Wednesday, June 30, 2021

The Red Sox Bullpen Have Put Together A Wildly Impressive June

The Boston bullpen got the Red Sox through a difficult stretch in June as its starting pitchers struggled. But with the rotation seemingly back on track, the relievers haven’t let up thanks to the core group of Adam Ottavino, Josh Taylor, Garrett Whitlock, Hirokazu Sawamura, Darwinzon Hernandez and All-Star hopeful, closer Matt Barnes. As the month comes to an end, the numbers that group has put together are pretty impressive.



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Cashman: Yankees 'as bad as you can be,' not Boone's fault

Yankees general manager Brian Cashman said his fourth-place ballclub is “as bad as you can be” right now, but he's not placing the blame on manager Aaron Boone or the coaching staff. “We suck right now,” Cashman declared Tuesday prior to New York's home game against the Los Angeles Angels. The Yankees have lost four straight, falling to 40-38 to drop 7 1/2 games behind the AL East-leading Boston Red Sox.



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Serena Williams Out of Wimbledon With an Injury

Williams started her first-round match against Aliaksandra Sasnovich aggressively, but she slipped on the grass court and later fell after injuring her right hamstring.

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Ukraine-Sweden delivers unlikely drama, an unlikely hero in Dovbyk

Many predicted Ukraine-Sweden to be a cagey, dour affair. Instead, it was wide open, and featured extra-time, a red card, and an unlikely hero.

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Transfer Talk: PSG talks with ex-Real Madrid man Ramos hit a snag

Talks between PSG and ex-Real Madrid defender Sergio Ramos have hit a stumbling block over the length of the deal. Transfer Talk has the latest.

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Sources: Hawks' Young (foot) ruled out for G4

Atlanta Hawks star Trae Young exhausted every avenue to play Tuesday night, but severe pain and lack of mobility in his right foot made it impossible, sources told ESPN.

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GM Cashman: Yankees 'as bad as we can be'

Brian Cashman was blunt Tuesday about the state of the struggling Yankees but again backed manager Aaron Boone.

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Ukraine-Sweden delivers more Euro drama thanks to unlikely hero

The predicted cagey, dour affair of Ukraine-Sweden resulted in extra-time, a red card and Artem Dovbyk.

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Transfer Talk: PSG talks with ex-Real Madrid man Ramos hit a snag

Talks between PSG and ex-Real Madrid defender Sergio Ramos have hit a stumbling block over the length of the deal. Transfer Talk has the latest.

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GM Cashman: Yankees 'as bad as we can be'

Brian Cashman was blunt Tuesday about the state of the struggling Yankees but again backed manager Aaron Boone.

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Abreu in White Sox lineup despite bruised knee

Jose Abreu is in the White Sox's lineup for Tuesday's game against the Twins despite suffering a bruised knee after being hit by a pitch on Sunday.

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Ukraine reach Euro last-8 with ET goal vs. Sweden

Artem Dovbyk scored a late extra-time winner as Ukraine beat Sweden at Hampden Park in Glasgow on Tuesday night to reach the 2020 Euro quarters.

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Blazers' Billups: Incident in 1997 'shaped my life'

New Blazers coach Chauncey Billups on Tuesday addressed the controversy surrounding his hiring and said the 1997 rape allegation against him was an experience that "shaped [his] life." A presser moderator later cut off a reporter's follow-up question.

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Southgate urges England to keep focus after win

England are at a dangerous moment, coach Gareth Southgate warned on Tuesday as he urged caution after their 2-0 win over Germany.

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Giants pitcher Santos banned 80 games for PED

Giants pitcher Gregory Santos was suspended for 80 games without pay Tuesday after a positive test for Stanozolol.

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Blazers' Billups: Incident in 1997 'shaped my life'

New Blazers coach Chauncey Billups on Tuesday addressed the controversy surrounding his hiring and said the 1997 rape allegation against him was an experience that "shaped [his] life." A presser moderator later cut off a reporter's follow-up question.

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These Four Red Sox Players Participate In Adam Ottavino's Chess Club

Did you watch “The Queen’s Gambit” on Netflix, then immediately want to learn how to play chess? It’s okay, you can answer honestly. That’s what happened to Boston Red Sox reliever Garrett Whitlock, who recently revealed to WEEI’s Rob Bradford that setup man Adam Ottavino is the mastermind behind a group of players who play chess in the clubhouse.



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Chris Sale 'Feeling Amazing' As Rehab From Tommy John Continues

Sale suffered a few setbacks during his recovery, including a bout with COVID-19, but has bounced back in classic Sale fashion. He has been throwing bullpens and live BPs, and has been spending time in Worcester with the WooSox when Boston is on the road. Sale faced hitters for the first time over the weekend and and looked “really good.



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Red Sox aren't just overachievers, they're legitimate World Series contenders

The Red Sox made a statement with a three-game sweep of the Yankees over the weekend. As our John Tomase writes, they've graduated from overachieving curiosity to legitimate contender.



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Aaron Boone on Yankees' 2021 struggles: 'Our season's on the line'

Aaron Boone kept it straight forward about his Yankees, saying the season is on the line after getting swept by Red Sox.



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Southgate warns England in 'dangerous moment'

England are at a dangerous moment, coach Gareth Southgate warned on Tuesday as he urged caution after their 2-0 win over Germany.

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Serena Williams forced to retire from Wimbledon match due to injury

Seven-time Wimbledon champion Serena Williams was forced to retire from her first-round match at the All England Club against Aliaksandra Sasnovich on Tuesday due to an injury suffered in the first set.

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Federer says he 'got a bit lucky' after surviving Wimbledon scare

Roger Federer's bid to win a 21st grand slam title got off to a nervy start at Wimbledon on Tuesday when his opponent Adrian Mannarino had to retire at the start of the fifth set in the first round.

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Tuesday, June 29, 2021

Why do good Yankees do bad things?

The team’s inconsistency, which occasionally veers into the horrific, has become perhaps the central mystery of the 2021 baseball season



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Alex Cora Provides Positive Update On Christian Arroyo, Kevin Plawecki

Christian Arroyo and Kevin Plawecki’s stints on the injured list appears to be getting closer to the end. Arroyo was placed on the 10-day IL on June 24 with a right knee contusion after a collision with Boston Red Sox teammate Kiké Hernández, while Plawecki was diagnosed with a hamstring strain. Arroyo originally wasn’t thought to have needed time on the IL, but he wasn’t progressing the way the team hoped.



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Garrett Whitlock explained how using a third pitch more often has helped him stay a step ahead

As Whitlock recently explained to WEEI Red Sox reporter Rob Bradford, his increased usage of a slider has made all the difference. As someone who had previously been leaning almost exclusively on a fastball and changeup, a slider has thrown hitters back off-balance. You saw the hitters started sitting on changeups and fastballs so I had to have a third pitch in order to separate the difference because they would just be fine taking the fastball to the opposite field so they could be on time for ...



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Red Sox honor Dustin Pedroia

Pedroia’s retirement prior to the 2021 season came with a final year remaining on his contract. That’s the hard part — knowing that it’s in there, but one part of my body won’t work,” Pedroia said on Friday night. That’s tough.



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Red Sox hammer Cole, rout Yanks 9-2 for another 3-game sweep

The Yankees were hoping a faster start might help them find a way to slow down the rival Red Sox. Instead, Boston beat up on their best pitcher on the way to posting its most-lopsided win of the series. Kiké Hernández and Rafael Devers homered in the first inning as Boston hammered Gerrit Cole, routing New York 9-2 Sunday to complete a second straight sweep of its longtime rivals.



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How James Lawrence Completed 100 Ironman-Length Triathlons

James Lawrence completed 100 Ironman-distance races in 100 days. He brought a whole community — and a nonprofit that has come under scrutiny — along with him.

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France Crashes Out of Euro 2020; Spain Outlasts Croatia

Spain was cruising against Croatia, until suddenly it wasn’t. France was out, then back in, then out for good after a penalty shootout against Switzerland.

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Switzerland upset France: How social media reacted

Penalties in Bucharest provided enough drama for an entire tournament.

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Switzerland oust France after Mbappe shootout miss

Kylian Mbappe had a decisive miss from the penalty spot as Switzerland outsted World Cup champions France from the 2020 European Championship.

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76ers' Simmons skipping Games to develop skills

Ben Simmons has advised Team Australia that he won't play in the Tokyo Games so he can focus on developing his skills for the next NBA season.

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Morata hails family after Spain win, death threats

Alvaro Morata has dedicated the goal that helped Spain beat Croatia to his family after the insults and threats they have received in recent days.

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PGA Tour to end weekly virus testing in late July

Starting with the 3M Open, players will no longer need to produce a negative test to compete, regardless of vaccination status.

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Switzerland stuns France in Euro 2020 as Mbappe misses in penalty shootout

Switzerland stunned reigning world champion France with victory in a nerve-shredding penalty shootout to book its place in the Euro 2020 quarterfinals.

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Pirates' Kranick to minors after perfect debut

The Pittsburgh Pirates optioned right-hander Max Kranick to Triple-A Indianapolis on Monday, a day after he pitched five perfect innings to win his major league debut.

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76ers' Simmons skipping Games to develop skills

Ben Simmons has advised Team Australia that he won't play in the Tokyo Games so he can focus on developing his skills for the next NBA season.

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Checking in on Jarren Duran, other top Red Sox prospects

Jarren Duran headlines a promising list of Red Sox prospects. Here's how he and the other top minor leaguers in Boston's system have fared lately.



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Aaron Boone on Yankees' 2021 struggles: 'Our season's on the line'

Aaron Boone kept it straight forward about his Yankees, saying the season is on the line after getting swept by Red Sox.



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A Spectator’s Sign Felled Dozens of Tour de France Racers

The French authorities were searching for a woman who they said left the scene after a German cyclist crashed into her sign, setting off a pileup during the first stage of the race.

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Morata hails family after Spain win, death threats

Alvaro Morata has dedicated the goal that helped Spain beat Croatia to his family after the insults and threats they have received in recent days.

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Parker leaves Fulham to take Bournemouth job

Manager Scott Parker has left Fulham after they were relegated from the Premier League in May, the West London club said on Monday.

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Spain again shows it won't be going away easily at Euro 2020

Spain wasn't perfect in its extra-time win over Croatia, but led by Alvaro Morata, the team showed its resilience.

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Going back to Cali: X Games return to California

After taking a year off because of the coronavirus pandemic, the X Games will be staged in three Southern California locations July 14-18, but fans will not be allowed in.

