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Big 12 notebook: K-State's Collin Klein begins HC tenure at alma mater
As a former Heisman Trophy candidate and Big 12 champion at his new (old) school, Collin Klein would seem to be ideally suited for success as a first-year head coach at Kansas State this fall.,However, at Big 12 media days in Frisco, Texas, on Wednesday, Klein was quick to acknowledge the advantages...
Kyle Stowers provides power as Marlins shut out Mariners
Kyle Stowers homered, leading the host Miami Marlins to a 2-0 win over the Mariners on Wednesday night.,Otto Lopez and Xavier Edwards each went 2-for-4 to further power Miami's offense, which totaled eight hits, including one triple and three doubles.,Reliever-turned-starter Tyler Phillips (2-3) ear...
Caitlin Clark returns as Fever continue road trip at Sparks
The sputtering Los Angeles Sparks will try to snap a three-game losing skid on Wednesday when they welcome the visiting Indiana Fever. ,Caitlin Clark (back) will be on the floor Wednesday before sitting out in the second part of a back-to-back against the Phoenix Mercury. She has missed the past two...
France primed for rematch with Morocco side that won't have top scorer
FOXBOROUGH, Mass. -- France and Morocco meet on Thursday in the World Cup's first quarterfinal, reprising their engrossing semifinal in 2022.,France again will be favored after edging that meeting in Qatar 2-0 on an early first goal from Theo Hernandez and late second from Randal Kolo Muani.,And thi...
Egypt demand FIFA investigation into officiating of Argentina match
After Egypt coach Hossam Hassan outlined several complaints in the immediate aftermath of Argentina's come-from-behind 3-2 win in the round of 16 on Tuesday, the Egyptian Football Foundation followed up on Wednesday with two statements amplifying their country's issues with the officiating.,The seco...
Justin Bieber added to World Cup final's halftime show
FIFA confirmed the rumors on Wednesday: Justin Bieber has joined the star-studded lineup for the World Cup final halftime show.,Bieber, BTS, Madonna and Shakira have committed to perform during the 11-minute halftime show on July 19 at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, N.J.,Bieber explained his de...
Michigan State, Arkansas added to Detroit's Thanksgiving sports menu
There is more than football on the Thanksgiving sports menu in Detroit this year, with Michigan State and Arkansas set to play across from Ford Field on Nov. 26 in the CBS Sports Thanksgiving Classic.,The Lions are hosting the Chicago Bears at 1 p.m. ET in their traditional annual Thanksgiving Day g...
Reports: Jorge Jesus expected to take over as Portugal coach
Portugal intends to hire Jorge Jesus to replace Roberto Martinez as head coach, according to Portuguese outlet A Bola.,Martinez stepped down following Portugal's loss to Spain in the 2026 World Cup round of 16. The 1-0 loss was final for mere minutes when Martinez stepped aside. ,"It is the end of t...
Reports: NCAA opens inquiry into Cincinnati regarding Brendan Sorsby
Bearcats coach Scott Satterfield had no comment on Cincinnati's knowledge of former quarterback Brendan Sorsby's betting habits when asked at Big 12 Media Days in Frisco, Texas, on Wednesday.,But NCAA officials notified the University of Cincinnati they have a few follow-up questions they want the f...
Tigers P Justin Verlander to retire after season: 'Time has come'
Detroit Tigers right-hander Justin Verlander will retire at the end of the season, his 21st in the majors.,Verlander's announcement Wednesday came as he was named to the American League roster for the 2026 All-Star Game as a "legend pick.","I never wanted to retire because of a milestone, a number, ...
Tigers' Justin Verlander named to All-Star Game as 'legend pick'
Detroit Tigers right-hander Justin Verlander has been named to the American League roster for the 2026 All-Star Game as a "legend pick," commissioner Rob Manfred announced Wednesday.,Verlander, 43, will head to the All-Star Game for the 10th time. He is injured, however, and will not participate in ...
Scottish Open Predictions: Top Bets, Longshots and First-Round Picks
Looking for Scottish Open predictions? Check out the top golf bets, sleepers and first-round picks for this week's tournament in Scotland...
Could the Brewers Land Tarik Skubal? The Blockbuster MLB Trade We Want to See
Could Tarik Skubal be on the move? A look at the dream trade between the Tigers and Brewers that would reshape the playoff picture....
MLB Picks for Today: Why the Marlins and Yankees Offer Betting Value
Looking for MLB picks today? Check out why the Marlins' hot offense and the Yankees against a lefty offer strong betting opportunities....
Michael McGreevy's birthday wish? For Cards to end skid vs. Brewers
Michael McGreevy faces a tall task on his 26th birthday as the St. Louis Cardinals send him to the mound against the visiting Milwaukee Brewers on Wednesday, hoping the right-hander can end the team's four-game skid.,Cardinals Manager Oliver Marmol pushed McGreevy's spot in the rotation back two day...
Boisterous Twins eager to take series vs. Guardians
The decibel level is increasing in the Minnesota Twins' dugout.,For the Twins, that's a good thing.,"We're yelling in the dugout, the locker room is phenomenal, everybody is having a good time," Twins right-hander Taj Bradley said after the team's third consecutive win Tuesday. "Bus rides, plane rid...
Nationals' Foster Griffin strives to stay in top form vs. Astros
Washington Nationals left-hander Foster Griffin ranks among the National League leaders in several pitching categories, including wins, ERA and batting average against.,He is not, however, an NL All-Star. ,Griffin (9-2, 2.87 ERA) will have one more chance to make a case as a potential late replaceme...
Marlins' Tyler Phillips, clinging to rotation spot, aims to tame M's
The Tyler Phillips experiment does not appear to be working.,Phillips, who began the season as a Marlins reliever, will start on Wednesday when Miami plays host to the Seattle Mariners.,In 16 relief appearances this year, Phillips has a 1.82 ERA with two saves. In seven starts, all since late May, h...
Rookie Luis Lara, 7-run inning help Brewers sweep Cards
Luis Lara made sure his first major league game was a memorable one as the Milwaukee Brewers prospect drove in a pair for the visitors, who beat the St. Louis Cardinals 10-2 and swept a Tuesday doubleheader.,Robert Gasser (2-3) allowed just four hits and a walk while lasting a personal-best 7 2/3 in...
Jessica Shepard's triple-double carries Wings past Liberty
Jessica Shepard notched a triple-double and Awak Kuier logged a double-double Tuesday night as the visiting Dallas Wings posted an 88-77 win over the New York Liberty.,Shepard finished with 22 points, 12 rebounds and 11 assists for the Wings (14-8), her third triple-double of the season. Kuier added...