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Reeling Cubs start homestand vs. Cards (Jun 02, 2017)

CHICAGO — Perhaps the comforts of home will help cure what’s ailing the Chicago Cubs.

Kevin Durant gives Warriors edge in NBA Finals Game 1 win

KD outduels LeBron James as Golden State improves to 13-0 this postseason.

Nats, Strasburg ready for whiff-prone A's (Jun 02, 2017)

OAKLAND, Calif. — A high-strikeout pitcher matches up with a high-strikeout team when Stephen Strasburg and the Washington Nationals open a three-game series Friday night against the Oakland Athletics.

Broncos safety Will Parks facing misdemeanor domestic violence charges

Denver Broncos safety Will Parks is facing misdemeanor charges stemming from a March 31 arrest in Brighton, Colo. According to Mike Klis of 9NEWS, Parks has been charged with harassment and non-violent domestic violence after an incident involving a former girlfriend. He was released on bond and is scheduled

Jeff Locke makes Marlins debut, ends with no decision

Jeff Locke retired the first nine he faced in his Miami Marlins debut, but ended up with a no decision.

Locke looked sharp, Mattingly said it was nice to see

The Miami Marlins lose for the first time in five games, Don Mattingly breaks down Thursday night’s ballgame against the Arizona Diamondbacks.

Here's how Marshawn Lynch can earn an extra $7.5 million over the next two seasons

When a team takes a chance on a 31-year-old running back who has been retired for over a full calendar year, it shouldn’t be surprising for that team to be a little cautious with how they handle said back in terms of financial incentives (read: do not guarantee all of his money). According to Sheil

Why Cowboys are front-runners for 2018 draft

Jerry Jones has moved some financial mountains in recent years for the NFL. Now the league might pay him back for it.

Here's what makes Jerry Jones and Cowboys front-runners to host 2018 NFL draft

While the NFL is unlikely to say as much publicly, awarding the draft to Dallas would be a kickback of sorts to Jones for moving some financial mountains in recent years.

Diana Taurasi hits 8 3-pointers, breaks WNBA career record (Jun 1, 2017)

ROSEMONT, Ill. (AP) Diana Taurasi tied a career high with eight 3-pointers and broke a tie for the WNBA’s career record, leading the Phoenix Mercury to a 99-91 victory over the Chicago Sky on Thursday night.

Sabathia wins 4th straight, Hicks 6 RBIs, Yanks roll 12-2 (Jun 01, 2017)

TORONTO (AP) CC Sabathia won his fourth consecutive start, Aaron Hicks had a career-high six RBIs and Gary Sanchez homered twice to lead the New York Yankees over the Toronto Blue Jays 12-2 on Thursday night.

Once inspired by Tiger, minority golfers saddened by fall

BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (AP) Tiger Woods inspired a generation of minority golfers when he burst on to the scene as a charismatic young star who won tournaments with laser-like focus and power. Suddenly, golf was cool.

LeBron James reaches uncharted territory in Game 1 of NBA Finals

Another LeBron James milestone in a postseason already full of them.

Zack Greinke earns 7th win as Arizona beats Miami 3-2 (Jun 01, 2017)

MIAMI (AP) Zack Greinke allowed one earned run in seven innings to earn his seventh victory, and the Arizona Diamondbacks rallied to snap the Miami Marlins’ four-game winning streak, beating them 3-2 Thursday night.

Cowboys cornerback Nolan Carroll was driving on wrong side of road before DWI arrest, records show

Dallas police pulled over Carroll’s white Ferrari about 2:20 a.m. after seeing him on the wrong side of the road in the 2200 block of McKinney Avenue, according to a police report obtained by NFL.com. Carroll told the officer he was trying to avoid hitting someone in the street. The officer did not

Czech F Tomas Hyka is 3rd player signed by Golden Knights

LAS VEGAS (AP) Czech forward Tomas Hyka is the third player to sign with the expansion Vegas Golden Knights.

Big 12 meetings for Baylor president during 1st day on job

IRVING, Texas (AP) New Baylor president Linda Livingstone spent her first official day on the job Thursday at the Big 12 spring meetings.

Thomas' 2-run shot lifts Washington past Oregon 3-1 in WCWS

OKLAHOMA CITY (AP) Kirstyn Thomas’ two-run homer in the top of the seventh inning helped Washington defeat Oregon 3-1 on Thursday in the Women’s College World Series.

Marlon Moraes sends notice to UFC bantamweights that he's coming for the title

Marlon Moraes isn’t wasting any time getting to the top

Changes coming? NBA commissioner wants draft rules amended

NBA Commissioner Adam Silver wants the NBA’s draft-eligibility rules changed.

LA Kings sign forward Bokondji Imama after Tampa Bay trade

EL SEGUNDO, Calif. (AP) The Los Angeles Kings have signed forward Bokondji Imama to a three-year, entry-level contract.

Here's a do-and-don't list to mascots, from a former mascot

Mr. Met could have used my advice a couple days ago.

Arizona CF Blanco jams thumb against Marlins

MIAMI (AP) Diamondbacks center fielder Gregor Blanco has left his team’s game at Miami because of a jammed left thumb.

Eagles, first-round pick Derek Barnett agree on 4-year deal

PHILADELPHIA (AP) The Eagles and first-round pick Derek Barnett have agreed on a four-year contract.

Stephen Curry unveils new signature shoe, the Curry 4, before NBA Finals Game 1

And for once, the Internet didn’t roast his footwear.

Marco Andretti has 2 chances to bounce back at Detroit GP

DETROIT (AP) Marco Andretti left the Indianapolis 500 frustrated, wishing he could quickly race again to redeem himself after a broken wing led to an eighth-place finish.

Minnesota's Jake Guentzel on cusp of records, Stanley Cup

Woodbury’s own Jake Guentzel leads the Stanley Cup playoffs in goals, and is closing in on the rookie playoff scoring record

The Latest: Mike Brown expects to coach Warriors in Game 1

OAKLAND, Calif. (AP) The Latest on Game 1 of the NBA Finals Thursday night (all times local):

Rockies use pair of homers to outlast Mariners 6-3 (Jun 01, 2017)

SEATTLE (AP) Mark Reynolds and Nolan Arenado homered to back Kyle Freeland, and the Colorado Rockies stopped a three-game losing streak with a 6-3 win over the Seattle Mariners on Thursday.

McKellar moves up from assistant to take ACT head coach job

CANBERRA, Australia (AP) Dan McKellar will replace Stephen Larkham as ACT Brumbies head coach next season, the Super Rugby team announced Friday.