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Los Angeles Dodgers' Teoscar Hernández is forced out at home by Milwaukee Brewers catcher William Contreras during the fourth inning in Game 1 of baseball's National League Championship Series, Monday, Oct. 13, 2025, in Milwaukee. (AP Photo/Brynn Anderson)

Dodgers’ Teoscar Hernández says ‘nobody to blame but myself’ for his role in weird NLCS double play

October 14, 2025

Los Angeles Dodgers outfielder Teoscar Hernández says he watched a replay of the bizarre double play from Game 1 of the NL Championship Series only one time as the clip went viral across social media. The Dodgers won 2-1 in Game 1 despite running into an unsual 8-6-2 double play. Hernández said ‘there’s nobody to blame but myself’ for his baserunning mistake. Hernández was on third when Max Muncy hit a drive that popped out of center fielder Sal Frelick’s glove, hit the wall and popped in the air before Frelick got it. The Brewers forced Hernández out at home.

Mallorca controlling owner Andy Kohlberg, right, and former U.S. soccer national team star Stuart Holden, left, a Mallorca co-owner, speak Tuesday, Oct. 14, 2025, at Maxwell Social in New York to promote the club’s marketing efforts in the United States. (AP Photo/Ronald Blum)

Mallorca owner Andy Kohlberg says FIFA’s World Cup ticket prices risk damage to the sport’s image

October 14, 2025

Andy Kohlberg, the owner of Spanish soccer club Mallorca, warns that FIFA’s ticket pricing for the next World Cup could harm the sport’s image. Speaking on Tuesday, he noted that the message so far has been mainly negative. FIFA has not released a full ticket price grid, only stating that the most expensive seat is $6,730 and the cheapest is $60. Hospitality tickets reach up to $73,200. Kohlberg emphasizes the need to balance catering to mainstream fans with offering premium experiences. He also comments on La Liga’s controversial decision to move a match to the U.S., urging caution in such decisions.

FILE - Los Angeles Angels starting pitcher Tyler Skaggs (45) talks with catcher Martin Maldonado, left, after warming up in the bullpen prior to a spring training baseball game against the Chicago White Sox, March 4, 2017, in Glendale, Ariz. (AP Photo/Ross D. Franklin, File)

Opening statements expected in trial over LA Angels’ alleged role in pitcher Skaggs’ overdose death

October 14, 2025

Opening statements are expected soon in the trial for the wrongful death lawsuit against the Los Angeles Angels. The case involves the 2019 drug overdose death of pitcher Tyler Skaggs. Lawyers for the Angels and Skaggs’ family will address the jury in this civil trial. The lawsuit alleges the team knew or should have known that its communications director, Eric Kay, was supplying drugs to Skaggs and other players. The Angels argue Skaggs’ actions were his own and not preventable by the team. The trial could include testimony from players like Mike Trout and Wade Miley.

Atlanta Falcons running back Bijan Robinson (7) celebrates his rushing touchdown with tight end Kyle Pitts (8) and cornerback Natrone Brooks (35) during the first half of an NFL football game against the Buffalo Bills, Monday, Oct. 13, 2025, in Atlanta. (AP Photo/Mike Stewart)

Falcons ride Robinson’s 170 rushing yards, including 81-yard TD, to 24-14 win over Allen and Bills

October 13, 2025

Bijan Robinson matched a career high with 170 rushing yards and the Atlanta Falcons denied Josh Allen’s comeback attempt to beat the Buffalo Bills 24-14. Robinson’s huge day included an 81-yard touchdown run that was the longest rush in the NFL this season. He also had six catches for 68 yards to finish with a career-best 238 yards from scrimmage. Allen threw two touchdown passes but was also intercepted twice as the Bills lost their second straight. Drake London, who had 10 catches for 158 yards and a touchdown for the Falcons.

Chicago Bears kicker Jake Moody (16) kicks the game-winning field goal as time expires in an NFL football game against the Washington Commanders, Monday, Oct. 13, 2025, in Landover, Md. (AP Photo/Nick Wass)

No Hail Mary magic this time and Moody’s last-play kick lifts the Bears past the Commanders 25-24

October 13, 2025

It wasn’t quite the same drama as the Hail Mary that decided these teams’ game a year ago, but Caleb Williams and the Bears did get the better of Jayden Daniels and the Commanders on a final-play score this time. Chicago defeated Washington 25-24 on Jake Moody’s 38-yard field goal Monday night. The Bears extended their winning streak to three games under first-year coach Ben Johnson. Washington continued its pattern of alternating wins and losses in 2025 and flopped with a chance to pull even with the Super Bowl champion Philadelphia Eagles atop the NFC East.

Los Angeles Dodgers pitcher Blake Snell throws against the Milwaukee Brewers during the second inning in Game 1 of baseball's National League Championship Series, Monday, Oct. 13, 2025, in Milwaukee. (AP Photo/Brynn Anderson)

Snell spectacular and Dodgers barely hold on in 9th to beat Brewers 2-1 in NLCS opener

October 13, 2025

Blake Snell allowed one baserunner in eight shutout innings before Los Angeles’ bullpen barely held on in the ninth as the Dodgers opened the National League Championship Series with a 2-1 victory over the Milwaukee Brewers. Blake Treinen struck out Brice Turang with the bases loaded to end it. Freddie Freeman homered for the Dodgers in the sixth to break a scoreless tie.

Philadelphia Flyers' Sean Couturier celebrates after scoring past Florida Panthers goaltender Daniil Tarasov during the second period of an NHL hockey game, Monday, Oct. 13, 2025, in Philadelphia. (AP Photo/Matt Rourke)

Sean Couturier’s 4-point night lifts Flyers over Panthers in emotional home opener

October 13, 2025

Sean Couturier has returned to form, scoring two goals and two assists in the Philadelphia Flyers’ 5-2 victory over the Florida Panthers. The game on Monday night marked the home coaching debut of new Flyers coach Rick Tocchet. Couturier, who struggled with back issues and a strained relationship with former coach John Tortorella, is now thriving under Tocchet. The Flyers, eager to end their playoff drought, hired Tocchet to help them move past their rebuilding phase. The team also paid tribute to late Flyers legend Bernie Parent, honoring him with a special ceremony.

Los Angeles Dodgers' Teoscar Hernández is out at home as Milwaukee Brewers catcher William Contreras takes the throw during the fourth inning of Game 1 of baseball's National League Championship Series Monday, Oct. 13, 2025, in Milwaukee. (AP Photo/Morry Gash)

Brewers turn potential grand slam by Dodgers slugger Max Muncy into wild double play in NLCS

October 13, 2025

Los Angeles’ Max Muncy was inches away from hitting a grand slam to open the scoring in the NL Championship Series on Monday. It instead turned into one of the most unusual double plays in postseason history. Milwaukee’s Sal Frelick nearly robbed Muncy of a homer before the ball popped out of his glove and hit the wall. The Dodgers runners were caught flat-footed without apparently knowing whether the ball was caught. The Brewers then forced out runners at the plate and at third base.

Dallas Stars head coach Glen Gulutzan directs his players in the second period of an NHL hockey game against the Colorado Avalanche, Saturday, Oct. 11, 2025, in Denver. (AP Photo/David Zalubowski)

Dallas Stars go into home opener under Glen Gulutzan still looking to compete more after 2-0 start

October 13, 2025

Stars coach Glen Gulutzan has repeatedly said that he wants them to compete more in every aspect. That message was prominent even after Dallas won its first two games on the road against division opponents it also beat in the playoffs last season. The Stars finished practice Monday with players going through a 1-on-1 drill battling for pucks. Dallas plays its home opener Tuesday night against Minnesota. It will be Gulutzan’s first game behind the Stars bench since the 2013 season finale, before he was fired by then-new general manager Jim Nill. The same GM brought him back as the new Stars head coach in July.

Milwaukee Brewers' Nick Mears throws during the first inning of Game 3 of baseball's National League Division Series against the Chicago Cubs Wednesday, Oct. 8, 2025, in Chicago. (AP Photo/Erin Hooley)

Brewers include Myers rather than Mears on NLCS roster; Dodgers add Casparius to their bullpen

October 13, 2025

Milwaukee right-hander Nick Mears was left off the Brewers’ roster for their NL Championship Series matchup with the Los Angeles Dodgers after making 63 relief appearances during the regular season. Milwaukee instead included right-hander Tobias Myers. Myers wasn’t on Milwaukee’s roster for its NL Division Series with the Chicago Cubs. Game 1 of the NLCS is Monday at Milwaukee. The Dodgers also altered their bullpen for this series. They added one more pitcher by including right-hander Ben Casparius and leaving out catcher Dalton Rushing.

Detroit Lions defensive back Brian Branch (32) fights with Kansas City Chiefs wide receiver JuJu Smith-Schuster (9) while be held back by Chiefs' James Winchester, left, and Isiah Pacheco (10) following an NFL football game Sunday, Oct. 12, 2025, in Kansas City, Mo. (AP Photo/Ed Zurga)

Lions safety Brian Branch gets 1-game suspension for punching Chiefs’ JuJu Smith-Schuster

October 13, 2025

The NFL has suspended Detroit Lions safety Brian Branch for one game without pay for unsportsmanlike conduct following a loss at Kansas City. Branch punched Chiefs receiver JuJu Smith-Schuster on Sunday night, setting off a brief fight among players from both teams. Detroit will host NFC South-leading Tampa Bay without Branch, another blow for a team with a banged-up secondary. Branch will be eligible to return to the active roster on Tuesday, Oct. 21, during the team’s bye week ahead of its game against NFC North rival Minnesota on Nov. 2 at home.

Winnipeg Jets center Jonathan Toews (19) controls the puck during the second period of an NHL hockey game against the New York Islanders, Monday, Oct. 13, 2025, in Elmont, N.Y. (AP Photo/Angelina Katsanis)

Jonathan Toews reaches another milestone in his NHL comeback by recording 1st point since 2023

October 13, 2025

Jonathan Toews has reached another milestone in his NHL comeback, recording his first point in nearly two and a half years. Toews helped set up a power-play goal for the Winnipeg Jets at the New York Islanders and got a secondary assist on Monday. The 37-year-old Toews chose his hometown team to return with after missing two seasons because of health issues. He previously captained Chicago to three Stanley Cup wins and helped Canada win two Olympic gold medals. Toews is proving he still has it, averaging nearly 17 minutes of ice time so far with the Jets as their second-line center. The Jets beat the Islanders 5-2.

