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	Sports As-it-happens update ⋅ August 18, 2019
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	USA TODAY Former NFL RB, Texas Longhorn Cedric Benson dies at 36 in motorcycle accident USA TODAY Former NFL running back and Texas Longhorns star Cedric Benson died Saturday night in a motorcycle accident, Benson's attorney, Sam Bassett, confirmed to USA TODAY Sports on Sunday in an email. Benson was 36. Bassett said Austin law enforcement ... Flag as irrelevant
	USA TODAY ESPN 'Sunday Night Baseball' broadcaster Jessica Mendoza on car accident: '(I) had nightmares' USA TODAY Since "Sunday Night Baseball" only broadcasts a handful of its games from the West Coast, Jessica Mendoza -- one of the telecast's color commentators and native Californian -- wanted to be there. So, days after being involved in a car accident in Southern ... Flag as irrelevant
	USA TODAY Sean McVay broke down plays on TV during a Rams game, and it was delightful USA TODAY It's fun to get inside Sean McVay's head. The Los Angeles Rams coach is one of the most promising young minds in the NFL, and is fresh off a trip to the Super Bowl, where he was bested by Bill Belichick, one of the most brilliant coaches in the history of the ... Flag as irrelevant
	Los Angeles Times Column: Saints' Taysom Hill is a do-it-all quarterback still perfecting his game Los Angeles Times He's listed as the third-string quarterback for the New Orleans Saints, but no simple label defines the do-it-all Taysom Hill. His role is as complex as his agenda during a typical training camp practice, when he zigzags from position group to position group, ... Flag as irrelevant
	NBCSports.com Washington Nationals Roundup: Nats to fall to Brewers in wild 14-inning affair NBCSports.com Check out the latest Nationals news and notes after their 15-14 loss to the Milwaukee Brewers. Player Notes: Max Scherzer (back) threw 64 pitches in a simulated game on Saturday. If all goes well on the recovery side, Scherzer could be back with the team ... Flag as irrelevant
	New York Post Luis Severino throws off Yankee Stadium mound in big step toward return New York Post Yankees ace Luis Severino took another step toward making his season debut, throwing off a mound at the Stadium for the first time all year. Severino – who hasn't pitched all year due to multiple injuries to his pitching arm and shoulder – tossed in the bullpen ... Flag as irrelevant
	Seattle Times JP Crawford has slowed down after a torrid debut, but Mariners manager Scott Servais isn't concerned Seattle Times TORONTO – While shortstop J.P. Crawford has cemented himself as the Mariners' everyday shortstop, he's still far from a finished product in many ways. He's going to play more MLB games in the 2019 season than he has played in the previous two seasons. Flag as irrelevant
	Heavy.com Dwight Howard Lakers Reunion a Strong Fit for Both Sides Heavy.com The proposed reunion between Dwight Howard and the Los Angeles Lakers makes too much sense to pass up. As reported by Shams Charania of The Athletic, the Lakers are expected to request permission to speak with the All-Star center and former Lakers ... Flag as irrelevant
	Sports Illustrated Maddy Freking Shines in Little League World Series Pitching Debut Sports Illustrated Minnesota's Maddy Freking became only the 19th girl to play in the 72-year history of the Little League World Series–only the sixth female to pitch–and the first to pitch since Mo'ne Davis dazzled the nation from atop a Little League World Series pitcher's ... Flag as irrelevant
	Forbes Five Top Players Who Could Still Move In The European Transfer Window Forbes SHENZHEN, CHINA - AUGUST 02: Neymar Jr of Paris Saint-Germain looks during the training session ahead of the French Trophy of Champions football match between Rennes and Paris Saint-Germain at Shenzhen Universiadg Sports Center stadium on ... Flag as irrelevant
	247Sports Reaction: Tar Heels going with freshman Sam Howell at QB 247Sports North Carolina true freshman Sam Howell will get first-team reps from now on entering game prep for the Tar Heels' upcoming season opener against South Carolina in Charlotte, first-year coach Mack Brown announced Sunday. Reportedly in a dead heat for ... Flag as irrelevant
	Forbes Stipe Miocic And Daniel Cormier Lead UFC 241 Fighter Payouts Forbes Eight of the 24 competitors on Saturday's UFC 241 fight card took home six-digit payouts. The two fighters at the top of the card, heavyweights Stipe Miocic and Daniel Cormier were the highest earners on the pay-per-view event. In the headlining bout, Miocic ... Flag as irrelevant
	ESPN Nats closer Doolittle goes to IL after blown save ESPN Washington Nationals closer Sean Doolittle was placed on the 10-day injured list Sunday with right knee tendinitis, a day after he blew his sixth save chance of the season. Doolittle, 32, allowed three home runs and four runs in the ninth inning Saturday night ... Flag as irrelevant