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Former Tour de France winner rides on after his dislocated shoulder is put back in following crash

Another day, another crash-filled Tour de France stage.

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Monday, June 28, 2021

Could Chris Sale Make Red Sox Return In Relief? Alex Cora Doubtful

Chris Sale wants to get back to the Red Sox’s rotation as soon as possible. The Boston ace hasn’t been shy about that in the few times he’s spoken to media this season, even offering that he “would be game” to come out of the bullpen initially if it meant he’s sooner join the pitching staff and take the mound. Alex Cora says pump the breaks, though.



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Eovaldi strong, Red Sox run win streak to 5 over Yanks, 4-2

Nathan Eovaldi pitched neatly into the eighth inning, Adam Ottavino escaped a pair of late jams and the Boston Red Sox held off the New York Yankees 4-2 on Saturday night, improving to 5-0 this season against their longtime rivals. Boston will now look to post its second sweep of the Yankees this year in Sunday’s series finale. It was a bounce-back night for Eovaldi (8-4), who was coming off his shortest outing of 2021 in which he last just four innings at Kansas City.



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Yankees Can’t Keep Taking the Weekends Off

The Yankees were swept by the Red Sox, their fourth weekend in five without a victory.

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Belgium Beats Portugal at Euro 2020, Sending Cristiano Ronaldo Home Early

A failed strategy sends defending champion Portugal out early at Euro 2020, and keeps alive the title hopes of Belgium’s golden generation.

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Gabby Thomas Qualifies for Her First Olympics

Thomas, 24, is a Harvard graduate who is working toward a master’s degree in epidemiology. She is also a first-time Olympian.

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Belgium prove vs. Ronaldo's Portugal they're more than just goals

Kevin De Bruyne limped off, Eden Hazard too, and Romelu Lukaku had an off-night, yet Belgium still got past Portugal and into the Euro 2020 quarterfinals.

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Korda wins Women's PGA, earns No. 1 ranking

Nelly Korda powered her way to her first major championship Sunday with a performance worthy of her new status as the No. 1 player in women's golf.

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Should the Yankees be worried about Gerrit Cole?

After the Yankees ace was hammered by the Red Sox, questions about his sticky situation will only get louder.

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UEFA denies banning rainbow flags in Budapest for Netherlands vs. Czech Republic match

European football governing body UEFA has denied that it banned fans from bringing in rainbow flags for the Euro 2020 game between the Netherlands and Czech Republic in Budapest on Sunday.

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Yankees, Gerrit Cole get blown out of Fenway Park by Red Sox

BOSTON — Gerrit Cole squatted behind the mound. The Yankees ace had just given up a three-run bomb to Rafael Devers. It was the second he had given up Sunday and there was just one out in the first inning. Even Cole could not figure a way out of this nightmare roller coaster ride the Yankees have been on. Cole gave up a home run on the first pitch he threw Sunday and the Bombers could not ...



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Red Sox Notes: Everything Came Together In 'Best Series' Of Season

He lasted six innings and allowed just two runs — which came on an Aaron Judge homer in the sixth — on five hits with eight strikeouts and no walks. The biggest thing for Rodriguez is his approach to hitters, in part because it’s a way he tips his hand. When he nibbles too much, you can tell he’s not trusting his stuff, and that’s generally when he gets lit up.



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Yankees 2, Red Sox 9: Yanks stomped out, get swept

On the first pitch of the game, Kiké Hernandez took Gerrit Cole’s first-pitch fastball over the Green Monster, a deep deficit for a team that can’t figure out a way to score. Unfortunately for the Yankees, the deficit accelerated rapidly from there. Still in the first, Cole served up an elevated changeup with two strikes to Alex Verdugo for a double.



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Alex Cora Lays Out Next Steps For Red Sox Ace Chris Sale's Return

The Red Sox keep teasing us with updates about Chris Sale. Sunday was no different. Ahead of Boston’s win Sunday over the New York Yankees, manager Alex Cora was asked about the starting pitcher having faced live hitters Saturday in a simulated game by reporters.



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Nathan Eovaldi strikes out six

Nathan Eovaldi strikes out six over 7 2/3 innings, allowing seven hits and one run in his start against the Yankees



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Gervonta Davis’s Win Was Its Own Novelty: A True Test of Undefeateds

Davis won an old-school, high-stakes matchup at a time when boxing is figuring out whether a recent wave of popular novelty fights will boost the sport or threaten it.

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Here is how to watch the U.S. track and field trials.

NBC will have live coverage from 7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.

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De Bruyne subbed off with injury against Portugal

Kevin De Bruyne was replaced early in the second half of Belgium's 1-0 win over Portugal in the round of 16 of the European Championship.

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UConn pitcher, family escape Fla. tower collapse

UConn pitcher Justin Willis and his family were among those fortunate enough to escape the collapse of a Miami-area apartment tower last week that has left more than 100 people still missing.

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Follow live: Brazil attempts to finish group stage undefeated

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Mariners P Santiago 1st ejection amid inspections

Mariners pitcher Hector Santiago was ejected in the fifth inning of Sunday's game against the Chicago White Sox after umpires inspected his glove, becoming the first player to be ejected in MLB's crackdown on foreign substances.

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Indians OF Naylor carted off field after collision

Cleveland Indians right fielder Josh Naylor was carted off the field on a stretcher after colliding with rookie second baseman Ernie Clement during Sunday's game in Minnesota.

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Padres' Lamet to IL with forearm inflammation

Padres right-hander Dinelson Lamet was placed on the 10-day injured list Sunday with forearm inflammation.

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White Sox's Abreu suffers bruised knee on HBP

White Sox first baseman Jose Abreu suffered a bruised left knee after being being hit by a 96 mph sinker in Sunday's game against the Mariners.

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Sunday, June 27, 2021

Italy learn valuable Euro lessons in hard-fought knockout win over Austria

The surprise darlings of the 2020 Euro group stage were made to work in an extra-time win over Austria that could pay dividends down the road.

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Sporting KC downs LAFC with late Salloi strike

Daniel Salloi scored his third goal in the last two matches to lift Sporting Kansas City to a 2-1 victory over visiting LAFC.

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Brazil's Tite doubts Copa final pitch will improve

CONMEBOL said it is upgrading the Maracana stadium pitch for the Copa America final amid criticism of other fields of play in the tournament.

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Gane defeats Volkov, eyes title shot vs. Ngannou

Undefeated Ciryl Gane, who came up at the same gym and with the same trainer as UFC champion Francis Ngannou, defeated Alexander Volkov via unanimous decision Saturday night in a critical heavyweight contender bout.

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Italy learns valuable Euro lessons in hard-fought knockout win over Austria

The surprise darlings of the 2020 Euro group stage were made to work in an extra-time win over Austria.

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Report: Cancer survivor Mancini invited to Derby

Trey Mancini returned this year after missing all of the 2020 season following a Stage 3 colon cancer diagnosis.

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Italy Shows Some Grit Just as the Results Start to Matter

A team that was told to have fun by its coach held its nerve in a tense, extra-time victory over Austria at Euro 2020.

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Transfer Talk: Chelsea's James joins Kane, Grealish on Manchester City's wishlist

Contributions from RB Leipzig's Dani Olmo to the Spain team at the Euro haven't gone unnoticed at Real Madrid. Transfer Talk has the latest.

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Report: Cancer survivor Mancini invited to Derby

Trey Mancini returned this year after missing all of the 2020 season following a Stage 3 colon cancer diagnosis.

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Watson, Hickok tie for 54-hole Travelers lead

Three-time Travelers champion Bubba Watson picked up 3 strokes on Kramer Hickok over the final two holes, shooting a 2-under 68 on Saturday at TPC River Highlands to pull into a tie for the lead with the minor league tour regular at 10 under par.

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Live results and analysis from biggest boxing cards of night

Follow live as Vasiliy Lomachenko takes on Masayoshi Nakatani, plus Gervonta Davis is in action in Atlanta.

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Italy defeats Austria in extra time at Euro 2020 to surpass its own 82-year-old unbeaten record

Italy needed extra time to defeat Austria 2-1 in the round of 16 at Euro 2020, surpassing its own 30-game unbeaten run set in 1939 and qualify for the quarterfinals of the tournament.

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Dominicans claim final Olympic baseball berth

Melky Cabrera sparked a comeback from a three-run deficit with a two-run homer, and the Dominican Republic claimed the final Olympic baseball berth by beating Venezuela 8-5 on Saturday and win the final qualifier at Puebla, Mexico.

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Bowman barrels to victory amid Larson tire woes

Alex Bowman made it six straight wins for Hendrick Motorsports Saturday, when teammate Kyle Larson's Chevrolet blew a tire on the final lap, and he took the checkered flag at Pocono Raceway for his third Cup win of the season.

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New York Yankees vs. Boston Red Sox: Jordan Montgomery vs. Nathan Eovaldi

Let’s take a look at the starting pitching matchup as well as the starting lineups. Jordan Montgomery gets the ball for his 15th start of the season. The tall lefty has been the Yankees’ second-best starter since Corey Kluber went down with injury.



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Ryan Brasier Shares Health Update Three Weeks After Liner To Head

Ryan Brasier is making his way back. The Boston Red Sox relief pitcher has dealt with a number of roadblocks this season, which has prevented him from playing in any MLB or rehab games. He hurt his hand, had a delayed start to his spring training — which he revealed Saturday was due to the death of his father.



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Red Sox: Xander Bogaerts has a big opportunity to rebound tonight

Xander Bogaerts is looking to lift the Red Sox tonight Last night was full of nothing but pure emotion from start to finish. The evening began with the Red Sox honoring longtime second baseman Dustin Pedroia as he said farewell to the Fenway Faithful with a retirement ceremony. Then the action began as Boston took on the Yankees for the first time at home in 2021.



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Vegas D Martinez had broken foot during playoffs

Las Vegas Golden Knights defenseman Alec Martinez, 33, a key contributor in a postseason run that just ended in the NHL semifinals, admitted Saturday that he played with a broken foot just as he's about to hit unrestricted free agency next month.

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NC State has been ruled out of the College World Series due to Covid-19 protocols, advancing Vanderbilt to the finals

The North Carolina State Wolfpack is out of the College World Series due to Covid-19 protocols, allowing the Vanderbilt Commodores to advance to the finals.

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Vegas D Martinez had broken foot during playoffs

Las Vegas Golden Knights defenseman Alec Martinez, 33, a key contributor in a postseason run that just ended in the NHL semifinals, admitted Saturday that he played with a broken foot just as he's about to hit unrestricted free agency next month.

