Wildcats Sweep Opening Weekend, 3-0

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Northwestern extended their record to 3-0 to kick off the 2019 season after defeating Virginia Tech (3-0) and Miami (3-1) Saturday evening at the Miami Best Western Sycamore Inn Invitational.

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Why the first Osaka-Gauff showdown did not disappoint

The much-anticipated US Open third-round match between Coco Gauff and Naomi Osaka set the scene for what could be a tremendous rivalry and friendship for years to come.

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Twins break MLB record with 268th HR of season

The Twins hit six home runs Saturday against the Tigers to reach 268 on the season, breaking the MLB record for home runs in a single season.

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Osaka dominant in win over Gauff at US Open

Naomi Osaka played some of her best tennis all year in a dominant victory over 15-year-old Coco Gauff to reach the US Open's fourth round.

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Pats release WR Thomas; door open for return

While the Patriots released Demaryius Thomas, however there is a strong expectation that he will find his way back on the roster.

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Bengals to carry injured WR Green on roster

The Bengals kept injured receiver A.J. Green on the active roster, hoping he can return from ankle surgery during the first half of the season.

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Sources: Rockets, Gordon reach $54.5M deal

Houston Rockets guard Eric Gordon has agreed to a three-year, $54.5 million contract extension that will take him through the 2022-23 season, league sources told ESPN

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Medvedev penalized, draws boos after tantrum

Daniil Medvedev was given a code violation after snatching a towel from a ballperson's hands, then threw his racket in the direction of the chair umpire in the first set of his US Open match against Feliciano Lopez on Friday night.

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Castillo, Dotel cleared of Dominican drug-ring ties

Former major leaguers Luis Castillo and Octavio Dotel have been cleared in an investigation of drug trafficking in the Dominican Republic, Attorney General Jean Alain Rodríguez announced Friday. Dotel still faces unrelated illegal weapons charges.

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Source: Seahawks waive Lynch in favor of Geno

The Seahawks waived quarterback Paxton Lynch on Friday, a source confirmed to ESPN, leaving the backup role behind starter Russell Wilson to Geno Smith -- as long as tests on Smith's knee don't reveal a serious injury.

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Rypien misdemeanor assault charge dropped

A misdemeanor assault charge against former Super Bowl MVP Mark Rypien has been dropped, according to KREM-TV in Spokane, Washington.

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Source: Seahawks waive Lynch in favor of Geno

The Seahawks waived quarterback Paxton Lynch on Friday, a source confirmed to ESPN, leaving the backup role behind starter Russell Wilson to Geno Smith -- as long as tests on Smith's knee don't reveal a serious injury.

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Pats fans cheer as Josh Gordon returns to action

Josh Gordon saw his first action back in a Patriots uniform Thursday night and received a rousing welcome from fans.

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Judge tosses suit filed by brother of late Bowlen

A lawsuit filed by John Bowlen, the brother of the late Pat Bowlen, was dismissed Thursday, clearing the way for the Broncos to exercise Pat Bowlen's plan of succession.

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Reds' Aquino belts 14th HR of August for record

Reds slugger Aristides Aquino set the National League rookie record for homers in a month with his 14th in August.

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How Dabo Swinney built Clemson into a monster

The Tigers have become college football's improbable superpower. Here's how a former Alabama walk-on made it happen.

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If anyone can take down the Big Three this US Open, it's Daniil Medvedev

No one has won more matches this year than the new leader of the Next Gen, who is up to No. 5 in the world rankings.

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Matthew Berry's top 200 fantasy football PPR rankings

If you're searching for detailed 2019 fantasy football rankings, we've got you covered. Check back throughout the summer for updates.

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Alonso 1st rookie to set team HR mark since '38

The Mets' Pete Alonso hit his 42nd home run Tuesday night against the Cubs, becoming the first rookie to set the franchise home run record for his team since Johnny Rizzo did it for the Pirates in 1938.

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Trojans QB Sears says he'll enter transfer portal

Jack Sears started one game for USC last season, completing 20 of 28 passes for 235 yards with a pair of touchdowns in a loss to Arizona State.

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Coaching debate heats up at US Open again in Tsitsipas upset

Tsitsipas' penalty for coaching and subsequent outburst at the chair umpire brought back painful memories of Serena Williams' altercation with Carlos Ramos.

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USWNT star Lloyd says she's mulling NFL offer

USWNT star Carli Lloyd told Fox Sports she is considering an offer to kick for an NFL team after her successful 55-yard field goal last week during an Eagles-Ravens practice.

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USWNT star Lloyd says she's mulling NFL offer

USWNT star Carli Lloyd told Fox Sports she is considering an offer to kick for an NFL team after her successful 55-yard field goal last week during an Eagles-Ravens practice.

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Sources: Patriots C Andrews' season in jeopardy

Patriots starting center David Andrews' season is in doubt because of blood clots in his lungs, sources confirmed to ESPN's Mike Reiss.

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Sources: Patriots C Andrews' season in jeopardy

Patriots starting center David Andrews' season is in doubt because of blood clots in his lungs, sources confirmed to ESPN's Mike Reiss.

