Saturday, July 26 2014 11:03 AM EDT2014-07-26 15:03:28 GMT
The Baseball Hall of Fame has reduced the number of years a player can remain eligible to be voted in by the writers to 10 years from 15, giving Barry Bonds and Roger Clemens less time to be considered.More >>
The Baseball Hall of Fame has reduced the number of years a player can remain eligible to be voted in by the writers to 10 years from 15, giving Barry Bonds and Roger Clemens less time to be considered.More >>
Saturday, July 26 2014 10:33 AM EDT2014-07-26 14:33:59 GMT
By JON KRAWCZYNSKI AP Basketball Writer A person with knowledge of the situation tells The Associated Press that Kevin Love has withdrawn from this summer's USA Basketball roster because of...More >>
By JON KRAWCZYNSKI AP Basketball Writer Kevin Love has withdrawn from this summer's USA Basketball roster because of his uncertain NBA status, leaving the Americans without one of their most...More >>
Friday, July 25 2014 11:43 PM EDT2014-07-26 03:43:33 GMT
David Price won his sixth start in a row, Evan Longoria hit a three-run double and the Tampa Bay Rays earned their eighth straight victory, beating the Boston Red Sox 6-4 on Friday night.More >>
David Price and the Tampa Bay Rays are on quite a roll.More >>
Friday, July 25 2014 8:44 PM EDT2014-07-26 00:44:39 GMT
Browns quarterback Johnny Manziel says he "made some rookie" mistakes during the offseason and vowed to be focused on just football in the future.More >>
Like reading a blitz, Johnny Manziel knew the questions about his off-field wildness were coming. So the Browns quarterback struck first.More >>
Friday, July 25 2014 7:05 PM EDT2014-07-25 23:05:16 GMT
Two-time winner Jim Furyk birdied two of his last four holes Friday for a 7-under 63 and a share of the Canadian Open lead with Tim Petrovic.More >>
Two-time winner Jim Furyk birdied two of his last four holes Friday in the Canadian Open to match the Royal Montreal record at 7-under 63 and tie Tim Petrovic atop the leaderboard.More >>
Friday, July 25 2014 6:15 PM EDT2014-07-25 22:15:50 GMT
A judge on Friday convicted Dallas Cowboys linebacker Rolando McClain of resisting arrest and disorderly conduct in his Alabama hometown and imposed an 18-day jail term that could interrupt the player's bid to...More >>
A judge on Friday convicted Dallas Cowboys linebacker Rolando McClain of resisting arrest and disorderly conduct in his Alabama hometown and imposed an 18-day jail term that could interrupt the player's bid to restart...More >>
Friday, July 25 2014 5:44 PM EDT2014-07-25 21:44:19 GMT
The United States shuffled its lineup in the second round of the International Crown and got the desired result, beat Spain twice Friday to earn its first points in the eight-country competition.More >>
A switch in pairings led to a change in fortune for the United States in the International Crown.More >>
Friday, July 25 2014 4:44 PM EDT2014-07-25 20:44:46 GMT
Tour de France riders are heading northward on a mostly flat Stage 19 that's likely to end in a bunch sprint.More >>
Ramunas Navardauskas gave Lithuania and his American team a stage victory Friday at the Tour de France. Now cycling's great showcase is reduced to this - the race for second place behind Vincenzo Nibali.More >>
Friday, July 25 2014 3:14 PM EDT2014-07-25 19:14:19 GMT
Baltimore Ravens running back Ray Rice has received a two-game suspension from the NFL following his offseason arrest for domestic violence.More >>
Baltimore Ravens running back Ray Rice received a two-game suspension from the NFL on Thursday following his offseason arrest for domestic violence.More >>
Friday, July 25 2014 12:13 PM EDT2014-07-25 16:13:56 GMT
It was the first bout of the boxing competition at the Commonwealth Games. Within minutes, one of the fighters had a large lump on his head, and the other had blood streaming down his face.More >>
It was the first bout of the boxing competition at the Commonwealth Games. Within minutes, Mathew Martin of Nauru had a large lump on his head from a punch. Northern Ireland's Michael Conlan, who won unanimously on...More >>
Friday, July 25 2014 11:43 AM EDT2014-07-25 15:43:12 GMT
Lewis Hamilton posted the fastest time in the first and second practices for the Hungarian Grand Prix, escorted by teammate Nico Rosberg on Friday.More >>
Lewis Hamilton posted the fastest time in the first and second practices for the Hungarian Grand Prix on Friday, with Mercedes teammate Nico Rosberg second.More >>
Friday, July 25 2014 7:22 AM EDT2014-07-25 11:22:13 GMT
European 400-meter hurdles champion Rhys Williams is out of the Commonwealth Games after becoming the second Welsh athlete suspended for a doping offense this month.More >>
European 400-meter hurdles champion Rhys Williams was ruled out of the Commonwealth Games on Friday after becoming the second Welsh athlete suspended for a doping offense this month.More >>
Thursday, July 24 2014 11:24 PM EDT2014-07-25 03:24:14 GMT
Marshawn Lynch is not expected to be present for the first day of the Seattle Seahawks' training camp according to close friend and former teammate Michael Robinson.More >>
Marshawn Lynch isn't expected to be present for the first day of the Seattle Seahawks' training camp, close friend and former teammate Michael Robinson said Thursday.More >>
Thursday, July 24 2014 11:23 PM EDT2014-07-25 03:23:56 GMT
A person close to the situation says a Buffalo Bills prospective ownership group that includes rocker Jon Bon Jovi has conducted a feasibility study into buying the NFL franchise and building a stadium in Toronto.More >>
A Buffalo Bills prospective ownership group that includes rocker Jon Bon Jovi has conducted a feasibility study into buying the NFL franchise and building a stadium in Toronto, a person close to the situation said.More >>
Thursday, July 24 2014 10:24 PM EDT2014-07-25 02:24:24 GMT
Corey Kluber of the Cleveland Indians is pitching a perfect game through six innings against the Kansas City Royals.More >>
Corey Kluber of the Cleveland Indians has had his perfect game broken up with a one-out single in the seventh inning by Omar Infante of the Kansas City Royals.More >>
Thursday, July 24 2014 8:52 PM EDT2014-07-25 00:52:36 GMT
A person with knowledge of the meeting tells The Associated Press that Cleveland Browns wide receiver Josh Gordon will have a hearing with NFL officials in New York on Aug. 1.More >>
The Browns may soon learn whether they'll have Josh Gordon this season.More >>
Thursday, July 24 2014 8:42 PM EDT2014-07-25 00:42:04 GMT
Michael Putnam and Tim Petrovic shared the first-round lead in the Canadian Open on Thursday, shooting 6-under 64 in sunny conditions at rain-softened Royal Montreal.More >>
Tim Petrovic and Michael Putnam shared the first-round lead in the Canadian Open on Thursday, shooting 6-under 64 in sunny, breezy afternoon conditions at rain-softened Royal Montreal.More >>
Thursday, July 24 2014 6:56 PM EDT2014-07-24 22:56:35 GMT
Vincenzo Nibali has won the 18th stage of the Tour de France, emphatically stamping his dominance on the race in its last mountain leg with a solo breakaway on the day's last climb.More >>
As his team hoped, Vincenzo Nibali demonstrated he's the "boss" of the Tour de France. Just don't compare him to the last rider to regularly bear that sobriquet at cycling's greatest race, Lance Armstrong.More >>
Thursday, July 24 2014 6:53 PM EDT2014-07-24 22:53:36 GMT
Flush with cash, the Packers have a 112,000 name-long waiting list for season tickets filled with die-hards eager to see a team that figures to be an NFC contender for years to come.More >>