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Yankees' Zack Britton headed to IL after injuring hamstring against Red Sox

Yankees pitcher Zack Britton allowed one run and walked one in Friday night's 5-3 loss to the Boston Red Sox, before exiting the game early after just 0.1 IP with an injury to his hamstring.



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Italy beat Austria in ET to make Euro quarterfinals

Federico Chiesa scored an extra-time winner as Italy beat Austria to advance to the quarterfinals of the 2002 European Championship on Saturday.

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Stopped Short: Tigers rookie ends Astros' streak

After storms washed out Friday's second game of the four-game series, Zack Short's first home run in the majors broke a fifth-inning tie and helped the Tigers snap the Astros' 11-game winning streak in the first game of Saturday's doubleheader.

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Saturday, June 26, 2021

Sources: Billups front-runner to land Blazers job

Chauncey Billups has a longstanding relationship with franchise superstar Damian Lillard and the two have talked frequently throughout Portland's search process, sources said.

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Follow live: Islanders, Lightning meet in Game 7 for spot in Stanley Cup Final

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Kawhi out, Morris game-time decision for Game 4

Kawhi Leonard remains out for the LA Clippers and Marcus Morris Sr. is expected to be a game-time decision for Game 4 against the Phoenix Suns.

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Highlights from Dustin Pedroia's emotional retirement ceremony

The Boston Red Sox' retirement ceremony for Dustin Pedroia on Friday was filled with heartfelt moments and pleasant surprises. Here were the highlights.



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Xander Bogaerts Shares 'Biggest Thing' He Learned From Dustin Pedroia

Xander Bogaerts was fortunate to be surrounded by great leaders as he broke into the big leagues. In addition to David Ortiz, Bogaerts was able to receive mentorship from Dustin Pedroia, widely regarded as one of the best teammates by Red Sox players over the past decade-plus. Pedroia certainly had a positive impact on Bogaerts, who spoke highly of his former teammate hours before the four-time All-Star’s retirement ceremony at Fenway Park on Friday.



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Women's PGA Championship: Nelly Korda and Michelle Wie West Have a Big Day

On a day when Korda shot a record-tying nine-under-par 63 to take the lead at the Women’s P.G.A. Championship, Wie West made her first cut at a major since 2018.

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Transfer Talk: Real Madrid scouting RB Leipzig's Dani Olmo at Euro 2020

Contributions from RB Leipzig's Dani Olmo to the Spain team at the Euro haven't gone unnoticed at Real Madrid. Transfer Talk has the latest.

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Sources: Jets signing RT Moses to one-year deal

Morgan Moses, 30, was released by the Washington Football Team in May in a salary-cap move.

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Vandy beats depleted NC State roster in CWS

The win forces a second Bracket 1 final on Saturday, with the winner going to the best-of-three finals starting Monday.

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Nola K's 10 straight Mets, ties Seaver's MLB mark

Philadelphia Phillies pitcher Aaron Nola struck out 10 straight New York Mets batters Friday, tying a major league record that stood alone for more than five decades.

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Sources: Jets signing RT Moses to one-year deal

Morgan Moses, 30, was released by the Washington Football Team in May in a salary-cap move.

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Game 76 Gamethread: Red Sox vs. Yankees

The Red Sox are coming off a wildly frustrating loss on Thursday to fall behind in the division, and now they have the Yankees right on their back coming into Fenway as well. On top of that, they have Dustin Pedroia in the house tonight to honor his career. It’s a busy night, and anything less than a win would be anticlimactic.



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NBC Sports Boston Signs Brian Scalabrine to Multi-Year Extension to Serve as Lead Celtics Analyst

NBCSB signs Scalabrine to multi-year extension to serve as lead C's analyst originally appeared on NBC Sports Boston NEEDHAM, MA. June 25, 2021) – NBC Sports Boston today announced Brian Scalabrine will continue to serve as lead analyst for its live-game coverage of the Boston Celtics as part of a multi-year contract extension. Scalabrine, a former Celtics forward who spent 11 seasons in the NBA as a player, will serve as the game analyst for every Celtics game on NBC Sports Boston alongside pla...



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Red Sox bid for combined no-hitter vs Rays ends in 8th

Kevin Kiermaier doubled off reliever Darwinzon Hernández with one out in the eighth inning for Tampa Bay's first hit against the Boston Red Sox on Thursday night. Nick Pivetta and Josh Taylor combined to hold the Rays hitless through seven innings. Hernández entered a scoreless game and struck out Francisco Mejía to begin the eighth before Kiermaier doubled to left field on a 1-1 fastball clocked at 94 mph.



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Kane not focused on Spurs future, manager talk

Harry Kane has said he is focused on England's bid for Euro 2020 and not held talks over his Tottenham future or seen the club's manager search.

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Nola K's 10 straight Mets, ties Seaver's MLB mark

Philadelphia Phillies pitcher Aaron Nola struck out 10 straight New York Mets batters Friday, tying a major league record that stood alone for more than five decades.

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An almost international feud: Canada vs. Celine Dion vs. the Golden Knights

In what was almost an international incident, Dion, a Canadian icon, was shown in Vegas wearing Knights gear. The Knights were facing the Canadiens, Dion's hometown team. A Canadian newspaper called her a traitor. Dion was quick to deny the photo.

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Golden Knights' offseason filled with questions

Another season that began with expectations of winning a Stanley Cup concluded with a bitter taste for the Vegas Golden Knights.

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An almost international feud: Canada vs. Celine Dion vs. the Golden Knights

In what was almost an international incident, Dion, a Canadian icon was shown in Vegas wearing Knights gear. The Knights were facing the Canadiens, Dion's hometown team. A Canadian newspaper called her a traitor. Dion was quick to deny the photo.

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MLB DFS Stacks: Friday 6/25

Louis Cangiano goes over tonight's top GPP & cash game stacks for a 13-game MLB main slate starting at 7:07 pm ET. (Andy Marlin-USA TODAY Sports)



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Alex Cora 'wouldn't mind' Dustin Pedroia managing Red Sox in a few years

Boston Red Sox manager Alex Cora is all for the idea of Dustin Pedroia taking over as Sox skipper in a few years.



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Novak Djokovic and Serena Williams Have Promising Paths at Wimbledon

For the first time, seedings at the tournament, which begins on Monday, did not take into account a player’s past performance on grass.

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The Two Ciro Immobiles

The spearhead of Italy’s attack is either its secret weapon or its fatal flaw. At age 31, it is still not clear which.

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Friday, June 25, 2021

PFL6: Motivations vary for Anthony Pettis and Lance Palmer in final regular season fight

Anthony Pettis and Lance Palmer are two of the PFL's biggest stars, but entering the final night of the regular season, both are on the outside looking in at the playoffs.

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Sources: Kidd strong front-runner for Mavs job

The Mavericks are also close to hiring a new head of basketball operations, who has signed off on the Kidd candidacy, sources told ESPN.

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NBA: Refs missed Giannis FT violations late in G1

The NBA said Thursday that Bucks star Giannis Antetokounmpo committed 10-second violations on his two free throws with 5.3 seconds left in Milwaukee's Game 1 loss to the Hawks.

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'They followed Phil, not you,' Kevin Durant claps back at Scottie Pippen

Come for Kevin Durant at your own risk. The Brooklyn Nets superstar responded to Scottie Pippen's critiques of his game with a pointed tweet about the infamous "last shot" incident and by debunking Pippen's Chicago Bulls leadership claims.

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Game 75 Gamethread: Red Sox at Rays

The Red Sox are coming off a rough night, with Garrett Richards getting blown up early to give the Rays their first win over Boston this season. Now, the two have a rubber match, with Nick Pivetta trying to do better than Richards. He’ll be going up against Michael Wacha.



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Red Sox Send Christian Arroyo Back To 10-Day IL: 'We Need Bodies'

The Boston Red Sox hoped they wouldn’t need to place Christian Arroyo back on the 10-day injured list. But Thursday ahead of their series finale against the Tampa Bay Rays, that’s how things played out, with the team calling up infielder Michael Chavis to fill his spot for now. Arroyo) wasn’t progressing and we need bodies,” manager Alex Cora said, one day after suggesting the utility infielder could be back as soon as Thursday or Friday, when Boston begins a three-game set with the New York Yan...



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LEADING OFF: More teams go to 100% capacity, Minor in Texas

Toronto, forced from home by Canadian government coronavirus restrictions, is playing home games at the field of its Triple-A team in Buffalo, New York. MINOR RETURNS Royals left-hander Mike Minor (6-4, 4.48) is set to pitch at Texas for the first time since the Rangers traded him to Oakland late last season. The 33-year-old Minor was 26-23 with a 4.00 ERA over three seasons with Texas.



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The Yankees are hot yet again, with Gary Sanchez leading the way this time

The pitchers are starting to believe and the hitters are feeling it. Yankees manager Aaron Boone knows this team isn’t where they expected to be — yet. This weekend will be telling. After dismissing the Royals 8-1 at the Stadium on Thursday, the Yankees head up to Fenway for the first time this year to face the team that embarrassed them in the Bronx three weeks ago. The Yankees (40-34) go ...



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Wander Franco makes big debut, but Rays lose 7th straight

ST. PETERSBURG — After a miserable road trip in which they lost six straight games for seemingly a dozen different reasons, the Rays were hoping things would start going their way again at home Tuesday against the Red Sox. There were some promising signs, most notably a three-run, game-tying homer in the fifth inning from 20-year-old Wander Franco as part of an electrifying major-league debut ...



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At the P.G.A. Championship, Lizette Salas Finds Her Groove

The leader after the opening round of the women’s major said talking about her anxiety had been more helpful than keeping it bottled up, and her game is starting to show it.

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At Euro 2020, a Riot of Color After a Protest Is Barred

When Euro 2020 organizers blocked a Pride display at a soccer stadium in Munich, arenas in other cities silently rallied to the cause.

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Transfer Talk: Real Madrid hope to sign PSG star Mbappe after Euro 2020

While Kylian Mbappe is at Euro 2020 with France, Real Madrid are working out how to sign him from PSG. Transfer Talk has the latest.

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Sources: Kidd strong front-runner for Mavs job

Mavericks owner Mark Cuban and the soon-to-be hired general manager have had in-depth discussions about the coaching candidates, sources said.

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Transfer Talk: Real Madrid hope to sign PSG star Mbappe after Euro 2020

While Kylian Mbappe is at Euro 2020 with France, Real Madrid are working out how to sign him from PSG. Transfer Talk has the latest.

