Yankees’ Judge (wrist) out at least three weeks
New York Yankees star Aaron Judge is expected to miss at least three weeks after a bone in his right wrist was chipped Thursday when hit by a pitch.
Hunger Games-inspired NZ archer selected for Youth Olympics
Rebecca Jones says she took up archery after watching the Hollywood hit franchise “The Hunger Games” so no doubt the New Zealander will be hoping the odds will always be in her favor when she competes at the Youth Olympics in October.
Celtics’ Irving says he’ll be ready for camp
Boston Celtics star Kyrie Irving is confident he’ll be ready for training camp after undergoing season-ending knee surgery in March.
ATP roundup: Zopp zaps top seed in Gstaad
Estonia’s Jurgen Zopp, ranked 107th in the world, took down top seed and defending champion Fabio Fognini of Italy 6-1, 3-6, 6-3 on Thursday in the second round of the J. Safra Sarasin Swiss Open at Gstaad, Switzerland.
Reports: Cubs agree to acquire Hamels from Rangers
The Chicago Cubs have agreed to a deal with the Texas Rangers for left-hander Cole Hamels, according to multiple reports Thursday.
Astros acquire C Maldonado in trade with Angels
The Houston Astros acquired catcher Martin Maldonado on Thursday from the Los Angeles Angels to bolster their depth at the position.
MLB notebook: Bryant, Strasburg return to DL
Chicago Cubs third baseman Kris Bryant returned to the 10-day disabled list Thursday with the same injury that put him on the shelf last month.
NFL notebook: Donald reportedly willing to risk FA status in holdout
Los Angeles Rams defensive tackle Aaron Donald was not with the team when training camp opened Wednesday, as was the case last season. But unlike last season, Donald’s holdout could impact his free agency status in 2018.
Golf: Garrigus kicks off Canadian Open with a bang
American Robert Garrigus got the Canadian Open off to a blazing start, carding five straight birdies from the second hole on the way to an error-free nine-under 63 to sit top of the leaderboard of the weather-hit first round of the Canadian Open on Thu…
U.S. blocks IOC request to send sports equipment to North Korea: diplomats
The United States has blocked a request by the International Olympic Committee (IOC) to transfer sports equipment to North Korea so its athletes can prepare, qualify and participate in the Olympic Games, United Nations diplomats said on Thursday.
