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	Sports As-it-happens update ⋅ July 9, 2021
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	NHL.com Top 10 questions for the NHL offseason NHL.com Though the 2020-21 season ended two days ago, the rest of the NHL had been making plans for what's to come in the next few weeks, including 2021 NHL Expansion Draft for the Seattle Kraken on July 21, the 2021 NHL Draft on July 23-24, and the opening of ... Flag as irrelevant
	USA TODAY Rookie Logan Gilbert shines as Mariners shut out Yankees 4-0 USA TODAY SEATTLE (AP) — After two straight days of watching their starting pitcher get battered from the outset, the Seattle Mariners were thrilled to see a clean opening inning from rookie Logan Gilbert. Gilbert's day only got better from there. "I went into it saying, if they ... Flag as irrelevant
	USA TODAY Nunez, Rockies avoid sweep, beat D-Backs for rare road win USA TODAY PHOENIX (AP) — Light-hitting Dom Nunez doubled twice and singled as the Colorado Rockies avoided a three-game sweep by the team with the worst record in the majors, beating the Arizona Diamondbacks 9-3 Wednesday. The Rockies won for just the ... Flag as irrelevant
	USA TODAY Replay at 2nd base in 7th inning helps Twins down Tigers 5-3 USA TODAY MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — Ryan Jeffers and Miguel Sanó homered and the Minnesota Twins took advantage of a replay reversal to score three runs in the seventh inning, rallying past the Detroit Tigers 5-3 on Thursday night. Jeffers' homer with one out in the fifth ... Flag as irrelevant
	ESPN Spain to be without Juancho Hernangomez for Olympics after Minnesota Timberwolves power forward injures shoulder ESPN LAS VEGAS -- Spain power forward Juancho Hernangomez will miss the Tokyo Olympics after dislocating his left shoulder during an exhibition victory Thursday over France, a significant blow for the reigning World Cup champions. Hernangomez -- who plays ... Flag as irrelevant
	MLSsoccer.com Recap: Nashville SC 2, Atlanta United 2 MLSsoccer.com Jackson Conway's first MLS goal cancelled out Hany Mukhtar's go-ahead penalty as Atlanta United and Nashville SC played to a 2-2 draw at Nissan Stadium on Thursday evening. It was a dream start for Atlanta as they struck within the first five minutes of the ... Flag as irrelevant
	USA TODAY US swimmer Michael Andrew is biggest Olympic name to reveal they have not received COVID vaccine USA TODAY At last month's U.S. Olympic trials, USA Swimming President and CEO Tim Hinchey estimated "around 90 percent" of the U.S. national team had been vaccinated. It's unknown if any other U.S. Olympic swimmers are unvaccinated. Vaccines are not mandatory at ... Flag as irrelevant
	Cyclingnews.com Tour de France stage 12 analysis: Entering a new phase Cyclingnews.com The shape of the Tour is changing, and with it teams are having to restructure their goals as chances change and drop away. The first week of Van der Poel in yellow and the excitement of Brittany seem like so long ago, which is always the nature of La Grande ... Flag as irrelevant
	ESPN Louisiana teen Zaila Avant-garde correctly spells 'murraya' to win Scripps National Spelling Bee ESPN LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. -- Whether dribbling a basketball or identifying obscure Latin or Greek roots, Zaila Avant-garde doesn't show much stress. Now she has become the first African American winner in the 96-year history of the Scripps National Spelling ... Flag as irrelevant
	USA TODAY Brazil vs Argentina final, more than just Neymar vs Messi USA TODAY RIO DE JANEIRO (AP) — A contest between Neymar and Lionel Messi is how many fans perceive the Copa America final between Brazil and Argentina. The players themselves, though, see the bigger challenge on Saturday at Maracana Stadium will be ... Flag as irrelevant
	New York Post Yankees' lack of hitting hindering hopes of season-changing surge New York Post On a day when the Yankee hitters made 6-foot-6 rookie right-hander Logan Gilbert look like Jacob deGrom Lite, when Gilbert yielded only a Giancarlo Stanton double in the second inning and retired 18 Yankees in a row, Montgomery (nine strikeouts) could not ... Flag as irrelevant
