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College football universe centers on Arlington as Michigan battles Florida State

No. 11 Wolverines’ season opener against No. 17 Florida at AT&T Stadium in Arlington

Cashner shuts down Astros; Napoli homers in Rangers' 8-1 win

Cashner shuts down Astros; Napoli homers in Rangers’ 8-1 win

The Latest: Transfer deadline day in many European leagues

LONDON (AP) The Latest on European soccer transfers (all times local):

Game of the Week preview: #2 Bishop Gorman vs #1 Mater Dei

Goldschmidt, Ray help D-backs hand Dodgers 4th straight loss (Aug 30, 2017)

PHOENIX (AP) Paul Goldschmidt homered for the third straight game, Robbie Ray fanned 10 in 6 2/3 innings and the Arizona Diamondbacks held on to beat Los Angeles 6-4 on Wednesday night, sending the Dodgers to their first four-game losing streak of the season.

Wood homers and helps pitch Padres to 5-0 win over Giants (Aug 30, 2017)

SAN DIEGO (AP) Travis Wood homered and pitched into the fifth inning, Jose Pirela also went deep and the San Diego Padres beat the San Francisco Giants 5-0 on Wednesday night.

With Smith suspended, USC readies first-time starters at LB

LOS ANGELES (AP) Cam Smith has been dreaming his whole life of being a team captain at Southern California. However, the junior linebacker will have to wait one more week before overseeing the opening coin toss.

Judge nearing decision in Penn State frat death hearing

HARRISBURG, Pa. (AP) A district judge in Pennsylvania will soon decide whether prosecutors have presented enough evidence to hold a trial for former members of a now-closed Penn State fraternity charged in connection with a pledge’s death.

Simmons signs 2-year Super Rugby contract with Waratahs

SYDNEY (AP) Australia lock Rob Simmons signed a two-year deal Thursday with the New South Wales Waratahs after being released by Super Rugby rival the Queensland Reds.

Rosario's pair of homers ignite Twins in 11-1 triumph

Jose Berrios recorded seven shutout innings, and the Minnesota Twins rolled to a 11-1 win over the Chicago White Sox.

LEADING OFF: Astros headed home; Red Sox-Yanks; O's fly high

A look at what’s happening all around the majors Thursday:

Berrios, bats lead Twins past White Sox 11-1 (Aug 30, 2017)

MINNEAPOLIS (AP) Jose Berrios pitched seven scoreless innings, Brian Dozier had four hits and Eddie Rosario homered twice on Wednesday night as the Minnesota Twins defeated the Chicago White Sox 11-1.

No. 4 seed Zverev finds US Open loss rather, well, upsetting

NEW YORK (AP) Seems fair to conclude that No. 4-seeded Alexander Zverev found his 3-6, 7-5, 7-6 (1), 7-6 (4) upset loss to Borna Coric in the U.S. Open’s second round Wednesday night rather, well, upsetting.

Royals serve up three homers, fall 5-3 to Rays

The Tampa Bay Rays beat the Kansas City Royals 5-3 on Wednesday night for their latest series victory.

Vargas: 'It's frustrating because I felt really good'

Jason Vargas says he felt ‘really good’ heading into Wednesday’s game against the Tampa Bay Rays. Unfortunately, the Royals fell to the Rays 5-3.

Indians cap doubleheader and series sweep of Yankees with 9-4 blowout in nightcap

After edging the Yanks, 2-1, in the afternoon, the Tribe jumped ahead early in Game 2 and never looked back.

McGregor vs. Diaz III? Only at 155 pounds Conor says

What’s next for Conor McGregor?

WATCH: Mike Napoli hits 3-run home run in 4th inning vs. Astros

AP source: Cut by Browns, Haden nears deal with Steelers

PITTSBURGH (AP) A person familiar with the talks say the Pittsburgh Steelers and former Cleveland Browns cornerback Joe Haden are nearing the completion of a three-year deal.

Simson, Knapp advance to US Senior Amateur final

MINNEAPOLIS (AP) Two-time champion Paul Simson won two matches Wednesday to advance to the U.S. Senior Amateur Championship final at Minikahda Club.

US Open glance: Federer, Nadal back in Ashe in 2nd round

A quick look at the U.S. Open :

Stephon Marbury has emotional moment with Beijing fan at Q&A

NEW YORK (AP) Stephon Marbury had to wipe tears from his eyes.

Packers to sign LB Ahmad Brooks to 1-year deal

A person familiar with the discussions says that the Green Bay Packers and free agent linebacker Ahmad Brooks have agreed to a one-year deal.

Saints cut long snapper Drescher with injury settlement

METAIRIE, La. (AP) The Saints have cut long snapper Justin Drescher after reaching an injury settlement with the veteran who has played for New Orleans each of the past seven seasons.

Raiders sign WR Seth Roberts to 2-year extension

ALAMEDA, Calif. (AP) The Oakland Raiders have signed wide receiver Seth Roberts to a two-year contract extension through 2019.

Scouting in Latin America (VIDEO)

See what are the Tigers doing in an attempt to find the next Miguel Cabrera

MLS This Week: Valeri guiding Portland up the table

Diego Valeri is on a tear, with goals in six straight games for the Portland Timbers.

Badgers coordinator Jim Leonhard leading defense with calm focus

Former NFL safety Jim Leonhard was promoted to Wisconsin Badgers defensive coordinator this offseason

Ice dancers Virtue and Moir will miss Babcock at Olympics

MISSISSAUGA, Ontario (AP) Tessa Virtue and Scott Moir will miss hockey coach Mike Babcock at the Pyeongchang Olympics.

Denver down, Carolina up? 8 bold predictions — from ESPN's FPI

Denver down, Carolina up? 8 bold predictions — from ESPN’s FPI