Flush with cash, the Packers have a 112,000 name-long waiting list for season tickets filled with die-hards eager to see a team that figures to be an NFC contender for years to come.More >>
Thursday, July 24 2014 5:34 PM EDT2014-07-24 21:34:03 GMT
Yani Tseng made a 12-foot birdie putt on the 18th hole to give Taiwan a sweep of the top-seeded United States team Thursday in the opening round of the International Crown.More >>
A winless day left the top-seeded United States with the feeling there's nothing left to lose in their quest to capture the International CrownMore >>
Thursday, July 24 2014 5:23 PM EDT2014-07-24 21:23:32 GMT
Two University of Texas football players were arrested and charged Thursday with felony sexual assault after a female student said she was raped in a campus dorm room last month.More >>
Two University of Texas football players were arrested and charged Thursday with felony sexual assault after a female student said she was raped in a campus dorm room last month.More >>
Thursday, July 24 2014 3:54 PM EDT2014-07-24 19:54:27 GMT
Though his physical condition is no longer a big question mark for Peyton Manning, when he looks around at training camp, he must feel like he's starting over again.More >>
Though his physical condition is no longer a big question mark for Peyton Manning, when he looks around at training camp, he must feel like he's starting over again.More >>
Thursday, July 24 2014 3:35 PM EDT2014-07-24 19:35:32 GMT
The Tennessee Titans have agreed to terms with left tackle Taylor Lewan, making the 11th overall selection out of Michigan the last of this year's draft picks to reach a deal.More >>
The Tennessee Titans agreed to terms with left tackle Taylor Lewan on Thursday, making the 11th overall selection out of Michigan the last of this year's draft picks to reach a deal.More >>
Thursday, July 24 2014 1:34 PM EDT2014-07-24 17:34:13 GMT
Lewis Hamilton says he and Mercedes would like to extend his contract with the Formula One team beyond next year, although they have yet to hold formal talks about a new deal.More >>
Lewis Hamilton says he and Mercedes want to extend his contract beyond next year, although they have yet to hold formal talks about a new deal.More >>
Thursday, July 24 2014 9:55 AM EDT2014-07-24 13:55:28 GMT
Federal and local law enforcement agencies in Austria are investigating an incident in which pro-Palestinian protesters stormed the pitch during a football match between an Israeli club and a French team.More >>
Federal and local law enforcement agencies in Austria are investigating an incident in which pro-Palestinian protesters stormed the pitch during a football match between an Israeli club and a French team.More >>
Thursday, July 24 2014 2:59 AM EDT2014-07-24 06:59:55 GMT
Manchester United made an impressive debut under coach Louis van Gaal on Wednesday night, with Wayne Rooney scoring twice late in the first half of a 7-0 victory over the LA Galaxy.More >>
Although Louis van Gaal intends to restore Manchester United to its former international glory, even the veteran coach was impressed when his new club scored a virtual touchdown at the Rose Bowl.More >>
Thursday, July 24 2014 1:33 AM EDT2014-07-24 05:33:27 GMT
The NCAA enforcement director is firing back at criticism.More >>
Jonathan Duncan understands that a perfect NCAA enforcement division won't catch every cheater in college sports. He still believes his team is getting the job done.More >>
Thursday, July 24 2014 1:22 AM EDT2014-07-24 05:22:19 GMT
Experimentation with human growth hormones by America's teens more than doubled in the past year, as more young people looked to drugs to boost their athletic performance and improve their looks, according to a...More >>
Experimentation with human growth hormones by America's teens more than doubled in the past year, as more young people looked to drugs to boost their athletic performance and improve their looks, according to a new,...More >>
Wednesday, July 23 2014 9:23 PM EDT2014-07-24 01:23:43 GMT
Coach Doc Rivers has said he'll resign from the Los Angeles Clippers if Donald Sterling remains owner, the team's interim CEO testified, saying such a move would be a "disaster" for the franchise.More >>
Testimony ended Wednesday in the trial to determine whether Donald Sterling's estranged wife can sell the Los Angeles Clippers in a proposed $2 billion deal with former Microsoft CEO Steve Ballmer.More >>
Wednesday, July 23 2014 7:30 PM EDT2014-07-23 23:30:15 GMT
The Tour de France pack has embarked on Stage 17, the shortest leg of the three-week race featuring three tough climbs plus an uphill finish in the Pyrenees.More >>
On the last of four Pyrenees ascents, Rafal Majka winked at a French TV camera and tugged playfully at a motorcycle's antenna.More >>
Wednesday, July 23 2014 6:27 PM EDT2014-07-23 22:27:33 GMT
Bartolo Colon of the New York Mets has a perfect game through six innings against the Seattle Mariners.More >>
Bartolo Colon of the New York Mets has lost his bid for a perfect game when he allowed a single to Seattle's Robinson Cano with two outs in the seventh inning.More >>
Wednesday, July 23 2014 6:13 PM EDT2014-07-23 22:13:48 GMT
Los Angeles Clippers forward Matt Barnes is asking for the public's help to track down the man police say killed his aunt in Northern California.More >>
Los Angeles Clippers forward Matt Barnes is asking for the public's help to track down the man police say killed his aunt in Northern California.More >>
Wednesday, July 23 2014 5:46 PM EDT2014-07-23 21:46:53 GMT
Denver Broncos owner Pat Bowlen is giving up control of the team as he battles Alzheimer's disease.More >>
Even as dementia began to rob him of some of his fondest memories over the past few years, Denver Broncos owner Pat Bowlen reported to work every day to oversee multimillion-dollar upgrades to the team's training...More >>
Wednesday, July 23 2014 1:52 PM EDT2014-07-23 17:52:10 GMT
Bills defensive tackle Marcell Dareus can finally start focusing on football again, even though he spent much of Wednesday riding a stationary bike on the sideline.More >>
Bills defensive tackle Marcell Dareus can finally start focusing on football again, even though he spent much of Wednesday riding a stationary bike on the sideline.More >>
Wednesday, July 23 2014 1:52 PM EDT2014-07-23 17:52:03 GMT
Dallas Mavericks point guard Raymond Felton pleaded guilty Wednesday in a New York gun case, taking a plea deal that involved admitting a felony but spares him jail.More >>
Dallas Mavericks point guard Raymond Felton pleaded guilty Wednesday in a New York gun case, taking a plea deal that involved admitting a felony but spares him jail.More >>
Wednesday, July 23 2014 12:20 PM EDT2014-07-23 16:20:24 GMT
Leaders from the four U.S. cities in the running to bid for the 2024 Summer Games will meet with U.S. Olympic Committee leadership Friday in the first gathering to include representatives from all the major...More >>
Leaders from the four U.S. cities in the running to bid for the 2024 Summer Games will meet with U.S. Olympic Committee leadership Friday in the first gathering to include representatives from all the major interested...More >>
Wednesday, July 23 2014 10:19 AM EDT2014-07-23 14:19:28 GMT
LeBron James put on a demonstration of his basketball skills in Hong Kong, the midway stop on his tour through China.More >>
LeBron James was honored by the appearance of hundreds of fans who clutched his jersey or held up life-size cutouts of his face at a store in Hong Kong on Wednesday.More >>
Wednesday, July 23 2014 2:41 AM EDT2014-07-23 06:41:10 GMT
Chase Headley hustled to New York, eager to help his new team right away. That's exactly what he did - about 4 1/2 hours after pulling on his pinstripes.More >>