	Milwaukee Journal Sentinel Brewers 5, Reds 3: Avisaíl García's eighth-inning homer sends Milwaukee to victory Milwaukee Journal Sentinel Avisail Garcia of the Milwaukee Brewers hits a two-run home run in the eighth. No better way to open a crucial stretch of seven straight games against a divisional opponent than with a soul ... Flag as irrelevant
	NBC Sports Danny Green clears the air on free agency rumors NBC Sports Will he get another shot at helping this team to a Conference Finals, and maybe even a title? If you listen to Green discuss his upcoming offseason on the newest Takeoff with John Clark podcast, the ... Flag as irrelevant
	The Boston Globe Naomi Osaka speaks out in Time essay The Boston Globe Osaka then pulled out of that tournament. She hasn't played since Paris, also sitting out Wimbledon. She will return to competition at the Tokyo Olympics, which open July 23, and where she will represent her native Japan … Flag as irrelevant
	CBS Denver Play Ball Park Offers MLB All-Star Fans A Real Baseball Experience CBS Denver DENVER (CBS4) – Major League Baseball previewed the free fan experience it has created for All-Star Week at the Colorado Convention Center on Thursday, a celebration of the sport created in just over two months. League staff who created Play Ball Park ... Flag as irrelevant
	NBC Sports Eflin ends his first half on high note as Phillies leave Wrigley with series win NBC Sports He got a whole lot of help from Brad Miller, who hit three home runs in a rare start in place of Rhys Hoskins. It's the first time the Phillies have won a road series of at least four games since September 2017. They played 18 such series over that span, losing ... Flag as irrelevant
	CBSSports.com Nets' James Harden detained by French police, but not arrested, per report CBSSports.com The incident occurred when a car was pulled over by police officers due to the smell of cannabis, according to the French newspaper Le Parisien. Rapper Lil Baby, whose real name is Dominique Jones, was reportedly among those in the car. Flag as irrelevant
	GMA News Online NBA Finals: Suns beat Bucks for 2-0 lead Los Angeles Times The Phoenix Suns have never been closer to an NBA title. Devin Booker scored 31 points, Chris Paul had 23 and the Suns beat the Milwaukee Bucks 118-108 on Thursday night to take a 2-0 series lead. The Suns surged ahead late in the first half, withstood ... Flag as irrelevant
	Boston.com The Red Sox have the No. 4 pick in the MLB Draft. Here are 10 prospects you should know Boston.com A variety of options could be available for the Red Sox on Sunday. Henry Davis Louisville's Henry Davis runs the bases during an NCAA baseball game. AP Photo/Ben McKeown. Flag as irrelevant
	STLtoday.com Season(s) on the brink: Middling Cardinals, Cubs meet at breakpoint, could determine directions at deadline STLtoday.com CHICAGO — When last the Cardinals visited Wrigley Field, they were the team on the plunge, unsure where or how far their fall from first place would take them. They return knowing new depths of the standings, and the Cubs, taking a more direct route, have ... Flag as irrelevant
	MLSsoccer.com Columbus Crew acquire Erik Hurtado in trade from CF Montréal MLSsoccer.com Hurtado will add much-needed depth to an attack that has been hit by the Concacaf Gold Cup call-ups of first-choice striker Gyasi Zardes (USA) and Kevin Molino (Trinidad & Tobago). Offseason arrival Bradley Wright-Phillips is currently sidelined with injury. Flag as irrelevant
	USA TODAY Andrade, Ames shoot 65s for 1st-round lead at US Senior Open USA TODAY Wes Short Jr. shot 66. Alex Cejka, looking for his third victory in a senior major this year, and Robert Karlsson followed at 67. Andrade, who started on the 10th hole, pulled ... Flag as irrelevant
	The Washington Post Strong start by Montas leads Athletics over Astros 2-1 The Washington Post HOUSTON — Oakland manager Bob Melvin was a bit concerned when his team didn't add on after jumping out to a 2-0 first-inning lead Thursday. The Athletics had led in the first two games of this series before the Astros rallied for wins. Support our ... Flag as irrelevant