Denny Hamlin celebrates in victory lane after winning a NASCAR Cup Series auto race Sunday, Oct. 12, 2025, in Las Vegas. (AP Photo/Steve Marcus)

How Denny Hamlin’s emotional win at Las Vegas has him back in title contention

October 13, 2025

Denny Hamlin has been a standout figure in NASCAR this season, juggling a lawsuit against NASCAR, his weekly podcasts, and a defining role in the playoffs. On Sunday, he became the first driver to secure a spot in the championship-deciding finale at Las Vegas Motor Speedway. This marks his sixth win of the season and his 60th career victory, making him the winningest driver in Joe Gibbs Racing history. Despite personal challenges, including his father’s health issues, Hamlin remains focused. His ability to thrive in chaos has been likened to NASCAR legend Tony Stewart.

Tennessee Titans head coach Brian Callahan reacts on the sideline during the first half of an NFL football game against the Arizona Cardinals, Sunday, Oct. 5, 2025, in Glendale, Ariz. (AP Photo/Rick Scuteri)

Titans fire coach Brian Callahan after 4-19 record and 1-5 start to second season

October 13, 2025

The Tennessee Titans have fired coach Brian Callahan after a 1-5 start to his second season. The Titans’ president of football operations said in a statement that team officials had extended conversations with controlling owner Amy Adams Strunk and general manager Mike Borgonzi. Chad Brinker says they told Callahan at a meeting Monday morning that Tennessee was making a change. Callahan is 4-19 overall. This was his first head coaching job. Callahan handed over play-calling duties after an 0-3 start that didn’t help. The Titans host former coach Mike Vrabel and the New England Patriots on Sunday.

North Carolina head coach Bill Belichick, left, watches during the first half of an NCAA college football game against Clemson, Saturday, Oct. 4, 2025, in Chapel Hill, N.C. (AP Photo/Chris Seward)

Bill Belichick says he never sought an early departure from the North Carolina job

October 13, 2025

Bill Belichick has denied reports that he’s been seeking an exit strategy from his North Carolina coaching role. Belichick says “some of the reports out last week about my looking for a buyout and trying to leave here and all that, it’s just categorically false.” Belichick was making his first public comments since a blowout loss to Clemson. During the second of two off weeks in a three-week span, the subject of Belichick’s future with the Tar Heels was a hot topic, so much so that last Wednesday the university released brief statements from the coach and athletics director reaffirming commitments between Belichick and the school.

Memphis Grizzlies Head Coach Tuomas Iisalo talks with players before an NBA basketball preseason game against the Detroit Pistons, Monday, Oct. 6, 2025, in Memphis, Tenn. (AP Photo/Brandon Dill)

Full-court sprints and inhalers: Grizzlies put their trust in Tuomas Iisalo to bring about a new era

October 13, 2025

Memphis coach Tuomas Iisalo told the Grizzlies in exit meetings last spring to be ready to play faster when they returned this fall. Now they know just how fast Iisalo wants his Grizzlies moving both on and off the court. Guard Ja Morant says they might need inhalers, which should tell everyone what they need to know. Iisalo took over in late March and had little time to make many changes. The Grizzlies gave him the job after a first-round loss to Oklahoma City. The Grizzlies then spent the summer retooling the roster around Morant and Jaren Jackson Jr.

Brian Branch and the Lions end a frustrating loss at Kansas City with postgame fisticuffs

October 12, 2025

The Detroit Lions had a tough night against the Kansas City Chiefs at Arrowhead Stadium. And it didn’t get much better after the final whistle in the 30-17 defeat. Brian Branch’s punch to JuJu Smith-Schuster sparked a brief fight among players, and it could very well earn the Detroit safety a hefty fine and a suspension. The fracas came after the Chiefs had shut down the NFL’s highest-scoring offense and moved the ball with ease against the Detroit defense in a game that snapped the Lions’ four-game winning streak.

Kansas City Chiefs wide receiver Hollywood Brown (5) is congratulated by quarterback Patrick Mahomes (15) after scoring during the second half of an NFL football game against the Detroit Lions Sunday, Oct. 12, 2025, in Kansas City, Mo. (AP Photo/Ed Zurga)

Mahomes leads the Chiefs to a 30-17 victory over Lions, and a fistfight erupts at the finish

October 12, 2025

Patrick Mahomes threw for 257 yards and three touchdowns and led the Kansas City Chiefs to a 30-17 victory over the ailing Detroit Lions. Sunday night’s game ended with a fistfight among players. Mahomes tried to give Brian Branch a high-five after the final whistle, and the Lions safety walked right by him. Chiefs wide receiver JuJu Smith-Schuster took umbrage and had words with Branch, who delivered a punch to set off the brief melee. Marquise Brown had two touchdown receptions and Xavier Worthy had another for the Chiefs, who evened their record at 3-3. The Lions fell to 4-2.

Tears of triumph: Denny Hamlin wins emotional race in Las Vegas, secures championship spot

October 12, 2025

Denny Hamlin became the first driver to lock up a spot in NASCAR’s championship-deciding finale, winning Sunday at Las Vegas Motor Speedway for his career-goal 60th Cup Series triumph. Hamlin, considered the best driver in NASCAR history to never win a Cup title, is back in the winner-take-all title race for the first time since 2021. The winningest driver in Joe Gibbs Racing history is tied for 10th on NASCAR’s career victories list with Kevin Harvick. Hamlin was emotional two weeks ago when he failed to win at Kansas Speedway in a victory he hoped to dedicate to his ailing father. He made good on it at Las Vegas. Kyle Larson was second.

Cincinnati Bengals' Joe Flacco (16) passes in the pocket against the Cincinnati Bengals in the second half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Oct. 12, 2025, in Green Bay, Wis. (AP Photo/Mike Roemer)

Joe Flacco’s strong second half in Cincinnati debut gives slumping Bengals reason for hope

October 12, 2025

Joe Flacco rallied the Cincinnati Bengals in the second half. That was enough to provide some hope for his new teammates. Just five days after he was acquired in a trade with Cleveland, Flacco passed for 219 yards and two touchdowns in his Cincinnati debut. The Bengals lost 27-18 at Green Bay, but they pushed the Packers all the way to the very end. All-Pro receiver Ja’Marr Chase says Flacco is “just so poised.” Cincinnati has been outscored 140-55 during a four-game losing streak. But Flacco’s performance in the second half against the Packers created some optimism for the Bengals.

Milwaukee Brewers manager Pat Murphy watches during batting practice ahead of Game 1 of baseball's National League Championship Series between the Milwaukee Brewers and the Los Angeles Dodgers on Sunday, Oct. 12, 2025, in Milwaukee. (AP Photo/Brynn Anderson)

Murphy embracing Brewers’ underdog status before NLCS matchup with Dodgers

October 12, 2025

Pat Murphy and his Milwaukee Brewers adopted an underdog mentality even as they produced the best regular-season record in baseball this year. Their NL Championship Series matchup with the reigning World Series champion Los Angeles Dodgers enables them to embrace that approach even more. The series starts Monday with Game 1 in Milwaukee. The Dodgers are seeking their third World Series title in the last six years and have a record payroll of $509.5 million. The Brewers play in the smallest market in the major leagues and have never won it all.

Washington Capitals players react after a goal by Anthony Beauvillier (72) during the second period of an NHL hockey game against the New York Rangers, Sunday, Oct. 12, 2025, in New York. (AP Photo/Heather Khalifa)

Lindgren makes 35 saves as Capitals edge Rangers 1-0

October 12, 2025

Anthony Beauvillier scored in the second period, Charlie Lindgren stopped 35 shots, and the Washington Capitals beat the New York Rangers 1-0. Beauvillier’s tip-in of a shot by Alex Ovechkin with 6:13 left in the middle period beat Rangers goalie Jonathan Quick and held up as the Capitals won for the second time in two nights. Washington defeated the Islanders 4-2 on Saturday at UBS Arena. It was the 10th career shutout for Lindgren, making his first start this season. The 39-year-old Quick also was making his season debut after Igor Shesterkin won two of the Rangers first three games. He made 20 saves.

Green Bay Packers running back Josh Jacobs (8) scores a touchdown against the Cincinnati Bengals in the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Oct. 12, 2025, in Green Bay, Wis. (AP Photo/Mike Roemer)

Packers overcome Flacco’s comeback attempt and beat the Bengals 27-18

October 12, 2025

Josh Jacobs rushed for two touchdowns and the Green Bay Packers held off Cincinnati for a 27-18 victory in Joe Flacco’s Bengals debut. Jacobs had a 3-yard touchdown run in the second quarter and opened the fourth by scoring on a 14-yard burst up the middle. Jordan Love went 19 of 26 for 259 yards with an interception and a 19-yard touchdown pass to Tucker Kraft. Lucas Havrisik sealed the win by making the second of his two field goals, a 39-yarder with 1:52 remaining. Flacco went 29 of 45 for 219 yards with two second-half touchdown passes five days after the Bengals acquired him from Cleveland.

San Francisco 49ers middle linebacker Fred Warner, right, is carted off the field during the first half of an NFL football game against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in Tampa, Fla., Sunday, Oct. 12, 2025. (AP Photo/Chris O'Meara)

49ers All-Pro linebacker Fred Warner carted off following gruesome ankle injury

October 12, 2025

Four-time All-Pro linebacker Fred Warner has been carted off the field following a gruesome ankle injury in the first quarter of San Francisco’s game against Tampa Bay. Warner’s right ankle appeared to turn sideways after a couple players fell into him at the end of a play. The entire 49ers sideline came onto the field to see Warner before he left the field with an air cast on his ankle. The injury-riddled 49ers entered the game without quarterback Brock Purdy, star edge rusher Nick Bosa, All-Pro tight end George Kittle and several other key players. Despite all their injuries, the Niners were 4-1 and leading the NFC West going into Week 6.

Penn State head coach James Franklin reacts after losing to Oregon in the second overtime of their NCAA college football game, Saturday, Sept. 27, 2025, in State College, Pa. (AP Photo/Barry Reeger)

Penn State fires coach James Franklin amid midseason free fall in a lost season

October 12, 2025

James Franklin is out at Penn State. The school fired the longtime head coach on Sunday, less than 24 hours after a 22-21 home loss to Northwestern. Terry Smith will serve as the interim head coach for the rest of the season. The Nittany Lions began the year with hopes of winning the national title. Those hopes evaporated by early October amid a string of losses. Penn State, which reached the CFP semifinal 10 months ago, lost at home to Oregon in overtime in late September. A road loss at UCLA followed.

Cardinals lose tight end Travis Vokolek with a neck injury in first quarter of Colts game

October 12, 2025

Arizona Cardinals tight end Travis Vokolek was placed on a stretcher and taken off the field on a golf cart after injuring his neck on a kickoff return against the Indianapolis Colts. Vokolek was left flat on his back, not moving, after trying to block Colts linebacker Segun Olubi. Trainers rushed onto the field to tend to the former Nebraska player as players from both teams gathered around him. Some took a knee. Vokolek was placed onto a backboard, then lifted onto the cart before giving a thumbs-up as the cart drove through one of the field’s tunnels. A few minutes later, he was ruled out of the game.

