Assault charge dropped against Raiders’ Davante Adams for shoving photographer
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — Prosecutors have dropped a misdemeanor assault charge filed last October against Las Vegas Raiders’ wide receiver Davante Adams after he shoved a photographer to the ground as he left the field following a loss at Kansas City.
Happ homers twice, Steele pitches Cubs over Cardinals 9-1 in MLB’s return to London
LONDON (AP) — Pushing back the outfield fences in London couldn’t keep Ian Happ in the ballpark.
Bradley leads the Travelers with a 54-hole scoring record, Fowler shoots a career-best 60
CROMWELL, Conn. (AP) — Keegan Bradley shot a 6-under 64 on Saturday to break the tournament 54-hole scoring record at 21 under in the Travelers Championship, while Rickie Fowler had the second 60 of the week at TPC River Highlands.
NFL owners plan to meet July 20 and potentially vote to approve the Commanders sale, AP source says
A person with knowledge of the situation tells The Associated Press that NFL owners are set to meet July 20 to consider and potentially vote to approve the sale of the Washington Commanders. Three-quarters of the league’s 32 owners are needed to finalize the deal between Dan Snyder and his family and a group led by Philadelphia 76ers and New Jersey Devils owner Josh Harris. Basketball Hall of Famer Magic Johnson is also among those involved in the incoming ownership group. The deal is for a North American professional sports record $6.05 billion.
United States picked to host 2025 Club World Cup, an expanded soccer tournament with 32 teams
GENEVA (AP) — The United States will host the Club World Cup in 2025, the first time the FIFA tournament will have 32 teams.
Tim Anderson returns to White Sox lineup at second base
Tim Anderson returned to the Chicago White Sox lineup at a new position, starting at second base on Friday night against Boston.
Wembanyama arrives in San Antonio, with fans waiting for hours to greet him
The chants from hundreds of fans, some of whom waited outside for hours in nearly 100-degree heat, started at the very moment Victor Wembanyama stepped out of the private plane that carried him to his new NBA home.
WNBA working with Brittney Griner and Mercury on travel options including charter flights
NEW YORK (AP) — The WNBA is working with Brittney Griner and the Phoenix Mercury on travel options including charter flights going forward.
Vegas Golden Knights and fans celebrate 1st NHL championship with parade and rally
LAS VEGAS (AP) — Thousands of Vegas Golden Knights fans lined the Las Vegas Strip on Saturday for a Stanley Cup victory parade and a rally in front of the team’s home arena to mark the city’s first NHL championship.
McCarthy hits the go-ahead homer
PHOENIX (AP) — Jake McCarthy knows his value to the Arizona Diamondbacks lies in a few areas, particularly his elite speed that can cause havoc when he gets on base.
In the dark: Wyndham Clark criticizes late start for US Open’s 3rd round
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Call him a traditionalist, but Wyndham Clark thinks professional golf is better in the daylight.
University of Colorado football coach Deion Sanders might have to have his left foot amputated
Deion Sanders might lose his left foot as a result of circulation issues that forced him to have two toes amputated in 2021.
Golden Knights coach Bruce Cassidy proud to bring Vegas its 2nd pro sports championship
LAS VEGAS (AP) — Vegas Golden Knights coach Bruce Cassidy played and coached in three established professional sports cities before arriving in Las Vegas.
NCAA committee recommends dropping marijuana from banned drug list for athletes
INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — An NCAA panel is calling for the removal of marijuana from the organization’s list of banned drugs, suggesting that testing should be limited to performance-enhancing substances.
Brittney Griner is honored in Washington despite missing Mercury’s game with a hip injury
WASHINGTON (AP) — Brittney Griner waved to fans who applauded her as she walked onto the court, embraced Elena Della Donne and signed an autograph before taking a seat on the bench. A video tribute and standing ovation followed at the first timeout.
A nun commends Dodgers’ handling of Pride Night controversy. Some archbishops call it blasphemy
Devout baseball fans might view their teams’ performance as heavenly or hellish, depending on the quality of play. Currently, it’s the Los Angeles Dodgers’ handling of their annual Pride Night — not the team’s record — that has provoked emotional reactions from religious people, including prominent faith leaders, Catholic nuns, and even the team’s All-Star ace.
Swiss cyclist Gino Mäder dies after falling down a ravine in the Tour de Suisse
GENEVA (AP) — Swiss cyclist Gino Mäder died Friday, one day after crashing and falling down a ravine during a descent at the Tour de Suisse.
Fowler takes US Open lead at 10 under, ties 36-hole record
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Follow along for live updates in the second round of the 123rd U.S. Open at Los Angeles Country Club.
Conor McGregor knocks out Heat mascot in bizarre promotion at NBA Finals
MIAMI (AP) — Former UFC champion Conor McGregor knocked out the Miami Heat mascot in a midgame bit that went wrong.
Vegas Golden Knights hold off Florida Panthers 3-2, move win from Stanley Cup title
SUNRISE, Fla. (AP) — The Vegas Golden Knights are on the verge of winning the first Stanley Cup title in franchise history after holding on to beat the Florida Panthers 3-2 in Game 4 of the final Saturday night.