NBA putting its social-media handle on ball
The NBA announced Thursday that it would be putting its social media identifier, @NBA, right under the words "official game ball," becoming the first league to usher social media literally…Read more
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Twins acquire Milone from A’s in exchange for Fuld
The Twins bolstered their rotation before Thursday's 3 p.m. CT non-waiver Trade Deadline, acquiring left-hander Tommy Milone from the A's in exchange for outfielder Sam Fuld. Additionally, the Twins recalled…Read more
Athletics send LHP Milone to Twins for Fuld
The pitching-rich Oakland Athletics have traded left-hander Tommy Milone to the Minnesota Twins for outfielder Sam Fuld, a source told ESPN.com's Jerry Crasnick. Read more
A’s send Milone to Twins for Fuld
Not long after they reportedly landed an elite starting pitcher in Jon Lester, the A's have continued to deal as Thursday's Trade Deadline approached sending left-hander Tommy Milone to the…Read more
FSU’s Wilson pleads no contest in scooter theft
Florida State Seminoles receiver Jesus Wilson has pleaded no contest to two misdemeanors for his role in a scooter theft on campus, his attorney confirmed Thursday. Read more
Asdrubal linked to multiple teams in trade talk
It is unlikely that Asdrubal Cabrera will be wearing an Indians uniform again next year. The only question now is whether the switch-hitting shortstop will have a change of address…Read more
Penguins, forward Nick Spaling agree to 2-year, $4.4-million contract
PITTSBURGH, Pa. - The Pittsburgh Penguins and restricted free agent forward Nick Spaling have agreed to a two-year contract worth $4.4 million. The Penguins acquired Spaling and forward Patric Hornquist…Read more
Fired OSU band director was trying to fix culture
The fired Ohio State University marching band director says he was working to change its sexualized culture when he was dismissed. Read more
Ottawa Senators sign goaltender Robin Lehner to three-year extension
OTTAWA - The Ottawa Senators have signed goaltender Robin Lehner to a three-year contract extension. Lehner, 23, played a career-high 36 games last season posting a record of 12-15-6 with…Read more
Lester goes to A’s for Cespedes in swap of stars
The Red Sox and A's pulled off a blockbuster deal Thursday morning to swap All-Stars, Boston sending ace left-hander Jon Lester to Oakland for outfielder Yoenis Cespedes. Read more