Oregon State head coach Trent Bray watches as his team plays against Appalachian State during the first half of an NCAA college football game in Boone, N.C., Saturday, Oct. 4, 2025. (AP Photo/Nell Redmond)

Oregon State fires Trent Bray with Beavers off to 0-7 start

October 12, 2025

Oregon State has fired coach Trent Bray after the team fell to 0-7, its worst start since 1991. Athletic director Scott Barnes announced the decision on Sunday. Robb Akey will serve as interim head coach for the rest of the season while a national search for Bray’s successor is conducted. Barnes expressed gratitude for Bray’s dedication but cited unacceptable on-field results as the reason for the change. The decision followed a 39-14 loss to Wake Forest on Saturday. The school said Bray’s contract buyout will be covered by donor-generated funds.

Buffalo Bills running back James Cook (4) celebrates his touchdown against the New Orleans Saints in the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Sept. 28, 2025, in Orchard Park, N.Y. (AP Photo/Sue Ogrocki)

Bills’ James Cook has TD motivations ahead of game vs. Falcons in Georgia homecoming Monday night

October 12, 2025

For all his production during his college days at Georgia, Buffalo Bills running back James Cook was reminded of never scoring a touchdown in three SEC championship game appearances at Atlanta’s Mercedes-Benz Stadium. Cook plans to rectify that when Buffalo travels to play the Falcons in their home stadium on Monday night. The fifth-year player has established himself as a key threat in balancing the Bills’ Josh Allen-led offense with five touchdowns this season. Meantime, Buffalo’s defense will have its hands full in attempting to contain Atlanta’s lead running back Bijan Robinson.

FILE - Washington Commanders wide receiver Noah Brown (85) catches a 52-yard touchdown pass in the end zone as time expires to give the Commanders an 18-15 win over the Chicago Bears in an NFL football game, Oct. 27, 2024, in Landover, Md. (AP Photo/Nick Wass, File)

Commanders’ Jayden Daniels won’t relive the Hail Mary that beat Bears a year ago

October 12, 2025

Jayden Daniels sees no point in reliving the “Hail Maryland” or “Fail Mary” play that lifted Washington to a victory over Chicago a year ago. So what if the teams’ rematch is going to be played on national television Monday night and everyone else will be discussing it? Daniels figures the 52-yard, last-play touchdown pass he threw to Noah Brown in 2024 is not going to help the Commanders beat the Bears this time. Washington comes in with a 3-2 record and a chance to pull even with the defending Super Bowl champion Philadelphia Eagles atop the NFC East. Chicago enters on a two-game winning streak.

Runners participate in the Chicago Marathon, Sunday, Oct. 12, 2025. (AP Photo/Nam Y. Huh)

Jacob Kiplimo of Uganda and Ethiopian Hawi Feysa win the men’s and women’s Chicago Marathon

October 12, 2025

Jacob Kiplimo of Uganda and Ethiopian Hawi Feysa have won the men’s and women’s races at the Chicago Marathon by comfortable margins. Kiplimo crossed the line in a personal-best time of 2 hours, 2 minutes, 23 seconds. He was 1 minute, 31 seconds clear of Kenyan Amos Kipruto, whose countryman Alex Masai was third in 2:04:37. Conner Mantz was fourth in a US-record time of 2:04:43. The 26-year-old Feysa clocked 2:14:56. That put her 2:22 clear of countrywoman Megertu Alemu with Magdalena Shauri of Tanzania third in 2:18:03.

Penn State quarterback Drew Allar (15) walks off the field injured during the fourth quarter of an NCAA college football game against Northwestern, Saturday, Oct. 11, 2025, in State College, Pa. (AP Photo/Barry Reeger)

Penn State quarterback Drew Allar is out for the season with an injury

October 12, 2025

Drew Allar came back to Penn State for his senior season determined lead the Nittany Lions to a national championship. Now, with hopes gone for winning their first NCAA football title since 1986 after a third straight loss, the strong-armed quarterback will have to watch from the sideline the rest of the way. Allar suffered an apparent leg injury on a third-down play late in Penn State’s 22-21 loss to Northwestern on Saturday. He limped off the field with help, was replaced by backup Ethan Grunkemeyer and was ruled out for the rest of the season.

Milwaukee Brewers shortstop Joey Ortiz (3) reacts to the team's win over the Chicago Cubs in Game 5 of baseball's National League Division Series, Saturday, Oct. 11, 2025, in Milwaukee. (AP Photo/Kayla Wolf)

Brewers beat Cubs 3-1 in Game 5 of NL Division Series to earn NLCS matchup with Dodgers

October 12, 2025

Andrew Vaughn hit a tiebreaking homer in the fourth inning and William Contreras and Brice Turang also went deep as the Milwaukee Brewers shook off their recent history of playoff frustration by beating the Chicago Cubs 3-1 in the decisive fifth game of their NL Division Series. The Brewers earned their first postseason series win since sweeping Colorado in the 2018 NLDS and advanced to face the defending World Series champion Los Angeles Dodgers in the best-of-seven National League Championship Series. Milwaukee lost Game 7 of the 2018 NLCS at home to the Dodgers.

Milwaukee Brewers pitcher Jacob Misiorowski (32) reacts to an out against the Chicago Cubs during the fifth inning of Game 5 of baseball's National League Division Series, Saturday, Oct. 11, 2025, in Milwaukee. (AP Photo/Kayla Wolf)

Midseason additions of Misiorowski and Vaughn have played big role in getting Brewers to NLCS

October 11, 2025

Andrew Vaughn and Jacob Misiorowski were both in the minor leagues with separate organizations at the start of June. One was on the way up and the other on the way down. Now they’re playing key roles for the Milwaukee Brewers in the playoffs. Vaughn hit a tiebreaking homer in the fourth inning that put Milwaukee ahead for good Saturday night in a 3-1 victory over the Chicago Cubs in the decisive Game 5 of their NL Division Series. Misiorowski earned his second win of the series by allowing just one run over four innings in relief. Milwaukee advanced to face the defending World Series champion Los Angeles Dodgers in the National League Championship Series.

Chicago Cubs manager Craig Counsell, left, and bench coach Ryan Flaherty, right, look on from the dugout during the seventh inning of Game 5 of baseball's National League Division Series against the Milwaukee Brewers, Saturday, Oct. 11, 2025, in Milwaukee. (AP Photo/Kayla Wolf)

Inability to get runners on base in Game 5 leads to Cubs’ exit from postseason

October 11, 2025

The Chicago Cubs failed to score in the first inning for the only time in the entire NL Division Series. They didn’t do a whole lot the rest of the night, either. A parade of Milwaukee Brewers relievers silenced a lineup that was too reliant on the home run ball as the Cubs lost 3-1 in the winner-take-all Game 5 of this NLDS. The Cubs’ only run came on Seiya Suzuki’s leadoff homer in the second inning.

Texas Tech students throw tortillas before the NCAA college football game against Kansas, Saturday, Oct. 11, 2025, in Lubbock, Texas. (AP Photo/Annie Rice)

Texas Tech’s tortilla tradition is falling flat with coach Joey McGuire after penalties

October 11, 2025

No. 9 Texas Tech finally got penalized for fans throwing tortillas onto the field during kickoffs. It happened twice in a 42-17 victory over Kansas. The longstanding tradition came under scrutiny in the offseason when Big 12 athletic directors voted 15-1 to approve a policy to discipline home teams for fans throwing items on the field. Texas Tech AD Kirby Hocutt was the lone dissenting vote. He was a bit defiant in defending the tortilla tradition. But coach Joey McGuire has started pleading with fans not to throw tortillas beyond the opening kickoff. His messaging was stern after the two unsportsmanlike conduct penalties.

FILE - Jaron Ennis, right, throws a punch at Karen Chukhadzhian, left, during the ninth round IBF World Welterweight title bout, Nov. 9, 2024, in Philadelphia. (AP Photo/Chris Szagola, File)

Jaron Ennis dominates Uisma Lima with first-round TKO 154-pound debut

October 11, 2025

Jaron Ennis has made a smashing debut at 154 pounds, defeating Uisma Lima with a first-round stoppage on Saturday night. Known as “Boots,” Ennis dropped Lima three times in just 1:58, making a strong statement for bigger fights. This victory should set up a fight with Vergil Ortiz Jr. early next year. Ennis, who is 28 years old, claimed a share of the interim 154-pound title. He previously had an undefeated run at 147 pounds. Ennis, from northwest Philadelphia, is a rising star in boxing and used a right uppercut to stun Lima before knocking him out.

New York Islanders' Matthew Schaefer (48) celebrates after scoring his first NHL goal during the third period of an NHL hockey game against the Washington Capitals Saturday, Oct. 11, 2025, in Elmont, N.Y. (AP Photo/Frank Franklin II)

Islanders rookie Matthew Schaefer gets 1st NHL goal in loss to Capitals

October 11, 2025

Matthew Schaefer won’t soon forget his first NHL goal. The 18-year-old defenseman and top overall pick in this year’s NHL Draft dove headfirst into the moment, literally. Schaefer found a loose puck after a scramble in front of the net and lunged forward, poking it past Washington Capitals goalie Logan Thompson at 4:28 of the third period in the Islanders’ 4-2 loss Saturday night.

Oklahoma quarterback John Mateer signals to the sideline during the first half of an NCAA college football game against Texas, Saturday, Oct. 11, 2025, in Dallas. (AP Photo/Jeffrey McWhorter)

Oklahoma QB John Mateer throws 3 interceptions vs. Texas in return 3 weeks after hand injury

October 11, 2025

Oklahoma quarterback John Mateer threw for 202 yards and three interceptions in his return for sixth-ranked Oklahoma. That came in a 23-6 loss to Red River rival Texas on Saturday, only 17 days after having surgery on his throwing hand. Mateer completed 20 of 38 passes and says he felt fine physically. The junior transfer quarterback says he just didn’t play good enough for the 5-1 Sooners. He got hurt three weeks ago in a win over Auburn before surgery during the bye week and not playing last week.

Colorado head coach Deion Sanders waits to take the field with players ahead of an NCAA college football game against Iowa State, Saturday, Oct. 11, 2025, in Boulder, Colo. (AP Photo/David Zalubowski)

Colorado fans storm field after win over No. 22 Iowa State, Deion Sanders loves it but fine may loom

October 11, 2025

Colorado fans rushed the field after a 24-17 win over No. 22 Iowa State on Saturday. Coach Deion Sanders loved the excitement, but it may lead to a fine for the second straight home game. The school drew a $50,000 fine for derogatory chants during a game against BYU on Sept. 27. The Big 12 may review this incident as well. Sanders expressed his support for the fans, saying he loves to see them rush the field. Security managed the situation, and the school lowered the goalpost to prevent it from being taken.

