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Yankees-Orioles postponed by rain; makeup set for July 9 DH

BALTIMORE (AP) The opener of a scheduled four-game series between the New York Yankees and Baltimore Orioles on Thursday night was postponed by rain.

Crew missing key players for match vs. Toronto FC (May 31, 2018)

The Columbus Crew SC squad that is unbeaten in seven games, including five consecutive shutouts, will have a different look when Toronto FC visits Mapfre Stadium on Saturday.

Twins' Mauer still dealing with concussion-like symptoms

Minnesota Twins first baseman Joe Mauer has hit a road block in his return from a neck injury and concussion-like symptoms

How the NFL's new kickoff rules will affect the Buccaneers

We’ve seen this routine before. Remember when the NFL moved kickoff touchbacks from the 20-yard line to the 25 before the 2016 season? In theory, that was supposed to discourage returners from running kicks out of the end zone. Instead, we’ve seen teams place high arcing kicks just shy of the

Cavaliers coach Tyronn Lue is dealing with anxiety

OAKLAND, Calif. (AP) Cavaliers coach Tyronn Lue is being treated for anxiety, saying before Game 1 of the NBA Finals that the pressure-packed playoffs bring him so much joy.

Ex-Sooner Chamberlain: Jocelyn Alo comparisons are valid

OKLAHOMA CITY (AP) Former Oklahoma star Lauren Chamberlain understands why so many compare Oklahoma slugger Jocelyn Alo to her.

Daboll focused on Bills offense, not Buffalo homecoming

ORCHARD PARK, N.Y. (AP) Brian Daboll has far too much on his plate to have time to reflect on how the Buffalo Bills new offensive coordinator’s career has brought him home.

Mariners activate Dee Gordon from DL, option Beckham

SEATTLE (AP) The Seattle Mariners activated second baseman Dee Gordon off the 10-day disabled list before Thursday night’s game against the Texas Rangers and reinserted him into his customary leadoff spot.

Why coaches don't want NFL to kill the kickoff

As special teams coaches reinvent their kickoff approach, they’re also making sure the league doesn’t try to do away with the play altogether.

NFL would have stopped playing national anthem if Clinton was president: Burgess Owens

Former NFL player Burgess Owens discusses how President Trump influenced the NFL to change its anthem rules.

As leagues debate transfer rules, NCAA moves toward reform

The NCAA is about two weeks away from finally making some substantial reforms to transfer rules. The changes will not be quite as extensive as some had hoped and the work is not complete, but considering previous failed attempts, getting anything accomplished on transfers can be counted as a success.

Game Theory: Why Los Angeles Rams defensive tackle Aaron Donald should 'break the bank' as NFL's highest-paid defensive player

NFL Network’s Cynthia Frelund breaks down why Los Angeles Rams defensive tackle Aaron Donald deserves to be the highest-paid defensive player in the NFL.

Former NFL defensive end Dwight Freeney's five favorite pass rushers in the NFL in 2018

Former NFL defensive end Dwight Freeney breaks down his Top 5 favorite pass rushers in the NFL.

Offensive lineman Josh Ball 'not in good standing' with FSU, no longer on football roster

A school spokesman says offensive lineman Josh Ball is “not in good standing with Florida State University.” No further details were provided Thursday.

Manning stops by as Broncos install simplified offense

ENGLEWOOD, Colo. (AP) A day after teeing it up with Tiger Woods, Peyton Manning stopped by the Denver Broncos’ on-field workout to check things out.

Arizona has plenty of offseason work after tumultuous season

TUCSON, Ariz. (AP) Arizona went through one of the program’s most tumultuous seasons in 2017-18.

Veteran TE Lewis: Signing with Packers 'a no-brainer'

Green Bay was the first and last stop on Packers tight end Marcedes Lewis’ when the veteran hit free agency

Adrian Beltre activated off 10-day DL for Rangers

SEATTLE (AP) The Texas Rangers activated third baseman Adrian Beltre off the 10-day disabled list before Thursday’s series finale against Seattle.

Ravens passing game 'deep' in transition from last year

OWINGS MILLS, Md. (AP) Drop back. Throw long. Repeat.

Road warriors? Vegas hopes for boost as Cup Final goes to DC

WASHINGTON (AP) At home, the Vegas Golden Knights have a fortress to protect, a Knight to vanquish opponents and Michael Buffer to introduce the combatants.

Dodgers activate LHP Kershaw from DL

LOS ANGELES (AP) Dodgers ace Clayton Kershaw is back, making for quite a birthday for manager Dave Roberts.

Washington tops 2-time defending champ Oklahoma in WCWS

OKLAHOMA CITY (AP) Washington freshman Gabbie Plain threw 5 2/3 shutout innings, and the Huskies defeated two-time defending national champion Oklahoma 2-0 on Thursday in the Women’s College World Series.

Jaguars star Leonard Fournette forges bond with state champs

The running back showed a heart of gold by contributing to a new weight set and later helping to provide championship jackets for Raines High.

Power eyeing season championship after Indy 500 victory

DETROIT (AP) Will Power spoke calmly and nonchalantly. It was hard to tell if he was trying to keep an even keel or if he was just exhausted.

Familiar faces set to battle in Cavaliers-Warriors next chapter

The Warriors, by virtue of a 58-50 edge in wins during the regular season, will have the home-court advantage in the best-of-seven series.

Stanley Cup delivering all the action through 2 games

Winning a Stanley Cup isn’t meant to be easy, something that even the novice hockey fans in Las Vegas now surely understand.

Capitals even Stanley Cup Final behind Holtby's epic save

The win was the Caps’ first-ever Stanley Cup Final victory — and the save might be a catalyst to even bigger things.

Eagles fan accused of punching police horse sues team, cops

PHILADELPHIA (AP) A Philadelphia Eagles fan accused of punching a police horse and a mounted officer before the Eagles’ NFC championship victory is suing the team and police, claiming he didn’t strike the horse and he was beaten for no reason.

After sluggish start to season, Twins' Rosario breaks through in May

Eddie Rosario owns a .366 batting average in the month of May, one of the biggest improvements in MLB after posting a .231 mark in March/April.

Reyes’ 3-run triple helps Tigers beat Angels 6-2

DETROIT (AP) Victor Reyes hit a three-run triple in the five-run first to help the Detroit Tigers beat the Los Angeles Angles 6-2 on Thursday.