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No. 8 Washington 'rebuilding' for opener (Sep 01, 2017)

Washington coach Chris Petersen is making repeated attempts to reduce the high expectations for his club.

Samardzija pitches gem in Giants' 3-0 win over Padres (Aug 28, 2017)

SAN DIEGO (AP) Jeff Samardzija allowed just three singles in pitching his first shutout since 2015, and Brandon Crawford and Joe Panik homered to lead the San Francisco Giants to a 3-0 victory over the San Diego Padres on Monday night.

Like Marlins, Vance Worley looking to bounce back

Right-hander Vance Worley gets the start for the Miami Marlins as they continue their series against the Washington Nationals.

Castellanos, Zimmermann lift Tigers to 4-3 win over Rockies (Aug 28, 2017)

DENVER (AP) Nicholas Castellanos had three hits, including a two-run triple, and Jordan Zimmermann rebounded from early trouble to help the Detroit Tigers beat the Colorado Rockies 4-3 on Monday night.

Why Elliott's fight will likely go to federal court

The NFLPA and Elliott’s defense team have been looking for a potential procedural violation. Sources have told Yahoo Sports that they believe they have it.

Matthew Stafford's extension the smart deal Lions had to make happen

Matthew Stafford’s extension the smart deal Lions had to make happen

How Matthew Stafford became NFL's richest player, and why he isn't done

The Lions and quarterback Matt Stafford reached an agreement on a contract extension Monday that will make him the highest-paid player in NFL history at a reported $27 million per year. Stafford’s new contract surpasses Derek Carr’s $25 million-per-year deal that was signed in June. Stafford&

How Matthew Stafford became NFL's richest player, and why he isn't done

Former, current Lions react to Matthew Stafford huge contract extension

The NFL was taken over by the news that Detroit Lions and Matthew Stafford agreed to a contract extension today. It’s through the year 2022 and will pay Stafford $27 million a year, the highest annual salary in NFL history. As we’re prone to do nowadays, instant reaction was at a fever pitch

Time running out for Mike Williams to get healthy for regular-season debut

Eric D. Williams ESPN Staff Writer Close Covered Seahawks for Tacoma News Tribune for six seasons. Played college football at University of Puget Sound Follow on Twitter COSTA MESA, Calif. — The Los Angeles Chargers might have to wait a few more months to see first-round pick Mike Williams play in a

Royals suffer fifth straight loss — and fourth with nary a run

Kansas City Royals lose 12-0 to Tampa Bay Rays, their fourth straight shutout loss (now 43 consecutive scoreless innings)

Sharapova edges No. 2 Halep at US Open in Grand Slam return

NEW YORK (AP) So much about Maria Sharapova was the same as it ever was during her first Grand Slam match since a 15-month doping suspension: the shot-punctuating shrieks, the aggressive baseline style, the terrific returning, the sometimes-shaky serving.

No. 10 Oklahoma State's offense ready to roll (Aug 31, 2017)

STILLWATER, Okla. — By most descriptions, Oklahoma State-Tulsa looks like a serious rivalry.

Rays ransack reeling Royals in shutout victory

The Rays uncork 6 runs in the third en route to a huge victory over the Royals.

Royals scoreless streak at 43 innings after 12-0 loss to TB (Aug 28, 2017)

KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) The Kansas City Royals extended their scoreless streak to an AL record-tying 43 innings, getting shut out for a fourth straight game in a 12-0 loss to the Tampa Bay Rays on Monday night.

Source: Stafford, Lions agree to historic deal

Stafford's extension the smart deal Lions had to make happen

Stafford’s extension the smart deal Lions had to make happen

California names Ross Bowers as starting quarterback

BERKELEY, Calif. (AP) California coach Justin Wilcox ended six weeks of speculation and named redshirt sophomore Ross Bowers as the Golden Bears starting quarterback Monday.

Scherzer dominates Stanton, Marlins; Nats win 11-2 (Aug 28, 2017)

WASHINGTON (AP) Max Scherzer overpowered Giancarlo Stanton, Howie Kendrick hit a three-run triple and the Washington Nationals beat the Miami Marlins 11-2 on Monday night.

Jones HR helps surging Orioles beat Mariners 7-6 (Aug 28, 2017)

BALTIMORE (AP) Adam Jones hit a milestone home run, Welington Castillo had three hits and two RBIs and the Baltimore Orioles beat the Seattle Mariners 7-6 Monday night for their fifth straight victory.

Hoskins doesn't homer, but still leads Phillies over Braves (Aug 28, 2017)

PHILADELPHIA (AP) Rhys Hoskins ended his homer streak but did drive in the go-ahead run with a sixth-inning double, Aaron Nola pitched seven strong innings and the Philadelphia Phillies beat the Atlanta Braves 6-1 on Monday night.

Kluber aces Severino; Ramirez powers Indians past Yanks 6-2 (Aug 28, 2017)

NEW YORK (AP) Corey Kluber outpitched Luis Severino in a marquee matchup of All-Stars, and slumping Jose Ramirez homered twice to power the Cleveland Indians past the New York Yankees 6-2 on Monday night for their fifth straight victory.

Return of ex-coach Wilson is not a rallying point for Hoosiers

Ohio State Buckeyes-Indiana Hoosiers college football preview

Maryland school band silences pro-Confederate state song

COLLLEGE PARK, Md. (AP) The University of Maryland marching band will at least temporarily stop playing the state’s official song, which includes a reference to ”Northern scum” and other pro-Confederate lyrics.

Meet the NFL's most interesting division race

Meet the NFL’s most interesting division race

Saints acquire long snapper Dorenbos in trade with Eagles

NEW ORLEANS (AP) The Saints have acquired veteran long snapper Jon Dorenbos from the Philadelphia Eagles for a seventh-round draft pick in 2019.

'Sloppy' Vikings offense strives to correct mistakes before Week 1

The offensive line headlines a list of concerns that the Minnesota Vikings hope are ironed out before the regular season

Syracuse's Taurean Thompson taking leave of absence

SYRACUSE, N.Y. (AP) Syracuse’s Taurean Thompson, who had a solid freshman season for the Orange, is taking a leave of absence from the university, coach Jim Boeheim announced Monday in a brief statement.

Leaky Vikings line leading list of lingering offense concern

MINNEAPOLIS (AP) Sam Bradford pivoted right and saw his completed swing pass to Dalvin Cook become a painful 5-yard loss after being swarmed by San Francisco rookie linebacker Reuben Foster.

Mets end Wright's rehab stint, rule Cespedes out for season

NEW YORK (AP) The New York Mets have terminated David Wright’s rehab assignment because of shoulder pain and ruled Yoenis Cespedes out for the rest of the season with a hamstring injury.