Texas punt returner Ryan Niblett (21) celebrates with teammates after returning a punt for a touchdown during the second half of an NCAA college football game against Oklahoma, Saturday, Oct. 11, 2025, in Dallas. (AP Photo/Jeffrey McWhorter)

Unranked Texas looks more like the preseason No. 1 it was in win over rival No. 6 Oklahoma

October 11, 2025

This certainly looks more like the preseason No. 1 team that Texas was before two early losses sent it plummeting all the way out of the AP Top 25. The Longhorns beat Red River rival sixth-ranked Oklahoma 23-6 on Saturday. It saves their season for now. The 4-2 Longhorns should be back in the next AP poll Sunday. More importantly, they avoided a loss that likely would have ended any realistic chance of getting into the College Football Playoff for the third year in a row.

Indiana head coach Curt Cignetti, center, walks on the field after a win over Oregon in an NCAA college football game, Saturday, Oct. 11, 2025, in Eugene, Ore. (AP Photo/Lydia Ely)

No. 7 Indiana topples No. 3 Oregon 30-20 in tight battle

October 11, 2025

Fernando Mendoza threw for 215 yards and a key fourth-quarter touchdown and No. 7 Indiana remained undefeated with a 30-20 victory over No. 3 Oregon on Saturday. Roman Hemby added a pair of scoring runs for the Hoosiers (6-0, 3-0 Big Ten), who frustrated the Ducks (5-1, 2-1) with stout defensive play. Dante Moore threw for 186 yards and a touchdown for Oregon. He threw two interceptions and was sacked six times.With Oregon down 20-13 going into the fourth quarter, Brandon Finney intercepted Mendoza’s and ran it back 35 yards to tie it with 12:42 left.Mendoza answered with an 8-yard scoring pass to Elijah Sarratt with 6:23 to go. On Oregon’s next series, Moore’s pass was intercepted by Louis Moore.

FILE - Southeastern Conference commissioner Greg Sankey looks on on at a Tulane at Mississippi NCAA football game on Sept. 20, 2025, in Oxford, Miss. (AP Photo/Vasha Hunt, File)

SEC’s Greg Sankey rejects pooling conference TV rights as a solution to problems in college sports

October 11, 2025

SEC Commissioner Greg Sankey expressed skepticism about pooling TV rights as a solution for college sports. Speaking before the Florida-Texas A&M football game, Sankey countered Texas Tech regent Cody Campbell, who said pooling rights could generate billions. Sankey denied having private discussions with Campbell about increasing revenue through this method. He emphasized the Southeastern Conference’s preference for negotiating its own deals. Sankey also supports The SCORE Act, which proposes limited antitrust protection for the NCAA. He believes it has a real chance of passing in Congress.

Gillman’s 2 TDs, Lawler’s 21-yard pick-6 help Montana rally to beat Cal Poly 28-9

October 11, 2025

Eli Gillman ran for 123 yards and two touchdowns, Kenzel Lawler returned an interception 21 yards for a TD, and Montana beat Cal Poly 28-9. Keali’i Ah Yat was 27-of-41 passing for 257 yards with a 24-yard scoring strike to Michael Wortham that gave Montana (6-0, 3-0 Big Sky Conference), ranked No. 4 in the FCS coaches, poll the lead for good at 14-9 early in the fourth quarter. Ty Dieffenbach threw a 26-yard TD pass to Brooks Wheatley and Nick Serna kicked a 27-yard field goal as time expired in the first half to give Cal Poly (3-4, 1-2) a 9-0 lead. Dieffenbach was 15-of-33 passing for 225 yards with a TD and four interceptions.

Texas quarterback Arch Manning, center, throws a pass during the first half of an NCAA college football game against Oklahoma, Saturday, Oct. 11, 2025, in Dallas. (AP Photo/Jeffrey McWhorter)

Arch Manning and Texas get much-needed 23-6 win over No. 6 Oklahoma in Red River Rivalry

October 11, 2025

Ryan Niblett returned a punt 75 yards for a decisive touchdown in the fourth quarter and Texas got a much-needed 23-6 win over sixth-ranked Oklahoma. Arch Manning was 21-of-27 passing for 166 yards and the go-ahead touchdown on the first drive after halftime for the 4-2 Longhorns in their annual Red River Rivalry game Saturday. Texas was coming off a loss at Florida that knocked the preseason No. 1 team out of the AP Top 25. John Mateer was 20-of-38 passing with three interceptions in his return to the lineup for 5-1 Oklahoma only 17 days after surgery on his throwing hand.

Justin Lamson passes for 4 TDs as Montana State beats Idaho State 48-14 for fifth straight win

October 11, 2025

Justin Lamson threw for a career-high four touchdowns and ran for another, Adam Jones rushed for 173 yards and a score, and Montana State routed Idaho State 48-14 on Saturday for its fifth straight victory to remain in first place in the Big Sky Conference. Montana State led 34-14 at halftime after gaining 373 yards and scoring five touchdowns. Idaho State was held to just four yards rushing by halftime and ended the first half with Jordan Cooke throwing an interception. Jones became the first Bobcat this season to eclipse the century mark rushing. Lamson was 17 of 21 for 184 yards without an interception for Montana State (5-2, 3-0). Lamson also carried it 16 times for 60 yards. Rocky Lencioni caught two touchdown passes.

Denny Hamlin, left, gives autographs before a NASCAR Cup Series auto race at Kansas Speedway in Kansas City, Kan., Sunday, Sept. 28, 2025. (AP Photo/Colin E. Braley)

Hamlin’s controversial move: Did he make the right call in NASCAR playoffs?

October 11, 2025

Denny Hamlin has sparked controversy in NASCAR’s playoffs after passing Ross Chastain on the final lap, knocking him out of contention. The move allowed Joey Logano to advance, drawing criticism because Logano and teammate Ryan Blaney have dominated recent championships. The third round begins Sunday in Las Vegas with eight drivers from top teams. NASCAR is closely monitoring race manipulation, especially after last weekend’s events at Charlotte. Officials say they would have acted if Hamlin had been instructed not to pass Chastain. Meanwhile, NASCAR plans to increase horsepower for next season, responding to demand from drivers and fans.

Mississippi quarterback Trinidad Chambliss (6) throws a pass during the first half of an NCAA college football game against Washington State, Saturday, Oct. 11, 2025, in Oxford, Miss. (AP Photo/Rogelio V. Solis)

Chambliss accounts for 3 TDs and No. 4 Mississippi escapes against Washington State with a 24-21 win

October 11, 2025

Trinidad Chambliss threw for two touchdowns and ran for another score to lead No. 4 Mississippi over Washington State 24-21. Ole Miss trailed 14-10 late in the third period before Chambliss scored on a 17-yard touchdown scramble. Chambliss threw a 35-yard touchdown pass to Cayden Lee to build a 24-14 lead with 6:51 remaining. Washington State led for a majority of the first three quarters. The Cougars scored late on a 19-yard touchdown pass from Zevi Eckhaus to Tony Freeman, bringing them a field goal away from tying the game. They had a final possession with just over a minute remaining, but were unable to score.

Ohio State defensive lineman Kayden McDonald (98) and cornerback Jermaine Mathews Jr. (7) celebrate a fumble recovery during the first half of an NCAA college football game against Illinois, Saturday, Oct. 11, 2025, in Champaign, Ill. (AP Photo/Craig Pessman)

No. 1 Ohio State turns 3 takeaways into 21 points and beats No. 17 Illinois 34-16

October 11, 2025

Julian Sayin passed for two touchdowns, C.J. Donaldson ran for two more scores, and the Ohio State defense forced three turnovers that resulted in 21 points as the No. 1-ranked Buckeyes defeated No. 17 Illinois 34-16. Sayin completed 19 of 27 passes for 166 yards. Donaldson rushed for 44 yards. Jeremiah Smith had five catches for 42 yards and a TD. Illinois’ Luke Altmyer threw for 248 yards and a touchdown with an interception. Aidan Laughery ran for 50 yards and a TD. Collin Dixon had four catches for 46 yards and a TD.

Pittsburgh quarterback Mason Heintschel (6) looks for a receiver during the first half of an NCAA college football game against Florida State, Saturday, Oct. 11, 2025, in Tallahassee, Fla. (AP Photo/Colin Hackley)

Mason Heintschel throws for 321 yards, two TDs to Desmond Reid in Pitt’s upset of No. 25 Florida St.

October 11, 2025

Mason Heintschel threw for 310 yards and connected with Desmond Reid on a pair of touchdown passes as Pittsburgh defeated No. 25 Florida State 34-31. A true freshman, Heintschel completed 20 of 28 passes and tossed a pair of second-quarter interceptions. But he has surpassed 300 passing yards in both of his starts, building off a rout of Boston College last week with a road upset of the Seminoles. Reid had eight catches for 155 yards and 10 carries for 38 yards for Pittsburgh (4-2, 2-1 Atlantic Coast Conference). Tommy Castellanos completed 16 of 23 passes for 245 yards for Florida State (3-3, 0-3).

Alabama quarterback Ty Simpson warms up before an NCAA college football game Saturday, Oct. 11, 2025, in Columbia, Mo. (AP Photo/L.G. Patterson)

Ty Simpson shines as No. 8 Alabama edges No. 14 Missouri 27-24 to push winning streak to 5

October 11, 2025

Ty Simpson throws for 200 yards and three touchdowns, leading eighth-ranked Alabama to a 27-24 victory over No. 14 Missouri on Saturday. This marks Alabama’s fifth consecutive win. Jam Miller adds 85 rushing yards before leaving with an injury in the fourth quarter. Beau Pribula tries to rally Missouri late, but Alabama’s defense holds strong. The loss ends Missouri’s 15-game home winning streak. Alabama’s defense shines, with Dijon Lee Jr. sealing the win with an interception. Missouri’s top rusher, Ahmad Hardy, is held to just 52 yards. Alabama returns home to face No. 12 Tennessee next.

Seattle Mariners' Jorge Polanco reacts after hitting an RBI-single for J.P. Crawford to score the game-winning run during the 15th inning in Game 5 of baseball's American League Division Series against the Detroit Tigers, Friday, Oct. 10, 2025, in Seattle. (AP Photo/Lindsey Wasson)

Polanco hits winning single in the 15th inning as the Mariners beat the Tigers to advance to ALCS

October 11, 2025

Jorge Polanco hit a game-ending single in the 15th inning, and the Seattle Mariners advanced to the AL Championship Series by outlasting the Detroit Tigers for a 3-2 victory in the longest winner-take-all postseason game in baseball history. With one out and the bases loaded, Polanco drove in J.P. Crawford with a liner to right off Tommy Kahnle. Crawford hit a leadoff single, Randy Arozarena was hit by a pitch and Julio Rodríguez was intentionally walked before Polanco’s big swing on the 472nd pitch of the epic game.

