Williams’ influence on playoff-bound Nationals clear
Here's another rookie Major League manager who is not in the least overmatched by the task of managing a genuine big league contender. Matt Williams of the Washington Nationals fits…Read more
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Sources: Whitehead suspended for disrespect
Auburn safety Jermaine Whitehead did not make the trip to Kansas State with his teammates Wednesday due to a violation of team rules, and he won't play in Thursday's game,…Read more
Duffy’s ninth-inning knock cuts into NL West deficit
Pinch-hitter Matt Duffy's two-run single broke a ninth-inning tie Wednesday and lifted the Giants to a 4-2 victory over the Arizona Diamondbacks at Chase Field. With the Dodgers' loss, San…Read more
Jackets’ Horton could miss season opener: report
Columbus Blue Jackets right wing Nathan Horton was limited to 35 games last season because of shoulder and abdominal injuries, and he might not be on the ice when this…Read more
Texas QB Ash to end career after tough year
Longhorns quarterback David Ash has elected to end his football career after struggling with concussion symptoms for the past year. Read more
Players hold Roberto Clemente Award in highest regard
Though there are no statistical criteria for Major League Baseball's Roberto Clemente Award, it has become one of baseball's most revered honors since its inception in 1973. The award is…Read more
Ryan hopes Senators have a captain this season
The Ottawa Senators have been without a captain since center Jason Spezza was traded to the Dallas Stars on July 1. It appears they're in no rush to name a…Read more
Sherman: Not worried about ‘little Chargers’
Seahawks cornerback Richard Sherman criticizes Chargers players who called him out after Sunday's game. Read more
Cards’ Dwyer arrested, suspected of assault
Arizona Cardinals running back Jonathan Dwyer has been arrested on aggravated assault charges in connection with two altercations at his home in late July involving a 27-year-old woman and an…Read more
Peterson’s mom: ‘Not about abuse, but love’
The mother of Adrian Peterson came to his defense Wednesday in her first public comments since the running back's indictment for child abuse, saying he has six kids and "wants…Read more