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Sam Houston's Hall serving two-game suspension

(STATS) – Sam Houston State entered the season without All-America defensive end P.J. Hall as he serves a two-game team suspension because of an academic issue.

Fognini fined $24,000 for actions during US Open loss

NEW YORK (AP) Fabio Fognini has been fined $24,000 for unsportsmanlike conduct during his first-round loss at the U.S. Open.

Votto homers for young cancer patient in touching moment

One memorable home run.
Cincinnati Reds star Joey Votto put a big smile on a very special young fan’s face on Monday with an extremely selfless act.

AP Source: Seahawks send CB Tramaine Brock to Vikings

SEATTLE (AP) A person with direct knowledge of the deal says the Seattle Seahawks have traded cornerback Tramaine Brock to the Minnesota Vikings.

Mickelson think he's found the solution to arthritis woes

NORTON, Mass. (AP) Phil Mickelson thinks he found what has been draining him of energy and focus for most of the year. Now it’s a matter of whether it can help him start posting better scores and possibly get on a U.S. team for the 23rd consecutive time.

Wall ready for rematch with Monahans | Texas Football Days

Wall coach Houston Guy on start of season

No. 20 K-State opens another season under Bill Snyder

MANHATTAN, Kan. (AP) The bus carrying Central Arkansas to its season opener Saturday will head north on Bill Snyder Highway, pull into the parking lot at Bill Snyder Family Stadium, and unload in the shadow of a life-size bronze statue of the longtime Kansas State coach.

Jayhawks to honor '07 team, open season vs SE Missouri St

LAWRENCE, Kan. (AP) One of the best teams in Kansas history will be inducted into its Hall of Fame on Saturday.

The Latest: Venus' coach, 5 others get USOC award

NEW YORK (AP) The Latest on the U.S. Open, the year’s last Grand Slam tennis tournament (all times local):

Ream, Wood gets starts for US against Costa Rica

HARRISON, N.J. (AP) Tim Ream was paired with Geoff Cameron in central defense, and Bobby Wood started at forward with Jozy Altidore for the United States’ World Cup qualifier against Costa Rica on Friday night.

Martin cut, Catanzaro wins Jets' competition at kicker

FLORHAM PARK, N.J. (AP) Chandler Catanzaro has won the New York Jets’ competition at kicker after Ross Martin was among 10 players cut by the team.

Rangers' Beltre could miss rest of season (hamstring strain)

ARLINGTON, Texas (AP) Adrian Beltre could miss the rest of the regular season after an MRI on Friday showed a Grade 2 strain in his left hamstring.

Kane overcomes August woes to help England beat Malta 4-0

Putting his latest August goal drought behind him, Harry Kane scored twice for England in a 4-0 win over Malta that pushed his team closer to qualification for the 2018 World Cup on Friday.

Sheldon Richardson had to go because talent isn't everything

Sheldon Richardson had to go because talent isn’t everything

Sources: Browns boot Osweiler as part of cuts

Saints' Snead suspended 3 games, source says

Saints’ Snead suspended 3 games, source says

NFL fully reinstates Steelers receiver Bryant

Bruce, Lindor deliver in 9th to help Indians edge Tigers, 3-2

Bruce lead off the 9th with his first triple of the season, then Lindor knocked him in with a go-ahead single.

Panthers left thin at cornerback after initial roster cuts

CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) The Panthers may need to add depth at cornerback after waiving former fifth-round draft pick Zack Sanchez and placing veteran Teddy Williams on injured reserve Friday.

Penske's Newgarden guarded about his IndyCar points lead

WATKINS GLEN, N.Y. (AP) Less than a week after his series-leading fourth win of the IndyCar season created a more comfortable lead in the points standings, Penske Racing’s Josef Newgarden remains guarded about his title chances with two races remaining in the season.

Leicester close to signing Adrien Silva from Sporting

LEICESTER, England (AP) Leicester says it is close to signing Portugal midfielder Adrien Silva from Sporting, a day after Europe’s summer transfer window closed in the Premier League.

Germany on quick qualifying course with 2-1 win over Czechs

PRAGUE (AP) Timo Werner and Mats Hummels both scored as defending champion Germany remained on its uncompromising course to qualify for next year’s World Cup with a 2-1 away victory over the Czech Republic in Group C on Friday.

D-backs offering 3-day sale on tickets for Sept. 11-14 Rockies series at Chase Field

Tickets priced at $2 for Outfield Reserve, $5 for Bleachers and $10 for lower-level Baseline Reserve.

Dolphins release punter Matt Darr, stick with undrafted rookie Matt Haack

The Dolphins went with the cheaper punter even though Darr averaged 46 yards per punt in his first two NFL seasons.

Mayweather vs McGregor: a pay-per-view smash

LAS VEGAS (AP) Conor McGregor’s improbable challenge of Floyd Mayweather Jr. was a box-office smash.

Cardinals pluck five from minors as rosters expand

Jack Flaherty, Sandy Alcantara, Alberto Rosario, Alex Mejia and Harrison Bader are beneficiaries as St. Louis Cardinals expand active roster

Seahawks trade Kearse to Jets for Richardson

Pelicans get Majok draft rights as part of Pondexter trade

METAIRIE, La. (AP) The New Orleans Pelicans say they will receive the draft rights to overseas professional Ater Majok as part of a trade that is sending veteran small forward Quincy Pondexter, a second-round draft choice and cash to the Chicago Bulls.