South Florida tight end Johnathan Echols celebrates a touchdown with Cole Best (72) and quarterback Byrum Brown (17) against North Texas in an NCAA college football game Friday, Oct. 10, 2025, in Denton, Texas. (AP Photo/Richard W. Rodriguez)

No. 24 South Florida scores 4 TDs in a 3 1/2-minute span and hands North Texas its 1st loss

October 10, 2025

Byrum Brown accounted for five touchdowns, Jhalyn Shuler returned a fumble 34 yards for South Florida’s fourth TD in span of 3 1/2 minutes and the 24th-ranked Bulls beat North Texas 63-36. It was the first loss this season for the 5-1 Mean Green. The 5-1 Bulls overcame three first-quarter turnovers and tied the game at 21-all with 2 seconds left before halftime. They then scored had three quick scores after the break, and two of those TDs coming off North Texas turnovers. The Mean Green hadn’t gone this deep into a season without a loss since a 5-0 start in 1959.

CORRECTS PLAYER - Ecuador's Enner Valencia (13) celebrates a goal against the United States during the first half of an international friendly soccer match in Austin, Texas, Friday, Oct. 10, 2025. (AP Photo/Eric Gay)

Balogun’s second-half goal gives US a 1-1 tie against Ecuador in friendly

October 10, 2025

Folarin Balogun scores in the 71st minute, helping the United States secure a 1-1 tie against Ecuador in a friendly. Enner Valencia scored in the first half for Ecuador. Balogun’s goal is his seventh in 20 international appearances. The 16th-ranked Americans have one win in their last nine games against top 25 opponents since March 2024. They play Australia on Tuesday in Colorado. Ecuador, ranked 24th, extended its team-record unbeaten streak to 12 games. American star Christian Pulisic didn’t start due to a sore ankle but entered in the 73rd minute.

Detroit Tigers pitcher Tarik Skubal throws during the first inning in Game 5 of baseball's American League Division Series against the Seattle Mariners, Friday, Oct. 10, 2025, in Seattle. (AP Photo/Lindsey Wasson)

Tigers ace Tarik Skubal turns in a dominant performance in Game 5 against the Mariners

October 10, 2025

Detroit Tigers ace Tarik Skubal has turned in a dominant performance in Game 5 of the team’s AL Division Series against the Seattle Mariners. Skubal stepped up with Detroit trying for the franchise’s first appearance in the AL Championship Series since 2013. He struck out 13 while allowing one run and two hits. Kerry Carpenter hit a two-run homer for the Tigers in the sixth, but Leo Rivas tied it at 2 with a pinch-hit RBI single for the Mariners in the seventh. Skubal won the AL Cy Young Award last year.

Las Vegas Aces center A'ja Wilson (22) reacts after scoring against the Phoenix Mercury during the first half of Game 4 of the WNBA basketball finals, Friday, Oct. 10, 2025, in Phoenix. (AP Photo/Rick Scuteri)

Wilson scores 31 and Aces win third WNBA title in 4 seasons, beating Mercury 97-86 for 4-game sweep

October 10, 2025

A’ja Wilson scored 31 points, Chelsea Gray and Jackie Young both added 18 and the Las Vegas Aces beat the Phoenix Mercury 97-86 in Game 4 of the WNBA Finals, sweeping their way to a third championship in four seasons. The Aces needed just four games to end the first best-of-seven finals in league history. It was another offensive onslaught from Las Vegas, which scored 54 points in the first half and averaged more than 90 points per game in the series. Wilson finished 7 of 21 shooting from the field, but made 17 of 19 free throws.

Phoenix Mercury head coach Nate Tibbetts reacts after a foul call against the Las Vegas Aces during the first half of Game 4 of the WNBA basketball finals, Friday, Oct. 10, 2025, in Phoenix. (AP Photo/Rick Scuteri)

Phoenix Mercury coach Nate Tibbetts ejected from WNBA Finals Game 4 after heated argument

October 10, 2025

Phoenix Mercury coach Nate Tibbetts was ejected from Game 4 of the WNBA Finals after receiving two quick technical fouls in the third quarter against the Las Vegas Aces. Tibbetts was arguing a foul call against Mercury guard Monique Akoa Makani when he got in the face of referee Gina Cross, who almost immediately called two quick technicals. Tibbetts reacted in disbelief before being escorted from the court. Earlier in this year’s WNBA playoffs, Minnesota coach Cheryl Reeve was ejected in Game 3 of the semifinals for arguing after star player Napheesa Collier was injured. Reeve was suspended for the next game.

FILE - Los Angeles Angels designated hitter Albert Pujols waves to players in the Colorado Rockies dugout in the second inning of a baseball game, Sept. 12, 2020, in Denver. (AP Photo/David Zalubowski, File)

Albert Pujols has met with the Angels about their managerial opening, AP source says

October 10, 2025

Albert Pujols has met with the Los Angeles Angels about returning to their dugout as their next manager, a person with knowledge of the meeting told The Associated Press. The person spoke on condition of anonymity because the Angels aren’t publicly discussing their search for a successor to Ron Washington, who wasn’t brought back after two seasons. Pujols met with general manager Perry Minasian in St. Louis, and the iconic slugger appears to be the current front-runner to take over the Angels in what would be his first in-season major league coaching job of any kind.

Chicago Cubs manager Craig Counsell acknowledges starting pitcher Matthew Boyd (16) while making a pitching change during the fifth inning of Game 4 of baseball's National League Division Series against the Milwaukee Brewers Thursday, Oct. 9, 2025, in Chicago. (AP Photo/Nam Y. Huh)

Don’t check in late for Cubs-Brewers NLDS decider. This series is all about the first inning

October 10, 2025

Working as a starting pitcher in the NL Division Series between the Chicago Cubs and Milwaukee Brewers has been one tough job. Twenty-one of the 35 runs in the series have been scored in the first inning. The series concludes on Saturday night with a winner-take-all Game 5 to determine which of these NL Central rivals will face the Dodgers in the NL Championship Series. Neither team has announced its Game 5 starting pitcher yet.

Baltimore Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson heads off the field following an NFL football game against the Kansas City Chiefs Sunday, Sept. 28, 2025, in Kansas City, Mo. (AP Photo/Ed Zurga)

Lamar Jackson ruled out again for the Ravens because of a hamstring injury

October 10, 2025

Lamar Jackson will miss a second straight game for the Baltimore Ravens because of his hamstring injury. The Ravens officially ruled Jackson out Friday, which was no surprise after he did not practice this week. Jackson was hurt in a loss at Kansas City two weekends ago. Cooper Rush started at quarterback in last week’s loss to Houston. Baltimore did have some good news on its lengthy injury report. Safety Kyle Hamilton, cornerback Marlon Humphrey and tackle Ronnie Stanley were full participants in Friday’s practice and are expected to play Sunday against the Los Angeles Rams.

San Diego Padres' Xander Bogaerts hits a single during the seventh inning of Game 3 of a National League wild card baseball game against the Chicago Cubs Thursday, Oct. 2, 2025, in Chicago. (AP Photo/Nam Huh)

Padres’ Iglesias suspended 1 game, Bogaerts fined for dispute with umpires after season-ending loss

October 10, 2025

San Diego Padres infielder Jose Iglesias has been suspended for one game and fined for unprofessional conduct toward the umpires during the final game of the club’s wild-card playoff series against the Cubs. Infielder Xander Bogaerts was also fined an undisclosed amount for his conduct during the interaction that followed the final out at Wrigley Field on Oct. 2 when the Padres were eliminated from the postseason by Chicago. Major League Baseball announced the disciplinary decisions Friday, eight days after the game. The Padres had a pointed shouting match with the umpiring crew as it left the field following the Cubs’ 3-1 victory.

Philadelphia Phillies pitcher Orion Kerkering looks down at a ground ball from Los Angeles Dodgers' Andy Pages before committing a throwing error to home platev and allowing the game-winning run to score during the eleventh inning in Game 4 of baseball's National League Division Series against the Los Angeles Dodgers, Thursday, Oct. 9, 2025, in Los Angeles. (AP Photo/Mark J. Terrill)

Phillies face an uncertain future following their 4th straight playoff exit

October 10, 2025

The Philadelphia Phillies face a challenging offseason after their playoff exit against the Los Angeles Dodgers. Key players like Kyle Schwarber, J.T. Realmuto, and Ranger Suárez are free agents. Manager Rob Thomson’s future is uncertain despite leading the team to four playoff berths. The Phillies haven’t won a championship since 2008 and that could influence decisions about Thomson and the roster. Nick Castellanos and José Alvarado’s futures are also in question. The team’s high payroll hasn’t translated into postseason success, and changes may be needed to break the cycle of playoff disappointments.

Cleveland Browns quarterback Shedeur Sanders (12) attends an NFL football practice at The Grove in Watford, England, Friday, Oct. 3, 2025. (AP Photo/Kin Cheung)

Shedeur Sanders promoted to Browns backup QB, will be behind rookie Dillon Gabriel against Steelers

October 10, 2025

Shedeur Sanders will back up Dillon Gabriel on Sunday in Pittsburgh, meaning the Browns will face the rival Steelers with two rookie quarterbacks. Sanders has been inactive for Cleveland’s first five games as the Browns develop him. But they think he’s ready to be their No. 2 despite not appearing in a regular-season game. Sanders’ promotion came in the aftermath of the Browns trading Joe Flacco this week. Coach Kevin Stefanski announced his decision following Friday’s practice, adding that he has confidence Sanders is ready for the promotion.

Philadelphia Eagles' Jalen Hurts plays during the first half of an NFL football game against the New York Giants Thursday, Oct. 9, 2025, in East Rutherford, N.J. (AP Photo/Seth Wenig)

Lane Johnson and Saquon Barkley wonder what’s wrong with the Eagles’ offense after latest loss

October 10, 2025

The Eagles suffered a tough loss to the New York Giants, 34-17 on Thursday night. It marked their second consecutive defeat. Just a week ago, they were undefeated and had won 20 of their last 21 games. Concerns about the offense, led by first-year coordinator Kevin Patullo, have proven valid. Jalen Hurts overthrew DeVonta Smith on a potential touchdown and the team struggled on third downs. Saquon Barkley and other stars are on pace for career-worst seasons. The Eagles need to regroup before their next game against Minnesota. The loss coincided with defeats for the Phillies and Flyers, echoing a similar night in 1983.

