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Nationals’ deadline plans clouded by losing skid, early success
The Nationals have watched their path to the playoffs grow more difficult as the trade deadline nears. Now, with the MLB deadline looming at 6 p.m. on Monday, Nationals President of Baseball Operations Paul Toboni must dictate Washington’s path forward.
Daylong rain and thunderstorms force postponement of DC Open men’s and women’s finals
On again, off again rain and lightning caused an unprecedented postponement of the men’s and women’s singles finals at the DC Open Sunday.
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Mauricio Pochettino stays as U.S. coach, agrees to 4-year contract extension through 2030 World Cup
Mauricio Pochettino is staying with the U.S. soccer team, agreeing Monday to a four-year contract to coach the Americans through the 2030 World Cup.
Roger Craig’s versatility helped fuel the 49ers dynasty and earned him entry into the Hall of Fame
The San Francisco 49ers' dynasty had launched even before Roger Craig arrived in 1983 as a fullback out of Nebraska.
Skubal joins Clemens and Martinez among a handful of reigning Cy Young winners to be traded
As the clock ticks down to Monday's trade deadline, the biggest deal so far came courtesy of the Detroit Tigers, who sent left-handed ace Tarik Skubal to the Los Angeles Dodgers.
Several big-name NFL players enter this season with something to prove
Breece Hall came to training camp with a new contract from the New York Jets and an intense desire to justify the big bucks.
Judge clarifies NCAA eligibility order, which could blunt its impact on new ‘5 for 5’ rule
The judge who granted the right to play another year of college sports to some athletes whose eligibility ran out last school year issued a new order Sunday that makes clear that does not include football players who signed pro contracts this summer then had a change of heart.
Skinner steps down as Manchester United women’s coach one month before start of WSL season
Manchester United women's team has one month to find a new coach before the Women's Super League season begins after Marc Skinner stepped down by mutual consent on Monday.
European soccer body UEFA warns FIFA of legal action over Infantino’s failed World Cup sell-off plan
European soccer body UEFA has threatened FIFA with legal action over Gianni Infantino's failed plan to sell a stake in future World Cup profits to private investors, and said any potential evidence should not be destroyed.
Former Australian radio host and national rugby coach Alan Jones on trial for sex charges
The trial of Alan Jones, a retired Sydney radio broadcaster and former Australian national rugby coach accused of sexual offenses against six men and boys over two decades, began on Monday.
Thorbjornsen wins 1st PGA Tour title by 2 shots at the 8th and final Rocket Classic
Michael Thorbjornsen made a 26-foot putt for birdie on his last hole to shoot 7-under 63 and reach 18 under to win his first PGA Tour title by two shots at the final Rocket Classic on Sunday.
Women’s Pro Baseball League has strong contingent of international players for inaugural season
Ayami Sato wants to learn and teach during the inaugural season of the Women's Pro Baseball League. She also wants to help establish the WPBL as a viable option for international players.
Kuwaki of Japan wins Women’s British Open on second playoff hole
Shiho Kuwaki of Japan saved par to stay alive in a sudden-death playoff Sunday and won with a par on the second extra hole to claim the Women's British Open over Esther Henseleit of Germany for her first major title.
The Tigers face a difficult challenge after trading ace Tarik Skubal to the Dodgers
The Detroit Tigers said their goodbyes to ace Tarik Skubal and now must turn their focus to an uncertain final two months of the season as they try to make a playoff push without their best player.
Alex Palou, Alexander Rossi provide rave reviews after 1st weekend of testing the new IndyCars
Alex Palou and Alexander Rossi were sold on the new IndyCar at first glance.
Rallies surround Fever-Lynx game after Sophie Cunningham’s stance on transgender athletes
A crowd of critics and supporters of Indiana guard Sophie Cunningham's stance on transgender participation in women's sports gathered around and inside Target Center on Sunday as the Fever faced the Lynx in Minnesota.
Shiho Kuwaki of Japan wins the Women’s British Open on second playoff hole
Shiho Kuwaki of Japan saved par to stay alive in a sudden-death playoff Sunday and won with a par on the second extra hole to claim the Women's British Open over Esther Henseleit of Germany for her first major title.
British prime minister says Infantino is not the right man to lead FIFA
British Prime Minister Andy Burnham said Sunday that FIFA President Gianni Infantino was not the right man to lead world soccer's governing body in the latest fallout from the now-abandoned plan to sell stakes in the World Cup to private investors.
