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Celtics All-Star Jaylen Brown tests positive for COVID-19

Brown is asymptomatic and quarantining.

Panthers RB Christian McCaffrey 'doubtful' for Week 5 vs. Eagles

Despite returning to practice this week, Carolina Panthers running back Christian McCaffrey may have to wait a bit longer before he can suit up for a game.

LSU football lifts COVID-19 entrance protocols

Practically all virus-related restrictions for attending games are eliminated. Fans under the age of 12 no longer have to wear masks in outdoor spaces, but guests must still wear face coverings in the indoor portions of Tiger Stadium.

UConn interim coach Lou Spanos, four others positive for COVID-19

Five members of the UConn Huskies football program have tested positive for COVID-19 and will miss Saturday's game against UMass. 

Steelers reportedly have no plans to bench Ben Roethlisberger despite struggles

The end of the Ben Roethlisberger era is clearly near for the Pittsburgh Steelers, but it does not sound like the 39-year-old quarterback is any danger of losing his starting job.

Seahawks QB Russell Wilson exits Thursday's game with hand injury

Russell Wilson is one of the NFL’s few iron men, but the Seahawks quarterback was forced to exit tonight’s game against the Rams. 

Report: Falcons star WR Calvin Ridley out for Sunday's game vs. Jets due to personal matter

With Ridley and Gage out, Falcons quarterback Matt Ryan will have to rely heavily on rookie tight end Kyle Pitts, as well as Cordarrelle Patterson, who plays wide receiver and running back.

Red Sox slugger J.D. Martinez on roster for ALDS vs. Rays

Martinez suffered somewhat of a freak sprained left ankle in this past Sunday's regular-season finale at the Washington Nationals when he tripped on second base while running out to patrol right field.

NHL awards preview for the 2021-22 season

We get you ready for the start of the 2021-22 NHL season by previewing the potential awards winners for the MVP, Norris, Vezina, Jack Adams, and Calder Trophies. 

Report: Browns QB Baker Mayfield playing with partially torn labrum

The 2018 first overall pick was spotted wearing a harness over his non-throwing shoulder during Wednesday's practice but told reporters that it «shouldn't» impact his throwing.

NFLPA to vote on executive director DeMaurice Smith’s future

Smith has held the position since 2009, and he’s been re-elected twice (2012, 2015). In 2017, the selection committee voted unanimously to extend his contract for another four years.

The 'NFL Defensive Player of the Year' quiz

The AP has awarded its Defensive Player of the Year Award to the NFL's most outstanding defender since 1971. How many of the NFL DPOYs can you name in five minutes?

Watch: Max Scherzer was ticked Dave Roberts pulled him from wild-card game

Scherzer had thrown 94 pitches through that point in the game.

Cowboys' La'el Collins files lawsuit against NFL to try to end suspension

Collins has filed a lawsuit in Texas state court seeking an injunction against enforcement of his five-game suspension.

Padres fire Jayce Tingler as manager after missing playoffs

The former skipper has been offered the chance to stay with the organization in another role.

Minor league players must be vaccinated prior to 2022 season

The news comes just a few weeks after the league’s requirement that all players participating in the Arizona Fall League be vaccinated.

NFLPA seeking answers regarding Washington Football Team trainer raid

Not much new information has surfaced since Washington Football Team trainer Ryan Vermillion was the subject of a DEA raid last week.

Ben Roethlisberger shoulders blame for Steelers' slow start, downplays health concerns

Through four games, the seasoned QB has thrown four touchdowns and four interceptions with a 64.1 completion percentage.

Matt Nagy names Justin Fields Bears starting QB over Andy Dalton

«He’s grown to this point,» Nagy said of Fields. «He’s earned it. He’s worked hard. And now he has this opportunity.» 

NBPA’s Michele Roberts: Players who miss games due to local vaccine mandates shouldn't lose salary

As Roberts explains, the NBPA’s position is that a player shouldn’t be punished for being unvaccinated, since the NBA has no vaccine mandate of its own for its players.

Canadiens goalie Carey Price expected to miss start of season

Price was already absent from the start of training camp as he continues to recover from offseason knee surgery.

Patriots trade 2019 Defensive Player of the Year Stephon Gilmore to Panthers

The reports of Stephon Gilmore being released by the New England Patriots were premature, but the two sides are, indeed, parting ways.

LSU star CB Derek Stingley Jr. out indefinitely after foot procedure

A potential top-10 pick in the 2022 NFL Draft may not play again this college football season.

The greatest postseason players in MLB history

There are countless memorable plays, pitches, and at-bats in baseball postseason history. However, there are a select few legends who made it a habit of creating these moments when the stakes are at their highest.

Browns DE Myles Garrett sounds off on 'random' drug test from NFL

Garrett has recorded 11 tackles and a league-leading six sacks so far this season.

Brazilian soccer player William Ribeiro charged with attempted murder after attacking ref

Ribeiro was arrested at the stadium minutes after the incident.

Sabres, Jack Eichel 'hopeful' trade will happen?

There has been additional access given to Eichel’s medical file, one of the biggest hurdles in any negotiation this summer.

Brooks Koepka-Bryson DeChambeau rivalry to be rekindled in fifth edition of 'The Match'

During the Ryder Cup, it looked as though the feud between Brooks Koepka and Bryson DeChambeau had hit a lull.

Two-time All-Pro CB Stephon Gilmore released by Patriots in stunning move

Now that their defense has played well through the early part of the year, Bill Belichick may have felt the Pro Bowler was expendable.

The 'Celtics & Lakers retired numbers' quiz

The Boston Celtics and the Los Angeles Lakers are arguably the two most storied franchises in NBA history. Between the two rival franchises, a total of 32 players have had their numbers retired. How many can you name in five minutes?

Yankees ace Gerrit Cole is knocked out of AL wild-card game in third inning

Cole allowed four hits and two walks in his two-plus innings.

Nets unsure about plan for Kyrie Irving

The Nets still aren’t certain whether or not guard Kyrie Irving intends to get the COVID-19 vaccine and haven’t made a decision about whether they’ll accommodate him as a part-time player this season, according to a report from ESPN’s Adrian Wojnarows

Clayton Kershaw won't need surgery, but likely won't pitch in postseason

The 33-year-old is slated to hit the open market this winter.

Report: Falcons' Isaiah Oliver out for season with knee injury

Things continue to get more frustrating for the 1-3 Atlanta Falcons as they prepare for Sunday's game against the 1-3 New York Jets in London.

Grading every NFL team at the quarter mark of the season

We're only through four weeks of an 18 week season, but the early part of the season already gives a glimpse of the contenders and pretenders. He's a look at every team's grade through four weeks.

Mika Zibanejad, Gabriel Landeskog, Victor Hedman named to Sweden Olympic team

Each participating country was required to declare three players, while the full “long-list” of 55 potential names will be submitted by Oct. 15.

Red Sox slugger J.D. Martinez out for Wild Card Game vs. Yankees with ankle injury

Martinez still is dealing with a sprained left ankle suffered in the fifth inning of Sunday's regular-season finale against the Washington Nationals.

Kyrie Irving absent from Nets practice amid COVID-19 vaccination doubts

It's unclear if Irving believes he will receive a required exemption or one of the shots before Brooklyn hosts the Charlotte Hornets for its first regular-season home game on Oct. 24.

Chiefs promote former All-Pro WR Josh Gordon to active roster

With that, the wide receiver could debut as soon as this Sunday night against the Bills.
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