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Starting pitchers return from IL for Nationals, Marlins
When the season started in late March, the Washington Nationals and Miami Marlins were regarded as two young teams not ready to contend for playoff berths.,Five-plus months later, that's exactly how it's played out for the clubs that are set to meet for the final time this year on Thursday in Miami....

Nationals activate LHP MacKenzie Gore to start vs. Marlins
The Washington Nationals activated left-hander MacKenzie Gore off the 15-day injured list to start Thursday night's road game against the Miami Marlins.,Gore has been sidelined with left shoulder inflammation. The All-Star last pitched for Washington on Aug. 26 when he gave up three runs and three h...

All-Star 2B Ketel Marte expected back for Diamondbacks against Twins
The Arizona Diamondbacks admittedly have an uphill climb in their quest to secure the final wild-card spot in the National League.,Fortunately for the Diamondbacks, they appear to have avoided another obstacle with respect to the health of second baseman Ketel Marte.,The three-time All-Star likely w...

Minnesota's big tests: Cal's QB and the time zone change
It will be a rare edition of Late Night with Gopher Football on Saturday when Minnesota faces Cal in Berkeley, Calif.,Make that a very late night.,The contest will kick off at 7:30 p.m. local time -- 9:30 p.m. CT -- and likely will not end much before 1 a.m. for folks watching back home in the Twin ...

NL Central-leading Brewers out to rebound vs. Cardinals
The Milwaukee Brewers will look to bounce back from a rare sweep behind right-hander Quinn Priester when they face the visiting St. Louis Cardinals on Friday in the opener of a three-game series., ,Priester (12-2, 3.25 ERA) will be opposed by Cardinals right-hander Andre Pallante (6-13, 5.28)., ,Mil...

Vikings place LB Blake Cashman, RB/KR Ty Chandler on IR
The Minnesota Vikings placed standout linebacker Blake Cashman on injured reserve on Thursday due to a hamstring injury.,Running back/returner Ty Chandler (knee) also was placed on IR. Cashman and Chandler each will miss at least four games.,Cashman had three tackles before exiting Monday night's 27...

NFL reviewing domestic violence allegations against Dolphins WR Tyreek Hill
Miami Dolphins wideout Tyreek Hill is being investigated by the NFL for multiple accounts of domestic violence against his estranged wife since March of 2024, The Athletic reported Thursday.,As many as eight instances of domestic violence were alleged in a lawsuit brought by Lakeeta Vaccaro Hill, 28...

Week 2 TNF: Commanders-Packers Preview, Props, Prediction
The Washington Commanders visit Lambeau Field on Thursday night seeking a statement victory against a Green Bay Packers team consider to be among the NFC favorites this season.,The Packers are coming off an impressive 27-13 season-opening victory against defending NFC North champion Detroit, while t...

Bucs WR Chris Godwin, LT Tristan Wirfs return to practice
Tampa Bay Buccaneers wide receiver Chris Godwin returned to practice on a limited basis Thursday, and head coach Todd Bowles said he's not ruling him out for Monday's game at Houston.,Bowles also said Thursday left tackle Tristan Wirfs has a chance to play on "Monday Night Football" at the Texans. W...

Reds activate pitchers Chase Burns, Graham Ashcraft from IL
The Cincinnati Reds activated rookie fireballer Chase Burns and fellow right-hander Graham Ashcraft from the 15-day injured list on Thursday.,Burns, 22, has not pitched for the Reds since Aug. 8 due to a Grade 1 flexor strain in his right elbow. He is 0-3 with a 5.24 ERA in eight starts, striking ou...

Zach Collaros out as Blue Bombers face Tiger-Cats
The Winnipeg Blue Bombers will be without their starting quarterback when they visit the East-leading Hamilton Tiger-Cats on Friday night., ,Winnipeg (6-6) is coming off back-to-back losses to Saskatchewan. The Bombers built a 13-3 lead in the second quarter last Saturday but were shut out in the se...

NCAA: Betting schemes involved 13 players at six schools
An NCAA probe found that 13 men's college basketball players at six schools participated in gambling schemes.,The findings released Thursday cited players formerly associated with Arizona State, Eastern Michigan, Mississippi Valley State, New Orleans, North Carolina A&T and Temple.,Alleged behaviors...

Former NBA player Jason Collins treated for brain tumor
Former NBA player Jason Collins is undergoing treatment for a brain tumor, the NBA announced Thursday.,"Jason and his family welcome your support and prayers and kindly ask for privacy as they dedicate their attention to Jason's health and well-being," the league said in a statement.,A 7-foot center...

Panthers fire employee for insensitive post about Charlie Kirk
The Carolina Panthers fired an employee in their communications department following an insensitive social media post about the shooting death of conservative activist Charlie Kirk, the Charlotte Observer reported Thursday.,Football communications coordinator Charlie Rock made the post on Instagram ...

Virginia Tech out to avoid slumber in second half vs. Old Dominion
Given the way that Virginia Tech flatlined in the second half of a humiliating loss last week, the Hokies might want to consider shifting their signature pregame hype song "Enter Sandman" to halftime.,Playlists aside, the Hokies (0-2) will look to play a complete game on Saturday when they host Old ...

4 suspects arrested in shooting of FSU's Ethan Pritchard
Four suspects have been arrested in connection with the Aug. 31 shooting of a Florida State football player who remains in critical condition.,Freshman linebacker Ethan Pritchard was shot in his vehicle outside of an apartment complex in Havana, Fla., about 15 miles from the Tallahassee campus. Two ...

Report: Bucs WR Chris Godwin (ankle) returns to practice
Tampa Bay Buccaneers wide receiver Chris Godwin returned to practice on a limited basis Thursday, NFL Network reported.,It's a positive sign for the Bucs as he takes the next step in his return from a devastating ankle injury last season.,Reports last week indicated that Godwin is targeting a Week 5...

Cincinnati looking to air it out against Northwestern State
Cincinnati looks to continue its improvement in the passing game on Saturday against visiting Northwestern State.,Brendan Sorsby threw for 333 yards with three first-half touchdowns for the Bearcats (1-1) last weekend in a 34-20 victory against Bowling Green. He was limited to 69 passing yards in th...

Report: Wisconsin QB Billy Edwards Jr. doubtful at Alabama
Wisconsin quarterback Billy Edwards Jr. is expected to miss his second straight game on Saturday at No. 19 Alabama, ESPN reported Thursday.,Danny O'Neil likely will be under center again for the Badgers (2-0) after throwing for 283 yards and three scores in last week's 42-10 win against Middle Tenne...

North Carolina looks to locate ground game vs. Richmond
North Carolina coach Bill Belichick said it feels like a normal week as the Tar Heels prepare to face Richmond on Saturday afternoon at Chapel Hill, N.C.,There was massive build-up to the Tar Heels' first game under Belichick on Sept. 1, and then a quick turnaround before a 20-3 victory at Charlotte...