Suns name Jones as GM, Bower as VP of operations
The Phoenix Suns officially named James Jones as general manager Thursday, giving him control over all basketball operations for the team.
Tiger starts strong, one back of early Masters co-leaders
Tiger Woods made a solid start in his pursuit of a fifth Masters title with a quick birdie that left him one shot back of the early first-round leaders at Augusta National on Thursday.
Russia moves to impose fines on drug cheats
Russia’s parliament on Thursday approved draft legislation that would impose fines of up to 50,000 rubles ($775) on athletes found to have used banned performance-enhancing drugs.
Nicklaus thinks Augusta National will eventually allow smartphones
Six-times Masters champion Jack Nicklaus once said he did not carry a mobile phone because people never called to offer him something, but only if they wanted something.
Steelers G Foster: Social media criticism must stop
Pittsburgh Steelers guard Ramon Foster is asking his ex-teammates to stop the criticism of current Steelers players.
Report: GM Divac, Kings agree on contract extension
General manager Vlade Divac and the Sacramento Kings agreed to a four-year contract through the 2022-23 season, according to The Athletic.
Report: Former NFL receiver Stewart arrested for gun possession
Former Alabama wide receiver and New York Jets draft pick ArDarius Stewart was arrested in Tuscaloosa, Ala., Thursday for carrying a pistol without a permit, AL.com reported.
Texas freshman Hayes declares for NBA draft
Texas Longhorns freshman Jaxson Hayes has declared for the NBA draft and will hire an agent, the school announced Thursday.
Capitals recall goalie Samsonov
The Washington Capitals have recalled goaltender Ilya Samsonov from their AHL affiliate in Hershey, the team announced Thursday. The Caps’ first-round pick in 2015, Samsonov has posted a record of 19-14-5 with a 2.74 goals against average and a .896 sa…
Masters patrons a rare breed in wild world of sport
Augusta National patrons have proven for decades to be a different breed from fans at any other sporting event, providing a sort of golfing oasis for the world’s best players each year during the Masters.