	NorthJersey.com Three topics to visit before the Mets play for a series victory in Kansas City NorthJersey.com KANSAS CITY, Missouri — A series is up for grabs on Sunday in Kansas City. Here are three topics to visit as the teams square off at Kauffman Stadium: Aug 16, 2019; Kansas City, MO, USA; New York Mets left fielder J.D. Davis (28) rounds third base during ... Flag as irrelevant
	Around the Foghorn San Francisco Giants: Austin Slater becoming part of the future Around the Foghorn San Francisco Giants outfielder Austin Slater has had an up-and-down career since he debuted with the team in 2017. With the adjustments that Austin Slater made to his swing mechanics prior to the season, the young San Francisco Giants outfielder is ... Flag as irrelevant
	The Guardian England go close but Australia hold out to draw second Ashes Test The Guardian Second Test: England 258 & 258-5dec; Australia 250 & 154-6 • Leach and Archer take three wickets each but Australia survive. Vic Marks at Lord's. Sun 18 Aug 2019 14.35 EDT Last modified on Sun 18 Aug 2019 15.45 EDT. Share on Facebook · Share on ... Flag as irrelevant
	NBCSports.com Chris Bassitt's heroics save a tired A's bullpen in win over Astros NBCSports.com OAKLAND -- After the first inning, Chris Bassitt seemed unlikely to get through five frames, let alone six. Sure, the A's right-hander didn't give up any runs, but he had to make 31 pitches to retire the side. By the end of the third inning, Bassitt had thrown 69 ... Flag as irrelevant
	ESPN Ashley Cole retires from football aged 38 ESPN Former England international Ashley Cole has retired at the age of 38. The left-back won the Champions League, Premier League, League Cup and Europa League throughout his career, as well as a record seven FA Cups. - ESPN Premier League fantasy: ... Flag as irrelevant
	The Sydney Morning Herald A high-speed Test match that gave us what every sporting contest needs The Sydney Morning Herald On a day that was played under the shadow of an injured batsman, it was fitting that the high-speed grand prix that was the second Test match ended under a safety flag. Video Player is loading. Play Video. Play. Mute. Current Time 0:00. /. Duration 0:00. Flag as irrelevant
	The Guardian Earthlight raises 2000 Guineas hopes with victory in Prix Morny The Guardian Fabre-trained horse triumphs over Raffle Prize at Deauville • 'He will go further, he will be a Guineas horse for sure'. Chris Cook · @claimsfive. Sun 18 Aug 2019 11.57 EDT Last modified on Sun 18 Aug 2019 13.50 EDT. Share on Facebook · Share on Twitter ... Flag as irrelevant
	New Zealand Herald Rugby: Springboks blushes spared by disallowed try New Zealand Herald A second-string Springboks team beat Argentina 24-18 in a Rugby World Cup warmup test which would have given both team's preparations a different complexion if the Pumas hadn't had a late try disallowed. Lucas Mensa's score in the 77th minute would ... Flag as irrelevant
	Stuff.co.nz Struggling Rieko Ioane one of nine All Blacks released to play in Mitre 10 Cup TVNZ Underperforming winger Rieko Ioane, along with eight other All Blacks, have been released by team management to play for their respective domestic teams in the third round of the Mitre 10 Cup. Ioane, who was dropped from Saturday's 36-0 win over the ... Flag as irrelevant
	Stuff.co.nz Dressing down to dressing room: Wallabies and All Blacks' hate on ice Stuff.co.nz Beers in the dressing rooms and well wishes from Steve Hansen. Is a thawing in trans-Tasman rugby relations under way? The Wallabies spent 20 minutes chewing the fat with the All Blacks in the hosts' sheds after the 36-0 loss at Eden Park on Saturday ... Flag as irrelevant
	Reuters Hamlin grinds out fourth win of season at Bristol Reuters EditorsNote: Corrects spelling to "Leavine"; deletes second "Kyle" reference to Busch; tweaks playoff scenarios for clarity; other minor edits. Aug 17, 2019; Bristol, TN, USA; NASCAR Cup Series driver Aric Almirola (10) wrecks in front of NASCAR Cup Series ... Flag as irrelevant
	Business Day Siya Kolisi is good to go for the World Cup‚ says Bok coach Business Day Springboks coach Rassie Erasmus has declared captain Siya Kolisi ready for the World Cup in Japan in September after he came through unscathed in the 24-18 win over Argentina at Loftus on Saturday. Kolisi played 52 minutes in his successful return to ... Flag as irrelevant
	Squamish Chief Adams Jr., Alouettes come from behind to beat Stampeders 40-34 in overtime Squamish Chief CALGARY — Quarterback Vernon Adams Jr. didn't care that the Montreal Alouettes hadn't won a game in Calgary since 2009. He also didn't care that his team was down 11 points late in Saturday's game against the defending Grey Cup champions. Flag as irrelevant
	Express.co.uk Dana White makes Conor McGregor return statement after alleged pub punch video emerges Express.co.uk UFC president Dana White has revealed Conor McGregor's alleged actions at a Dublin pub last April won't prevent him from returning to the Octagon. By Chisanga Malata. 11:32, Sun, Aug 18, 2019 | UPDATED: 14:58, Sun, Aug 18, 2019. Conor McGregor. Flag as irrelevant
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