New York Islanders' Casey Cizikas, center, Anthony Duclair, left, and Kyle Palmieri (21) skate during warm ups before an NHL hockey game against the Pittsburgh Penguins in Pittsburgh, Thursday, Oct. 9, 2025. (AP Photo/Gene J. Puskar)

Beards are back for the New York Islanders after old-school executive Lou Lamoriello’s departure

October 10, 2025

Facial hair is making a comeback for the New York Islanders after Lou Lamoriello’s departure. The former executive had a strict clean-shaven policy, similar to late Yankees owner George Steinbrenner. With Lamoriello’s contract not renewed last spring, players like Ilya Sorokin and Kyle Palmieri are now sporting beards. New GM Mathieu Darche has brought in fresh faces, including top draft pick Matthew Schaefer, who made history as the youngest player to score in his debut. Players are quick to praise Lamoriello for how he treated them while also enjoying the freedom to ditch the razors.

FILE - Clemson players touch Howard's Rock as they run onto the field for an NCAA college football game against Georgia Tech Saturday, Sept. 18, 2021, in Clemson, S.C. (AP Photo/John Bazemore, File)

Clemson’s Howard’s Rock, ‘Play Like a Champion Today’ signs among beloved totems in college football

October 10, 2025

NFL Pro Bowl player Hunter Renfrow says few experiences compare to Clemson’s tradition of touching Howard’s Rock. Before each home game, players touch the rock and run down a hill into Memorial Stadium with 80,000 fans cheering them on. The tradition began in 1966. Renfrow says the ritual embodies sacrifice and team spirit. The rock is a literal totem, one of the most well-known across college football along with the likes of the “Play Like a Champion Today” signs at Oklahoma and Notre Dame and the M Club banner at Michigan.

Pittsburgh Steelers linebacker Nick Herbig (51) enters the field for the NFL football game between Minnesota Vikings and Pittsburgh Steelers at Croke Park stadium in Dublin, Sunday, Sept. 28, 2025.(AP Photo/Ian Walton)

Steelers LB Nick Herbig is morphing from TJ Watt’s protégé into a star in his own right

October 10, 2025

Pittsburgh Steelers outside linebacker Nick Herbig is stepping out of the considerable shadow cast by mentor T.J. Watt. Herbig has 2 1/2 sacks and an interception over Pittsburgh’s last three games while filling in for the injured Alex Highsmith. While Highsmith is expected to return for a Week 6 matchup with Cleveland, Herbig has been so productive he will continue to be a regular in the lineup. At 6-foot-2 and 240 pounds, Herbig is undersized for an edge rusher by today’s NFL standards. The third-year pro says he’s used to defying expectations, saying he learned the hard way while growing up the youngest of three brothers.

Los Angeles Dodgers' Shohei Ohtani celebrates after his team's win over the Philadelphia Phillies in Game 4 of baseball's National League Division Series Thursday, Oct. 9, 2025, in Los Angeles. (AP Photo/Jae C. Hong)

Dodgers rolling in defense of World Series title after closing out Phillies to reach NLCS

October 10, 2025

The Los Angeles Dodgers are on track to become the first repeat World Series champions in 25 years. Their success comes from superb starting pitching, a strong bullpen and solid defense. On Thursday night, they celebrated a wild 2-1, 11-inning victory over the Philadelphia Phillies, winning the NL Division Series 3-1. They’ll face either the Milwaukee Brewers or the Chicago Cubs in the NL Championship Series starting Monday. The Dodgers have won five of their first six postseason games. However, Shohei Ohtani and Freddie Freeman need to improve their hitting as they advance to the next round.

Chicago Cubs' Ian Happ (8) hits a 3-run home run during the first inning of Game 4 of baseball's National League Division Series against the Milwaukee Brewers Thursday, Oct. 9, 2025, in Chicago. (AP Photo/Nam Y. Huh)

Ian Happ’s homer sets the tone for the Cubs in a playoff victory against the Brewers

October 10, 2025

With one big swing, Ian Happ sent a charge through an electric crowd of 41,770 at Wrigley Field. After a rough start to the playoffs, it was a pretty sweet moment for the longest-tenured player with the Chicago Cubs. Happ connected for a three-run homer in the first inning, sending Chicago to a 6-0 victory over the Milwaukee Brewers that pushed their NL Division Series to a decisive Game 5. Nico Hoerner singled and Kyle Tucker walked ahead of Happ’s two-out drive to right on a 1-1 fastball from Freddy Peralta. Chicago became the first team in major league history with a first-inning homer in four straight games during one postseason.

Los Angeles Dodgers' Hyeseong Kim, center, scores the game-winning run past Philadelphia Phillies catcher J.T. Realmuto (10) on a ground ball by Andy Pages and a throwing error by Phillies pitcher Orion Kerkering during the eleventh inning in Game 4 of baseball's National League Division Series Thursday, Oct. 9, 2025, in Los Angeles. (AP Photo/Mark J. Terrill)

Orion Kerkering’s wild throw ends Phillies’ season and perhaps closes a window to win

October 9, 2025

Philadelphia Phillies pitcher Orion Kerkering received support from his teammates after a costly error led to their elimination from the NL Division Series. Kerkering made a wild throw past home plate, allowing the Los Angeles Dodgers to secure a 2-1 victory in 11 innings and win the best-of-five series 3-1. Phillies players reassured Kerkering, emphasizing the loss wasn’t solely his responsibility. Philadelphia, with 96 wins this season, could lose Kyle Schwarber, J.T. Realmuto and Ranger Suárez as free agents this offseason.

Jalen Hurts throws an interception among mistakes that lead to the Eagles’ 2nd consecutive loss

October 9, 2025

Jalen Hurts overthrowing DeVonta Smith on what could have been an easy touchdown and getting intercepted punctuated the Philadelphia Eagles’ second consecutive loss. It was Hurts’ first interception of the season. The Eagles’ defense also struggled, and Saquon Barkley’s late fumble sealed the defeat at the New York Giants. But Hurts contributed to the Eagles going 1 of 9 on third down, and the Super Bowl MVP quarterback’s struggles exemplify what’s going wrong with the defending champions.

Chicago Cubs starting pitcher Matthew Boyd (16) walks to the mound during the fifth inning of Game 4 of baseball's National League Division Series against the Milwaukee Brewers Thursday, Oct. 9, 2025, in Chicago. (AP Photo/Nam Y. Huh)

Matthew Boyd stars as the Cubs blank the Brewers 6-0 to send the NLDS to a deciding Game 5

October 9, 2025

Matthew Boyd pitched two-hit ball into the fifth inning, and the Chicago Cubs shut down the Milwaukee Brewers for a 6-0 victory that pushed their NL Division Series all the way to a decisive Game 5. Ian Happ, Kyle Tucker and Michael Busch homered for Chicago, delighting a rollicking Wrigley Field crowd of 41,770. Busch went deep for the second straight game and third time in the series. The Cubs were on the brink of elimination after they dropped the first two games of the NLDS in Milwaukee. But they held on for a 4-3 victory Wednesday before making the most of a sharp performance by Boyd and four relievers in Game 4. Next up is the finale of the best-of-five series back in Milwaukee on Saturday night.

FILE - Sister Jean Dolores Schmidt, the Loyola University men's basketball chaplain and school celebrity, sits for a portrait in The Joseph J. Gentile Arena, on Monday, Jan. 23, 2023, in Chicago. T(AP Photo/Jessie Wardarski, file)

Sister Jean Dolores Schmidt, Loyola Chicago’s beloved chaplain, dies at 106

October 9, 2025

Sister Jean Dolores Schmidt, the beloved chaplain for Loyola Chicago’s men’s basketball team, has died at 106. The university announced her death on Thursday night. She became an international celebrity during the team’s 2018 Final Four run and there was even a bobblehead of her likeness. Health issues led her to step down in August, but she remained an adviser. Loyola President Mark C. Reed praised her as a source of wisdom and grace for over 60 years. Sister Jean published a memoir in 2023 sharing life lessons.

New York Giants' Jaxson Dart, center, and Cam Skattebo celebrate after a touchdown during the first half of an NFL football game against the Philadelphia Eagles Thursday, Oct. 9, 2025, in East Rutherford, N.J. (AP Photo/Adam Hunger)

Cam Skattebo runs for 3 TDs and Jaxson Dart shines as the Giants beat the Eagles 34-17

October 9, 2025

Cam Skattebo ran for three touchdowns as he and fellow rookie Jaxson Dart led the New York Giants to a 34-17 victory over the Philadelphia Eagles. Dart had a 20-yard touchdown run and a 35-yard passing TD to Wan’Dale Robinson. The Giants, now 2-4, also sacked Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts three times and intercepted him once. Hurts threw his first interception of the season, contributing to the Eagles’ second consecutive loss.

New York Islanders' Jonathan Drouin (29) celebrates after his goal with Matthew Schaefer (48) during the first period of an NHL hockey game against the Pittsburgh Penguins in Pittsburgh, Thursday, Oct. 9, 2025. (AP Photo/Gene J. Puskar)

Matthew Schaefer turned 18 last month. The Islanders rookie hardly looked his age in his NHL debut

October 9, 2025

New York Islanders rookie defenseman Matthew Schaefer didn’t waste time making a first impression. The 18-year-old top overall pick in June’s draft collected the first point of his career in his NHL debut, a 4-3 loss to the Pittsburgh Penguins. Islanders coach Patrick Roy praised Schaefer’s performance, saying he looked comfortable and confident on the ice. Schaefer played more than 17 minutes and frequently flashed the dazzling speed that led the Islanders to select him in the first place. Schaefer said there were some early jitters but they quickly went away. Schaefer is hoping for a different result when the Islanders host Washington in their home opener on Saturday.

Detroit Tigers starting pitcher Tarik Skubal reacts after giving up a single to Seattle Mariners designated hitter Mitch Garver during the seventh inning in Game 2 of baseball's American League Division Series, Sunday, Oct. 5, 2025, in Seattle. (AP Photo/Lindsey Wasson)

Tigers turning to Tarik Skubal in Seattle for winner-take-all Game 5 of ALDS

October 9, 2025

Even after blowing a three-run lead in Detroit with a chance to clinch the AL Division Series, the Seattle Mariners can redeem themselves at home in a winner-take-all Game 5 on Friday. One problem: they’ll need to get the better of Tigers ace Tarik Skubal again. The reigning AL Cy Young Award winner allowed just two solo homers to Jorge Polanco across seven innings in Game 2, but the Mariners squeaked out a 3-2 victory that tied the series. In fact, all three times Skubal has started against Seattle this year, the Mariners have won. The left-hander has a 4.58 ERA in those games, more than twice as high as his regular-season mark of 2.21.