Chase Headley hustled to New York, eager to help his new team right away. That's exactly what he did - about 4 1/2 hours after pulling on his pinstripes.More >>
Wednesday, July 23 2014 1:30 AM EDT2014-07-23 05:30:42 GMT
Diana Taurasi scored 22 and Candice Dupree added 19 to help the Phoenix Mercury win their 13th straight game and clinch a playoff berth with an 89-71 victory over the Seattle Storm on Tuesday night.More >>
Diana Taurasi isn't focused on winning streaks. She's just trying to get the Phoenix Mercury to keep improving.More >>
Wednesday, July 23 2014 12:03 AM EDT2014-07-23 04:03:50 GMT
Richard Parsons, the interim CEO of the Los Angeles Clippers, is due to step into the battle of billionaires going on in probate court over the proposed sale of the Los Angeles Clippers.More >>
The interim CEO of the Los Angeles Clippers testified Tuesday that coach Doc Rivers told him he will quit if Donald Sterling remains the owner of the team.More >>
Tuesday, July 22 2014 11:01 PM EDT2014-07-23 03:01:16 GMT
South Korean officials say the organizing committee for the 2018 Winter Olympics in Pyeongchang has been under investigation over its preparations for the games.More >>
The organizing committee for the 2018 Winter Olympics in Pyeongchang has been under investigation over its preparations for the games, South Korean officials said.More >>
Tuesday, July 22 2014 9:20 PM EDT2014-07-23 01:20:50 GMT
The New York Jets are doing away with paper tickets for season ticket holders, while offering those fans a rewards plan for showing up regularly and behaving properly.More >>
The New York Jets are doing away with paper tickets for season ticket holders and offering those fans a rewards plan for showing up regularly and behaving properly.More >>
Tuesday, July 22 2014 9:03 PM EDT2014-07-23 01:03:35 GMT
A person familiar with the negotiations says the Cavaliers will sign No. 1 overall pick Andrew Wiggins to a contract, an imminent deal that would prevent any potential trade from being completed for 30 days.More >>
Andrew Wiggins will sign his rookie contract with the Cavaliers. It's still not clear if he'll play for them.More >>
Tuesday, July 22 2014 8:20 PM EDT2014-07-23 00:20:43 GMT
TCU suspended defensive end Devonte Fields on Tuesday pending the results of a police investigation into whether he punched a former girlfriend in the head and threatened her with a gun while shouting, "I should...More >>
TCU suspended defensive end Devonte Fields on Tuesday pending the results of a police investigation into whether he punched a former girlfriend in the head and threatened her with a gun while shouting, "I should blast you!"More >>
Tuesday, July 22 2014 7:12 PM EDT2014-07-22 23:12:19 GMT
Baseball commissioner Bud Selig is "anxious" to look at the recommendations of a team of top orthopedists who are studying the uptick in elbow injuries among pitchers.More >>
Baseball commissioner Bud Selig is "anxious" to look at the recommendations of a team of top orthopedists who are studying the uptick in elbow injuries among pitchers.More >>
Tuesday, July 22 2014 5:32 PM EDT2014-07-22 21:32:29 GMT
Vincenzo Nibali is in the yellow jersey as the Tour de France peloton set off on the longest stage, into the Pyrenees.More >>
The Pyrenees on Tuesday lived up to their reputation for causing ups and downs at the Tour de France: A French rider climbed in the standings, an American went down, and an Australian rebounding from an ordeal of doping...More >>
Tuesday, July 22 2014 5:21 PM EDT2014-07-22 21:21:48 GMT
A son of late Penn State football coach Joe Paterno has sued the university over his dismissal from its coaching staff two years ago, saying he has been unfairly linked to the Jerry Sandusky child molestation scandal.More >>
A son of late Penn State football coach Joe Paterno has sued the university over his dismissal from its coaching staff two years ago, saying he has been unfairly linked to the Jerry Sandusky child molestation scandal.More >>
Tuesday, July 22 2014 4:53 PM EDT2014-07-22 20:53:19 GMT
A racehorse owned by Britain's Queen Elizabeth II that won the prestigious Gold Cup at Royal Ascot last year has tested positive for the banned substance morphine.More >>
A racehorse owned by Britain's Queen Elizabeth II that won the prestigious Gold Cup at Royal Ascot last year has tested positive for the banned painkiller, morphine.More >>
Tuesday, July 22 2014 9:13 AM EDT2014-07-22 13:13:37 GMT
James Rodriguez has signed a six-year deal with Real Madrid.More >>
After scoring the most goals of any player at the World Cup, Colombia forward James Rodriguez signed a six-year deal with Real Madrid on Tuesday.More >>
Tuesday, July 22 2014 1:41 AM EDT2014-07-22 05:41:23 GMT
The future of the Los Angeles Clippers is closer to decision as testimony resumes Monday in a probate trial over whether a deal negotiated by Donald Sterling's estranged wife to sell the team for $2 billion is...More >>
The chief financial officer of Donald Sterling's properties said Monday that the billionaire may be forced to sell a large portion of his real estate empire to cover $500 million in loans if he persists in refusing to...More >>
Monday, July 21 2014 9:01 PM EDT2014-07-22 01:01:56 GMT
Marcell Dareus' attorney says the Buffalo Bills' defensive tackle has agreed to enter an NFL substance abuse program in a bid to have felony drug charges in Alabama dismissed.More >>
Bills defensive tackle Marcell Dareus agreed to enter an NFL substance abuse program in a bid to have felony drug charges in Alabama dismissed, his attorney said on Monday.More >>
Monday, July 21 2014 5:24 PM EDT2014-07-21 21:24:49 GMT
Alexander Kristoff of Norway captured his second stage win of this year's Tour de France by leading a pack that dramatically overtook two breakaway riders with only about 50 meters left in Stage 15 on Sunday.More >>
Almost at the line, Jack Bauer and Martin Elmiger were exhausted but could see it coming - their first Tour de France stage victory. Those last 50 meters, however, got in the way.More >>
Monday, July 21 2014 2:20 PM EDT2014-07-21 18:20:40 GMT
Tom Watson's ball rolled on to the 18th green at Royal Liverpool on Sunday and most of the spectators in the horseshoe grandstand gave him a prolonged standing ovation.More >>
Tom Watson's ball rolled on to the 18th green at Royal Liverpool on Sunday and most of the spectators in the horseshoe grandstand gave him a prolonged standing ovation. And even a few shouts of "C'mon, Tom."More >>
Monday, July 21 2014 12:21 PM EDT2014-07-21 16:21:34 GMT
By JIM LITKE AP Sports Writer Dozens of former players joining a lawsuit against the NFL say teams kept handing out powerful painkillers and other drugs with few - if any- safeguards as recently...More >>
By JIM LITKE AP Sports Writer Dozens of former players joining a lawsuit against the NFL say teams kept handing out powerful painkillers and other drugs with few - if any- safeguards as recently as 2012....More >>
Monday, July 21 2014 8:21 AM EDT2014-07-21 12:21:06 GMT
The Minnesota Vikings will suspend special teams coordinator Mike Priefer without pay for three games this season and donate $100,000 to lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender rights groups, in response to former...More >>
The Minnesota Vikings will suspend special teams coordinator Mike Priefer without pay for three games this season and donate $100,000 to lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender rights groups, in response to former punter...More >>
Sunday, July 20 2014 9:20 PM EDT2014-07-21 01:20:04 GMT