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Ex-Hawks player says he was sexually assaulted

An unidentified former Blackhawks player says in a lawsuit against the team that a then-assistant coach sexually assaulted him in 2010 during a playoff run to a Stanley Cup title and that the team did nothing after he informed a now-retired employee.

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At Euro 2020, a Riot of Color After a Protest Is Barred

When Euro 2020 organizers blocked a Pride display at a soccer stadium in Munich, arenas in other cities silently rallied to the cause.

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Stars sign forward Gardner for 2 years, $1.5M

Rhett Gardner, 25, had a goal and an assist and finished with 52 in 28 games with the Stars this season.

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Surging Yankees ready for Red Sox series: 'It's always high tensions when we're playing them'

The Yankees have begun to generate the kind of offense that most fans expected to see this season, and the team is clicking at the right time as they get set to start another chapter in their heated rivalry with the Red Sox this weekend.



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Alex Rodriguez Reveals Emotions After Not Getting Traded To Red Sox

We all know by now that Alex Rodriguez nearly was traded to the Boston Red Sox from the Texas Rangers, but what we don’t know is how he felt once it was learned the trade would not go through. Well, we do now. The blockbuster deal was close to being done in 2003, and also included the Chicago White Sox, but it was vetoed by Major League Baseball’s Players’ Association.



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Rays stop 7-game skid, beat AL East-leading Red Sox 8-2

Austin Meadows, Mike Zunino and Brandon Lowe homered to help the Tampa Bay Rays stop a seven-game losing streak by beating the AL East-leading Boston Red Sox 8-2 on Wednesday night. It's a relief, we shook hands after the game," Rays manager Kevin Cash said. We haven't done it for a week.



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Wimbledon Loses Another Star as Dominic Thiem Withdraws

The world No. 5 and defending U.S. Open champion is out with a wrist injury and joined Rafael Nadal, Stan Wawrinka, Milos Raonic and David Goffin in missing the men’s singles tournament.

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A's Fiers gets injection, won't throw for 4 weeks

Mike Fiers, who last pitched May 6, won't need surgery on his sprained right elbow but likely won't throw for at least another four weeks after receiving an injection.

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NHL great Messier joins ESPN as studio analyst

Mark Messier is joining ESPN on a multiyear deal to be a studio analyst for the network's NHL coverage beginning with next season.

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Thursday, June 24, 2021

WooSox on pace for finest year by a Boston Triple-A affiliate

That is . baseball, the same winning percentage that the memorable 2018 Boston Red Sox had on their way to winning a World Series. This year’s WooSox have a reasonable chance at becoming the best Triple-A team with which Boston has ever been affiliated.



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A tale of two MLB debuts: Wander Franco lived up to the hype, but Connor Wong and the Red Sox had the last laugh

When Franco came back to the plate in the seventh inning, the crowd had a “Let’s go Franco” chant ready. He responded with a double off Josh Taylor. It looked easy for him, and maybe it is.



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N.C.A.A. Misses Target to Approve Rules to Let Players Profit Off Their Fame

Top leaders will meet again on Monday, three days before several state laws challenging the college sports industry are expected to take effect.

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For France and Other Euro 2020 Favorites, Draws and a Fresh Start

The favorites have survived the group stage at Euro 2020. Now the tournament gets interesting.

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Can Germany ride their luck vs. England? Don't bet on it

Germany came within six minutes of exiting Euro 2020 early, but good luck helped them advance. Where do they go from here, with England up next?

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Transfer Talk: Real Madrid, Arsenal seek Sweden star striker Isak

Real Madrid are set to battle Arsenal for the signature of Sweden star Alexander Isak, who has impressed at Euro 2020. Transfer Talk has the latest.

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Source: NFL to unveil bid system to host combine

Traditionally a staple in Indianapolis, the NFL's annual scouting combine will shift over to a bid process in which all NFL cities can submit a proposal to host the event beginning in 2023, a source told ESPN.

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Real Madrid, Arsenal seek Sweden star striker Isak

Real Madrid are set to battle Arsenal for the signature of Sweden star Alexander Isak, who has impressed at Euro 2020. Transfer Talk has the latest.

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Indians RHP Civale (finger) likely out 4-5 weeks

Cleveland RHP Aaron Civale won't throw for 1-2 weeks because of a sprained middle finger, the team said.

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Braves' Acuna scratched with lower back tightness

Braves outfielder Ronald Acuna Jr. has been scratched from Wednesday night's game at New York with lower back tightness.

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Sedin twins return to Canucks in front office roles

Three years after their retirement, Daniel and Henrik Sedin have joined the Canucks' hockey operations department with the title of special adviser to the general manager.

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Source: NFL to unveil bid system to host combine

Traditionally a staple in Indianapolis, the NFL's annual scouting combine will shift over to a bid process in which all NFL cities can submit a proposal to host the event beginning in 2023, a source told ESPN.

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Red Sox at Rays lineup: 7's heaven, but 8 is great

The Red Sox, fresh off arguably their biggest win of the season—one that pushed them to 1.5 games over Tampa Bay, rather than a half-game back, in an 11-inning classic—will look to continue the Rays’s relative woes tonight behind Garrett Richards (7:10 p.m. NESN). Last night’s game had everything: the scintillating debut of baseball’s top prospect, the fruitful debut of a top-ish Boston prospect, extra innings, and a Sox win.



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Rays' Rich Hill thought he'd land with Red Sox in free agency

Tampa Bay Rays left-hander Rich Hill says he thought he would end up with the Boston Red Sox during his free agency this past offseason.



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Red Sox: Eduardo Rodriguez is pitching away a pile of dough

The Red Sox are faced with an Eduardo Rodriquez decision Pitching is at a premium and the Boston Red Sox are certainly no exception to needing productive arms. A priority for signing would be left-hander Eduardo Rodriguez, but there is a statistical asterisk attached to doling out riches to the free agent to be. Rodriguez has done nothing of note to have those riches bestowed upon him.



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Alex Cora Excited Dustin Pedroia Will Get Ceremony He Deserves

He sat out the entire 2020 shortened season before calling it quits earlier this year. Pedroia certainly meant a lot to the Red Sox and the city of Boston, there’s no denying that. And now with capacity limits lifted and COVID-19 more or less under control, he’ll get the ceremony he deserves.



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Can Wander Franco succeed where other MLB rookies have failed?

Tampa Bay Rays shortstop Wander Franco will try to avoid the struggles other highly touted rookies have experienced this season.



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Germany advance after late draw to Hungary

Germany have edged their way into the Euro 2020 knockout stages after managing a late 2-2 draw to Hungary at the Allianz Arena on Wednesday.

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Ronaldo ties goals mark in thriller with France

Portugal's Cristiano Ronaldo tied the all-time men's record for international goals with a pair of penalties in a 2-2 draw with France.

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Germany survives at Euro, will face England next

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What to watch for at the KPMG Women's PGA Championship

This week, 156 of the best women golfers will tee it up in Atlanta for the KPMG Women's PGA Championship. Here's what to watch for as the women compete in the third major of the 2021 season.

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Cristiano Ronaldo equals all-time international goalscoring record as Portugal reach Euro 2020 knockout stages

Cristiano Ronaldo scored twice to equal the all-time international goalscoring record as Portugal qualified for the last 16 of Euro 2020 in a thrilling conclusion to Group F on Wednesday.

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Team USA roster set; Harden pulls out with injury

USA Basketball finalized its star-laden roster for the Tokyo Olympics on Wednesday, while Nets guard James Harden had to withdraw due to a hamstring injury, USA Basketball managing director Jerry Colangelo told ESPN.

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Wednesday, June 23, 2021

England will need to score more if it expects to win Euro 2020

England have looked boring in attack and while they won Group D without conceding a goal, they'll need to do better if they're to win it all.

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Transfer Talk: Lionel Messi's new Barcelona contract just a matter of time

Lionel Messi looks set to stay at Barcelona, with a new contract announcement coming as soon as Thursday. Transfer Talk has the latest.

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Xander Bogaerts Calls MLB Changes 'Exciting,' Discusses New Rules

It sounds like Xander Bogaerts is in favor of the new Major League Baseball rules. It has been no secret in recent weeks that the MLB has been cracking down on the alleged use of foreign substances by pitchers and all of their new rules (and penalties) officially went into effect on Monday. Jacob deGrom was the first player to be searched for sticky substances during yet another impressive outing Monday, but he was clean.



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When Will Jarren Duran Join Red Sox? Alex Cora Offers Insight

Red Sox fans have been wondering all year just when they will see Jarren Duran in Boston. The prospect has been lighting it up in Triple-A Worcester, and hit a walk-off home run Sunday afternoon as the WooSox continue to dominate. There’s no denying Duran’s power and speed, but his defense has needed some work — something he can improve upon with consistent playing time in Worcester.



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Top minor league prospect Franco joins Rays, starts in debut

Wander Franco, a 20-year-old infielder considered the best prospect in the minor leagues, joined the Tampa Bay Rays on Tuesday and was in the starting lineup at third base against the Boston Red Sox for his major league debut. It’s still hard to believe,” Franco said through an interpreter. I feel ready.



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Modric, Croatia prolong Scotland's tournament woes

In 10 previous major tournaments, Scotland were unable to get out of their group. Croatia ensured that streak extended to 11 at Euro 2020.

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Modric magic ensures Croatia prolong Scotland's tournament woes

In 10 previous major tournaments, Scotland were unable to get out of their group. Croatia ensured that streak extended to 11 at Euro 2020.

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Tribe expects MLB wins leader Civale to miss time

Cleveland Indians right-hander Aaron Civale appears headed to the injured list because of soreness in the middle finger on his pitching hand, another major hit for a banged-up staff.

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Jays' Springer back, set 'to play as hard as I can'

Saying that he finally feels "like myself," three-time All-Star outfielder George Springer returned to the Toronto Blue Jays' lineup Tuesday night for only his fifth game this year.

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Fanatics: Nassib tops NFL jersey sales in past day

In the 24 hours since Carl Nassib became the first active NFL player to come out as gay, the Raiders defensive end's jersey has been the top-selling item across the league, according to Fanatics.

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Red Sox LHP Sale progressing in return from elbow surgery

Boston Red Sox left-hander Chris Sale is ready to take the next step in his comeback from Tommy John surgery and throw to hitters on Saturday. Sale threw off the mound with Double-A Portland on Tuesday. “So far, so good,” Boston manager Alex Cora said before the Red Sox played at Tampa Bay.



