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Peru captain Guerrero banned from World Cup in doping case

LAUSANNE, Switzerland (AP) Peru captain Paolo Guerrero was banned from playing at the World Cup because of a positive doping test he said was caused by contaminated tea.

With retirement expected, Buffon to hold news conference

TURIN, Italy (AP) Italy and Juventus captain Gianluigi Buffon will hold a news conference on Thursday when the goalkeeper is expected to announce his retirement.

Peru captain Paolo Guerrero banned from World Cup for doping

LAUSANNE, Switzerland (AP) Peru captain Paolo Guerrero banned from World Cup for doping.

Colin Cowherd reveals why the Celtics crushing the Cavs in Game 1 doesn’t affect LeBron James

Despite Boston crushing Cleveland 108-83 in game one of the 2018 Eastern Conference Finals, Colin Cowherd reveals why the Celtics drubbing the Cavaliers won’t affect LeBron James as he prepares for game two. Do you agree with Colin?

Chris Broussard grades LeBron’s Game 1 performance in loss to Boston

Chris Broussard joins Skip Bayless, Shannon Sharpe and Joy Taylor on Undisputed to discuss Game 1 of the 2018 Eastern Conference Finals. Broussard grades LeBron James’ performance in the 108-83 blowout loss to the Boston Celtics. Will LeBron’s Cavs bounce back in Game 2?

Former Saints safety Kenny Vaccaro visiting Colts: report

Kenny Vaccaro surprisingly remains without a team two months after NFL free agency began, but the former New Orleans Saints safety will have a chance to convince another team to sign him. Vaccaro is visiting the Indianapolis Colts on Monday, according to a report by NFL Network. This is Vaccaro’s

Ranking NFL teams by best offensive skill players: Eagles No. 1? Giants top-5 with Saquon Barkley? Cowboys fall without Dez Bryant, Jason Witten

When it comes to offensive weapons, some teams load up on running backs, some load up on receivers, while others try and find depth across all of the skill positions — running back, wide receiver and tight end. Look at the Eagles, who return their entire core, added a veteran receiver and used their

The 1 position each NFL team should be worried about heading into the 2018 season

The 2018 NFL Draft has come and gone, and many teams are pretty well set when it comes to their 90-man rosters heading into the preseason. But plenty of bargain bin free agents remain, and every team in the league still has positions of need that have to be addressed. In some cases, the weaknesses are

The Latest: Gaming group says ruling a win for safe betting

WASHINGTON (AP) The Latest on the Supreme Court ruling striking down a federal law that bars gambling on football, basketball, baseball and other sports in most states (all times local):

Hemsworth to serve as Indianapolis 500 honorary starter

INDIANAPOLIS (AP) Actor Chris Hemsworth will wave the green flag to start this year’s Indianapolis 500.

Supreme Court overturns ban on sports gambling

The nation’s highest court ruled Monday that the Professional and Amateur Sports Protection Act (PASPA), in place since 1992, is unconstitutional.

Ali could earn England reprieve after thumb injury for Leach

LONDON (AP) �� A thumb injury sustained by spinner Jack Leach on the eve of England’s squad announcement for the first test against Pakistan could lead to a reprieve for Moeen Ali.

Gambling will be good for NFL’s business, whether league embraces it or not

The NFL has officially held gambling at arm’s length, with strict rules against players, coaches, owners, officials and anyone else having any business interests in sports betting. But that doesn’t mean the NFL has no interest in sports betting. The Supreme Court’s ruling today, opening the door to legal

RECAP: LAFC extends unbeaten run with 2-2 draw with New York City FC

Los Angeles (6-2-2) is 2-0-2 at Banc of California Stadium and hasn’t lost since a 5-0 defeat at Atlanta United on April 7.

After 25 years, Marseille looking to win in Europe again

After a 25-year wait, Marseille has a chance to win another European trophy.

Cris Carter outlines the keys for the Houston Rockets ahead of Game 1 against Warriors

Ahead of the 2018 NBA Western Conference Finals, Cris Carter outlines the keys for the Houston Rockets in their game-one matchup against the Golden State Warriors. Do you agree with Cris?

Nick Wright reacts to Celtics downing LeBron’s Cavs in Game 1 of the NBA Eastern Conference Finals

In his discussion with Cris Carter and Jenna Wolfe, Nick Wright reacts to the Boston Celtics defeating LeBron James and the Cleveland Cavalier in Game 1 of the 2018 NBA Eastern Conference Finals.

Nick Wright reacts to Celtics downing LeBron's Cavs in Game 1 of the NBA Eastern Conference Finals

In his discussion with Cris Carter and Jenna Wolfe, Nick Wright reacts to the Boston Celtics defeating LeBron James and the Cleveland Cavalier in Game 1 of the 2018 NBA Eastern Conference Finals.

Nishikori beats Lopez at Italian Open for 1st win in 3 weeks

ROME (AP) Looking to revise his clay-court game ahead of Roland Garros, Kei Nishikori defeated Feliciano Lopez 7-6 (5), 6-4 Monday in the first round of the Italian Open.

Modric, Rakitic headline Croatia’s preliminary WCup squad

ZAGREB, Croatia (AP) In possibly their last World Cup as midfield partners, Luka Modric and Ivan Rakitic were named Monday in the provisional Croatia squad for the tournament in Russia.

Denmark coach names 35-man provisional national team squad

COPENHAGEN, Denmark (AP) Denmark coach Age Hareide has picked World Cup veterans Michael Krohn-Dehli and Nicklas Bendtner for his 35-man preliminary squad.

Emirates hosts $2.7 million race for traditional dhow ships

SIR BU NAIR ISLAND, United Arab Emirates (AP) The United Arab Emirates has hosted a $2.7 million traditional dhow racing event, which saw the wooden boats powered only on the wind race off the coast of Dubai.

Toko-Ekambi named African player of the year in France

PARIS (AP) Cameroon striker Karl Toko-Ekambi has been voted African player of the year in the French league after scoring 17 goals with Angers.

Germany appeals to Russia to allow entry of journalist

BERLIN (AP) Germany has appealed to the Russian government to let in a journalist who exposed systematic doping in Russian athletics and was denied entry to Russia to report on the upcoming World Cup.

Fijian player gets 7-game ban for comments to white referee

AUCKLAND, New Zealand (AP) The Oceania Football Confederation has handed a seven-game ban to a Fijian player who used the phrase ”white people” in reference to match officials during an OFC Champions League semifinal match.

Israeli soccer club says it wants to add Trump to its name

JERUSALEM (AP) Israeli soccer club Beitar Jerusalem says it wants to add ”Trump” to the team’s name.

Mercedes cautious despite a commanding victory in Spain

BARCELONA, Spain (AP) Mercedes got the commanding victory it had been seeking all season.

Top AL teams setting bar high so far in postseason chase

The Seattle Mariners haven’t made the postseason since 2001. This year, they’ve looked like contenders, and at the moment, they’re on pace to win 91 games.

Old friend Reynolds blasts 2 HRs as Nationals sweep D-backs

Paul Goldschmidt went 0 for 4 with two strikeouts and has two hits in his last 46 at-bats.

Rattlers blow out Blizzard for 8th straight win

Defense stars in latest victory.