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3 weeks ago

Freddy Peralta, Liam Hicks lift the Rays to a 3-1 win over the Guardians that evens the ALCS at 1-1

Freddy Peralta threw six innings of four-hit ball, Liam Hicks lined a two-run single after José Ramírez's fielding error and the Tampa Bay Rays beat the Cleveland Guardians 3-1 Tuesday night to even the AL Championship Series at 1-1.

3 weeks ago

Jury finds Tyreek Hill liable for 2 battery counts, awards $500,000 to the NFL star’s estranged wife

A Miami jury on Tuesday found Tyreek Hill liable for two counts of battery but not liable for the eight remaining claims made by Lakeeta Vaccaro — ending the high-profile civil trial involving the NFL wide receiver and his estranged wife.

3 weeks ago

Blackhawks star Connor Bedard to make season debut against the Penguins

The 21-year-old center had surgery on his left shoulder on July 8.

3 weeks ago

Bears DE Montez Sweat suspended 2 games for violating NFL’s performance-enhancing substances policy

The loss of Sweat is a big blow for the Bears as they look to bounce back from Sunday's 31-7 loss at Green Bay.

3 weeks ago

Caleb Williams close to returning after rough performance for Bears quarterbacks

Tyson Bagent threw two interceptions during Sunday's 31-7 loss at Green Bay. Case Keenum was picked off and lost a fumble after replacing Bagent early in the fourth quarter.

3 weeks ago

Contreras delivers and Milwaukee’s bullpen shines as the Brewers top the Dodgers 7-4 in NLCS Game 2

Thanks to a couple of big swings from William Contreras, the Milwaukee Brewers need just a couple more wins to earn their first National League pennant and end the Los Angeles Dodgers' championship reign.

3 weeks ago

Chase DeLauter and José Ramírez lead the Guardians to a 7-3 win over the Rays in Game 1 of the ALCS

The Cleveland Guardians used small ball, the longball and played solid all-around baseball to keep winning in the postseason.

3 weeks ago

Formula 1 announces return to Africa with Grand Prix in Rwanda in early 2030s

Rwanda will host a Formula 1 race from "the early 2030s" when the series returns to Africa after about 40 years.

3 weeks ago

Michael Jordan jersey sets $14 million record for basketball memorabilia, auction house says

A game-worn, autographed Michael Jordan road jersey from the 1998 NBA Finals has been privately sold for $14 million, an auction house announced Monday, calling it the highest price ever paid for a piece of basketball memorabilia.

3 weeks ago

Blackhawks star Connor Bedard could make season debut during homestand

“Certainly inching closer to being involved in a variety of ways,” coach Jeff Blashill said.

3 weeks ago

Caleb Williams nears return, and Bears show they need their QB in lopsided loss to Packers

Chicago coach Ben Johnson said after a 31-7 loss at Green Bay on Sunday that Williams might be available when the Bears visit Atlanta next week.

3 weeks ago

Bears-Packers game features tributes to Mike Ditka on the field and in the stands

The Bears wore No. 89 stickers on the backs of their helmets Sunday.

3 weeks ago

White Sox strike out record 21 times, eliminated from Division Series after wasting 2-0 lead

“We wanted it so bad, it hurts,” Chicago catcher Kyle Teel said, shaking his head.

3 weeks ago

Air Force does not complete a pass, beats Northern Illinois in the Huskies’ first Mountain West game

Taron Dickens was 13-of-20 passing for 140 yards and threw one interception for Northern Illinois (0-5, 0-1).

3 weeks ago

Illinois makes a stop on Michigan State’s 2-point conversion attempt in OT, holds on for 38-37 win

Illinois quarterback Katin Houser, who threw for a touchdown pass and ran for a score against one of his former teams, was injured while making a tackle on an interception return in the third quarter.

3 weeks ago

Aidan Chiles throws for 3 TDs, runs for another: Northwestern rips Ball State 45-14

Chiles threw for 272 yards on a 17 for 23 afternoon in Northwestern's second game at its swanky new Ryan Field.

3 weeks ago

Pierre and Bryant each score in the 4th to help South Dakota beat Southern Illinois 31-10

DJ Williams was 18-of-29 passing for 179 yards and threw a touchdown pass for No. 25 Southern Illinois (3-4, 1-2).

3 weeks ago

Bears QB Caleb Williams misses third straight game with hamstring injury

The Bears already had ruled out Monangai (thumb/toe) and Elliott (quadricep) on Friday. The Packers ruled out running back Chris Brooks on the same day.

3 weeks ago

Bears quarterback Caleb Williams returns to practice and is questionable for game with Packers

Williams has missed the Bears’ last two games since injuring his right hamstring during a 9-3 loss to the Minnesota Vikings on Sept. 20.

3 weeks ago

Mike Ditka tributes pour in from President Trump, former President Obama, Chicago and the NFL

The Pro Football Hall of Famer was remembered by the sports world and beyond for his impact on the game as both a player and a coach, and later as a TV analyst.

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