DiJonai Carrington of the Chicago Sky says she never claimed that the assessment of a Flagrant 2 foul on her on Saturday in a game against Indiana was the result of white privilege. Carrington came from behind and hit the Fever’s Sophie Cunningham in the head and neck on a fast-break layup, knocking
By Rory Carroll Aug 10 (Reuters) – The Professional Tennis Players Association said on Monday that a string of withdrawals from the Canadian Open underscored concerns that professional tennis’s lengthy calendar and expanded top-level events are increasing injury risks. The players’ advocacy group sa
The Arizona Diamondbacks are designating veteran right-handed reliever Paul Sewald for assignment after his recent funk, multiple outlets reported Monday afternoon. Sewald has 24 saves but was recently demoted from the closer’s role after failing to convert an opportunity against the Pittsburgh Pira
Patriots 2024 third-round pick Caedan Wallace was headed for waivers on Monday before New England was able to swing a trade with the Dolphins. In exchange for Wallace and a 2029 seventh-round pick, the Patriots are set to receive a 2028 sixth-round selection, according to announcements by both teams
SNATA CLARA, Calif. (AP) — San Francisco 49ers star running back Christian McCaffrey was held out of practice on Monday with what the team described as general tightness. The 30-year-old McCaffrey had participated in every practice so far this summer for the 49ers as the team altered its schedule fo
NEW YORK (AP) — The Big East named Tim Brosnan as the sixth commissioner in conference history on Monday. Brosnan succeeds Val Ackerman, who announced her retirement in April after serving as commissioner for 13 years. Brosnan brings years of experience in media, sports and business. His tenure begi
The New York Mets placed right-hander Devin Williams on the 15-day injured list Monday with a right shoulder strain and recalled right-hander Jonathan Pintaro from Triple-A Syracuse. Williams, 31, is 3-2 with 16 saves and a 4.66 ERA in 42 relief appearances this season, his first with the Mets. His
Aug 10 (Reuters) – Jakob Ingebrigtsen pulled off a comeback for the ages to retain the 5,000 metres title at the European Athletics Championships on Monday, winning his first race in nearly a year in 13 minutes and 15.29 seconds. He got past German Florian Bremm (13:15.60) in a thrilling sprint fini
BOSTON (AP) — One of Patriots quarterback Drake Maye’s favorite offensive targets isn’t going anywhere anytime soon. Tight end Hunter Henry confirmed Monday that he signed a two-year extension to remain in New England through the 2027 season. ESPN and the NFL Network reported that the extended pact
The Toronto Blue Jays returned both rookie infielder Charles McAdoo and veteran right-hander Simeon Woods Richardson to the major league roster amid a series of moves Monday. To make room on the active roster, right-hander Lazaro Estrada and utility man Davis Schneider were optioned to Triple-A Buff
Unless there is a weather postponement, the 2026 World Series is scheduled to end before November. Major League Baseball announced its postseason dates on Monday and Game 7 of the World Series, if necessary, is scheduled for Halloween Night, Saturday, Oct. 31. The World Series will begin Oct. 23 at
SMU quarterback Kevin Jennings will be limited for the next few weeks after severely jamming a finger on his throwing hand, head coach Rhett Lashlee told reporters on Monday. The injury, which was caused by a door as Jennings was entering a room and someone else was leaving early in fall camp, isn’t
The Los Angeles Chargers signed outside linebacker Andre Carter on Monday while waiving wide receiver Mante’ Morrow to create a roster spot. An undrafted free agent out of Army, Carter, 26, played 12 games as a rookie for the Minnesota Vikings in 2023, recording two tackles. He played three games fo
(SRN NEWS) – The Women’s Tennis Association recently banned men and Aryna Sabalenka thinks it’s a good idea. The number one ranked female player in the world, along with number three ranked Jessica Pegula, are cheering the WTA for taking action. Sabalenka says “It’s obvious that biologically, the me
The San Francisco 49ers signed offensive lineman Doug Kramer Jr. to a one-year deal on Monday and released offensive lineman Nick Zakelj to clear a spot on the roster. Kramer, 28, has played all 18 of his career games (no starts) with the Chicago Bears, including 16 in 2024. He was drafted by the Be