Carol Ross has been fired as coach of the slumping Los Angeles Sparks, and she will be replaced by general manager Penny Toler for the rest of the season.More >>
Carol Ross has been fired as coach of the slumping Los Angeles Sparks, and will be replaced by general manager Penny Toler for the rest of the season.More >>
Sunday, July 20 2014 7:41 PM EDT2014-07-20 23:41:04 GMT
Sebastien Bourdais dominated from the pole at Toronto in the first IndyCar Series race of a Sunday doubleheader, cruising to his first open wheel victory since 2007.More >>
IndyCar ran two races in Toronto on Sunday, where rain wreaked havoc on both the schedule and driver strategy.More >>
Sunday, July 20 2014 7:41 PM EDT2014-07-20 23:41:01 GMT
Shoni Schimmel scored an All-Star game record 29 points and had eight assists as the East pulled out a 125-124 victory Saturday over the West in the first WNBA All-Star Game to go into overtime.More >>
Showtime Shoni had quite the All-Star debut.More >>
Sunday, July 20 2014 6:49 PM EDT2014-07-20 22:49:33 GMT
Odrisamer Despaigne of the San Diego Padres is pitching a no-hitter through six innings against the New York Mets.More >>
Odrisamer Despaigne of the San Diego Padres lost a no-hit bid with two outs in the eighth inning when Daniel Murphy of the New York Mets doubled.More >>
Sunday, July 20 2014 5:50 PM EDT2014-07-20 21:50:00 GMT
By DOUG FEINBERG AP Basketball Writer Four-time Olympic gold medalist Lisa Leslie headlines the 2015 women's basketball Hall of Fame induction class announced Saturday.More >>
By DOUG FEINBERG AP Basketball Writer Four-time Olympic gold medalist Lisa Leslie headlines the 2015 women's basketball Hall of Fame induction class announced Saturday.More >>
Sunday, July 20 2014 1:56 PM EDT2014-07-20 17:56:10 GMT
A YouTube video that shows Kacy Catanzaro, a 5-foot, 100-pound gymnast, breezing through an obstacle course where others twice her size often fail has garnered more than 6 million views since she competed in the...More >>
A YouTube video that shows Kacy Catanzaro, a 5-foot, 100-pound gymnast, breezing through an obstacle course where others twice her size often fail has garnered more than 6 million views since she competed in the "American...More >>
Sunday, July 20 2014 1:10 PM EDT2014-07-20 17:10:25 GMT
By STEPHEN WILSON AP Sports Writer Moving forward on IOC President Thomas Bach's reform process, Olympic leaders backed his proposals Saturday for setting up an Olympic television channel,...More >>
By STEPHEN WILSON AP Sports Writer Moving forward on IOC President Thomas Bach's reform process, Olympic leaders backed his proposals Saturday for setting up an Olympic television channel, reshaping...More >>
Sunday, July 20 2014 8:10 AM EDT2014-07-20 12:10:46 GMT
A lawyer for the man offering to buy the Los Angeles Clippers for $2 billion told a judge Friday that Donald Sterling's stalling tactics are threatening to doom the sale by pushing it past a contractual deadline.More >>
A lawyer for the man offering to buy the Los Angeles Clippers for $2 billion told a judge Friday that Donald Sterling's stalling tactics are threatening to doom the sale by pushing it past a contractual deadline.More >>
Saturday, July 19 2014 4:29 PM EDT2014-07-19 20:29:41 GMT
The Chicago Cubs have filed a lawsuit against several people whom the team accuses of being behind a fake mascot that has been engaging in bad behavior near Wrigley Field, including getting into a bar fight that...More >>
The Chicago Cubs have filed a lawsuit against several people whom the team accuses of being behind a fake mascot that has been engaging in bad behavior near Wrigley Field, including getting into a bar fight that was...More >>
Saturday, July 19 2014 4:02 PM EDT2014-07-19 20:02:13 GMT
Rafal Majka of Poland has won the 14th stage of the Tour de France - a second day of punishing Alpine climbs that took the peloton over the highest point on the race.More >>
Panting hard with his jersey unzipped and wide open in the heat, Polish rider Rafal Majka sped to a solo breakaway victory on Stage 14 as the Tour de France wrapped up its foray in the Alps on Saturday.More >>
Saturday, July 19 2014 1:39 PM EDT2014-07-19 17:39:27 GMT
Formula One leader Nico Rosberg earned pole position for the German Grand Prix as Mercedes teammate Lewis Hamilton crashed out in qualifying on Saturday and will start 15th on the grid.More >>
Formula One leader Nico Rosberg earned pole position for the German Grand Prix as Mercedes teammate Lewis Hamilton crashed out in qualifying on Saturday and will start 15th on the grid.More >>
Saturday, July 19 2014 2:18 AM EDT2014-07-19 06:18:32 GMT
Andrew Wiggins was only drafted three weeks ago and he's already dealing with trade rumors.More >>
Andrew Wiggins came to summer league to get an early education on the NBA game, from playing against better competition to learning about what his new coach with the Cleveland Cavaliers will demand of him as a pro.More >>
Friday, July 18 2014 11:41 PM EDT2014-07-19 03:41:21 GMT
Scooter Gennett and Khris Davis homered and Kyle Lohse pitched seven strong innings to help the Milwaukee Brewers beat the Washington Nationals 4-2 in a meeting of division leaders Friday night.More >>
Milwaukee starter Kyle Lohse didn't need many words to sum up his effort in Friday night's 4-2 win at Washington.More >>
Friday, July 18 2014 8:50 PM EDT2014-07-19 00:50:17 GMT
Rory McIlroy put up a dazzling score on the opening day of the British Open.More >>
Rory McIlroy only saw birdies at Royal Liverpool, mostly on his scorecard, and even one pheasant that trotted across the eighth green as he was lining up a putt. That was but a minor interruption in his command performance...More >>
Friday, July 18 2014 8:22 PM EDT2014-07-19 00:22:33 GMT
By JOHN WAWROW AP Sports Writer Three people who have reviewed documents concerning the sale of the Buffalo Bills say a Toronto group that includes rocker Jon Bon Jovi is interested in buying the...More >>
Rocker Jon Bon Jovi is part of a Toronto group that has retained a banking firm and submitted paperwork expressing interest in buying the Buffalo Bills, three people who have reviewed documents regarding the sale process...More >>
Friday, July 18 2014 7:49 PM EDT2014-07-18 23:49:31 GMT
By RACHEL COHEN AP Sports Writer The Houston Astros failed to sign the first pick in this year's draft, San Diego high school left-hander Brady Aiken, before Friday's deadline.More >>
By RACHEL COHEN AP Sports Writer The Houston Astros failed to sign the first pick in this year's draft, San Diego high school left-hander Brady Aiken, before Friday's deadline.More >>
Friday, July 18 2014 6:08 PM EDT2014-07-18 22:08:19 GMT
Former NFL players Christian Ballard and Gregory Westbrooks are suing the union for not providing accurate information about the risk of head injuries.More >>
Five former NFL players, including six-time Pro Bowl defensive end Neil Smith, are suing the union for not providing accurate information about the risk of head injuries.More >>
Friday, July 18 2014 4:29 PM EDT2014-07-18 20:29:57 GMT
The University of Connecticut has settled a federal lawsuit filed by five women who claimed the school responded to their sexual assault complaints with indifference.More >>
The University of Connecticut will pay $1.3 million to settle a lawsuit by five women who alleged the school did not take seriously their claims of sexual assaults on campus.More >>
Friday, July 18 2014 4:08 PM EDT2014-07-18 20:08:08 GMT
Vincenzo Nibali defends the yellow jersey as riders set off on the 13th stage of the Tour de France, the first of two tough mountain stages in the Alps.More >>