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Red Sox Vs. Rays Lineups: Danny Santana, Christian Vázquez Return For Series Opener

The Boston Red Sox will put some distance between themselves and the Tampa Bay Rays if they sustain their success against their rivals. Boston and Tampa will open their three-game set Tuesday night at Tropicana Field with first place in the American League East Division on the line. The first-place Sox lead the second-place Rays by a half game, so the stakes couldn’t be any clearer to competitors, viewers or anyone else.



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Red Sox Call Up Catching Prospect Acquired In Mookie Betts Trade

Welcome to the show, Connor Wong. The Red Sox on Tuesday called up the 25-year-old catching prospect, whom they acquired last year in the Mookie Betts trade. Boston also placed backup catcher Kevin Plawecki on the 10-day injured list with a left hamstring ailment.



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There are some questions about the Red Sox, but no doubts about their resilience

The Red Sox woke up Tuesday nine games shy of the official midway point of the schedule, and with so much still to be revealed in this pleasant surprise of a season. Will their starting rotation — so unexpectedly effective early on but lately a collective tribute to 2011 John Lackey (6.41 ERA, franchise record for curse words caught by NESN cameras) — figure out how to succeed in the post-Spider Tack world?



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Fanatics: Nassib tops NFL jersey sales in past day

In the 24 hours since Carl Nassib became the first active NFL player to come out as gay, the Raiders defensive end's jersey has been the top-selling item across the league, according to Fanatics.

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Pogba thriving as leader for France at Euro 2020

From picking the music in the France locker room to helping Didier Deschamps figure out his best XI and tactics, Paul Pogba is thriving as a leader.

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Croatia down Scotland to reach Euro last-16

Luka Modric smashed in the go-ahead goal for Croatia as they beat Scotland in in Glasgow on Tuesday to secure second place in Group D.

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Pogba thriving as leader for France at Euro 2020

From picking the music in the France locker room to helping Didier Deschamps figure out his best XI and tactics, Paul Pogba is thriving as a leader.

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Euro 2020: England looks to pull nation together, but it hasn't been easy

Football has a magical way of bringing people together and perhaps no country knows that more than England.

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Manoah banned 5 games for plunking O's hitter

Blue Jays right-hander Alek Manoah has been suspended five games and fined for throwing at Orioles third baseman Maikel Franco on Saturday and triggering a benches-clearing altercation. Manoah is appealing.

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Mets OF Conforto returning; Lucchesi set for TJ

Mets outfielder Michael Conforto is returning to the team on Tuesday after a lengthy stay on the injured list while left-hander Joey Lucchesi will undergo Tommy John surgery, acting GM Zack Scott said Tuesday.

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Braves' Fried hits IL with blister on index finger

Left-hander Kyle Wright was placed on the 10-day injured list by the Braves on Tuesday with a blister on his left index finger.

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Barzal skirts suspension, fined $5K for Rutta hit

Mathew Barzal, who has 12 points this postseason, was fined $5,000 Tuesday, the maximum allowable under the NHL CBA, for cross-checking Tampa Bay defenseman Jan Rutta in Game 5, but the Islander was not suspended, and will play in Wednesday's Game 6.

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Tuesday, June 22, 2021

Nassib first active NFL player to come out as gay

Raiders DE Carl Nassib became the first active NFL player to come out as gay, announcing the news in an Instagram post Monday while pledging $100,000 to the Trevor Project.

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Euro 2020: Fairytale comes true as Denmark grabs place in knockout stages

In a campaign overshadowed by the health of Chrisian Eriksen, who suffered a cardiac arrest during Denmark's opening Euro 2020 game, the Danish national team delivered a pulsating performance against Russia to secure an unlikely place in the tournament's knockout stages.

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Carl Nassib of Las Vegas Raiders is first active NFL player to announce he is gay

Carl Nassib, a defensive lineman with the Las Vegas Raiders, became the first active NFL player in league history to announce that he is gay.

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Nassib first active NFL player to come out as gay

Raiders DE Carl Nassib became the first active NFL player to come out as gay, announcing the news in an Instagram post Monday while pledging $100,000 to the Trevor Project.

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Future is now as Rays face Red Sox with SS Wander Franco

Franco, ranked as baseball's No. prospect by MLB.com, learned he was being called up from Triple-A Durham lateSunday and is expected to make his major league debut when the Rays play host to their American League East rival Boston Red Sox in the first of a three-game series Tuesday night. I'm thankful) for you guys, thank you to Coach, thank you for (being my) teammates - I'm so happy right now," Franco told his Durham Bulls teammates after learning of his call-up in a video shared by the Rays o...



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Red Sox were outplayed and outslugged in series finale loss to lowly Royals

Our defense wasn’t good enough,” Cora said. That put us in a bad spot. That wasn’t it for the bad news.



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Carl Nassib Becomes First NFL Player to Come Out As Gay

The Raiders defensive lineman came out in a statement posted to his Instagram account on Monday, becoming the first active player in the league to publicly identify as gay.

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Hazard lively but De Bruyne, Lukaku make the difference

Eden Hazard completed 90 minutes for the first time in 19 months while Kevin De Bruyne and Romelu Lukaku fueled Belgium to a 2-0 win vs. Finland.

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Transfer Talk: Man United want Torres in player-plus-cash deal

Could Manchester United land Villarreal centre-back Pau Torres in a swap deal? Transfer Talk has the latest.

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Coronavirus cases at Copa America rise to 140

There were 140 known COVID-19 cases at the Copa America in Brazil on Monday, up from 66 positive tests on Thursday.

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Kane, England attack must rediscover form if they're to make Euro 2020 run

Much was expected from Harry Kane and England's attack at Euro 2020. After two group games, though, the Three Lions have largely misfired.

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Cardinals LB Collins arrested for reckless driving

Arizona Cardinals rookie linebacker Zaven Collins was arrested Sunday morning for excessive speed and reckless driving, and was later released.

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Euro 2020: Denmark Stuns Russia to Reach Round of 16

A 4-1 victory over Russia sent Denmark to the knockout stages, a stunning turn in a tournament that began with the collapse of its star, Christian Eriksen.

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Mets Try to Improve Workplace Culture With New Guidelines

In a letter announcing the completion of an investigation and the departure of two longtime employees, Steven Cohen set goals for the team’s community and culture.

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Coronavirus cases at Copa America rise to 140

There were 140 known COVID-19 cases at the Copa America in Brazil on Monday, up from 66 positive tests on Thursday.

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Belgium cap perfect group run with win vs. Finland

Belgium completed a perfect group campaign with a 2-0 victory over Finland at the European Championship on Monday.

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Euro 2020 shows why Haaland remains the dream target for Europe's big clubs

Is the centre-forward talent pool too shallow? When it comes to teams seeking a striker, Euro 2020 is boosting Haaland's profile even further.

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Sources: Blazers continue Billups, Hammon talks

Chauncey Billups and Becky Hammon are among those who have advanced to second interviews in the Trail Blazers' search for a head coach, and Mike D'Antoni also remains in the mix for the job, sources told ESPN.

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Team USA spots filling up: Bam, Harden are in

USA Basketball's Olympic men's roster is getting closer to filled, with as many as eight spots on the 12-person team claimed, with Bam Adebayo and James Harden the latest to commit to playing in Tokyo.

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Euro 2020 shows why Haaland remains the dream target for Europe's big clubs

When it comes to teams seeking a striker, Euro 2020 is boosting Haaland's profile even further.

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HOF returns to standard seating for '20 induction

Preparing for the long-awaited ceremony to honor the 2020 class on Sept. 8, Baseball Hall of Fame officials said Monday that tickets will not be required for the induction event's free lawn seating area.

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Sources: Blazers continue Billups, Hammon talks

Chauncey Billups and Becky Hammon are among those who have advanced to second interviews in the Trail Blazers' search for a head coach, and Mike D'Antoni also remains in the mix for the job, sources told ESPN.

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Murphy to leave UVA, keep name in NBA draft

Trey Murphy is the No. 30 prospect in the ESPN 100 and is a strong candidate to go in the first round of the 2021 NBA draft.

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Monday, June 21, 2021

Transfer Talk: Barcelona to bid for Germany breakout star Gosens

Germany international and Atalanta left-back Robin Gosens has been linked with a switch to Barcelona this summer. Transfer Talk has the latest.

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The big takeaways from Suns' Game 1 win over Clippers

The bubble Suns are so last year. Say hello to the playoff Suns, who downed the Clippers to win their eighth straight.

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UVa catcher hits rare HR at CWS as dad looks on

With his father, Jeff, a three-year pancreatic cancer survivor, in attendance on Father's Day, Virginia catcher Logan Michaels homered and more in the Cavaliers' 6-0 victory over Tennessee in their College World Series opener.

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Golden Knights GM McCrimmon tests positive

Vegas Golden Knights general manager Kelly McCrimmon is isolating after testing positive for COVID-19, the team announced on Sunday.

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Chile players fined for barber in Copa bubble

A number of Chile's players will be fined after inviting a barber into their Copa America bubble, thereby breaking strict coronavrius protocols.

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WWE Hell in a Cell: Live results and analysis

Three world titles are on the line on Sunday, including two matches contested inside Hell in a Cell. Follow along live.

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Transfer Talk: Barcelona to inquire for Germany star Gosens

Germany international and Atalanta left-back Robin Gosens has been linked with a switch to Barcelona this summer. Transfer Talk has the latest.

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Golden Knights GM McCrimmon tests positive

Vegas Golden Knights general manager Kelly McCrimmon is isolating after testing positive for COVID-19, the team announced on Sunday.

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The big takeaways from the Suns' Game 1 win over the Clippers

Say hello to the Playoff Suns, who downed the Clippers to win their 8th straight game.

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Australia's Daniels signs with G League Ignite

Dyson Daniels, the No. 18 prospect in the ESPN 2022 mock draft, has signed with the NBA's G League Ignite program, he told ESPN Sunday.

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Kamara's new job: Help NASCAR grow fan base

Saints star running back Alvin Kamara has a new job with NASCAR in which he will connect with fans and share his own fan experience digitally and on social media.

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Royals top Red Sox, take two of three

The Kansas City Royals won a three-game series for the first time this month by scoring three runs in each of the third and sixth innings to beat the visiting Boston Red Sox 7-3 on Sunday afternoon. Kansas City, which snapped a six-game losing streak by beating the Red Sox on Friday night, took two of three in a series for the first time since May 28-30 at Minnesota. The Royals came into the day with losses in 12 of their previous 14 games.



