Rangers put 2B Odor on 10-day IL with sprained right knee
Texas Rangers second baseman Rougned Odor has been put on the 10-day injured list with a sprained right knee.
Texas Rangers second baseman Rougned Odor has been put on the 10-day injured list with a sprained right knee.
Khris Davis hits MLB-best 10th homer, A's rally past Texas
ARLINGTON, Texas (AP) - Oakland slugger Khris Davis keeps going deep in Texas, and just about everywhere else he plays. "A big shocking event. Khris hit a go-ahead home run here," Athletics manager Bob Melvin said. Davis' major league-best 10th homer, his fifth in three games, was a tiebreaking solo shot in the eighth inning for the A's, who rallied from a five-run deficit to...
ARLINGTON, Texas (AP) - Oakland slugger Khris Davis keeps going deep in Texas, and just about everywhere else he plays. "A big shocking event. Khris hit a go-ahead home run here," Athletics manager Bob Melvin said. Davis' major league-best 10th homer, his fifth in three games, was a tiebreaking solo shot in the eighth inning for the A's, who rallied from a five-run deficit to...
Tiger makes a Masters logjam look even larger
AUGUSTA, Ga. (AP) - Tiger Woods ran into the long leg of the law and escaped with a most unlikely birdie. He just couldn't take the next step - one more birdie on a back nine filled with so many chances - to join the largest 36-hole logjam in Masters history.
AUGUSTA, Ga. (AP) - Tiger Woods ran into the long leg of the law and escaped with a most unlikely birdie. He just couldn't take the next step - one more birdie on a back nine filled with so many chances - to join the largest 36-hole logjam in Masters history.
Stars take 1-0 lead into game 2 against the Predators
Dallas Stars (43-32-7, fourth in the Central Division during the regular season) vs. Nashville Predators (47-29-6, first in the Central Division during the regular season) Nashville, Tennessee; Saturday, 6 p.m. EDT WESTERN CONFERENCE FIRST ROUND: Dallas leads series 1-0 BOTTOM LINE: The Dallas Stars visit the Nashville Predators in the Western Conference first round with a 1-0 lead in the series.
Dallas Stars (43-32-7, fourth in the Central Division during the regular season) vs. Nashville Predators (47-29-6, first in the Central Division during the regular season) Nashville, Tennessee; Saturday, 6 p.m. EDT WESTERN CONFERENCE FIRST ROUND: Dallas leads series 1-0 BOTTOM LINE: The Dallas Stars visit the Nashville Predators in the Western Conference first round with a 1-0 lead in the series.
Forrest Gregg, former SMU lineman and coach, Packers player dies at 85
COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (AP) - Forrest Gregg, the great Hall of Fame lineman for the mighty Green Bay Packers of the 1960s that Vince Lombardi called the "finest player I ever coached," died Friday at age 85. Barbara Gregg said her husband of 59 years died in Colorado Springs from complications of Parkinson's disease. "I lost my sweetheart this morning," she said....
COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (AP) - Forrest Gregg, the great Hall of Fame lineman for the mighty Green Bay Packers of the 1960s that Vince Lombardi called the "finest player I ever coached," died Friday at age 85. Barbara Gregg said her husband of 59 years died in Colorado Springs from complications of Parkinson's disease. "I lost my sweetheart this morning," she said....
Euro swap for Mavs: Porzingis joins Doncic as Dirk moves on
DALLAS (AP) - Luka Doncic and Kristaps Porzingis are the Euro stars of the future for the Dallas Mavericks now that Dirk Nowitzki has retired after a record 21 seasons with the same franchise. The rookie sensation from Slovenia and the 7-foot-3 Latvian didn't get to play together in the two months after Dallas acquired Porzingis in a blockbuster trade with the New York Knicks.
DALLAS (AP) - Luka Doncic and Kristaps Porzingis are the Euro stars of the future for the Dallas Mavericks now that Dirk Nowitzki has retired after a record 21 seasons with the same franchise. The rookie sensation from Slovenia and the 7-foot-3 Latvian didn't get to play together in the two months after Dallas acquired Porzingis in a blockbuster trade with the New York Knicks.
DeChambeau, Koepka share lead at the Masters
AUGUSTA, Ga. (AP) - Bryson DeChambeau believes science was at work late in the afternoon at Augusta National, creating a force in the atmosphere where big roars from great shots filter through the back nine. An easier description: Another exciting finish at the Masters, this time on a Thursday.
AUGUSTA, Ga. (AP) - Bryson DeChambeau believes science was at work late in the afternoon at Augusta National, creating a force in the atmosphere where big roars from great shots filter through the back nine. An easier description: Another exciting finish at the Masters, this time on a Thursday.
Cowboys' Lawrence signs $105 million deal; Prescott next?
FRISCO, Texas (AP) - DeMarcus Lawrence may not be the highest-paid Dallas Cowboys player in history for long. Doesn't mean the club's best defensive end can't enjoy the distinction while it lasts.
FRISCO, Texas (AP) - DeMarcus Lawrence may not be the highest-paid Dallas Cowboys player in history for long. Doesn't mean the club's best defensive end can't enjoy the distinction while it lasts.
Spurs beat Mavs 105-94 in Nowitzki's final game
SAN ANTONIO (AP) - Dirk Nowitzki said goodbye to the NBA the same way he came into the league, smoothly draining a jumper over a defender to punctuate a passionate performance. It was only fitting that Nowitzki's final shot came against the San Antonio Spurs, a team he terrorized in the regular season and postseason. This time, however, the tears it stirred were tears of joy.
SAN ANTONIO (AP) - Dirk Nowitzki said goodbye to the NBA the same way he came into the league, smoothly draining a jumper over a defender to punctuate a passionate performance. It was only fitting that Nowitzki's final shot came against the San Antonio Spurs, a team he terrorized in the regular season and postseason. This time, however, the tears it stirred were tears of joy.
