Ohtani named American League Rookie of the Year
Japanese two-way standout Shohei Ohtani of the Los Angeles Angels was rewarded for a tremendous Major League Baseball debut season as he was named the runaway winner of the 2018 American League Rookie of the Year award on Monday.
NBA notebook: Butler to make Sixers debut Wednesday
With his trade to Philadelphia officially finalized on Monday, four-time All-Star Jimmy Butler is expected to make his 76ers debut Wednesday night at Orlando.
MLB notebook: Ohtani, Acuna named ROY winners
Los Angeles Angels two-way sensation Shohei Ohtani and Atlanta Braves phenom outfielder Ronald Acuna Jr. were named the runaway winners of the Rookie of the Year in the American and National League, respectively, on Monday.
NHL notebook: Tentative settlement reached in concussions lawsuit
The NHL and attorneys for retired players on Monday announced a tentative settlement in the concussions lawsuit filed against the league.
NHL’s first black player O’Ree still breaking barriers
As the first black player in the NHL, Willie O’Ree’s impact on the sport cannot be measured in goals and assists, his contributions by many yardsticks eclipsing those of the hockey legends he will join in the shrine on Monday.
NBA Reports: Reps working on landing place for Carmelo Anthony
With Carmelo Anthony’s departure from the Houston Rockets seemingly immanent, ESPN’s Adrian Wojnarowski reports his representatives spent Monday contacting NBA front offices regarding a potential new home for the 10-time All-Star forward.
Zverev will not play in revamped Davis Cup finals
Germany’s Alex Zverev says he will not take part in a revamped Davis Cup finals showpiece event in Spain next November.
Djokovic backs Federer in preferential treatment row
World number one Novak Djokovic leapt to the defense of great rival Roger Federer on Monday after claims that the Swiss enjoys preferential treatment on Tour.
Clinical Djokovic tames Isner, Zverev edges Cilic
The last time Novak Djokovic played at the O2 Arena he suffered a chastening defeat at the hands of home hero Andy Murray which confirmed the end of his dominance at the top of the men’s game.
NFL Report: Patriots WR Edelman avoids serious injury
New England Patriots wideout Julian Edelman is not expected to miss much, if any, time due to a minor ankle injury, ESPN reported Monday.