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Boston-Kansas City Runs

Hunter Dozier singles to right field. Adalberto Mondesi to third. Jarrod Dyson grounds out to shallow infield, Nathan Eovaldi to Bobby Dalbec.



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Yankees defeat Athletics behind game-ending triple play

Gary Sanchez continued his tear with a go-ahead two-run double in the sixth inning off a dominating Sean Manaea and the New York Yankees turned a game-ending triple play to hold on for a 2-1 victory over the Oakland Athletics Sunday afternoon at Yankee Stadium. The Yankees won for the seventh time in 11 games since being swept in a three-game series at home by the Boston Red Sox two weeks ago. Manaea (6-3) entered the sixth with a two-hit shutout but put two on with one out and committed a balk.



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Kamara's new job: Help NASCAR grow fan base

Saints star running back Alvin Kamara has a new job with NASCAR in which he will connect with fans and share his own fan experience digitally and on social media.

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Kamara's new job: Help NASCAR grow fan base

Saints star running back Alvin Kamara has a new job with NASCAR in which he will connect with fans and share his own fan experience digitally and on social media.

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Philly rally with last-gasp goal to draw vs. Atlanta

Jakob Glesnes scored on a sensational 35-yard strike in second-half stoppage time, as the Philadelphia Union rallied against Atlanta United.

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Suns architect Jones named Executive of Year

James Jones was named Executive of the Year on the same day his Phoenix Suns played their first Western Conference finals game in more than a decade.

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Yankees turn game-ending triple play, tie record

The Yankees turned their record-tying third triple play of the season to strand the go-ahead run in the ninth inning, bailing out closer Aroldis Chapman and sealing a 2-1 win over the Athletics on Sunday.

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Tom Brady, Naomi Osaka land double nominations

The 2021 ESPYS will be held July 10. Between now and then, your votes for best athletes, best moments, best plays and best team will help decide the stars of the show.

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Yankees turn game-ending triple play, tie record

The Yankees turned their record-tying third triple play of the season to strand the go-ahead run in the ninth inning, bailing out closer Aroldis Chapman and sealing a 2-1 win over the Athletics on Sunday.

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Schwarber ties MLB record with 5 HRs in 2 games

Kyle Schwarber homered three times and tied a major league record with five in a two-game span, leading the Washington Nationals over the New York Mets 5-2 Sunday to take three of four in the series.

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Suns architect Jones named Executive of Year

James Jones was named Executive of the Year on the same day his Phoenix Suns played their first Western Conference finals game in more than a decade.

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Sunday, June 20, 2021

Tanner Houck impresses with WooSox in return from injury

Red Sox pitching prospect Tanner Houck shined in his first start back from injury with Triple-A Worcester on Thursday.



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Thai club adds actor to Champions League squad

Famed actor and singer Phakin Khamwilaisak has signed a six-month contract with Thailand's Ratchaburi Mitr Phol.

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Transfer Talk: Real Madrid eye France's Kounde to replace Ramos

Real Madrid are looking at options to replace Sergio Ramos and reportedly consider Jules Kounde the perfect candidate. Transfer Talk has the latest.

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Follow live: Nets looking to close out Bucks in Game 7 at home

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Follow live: Islanders host Lightning in search of series-evening win

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Busch races to 100th Xfinity win in Nashville

Kyle Busch raced to his 100th career Xfinity Series victory Saturday at Nashville Superspeedway, where he won for the fourth time.

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Boston-Kansas City Runs

Red sox first. Danny Santana grounds out to shortstop, Nicky Lopez to Carlos Santana. Alex Verdugo doubles to deep center field.



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The Red Sox' best leadoff man remains out of Alex Cora's reach

Trying to find good matchups,” Cora said Saturday before the Sox played the Kansas City Royals. Hopefully the guy we put in the leadoff spot comes through. We’re trying to be consistent, but we haven’t been.



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Alex Cora Provides Chris Sale Update After Red Sox Ace's Recent Bullpen

Boston Red Sox pitcher Chris Sale took another step in the right direction Friday while throwing a 40-pitch bullpen in Triple A Worcester. Sale, who continues to recover from Tommy John surgery, was happy with how it went. Red Sox manager Alex Cora has since further explained the next steps for the left-hander.



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Red Sox 2B Christian Arroyo's celebrations worth price of admission

From bat flips to mound stares to Euro steps, Christian Arroyo's celebrations are worth price of admission, writes John Tomase.



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Lewa shows Spain what a top No. 9 looks like in Poland draw

Spain have just one goal through two matches, as the absence of a top striker like Poland's Robert Lewandowski leaves them in a precarious position.

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Jazz's latest early playoff exit will 'eat at' Mitchell

Despite another thrilling playoff run for Donovan Mitchell, the Jazz superstar says his team's latest postseason collapse is "going to eat at" him throughout the offseason.

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Inoue-Dasmarinas, Charlo-Montiel and more live results and analysis

Naoya Inoue takes on Michael Dasmarinas in Las Vegas, and Jermall Charlo meets Juan Montiel in Houston. Follow live.

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Jazz's latest early playoff exit will 'eat at' Mitchell

Despite another thrilling playoff run for Donovan Mitchell, the Jazz superstar says his team's latest postseason collapse is "going to eat at" him throughout the offseason.

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J.D. Martinez joins Red Sox legends with milestone home run

J.D. Martinez hit his 100th home run in a Red Sox uniform Saturday against the Royals and joined an impressive list of franchise legends in the process.



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Bobby Dalbec's RBI triple

Bobby Dalbec hits a triple to deep left field, plating Kiké Hernández to give the Red Sox a 2-1 lead in the 5th



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Mondesi 464-foot HR helps Royals beat Boston 5-3, stop skid

Adalberto Mondesi hit a 464 foot three-run homer, Salvador Pérez added his 18th home run this season, and the Kansas City Royals beat the Boston Red Sox 5-3 on Friday night for only their second win in their last 13 games. Kansas City trailed 1-0 before Mondesi’s third-inning home run off Nick Pivetta (6-3), Mondesi’s fourth home run in nine games this season. Mondesi has nine RBIs.



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UFC Fight Night Live updates and results: Chan Sung Jung vs. Dan Ige

Follow all the action live from Las Vegas.

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Jays bolster bullpen, acquire Barnes from Mets

Veteran reliever Jacob Barnes, 31, was acquired by the Toronto Blue Jays from the New York Mets on Saturday for pitching prospect Troy Miller.

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Lewandowski leads Poland to draw with Spain

Spain and Poland played to a 1-1 draw in their second Group E game at Euro 2020 on Saturday in Seville.

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Sources: MLB to begin checking pitchers Monday

Beginning Monday, major league umpires will check pitchers for foreign substances after they've pitched with the exception of the closer who will be inspected before entering the game, sources familiar with the process told ESPN Saturday.

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Sources: MLB to begin checking pitchers Monday

Beginning Monday, major league umpires will check pitchers for foreign substances after they've pitched with the exception of the closer who will be inspected before entering the game, sources familiar with the process told ESPN Saturday.

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Twins activate Buxton after lengthy absence

Byron Buxton was hitting .370 and leading the majors with a .772 slugging percentage before being sidelined with a right hip strain on May 6.

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Saturday, June 19, 2021

Follow live: Canadiens, Golden Knights vie for series lead

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Follow live: Messi, Argentina trying to build off of tournament-opening draw

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Trevor Lawrence to the home decor rescue: How the Jags' QB helped a fan

A Jaguars fan took to Twitter to get Trevor Lawrence to acknowledge him so he could hang three jerseys up in his new home with his fiancé.

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Report: Ex-Sabres winger Robert hospitalized

Rene Robert, a retired winger who played on the Buffalo Sabres' famed "French Connection Line" in the 1970s, suffered a heart attack on Friday.

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Grosjean tops field on 1st day of IndyCar practice

Romain Grosjean paced IndyCar's opening practice at Road America, where his Formula One teammate at Haas is making his series debut.

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Red Sox's Chris Sale Throws 45-Pitch Bullpen In Worcester

Chris Sale took another positive step in his rehab from Tommy John surgery Friday. The Boston Red Sox pitcher threw a 40-pitch bullpen in Worcester while batters stood at the plate, something Sale felt good about afterward. That felt good,” Sale told reporters, per Telegram & Gazette’s Ashley Green.



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Portugal's Renato Sanches and the Risks of Going Too Fast

As a teenager, he was the breakout star of the last European Championship. Five years later, he is still waiting to build on that promise.

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Pressure on Southgate to fix struggling England attack

Expectations for England are sky high at Euro 2020, but manager Gareth Southgate must be more bold if potential is to be fulfilled. Moreover, captain Harry Kane badly needs to find form.

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Chicharito, Funes Mori on Mexico's Gold Cup list

Javier Hernandez is on Mexico's preliminary roster for next month's CONCACAF Gold Cup, which also includes Monterrey striker Rogelio Funes Mori.

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Transfer Talk: Barcelona see Bayern's Coman as Dembele replacement

Barcelona are still trying to offload Ousmane Dembele and they see Bayern Munich's Kingsley Coman as a better option. Transfer Talk has the latest.

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Sweet dream: Bryson finds fixes to swing in sleep

Bryson DeChambeau said the keys to fixing his swing issues came to him in his sleep, helping him improve by four shots for a 2-under 69 in the second round of the U.S. Open on Friday.

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As England's attack sputters, pressure is on Southgate to find goals

Expectations of England are sky high at Euro 2020, but manager Gareth Southgate will need to be bolder if they're to fulfill their potential.

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Transfer Talk: Barcelona see Bayern's Coman as Dembele replacement

Barcelona are still trying to offload Ousmane Dembele and they see Bayern Munich's Kingsley Coman as a better option. Transfer Talk has the latest.

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D-backs select P Noe Ramirez from Triple-A Reno, DFA'd Mella

Ramirez was originally signed by the D-backs on May 22. The reliever was designated for assignment by the Los Angeles Angels on May 16 before being outrighted to the Triple-A Salt Lake Bees two days later. In two games this season with the Angels (3.1 inning pitched), Ramirez posted a 5.40 ERA, allowing two earned runs off four hits.



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Habs' Ducharme tests positive, to miss Game 3

Dominique Ducharme will miss Game 3 against the Golden Knights after twice testing positive for COVID-19.

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MLB vaccines slow; no additional teams hit 85%

The pace of coronavirus vaccinations in Major League Baseball has slowed.

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Habs coach Ducharme tests positive for COVID-19

Dominique Ducharme will miss Game 3 against the Golden Knights after twice testing positive for COVID-19.