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Saints DT Rankins (Achilles) returns to practice

Saints standout defensive tackle Sheldon Rankins came off the PUP list Monday and returned to practice for the first time since tearing his Achilles tendon in January.

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Liquid rally past Cloud9 for fourth-straight LCS title

Team Liquid rallied past Cloud9 in a five-game series on Sunday in Detroit to win an unprecedented fourth-straight League of Legends Championship Series title.

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Dolphins cut McDonald in wake of position switch

Miami released veteran safety T.J. McDonald in a surprise move given his role as one of the Dolphins' defensive leaders, who seemed to embrace a recent switch to a hybrid safety-linebacker role.

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For McIlroy, this FedEx Cup win was about righting some wrongs

Rory McIlroy was the bystander to Tiger's victory walk last year. He watched the weekend at The Open in his backyard. He lost to Brooks Koepka a few weeks ago. This win was about fixing some things.

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Andrew Luck joins the list of shocking early retirements

Andrew Luck's retirement was shocking, but not unique. Here are more pro athletes who walked away with good years (and good money) remaining.

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Follow Live: Playoff hopefuls clash in Nashville

The Steelers visit the Titans for a Week 3 preseason battle.

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Jensen: Svenskeren is carrying Nisqy 'a lot'

Cloud9 mid laner Yasin "Nisqy" Dinçer and his Team Liquid counterpart, Nicolaj "Jensen" Jensen, are locked in a war of words ahead of the LCS final.

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Texans RB Miller exits preseason game on cart

Texans running back Lamar Miller was carted off the field during Saturday's preseason game after appearing to injure his left knee.

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Golden rings: Vonn engaged to Devils' Subban

Olympic gold medalists Lindsey Vonn and P.K. Subban are trying the knot.

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Lions LB Davis carted off; set for MRI on foot

Lions starting middle linebacker Jarrad Davis was carted to the locker room with a right foot injury on the first drive of Friday's preseason game. He will undergo an MRI on Saturday, a source told ESPN.

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Golden rings: Vonn engaged to Devils' Subban

Olympic gold medalists Lindsey Vonn and P.K. Subban are trying the knot.

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Forget the format and just look at those names on the leaderboard

All the talk about the scoring should go quiet now. Nobody has any issues with an event in which the first three names are Koepka, McIlroy and Thomas.

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Koepka leads at East Lake after 3-under 67

Brooks Koepka shot a 3-under 67 to take a one-shot lead after the second round of the Tour Championship.

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From breakups to makeups: NBA reunions that defied expectations

These stars said, "We are never ever, ever getting back together," but it turns out time heals all wounds, as it did for Dwight Howard and the Lakers.

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Thursday, August 22, 2019

Raiders, Pack play on 80-yard field due to holes

The Raiders and Packers' preseason game Thursday night was played on an 80-yard field due to issues in the original end zones of IG Field in Winnipeg.

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Panthers' Newton exits with foot injury after sack

Panthers quarterback Cam Newton left Thursday night's exhibition game against New England in the first quarter with a foot injury.

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Raiders, Packers play on 80-yard field due to holes

The Raiders and Packers' preseason game Thursday night was played on an 80-yard field due to issues in the original end zones of IG Field in Winnipeg.

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Panthers' Newton exits with foot injury after sack

Panthers quarterback Cam Newton left Thursday night's exhibition game against New England in the first quarter with a foot injury.

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Sources: MLB to ban playing in Venezuela league

Major League Baseball is expected to prohibit players from playing in the Venezuela winter league this year to comply with President Trump's embargo against the country, sources told ESPN.

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Xander Schauffele made the staggered scoring meaningless in a hurry

If people were worried the FedEx Cup finale was over before it started, they can stop now. Xander Schauffele and the field are all bunched together.

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O's claim dubious record with 259th HR allowed

The Orioles surrendered their 259th home run of the season Thursday night at Camden Yards, breaking a tie with the 2016 Reds for most homers allowed by a team in a single season.

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Source: Lions extend DT Harrison through 2021

The Lions have agreed to a one-year extension through 2021 with Damon "Snacks" Harrison, a source told ESPN's Adam Schefter.

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O's allow 258th HR of season, tying MLB record

The Orioles surrendered their 258th home run of the season Wednesday night at Camden Yards, tying the 2016 Reds for most homers allowed by a team in a single campaign.

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Source: Chargers bring back veteran WR Inman

Veteran wide receiver Dontrelle Inman, who was granted his release by the Patriots last week, agreed to terms with the Chargers, with whom he played the first three-plus seasons of his career, a source told ESPN.

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Source: Brown files new grievance over helmet

Oakland Raiders wide receiver Antonio Brown has filed a new grievance against the NFL in an attempt to be able to wear the helmet he wants.

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Source: Brown files new grievance over helmet

Oakland Raiders wide receiver Antonio Brown has filed a new grievance against the NFL in an attempt to be able to wear the helmet he wants.

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Gordon 'just waiting on the call' from Chargers

Chargers running back Melvin Gordon, who is nearly five weeks into a holdout over his contract, told ESPN's Jeremy Fowler he is just "waiting on the call" so he can get back to playing football.