If Vincenzo Nibali was looking happier Friday after the Tour de France rode into the Alps, here's why: His top rival fell out of contention, he gained nearly a minute on his next-biggest challenger and oh, he won Stage...More >>
Friday, July 18 2014 3:52 PM EDT2014-07-18 19:52:46 GMT
Former major leaguer Jose Offerman says he didn't swing his bat at two other players or cause their injuries in scuffle during a 2007 minor league baseball game in Connecticut.More >>
Former major leaguer Jose Offerman testified Friday that he neither swung his bat at two minor leaguers nor caused their injuries during a scuffle that broke out when he was hit by a pitch during a 2007 comeback attempt.More >>
Friday, July 18 2014 1:59 PM EDT2014-07-18 17:59:04 GMT
The NFL will limit the number of underclassmen who can receive evaluations for the draft to five from a single school, although special exceptions will be allowed.More >>
The NFL will limit the number of underclassmen who can receive evaluations for the draft to five from a single school, although special exceptions will be allowed.More >>
Friday, July 18 2014 1:33 PM EDT2014-07-18 17:33:44 GMT
By JAY COHEN AP Sports Writer Baseball's All-Star party is over, and the real fun begins Friday night.More >>
By JAY COHEN AP Sports Writer Sure, it was great for a couple days. The cheers for Derek Jeter. The power of Giancarlo Stanton. The excellence of Mike Trout in the American League's 5-3 victory.More >>
Friday, July 18 2014 12:42 PM EDT2014-07-18 16:42:23 GMT
Hearing the first victim to take the witness stand against Jerry Sandusky helped push the former Penn State coach's adopted son Matthew to come forward with his own allegations of abuse, he said in a television...More >>
Hearing the first victim to take the witness stand against Jerry Sandusky helped push the former Penn State coach's adopted son Matthew to come forward with his own allegations of abuse, he said in a television interview.More >>
Thursday, July 17 2014 11:12 PM EDT2014-07-18 03:12:39 GMT
A son of child molestation convict Jerry Sandusky says Sandusky had a bedtime "ritual" at the family's central Pennsylvania home.More >>
Jerry Sandusky's adopted son Matthew said in a television interview Thursday that his sexual abuse at the former Penn State coach's hands consisted of oral sex, a more serious allegation than he made to detectives...More >>
Thursday, July 17 2014 9:37 PM EDT2014-07-18 01:37:47 GMT
A person familiar with the agreement has confirmed to The Associated Press that the Buffalo Sabres have reached an agreement to re-sign center Tyler Ennis to a five-year contract worth about $23 million.More >>
The Sabres re-signed center Tyler Ennis on Thursday to a five-year contract worth $23 million, addressing one of the final pieces of their offseason rebuilding plan.More >>
Thursday, July 17 2014 7:40 PM EDT2014-07-17 23:40:56 GMT
Laura Diaz, winless in the past 12 years on the LPGA Tour, shot a 9-under 62 for a four-stroke lead after Thursday's opening round of the Marathon Classic.More >>
Laura Diaz got off to a surprising start at the Marathon Classic.More >>
Thursday, July 17 2014 7:10 PM EDT2014-07-17 23:10:43 GMT
An attorney for Lance Armstrong says the banned-for-life cyclist met in May with the panel investigating cycling's doping past.More >>
Lance Armstrong talked for several hours with cycling investigators about doping in the sport's past, said an attorney for the champion who was stripped of his seven Tour de France titles over his use of...More >>
Thursday, July 17 2014 6:19 PM EDT2014-07-17 22:19:16 GMT
The San Francisco have opened their new stadium in Santa Clara with a ribbon-cutting ceremony complete with all the opulence of their new home.More >>
San Francisco 49ers CEO Jed York got a little teary on his drive to Levi's Stadium on Thursday. His voice cracked while talking about taking his young son to games at the stadium for years to come.More >>
Thursday, July 17 2014 5:53 PM EDT2014-07-17 21:53:05 GMT
Alabama players have a different motivation going into this season.More >>
Alabama receiver Amari Cooper has been through the offseasons filled with talk of repeat national championships, and now he's endured one that began with sour memories not celebratory confetti showers.More >>
Thursday, July 17 2014 5:34 PM EDT2014-07-17 21:34:23 GMT
An investigation into an alleged sexual assault by two Providence College basketball players has concluded with no charges, the Rhode Island attorney general's office said Wednesday.More >>
An investigation into an alleged sexual assault by two Providence College basketball players has concluded with no charges, the Rhode Island attorney general's office said Wednesday.More >>
Thursday, July 17 2014 5:02 PM EDT2014-07-17 21:02:55 GMT
A person familiar with the contract says free-agent shooting guard Lance Stephenson has agreed to a $27 million, three-year deal with the Charlotte Hornets.More >>
Lance Stephenson is bringing his swag to Charlotte.More >>
Thursday, July 17 2014 5:02 PM EDT2014-07-17 21:02:47 GMT
Alexander Kristoff has won the 12th stage of the Tour de France in a sprint and Vincenzo Nibali still has the yellow jersey.More >>
Because of doping's ravages on cycling, it's natural for suspicion to fall on Vincenzo Nibali, who led the Tour de France on Thursday for a 10th time in 12 stages.More >>
Thursday, July 17 2014 4:32 PM EDT2014-07-17 20:32:47 GMT
David Howell hit the first shot of the 143rd British Open on Thursday. He also was the first to hit in the rough, and the first to make a bogey.More >>
Rory McIlroy had everything go his way Thursday in the British Open.More >>
Thursday, July 17 2014 4:32 PM EDT2014-07-17 20:32:43 GMT
Louis van Gaal is avoiding making any promises to instantly revive Manchester United's fortunes.More >>
By ROB HARRIS AP Sports Writer While avoiding starting his Manchester United reign with any bold predictions or statements of intent, Louis van Gaal still projected an aura of authority and conviction in...More >>
Thursday, July 17 2014 2:28 PM EDT2014-07-17 18:28:31 GMT
Formula One leader Nico Rosberg ditched plans to put an image of the World Cup trophy on his helmet for the upcoming German Grand Prix following a complaint from FIFA.More >>
Formula One leader Nico Rosberg ditched plans to put an image of the World Cup trophy on his helmet for the upcoming German Grand Prix following a complaint from FIFA.More >>
Thursday, July 17 2014 12:42 PM EDT2014-07-17 16:42:14 GMT
UEFA has decided to keep Ukrainian and Russian clubs from playing each other "until further notice" because of the continuing unrest between the neighboring countries.More >>
UEFA has decided to keep Ukrainian and Russian clubs from playing each other "until further notice" because of the continuing unrest between the neighboring countries.More >>
Thursday, July 17 2014 12:00 PM EDT2014-07-17 16:00:05 GMT
Each start was remarkably similar. That smooth, efficient motion. The devastating array of pitches. The easy cool that quickly spreads to his teammates, who are so confident when he takes the mound.More >>
Each start was remarkably similar. That smooth, efficient motion. The devastating array of pitches. The easy cool that quickly spreads to his teammates, who are so confident when he takes the mound.More >>
Thursday, July 17 2014 10:40 AM EDT2014-07-17 14:40:02 GMT
Germany climbed to No. 1 in the FIFA rankings Thursday after winning the World Cup, and the United States fell two places to 15th despite reaching the round of 16.More >>
Germany climbed to No. 1 in the FIFA rankings Thursday after winning the World Cup, and the United States fell two places to 15th despite reaching the round of 16.More >>
