NHL roundup: Lightning top Wings in shootout
Nikita Kucherov scored the game-winner during a shootout, and the streaking Tampa Bay Lightning overcame Frans Nielsen’s hat trick to edge the host Detroit Red Wings 6-5 on Tuesday.
Serena confirmed for Australian Open return
Serena Williams will resume her quest for a record-equaling 24th grand slam title at the Australian Open in January after organizers on Wednesday confirmed her entry to the tournament she won for a seventh time on her last appearance in 2017.
NBA roundup: Jazz sink 20 treys, rout Spurs
Donovan Mitchell scored 20 points, and the Utah Jazz made a franchise record 20 3-pointers in a 139-105 victory over the visiting San Antonio Spurs on Tuesday night.
Top 25 roundup: No. 5 Michigan squeaks by Northwestern
Freshman Ignas Brazdeikis scored 23 points as No. 5 Michigan survived a major scare, holding off host Northwestern 62-60 on Tuesday in Evanston, Ill.
NFL notebook: Hunt suspension could go into ’19
The NFL is mulling a multigame suspension for former Kansas City Chiefs running back Kareem Hunt that could last into the 2019 season, ESPN reported Tuesday.
NBA notebook: Fultz diagnosed with nerve condition
Philadelphia 76ers guard Markelle Fultz has been diagnosed with a nerve condition and will be sidelined indefinitely as he undergoes physical therapy, the team announced Tuesday.
Boxing: Wilder wants Fury rematch ‘ASAP’
WBC heavyweight champion Deontay Wilder on Tuesday said he was eager for a rematch with Tyson Fury after the two undefeated boxers fought to a thrilling but controversial split decision draw on Saturday in Los Angeles.
MLB notebook: Nationals reportedly sign LHP Corbin
The Washington Nationals landed one of the top prizes on the free-agent market by signing left-hander Patrick Corbin to a six-year, $140 million deal, according to multiple reports Tuesday.
Bills release veteran receivers Benjamin, Holmes
The Buffalo Bills on Tuesday announced they have released veteran wide receivers Kelvin Benjamin and Andre Holmes.
Athletics: Kipchoge and Ibarguen named IAAF athletes of the year
Kenya’s marathon world record holder Eliud Kipchoge and Colombian jumper Caterine Ibarguen were honored as IAAF athletes of the year at athletics’ annual awards ceremony on Tuesday.