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Sunday, August 18, 2019

Thomas takes BMW, Tour Championship top seed

Justin Thomas wins the BMW Championship and claims the No. 1 seed going into the FedEx Cup finale.

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Some big names missing, but still big money ahead at Tour Championship

Tiger, Phil and Jordan will not be at the Tour Championship this week, but that doesn't change the bottom line: The winner still gets $15 million.

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Follow Live: Seahawks take on Vikings to cap Week 2 of preseason action

Minnesota and Seattle continue preparations for the regular season.

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Josh Gordon's return just what depleted Patriots needed

With injuries piling up at wide receiver, the playmaker's conditional reinstatement comes at the perfect time for Tom Brady and the offense.

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All the reasons this weekend at the FedEx Cup means so much

Tiger is still hoping for a spot at East Lake. Everybody is still chasing Brooks Koepka. And why next year's majors are on some players' minds this weekend.

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Follow live: Giants, Bears continue preseason action

Eli Manning put New York on the board during the opening drive with an 8-yard pass to Bennie Fowler.

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Josh Gordon's return just what depleted Patriots needed

With injuries piling up at wide receiver, the playmaker's conditional reinstatement comes at the perfect time for Tom Brady and the offense.

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Attorneys frustrated police in Ronaldo rape case

Attorneys frustrated police in Ronaldo rape case

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USSF, USWNT reach mediation impasse over pay

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Sale eclipses Pedro as fastest ever to 2,000 K's

Red Sox lefty Chris Sale reached 2,000 career strikeouts faster than any pitcher in history, breaking Hall of Famer Pedro Martinez's mark by getting to 2,000 in 1,626 innings. Martinez did it in 1,711 1/3 innings.

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Colts GM: Luck now has high-ankle issue

Indianapolis Colts general manager Chris Ballard said quarterback Andrew Luck's calf strain has become an ankle issue.

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Colts GM: Luck now has high-ankle issue

Indianapolis Colts general manager Chris Ballard said quarterback Andrew Luck's calf strain has become an ankle issue.

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Serena withdraws from Cincy, again due to back

Serena Williams has withdrawn from the Western & Southern Open, citing the same lingering back injury that forced her to retire from Sunday's Rogers Cup final in Toronto.

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Monday, August 12, 2019

Torres hits historic 13th homer vs. O's this year

Gleyber Torres' 13 homers vs. the Orioles this season is one shy of the all time record.

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Louisiana Gov. working on extending Saints lease

Louisiana Gov. John Bel Edwards says the state is working on lease extensions with the New Orleans Saints designed to keep the NFL club in the Superdome for up to 30 additional years.

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U.S. planning bid to host 2027 Women's World Cup

The United States is making plans to bid for the hosting rights to the 2027 Women's World Cup, U.S. Soccer Federation chief Carlos Cordeiro said.

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Cormier: After Miocic, it's Jones or retirement

UFC heavyweight champion Daniel Cormier says there's only one fight he's interested in after Saturday's UFC 241 main event bout with Stipe Miocic.

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Despite loss, Andy Murray makes great strides in singles return

His game might be a bit rusty, but Andy Murray's on-court demeanor was in vintage form in a first-round loss at the Cincinnati Open.

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NU Alum Scott Harrington Earns PGA Tour Card

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The achievement comes one year after Harrington's leave of absence to help his wife's battle with cancer.

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With Indians pulling out all the stops, AL Central race will be epic

With key plays and a slam in extras, the Tribe took a series with the Twins to tie things up heading for the stretch run.

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Biles caps 6th U.S. title with historic triple-double

Simone Biles, who never fails to rise to the occasion, won her sixth all-around title at the U.S. Gymnastics Championships on Sunday, plus did a historic clean triple double in floor exercise.

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Bagley withdraws from Team USA consideration

Kings forward Marvin Bagley III has pulled out of the competition for a Team USA roster spot ahead of the FIBA World Cup.

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Patrick Reed is making things interesting for Tiger and the Presidents Cup

Patrick Reed didn't just end a long drought by winning the Northern Trust. He put himself back in the conversation for the Presidents Cup and a U.S. team captained by Tiger Woods.

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Kevin Harvick wins NASCAR Cup race at Michigan

Kevin Harvick won a NASCAR Cup race at Michigan International Speedway for the second straight year, giving him two victories this year and 47 in his career

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Saturday, August 10, 2019

49ers WR Taylor out after broken toe surgery

Trent Taylor, who was projected to be the 49ers' slot receiver after being a standout at training camp, suffered a fractured pinkie toe and had surgery Friday, the team announced Saturday night.

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Vet WR Matthews released after leaving Saints

Rishard Matthews, who joined the Saints in June after a minicamp tryout, was released on Saturday after leaving the team.

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Reds' Aquino hits 3 HRs, has 7 in 1st 10 games

Reds rookie Aristides Aquino homered three more times Saturday to give him seven in his first 10 games, tying Trevor Story's major league record for most home runs in a player's first 10 games.

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