Doping: CAS lifts Olympic ban on former Russian Sports Minister Mutko
The Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS) has overturned a decision by the International Olympic Committee (IOC) to exclude former Russian Sports Minister Vitaly Mutko from taking part in the Olympic Games, court documents published on Thursday showed.
Former DT Haynesworth needs kidney transplant
Former Tennessee Titans star defensive tackle Albert Haynesworth announced Wednesday on Instagram he is “in dire need” of a kidney transplant and is looking for a donor.
Robot umpire aid debuts in minors as MLB watches closely
That was the case Wednesday night in the Atlantic League All-Star Game, putting them one step closer to the big time.
Former big-leaguer Jim Bouton, author of groundbreaking ‘Ball Four,’ dies at 80
Former New York Yankees pitcher Jim Bouton, whose irreverent, raunchy baseball memoir, “Ball Four,” attracted both hostility and acclaim, died on Wednesday at his home in Massachusetts, according to media reports. He was 80.
NFL notebook: Rams’ Gurley unsure how knee will hold up
Todd Gurley, the Los Angeles Rams’ primary ballcarrier, said he isn’t certain how his arthritic knee will hold up over the long haul. An “arthritic component” in his knee became problematic in the playoffs last season, when the team attempted to manage…
Report: Texans won’t hire GM in 2019
The Houston Texans will not hire a general manager for the 2019 season, instead opting to divide responsibilities among current front-office members, ESPN reported Wednesday.
NHL notebook: Penguins’ Cullen retires after 21 years
Matt Cullen, who was the oldest player in the NHL last season, retired Wednesday at the age of 42.
MLB notebook: ‘Right deal’ could reportedly net Mets’ Syndergaard
Right-hander Noah Syndergaard could be traded if the New York Mets are approached with the “right deal,” MLB Network reported.
Report: Spartans paid $1.2 million to settle Title IX disputes
Michigan State paid $1.2 million combined to a woman and a former football player after two Title IX investigations first exonerated the player, then reversed that decision, ESPN reported Wednesday after an open records request.
NBA notebook: Leonard, George officially join Clipper
The Los Angeles Clippers signed free agent forward Kawhi Leonard to a three-year, $103 million maximum contract and officially completed a trade with the Oklahoma City Thunder for Paul George.