Thursday, July 17 2014 12:13 AM EDT2014-07-17 04:13:35 GMT
Kevin Durant has won two ESPY Awards, including male athlete of the year, and mixed martial arts star Ronda Rousey earned female athlete honors, becoming the first UFC fighter to claim a trophy in the biggest...More >>
Kevin Durant won two ESPY Awards, including male athlete of the year, and mixed martial arts star Ronda Rousey earned female athlete honors, becoming the first UFC fighter to claim a trophy in the biggest category at the...More >>
Thursday, July 17 2014 12:13 AM EDT2014-07-17 04:13:03 GMT
NBA Commissioner Adam Silver says he is hopeful that the proposed $2 billion sale of the Los Angeles Clippers will be completed before next season begins. But he could not guarantee that will happen because the...More >>
Eyebrow-raising testimony, abrupt changes of plans, courtroom delays. If there is one thing NBA Commissioner Adam Silver has learned during the Donald Sterling saga, it's that there are no guarantees.More >>
Wednesday, July 16 2014 8:23 PM EDT2014-07-17 00:23:38 GMT
A man was arrested Wednesday on suspicion of assault after he took a golf cart from the course staging the British Open and drove it into a security guard, the second police intervention involving a wayward cart in...More >>
A man was arrested Wednesday on suspicion of assault after he took a golf cart from the course staging the British Open and drove it into a security guard, the second police intervention involving a wayward cart in...More >>
Wednesday, July 16 2014 8:23 PM EDT2014-07-17 00:23:30 GMT
After a tough first season in the WNBA, Brittney Griner is blossoming into the player everyone thought she would be, all the while embracing her status as a role model for gays.More >>
After a tough first season in the WNBA, Brittney Griner is blossoming into the player everyone thought she would be, all the while embracing her status as a role model for gay youth.More >>
Wednesday, July 16 2014 8:23 PM EDT2014-07-17 00:23:11 GMT
A person with knowledge of the situation tells The Associated Press that the Minnesota Timberwolves and Golden State Warriors have restarted trade talks for All-Star forward Kevin Love.More >>
The Minnesota Timberwolves and Golden State Warriors have reopened trade talks for All-Star forward Kevin Love, a person with knowledge of the situation told The Associated Press on Tuesday.More >>
Wednesday, July 16 2014 4:38 PM EDT2014-07-16 20:38:16 GMT
A son of convicted child molester Jerry Sandusky says he enjoyed spending time with the family at their central Pennsylvania home - except when it came time to go to bed.More >>
A son of convicted child molester Jerry Sandusky says he enjoyed spending time with the family at their central Pennsylvania home - except when it came time to go to bed.More >>
Wednesday, July 16 2014 1:28 PM EDT2014-07-16 17:28:33 GMT
French rider Tony Gallopin led a late breakaway in a show of opportunism and savvy racing to win Wednesday's 11th stage of the Tour de France as Italy's Vincenzo Nibali retained the overall lead.More >>
French rider Tony Gallopin led a late breakaway in a show of opportunism and savvy racing to win Wednesday's 11th stage of the Tour de France as Italy's Vincenzo Nibali retained the overall lead.More >>
Wednesday, July 16 2014 12:01 PM EDT2014-07-16 16:01:20 GMT
The Rio de Janeiro police department has suspended four officers caught on video beating journalists during an anti-World Cup protest held the last day of the tournament on July 13.More >>
Four police officers have been suspended after being caught on video as they beat journalists during an anti-World Cup protest, the Rio de Janeiro police department said Wednesday.More >>
Wednesday, July 16 2014 5:11 AM EDT2014-07-16 09:11:44 GMT
Derek Jeter started his last All-Star game with a long ovation and a leadoff double, and Miguel Cabrera followed with a two-run homer to lift the American League to a 3-2 lead over the National League through three...More >>
Derek Jeter soaked in the adulation from fans and players during one more night on baseball's national stage, set the tone for the American League with a pregame speech and then delivered two final All-Star hits.More >>
Wednesday, July 16 2014 3:16 AM EDT2014-07-16 07:16:00 GMT
Former NFL All-Pro safety Darren Sharper was set to return to court in California on Wednesday for a pair of hearings as he faces sexual assault allegations in several states.More >>
Former NFL All-Pro safety Darren Sharper was set to return to court in California on Wednesday for a pair of hearings as he faces sexual assault allegations in several states.More >>
Tuesday, July 15 2014 8:57 PM EDT2014-07-16 00:57:57 GMT
By TIM REYNOLDS AP Basketball Writer A person familiar with the situation says Dwyane Wade is staying with the Miami Heat.More >>
By TIM REYNOLDS AP Basketball Writer Dwyane Wade is staying with the Miami Heat, and his latest deal is designed to give both the player and the only franchise he's ever known some flexibility in the...More >>
Tuesday, July 15 2014 7:38 PM EDT2014-07-15 23:38:26 GMT
Concussion expert Chris Nowinski says World Cup organizers missed a chance to use the tournament as a "bully pulpit" to teach soccer fans and young players around the globe about the dangers of head injuries.More >>
World Cup organizers repeatedly failed to follow their own concussion protocol and then failed to take advantage of the international interest in the tournament to teach soccer fans and young players about the dangers of...More >>
Tuesday, July 15 2014 7:20 PM EDT2014-07-15 23:20:44 GMT
Major League Baseball has appointed former outfielder Billy Bean, who came out as gay after his playing career, to serve as a consultant in guiding the sport toward greater inclusion and equality.More >>
The burden of being gay became too great for Billy Bean to bear during his playing career, so he quit rather than seek support for his secret.More >>
Tuesday, July 15 2014 6:52 PM EDT2014-07-15 22:52:24 GMT
The Chicago Bulls have used the amnesty clause to cut forward Carlos Boozer after four seasons with the team.More >>
The Chicago Bulls said goodbye to forward Carlos Boozer on Tuesday, using the amnesty clause to cut the veteran forward after four seasons with the team.More >>
Tuesday, July 15 2014 5:51 PM EDT2014-07-15 21:51:21 GMT
Major League Baseball players say they may consider whether to discuss a possible ban on chewing tobacco when they negotiate their next labor contract in two years. For now, they hope individuals decide on their...More >>
Major League Baseball players say they may consider whether to discuss a possible ban on chewing tobacco when they negotiate their next labor contract in two years. For now, they hope individuals decide on their own to...More >>
Tuesday, July 15 2014 3:00 PM EDT2014-07-15 19:00:13 GMT
As the World Cup neared its end this week, Twitter had a field day with Brazil's humiliating 7-1 loss to Germany in the semifinals, which became the most-discussed sports game in the social network's history.More >>
As the World Cup neared its end this week, Twitter had a field day with Brazil's humiliating 7-1 loss to Germany in the semifinals, which became the most-discussed sports game in the social network's history.More >>
Tuesday, July 15 2014 2:13 PM EDT2014-07-15 18:13:57 GMT
Former Minnesota Vikings punter Chris Kluwe says the team has reneged on a promise to give him a copy of their investigation into his allegations of anti-gay conduct by a coach.More >>
Former Minnesota Vikings punter Chris Kluwe intends to sue the team over allegations of anti-gay conduct by a coach, his lawyer said Tuesday.More >>
