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	Sports As-it-happens update ⋅ June 5, 2020
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	ESPN 2020 MLB draft order ESPN Here are all 160 picks in the shortened five-round 2020 MLB Draft, scheduled for June 10-11 and airing on ESPN (Round 1, starting at 7 ET on Wed. June 10 on June 11 and Rounds 2-5, starting at 5 p.m. ET on Thu. June 11 on ESPN2. First round 1. Flag as irrelevant
	Yahoo Sports How Warriors' Giannis Antetokounmpo chase could be hurt by NBA return Yahoo Sports The NBA officially announced its plan to return from its coronavirus pause Thursday, and the Warriors' season ended as a result with only 22 teams heading to Disney World to complete the season. With Golden State's season now over, the Warriors can turn ... Flag as irrelevant
	Sports Illustrated Tee Higgins says Joe Burrow's comments 'mean a lot,' as the rookie hopes to continue the tradition of '85' Sports Illustrated Bengals wide receiver Tee Higgins was drafted to learn, develop and grow with rookie quarterback Joe Burrow. The two could be a perfect match with Burrow's precise accuracy and Higgins' 81-inch wingspan. The two rookies haven't met each other in ... Flag as irrelevant
	CBSSports.com 2020 NBA Draft: Teams benefiting from postponement, lottery odds and what else we know CBSSports.com The NBA's team owners moved Thursday on a board of governor's call to resume the season beginning in late July in Orlando, Florida, sending a cascading effect throughout the league's teams and its tentacles that now formally alters the NBA Draft process. Flag as irrelevant
	ESPN Florida A&M to leave MEAC, join SWAC in 2021 ESPN Florida A&M will leave the Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference and join the Southwestern Athletic Conference on July 1, 2021, it was announced. The Tallahassee school's board of trustees voted unanimously to make the move, which was verified by the SWAC. Flag as irrelevant
	ESPN Players send passionate video message to NFL about racial inequality ESPN NEW YORK -- Patrick Mahomes, Saquon Barkley and Michael Thomas are among more than a dozen NFL stars who united to send a passionate video message to the league about racial inequality. The 70-second video was released on social media ... Flag as irrelevant
	NHL.com NHL announces start of Return to Play plan, Phase 2 NHL.com The NHL shared a number of updates regarding its Return to Play plan on Thursday, with a transition to Phase 2 effective Monday, June 8. Start of individual workouts. Training facilities League-wide, including the Bell Sports Complex in Brossard, will be ... Flag as irrelevant
	ESPN Why Werner's move to Chelsea is a warning to Liverpool ESPN Timo Werner and Liverpool seemed such an obvious fit. He is a quick, mobile striker capable of dropping straight into Jurgen Klopp's system at Anfield and a player, with a reported £49 million release clause at RB Leipzig, who would also mirror the club's ... Flag as irrelevant
	ESPN Now comes the real test for NASCAR's return-to-racing plan ESPN For NASCAR, the previews are over. Now, it gets real. What the 2020 Cup series does -- or perhaps what is done to it -- over the next week likely will be what ultimately shapes the story of this, the strangest of seasons. And it won't be merely the story of stock ... Flag as irrelevant
	The New York Times AP Was There: Serena Williams Tops Venus to Win French Open The New York Times EDITOR'S NOTE — Every French Open features matches that are memorable for one reason or another. There are upsets. Comebacks. Dramatic moments. Historic accomplishments. The AP is republishing stories about a handful of such matches while the ... Flag as irrelevant
	Yahoo Sports LeBron James on Laura Ingraham defending Drew Brees: 'FN tired of this treatment' Yahoo Sports When LeBron James criticized president Donald Trump, Fox News host Laura Ingraham told LeBron: "No one voted for you. Millions elected Trump to be their coach. So, keep the political commentary to yourself. Or, as someone once said, 'Shut up and ... Flag as irrelevant
	AZCentral.com Former Texas State Players Claim Coach Danny Kaspar Made Numerous Racist Remarks Sports Illustrated Texas State head coach Danny Kaspar previously directed numerous racist remarks toward his players, according to former Bobcats point guard Jaylen Shead. Kaspar told Black players to "chase that chicken," per Shead, and said those who didn't exceed a ... Flag as irrelevant