FILE - Basketball Hall of Fame Class of 2021 inductee Paul Pierce speaks at a news conference at Mohegan Sun, Sept. 10, 2021, in Uncasville, Conn. (AP Photo/Jessica Hill, File)

Former NBA player Paul Pierce found asleep in car, arrested for alleged DUI

October 9, 2025

Former NBA player Paul Pierce has been arrested on suspicion of driving under the influence on a Los Angeles highway after he was found asleep behind the wheel. California state police arrested Pierce on Tuesday night after responding to an unrelated car crash on U.S. Highway 101. They saw a Range Rover SUV stopped in the road south of the crash and found Pierce asleep at the wheel. Officers conducted a DUI investigation and arrested him on a misdemeanor charge of driving under the influence of alcohol. Pierce did not immediately respond to an Instagram message for comment.

Denver Nuggets center Nikola Jokic responds to questions during an NBA basketball media day news conference Monday, Sept. 29, 2025, in Denver. (AP Photo/David Zalubowski)

NBA GMs overwhelmingly pick Thunder to repeat as champions, Jokic for MVP

October 9, 2025

NBA general managers overwhelmingly expect the Oklahoma City Thunder to be the league’s first repeat champion in nearly a decade. Denver’s Nikola Jokic is their pick to reclaim the MVP award, and Miami’s Erik Spoelstra is once again the pick as best coach. Those were among the findings of the league’s annual preseason polling of general managers, the results of which were released Thursday. The Thunder got 80% of the vote in response to the question of which team would win this season’s title. No team has gone back-to-back since Golden State in 2016-17 and 2017-18.

FILE - Philadelphia Eagles' Jalen Carter walks off the field after being ejected from an NFL football game against the Dallas Cowboys, Thursday, Sept. 4, 2025, in Philadelphia. (AP Photo/Matt Slocum, File)

Eagles defensive tackle Jalen Carter is not playing against the Giants because of a heel injury

October 9, 2025

Philadelphia Eagles defensive tackle Jalen Carter is not playing in the reigning Super Bowl champions’ game at the New York Giants because of a heel injury. Carter was made inactive for the Thursday night game after showing up on the injury report with the heel ailment on Wednesday and being listed as questionable. Ruled out prior to traveling for Philadelphia were left guard Landon Dickerson (ankle) and tight end Grant Calcaterra (oblique).

FILE - Former Boston Red Sox pluaer Mike Greenwell sets to throw out the ceremonial first pitch prior to the Red Sox-New York Mets spring training baseball game in Fort Myers, Fla., Tuesday March 11, 2008. (AP Photo/Charles Krupa, File)

Mike Greenwell, longtime Red Sox outfielder who finished second in 1988 MVP voting, dies at 62

October 9, 2025

Mike Greenwell, an outfielder who played 12 seasons with the Boston Red Sox and finished second in the 1988 American League MVP voting, has died. He was 62. Greenwell’s wife, Tracy, says he died Thursday morning in Boston. Greenwell was a county commissioner in Lee County, Florida, and the county manager also announced his death. Known as “the Gator,” Greenwell played his entire career for Boston. He won the 1988 Silver Slugger Award and finishing second in that year’s MVP voting to Oakland Athletics outfielder Jose Canseco. After Canseco later acknowledged using steroids that season, Greenwell asked, “Where’s my MVP?”

Los Angeles Lakers' Lebron James stands on the court before an NBA basketball preseason game against the Golden State Warriors, Sunday, Oct. 5, 2025, in San Francisco. (AP Photo/Godofredo A. Vásquez)

LeBron James will miss opening night of his record 23rd NBA season due to sciatica

October 9, 2025

LeBron James will miss opening night of his record 23rd NBA season due to sciatica that will be re-evaluated in three to four weeks. The Los Angeles Lakers announced James’ condition on Thursday. The 40-year-old superstar will be sidelined at least until the end of October. Sciatica is pain originating in the nerves running from the buttocks and down the legs. James has the issue on his right side. James has yet to participate in a full practice since the Lakers opened training camp. An hour later, the Lakers announced James is likely to miss at least their first five or six games, and possibly several more.

Los Angeles Dodgers pitcher Tanner Scott throws to a San Francisco Giants batter during the ninth inning of a baseball game Saturday, Sept. 13, 2025, in San Francisco. (AP Photo/Godofredo A. Vásquez)

Dodgers reliever Tanner Scott removed from NLDS roster due to illness

October 9, 2025

Reliever Tanner Scott has been removed from the Los Angeles Dodgers’ roster for the remainder of the NL Division Series because of illness. Scott was replaced by fellow left-handed reliever Justin Wrobleski. Scott has not pitched in the playoffs and would be ineligible for the NL Championship Series if the Dodgers advance, but he could be restored for the World Series. Manager Dave Roberts said before Game 4 on Thursday that Scott had a minor procedure on his lower body the previous night.

FILE - Former Miami and NFL football player Michael Irvin enters the field before an NCAA college football game between Miami and Florida, Sept. 20, 2025, in Miami Gardens, Fla. (AP Photo/Marta Lavandier)

Why is Michael Irvin the most famous cheerleader in college football? Miami can’t get enough of him

October 9, 2025

Michael Irvin is bringing his legendary energy to the Miami Hurricanes’ sidelines. The 59-year-old Hall of Famer, known for his time with the Hurricanes and the Dallas Cowboys, has become a passionate cheerleader for his alma mater. Irvin says he’s committed to showing current players what dedication looks like. He believes alumni should demonstrate the commitment they expect from the team. Irvin’s enthusiasm is contagious, and he’s not alone. Plenty of other former Miami stars are also supporting the team. Irvin’s connection with Miami coach Mario Cristobal goes back decades, and he believes Cristobal can lead the Hurricanes to greatness.

Las Vegas Aces center A'ja Wilson (22) and guard Chelsea Gray (12) celebrate during the first half in Game 2 of the WNBA basketball finals against the Phoenix Mercury, Sunday, Oct. 5, 2025, in Las Vegas. (AP Photo/John Locher)

Dominance of the Las Vegas Aces threatens to make short work of WNBA’s expanded finals

October 9, 2025

The Las Vegas Aces are in position to make short work of the WNBA’s expanded playoff schedule. A’ja Wilson’s turnaround jumper with 0.3 seconds remaining lifted the Aces over the Phoenix Mercury for a thrilling 90-88 win on Wednesday night. It also gave Las Vegas a 3-0 lead in the first best-of-seven WNBA Finals in league history. The Aces would already be celebrating their third championship in four seasons in the previous best-of-five format. In 2025, there’s more work to do. Game 4 is on Friday night in Phoenix.

Jacksonville Jaguars quarterback Trevor Lawrence (16) gets past Kansas City Chiefs defensive tackle Chris Jones (95) as he runs the ball during the second half of an NFL football game, Monday, Oct. 6, 2025, in Jacksonville, Fla. (AP Photo/Phelan M. Ebenhack)

Chris Jones owns up to mistake in Chiefs’ loss to Jaguars: ‘It’s a teaching point for me,’ he says

October 9, 2025

Chris Jones has owned up to his mistake in the Chiefs’ loss to Jacksonville. The All-Pro defensive tackle thought Trevor Lawrence was down and stopped on the play when the quarterback scrambled to his feet and scored the winning touchdown with 23 seconds left, giving the Jaguars a 31-28 victory. Jones called it a teaching moment and emphasized the importance of playing until the whistle. Chiefs defensive coordinator Steve Spagnuolo noted the team got caught up in the moment. Jones has faced criticism but says he grades himself differently. Chiefs players, including Patrick Mahomes, have defended him this week.

FILE - Florida State defensive back Earl Little Jr. (0) right, holds the jersey of linebacker Ethan Pritchard (35), as he is joined by Duce Robinson (0), Darrell Jackson Jr. (6), and Luke Petitbon (51) before the start of an NCAA college football game against East Texas A&M, Sept. 6, 2025, in Tallahassee, Fla. (AP Photo/Colin Hackley, file)

FSU’s Ethan Pritchard is ‘alert, responsive and able to communicate’ as his recovery continues

October 9, 2025

Florida State freshman linebacker Ethan Pritchard is “alert, responsive and able to communicate” after being shot in the back of the head following the team’s season opener in late August. Pritchard was being released from Tallahassee Memorial Hospital and moved to Brooks Rehabilitation in Jacksonville for the next stage in his recovery. Four people were arrested in connection to the shooting. Authorities say Pritchard was “not doing anything wrong” when he was ambushed outside an apartment complex in a case of mistaken identity.

WNBA basketbal player Angel Reese sits at ringside during a super welterweight boxing match between Callum Walsh and Fernando Vargas Jr. in Las Vegas, Saturday, Sept. 13, 2025. (AP Photo/David Becker)

Angel Reese to make history as first professional athlete in Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show

October 9, 2025

Angel Reese is getting a pair of wings. The Chicago Sky star announced on Instagram that she will be walking in the upcoming Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show on Oct. 15. It will be the first time a professional athlete will walk the runway in the show. The retailer posted a video on Instagram of the announcement showing the WNBA player in a pink robe, black lingerie and white feather wings. The lingerie show began in 2001 and took place annually for nearly two decades. Victoria’s Secret canceled the show in 2019, but brought it back last year.

Common’s journey from Bulls ball boy to NBA theme song composer

October 9, 2025

Common has teamed up with collaborators to compose “Victory,” the official theme for NBA on Prime. The streaming platform made the announcement Thursday. The song will be part of Amazon’s first exclusive NBA season. Common, along with Karriem Riggins and James Poyser, created three versions of the score, including orchestral, hip-hop, and rock. The theme will debut on October 24 during Prime Video’s opening-night doubleheader. Common, a former Chicago Bulls ball boy, sees this as a dream fulfilled. The collaborators hope “Victory” resonates for generations and inspires more artists of color in sports scoring.

Toronto Blue Jays first baseman Vladimir Guerrero Jr. celebrates after the Blue Jays beat the New York Yankees in Game 4 of baseball's American League Division Series, Wednesday, Oct. 8, 2025, in New York. (AP Photo/Yuki Iwamura)

Guerrero and Blue Jays set up nicely for ALCS after putting away Yankees in Game 4

October 9, 2025

Forget the preseason prognostications. Vladimir Guerrero Jr. and the worst-to-first Toronto Blue Jays believe they’re as good as anybody. Hard to argue after the way they dispatched Aaron Judge and the powerful New York Yankees in their AL Division Series. And now, manager John Schneider’s pesky Blue Jays are set up pretty nicely for the next playoff round. Headed to its first American League Championship Series in nine years, AL East champion Toronto will host Detroit or Seattle in Game 1 on Sunday. Those teams are set to decide their Division Series on Friday in Game 5 at Seattle.

