Belichick on WR Gordon: ‘I wish him the very best’
New England Patriots head coach Bill Belichick addressed the media Friday for the first time since the suspension of wide receiver Josh Gordon and called the situation “unfortunate.”
Pederson stands by Wentz as Eagles’ QB of future
While quarterback Nick Foles tries to guide the Philadelphia Eagles back to the playoffs, coach Doug Pederson assured reporters on Friday that injured starter Carson Wentz remains the franchise quarterback.
A’s pick up Profar in three-team deal
The Oakland Athletics filled their impending hole at second base by trading for infielder Jurickson Profar in a three-team, seven-player deal, the Athletics announced Friday.
Karate start-up league to hold 10 events worldwide next year
Karate Combat, a full contact karate league, will hold 10 events across four continents next year as part of a campaign to bring the ancient martial art into the mainstream, it said on Friday.
WR Bryant vows to return in 2019
New Orleans Saints receiver Dez Bryant says the torn Achilles tendon that ended his 2018 season won’t end his career.
Cardinals WR Fitzgerald claps back at retirement questions
In the NFL, 35 is retirement age, and media continue to press Arizona Cardinals wide receiver Larry Fitzgerald about his future plans.
A’s agree to deal with Soria
Joakim Soria has agreed to a two-year deal worth $15 million with the Oakland Athletics, according to multiple reports.
Tennis: Australian Open introduces final set tiebreak
The Australian Open has joined Wimbledon in introducing a final set tiebreak from next year’s competition, following the “most extensive” consultation in the event’s history, tournament director Craig Tiley said on Friday.
Dutch join armada of America’s Cup challengers
A Dutch team has been accepted by holders Emirates Team New Zealand (ETNZ) as a challenger for the 36th America’s Cup, the sixth entry for the event due to be held in Auckland in 2021.
NHL roundup: Lightning top Flames in shootout
J.T. Miller scored the winner in the seventh round of a shootout, and Louis Domingue was sensational after regulation as the Tampa Bay Lightning beat the host Calgary Flames 5-4 Thursday night.