	Chicago Tribune College football season could be shortened, NCAA chief tells congress Chicago Tribune The president of the NCAA told congressional Republicans this week that the football season this fall could be shortened, with the regular season perhaps ending by Thanksgiving because of the coronavirus pandemic. In a call on Wednesday with members ... Flag as irrelevant
	Sports Illustrated Elite WR Troy Stellato to Decide Between Ohio State, Clemson Live on SI Sports Illustrated Troy Stellato is ready. The Ft. Lauderdale (Fla.) Cardinal Gibbons wide receiver prospect, who picked up more than 40 verbal scholarship offers throughout his recruitment, is on the verge of making his college decision. Trimming his long list of options down to ... Flag as irrelevant
	Yahoo Sports 'Line crossed in attack on Benfica bus,' says German star Weigl Yahoo Sports Madrid (AFP) - Benfica midfielder Julian Weigl has said a "line was crossed" when an attack on the team's bus on Thursday night resulted in him and Serbian forward Andrija Zivkovic going to hospital. Weigl confirmed on social media that he is now "ok", ... Flag as irrelevant
	Yahoo Sports Brian Daboll: Jake Fromm has a lot of work to do to earn his teammates' trust Yahoo Sports A day after Bills rookie quarterback Jake Fromm admitted to sending a racist text message last year, his offensive coordinator is giving him a qualified show of support. Bills offensive coordinator Brian Daboll told reporters today that Fromm can earn the trust of ... Flag as irrelevant
	BloodHorse.com Four Graded Stakes Make Strong June 6 Card at Belmont BloodHorse.com On what was slated to be Belmont Stakes Day once upon a time, Saturday, June 6, has at least turned out to be racing's biggest day since the COVID-19 pandemic altered life as we know it. Santa Anita Park cards seven stakes topped by the Runhappy Santa ... Flag as irrelevant
	NBA.com Silver, NBA players seek 'new normal' in return to play amid pandemic NBA.com The excitement and anticipation across the basketball community were palpable Thursday as the NBA announced the format by which its 2019-20 season will resume this summer. But commissioner Adam Silver, admitting a mixed sporting metaphor, heeded ... Flag as irrelevant
	Washington Post Chelsea declared champion of curtailed Women's Super League Washington Post LONDON — Chelsea regained the Women's Super League trophy after being declared champion on Friday because the season was curtailed due to the coronavirus pandemic. The English Football Association's board decided to determine the final ... Flag as irrelevant
	BuffaloBills.com Bills Today | Why team communication is critical for Buffalo right now BuffaloBills.com 1. Why team communication is critical for Buffalo right now. Bills Assistant head coach Leslie Frazier said with a topic as personal as racial injustice it's easy for an NFL locker room to splinter. He along with head coach Sean McDermott have emphasized to ... Flag as irrelevant
	Yahoo Sports Getting to Texas was stressful ordeal for rookies making IndyCar debuts Yahoo Sports Rinus VeeKay was among the first IndyCar drivers to arrive in Texas this week for Saturday night's season opener (8 p.m. ET, NBC; schedule below). The extra time to decompress is welcome for the Dutchman After a wild odyssey to make his NTT IndyCar ... Flag as irrelevant
	USA TODAY Liverpool could win Premier League title at home after all USA TODAY LONDON (AP) — Liverpool could win the Premier League title at home after all. Police originally indicated they wanted the club's second game after the restart against Crystal Palace to be staged at a neutral venue because of concerns that supporters could ... Flag as irrelevant
	Hoops Habit Boston Celtics: 4 worst things this season for the Celtics Hoops Habit There's no problem finding examples of the best of the 2020 version of the young and emerging Boston Celtics. But it's not so simple finding the worst. You name it, there is a lot to like about the 2020 version of the Boston Celtics. From a deep talent pool led by ... Flag as irrelevant
	nj.com MLB rumors: Ex-Yankees rival arrested on domestic violence charge nj.com Carl Crawford is in big trouble. The former Tampa Bay Rays and Boston Red Sox star was arrested after accusations of assault by his ex-girlfriend. Here's the latest from ESPN. An arrest affidavit filed Wednesday by Houston police states that Crawford went to ... Flag as irrelevant
	Washington Post Messi has minor muscle injury ahead of league's restart Washington Post MADRID — Lionel Messi has a minor muscle injury and is training separately as a precaution ahead of the restart of the Spanish league next week, Barcelona said Friday. The club said Messi has a right thigh ailment and is "doing specific exercises to avoid ... Flag as irrelevant
