freddie Freeman hit the first game-ending grand slam in World Series history. The titan...
Kraken hope line changes bring continued success vs. Hurricanes
Seattle Kraken center Matty Beniers may or may not be familiar with the Peaches & Herb hit "Reunited." However, the 21-year-old might want to learn the chorus -- "Reunited and it feels so good" -- after his performance Thursday night.,After returning to Seattle's top line with Jordan Eberle and Jare...
Roughriders jockey for playoff position vs. Stampeders
The Saskatchewan Roughriders will know what is at stake by the time they take the field against the Calgary Stampeders at Regina on Saturday in the regular-season finale for both teams.,If the Winnipeg Blue Bombers (10-7-0) lose earlier Saturday to the Montreal Alouettes (12-4-1), the Roughriders (9...
Hornets' Brandon Miller (glute) sidelined for at least one week
Charlotte Hornets swingman Brandon Miller missed Friday's game against the Atlanta Hawks and will be out at least one week due to a strained left glute.,Miller will miss at least three games before being evaluated in a week, according to the team. He played just 11 minutes before exiting in Wednesda...
Colts RB Jonathan Taylor (ankle) slated to return vs. Texans
Indianapolis Colts star running back Jonathan Taylor is expected to play against the Houston Texans on Sunday after missing three games with an ankle injury.,Taylor was a full practice participant on Friday and wasn't given an injury status.,Standout defensive tackle DeForest Buckner (ankle) sat out...
After close call, Jets bid to remain unbeaten vs. Flames
The Winnipeg Jets put their perfect record on the line when they visit the Calgary Flames on Saturday.,Winnipeg, the NHL's last unbeaten squad, has won all seven games this season. The Jets' current win streak is one shy of matching a franchise record, set twice last season.,But as Winnipeg prepares...
Rangers aim to reignite offense vs. low-scoring Ducks
The New York Rangers blazed through their first six games by scoring 31 goals before fizzling out for the first time this season.,Coming off their lowest goal output of the new campaign, the Rangers attempt to avoid consecutive losses for the first time when they host the Anaheim Ducks on Saturday n...
Seahawks WR DK Metcalf (knee) doubtful vs. Bills
Seattle Seahawks wide receiver DK Metcalf is listed as doubtful to play against the visiting Buffalo Bills on Sunday.,Metcalf sustained a Grade 1 strain of the medial collateral ligament in his knee last Sunday in the Seahawks' 34-14 victory over the Atlanta Falcons. ,Seattle head coach Mike Macdona...
Kings hope to keep out of penalty box vs. Utah HC
The Los Angeles Kings will seek their second win in as many games on Saturday afternoon when they host the Utah Hockey Club at their newly renovated home rink.,After playing their first seven games on the road, the Kings finally made their home debut Thursday and posted a 3-2 victory over the San Jo...
Capitals hot on offense entering tussle with Lightning
Through their first six games, the Washington Capitals have been offensive when it comes to opposing defenses. ,The Metropolitan Division club matched its season high with six goals in the last outing and will look to continue the puck-shooting prowess when it travels to face the Tampa Bay Lightning...
Dolphins DE Zach Sieler out with freak eye injury, surgery possible
Miami Dolphins defensive tackle Zach Sieler suffered a freak eye injury in practice Thursday that will keep him out of Sunday's game against the Arizona Cardinals, at a minimum, according to multiple reports Friday.,A poke in the eye during Thursday's practice left Sieler, 29, with a fractured orbit...
Blues having to step up play without star, face Canadiens next
The absence of No. 1 center Robert Thomas will challenge the St. Louis Blues during the next several weeks.,The Blues passed their first test Thursday while defeating the Maple Leafs 5-1 in Toronto. Their next challenge comes against the Montreal Canadiens on Saturday night as they continue their fo...
Cowboys' Dalvin Cook could play vs. 49ers; Micah Parsons out
Dallas Cowboys running back Dalvin Cook appears in line to make his season debut against the San Francisco 49ers on Sunday night in Santa Clara, Calif.,Cowboys coach Mike McCarthy noted the four-time Pro Bowl selection is now up to speed after the latter signed with the team's practice squad on Aug....
After one game, Clippers, Nuggets see huge room for improvement
A loss to start the season isn't a reason to panic, but it does give teams a chance to quickly assess what needs to be fixed.,The Denver Nuggets and Los Angeles Clippers are in that situation after dropping their season openers at home this week. One thing is certain -- one of them will get a victor...
Report: Bronny James to split time between Lakers, G League
Bronny James will continue sharing the court with his legendary father on the Los Angeles Lakers' upcoming road trip before switching to a shuttle between the active roster and the Lakers' South Bay G League affiliate, ESPN reported Friday. ,Bronny James made history with his father, LeBron James, ...
Saints' Chris Olave, Taysom Hill expected to play vs. Chargers
New Orleans Saints wide receiver Chris Olave cleared concussion protocol on Friday, putting him in line to play in Sunday's host game against the Los Angeles Chargers.,Olave was injured in New Orleans' 51-27 loss to the Tampa Bay Buccaneers on Oct. 13 and sat out the Saints' 33-10 setback to the Den...
Report: Pacers C James Wiseman has Achilles surgery
Indiana Pacers center James Wiseman had surgery to repair a torn Achilles tendon, ESPN reported Friday, with a recovery timeline still to be determined.,Wiseman was injured during the first quarter of Wednesday's season-opening win against the Detroit Pistons.,According to the Pacers, Wiseman underw...
Yankees add LHP Nestor Cortes to World Series roster
The New York Yankees added left-hander Nestor Cortes to the roster on Friday in advance of Game 1 of the World Series.,Cortes was not included on the roster in the American League Division Series or the AL Championship Series in victories over the Kansas City Royals and Cleveland Guardians, respecti...
Bruins aim to change attitude, end slide in clash vs. Leafs
Something has to give when the Boston Bruins cross paths with the Toronto Maple Leafs for the first time this season on Saturday. ,The two Original Six rivals enter their matchup in Boston having lost consecutive games in regulation, keeping them separated by just one point in the Atlantic Division....