Tuesday, July 15 2014 2:12 PM EDT2014-07-15 18:12:17 GMT
With defending champion Chris Froome and two-time winner Alberto Contador out of the race, Vincenzo Nibali's path is wide open to become the first Italian to win the Tour de France since the late Marco Pantani...More >>
With defending champion Chris Froome and two-time winner Alberto Contador out of the race, the path is wide open for Vincenzo Nibali to become the first Italian to win the Tour de France since the late Marco Pantani in 1998.More >>
Tuesday, July 15 2014 12:12 PM EDT2014-07-15 16:12:31 GMT
Germany's World Cup-winning team returned home Tuesday to celebrate the country's fourth title with huge crowds of fans.More >>
At a party 24 years in the making, hundreds of thousands of Germans showed their admiration and adoration for their World Cup winners in a parade to the Brandenburg Gate on Tuesday.More >>
Tuesday, July 15 2014 11:40 AM EDT2014-07-15 15:40:34 GMT
Brazil just barely managed to get everything ready in time for the World Cup. Russia insists it won't have any such problems in 2018, although the country faces other issues ahead of football's next...More >>
Brazil barely managed to get everything ready in time for the World Cup. Russia insists it won't have any such problems in 2018, although the country faces other pressing issues - including racism and violence.More >>
Tuesday, July 15 2014 10:10 AM EDT2014-07-15 14:10:08 GMT
New England Patriots owner Robert Kraft and coach Bill Belichick were interviewed by police investigating a homicide in which former player Aaron Hernandez is a suspect.More >>
New England Patriots owner Robert Kraft and coach Bill Belichick were interviewed by police investigating a homicide in which former player Aaron Hernandez has been charged.More >>
Saturday, July 26 2014 11:03 AM EDT2014-07-26 15:03:28 GMT
The Baseball Hall of Fame has reduced the number of years a player can remain eligible to be voted in by the writers to 10 years from 15, giving Barry Bonds and Roger Clemens less time to be considered.More >>
The Baseball Hall of Fame has reduced the number of years a player can remain eligible to be voted in by the writers to 10 years from 15, giving Barry Bonds and Roger Clemens less time to be considered.More >>
Friday, July 25 2014 11:43 PM EDT2014-07-26 03:43:33 GMT
David Price won his sixth start in a row, Evan Longoria hit a three-run double and the Tampa Bay Rays earned their eighth straight victory, beating the Boston Red Sox 6-4 on Friday night.More >>
David Price and the Tampa Bay Rays are on quite a roll.More >>
Thursday, July 24 2014 11:05 PM EDT2014-07-25 03:05:13 GMT
A law enforcement official and online marketplace StubHub say cyber thieves got into more than 1,000 customers' accounts and fraudulently bought tickets for events.More >>
Some of the hottest tickets in town - to Broadway hits, Jay-Z and Justin Timberlake concerts, a New York Yankees-Boston Red Sox game - were snapped up by an international ring of cyber thieves who commandeered more than...More >>
Thursday, July 24 2014 10:24 PM EDT2014-07-25 02:24:24 GMT
Corey Kluber of the Cleveland Indians is pitching a perfect game through six innings against the Kansas City Royals.More >>
Corey Kluber of the Cleveland Indians has had his perfect game broken up with a one-out single in the seventh inning by Omar Infante of the Kansas City Royals.More >>
Wednesday, July 23 2014 6:27 PM EDT2014-07-23 22:27:33 GMT
Bartolo Colon of the New York Mets has a perfect game through six innings against the Seattle Mariners.More >>
Bartolo Colon of the New York Mets has lost his bid for a perfect game when he allowed a single to Seattle's Robinson Cano with two outs in the seventh inning.More >>
Saturday, July 26 2014 6:44 AM EDT2014-07-26 10:44:31 GMT
The Ohio State marching band is moving forward without its director; a day after he was fired they're performing with the Columbus Symphony in what's often considered the band's unofficial season kickoff.More >>
Having forced out a beloved football coach and watched its president retire after a series of verbal gaffes, Ohio State University again finds itself grabbing headlines with the firing of a celebrated marching band...More >>
Friday, July 25 2014 8:44 PM EDT2014-07-26 00:44:39 GMT
Browns quarterback Johnny Manziel says he "made some rookie" mistakes during the offseason and vowed to be focused on just football in the future.More >>
Like reading a blitz, Johnny Manziel knew the questions about his off-field wildness were coming. So the Browns quarterback struck first.More >>
Friday, July 25 2014 6:15 PM EDT2014-07-25 22:15:50 GMT
A judge on Friday convicted Dallas Cowboys linebacker Rolando McClain of resisting arrest and disorderly conduct in his Alabama hometown and imposed an 18-day jail term that could interrupt the player's bid to...More >>
A judge on Friday convicted Dallas Cowboys linebacker Rolando McClain of resisting arrest and disorderly conduct in his Alabama hometown and imposed an 18-day jail term that could interrupt the player's bid to restart...More >>
Friday, July 25 2014 3:14 PM EDT2014-07-25 19:14:19 GMT
Baltimore Ravens running back Ray Rice has received a two-game suspension from the NFL following his offseason arrest for domestic violence.More >>
Baltimore Ravens running back Ray Rice received a two-game suspension from the NFL on Thursday following his offseason arrest for domestic violence.More >>
Thursday, July 24 2014 11:24 PM EDT2014-07-25 03:24:14 GMT
Marshawn Lynch is not expected to be present for the first day of the Seattle Seahawks' training camp according to close friend and former teammate Michael Robinson.More >>
Marshawn Lynch isn't expected to be present for the first day of the Seattle Seahawks' training camp, close friend and former teammate Michael Robinson said Thursday.More >>
Thursday, July 24 2014 11:23 PM EDT2014-07-25 03:23:56 GMT
A person close to the situation says a Buffalo Bills prospective ownership group that includes rocker Jon Bon Jovi has conducted a feasibility study into buying the NFL franchise and building a stadium in Toronto.More >>
A Buffalo Bills prospective ownership group that includes rocker Jon Bon Jovi has conducted a feasibility study into buying the NFL franchise and building a stadium in Toronto, a person close to the situation said.More >>
Saturday, July 26 2014 10:33 AM EDT2014-07-26 14:33:59 GMT
By JON KRAWCZYNSKI AP Basketball Writer A person with knowledge of the situation tells The Associated Press that Kevin Love has withdrawn from this summer's USA Basketball roster because of...More >>
By JON KRAWCZYNSKI AP Basketball Writer Kevin Love has withdrawn from this summer's USA Basketball roster because of his uncertain NBA status, leaving the Americans without one of their most...More >>
Wednesday, July 23 2014 9:23 PM EDT2014-07-24 01:23:43 GMT
Coach Doc Rivers has said he'll resign from the Los Angeles Clippers if Donald Sterling remains owner, the team's interim CEO testified, saying such a move would be a "disaster" for the franchise.More >>
Testimony ended Wednesday in the trial to determine whether Donald Sterling's estranged wife can sell the Los Angeles Clippers in a proposed $2 billion deal with former Microsoft CEO Steve Ballmer.More >>
Wednesday, July 23 2014 6:13 PM EDT2014-07-23 22:13:48 GMT
Los Angeles Clippers forward Matt Barnes is asking for the public's help to track down the man police say killed his aunt in Northern California.More >>
Los Angeles Clippers forward Matt Barnes is asking for the public's help to track down the man police say killed his aunt in Northern California.More >>
Wednesday, July 23 2014 1:52 PM EDT2014-07-23 17:52:03 GMT
