MLB notebook: Rangers’ Gallo (wrist) likely headed to IL
Texas Rangers slugger Joey Gallo likely will be placed on the 10-day injured list with a possible broken bone in his right wrist.
Peaty says won’t be silenced by new FINA rules
Britain’s Adam Peaty has said a new rule aimed at preventing a repeat of the podium protests that have shook up the world championships in Gwangju will not stop him speaking out on issues such as doping, The Times reported on Thursday.
NFL notebook: Chargers RB Gordon begins camp holdout
Los Angeles Chargers running back Melvin Gordon didn’t report to training camp on Wednesday, beginning his holdout as he looks to land a new contract.
Report: RB Ajayi cleared in ACL recovery
Free agent running back Jay Ajayi was fully cleared on Wednesday by Dr. James Andrews in his recovery from a torn ACL in his right knee, ESPN reported.
Kerr: Stars evading signed deals ‘real problem’ for NBA
For all of the excitement and buzz over an unprecedented free agency period, Golden State Warriors head coach Steve Kerr is one very concerned NBA citizen.
WTA roundup: Friedsam stuns Cornet at Palermo
Germany’s Anna-Lena Friedsam stunned second-seeded Frenchwoman Alize Cornet 7-5, 6-4 on Wednesday to reach the quarterfinals of the Ladies’ Open Palermo in Italy.
Report: Zion’s shoe deal richest ever for rookie
New Orleans Pelicans forward Zion Williamson’s shoe deal with Jordan Brand is the largest ever for an NBA rookie in terms of annual pay, ESPN reported Wednesday.
Report: Blazers to sign 6-time All-Star Gasol
The Portland Trail Blazers have agreed to sign six-time All-Star free agent Pau Gasol, ESPN reported Wednesday.
Report: Saints to sign DL Hood
The New Orleans Saints have agreed to sign former first-round defensive lineman Ziggy Hood, NFL Network reported Wednesday.
Lowry will always be a national hero in Ireland – McIlroy
Rory McIlroy congratulated Shane Lowry and told him that his life would never be the same again after he was catapulted to national hero status in Ireland after winning the British Open on Sunday.
