Koepka survives Bethpage Black to win PGA Championship
FARMINGDALE, N.Y. (AP) - Brooks Koepka took his place in PGA Championship history with a victory, minus the style points. In a raging wind that turned Bethpage Black into a beast, Koepka lost all but one shot of his record seven-shot lead Sunday. He lost the brutal Long Island crowd, which began chanting "DJ!" for Dustin Johnson as Koepka was on his way to a fourth straight bogey.
FARMINGDALE, N.Y. (AP) - Brooks Koepka took his place in PGA Championship history with a victory, minus the style points. In a raging wind that turned Bethpage Black into a beast, Koepka lost all but one shot of his record seven-shot lead Sunday. He lost the brutal Long Island crowd, which began chanting "DJ!" for Dustin Johnson as Koepka was on his way to a fourth straight bogey.
Rangers score 2 runs in 10th, rally past Cardinals 5-4
Nomar Mazara hit a sacrifice fly off St. Louis reliever Carlos Martinez to cap a two-run rally in the 10th inning, lifting the Texas Rangers over the Cardinals 5-4 on Sunday.
Nomar Mazara hit a sacrifice fly off St. Louis reliever Carlos Martinez to cap a two-run rally in the 10th inning, lifting the Texas Rangers over the Cardinals 5-4 on Sunday.
Cardinals get 1st win over Rangers since 2011 World Series
Matt Carpenter almost homered and almost got picked off in the same decisive inning that pushed the St. Louis Cardinals to their first victory over Texas since the 2011 World Series.
Matt Carpenter almost homered and almost got picked off in the same decisive inning that pushed the St. Louis Cardinals to their first victory over Texas since the 2011 World Series.
Rangers reliever Kelley has lumps removed from throat
Texas Rangers reliever Shawn Kelley was ready to start pitching again while waiting for the results of a biopsy on two lumps that were surgically removed from his throat.
Texas Rangers reliever Shawn Kelley was ready to start pitching again while waiting for the results of a biopsy on two lumps that were surgically removed from his throat.
Koepka keeps 7-shot lead at PGA Championship
Brooks Koepka is turning a public golf course into his private playground in the PGA Championship.
Brooks Koepka is turning a public golf course into his private playground in the PGA Championship.
War of Will wins Preakness Stakes
War of Will has won the 144th Preakness.
War of Will has won the 144th Preakness.
Dallas Mavericks get rid of dancers, creating family-friendly ‘entertainment squad'
Say goodbye to the scantily clad Mavs Dancers and hello to a more family-friendly “entertainment squad.”
Say goodbye to the scantily clad Mavs Dancers and hello to a more family-friendly “entertainment squad.”
Spieth tries to stay close to Koepka at PGA Championship
FARMINGDALE, N.Y. (AP) - What felt like a battle for Brooks Koepka looked like a runaway Friday in the PGA Championship. Koepka backed up his record-tying 63 with a round that put him in a league of his own. With three birdies in a four-hole stretch at the start and at the end, the defending champion posted a 5-under 65 that shattered the 36-hole score for a major championship.
FARMINGDALE, N.Y. (AP) - What felt like a battle for Brooks Koepka looked like a runaway Friday in the PGA Championship. Koepka backed up his record-tying 63 with a round that put him in a league of his own. With three birdies in a four-hole stretch at the start and at the end, the defending champion posted a 5-under 65 that shattered the 36-hole score for a major championship.
NCAA to consider allowing college athletes to cash in on their names
The NCAA on Tuesday announced it formed a group to determine whether its rules can be modified to allow college athletes to profit from their names, images and likenesses.
The NCAA on Tuesday announced it formed a group to determine whether its rules can be modified to allow college athletes to profit from their names, images and likenesses.
Stars defenseman Lindell signs new $34.8M, 6-year contract
FRISCO, Texas (AP) - Dallas Stars defenseman Esa Lindell has signed a $34.8 million, six-year contract that will run through the 2024-25 season. The deal with an average value of $5.8 million per year was announced Thursday, a week before Lindell's 25th birthday. The 6-foot-3 Finn was a restricted free agent.
FRISCO, Texas (AP) - Dallas Stars defenseman Esa Lindell has signed a $34.8 million, six-year contract that will run through the 2024-25 season. The deal with an average value of $5.8 million per year was announced Thursday, a week before Lindell's 25th birthday. The 6-foot-3 Finn was a restricted free agent.
Vela scores 13th goal in 13th game, LAFC beats FC Dallas 2-0
LOS ANGELES (AP) - Carlos Vela scored his 13th goal in 13 games this season, and Los Angeles FC beat FC Dallas 2-0 on Thursday night. Los Angeles (9-1-3) extended its lead atop the Supporters' Shield standings with a third victory during a five-game unbeaten streak. Dallas (5-5-2), which has 16 goals this season, has lost three straight games.
LOS ANGELES (AP) - Carlos Vela scored his 13th goal in 13 games this season, and Los Angeles FC beat FC Dallas 2-0 on Thursday night. Los Angeles (9-1-3) extended its lead atop the Supporters' Shield standings with a third victory during a five-game unbeaten streak. Dallas (5-5-2), which has 16 goals this season, has lost three straight games.
