It was the dream that LeBron James first floated a few years ago, the notion of playing in the NBA alongside one of his sons. And it’s a step closer to reality now. Bronny James — the oldest son of the NBA’s all-time scoring leader and four-time champion — was drafted Thursday by the Los […]
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Gymnast Skye Blakely pulls out of Olympic trials following Achilles injury
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — Skye Blakely’s bid to make the U.S. women’s Olympic gymnastics team is over. The 19-year-old will miss the Olympic trials after suffering a right Achilles injury during training. Blakely was going through her floor exercise routine inside Target Center when her right leg gave way during a tumbling pass. She was in […]
Alex Morgan left off 18-player U.S. soccer roster headed to Paris Olympics
Morgan, a three-time Olympian and two-time Women’s World Cup winner, was the most notable absence on the 18-player list announced Wednesday by Hayes.
Jacksonville approves $1.4B ‘stadium of the future’ that should keep Jaguars in town for decades
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. (AP) — The city of Jacksonville approved a $1.4 billion “stadium of the future” Tuesday that should keep the Jaguars in one of the NFL’s smallest markets for at least another 30 years and end decades of speculation about the franchise being a potential relocation candidate. City councilmembers voted 14-1 (two abstained and […]
Lightning’s Jon Cooper tabbed to coach Canada at the 2026 Olympics
Jon Cooper has been named Canada’s coach for upcoming international play, including the 2026 Olympics in Milan.
Climate protesters tackled after storming 18th green at PGA Tour event
At least one protester was wearing a white T-shirt with the words “NO GOLF ON A DEAD PLANET” in black lettering on the front.
Yandy Díaz sparks offense as Rays earn 3-1 win over Skenes, Pirates
Yandy Díaz hit a home run off the first pitch from Paul Skenes before leading off a two-run eighth inning with a single, sparking a 3-1 win for the Tampa Bay Rays over the Pittsburgh Pirates.
Here’s what you need to know about the lawsuit against the NFL by ‘Sunday Ticket’ subscribers
The way the NFL can distribute its package of out-of-market games could be decided in federal court as the result of a class-action lawsuit.
Dressel and Ledecky win again at U.S. Olympic swimming trials. Keep an eye on Kate Douglass, too
INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — Caeleb Dressel locked up his second individual race in Paris, giving him another chance to shine after his stellar performance at the last Olympics. Keep an eye on Kate Douglass, too. She could be one of the biggest American stars at the pool. And, of course, Katie Ledecky will be swimming a […]
Panthers face task of regrouping for Game 7, with history and Stanley Cup on the line
FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. (AP) — It’s the greatest offer a team could get at the start of every season: Reach Game 7 of the Stanley Cup Final, and as an added bonus, play host to it in your rink. One game. For everything. “Yeah, 32 teams are all-in on that idea,” Florida coach Paul Maurice […]