Washington State defensive tackle Bryson Lamb (99) pursues North Texas quarterback Drew Mestemaker (17), who runs with the ball, in the second quarter of an NCAA college football game, Saturday, Sept. 13, 2025, in Denton, Texas. (AP Photo/Richard W. Rodriguez)

North Texas hasn’t been undefeated this late in a season since before “Mean” Joe Greene

October 9, 2025

The last time North Texas was undefeated this deep into a season was 1959. The team then was still known as the Eagles, and it was nearly a decade before “Mean” Joe Greene would be the school’s only consensus All-American. The Mean Green are now 5-0 with a redshirt freshman quarterback who never started a varsity game in high school and a roster with 50 new transfers. They host 24th-ranked South Florida on Friday night. Drew Mestemaker has thrown for 1,247 yards and 11 touchdowns. He’s one of only three FBS quarterbacks with more than 1,000 yards and no interceptions.

New York Yankees' Aaron Judge reacts after striking out against the Toronto Blue Jays during the eighth inning of Game 4 of baseball's American League Division Series, Wednesday, Oct. 8, 2025, in New York. (AP Photo/Frank Franklin II)

Aaron Judge remains without World Series ring as Yankees’ title drought reaches 16 years

October 9, 2025

Aaron Judge’s brilliant season wasn’t enough to end the New York Yankees’ championship drought. The Yankees lost to Toronto in the AL Division Series, marking their 16th consecutive season without a World Series title. Judge hit .500 in seven playoff games but couldn’t carry the team to victory. Despite winning his first AL batting crown and being on a Hall of Fame track, Judge remains without postseason success. The Yankees’ bullpen and rotation faltered against Toronto, and the team faces potential roster changes. Gerrit Cole, recovering from Tommy John surgery, expects to return by May, but the Yankees need a bullpen rebuild.

Los Angeles Dodgers' Shohei Ohtani flies out during the first inning of Game 3 of baseball's National League Division Series against the Philadelphia Phillies, Wednesday, Oct. 8, 2025, in Los Angeles. (AP Photo/Mark J. Terrill)

Shohei Ohtani’s postseason struggles continue as Dodgers fall to Phillies in Game 3

October 8, 2025

Shohei Ohtani is struggling in the postseason, going 0 for 5 for the Los Angeles Dodgers in their 8-2 loss to the Philadelphia Phillies in Game 3 of the NL Division Series. The Dodgers lead the series 2-1 despite Ohtani’s lack of offense. He is 1-for-14 with seven strikeouts in the series. Phillies manager Rob Thomson acknowledges Ohtani’s potential to explode at any time. Ohtani, who hit 55 home runs in the regular season, hasn’t found his rhythm. On the mound, he pitched six strong innings in the Dodgers’ Game 1 victory.

Philadelphia Phillies' Kyle Schwarber follows his solo home run off Los Angeles Dodgers starting pitcher Yoshinobu Yamamoto during the fourth inning in Game 3 of baseball's National League Division Series Wednesday, Oct. 8, 2025, in Los Angeles. (AP Photo/Jae C. Hong)

Kyle Schwarber hits two homers to lift Phillies over Dodgers 8-2 and avoid sweep in NLDS

October 8, 2025

Kyle Schwarber homered twice, leading the Philadelphia Phillies to an 8-2 victory over the Los Angeles Dodgers in Game 3 of their NL Division Series. The Phillies avoided a sweep with the win on Wednesday night. Schwarber’s first homer cleared the right-field pavilion, the first allowed by the Dodgers in these playoffs. The Phillies add five more runs in the eighth inning, including a solo shot by J.T. Realmuto and a two-run drive by Schwarber. Clayton Kershaw struggled in his first postseason relief appearance since 2019. The Dodgers’ Shohei Ohtani and Freddie Freeman went hitless, while Mookie Betts tripled and singled in four at-bats.

Milwaukee Bucks forward Giannis Antetokounmpo, who is recovering from COVID-19, sits behind his team's bench as he watches the second half of a preseason NBA basketball game against the Miami Heat, Monday, Oct. 6, 2025, in Miami. (AP Photo/Rebecca Blackwell)

Antetokounmpo says he’s ‘locked in’ with Bucks while noting possibility he could change his mind

October 8, 2025

Giannis Antetokounmpo reaffirmed that he’s “locked in” with the Milwaukee Bucks while acknowledging the possibility that could eventually change depending on how things develop over the next several months. The two-time MVP said that “I’ve always wanted to be in Milwaukee, always wanted to represent the city, as long as we have the opportunity to win.” He added that “now if in six, seven months I change my mind, that’s human, too. ”

Las Vegas Aces center A'ja Wilson (22) reacts after scoring on Phoenix Mercury forward Satou Sabally during the first half of Game 3 of the WNBA basketball finals, Wednesday, Oct. 8, 2025, in Phoenix. (AP Photo/Rick Scuteri)

Wilson hits last-second jumper to lift Aces over Mercury 90-88 for a 3-0 lead in the WNBA Finals

October 8, 2025

A’ja Wilson made a turnaround jumper with 0.3 seconds left, capping a stellar 34-point night and lifting the Las Vegas Aces over the Phoenix Mercury 90-88 in Game 3 of the WNBA Finals on Wednesday for a 3-0 lead in the best-of-seven series. The Aces are one victory away from winning their third title in four seasons. Game 4 is on Friday in Phoenix. Las Vegas looked like it had a comfortable 76-59 lead entering the fourth quarter, but DeWanna Bonner made two free throws with 1:01 left to tie it at 88. That set up Wilson’s heroics in the final seconds.

Kansas City Chiefs running back Brashard Smith (24) runs the ball under pressure from Jacksonville Jaguars cornerback Tyson Campbell (3) during the first half of an NFL football game, Monday, Oct. 6, 2025, in Jacksonville, Fla. (AP Photo/Phelan M. Ebenhack)

Jaguars and Browns trade starting cornerbacks, AP source says

October 8, 2025

A person familiar with negotiations says Jacksonville and Cleveland have swapped starting cornerbacks, with Tyson Campbell going to the Browns and Greg Newsome heading to the Jaguars. The person spoke to The Associated Press on condition of anonymity because the deal had not been formally announced. ESPN and NFL Network first reported the swap. The teams also exchanged late-round draft picks in 2026, with Jacksonville getting a sixth-rounder from Cleveland and the Browns getting a seventh-rounder from the Jaguars.

Boston Bruins right wing David Pastrnak (88) celebrates his goal during the second period of an NHL hockey game against the Washington Capitals, Wednesday, Oct. 8, 2025, in Washington. (AP Photo/Nick Wass)

Pastrnak has a 3-point night in the Bruins’ 3-1 victory over Ovechkin and the Capitals

October 8, 2025

David Pastrnak had a goal and two assists and Jeremy Swayman made 34 saves to lift the Boston Bruins to a 3-1 win over Alex Ovechkin and the Washington Capitals. Pastrnak scored in the second period and Elias Lindholm added a goal with 12:19 remaining in the third — just 38 seconds after Tom Wilson had tied the game at 1 for Washington. Morgan Geekie scored into an empty net with 57.1 seconds remaining. The Bruins made Marco Sturm a winner in his first game as coach, killing off all five of Washington’s power plays.

Chicago Cubs players celebrate after Game 3 of baseball's National League Division Series against the Milwaukee Brewers Wednesday, Oct. 8, 2025, in Chicago. (AP Photo/Nam Huh)

Cubs use 4-run 1st inning to top the Brewers 4-3 and avoid NL Division Series sweep

October 8, 2025

Pete Crow-Armstrong hit a tiebreaking two-run single and the Chicago Cubs avoided a sweep by holding off the Milwaukee Brewers for a 4-3 victory in Game 3 of their NL Division Series. Crow-Armstrong’s two-out swing was part of a four-run first inning for Chicago — continuing a wild trend. Michael Busch kicked off the rally by becoming the first player in major league history with multiple leadoff homers in a single postseason series. The matchup of NL Central rivals is the first postseason series in which both teams scored in the first in each of the first three games. Jake Bauers rallied Milwaukee with an RBI single in the fourth and a leadoff drive in the seventh.

FILE - Leah Pruett and her husband Tony Stewart speak during a news conference, Thursday, Dec. 7, 2023, in Indianapolis. (AP Photo/Darron Cummings, File)

Tony Stewart jokes about sleeping on the couch if he wins drag race against wife Leah Pruett

October 8, 2025

Tony Stewart jokes that he made sure the new couch he and his wife bought was one he could sleep on comfortably if he wins a drag race against her. They will be competing against each other in NHRA races next season. That is when Leah Pruett gets back in her seat for Tony Stewart Racing. Her NASCAR Hall of Fame husband has filled that seat since she stepped aside ahead of the 2024 season to focus on starting a family and the birth of their son later that year. Stewart says his wife talked him into driving a Top Fuel dragster for Elite Motorsports.

Chicago Cubs' Michael Busch hirts a home run during the first inning of Game 3 of baseball's National League Division Series against the Milwaukee Brewers Wednesday, Oct. 8, 2025, in Chicago. (AP Photo/Nam Huh)

Michael Busch hits another leadoff homer for the Cubs in NL Division Series against the Brewers

October 8, 2025

Michael Busch sparked a fast start for the Chicago Cubs — again. Busch hit a leadoff homer in Chicago’s four-run first inning in Game 3 of the team’s NL Division Series against the Milwaukee Brewers. He became the first player in major league history with multiple leadoff homers in a single postseason series, according to the Elias Sports Bureau. The 27-year-old Busch drove a full-count cutter from Quinn Priester deep to right-center, tying it at 1. It was the first baseman’s team-high third homer of the postseason. Busch also hit a leadoff shot against Freddy Peralta in Chicago’s 9-3 loss in Game 1 on Saturday.

Chicago Bears cornerback Tyrique Stevenson (29) celebrates after stripping the ball away from Dallas Cowboys running back Javonte Williams in the first half of an NFL football game Sunday, Sept. 21, 2025, in Chicago. (AP Photo/Nam Y. Huh)

Bears’ Tyrique Stevenson set to return to Washington year after embarrassing loss

October 8, 2025

Tyrique Stevenson says he’s ready to return to the scene of one of the most embarrassing moments in NFL history Monday night when the Chicago Bears visit Washington. Last year, the Chicago cornerback had his back turned to the field, then rushed in and tipped Jayden Daniels’ 52-yard desperation pass to Noah Brown for a winning touchdown. Said Stevenson: “Just use it as motivation to come out and stay focused on all tasks and definitely, definitely learn to wait until the clock hits double-zeroes. Just use that as a learning curve to mature and be the cornerback that this team needs.”

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