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Irving (ankle) remains out for Game 7 vs. Bucks

Nets guard Kyrie Irving will not play in Saturday's Game 7 against the Bucks, according to coach Steve Nash.

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New Shirt: The Legend of Christian Arroyo

The Red Sox just finished up a brutal stretch of baseball, and while there were some low moments they were able to more than keep their head above water, consistently finding different ways to win. Some of those wins involved pitching taking over, but there were also some high-scoring games with an unlikely hero. Christian Arroyo has come out of nowhere this year to not only factor into the second base mix, but occasionally come through with massive hits.



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Nike’s Shifts in Track and Field Are Top of Mind as Trials Begin

A series of contract changes, executive shuffling and internal responses to scandals have athletes and others wondering where the sport stands with Nike as it heads into the Olympics.

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Spain boss to hecklers: Morata on par with Mbappe, Lukaku

Luis Enrique has backed Alvaro Morata to win over Spain's fans who have whistled him, comparing him favourably to Kylian Mbappe and Romelu Lukaku.

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No goals but plenty of passion as international football's oldest rivals meet at Wembley



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Orioles place LHP Zimmermann on IL, cut Sisco

The Orioles went with righty Thomas Eshelman for Friday night's game against Toronto after placing Bruce Zimmermann on the 10-day IL with left bicep tendinitis.

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Friday, June 18, 2021

D-backs set record with 23rd straight road loss

The Diamondbacks set a major league record with their 23rd straight road loss with a 10-3 loss to the Giants on Thursday.

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Phil distracted by fans' cell cameras at U.S. Open

Phil Mickelson was distracted numerous times by spectators who did not switch their cell phone cameras to off during the first round of the U.S. Open.

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D-backs set record with 23rd straight road loss

The Diamondbacks set a major league record with their 23rd straight road loss with a 10-3 loss to the Giants on Thursday.

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MLB relaxes COVID restrictions for vaccinated

Major League Baseball has relaxed some of it's COVID-19 restrictions for all fully vaccinated players and staff.

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Backup 49ers DE Willis suspended for 6 games

49ers defensive end Jordan Willis has been suspended for six games for violating the NFL's policy on performance-enhancing substances.

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Exchange between Yankees and Red Sox fans in the Bronx goes viral

That off-camera quip was made by red Sox fan Viandy Abreu -- the best friend of Yankee fan Jonathan Silverman, who shot the viral video. "You could see her like smirking while she was like yelling at them and talking to them," says Abreu. "So, I wouldn't say it was like really that serious."



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What to Watch For in the U.S.A. Track & Field Olympic Trials

The top three finishers in each event qualify for the Tokyo Games, provided they have reached the Olympic standard.

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Gritty Netherlands need Depay in top form at Euro 2020 to make deep run

Frank de Boer's Netherlands are a tough team and have shown that at the Euro, but they need Memphis Depay to score goals to find last-16 success.

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5 Copa America squads have at least 1 COVID case

Half of the teams playing the Copa America -- Venezuela, Bolivia, Colombia, Peru and Chile -- have confirmed at least one positive test.

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Live updates and results from PFL 5

Follow live as welterweights and light heavyweights vie for playoff berths to close out the regular season.

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Cards sign LHP LeBlanc; to join team in Atlanta

Wade LeBlanc is 34-41 with a 4.73 ERA across 121 career starts and is 12-7 with a 4.23 ERA in 125 relief appearances.

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Bills' Beasley on new protocols: NFLPA 'a joke'

Buffalo Bills wide receiver Cole Beasley is not happy with the NFL and NFLPA's newly agreed-to COVID-19 protocols for training camp and the preseason, and he aired his concerns Thursday via his Twitter account.

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Red Sox should trade for Marlins first baseman Jesús Aguilar

Red Sox need Jesús Aguilar to have a true starting first baseman It is fair to state that the Boston Red Sox are officially the real threat this season. They are currently sporting a 42-27 record, while also only being one game behind the Tampa Bay Rays for first place in the division. Fans should be optimistic about the team, but they do have some holes to fix if they want to cause real damage in the playoffs.



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Bills' Beasley on new protocols: NFLPA 'a joke'

Buffalo Bills wide receiver Cole Beasley is not happy with the NFL and NFLPA's newly agreed-to COVID-19 protocols for training camp and the preseason, and aired his concerns Thursday via his Twitter account.

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Packers have 'one plan' regardless of quarterback

Green Bay Packers coach Matt LaFleur said Thursday the team will "have one plan" regardless of whether it's Aaron Rodgers or Jordan Love at quarterback.

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Michael Jordan catches 25-pound dolphinfish at Big Rock tournament

The GOAT is back on a boat. Michael Jordan and the crew of Catch 23 returned to sea for the 2021 Big Rock Blue Marlin Tournament in North Carolina and reeled in a 25-pound dolphinfish.

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Jokic hooks up Ayton with an autographed jersey

Nuggets star Nikola Jokic sent a gift to a player on the team that knocked him out of the NBA playoffs.

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Naomi Osaka will miss Wimbledon but plans on Tokyo Olympics return, says agent

Tennis star Naomi Osaka has withdrawn from this year's Wimbledon but is planning on returning at the Tokyo Olympics, according to her agent Stuart Duguid.

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DeGrom's MRI clean; Mets taking it 'day by day'

An MRI on Mets ace Jacob deGrom's shoulder showed no abnormalities, manager Luis Rojas said, adding that the team will take things with deGrom "day-by-day."

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Astros place Bregman on IL with left quad strain

Alex Bregman injured his left quad while running to first base in the first inning of Wednesday's game against the Rangers.

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Carlisle resigns as Mavs coach after 13 seasons

Rick Carlisle resigned as Dallas' coach, ending his 13-year stretch with the club, it was announced.

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Michael Jordan catches 25-pound dolphinfish at Big Rock tournament

The GOAT is back on a boat. Michael Jordan and the crew of Catch 23 returned to sea for the 2021 Big Rock Blue Marlin Tournament in North Carolina and reeled in a 25-pound dolphinfish.

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Nikola Jokic hooks up Suns big man Deandre Ayton with an autographed jersey

It's certainly nice of Denver Nuggets star Nikola Jokic to send a gift to a player on the team that knock him out of the 2021 NBA playoffs.

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Thursday, June 17, 2021

Wilfork's son charged with stealing dad's SB rings

D'Aundre Holmes-Wilfork, the son of former Patriots star Vince Wilfork, is charged with stealing more than $300,000 of his father's jewelry, including two of his Super Bowl rings.

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Alex Cora Shares How Red Sox Plan To Use Newly Acquired Relief Pitcher

The Boston Red Sox on Wednesday made a string of roster moves ahead of their game against the Atlanta Braves to make room for Yacksel Rios on the roster. Boston activated the 27-year-old reliever it acquired in a trade Monday, optioning Michael Chavis back down to Triple-A Worcester. Additionally, the Red Sox outrighted reliever Brandon Brennan to the WooSox after he clears waivers, per the team’s announcement.



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J.D. Martinez In Favor Of MLB's Crackdown On Sticky Substances

In fact, he thinks it’s bringing baseball “back to what it used to be. I think it’s bringing it back to what it used to be. For years, hitters have taken the blunt and the blame for this whole launch angle revolution on why the ball has been — the game’s slowed down, everyone’s trying to hit home runs,” Martinez told reporters over Zoom ahead of Boston’s finale against the Atlanta Braves on Wednesday.



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Italy emerging as serious Euro 2020 contenders

There are teams with bigger stars and flashier players, but Italy have looked dominant so far at Euro 2020, and appear capable of making a deep run.

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NCAA to review WCWS scheduling amid criticism

Amid criticism over inequities between the collegiate softball and baseball tournaments, the NCAA said in a statement to ESPN that its softball committee is "soliciting feedback" on scheduling adjustments to the Women's College World Series.

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Bears' Robinson prepared to play on 1-year deal

Bears wide receiver Allen Robinson sounded resigned to possibly playing the season on a one-year deal in advance of the July 15 deadline for franchise tagged players to receive long-term contracts.

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Italy emerging as serious Euro 2020 contender

There are teams with bigger stars and flashier players, but Italy appears capable of making a deep run.

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Spezza signs for minimum to stay with Leafs

Jason Spezza re-signed with the Maple Leafs on Wednesday, agreeing to the NHL-minimum $750,000 for next season.

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LeBron: Predicted injuries after quick turnaround

As the competitive balance of the NBA playoffs has been compromised by a rash of injuries -- with player health affecting just about every second-round series -- Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James says he saw this coming.

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LaMelo Ball over Anthony Edwards for Rookie of the Year? The NBA had some thoughts

LaMelo Ball has reportedly won the 2020-21 NBA Rookie of the Year award over Anthony Edwards ... and some NBA players reacted.

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Best of Wednesday at NFL minicamps: Vaccination questions, Baker's focus and more

As most of the NFL continued this week's workouts, COVID-19 was the talk of many camps as players inch closer to their true offseason.

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Abraham Almonte bats fourth, Kevan Smith starts for Braves as Red Sox keep same lineup

As the Braves look to earn the series split against the Red Sox in Atlanta, they are once again making a significant adjustment to the lineup. Manager Brian Snitker is once again looking at the idea of Abraham Almonte in the cleanup spot in the lineup. As Almonte moves up, Austin Riley moves down to fifth and Dansby Swanson moves down to sixth.



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Red Sox News: Tanner Houck to make his return in Worcester on Thursday

Red Sox starter Tanner Houck set to return tomorrow in Worcester The Red Sox were dealt a hard blow when two of their top pitching stars in Worcester were bit by the injury bug but their luck is about to change. While Boston is still waiting for some of their arms to get healthy, Tanner Houck is set to make his return in Worcester tomorrow. This is big for the club as their rotation has been struggling as of late and a healthy Houck could mean some rest for the starters.



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Rangers Hire Gerard Gallant as Coach

Gallant last coached in the N.H.L. with the Vegas Golden Knights, taking them to the Stanley Cup finals in their first season.

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England's Maguire 'ready to go' against Scotland

Harry Maguire has declared himself fit and ready to play for England against Scotland on Friday night.

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Italy beat Switzerland to book Euro last-16 spot

Italy became the first team to secure a spot in the knockout rounds of the 2020 Euro as a Manuel Locatelli double saw them past Switzerland

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LeBron: Predicted injuries after quick turnaround

As the competitive balance of the NBA playoffs has been compromised by a rash of injuries -- with player health affecting just about every second-round series -- Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James says he saw this coming.