Former two-time All-Star shortstop Tim Anderson announced his retirement on Monday after 10 major league seasons, including eight with the Chicago White Sox. The American League batting champion in 2019 when he hit .335, Anderson also earned a Silver Slugger honor in 2020. He was named an AL All-Sta
Bay FC acquired defender Jenna Nighswonger from English side Arsenal for an undisclosed transfer fee Monday. Nighswonger was an NWSL champion and Rookie of the Year with Gotham FC in 2023 and won Olympic gold with the U.S. women’s national team in Paris in 2024. “Jenna is another great addition to o
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (AP) — Kansas City Chiefs offensive coordinator Eric Bieniemy returned to the team Monday for his first training camp practice since his wife was shot at their Virginia home and the couple’s 27-year-old son was arrested in the shooting. Bieniemy was greeted by a handful of fans as he
METAIRIE, La. (AP) — Veteran NFL linebacker Deion Jones grinned while pondering the mixed reaction he’s received from friends and loved ones since signing with the New Orleans Saints. Few can appreciate the intensity of the longstanding Saints-Falcons rivalry better than Jones, who grew up in New Or
The honors keep coming for recently enshrined Pro Football Hall of Fame wide receiver Larry Fitzgerald. The Arizona Cardinals announced Monday they will retire his No. 11 jersey and induct him into the team’s Ring of Honor on Oct. 25. The ceremony will take place at halftime of the game against the
Anthony Richardson might be in his final days with the Indianapolis Colts based on a reading of the tea leaves during training camp, where the one-time fourth overall pick is running as the third-string quarterback behind Riley Leonard and Daniel Jones. Richardson was the No. 4 pick in the 2023 draf
INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — Indianapolis Colts quarterback Anthony Richardson finds himself in the same position he wanted to shed earlier this year. He’s still on the roster, still battling Riley Leonard for the backup job to Daniel Jones. No, this is not what Richardson or the Colts envisioned as the form
The full-blown tank is no longer trending in Major League Baseball. After a handful of infamous team performances in recent seasons — like the Colorado Rockies losing 119 games last season and the Chicago White Sox dropping an MLB-record 121 games in 2024 — the worst teams have been much more compet
The Atlanta Falcons are signing veteran defensive end Cameron Sample, CBS Sports reported on Monday. A fourth-round draft pick by Cincinnati in 2021, Sample has seven sacks and 26 quarterback hits in 61 career games. The move comes with Atlanta anticipating a lengthy suspension for edge rusher James
The Washington Commanders hope star left tackle Laremy Tunsil will be able to return this season after he undergoes surgery to repair a torn triceps. Coach Dan Quinn said Monday that the team will have a clear indication of Tunsil’s recovery timeline once the surgery is completed. “It’s always tough
Kansas City Chiefs offensive coordinator Eric Bieniemy returned to practice on Monday, two weeks after he left the team in the aftermath of his wife, Mia, being shot in the family’s home in Virginia. “It’s great to be back,” Bieniemy said to the fans in attendance as he walked onto the field. Chiefs
Chicago Bears wide receiver Luther Burden III is expected to miss the preseason with a groin injury, ESPN reported on Monday. Burden sustained the injury during Saturday’s practice at training camp when he landed awkwardly after making a contested catch. He got tangled up with cornerback Tyrique Ste
Detroit Lions running back Isiah Pacheco is dealing with a sprained MCL but is expected to be ready for Week 1, head coach Dan Campbell confirmed Monday. Pacheco, 27, missed his third consecutive practice session on Sunday. It was not immediately clear when he sustained the injury, or to which knee.
The New England Patriots announced a contract extension with veteran tight end Hunter Henry on Monday. Terms were not disclosed. ESPN reported it was a two-year, $16 million deal worth up to $20 million with incentives and includes a $4.2 million signing bonus and $14.5 million in guaranteed money.
Former No. 1 overall draft pick Ben Simmons is practicing with “zero restrictions” and eyeing an NBA comeback, ESPN Andscape reported late Sunday. Simmons, who turned 30 last month, reportedly is participating in a player-led private minicamp with the Australian men’s basketball team in Melbourne. T
