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Japan hosts Australia with World Cup spot for winners

SEOUL, South Korea (AP) A win for either Japan or Australia when they meet at Saitama north of Tokyo on Thursday means a place at the 2018 World Cup, with both teams keen to seal their spot with a game to spare.

Bundy throws 1-hitter, streaking Orioles beat Seattle 4-0 (Aug 29, 2017)

BALTIMORE (AP) Dylan Bundy threw a one-hitter for his first career shutout, Manny Machado hit two of Baltimore’s four solo homers, and the Orioles extended their winning streak to six games with a 4-0 victory over Seattle on Tuesday night.

No. 19 Miami starting Rosier at QB vs. Bethune-Cookman (Sep 02, 2017)

Miami, in coach Mark Richt’s second season at the school, nearly had all the pieces through the offseason.

Tech billionaire Tsai buys San Diego lacrosse team

SAN DIEGO (AP) A tech billionaire who played lacrosse at Yale has been awarded a franchise in the National Lacrosse League.

Nadal says it's noisy under US Open roof, despite changes

NEW YORK (AP) It’s too loud under the U.S. Open roof for Rafael Nadal.

Vikings will need to leapfrog Packers in NFC North

The Minnesota Vikings have their work cut out for them in 2017 if they want to take a step ahead of the Packers.

Royals end scoreless run at 45 innings, 3 shy of ML record

KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) Whit Merrifield homered with two outs in the third inning Tuesday night, ending the Kansas City Royals’ scoreless streak at 45 innings, three shy of the major league record.

Rodgers, Packers still team to beat in NFC North

Aaron Rodgers and the Green Bay Packers are the favorites to win the NFC North division, according to the Associated Press

Isaiah Thomas says "I am not damaged" in ESPN interview

CLEVELAND (AP) All-Star point guard Isaiah Thomas believes he will fully recover from a right hip injury that has threatened to void his recent trade to Cleveland.

No. 19 Bulls looking for faster start (Sep 02, 2017)

TAMPA — It took No. 19 South Florida a full quarter to wake up and take control in the Bulls’ season opener at San Jose State. They should be in better position to avoid the same fate Saturday in their home opener against FCS foe Stony Brook.

Packers looking for depth behind Matthews, Perry at OLB

GREEN BAY, Wis. (AP) With Clay Matthews and Nick Perry, the Green Bay Packers feel great about their starting outside linebackers.

Twins plan retirement tribute for club saves leader Nathan

MINNEAPOLIS (AP) Six-time All-Star Joe Nathan, who is eighth on the all-time list with 377 saves, has decided at age 42 to retire.

Arizona to honor former basketball coach Olson with statue

TUCSON, Ariz. (AP) Arizona says it will honor former Wildcats basketball coach Lute Olson with a statue on campus.

Reds supporting Hurricane Harvey relief efforts

The Cincinnati Reds are encouraging fans to support Hurricane Harvey.

Giancarlo Stanton ties the major league record with 18th home run in August

Giancarlo Stanton’s 51st homer ties the major league record for 18 home runs in August.

Zimmer: Bridgewater 'all in', 'progressing well'

Zimmer: Bridgewater ‘all in’, ‘progressing well’

Suns' broadcast schedule features 81 games on FOX Sports Arizona and FS Arizona Plus

Kevin Ray takes over as play-by-play announcer for local telecasts

Chase Elliott moving to father's No. 9 in number swap

CONCORD, N.C. (AP) Chase Elliott will drive his father’s iconic No. 9 next season in a number swap at Hendrick Motorsports.

US Open fashion: Crystals, shapes and knee-high socks

NEW YORK (AP) Crystals, shapes and knee-high socks.

Harvey help: Indians, Jay Bruce working together to benefit SE Texas

Initiative to help those affected by Harvey.

Marlins star Giancarlo Stanton is a favorite for NL MVP despite being on a struggling team

Giancarlo Stanton is a leading candidate for NL MVP even though he is on a struggling team this year. the whiparound crew explains.

New Orleans' women's basketball coach signs new contract

NEW ORLEANS (AP) The University of New Orleans’ women’s basketball coach has signed a new deal, keeping her with the Privateers through the 2020-21 campaign.

Coach wants fast start by Vandy, end skid in season openers

NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) Coach Derek Mason knows his 0-3 mark in Vanderbilt’s first game of the season better than anybody.

Horizon League sues Valparaiso, MVC for $500K exit fees

EVANSVILLE, Ind. (AP) The Horizon League has filed a $500,000 lawsuit against Valparaiso and the Missouri Valley Conference claiming that the school breached a one-year notification agreement before leaving the league for the MVC.

Bears search for receivers after Cameron Meredith's injury

LAKE FOREST, Ill. (AP) The issue of who is throwing the passes has become secondary for the Chicago Bears to who is catching them.

Kevin Durant takes a jab at Nike's rival shoe company

Colin Cowherd, Jason Whitlock, Jimmy Jackson and Jason McIntyre talk about Golden State Warriors star Kevin Durant’s comments about Under Armour.

Corey Davis, Eric Decker back at practice

The Titans receiving corps is getting closer to full strength. The team welcomed Corey Davis and Eric Decker back to practice on Tuesday. Davis has been out for several weeks with an ankle injury and the first-round pick has not played in any preseason games. Decker hurt his ankle and has missed the

Ezekiel Elliott suspension: Appeals hearing for Cowboys RB to enter second day

Ezekiel Elliott’s appeals hearing of his six-game suspension ended Tuesday without a resolution and will continue into a second day of proceedings. According to NFL Media, there is “no end in sight” for the hearing at NFL headquarters in New York. Elliott, who rushed for 1,631 yards and

Doc on suspension of Bengals' Burfict: Make the law clear

It’s an easy suspension that makes the commissioner and the NFL seem religious on the subject of excessive violence. Vontaze Burfict has crossed the invisible plane into subjectivity. It’s a dangerous place, where who you are matters more than what you do. You might not care about Burfict. Certainly

Dak Prescott confident in offense, even if it’s without Ezekiel Elliott

Dak Prescott tweeted his support to Ezekiel Elliott before the star running back entered his appeal hearing. “We talked a little bit before he left,” Prescott said. “Just sent him good luck this morning, not exactly knowing what he’s going through, but [offered] my support and just a quick message to