Dallas Mavericks point guard Raymond Felton pleaded guilty Wednesday in a New York gun case, taking a plea deal that involved admitting a felony but spares him jail.More >>
Dallas Mavericks point guard Raymond Felton pleaded guilty Wednesday in a New York gun case, taking a plea deal that involved admitting a felony but spares him jail.More >>
Wednesday, July 23 2014 10:19 AM EDT2014-07-23 14:19:28 GMT
LeBron James put on a demonstration of his basketball skills in Hong Kong, the midway stop on his tour through China.More >>
LeBron James was honored by the appearance of hundreds of fans who clutched his jersey or held up life-size cutouts of his face at a store in Hong Kong on Wednesday.More >>
Wednesday, July 23 2014 1:30 AM EDT2014-07-23 05:30:42 GMT
Diana Taurasi scored 22 and Candice Dupree added 19 to help the Phoenix Mercury win their 13th straight game and clinch a playoff berth with an 89-71 victory over the Seattle Storm on Tuesday night.More >>
Diana Taurasi isn't focused on winning streaks. She's just trying to get the Phoenix Mercury to keep improving.More >>
Wednesday, July 23 2014 12:03 AM EDT2014-07-23 04:03:50 GMT
Richard Parsons, the interim CEO of the Los Angeles Clippers, is due to step into the battle of billionaires going on in probate court over the proposed sale of the Los Angeles Clippers.More >>
The interim CEO of the Los Angeles Clippers testified Tuesday that coach Doc Rivers told him he will quit if Donald Sterling remains the owner of the team.More >>
Tuesday, July 22 2014 9:03 PM EDT2014-07-23 01:03:35 GMT
A person familiar with the negotiations says the Cavaliers will sign No. 1 overall pick Andrew Wiggins to a contract, an imminent deal that would prevent any potential trade from being completed for 30 days.More >>
Andrew Wiggins will sign his rookie contract with the Cavaliers. It's still not clear if he'll play for them.More >>
Tuesday, July 22 2014 2:22 PM EDT2014-07-22 18:22:16 GMT
Leading Democratic senators want harsh new measures against Russia for its actions in Ukraine. They are also asking President Barack Obama to add a Ukrainian rebel group to a U.S. terrorism blacklist.More >>
Leading Democratic senators want harsh new measures against Russia for its actions in Ukraine. They are also asking President Barack Obama to add a Ukrainian rebel group to a U.S. terrorism blacklist.More >>
Friday, July 18 2014 4:29 PM EDT2014-07-18 20:29:57 GMT
The University of Connecticut has settled a federal lawsuit filed by five women who claimed the school responded to their sexual assault complaints with indifference.More >>
The University of Connecticut will pay $1.3 million to settle a lawsuit by five women who alleged the school did not take seriously their claims of sexual assaults on campus.More >>
Thursday, July 17 2014 9:37 PM EDT2014-07-18 01:37:47 GMT
A person familiar with the agreement has confirmed to The Associated Press that the Buffalo Sabres have reached an agreement to re-sign center Tyler Ennis to a five-year contract worth about $23 million.More >>
The Sabres re-signed center Tyler Ennis on Thursday to a five-year contract worth $23 million, addressing one of the final pieces of their offseason rebuilding plan.More >>
Thursday, July 17 2014 3:30 AM EDT2014-07-17 07:30:40 GMT
A Senate panel will pose questions to a new set of key players Thursday as it delves deeper into General Motors' delayed recall of millions of small cars.More >>
A Senate panel will pose questions to a new set of key players Thursday as it delves deeper into General Motors' delayed recall of millions of small cars.More >>
Saturday, July 26 2014 6:44 AM EDT2014-07-26 10:44:31 GMT
The Ohio State marching band is moving forward without its director; a day after he was fired they're performing with the Columbus Symphony in what's often considered the band's unofficial season kickoff.More >>
Having forced out a beloved football coach and watched its president retire after a series of verbal gaffes, Ohio State University again finds itself grabbing headlines with the firing of a celebrated marching band...More >>
Friday, July 25 2014 6:15 PM EDT2014-07-25 22:15:50 GMT
A judge on Friday convicted Dallas Cowboys linebacker Rolando McClain of resisting arrest and disorderly conduct in his Alabama hometown and imposed an 18-day jail term that could interrupt the player's bid to...More >>
A judge on Friday convicted Dallas Cowboys linebacker Rolando McClain of resisting arrest and disorderly conduct in his Alabama hometown and imposed an 18-day jail term that could interrupt the player's bid to restart...More >>
Thursday, July 24 2014 5:23 PM EDT2014-07-24 21:23:32 GMT
Two University of Texas football players were arrested and charged Thursday with felony sexual assault after a female student said she was raped in a campus dorm room last month.More >>
Two University of Texas football players were arrested and charged Thursday with felony sexual assault after a female student said she was raped in a campus dorm room last month.More >>
Thursday, July 24 2014 2:59 AM EDT2014-07-24 06:59:55 GMT
Manchester United made an impressive debut under coach Louis van Gaal on Wednesday night, with Wayne Rooney scoring twice late in the first half of a 7-0 victory over the LA Galaxy.More >>
Although Louis van Gaal intends to restore Manchester United to its former international glory, even the veteran coach was impressed when his new club scored a virtual touchdown at the Rose Bowl.More >>
Thursday, July 24 2014 1:33 AM EDT2014-07-24 05:33:27 GMT
The NCAA enforcement director is firing back at criticism.More >>
Jonathan Duncan understands that a perfect NCAA enforcement division won't catch every cheater in college sports. He still believes his team is getting the job done.More >>
Tuesday, July 22 2014 8:20 PM EDT2014-07-23 00:20:43 GMT
TCU suspended defensive end Devonte Fields on Tuesday pending the results of a police investigation into whether he punched a former girlfriend in the head and threatened her with a gun while shouting, "I should...More >>
TCU suspended defensive end Devonte Fields on Tuesday pending the results of a police investigation into whether he punched a former girlfriend in the head and threatened her with a gun while shouting, "I should blast you!"More >>
Tuesday, July 22 2014 5:21 PM EDT2014-07-22 21:21:48 GMT
A son of late Penn State football coach Joe Paterno has sued the university over his dismissal from its coaching staff two years ago, saying he has been unfairly linked to the Jerry Sandusky child molestation scandal.More >>
A son of late Penn State football coach Joe Paterno has sued the university over his dismissal from its coaching staff two years ago, saying he has been unfairly linked to the Jerry Sandusky child molestation scandal.More >>
Sunday, July 20 2014 5:50 PM EDT2014-07-20 21:50:00 GMT
By DOUG FEINBERG AP Basketball Writer Four-time Olympic gold medalist Lisa Leslie headlines the 2015 women's basketball Hall of Fame induction class announced Saturday.More >>
By DOUG FEINBERG AP Basketball Writer Four-time Olympic gold medalist Lisa Leslie headlines the 2015 women's basketball Hall of Fame induction class announced Saturday.More >>
Friday, July 18 2014 1:59 PM EDT2014-07-18 17:59:04 GMT
The NFL will limit the number of underclassmen who can receive evaluations for the draft to five from a single school, although special exceptions will be allowed.More >>
The NFL will limit the number of underclassmen who can receive evaluations for the draft to five from a single school, although special exceptions will be allowed.More >>
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