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OK State driven to swipe second win, tame Avery Johnson, K-State
Oklahoma State limps home for its first game in Stillwater in four weeks, winless in the Big 12 and one of only two power-conference teams with a single FBS victory.,But the Cowboys (1-8, 0-6 Big 12) emerge from a bye week singularly focused on Saturday's matchup with Kansas State (4-5, 3-3), a team...

Cal expects first tougher test of season at Kansas State
Cal will try to continue its best start since 2019 when it visits Kansas State in a nonconference game on Thursday night in Manhattan, Kan.,The Golden Bears have won their first three games, most recently toppling visiting Cal State Fullerton 93-65 on Monday night, but Kansas State will present a mu...

Michigan State placed on 3-year probation, 14 wins vacated
The past three seasons of Michigan State football have essentially been erased.,The Spartans will vacate all 14 of their wins from 2022 to 2024, which includes Jonathan Smith's first year as their head coach, as part of the NCAA's punishment over violations the program committed during former head c...

Stars hope to extend winning streak at Atlantic-leading Habs
The Dallas Stars will try to extend their winning streak to a season-best four games on Thursday, but they will need to win on the road against the Montreal Canadiens, who lead the NHL's Atlantic Division.,The Stars needed to rally from a 2-0 first-period deficit Tuesday to win 3-2 in overtime at Ot...

Patriots rule out RB Rhamondre Stevenson (toe) for clash vs. Jets
New England Patriots starting running back Rhamondre Stevenson will miss his third straight game after being ruled out with a toe injury for Thursday night's home game against the New York Jets.,Stevenson's absence in last Sunday's 28-23 road win over the Tampa Bay Buccaneers helped pave the way for...

No. 17 USC honing in on latest big opportunity vs. No. 21 Iowa
No. 17 Southern California will be out to keep a narrow focus on No. 21 Iowa this Saturday in Los Angeles, knowing that a victory will continue to make the bigger picture come to life.,The Trojans (7-2, 5-1 Big Ten) will need some help to get into the Big Ten championship game, but by winning their ...

Dodgers RHP Tony Gonsolin elects free agency
The two-time defending champion Los Angeles Dodgers lost a pair of players that contributed last season after right-hander Tony Gonsolin elected free agency and catcher Ben Rortvedt was claimed off waivers by the Cincinnati Reds.,Gonsolin, 31, returned this season after not pitching in 2024 followin...

Fresh off history, David Pastrnak's Bruins take on Senators
As the Boston Bruins continue to roll with seven straight wins, so too do the rematches.,After banking back-to-back 5-3 wins over the Toronto Maple Leafs, the Bruins will start a two-game Canadian trip against another Atlantic Division foe in the Ottawa Senators on Thursday night. ,It will be the te...

Guardians' Luis Ortiz pleads not guilty in pitch-rigging case
Cleveland Guardians pitcher Luis Ortiz pleaded not guilty Wednesday to charges related to an alleged pitch-rigging scheme to benefit bettors.,Ortiz entered the guilty pleas in a Brooklyn court, where Magistrate Judge Joseph Marutollo ordered Ortiz released on a $500,000 bond.,He was indicted, along ...

Reports: Ravens QB Lamar Jackson sits out practice
Baltimore Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson did not participate in practice on Wednesday, multiple media outlets reported.,Jackson absorbed several hard hits but finished Sunday's 27-19 victory against the Minnesota Vikings. ,He previously missed three games with a hamstring injury, replaced by Coope...

Report: Louisville working on extension for Jeff Brohm
Louisville is working on a contract extension to keep football coach Jeff Brohm at his alma mater, On3 reported on Wednesday.,Brohm has been linked to the job openings at Penn State and Florida as his Cardinals (7-2, 4-2 ACC) are enjoying another successful season.,Brohm, 54, signed a six-year deal ...

No. 2 Indiana braces for Badgers after close call at Penn State
Indiana realized that remaining at No. 2 in the College Football Playoff ranking was likely after rallying to win at Penn State last week while Ohio State rolled to keep wraps on the No. 1 spot.,That hasn't kept the Hoosiers from aspiring to keep climbing in other areas as they prepare for Saturday'...

Giants to start QB Jameis Winston if Jaxson Dart can't go
The New York Giants elevated veteran Jameis Winston to the role of starting quarterback on Wednesday as rookie Jaxson Dart works his way through concussion protocol.,The move to promote Winston over Russell Wilson was announced Wednesday by interim coach Mike Kafka, who replaced the fired Brian Dabo...

NWSL officially awards 17th franchise to Atlanta
The National Women's Soccer League officially awarded its 17th franchise to Atlanta on Wednesday.,The team will be owned by Arthur Blank and operated by AMB Sports and Entertainment. Blank's sports portfolio also includes the NFL's Atlanta Falcons, Atlanta United FC of MLS and Atlanta Drive Golf Clu...
College Basketball Best Bets Wednesday November 12: Top CBB Picks Today
Wednesday’s college basketball slate features Houston, Tennessee, and Missouri in favorable matchups. Betting breakdowns and best plays for each game....

UFL parts ways with executive VP Daryl Johnston
The UFL parted ways with executive vice president Daryl Johnston on Wednesday.,The league released a statement saying it decided not to renew the former NFL fullback's contract.,"We are grateful to Daryl for his passion, leadership, and unwavering dedication over the past four years," the UFL statem...

Reports: Giants to start Jameis Winston if Jaxson Dart can't go
The New York Giants will turn to veteran quarterback Jameis Winston on Sunday if rookie Jaxson Dart is not cleared from concussion protocol to face the visiting Green Bay Packers, multiple outlets reported Wednesday.,Elevating Winston to the QB2 role over Russell Wilson would be the first major move...
NHL Picks for Wednesday November 12th: Rangers vs. Lightning, Orioles vs. Flyers Bets
Tonight’s NHL slate is small but promising. Breaking down betting angles for Rangers vs. Lightning and Oilers vs. Flyers, with picks on the total and moneyline....

Texas shuffling deck at point guard vs. Fairleigh Dickinson
Texas will experiment with lineup changes to try to build some consistency on both ends of the floor when it faces Fairleigh Dickinson on Wednesday night in Austin, Texas.,The contest will be the Longhorns' second in a four-game homestand against mid-major teams before Texas heads to Hawaii to play ...

NC State sees room for improvement vs. UNC Greensboro
North Carolina State coach Will Wade is finding plenty of areas to address with this team after mostly cruising through two games in the first week of the season.,The next task will come against visiting UNC Greensboro on Wednesday night in Raleigh, N.C.,Wade is dissecting the defense and offense.,"...