Mariners GM Dipoto hospitalized, finalized mega trade from bed
Seattle Mariners general manager Jerry Dipoto was hospitalized as a precaution in Las Vegas on Wednesday after coming down with an illness Tuesday, the team said.
Athletics: Gatlin still believes he can be a contender in Doha 100m
The clock is ticking on Justin Gatlin and not just the stopwatch. The world champion will be 37 years old when he defends his 100 meters title in Doha next September.
Report: Eagles QB Wentz has fractured vertebra
Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Carson Wentz has a fractured vertebra in his back that may keep him out of Sunday’s game, multiple outlets are reporting.
Encarnacion traded to Mariners for Santana in three-team deal
The Cleveland Indians on Thursday traded slugger Edwin Encarnacion to the Seattle Mariners for Carlos Santana as part of a three-team deal that also includes the Tampa Bay Rays, the Indians confirmed.
WTA to offer increased rankings protection for returning mothers: report
The Women’s Tennis Association (WTA) will offer greater protection to the rankings of mothers returning to the tour after giving birth, British media reported on Thursday.
Swimming: Top swimmers challenging FINA to gather at London summit
Some of the world’s top swimmers will gather at a brainstorming summit in London next week hosted by the International Swimming League (ISL), which is looking to challenge world governing body FINA’s control over international competitions.
More signs that Heisman winner Murray considering NFL over MLB
Quarterback Kyler Murray was one of the underclassmen whose names Oklahoma submitted to the NFL College Advisory Committee, Sports Illustrated reported Thursday.
Report: Eagles QB Wentz to have MRI
Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Carson Wentz will undergo an MRI on his back Thursday to help diagnose the discomfort and soreness that may keep him out of Sunday’s game, ESPN’s Adam Schefter reported.
Soccer: Infantino says he has wide support for 48-team World Cup in Qatar
FIFA President Gianni Infantino said on Thursday that a majority of national soccer federations were in favor of expanding the 2022 World Cup in Qatar to 48 teams.
Ravens, quarterback Jackson resume playoff push vs. Buccaneers
The Baltimore Ravens, coming off a loss in Kansas City, resume their playoff chase when they host the Tampa Bay Buccaneers on Sunday.
