Indians’ bullpen meltdown included miscommunication
The Indians have experienced issues with their relief pitching most of the season, but a bullpen communications problem played a major role in the ninth-inning collapse Tuesday night as Cleveland lost 7-4 to the visiting Cincinnati Reds.
France-Belgium set-piece decider proves it is still a simple game
For all the intricate planning, cagey tactics and chess-like choreography, the simplicity of football was again emphasized as France secured a place in the World Cup final from a basic set-piece.
Major League Baseball roundup: Schoop’s walk-off single lifts O’s over Yanks
Jonathan Schoop’s bases-loaded single with two outs in the bottom of the ninth inning gave host Baltimore a 6-5 win over New York on Tuesday, the Orioles’ first walk-off win since Opening Day.
NBA signings: Veteran Green re-ups with Rockets
Veteran Gerald Green has signed a contract to remain with the Houston Rockets, the team announced Tuesday.
Ex-cornerback Browner faces attempted-murder charge
Former Pro Bowl cornerback Brandon Browner was charged with attempted murder and three other felonies Tuesday in relation to an alleged incident Sunday in La Verne, Calif.
NFL notebook: Bills’ McCoy denies assault allegations
Buffalo Bills running back LeSean McCoy issued a statement on Instagram on Tuesday denying allegations of domestic violence, child abuse, animal cruelty and performance-enhancing drug use made by another Instagram user.
Former UCLA guard Knight found dead at 39
Former UCLA guard Billy Knight was found dead in Phoenix early Sunday morning, according to the Maricopa County Medical Examiner. He was 39.
Major League Baseball notebook: Mariners’ Hernandez lands on disabled list
The Seattle Mariners placed right-hander Felix Hernandez on the 10-day disabled list Tuesday due to lower back stiffness.
NHL notebook: Habs reportedly looking to trade Pacioretty
The Montreal Canadiens will not negotiate a contract extension with captain Max Pacioretty and now intend to trade him, according to a report from The Athletic on Tuesday.
Rays announce plans for Tampa stadium
The Tampa Bay Rays on Tuesday showed off plans for a new domed baseball stadium in the Ybor City neighborhood of Tampa, and they and area officials are banking on community excitement to help draw funding for it.
