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Roger Goodell confirms NFL returning to Mexico City in 2026
NFL commissioner Roger Goodell announced the league will return to Mexico City in 2026, confirming the next game at Estadio Azteca, as the venue nears completion of its World Cup renovation.,"We'll be back in Mexico City next year, which we're thrilled about," the commissioner said at the Leaders in...
Stunning loss motivates Charlotte FC to right the ship vs. D.C. United
Charlotte FC will try to avoid a second straight loss to a struggling opponent when they visit D.C. United on Saturday in their final away match of the MLS regular season.,Charlotte (17-13-2, 53 points) already has qualified for its third consecutive postseason following a MLS record-tying nine-matc...
Upstart Jaguars face true Monday night test against Chiefs
In terms of "Monday Night Football" appearances, the Jacksonville Jaguars and Kansas City Chiefs have been at opposite ends of the spectrum of late.,Jacksonville has played a Monday night game in each of the last two seasons. Before that, there was a 12-year gap between appearances, dating back to 2...
Commanders rule out WR Terry McLaurin vs. Chargers
The Washington Commanders ruled out wide receivers Terry McLaurin and Noah Brown on Thursday for their road game Sunday against the Los Angeles Chargers.,Both receivers missed a second day of practice on Thursday. McLaurin (quad) sat out last Sunday's game at Atlanta while Brown (groin/knee) has bee...
Roughriders hope to snap out of funk vs. last-place Redblacks
The Saskatchewan Roughriders own the best record in the CFL but are currently in a mini-slump.,The Roughriders (10-4) attempt to halt a two-game slide when they visit the struggling Ottawa Redblacks on Friday night.,Ottawa (4-10) has lost four of its last five games and will be eliminated from playo...
Aces, Mercury rehaped rosters en route to berths in WNBA Finals
LAS VEGAS -- In an era of women's basketball largely defined by new blood, the WNBA Finals will feature two familiar franchises in the Las Vegas Aces and Phoenix Mercury that are no strangers to collecting hardware.,However, they were no lock to reach this year's finals, a best-of-seven series begin...
Nashville SC ride trophy high into match with CF Montreal
Nashville SC carry the momentum from winning their first trophy in club history into Saturday's visit to CF Montreal, the penultimate match of the regular season for both teams.,Resting in relatively safe playoff position, Nashville (16-11-5, 53 points) injected some life into the final stretch of t...
Knicks' Josh Hart ejected, injured in Abu Dhabi opener
Josh Hart was injured and ejected on the same play in the Knicks' exhibition win over the Philadelphia 76ers in Abu Dhabi on Thursday. ,Hart, who is wearing a split on his right ring finger following surgery, came down with a rebound and landed awkwardly trying to avoid a tie-up with 76ers forward K...
Hawaii governor envisions 'partnership' with UFC in Aloha Stadium District
If Hawaii Gov. Josh Green has his way, the state's New Aloha Stadium Entertainment District (NASED) will play host to UFC, but not until at least March 2029, when the multi-purpose stadium is slated to be open for business.,Green met with UFC president Dana White and UFC BMF champion and Hawaii nati...
49ers add QB Adrian Martinez ahead of game at Rams
The San Francisco 49ers have promoted quarterback Adrian Martinez from the practice squad to the active roster ahead of Thursday night's road game against the Los Angeles Rams.,The 49ers (3-1) already had ruled out quarterback Brock Purdy (turf toe), making Mac Jones the starter against the Rams (3-...
Paul Azinger: Rory McIlroy can’t have it both ways with fans
Former United States team captains have had mixed reactions to Rory McIlroy's comments last week at the Ryder Cup.,While Tom Watson posted an apology on behalf of the U.S. for the home fans' "rude and mean-spirited behavior" toward McIlroy at Bethpage Black, Paul Azinger is questioning whether McIlr...
Panthers RB Chuba Hubbard (calf) misses another practice
Carolina Panthers running back Chuba Hubbard (calf) sat out his second straight practice on Thursday, putting his status for Sunday's home game against the Miami Dolphins in doubt.,Two other starters, tight end Ja'Tavion Sanders (ankle) and defensive end Tershawn Wharton (toe), along with cornerback...
Braves remove OF Jarred Kelenic from 40-man among 5 moves
In their first step toward lining up personnel for the 2026 season, the Atlanta Braves removed five players from the 40-man roster, including outfielder Jarred Kelenic and right-hander Dane Dunning.,The Braves also removed right-hander Alexis Diaz, catcher Sandy Leon and utility man Luke Williams fr...
Flames LW Jonathan Huberdeau's status unclear after injury
Veteran Calgary Flames left wing Jonathan Huberdeau missed practice Thursday after suffering an undisclosed injury in Wednesday's preseason game against the Vancouver Canucks. ,Calgary general manager Craig Conroy told reporters Thursday that Huberdeau was still being evaluated to determine the exte...
Short-handed Ravens add S Kyle Hamilton to DNP list
The Baltimore Ravens' injury woes continued with safety Kyle Hamilton added to the list of players not practicing Thursday in advance of Sunday's home game against the Houston Texans.,Hamilton, who is listed with a groin injury, had been limited in practice Wednesday. ,Baltimore (1-3) has struggled ...
Penguins RW Bryan Rust (lower body) out at least 2 weeks
Veteran Pittsburgh Penguins right wing Bryan Rust, a longtime linemate of star center Sidney Crosby, is expected to miss the season opener next week.,Rust will be sidelined for a minimum of two weeks with a lower-body injury, the team announced Thursday. The Penguins open the regular season Tuesday ...
Caitlin Clark backs Napheesa Collier's WNBA criticisms
Indiana Fever star Caitlin Clark said Thursday that she supports fellow WNBA player Napheesa Collier ahead of upcoming labor negotiations and that league-wide, players are headed toward a moment they need "to capitalize on.",Clark claimed she was unaware of explosive comments Collier made earlier th...
Report: Jackson LaCombe lands richest deal in Ducks' history
Coming off a breakout campaign, Anaheim Ducks defenseman Jackson LaCombe was rewarded with a lucrative eight-year contract on Thursday.,The team did not disclose the numbers, but Sportsnet reported that it is the largest deal in franchise history at $72 million, or $9 million per season.,LaCombe, 24...
Former LSU coach Ed Orgeron 'ready to coach again'
Former LSU head coach Ed Orgeron said he is ready to return to the sidelines if he can find the right opportunity.,"All depends what the best thing available is," Orgeron told Baton Rouge's WAFB-TV on Wednesday night. "But I'm ready to coach again. I left a little bit of meat on the bone. I'm ready ...
Peter Malnati (chest) WDs from Sanderson Farms
Peter Malnati withdrew from the Sanderson Farms Championship prior to the first round Thursday due to a chest injury.,Scott Piercy replaced Malnati, who won the tournament in 2015 at the Country Club of Jackson in Mississippi.,Malnati, 38, is a two-time PGA Tour winner. He also emerged victorious at...