	Yahoo Sports 400-meter upset winner at worlds suspended in doping case Yahoo Sports MONACO (AP) -- The winner of one of the most shocking races in memory has been provisionally suspended for failing to make herself available for doping tests. Salwa Eid Naser, who routed the defending Olympic gold medalist while running the best time in ... Flag as irrelevant
	mlive.com Tigers' last 10 draft classes: The standouts, dropouts and prospects still striving mlive.com DETROIT -- The Detroit Tigers drafted 41 players in 2015. So how are they doing today? Five years later: * Five of them have made the big leagues. * Three of the five made their debut with the Tigers. * Two of those three are still in the organization. Flag as irrelevant
	12th Man Rising Seahawks use of two tight end sets will only increase in 2020 12th Man Rising Seahawks coach Pete Carroll likes to run the ball, of course. But with the skill set of Seattle's tight ends, Seattle will use the group even more in 2020. The Seahawks currently have eight tight ends on the roster. Of course, the roster is currently bloated and will ... Flag as irrelevant
	WSOC Charlotte 'Now is not the time to stay silent': Panthers players join uptown marches WSOC Charlotte CHARLOTTE — A group of Carolina Panthers was quite literally on the front lines of a protest Tuesday in uptown Charlotte. Shaq Thompson, Chris Manhertz, Andre Smith, Tre Boston and Ian Thomas were among those marching for change. [ Crowds unify as ... Flag as irrelevant
	Peachtree Hoops Trae Young plays in Skinz League game as Oklahoma restrictions loosen Peachtree Hoops It didn't take Trae Young long to get back on the floor once the Hawks' season ended. The Atlanta Hawks all-star point guard played in the Skinz League in Oklahoma City on Wednesday night. Highlights from Ball is Life show Young played in a packed gym ... Flag as irrelevant
	Fox11online.com Murphy releases statement in regards to recent killings Fox11online.com GREEN BAY (WLUK) -- Packers president and CEO released a statement Thursday in regards to the recent killings, including George Floyd, who died May 25 in Minneapolis: "The Packers community has been horrified at the killings of George Floyd, Breonna ... Flag as irrelevant
	The Guardian Chess: Magnus Carlsen tries Champions Showdown after surprise failure The Guardian The world No 1 failed to make the final of the Lindores Abbey Rapid this week, an event won by 'the last Soviet' Daniil Dubov. Leonard Barden. Fri 5 Jun 2020 07.38 EDT Last modified on Fri 5 Jun 2020 08.27 EDT. Share on Facebook · Share on Twitter ... Flag as irrelevant
	Charlotte Observer 'Another tragedy' -- Dolphins coach knew shooting victim Charlotte Observer Miami Dolphins coach Brian Flores' roiling emotions of late regarding social injustice were compounded with the death of Chris Beaty, a good friend who was fatally shot after violence erupted during an Indianapolis protest. Beaty, 38, was a business owner in ... Flag as irrelevant
	TSN Larionov named Russian U20 head coach TSN The Russian Ice Hockey Federation has announced it has shuffled its coaches with Igor Larionov replacing Valeri Bragin as head coach of the U20 team and Bragin taking over the men's national team from Alexei Kudashov. Bragin will be assisted by Alexei ... Flag as irrelevant
	WMC Coronavirus hits Alabama football WMC MEMPHIS, Tenn. (WMC) - Five University of Alabama football players have tested positive for COVID-19. Bama players started returning to campus this week ahead of voluntary workouts. The Names of the players are not disclosed. Reports are many more ... Flag as irrelevant
	The42 Coronation Cup joy for Charlie Appleby as Ghaiyyath romps to Newmarket victory The42 GHAIYYATH MADE EVERY yard of the running to claim Group One gold in the Hurworth Bloodstock Coronation Cup at Newmarket. The five-year-old was sent off the 11-10 favourite and William Buick was quick to employ front-running tactics on Charlie ... Flag as irrelevant
	expressandstar.com Aston Villa defender Tyrone Mings shows support for Black Lives Matter movement in Birmingham expressandstar.com Villa defender Tyrone Mings showed his support for the Black Lives Matter movement by attending a protest in Birmingham on Thursday. Subscribe to our daily newsletter. Sign Up. Aston Villa's Tyrone Mings. The 27-year-old was among 4,000 demonstrators ... Flag as irrelevant
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