	USA TODAY Fans make presence felt as Conor McGregor, Dustin Poirier meet at UFC 264 press conference USA TODAY LAS VEGAS — With all the trash talk, near-fights and an electric atmosphere created by the fans, UFC President Dana White summed up the UFC 264 press conference best: "It's good to be back home," White said. It had been 16 months since UFC last had a ... Flag as irrelevant
	Chicago Sun-Times Jed Hoyer says Cubs' plans at trade deadline have changed Chicago Sun-Times A lot can change in 11 days. When the Cubs combined for a no-hitter June 24 against the Dodgers in Los Angeles, they were in first place in their division and their path through the July trade deadline looked like they could be bolstering the roster for a playoff ... Flag as irrelevant
	Orlando Sentinel Magic ready to hire a head coach, according to reports Orlando Sentinel The Orlando Magic appear to be close to hiring Dallas Mavericks assistant coach Jamahl Mosley as the team's next head coach, according to ESPN's NBA Insider Adrian Wojnarowski. Mosley would be the 15th head coach in the 32 seasons of the Orlando ... Flag as irrelevant
	The Washington Post Source: Fury positive for COVID, 3rd Wilder bout postponed The Washington Post The person spoke to The Associated Press on condition of anonymity Thursday because the promoters of the lucrative heavyweight trilogy are still finalizing the new date for the most anticipated heavyweight bout of the summer. Flag as irrelevant
	Sporting News What channel is Novak Djokovic vs. Denis Shapovalov? TV coverage, live stream for Wimbledon semifinals Sporting News Wimbledon is down to its final four, and the second semifinal Friday will be a battle of a player in his 41st career Grand Slam semifinal against a player in his first. It's world No. 1 Novak Djokovic vs. Canadian rising star Denis Shapovalov. branding logo. Flag as irrelevant
	The Washington Post Munoz, Hadley share the lead at John Deere Classic The Washington Post SILVIS, Ill. — Sebastian Munoz never knows when the switch will come on and the putts start to fall, but he recognized it happening Thursday in the John Deere Classic. Munoz was motoring along when he closed with five straight birdies at the TPC Deere ... Flag as irrelevant
	Sports Illustrated Mississippi State Athletes Capitalizing Off the NIL Era Sports Illustrated The world of college sports changed forever after the NCAA ruled to allow college athletes to begin to profit from their Name, Image and Likeness -- starting on July 1, 2021. Flag as irrelevant
	NBC Chicago Cubs Observations: Phillies Hit 4 Home Runs, Win Another Blowout NBC Chicago 1. The Cubs made Phillies starter Zach Eflin work in the first two innings but had nothing to show for it. Eflin threw 51 pitches total but escaped a pair of two-on, two-out jams. Flag as irrelevant
	Reuters Draft Roundup: Scotty Pippen Jr. returning to Vandy Reuters 2021-07-09 00:33:38 GMT+00:00 - Vanderbilt guard Scotty Pippen Jr. has decided to return for his junior season after exploring his options for the upcoming 2021 NBA Draft. Pippen announced his decision late Wednesday night on social media under the ... Flag as irrelevant
	Raiders.com Derek Carr discusses his love of the Raiders, supporting Carl Nassib and chasing a Lombardi Trophy Raiders.com Carr sat down with Michael Holley and Michael Smith to discuss about his love for the city of Las Vegas, his excitement for getting to work with his offense and his reaction to Nassib coming out as gay several weeks ago. Flag as irrelevant
	TwinCities.com-Pioneer Press Timberwolves don't have a draft pick. Here's why they're still holding workouts for draft prospects TwinCities.com-Pioneer Press The Timberwolves currently do not have a pick in the 2021 NBA Draft later this month. Those both belong to the Golden State Warriors, via Minnesota's trade for D'Angelo Russell in February 2020. But that doesn't mean the Wolves will be bystanders come ... Flag as irrelevant
	ESPN Euro 2020: Sterling deserves praise as England's best player, and one of stars of tournament ESPN Rather than basking in headlines celebrating his man-of-the-match performance that inspired England to a Euro 2020 semifinal victory against Denmark on Wednesday at Wembley, Raheem Sterling was greeted with criticism for "diving" to win the penalty that ... Flag as irrelevant
