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Vikings DC Brian Flores: Tua Tagovailoa criticism 'hit me'
Vikings defensive coordinator Brian Flores felt the emotional toll of former pupil Tua Tagovailoa's criticism but vowed to use the harsh assessment to grow as a coach. ,Flores was joined by current Minnesota players on Tuesday and responded to the Dolphins' quarterback telling "The Dan LeBatard Show...
Reds lose 1B/3B Jeimer Candelario to broken big toe
The Cincinnati Reds placed Jeimer Candelario on the 10-day injured list Tuesday with a fractured left big toe.,He is batting .225 with 20 homers, 23 doubles and 56 RBIs in 112 games in his first season with the Reds.,Candelario, 30, has made 53 starts at third base, 32 at designated hitter and 26 at...
Cardinals activate Matt Carpenter, release Brandon Crawford
The St. Louis Cardinals activated designated hitter/infielder Matt Carpenter from the 10-day injured list and granted infielder Brandon Crawford his unconditional release on Tuesday.,The Cardinals also optioned former top outfield prospect Jordan Walker to Triple-A Memphis and recalled infielder Luk...
Depleted Diamondbacks sign INF Luis Guillorme
The Arizona Diamondbacks signed veteran infielder Luis Guillorme on Tuesday, one day after losing second baseman Ketel Marte to the injured list.,Guillorme, 29, started this season with the Atlanta Braves and was traded on May 9 to the Los Angeles Angels, who designated him for assignment last week....
Bears to preserve Caleb Williams, starters in preseason finale
Caleb Williams and the majority of the Chicago Bears' starters are done playing preseason games this summer, head coach Matt Eberflus said Tuesday.,The No. 1 pick in the 2024 draft, Williams was named the starter for the Bears in May and had 170 passing yards and 20 rushing yards with a touchdown in...
No. 10 Florida State, Georgia Tech kick off 2024 season in Dublin
For 229 days, the college football world has awaited the return of the ever-changing sport.,No team is more eager to get back to the proving grounds than No. 10 Florida State.,Georgia Tech and Florida State kick off the 2024 season on Saturday in Dublin, Ireland. Saturday marks the ninth college foo...
49ers OL Jon Feliciano (knee) to start season on IR
San Francisco 49ers offensive lineman Jon Feliciano will begin the season on injured reserve following his recent knee surgery.,Coach Kyle Shanahan provided the update Tuesday for Feliciano, who is listed as the backup to right guard Spencer Burford on the team's depth chart.,Feliciano, 32, started ...
Gabby Williams re-signs with Storm after Olympic silver
The Seattle Storm re-signed veteran forward Gabby Williams for the remainder of the 2024 WNBA season.,Tuesday's transaction comes after Williams, 27, led France to a silver medal at the Paris Olympics.,Williams averaged 7.7 points, 4.7 rebounds, 3.2 assists and 1.5 steals in 46 games (44 starts) for...
Reports: Diamondbacks signing INF Luis Guillorme
The Arizona Diamondbacks are signing veteran infielder Luis Guillorme after losing second baseman Ketel Marte to the injured list, multiple outlets reported on Tuesday.,Guillorme, 29, started this season with the Atlanta Braves and was traded on May 9 to the Los Angeles Angels, who designated him fo...
Lions RB Jahmyr Gibbs (hamstring) 'trending the right way'
Detroit Lions running back Jahmyr Gibbs is on track to play in the season opener as his injured hamstring continues to improve, coach Dan Campbell said Tuesday.,Gibbs, 22, hasn't practiced since Aug. 12.,Campbell said he expects Gibbs to return to practice next week in preparation for the Sept. 8 op...
Cubs release reliever Hector Neris
The Chicago Cubs released reliever Hector Neris and called up fellow right-hander Jack Neely on Tuesday.,Neris, recently designated for assignment, signed a one-year, $9 million contract in the offseason. The deal included a $9 million team option for 2025.,That would have converted to a player opti...
Delaware State scrambles after missed flight to Hawaii
Delaware State football's long trip to face Hawaii in the team's season opener just got longer.,The Star-Advertiser in Honolulu reported Tuesday that the Hornets missed their scheduled 10.5-hour flight to the city because of what was termed "a bus snafu" as the team attempted to reach John F. Kenned...
Lynx acquire F Myisha Hines-Allen from Mystics
The Minnesota Lynx acquired forward Myisha Hines-Allen from the Washington Mystics on Tuesday in exchange for guard Olivia Epoupa, forward Sika Kone and a second-round pick in the 2026 WNBA Draft.,The Mystics promptly waived Epoupa and guard DiDi Richards following the trade.,Hines-Allen, 28, is ave...
Cowboys WR Brandin Cooks (personal) leaves camp
Dallas Cowboys wide receiver Brandin Cooks left training camp for personal reasons on Tuesday.,Coach Mike McCarthy said Cooks won't return to Oxnard, Calif., and will rejoin the team in Texas.,"Everything is good," McCarthy said. "It's a good thing. But he won't practice today or tomorrow.",Dallas h...
South Carolina QB LaNorris Sellers to start season opener
LaNorris Sellers has been named South Carolina's starting quarterback for its 2024 season opener.,Gamecocks coach Shane Beamer announced Tuesday that Sellers beat out Auburn transfer Robby Ashford for the honor. South Carolina opens its season against Old Dominion on Aug. 31 in Columbia, S.C.,"LaNor...
UConn to headline 40th Maui Invitational
The Maui Invitational, displaced last year because of devastating fires on the island, is returning to Maui this fall with back-to-back national champion UConn in the field.,The prominent tournament will mark its 40th anniversary when it is held Nov. 25-27 at the Lahaina Civic Center in Maui.,Joinin...
Dolphins WR Tyreek Hill wearing brace on right hand
Miami Dolphins star wide receiver Tyreek Hill was spotted wearing a protective brace on his right hand during Tuesday's practice.,Per the Miami Herald, Hill participated in some on-field work during individual drills but did not catch a pass during the session.,It was unclear when Hill sustained the...
Flyers waive Ryan Johansen, claim breach of contract
The Philadelphia Flyers placed forward Ryan Johansen on unconditional waivers for the purpose of terminating his contract due to a "material breach.","The Flyers will have no further comment at this time," the team said following Tuesday's terse announcement on social media.,Johansen, 32, never appe...
Orlando City sign 20-year-old Norwegian midfielder
Orlando City announced the acquisition of midfielder Heine Gikling Bruseth from Norway's Kristiansund BK on Tuesday.,The 20-year-old Norwegian is signed through 2026 with options for 2027 and 2028. He will occupy a U22 Initiative roster spot.,"We're very happy to welcome Heine to Orlando. He is a yo...
Report: With QBs aplenty, Browns to listen to trade offers
The Cleveland Browns have a full quarterback room and have talked with "multiple teams" about a possible trade for second-year quarterback Dorian Thompson-Robinson, The Athletic reported Tuesday.,Deshaun Watson is the incumbent starter with Jameis Winston his expected backup. That leaves veteran Tyl...