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Kole Calhoun stays smoking hot in July with two-run bomb

Trailing by nine runs, Kole Calhoun tries to spark the Angels offense with a two-run homer to center, putting an exclamation point on what has been a dominate month of July

StaTuesday: Brewers' bullpen piling up strikeouts

The Brewers’ bullpen is closing in on a very recent National League record for strikeouts per nine innings

StaTuesday: Vikings' Hunter still has room to grow

Vikings pass rusher Danielle Hunter is getting paid, but the young defender still has plenty of room to get even better

Trade tornado: Dozier, Archer among 15 swaps on deadline day

For Brian Dozier, getting traded meant a dash to the airport and a long trip to Dodger Stadium. For Jake Diekman, it was a lot easier – he simply rode the bullpen cart from one clubhouse to the other at Chase Field.

Buccaneers counting on QB Ryan Fitzpatrick to step in for suspended Jameis Winston

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers are counting on Ryan Fitzpatrick to produce while Jameis Winston serves his three-game suspension.

Mike Trout turns on jets, blazes around bases for double

Mike Trout turned on the after burners to leg out a double for his 51st extra base hit of the season Tuesday

What would it take for the Seahawks to send Earl Thomas to Dallas?

Seahawks reporter Brady Henderson and Cowboys reporter Todd Archer answer some of the key questions surrounding a potential Earl Thomas-to-Dallas deal.

Jags' Ramsey relishes Week 1 matchup with OBJ

Jaguars All-Pro cornerback Jalen Ramsey respects Giants wide receiver Odell Beckham Jr. and said Tuesday their meeting in the season opener will give the people a show.

Manziel: 'Feel blessed' to be starting QB again

Johnny Manziel, who has served as a backup quarterback for the first six games of his CFL career, will start for the Montreal Alouettes against the Hamilton Tiger-Cats on Friday.

'Busted' Gleasons happily announce second child

Steve and Michel Gleason confirmed publicly that they are expecting their second child, a daughter, in October.

Gausman helps Braves 'hit all the boxes' for NL East push

ATLANTA (AP) From the perspective of manager Brian Snitker, the addition of right-hander Kevin Gausman means the Atlanta Braves added help in all the right places for their push to win the NL East.

Matsuyama looks to end a year without contending

AKRON, Ohio (AP) Hideki Matsuyama shot 61 on the final day at Firestone last year to win the Bridgestone Invitational, his sixth victory worldwide in 20 starts. He was among the favorites to win the PGA Championship the following week and nearly pulled it off until Justin Thomas overtook him on the back nine.

Crawford, Rodriguez key Giants' 3-2 win vs Padres in 10 (Jul 31, 2018)

SAN DIEGO (AP) Brandon Crawford singled in the go-ahead run with two outs in the 10th inning and the San Francisco Giants got seven strong innings from rookie right-hander Dereck Rodriguez in a 3-2 victory over San Diego on Tuesday, the Padres’ seventh straight loss.

Wilson Ramos, Chris Archer on trades and time with Rays

Wilson Ramos and Chris Archer discuss their time with the Tampa Bay Rays and trades to new teams.

Chris Archer, Rays GM Erik Neander discuss trade to Pirates

Tampa Bay Rays GM Erik Neander and RHP Chris Archer on trade to the Pittsburgh Pirates.

Bears' Vic Fangio on NFL helmet rule: 'It's going to be an extremely hard play to officiate'

As Bears first-round pick Roquan Smith continues his holdout over contract language regarding the new NFL helmet-contact rule, his teammates will be the first players to put the rule to the test. Nobody is quite sure how it will play out. “It’s going to be an extremely hard play to officiate, other

Packers GM looks to young players after injuries on D

GREEN BAY, Wis. (AP) The Green Bay Packers may have shown a greater willingness this offseason to sign veteran free agents under first-year general manager Brian Gutekunst, but the team is standing pat for now after injuries to key contributors on defense.

Alex Bowman comments on the recent improvements at Hendrick Motorsports

Alex Bowman talks with Alan Cavanna about the improvements that Hendrick Motorsports has made in recent weeks.

Brewers scoop up 2B Jonathan Schoop from Orioles

MILWAUKEE (AP) The Milwaukee Brewers acquired second baseman Jonathan Schoop in a trade with the Baltimore Orioles, adding another option to a crowded infield as they make a push for the playoffs.

Royals OF Brian Goodwin goes on DL with groin strain

CHICAGO (AP) The Kansas City Royals have placed outfielder Brian Goodwin on the 10-day disabled list with a left groin strain.

Bucs' Fitzpatrick prepares to fill in for suspended Winston

TAMPA, Fla. (AP) As a veteran quarterback accustomed to ever-changing roles, there’s little Ryan Fitzpatrick hasn’t experienced during a 14-year NFL career.

Injuries shelve Seahawks WR Baldwin, DE Jordan

Seahawks wide receiver Doug Baldwin will miss “a couple weeks” with a knee injury and defensive end Dion Jordan is dealing with a “stress issue” unrelated to his offseason knee surgery, coach Pete Carroll said Tuesday.

Titans add 2 defensive lineman, place defensive back on IR

NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) The Tennessee Titans have added a pair of defensive linemen after placing cornerback Tye Smith on injured reserve and waiving injured defensive lineman Claude Pelon.

Mariners make outfield upgrade getting Maybin from Marlins

SEATTLE (AP) Jerry Dipoto thought he was done making deals a day before the non-waiver trade deadline after remodeling the Seattle Mariners bullpen.

MLS eager to show off Atlanta success story at All-Star Game

ATLANTA (AP) The MLS All-Star Game is more than the league showing off its best players against Italian powerhouse Juventus.

Lions sign OT Jamar McGloster and release OT Adam Bisnowaty

ALLEN PARK, Mich. (AP) The Detroit Lions have signed offensive tackle Jamar McGloster and released offensive tackle Adam Bisnowaty.

Rams’ Wade Phillips not slowing down in 41st training camp

IRVINE, Calif. (AP) Although Wade Phillips is deep in the grind of his 41st NFL training camp, the defensive coordinator who has seen it all still doesn’t know exactly what he has with the Los Angeles Rams.

Blackhawks defenseman Gustav Forsling out with wrist injury

CHICAGO (AP) Blackhawks defenseman Gustav Forsling will miss the start of the season because of a right wrist injury.

Rookie Quenton Nelson and his 'bulldog tenacity' look to protect Luck this season

The Colts have spent years searching for someone with Quenton Nelson’s punch.

Pirates bolster rotation, add Tampa Bay's Archer at deadline

PITTSBURGH (AP) The surging Pittsburgh Pirates are intent on making a run at a playoff spot.