	WGN-TV Bears' training camp takes on a different look for fans at Halas Hall in 2021 WGN-TV LAKE FOREST – In January of 2020, the Bears made a significant move when it came to where they would spend part of their preseason in the future. It was a major change for fans in the Chicagoland area, who wouldn't be traveling as far to see them take ... Flag as irrelevant
	The Dallas Morning News Rangers OF Joey Gallo trails only Shohei Ohtani in Home Run Derby betting odds The Dallas Morning News Los Angeles Angels two-way sensation Shohei Ohtani is the top seed and the odds-on favorite in Monday night's All-Star Home Run Derby at Denver's Coors Field. Texas Rangers outfielder Joey Gallo, who was recently announced as a participant, is seeded ... Flag as irrelevant
	Pelican Debrief NBA Draft: What would the Pelicans give up for the number one pick? Pelican Debrief Cade Cunningham is the presumptive number one choice and is a guy who would be a nearly perfect fit with Zion Williamson, as he can score from all three levels, plays smothering defense and has a high basketball I.Q. to go with it. Flag as irrelevant
	USA TODAY Plesac back, starting for Indians after freak thumb injury USA TODAY CLEVELAND (AP) — Indians starter Zach Plesac has been activated from the injured list and will make his first start since breaking a thumb in May while removing his undershirt. Plesac will start Thursday night against the Kansas City Royals as the Indians try ... Flag as irrelevant
	Tuscaloosa Magazine Shackelford narrows choices, leaves door open for UA return per report Tuscaloosa Magazine Alabama guard Jaden Shackelford has narrowed his transfer choices to three schools and also indicated that he had not ruled out a return to Tuscaloosa according to a report by Stadium's Jeff Goodman Thursday night. Of the three teams other than Alabama ... Flag as irrelevant
	Dodgers Way Dodgers: 3 starting pitchers LAD could target after Clayton Kershaw injury Dodgers Way The Los Angeles Dodgers, after opening the 2021 season with the most ballyhooed rotation in modern history, are approaching the trade deadline three months later not just seeking rotation insurance, but desperate for it. How did we get here? The Dodgers ... Flag as irrelevant
	USA TODAY Andrei Vasilevskiy shines again in Stanley Cup, but refuses the spotlight ABC Action News TAMPA — "He makes guys like us look good," Lightning head coach Jon Cooper joked when asked about goaltender Andrei Vasilevskiy. "I can't believe how he shuts the door in the biggest games of his career," Cooper added after game five. "He's a luxury ... Flag as irrelevant
	Lone Star Ball Texas Rangers 2021 draft preview: Spencer Schwellenbach Lone Star Ball Spencer Schwellenbach is a 6'1", 200 lb. righthanded hitter and thrower who plays shortstop and pitches for the University of Nebraska. Schwellenbach checked in at #458 on the Baseball America 2018 pre-draft rankings, when he was graded as a pitcher ... Flag as irrelevant
	Sportsnaut New Orleans Saints confirm previous interest in Tom Brady Sportsnaut The New Orleans Saints are set to watch Jameis Winston and Taysom Hill battle it out to replace the recently-retired Drew Brees during training camp. But in a parallel universe, Tom Brady might have been a member of the Saints. Let us explain. Once Brady ... Flag as irrelevant
	LSU Wire 4-star linebacker Demario Tolan commits to the LSU Tigers LSU Wire The four-star Florida product becomes the first linebacker to commit to the 2022 class. He joins Tygee Hill, JaDarian Rhym, Laterrance Welch, and Jacoby Mathews on the defensive side of the ball. Flag as irrelevant
	mlblogs.com Julio Urías gives bullpen a breather, helping Dodgers avoid a sweep mlblogs.com by Rowan Kavner. Every six-inning start brings new meaning now for a depleted Dodger rotation that currently includes three full-time starters. A seven-inning start is even better. In between a bullpen game Wednesday and another planned for Friday, Julio ... Flag as irrelevant
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