David Ortiz back in Boston after shooting in Dominican bar
SANTO DOMINGO, Dominican Republic (AP) - David Ortiz was back in Boston for medical care after authorities said the former Red Sox slugger affectionately known as Big Papi was ambushed by a gunman at a bar in his native Dominican Republic. A plane carrying the 43-year-old retired athlete landed Monday night after a flight from the Dominican, the team said.
SANTO DOMINGO, Dominican Republic (AP) - David Ortiz was back in Boston for medical care after authorities said the former Red Sox slugger affectionately known as Big Papi was ambushed by a gunman at a bar in his native Dominican Republic. A plane carrying the 43-year-old retired athlete landed Monday night after a flight from the Dominican, the team said.
Warriors hang on to stay alive, win Game 5 of NBA Finals
TORONTO (AP) - The Golden State Warriors aren't letting go of the NBA title just yet. With Stephen Curry and Klay Thompson shooting and Draymond Green swatting, the champions found a way to win even after a gut-wrenching loss. Curry scored 31 points, Thompson added 26 and they led a season-saving surge long after Kevin Durant was injured again to give the Warriors a 106-105 victory over the...
TORONTO (AP) - The Golden State Warriors aren't letting go of the NBA title just yet. With Stephen Curry and Klay Thompson shooting and Draymond Green swatting, the champions found a way to win even after a gut-wrenching loss. Curry scored 31 points, Thompson added 26 and they led a season-saving surge long after Kevin Durant was injured again to give the Warriors a 106-105 victory over the...
Rangers top Red Sox 4-3 in extra innings
BOSTON (AP) - Boston Red Sox manager Alex Cora started to feel it, with his ballclub loading the bases in the 10th inning after rallying to tie it in the ninth. "This is kind of what David used to do," Cora said on a night when the game seemed secondary to his concern over former teammate David Ortiz. "It's one of those days you don't want to be a part of, honestly. But...
BOSTON (AP) - Boston Red Sox manager Alex Cora started to feel it, with his ballclub loading the bases in the 10th inning after rallying to tie it in the ninth. "This is kind of what David used to do," Cora said on a night when the game seemed secondary to his concern over former teammate David Ortiz. "It's one of those days you don't want to be a part of, honestly. But...
US, Thailand are final teams to kick off 2019 FIFA Women's World Cup
REIMS, France (AP) - Thailand can dream. It just might not do any good against the U.S. national team. Thailand kicks off the Women's World Cup on Tuesday with a daunting challenge against the defending champion United States. The top-ranked Americans are seeking their fourth overall World Cup title, and Thailand coach Nuengruethai Sathongwien said the team is not backing down.
REIMS, France (AP) - Thailand can dream. It just might not do any good against the U.S. national team. Thailand kicks off the Women's World Cup on Tuesday with a daunting challenge against the defending champion United States. The top-ranked Americans are seeking their fourth overall World Cup title, and Thailand coach Nuengruethai Sathongwien said the team is not backing down.
29th horse dies at Santa Anita Park, second fatality in two days
A second horse has died this weekend at the Santa Anita Park.
A second horse has died this weekend at the Santa Anita Park.
5 reasons to tune into the 2019 Women's World Cup
Here are five reasons you should tune in to watch the 2019 FIFA Women's World Cup in France.
Here are five reasons you should tune in to watch the 2019 FIFA Women's World Cup in France.
David Ortiz shot in ambush at Dominican Republic bar
SANTO DOMINGO, Dominican Republic (AP) - Former Boston Red Sox slugger David Ortiz was ambushed by a man who got off a motorcycle and shot him in the back at close range Sunday night in his native Dominican Republic, authorities said.
SANTO DOMINGO, Dominican Republic (AP) - Former Boston Red Sox slugger David Ortiz was ambushed by a man who got off a motorcycle and shot him in the back at close range Sunday night in his native Dominican Republic, authorities said.
Bruins force Stanley Cup Game 7 with 5-1 win over Blues
ST. LOUIS (AP) - Facing elimination in a quite hostile environment, Brad Marchand and Tuukka Rask stepped up for the Boston Bruins once again. The Stanley Cup Final is heading to Game 7 because two of Boston's biggest stars love the biggest moments. Rask made 28 saves, Marchand had a goal and an assist, and the Bruins beat the St. Louis Blues 5-1 on Sunday night to even the bruising,...
ST. LOUIS (AP) - Facing elimination in a quite hostile environment, Brad Marchand and Tuukka Rask stepped up for the Boston Bruins once again. The Stanley Cup Final is heading to Game 7 because two of Boston's biggest stars love the biggest moments. Rask made 28 saves, Marchand had a goal and an assist, and the Bruins beat the St. Louis Blues 5-1 on Sunday night to even the bruising,...
Texas Tech going to 4th CWS after 8-6 win over Oklahoma St
LUBBOCK, Texas (AP) - Josh Jung had hit his second homer of the game to start the eighth inning for Texas Tech when Kurt Wilson was getting ready to hit with two runners on base and the Red Raiders still trailing. Wilson then delivered big, with a three-run homer for the Red Raiders in an 8-6 victory over Oklahoma State in an NCAA Super Regional finale Sunday. They are going to the College...
