Phillies sign ex-Yankees reliever Robertson
The Philadelphia Phillies have signed veteran reliever David Robertson to a two-year, $23 million deal, the team announced Thursday.
Dexter Lawrence among Tigers officially ruled out of title game
Clemson star junior Dexter Lawrence and two of his teammates have officially been ruled out of Monday night’s title game between the Tigers and No. 1 Alabama.
Curling: Canadian Fry to return to action after drunken escapade
Canadian Ryan Fry, who took a leave of absence from the team he won an Olympic gold medal with in 2014 after being kicked out of a competition for alcohol-fuelled bad behavior, will return to curling next week.
Devils sign coach Hynes to multiyear extension
The New Jersey Devils have signed coach John Hynes to a multiyear contract extension, the team announced Thursday.
Report: Phillies sign veteran reliever Robertson
The Philadelphia Phillies have reportedly signed free-agent relief pitcher David Robertson to a two-year, $23 million deal.
Harrington to be named European Ryder Cup captain
Padraig Harrington will be announced next week as the captain for Europe’s 2020 Ryder Cup team, according to multiple reports.
Reports: Two Grizzlies spar, need to be restrained after loss
Memphis Grizzlies players Omri Casspi and Garrett Temple had to be separated during a postgame meeting that turned physical following Wednesday night’s loss to the Detroit Pistons, The Athletic and ESPN reported.
Doping: WADA hires law firm to investigate bullying accusations
The World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) said on Thursday it had hired a law firm to investigate accusations of bullying and harassment within the organization after an initial probe was unable to prove any improper behavior.
Lakers’ Kuzma to undergo MRI on back
Los Angeles Lakers forward Kyle Kuzma will undergo an MRI on his lower back Thursday after suffering a contusion during Wednesday night’s loss against the Oklahoma City Thunder, coach Luke Walton told reporters after the game.
Federer beats Tsitsipas to send Switzerland into Hopman Cup final
Roger Federer said beating Greek youngster Stefanos Tsitsipas in Thursday’s Hopman Cup clash felt like a win over his son but the joke may well serve as a reminder of his powers as the Swiss prepares to defend his Australian Open crown this month.