Spieth hopeful Masters memories can help him end slump
AUGUSTA, Ga. (AP) - Tiger Woods is a winner again, making him even more appealing at the Masters. "I've worked my way back into one of the players that can win events," he said.
AUGUSTA, Ga. (AP) - Tiger Woods is a winner again, making him even more appealing at the Masters. "I've worked my way back into one of the players that can win events," he said.
Lynn, late offense help Rangers end losing skid
PHOENIX (AP) - The Texas Rangers were only down a run despite being no-hit, so Lance Lynn knew he had to keep them in the game. Lynn did his job well, and the Rangers' offense woke up in the later innings. Lynn struck out nine over six solid innings, Hunter Pence homered into Chase Field's swimming pool and the Rangers rallied after being no-hit for five innings to beat the Arizona...
PHOENIX (AP) - The Texas Rangers were only down a run despite being no-hit, so Lance Lynn knew he had to keep them in the game. Lynn did his job well, and the Rangers' offense woke up in the later innings. Lynn struck out nine over six solid innings, Hunter Pence homered into Chase Field's swimming pool and the Rangers rallied after being no-hit for five innings to beat the Arizona...
Heiskanen scores 2, Stars beat Predators for 1-0 series lead
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) - Miro Heiskanen turned in a postseason debut to remember with the Dallas rookie defenseman writing himself into the NHL's record book. Heiskanen scored two goals, helping the Stars beat the Nashville Predators 3-2 on Wednesday night in Game 1 of their first-round Western Conference series.
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) - Miro Heiskanen turned in a postseason debut to remember with the Dallas rookie defenseman writing himself into the NHL's record book. Heiskanen scored two goals, helping the Stars beat the Nashville Predators 3-2 on Wednesday night in Game 1 of their first-round Western Conference series.
Fan shares story of Dirk Nowitzki spending time with 101 year old fan after Mavericks game
Dirk Nowitzki’s final home game for the Mavericks was Tuesday night, and there were several tributes and ceremonies held to honor Dirk’s contribution both on and off the basketball court.
Dirk Nowitzki’s final home game for the Mavericks was Tuesday night, and there were several tributes and ceremonies held to honor Dirk’s contribution both on and off the basketball court.
Stars, Predators ready to build a rivalry in playoffs
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) - The NHL could not have planned this any better. The Nashville Predators and Dallas Stars are due to meet in the next Winter Classic but first the two Central Division foes have a chance to build up their rivalry starting Wednesday night in the first postseason series between them. "It's probably really good promotion for NBC for next year to get this rivalry...
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) - The NHL could not have planned this any better. The Nashville Predators and Dallas Stars are due to meet in the next Winter Classic but first the two Central Division foes have a chance to build up their rivalry starting Wednesday night in the first postseason series between them. "It's probably really good promotion for NBC for next year to get this rivalry...
It's official: Dirk Nowitzki retiring after 21 seasons with the Mavericks
Twenty-one seasons and a nagging ankle injury convinced Dallas Mavericks star Dirk Nowitzki to call it quits.
Twenty-one seasons and a nagging ankle injury convinced Dallas Mavericks star Dirk Nowitzki to call it quits.
Magic Johnson steps down as Lakers president
Magic Johnson announced Tuesday evening he is stepping down as the Lakers president of basketball operations.
Magic Johnson announced Tuesday evening he is stepping down as the Lakers president of basketball operations.
Video of Dirk Nowitzki privately visiting children in the hospital brings him to tears
The Dallas Mavericks paid tribute to Dirk Nowitzki during his final home game with several video tributes. One brought him to tears.
The Dallas Mavericks paid tribute to Dirk Nowitzki during his final home game with several video tributes. One brought him to tears.
Stars kick off playoff series against the Predators
Dallas Stars (43-32-7, fourth in the Central Division during the regular season) vs. Nashville Predators (47-29-6, first in the Central Division during the regular season) Nashville, Tennessee; Wednesday, 9:30 p.m. EDT WESTERN CONFERENCE FIRST ROUND: Nashville hosts series opener BOTTOM LINE: The Nashville Predators host the Dallas Stars to open the Western Conference first round.
Dallas Stars (43-32-7, fourth in the Central Division during the regular season) vs. Nashville Predators (47-29-6, first in the Central Division during the regular season) Nashville, Tennessee; Wednesday, 9:30 p.m. EDT WESTERN CONFERENCE FIRST ROUND: Nashville hosts series opener BOTTOM LINE: The Nashville Predators host the Dallas Stars to open the Western Conference first round.
Dyson's pinch-hit HR in 9th rallies D-backs past Rangers 5-4
PHOENIX (AP) - Jarrod Dyson hit two home runs during a 2018 season shortened by a groin injury. The speedy outfielder already has two in 11 games this year, and his latest one was a game-winner. Dyson connected for a pinch-hit, two-run shot with one out in the bottom of the ninth inning to give the Arizona Diamondbacks a 5-4 victory over the Texas Rangers on Tuesday night.
PHOENIX (AP) - Jarrod Dyson hit two home runs during a 2018 season shortened by a groin injury. The speedy outfielder already has two in 11 games this year, and his latest one was a game-winner. Dyson connected for a pinch-hit, two-run shot with one out in the bottom of the ninth inning to give the Arizona Diamondbacks a 5-4 victory over the Texas Rangers on Tuesday night.
Dirk Nowitzki announces retirement after 21 seasons with Dallas Mavs
Dirk Nowitzki officially announced his retirement Tuesday night during his final home game with the Dallas Mavericks.
Dirk Nowitzki officially announced his retirement Tuesday night during his final home game with the Dallas Mavericks.