Rangers belt 5 home runs in 16-1 rout of Royals
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) - Rougned Odor and the rest of the Texas Rangers had been using the Kansas City Royals' beleaguered pitching staff for batting practice most of the sun-splashed afternoon. Then the Rangers used their backup second baseman for it, too.
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) - Rougned Odor and the rest of the Texas Rangers had been using the Kansas City Royals' beleaguered pitching staff for batting practice most of the sun-splashed afternoon. Then the Rangers used their backup second baseman for it, too.
Koepka off to record-setting start at PGA Championship
FARMINGDALE, N.Y. (AP) - Three majors in two years, and Brooks Koepka can still feel as though he has something to prove. He delivered again on golf's biggest stage. And this time, Tiger Woods was along for the ride.
FARMINGDALE, N.Y. (AP) - Three majors in two years, and Brooks Koepka can still feel as though he has something to prove. He delivered again on golf's biggest stage. And this time, Tiger Woods was along for the ride.
Woods 9 shots behind Koepka after 72 in 1st round of PGA
FARMINGDALE, N.Y. (AP) - The PGA Championship began poorly for Tiger Woods. Although he got masterful in the middle of the round, things then fell apart down the stretch.
FARMINGDALE, N.Y. (AP) - The PGA Championship began poorly for Tiger Woods. Although he got masterful in the middle of the round, things then fell apart down the stretch.
TCU running back Sewo Olonilua arrested on drug charges
TCU running back Sewo Olonilua was arrested on drug charges in Huntsville on Tuesday.
TCU running back Sewo Olonilua was arrested on drug charges in Huntsville on Tuesday.
WNBA star Liz Cambage traded from Dallas to Las Vegas
The Liz Cambage trade saga is finally over. The 6-foot-8 Australian was traded from Dallas to Las Vegas on Thursday for Moriah Jefferson, Isabelle Harrison and the Aces' first two picks in 2020. "The journey it took to get here will make a great story one day," said Bill Laimbeer, president and coach of the Aces. "Everyone in the Aces family is excited to welcome Liz to...
The Liz Cambage trade saga is finally over. The 6-foot-8 Australian was traded from Dallas to Las Vegas on Thursday for Moriah Jefferson, Isabelle Harrison and the Aces' first two picks in 2020. "The journey it took to get here will make a great story one day," said Bill Laimbeer, president and coach of the Aces. "Everyone in the Aces family is excited to welcome Liz to...
Guzman, Calhoun go deep as Rangers roll past Royals, 6-1
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) - Ronald Guzman and Willie Calhoun each hit a two-run homer, and the Texas Rangers cruised to a 6-1 victory over the Kansas City Royals on Wednesday night. Shin-Soo Choo added a solo shot in the ninth inning and Nomar Mazara matched a career high with four hits as the Rangers snapped a five-game skid. They have won six of their last eight against Kansas City, including...
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) - Ronald Guzman and Willie Calhoun each hit a two-run homer, and the Texas Rangers cruised to a 6-1 victory over the Kansas City Royals on Wednesday night. Shin-Soo Choo added a solo shot in the ninth inning and Nomar Mazara matched a career high with four hits as the Rangers snapped a five-game skid. They have won six of their last eight against Kansas City, including...
Beltré missing baseball less than he thought after 21 years
DALLAS (AP) - Adrian Beltre isn't missing baseball as much as he thought he would when he retired after 21 seasons and 3,166 hits. The former Texas Rangers third baseman says he's still at peace with the announcement he made last November, which came months after he had actually decided to retire. Beltre spoke at the SMU Athletic Forum on Wednesday, about 3½ weeks before he...
DALLAS (AP) - Adrian Beltre isn't missing baseball as much as he thought he would when he retired after 21 seasons and 3,166 hits. The former Texas Rangers third baseman says he's still at peace with the announcement he made last November, which came months after he had actually decided to retire. Beltre spoke at the SMU Athletic Forum on Wednesday, about 3½ weeks before he...
Spieth trying to buck the odds at PGA Championship
FARMINGDALE, N.Y. (AP) - Jordan Spieth needs to win the PGA Championship for the career Grand Slam. Masters champion Tiger Woods needs to win the next three majors to capture an unprecedented calendar Grand Slam. Based on how their seasons have gone, the question now is who has the better chance.
FARMINGDALE, N.Y. (AP) - Jordan Spieth needs to win the PGA Championship for the career Grand Slam. Masters champion Tiger Woods needs to win the next three majors to capture an unprecedented calendar Grand Slam. Based on how their seasons have gone, the question now is who has the better chance.
New Orleans wins NBA draft lottery, right to pick No. 1
CHICAGO (AP) - Zion Williamson has never been to New Orleans. That may be changing very soon. The Pelicans bucked seriously long odds Tuesday night, winning the NBA draft lottery and the right to have the first chance at selecting the former Duke star next month - and potentially pairing him with Anthony Davis, in what would immediately become one of the league's most intriguing...
CHICAGO (AP) - Zion Williamson has never been to New Orleans. That may be changing very soon. The Pelicans bucked seriously long odds Tuesday night, winning the NBA draft lottery and the right to have the first chance at selecting the former Duke star next month - and potentially pairing him with Anthony Davis, in what would immediately become one of the league's most intriguing...