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LaMelo Ball over Anthony Edwards for Rookie of the Year? The NBA had some thoughts

LaMelo Ball has reportedly won the 2020-21 NBA Rookie of the Year award over Anthony Edwards ... and some NBA players reacted.

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Best of Wednesday at NFL minicamps: Vaccination questions, Baker's focus and more

As most of the NFL continued this week's workouts, COVID-19 was the talk of many camps as players inch closer to their true offseason.

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Sergio Ramos to leave Real Madrid after 16 years

Long-serving captain Sergio Ramos is to leave Real Madrid after 16 years at the club.

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Rays' Hill: PA 'dropped the ball' on grip boosters

Rays pitcher Rich Hill said Wednesday that the MLBPA "dropped the ball" when it came to this week's announcement from Major League Baseball about new rules on grip-enhancing substances.

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Damian Lillard says he's in for Tokyo Olympics

USA Basketball has not yet publicly announced its Olympic team, but Portland guard Damian Lillard has committed to playing in the summer games in Tokyo, according to several media reports.

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CP3, Kawhi, LaMelo oh my: NBA (news) never sleeps

The NBA news cycle takes no days off and Chris Paul can catch no breaks. Here's what went down during a wild Wednesday in the association.

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Wednesday, June 16, 2021

Duvernay-Tardif: Chiefs games kept me 'grounded'

Right guard Laurent Duvernay-Tardif, a doctor who opted out of last season to work in a long-term care facility, said watching the Chiefs on Sunday was "the thing that was keeping me grounded" during the pandemic.

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Red Sox Injuries: Prospect Tanner Houck To Pitch For WooSox

Tanner Houck is ready to take the next step in his rehab. The Boston Red Sox pitching prospect was shut down more than a month ago with a right flexor muscle injury, but appeared to surprise Alex Cora with his progression, based on the manager’s update Tuesday in a pregame media availability. He’s in a great place,” Cora said, adding Houck is scheduled to pitch three innings for Triple-A Worcester on Thursday for the first time since a May 4 game with the WooSox.



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Alex Cora Reveals What Eduardo Rodriguez Must Do To Get On Track

Before that Rodriguez lost four straight games. The struggles come after the southpaw rattled off five consecutive wins to start the season after missing his first appearance of the year with dead arm. Rodriguez gets the ball ahead of Boston’s series opener against the Atlanta Braves at Truist Park on Tuesday night.



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Celebrate the 4th of July with a new Boston Red Sox hat

Celebrate the Stars and Stripes this 4th of July with new official on-field Boston Red Sox gear from New Era. Check out the different styles below. MLB’s 4th of July 2021 hats look great.



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Vlad Jr homers to tie it, Red Sox top Blue Jays in 9th, 2-1

The Toronto Blue Jays hit 15 homers in a four-game series at Fenway Park, with 11 of them sailing over the Green Monster. The Boston Red Sox only needed to bang two off it to earn a split. Rafael Devers hit a line drive off the left-field wall in the bottom of the ninth inning on Monday night after Vladimir Guerrero Jr. cleared it for a tying drive in the top half, and the Red Sox bounced back from their worst loss of the season to beat Toronto 2-1.



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Did a Burrito Cost American Runner Shelby Houlihan Her Olympic Dream?

Shelby Houlihan, a medal favorite, will miss the U.S. Olympic trials after she tested positive for a banned steroid. She has blamed a food-truck meal.

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Michael Phelps Is Not Going to the Olympics, but His Wake Is

At the U.S. swimming trials, Phelps’s influence abounds in athletes he has mentored and counseled as the sport grapples with his retirement from the Games.

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Several hurt as parachute crashes at Euro match

UEFA has said "several people'' are being treated in the hospital for injuries caused by a protestor who parachuted into Munich's Allianz Arena.

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France beat Germany on Hummels' own goal

France outclassed Germany in a 2020 Euro victory whose scoreline belied the dominance of Didier Deschamps' team in their Group F match in Munich.

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Transfer Talk: Atletico to beat Liverpool to De Paul

Atletico Madrid closing in on Rodrigo De Paul ahead of Liverpool, reportedly lining up a medical for the midfielder. Transfer Talk has the latest.

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'Aggressive' Tua picked off five times at minicamp

Saying "if there's a time to make mistakes, now is the time to make mistakes," quarterback Tua Tagovailoa opened Miami Dolphins minicamp on Tuesday with five interceptions on a stormy day to forget in South Florida.

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Several hurt as parachutist crashes Euro match

UEFA has said "several people'' are being treated in the hospital for injuries caused by a protestor who parachuted into Munich's Allianz Arena.

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Golf grappler: Man arrested after on-course attack

Luke Smith has been arrested after the golfer attacked another player while on the course, police say. The two men were participating in an event hoping to qualify for a Korn Ferry Tour tournament.

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'Aggressive' Tua picked off five times at minicamp

Saying "if there's a time to make mistakes, now is the time to make mistakes," quarterback Tua Tagovailoa opened Miami Dolphins minicamp on Tuesday with five interceptions on a stormy day to forget in South Florida.

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Panthers' Anderson sees new 'glow' in Darnold

Panthers receiver Robby Anderson said Tuesday he sees "a new energy .. like a glow, charisma hat I didn't really see in New York" out of Sam Darnold.

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Red Sox-Braves Lineups: J.D. Martinez, Hunter Renfroe Return To Outfield

The Boston Red Sox will sport an unconventional positional lineup as they test their mettle against the Atlanta Braves. Manager Alex Cora has reworked the Red Sox outfield for Tuesday’s series-opener at Truist Park. Since there is no designated hitter at National League ballparks, J.D. Martinez, who bats third, will play left field as part of a larger outfield shuffle.



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Red Sox at Braves Lineups: Pack Your Bags

The Boston Red Sox won their 40th game of the season on Monday, courtesy of a walk-off hit from Rafael Devers. They are one of six teams to reach this milestone this year, meaning that they are still one of the best squads in baseball at the moment. For their next test, they’ll start an eight-game road trip by visiting a team many expected to be in the best-teams-in-baseball conversation when the season began, as they’ll face the Atlanta Braves in Atlanta at 7:20 p.m.



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With Foreign Substances, MLB Faces Crisis of Its Own Making

As it did with steroids, baseball spent decades fostering a breeding ground for blatant ball doctoring. A handful of 10-game suspensions can’t change that.

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Euro 2020: France Beats Germany, in Control at All Times

A 1-0 score line disguises an imperious performance from the World Cup champions in their debut at Euro 2020.

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Was That a Bite in Germany vs. France?

Paul Pogba reacted and Antonio Rüdiger has video deniability, experts say. But what exactly happened in the 45th minute of Frances win against Germany?

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Koepka, Bryson: USGA didn't ask about pairing

USGA matchmakers decide against pairing golfers Brooks Koepka and Bryson DeChambeau in the opening rounds of this week's U.S. Open. Koepka will play with Colin Morikawa and Justin Thomas; DeChambeau will play with Tyler Strafaci and Hideki Matsuyama.

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Nationals put Scherzer on IL with groin injury

The Nationals placed Max Scherzer on the 10-day injured list Tuesday with a groin injury.

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ChiSox's Madrigal out for season after surgery

White Sox second baseman Nick Madrigal will miss the rest of the 2021 season after undergoing surgery to repair tendon tears in his right hamstring.

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Tuesday, June 15, 2021

Messi scores stunner but Chile nab Copa draw

Lionel Messi scored for Argentina but Chile answered in the second half as the two sides played to a 1-1 draw in group stage at the Copa America.

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Transfer Talk: Juve, Milan, Man Utd eye Navas as PSG set on Donnarumma

As Gianluigi Donnarumma looks to join PSG, Keylor Navas could be set for Juventus, Manchester United, or AC Milan. Transfer Talk has the latest.

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WNBA All-Star Game set for July 14 with new spin

The WNBA All-Star Game will be held on July 14 at Mandalay Bay Resort and Casino in Las Vegas, the league announced Monday, and will feature a new twist. Voting begins Tuesday, and rosters will be announced June 30.

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Why France vs. Germany could be Euro 2020's game of the group stage

France vs. Germany is one of soccer's longest-standing rivalries. How do our experts, Julien Laurens and Gab Marcotti, see it playing out?

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Sources: NBA eyeing unnatural shot motion rule

The NBA's competition committee met Monday to further explore rule changes to restrict the unnatural motions surrounding jump shots that players are using to draw fouls, sources told ESPN.

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Royals OF Benintendi hits IL with fractured rib

ESPN The Kansas City Royals placed outfielder Andrew Benintendi on the 10-day injured list Monday with a fractured right rib. The move means that Benintendi won't be able to face his former team when the Royals host the Boston Red Sox this weekend. "He had something grab when he threw yesterday (against the Oakland Athletics) with the ball off the wall," Royals manager Mike Matheny told reporters, according to the Kansas City Star.



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Spain dominate Sweden but draw feels like two points dropped

Spain-Sweden was a one-sided affair. Not because one team was great and the other poor, but because their opposite approaches nullified each other.

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Rangers hire Gallant as new coach, source says

The New York Rangers have an agreement to make Gerard Gallant their new head coach, a source confirmed to ESPN.

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Sources: NBA eyeing unnatural shot motion rule

The NBA's Competition Committee met Monday to further explore rule changes to restrict the unnatural motions surrounding jump shots that players are using to draw fouls, sources told ESPN.

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Spain dominates Sweden but draw feels like two points dropped

Spain-Sweden was a one-sided affair. Not because one team was great and the other poor, but because their opposite approaches nullified each other.

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Indians' Bieber (shoulder) out at least two weeks

A day after an uncharacteristic 6-2 loss to the Seattle Mariners, Cleveland Indians ace Shane Bieber was placed on the 10-day injured list with a right shoulder injury, the team announced on Monday, and won't pitch for at least two weeks.

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Royals OF Benintendi hits IL with fractured rib

Royals outfielder Andrew Benintendi was placed on the 10-day injured list Monday with a fractured rib and will miss facing his former team, the Red Sox, this weekend.

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Rangers hire Gallant as new coach, source says

The New York Rangers have an agreement to make Gerard Gallant their new head coach, a source confirmed to ESPN.

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Red Sox vs. Blue Jays Lineups: Time to stop the bleeding

The Red Sox have not been getting the pitching they need to be getting if they want to stay in contention, to say the least. There has been speculation as to why that may be the case, especially with the timing, but the why is less important than just stopping it. They need to get back in the win column, stop this downward momentum, and salvage a split in this four-game set against the Blue Jays.



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