LUBBOCK, Texas (AP) - Josh Jung had hit his second homer of the game to start the eighth inning for Texas Tech when Kurt Wilson was getting ready to hit with two runners on base and the Red Raiders still trailing. Wilson then delivered big, with a three-run homer for the Red Raiders in an 8-6 victory over Oklahoma State in an NCAA Super Regional finale Sunday. They are going to the College...
Davis homers for 1st time in month, A's beat Rangers 9-8
ARLINGTON, Texas (AP) - Khris Davis benefited from comfortable hitting surroundings despite playing halfway across the country from his home ballpark.
ARLINGTON, Texas (AP) - Khris Davis benefited from comfortable hitting surroundings despite playing halfway across the country from his home ballpark.
Rookie CG for Rangers wraps up doubleheader sweep over A's
Adrian Sampson provided quite a nightcap for the Texas Rangers after they retired the No. 29 jersey of former third baseman Adrián Beltré between games of a rare doubleheader.
Adrian Sampson provided quite a nightcap for the Texas Rangers after they retired the No. 29 jersey of former third baseman Adrián Beltré between games of a rare doubleheader.
Texas Rangers retire Adrian Beltre's number 29
The Texas Rangers have retired jersey number 29 in honor of former third baseman Adrian Beltre.
The Texas Rangers have retired jersey number 29 in honor of former third baseman Adrian Beltre.
Atuahene scores in debut, FC Dallas ties Earthquakes 2-2
SAN JOSE, Calif. (AP) - Francis Atuahene scored less than a minute after entering as a substitute in his MLS debut and FC Dallas held on for a 2-2 draw against the San Jose Earthquakes on Saturday.
SAN JOSE, Calif. (AP) - Francis Atuahene scored less than a minute after entering as a substitute in his MLS debut and FC Dallas held on for a 2-2 draw against the San Jose Earthquakes on Saturday.
Leonard, Raptors move within victory of first championship
OAKLAND, Calif. (AP) - Kawhi Leonard's hot hand is sending the Raptors home to Toronto on the cusp of a startling upset for Canada. Leonard outdueled the Splash Brothers for 36 points and 12 rebounds, and the Raptors moved within one victory of the franchise's first championship by winning a second straight game on Golden State's home floor, beating the Warriors 105-92 on Friday...
OAKLAND, Calif. (AP) - Kawhi Leonard's hot hand is sending the Raptors home to Toronto on the cusp of a startling upset for Canada. Leonard outdueled the Splash Brothers for 36 points and 12 rebounds, and the Raptors moved within one victory of the franchise's first championship by winning a second straight game on Golden State's home floor, beating the Warriors 105-92 on Friday...
Semien's second homer gives Athletics 5-3 win over Rangers
ARLINGTON, Texas (AP) - Marcus Semien hit his second homer of the game in the ninth inning, a two-run, tiebreaking shot that lifted the Oakland Athletics over the Texas Rangers 5-3 on Friday night. Semien drove a 3-2 pitch from José Leclerc (1-2) just beyond the right field wall after Jurickson Profar sliced a double inches fair down the left field line. Semien also homered in the...
ARLINGTON, Texas (AP) - Marcus Semien hit his second homer of the game in the ninth inning, a two-run, tiebreaking shot that lifted the Oakland Athletics over the Texas Rangers 5-3 on Friday night. Semien drove a 3-2 pitch from José Leclerc (1-2) just beyond the right field wall after Jurickson Profar sliced a double inches fair down the left field line. Semien also homered in the...
Another horse dies at Santa Anita; 27th racehorse death since Dec. 26
Another racehorse died Thursday at Santa Anita Park, marking the 27th horse death at Santa Anita Park since racing season began on Dec. 26.
Another racehorse died Thursday at Santa Anita Park, marking the 27th horse death at Santa Anita Park since racing season began on Dec. 26.
This time it's personal: The top rivalries to look out for at the 2019 Women's World Cup
Rivalries are as much a part of soccer as the ball and the grass, and many of the fiercest rivalries in the 2019 Women’s World Cup date back to before the game was even invented.
Rivalries are as much a part of soccer as the ball and the grass, and many of the fiercest rivalries in the 2019 Women’s World Cup date back to before the game was even invented.
Dallas XFL team evaluates players at showcase event
The Dallas XFL team hosted a summer showcase Friday to evaluate potential players.
The Dallas XFL team hosted a summer showcase Friday to evaluate potential players.
Get to know Group F: These are the teams that will compete alongside the US in the Women's World Cup
Before the tournament starts, here’s everything you need to know about Group F.
Before the tournament starts, here’s everything you need to know about Group F.
Mavs to play regular season game in Mexico City
The NBA will play two regular-season games in Mexico City during the upcoming season.
The NBA will play two regular-season games in Mexico City during the upcoming season.