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	Sports As-it-happens update ⋅ August 28, 2020
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	ESPN Inside the NHL's decision to postpone two days of playoff games ESPN The NHL postponed all playoff games on Thursday and Friday to stand in solidarity with other sports leagues protesting racial injustice, including the recent police shooting of Jacob Blake. This decision came after the league took some criticism for playing all ... Flag as irrelevant
	Sports Illustrated Devin McCourty Feeling 'Hopeless' Due to Continued Social Injustice Sports Illustrated Cam Newton wasn't the only Patriot to address the Jacob Blake shooting this week. Devin McCourty, alongside with his brother Jason, are known for being strong advocates against social injustices in the United States, answered questions exclusively on the ... Flag as irrelevant
	ESPN Ringside Seat: Why Jose Ramirez and Daniel Dubois need to win this weekend ESPN Three televised shows, highlighted by unified junior welterweight titlist Jose Ramirez taking on Viktor Postol, will take place on Saturday -- and all three main events carry title implications. First scheduled for China on Feb. 1, then in Fresno, California, on May ... Flag as irrelevant
	Yahoo Sports Reds sweep Brewers as teams resume play following protest Yahoo Sports MILWAUKEE (AP) -- Wade Miley allowed one hit over four scoreless innings to help the Cincinnati Reds to a 6-0 victory and doubleheader sweep of the Milwaukee Brewers on Thursday night, one day after both teams opted not to play to protest racial ... Flag as irrelevant
	Sporting News Black players giving back during week MLB honors Jackie Robinson Sporting News Dozens of Black MLB players are marking this year's Jackie Robinson Day not only by making statements on behalf of the Black community, but also contributing real money to it. Players who belong to The Players Alliance have agreed to donate their pay for ... Flag as irrelevant
	NBC News NBA Players and Their Causes Will Benefit From Decision to Keep Playing Sports Illustrated LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. – NBA players will be back on the floor, perhaps as soon as this weekend, with the rank-and-file, after an emotionally charged 24 hours, deciding that staying in the bubble and using their platforms to push the social justice message ... Flag as irrelevant
	ESPN Abreu takes 10-game hit streak into matchup with Royals FOXSports.com Kansas City Royals (12-19, fifth in the AL Central) vs. Chicago White Sox (19-12, second in the AL Central). Chicago; Friday, 8:10 p.m. EDT. PITCHING PROBABLES: Kansas City: Danny Duffy (2-2, 3.99 ERA) Chicago: Reynaldo Lopez (0-1, 13.50 ERA). Flag as irrelevant
	Cyclingnews.com Thibaut Pinot 'on right track' for Tour de France victory Cyclingnews.com Could 2020 finally be Thibaut Pinot's year? Will the home nation's Tour de France hoodoo finally come to an end? While the answer to those questions won't be known for just over three weeks, the race will begin in Nice this weekend with Thibaut Pinot ... Flag as irrelevant
	News18 NBA Star LeBron James Emerges as Potent Political Force Ahead of November US Election The New York Times (Reuters) - Two years after a conservative commentator told LeBron James to "shut up and dribble," the NBA star has become an increasingly influential political force as issues of racial justice and voter suppression move to the forefront in the November ... Flag as irrelevant
	Forbes The Kalen Ballage Trade Shows How Much Clout New York Jets Coach Adam Gase Still Has Forbes Adam Gase's stint as interim general manager of the New York Jets ended in June 2019. But his influence in personnel matters, particularly on offense, is as strong as ever. And if you need proof, look no further than the trade the Jets consummated Thursday. Flag as irrelevant
	True Blue LA Tony Gonsolin will start Sunday for the Dodgers True Blue LA The Dodgers will turn to Tony Gonsolin to start Sunday against the Rangers in Arlington, manager Dave Roberts said after the club's doubleheader sweep in San Francisco. It will be the fourth start of the season for Gonsolin, who has a 0.00 ERA and a 2.14 ... Flag as irrelevant
	Federal Baseball Racial injustice is too important an issue for Washington Nationals and other athletes to "stick to sports" Federal Baseball "Sports are like the reward of a functioning society." Those were the words of Sean Doolittle as the Washington Nationals reported to Spring Training 2.0 before this pandemic-affected Major League Baseball season began. Even though he was primarily ... Flag as irrelevant
	ESPN Liverpool's Klopp: 'No chance' Messi will join club ESPN Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp has said there is "no chance" the club will sign Barcelona captain Lionel Messi this summer. Messi has told Barca he wants to leave the club and sources have told ESPN that Pep Guardiola and Messi spoke on the phone last ... Flag as irrelevant
	Washington Post Baylor, BC, Kentucky and USF call off football practices Washington Post Football practice was canceled at Boston College, Kentucky, South Florida, and other schools Thursday, joint decisions made by coaches and players and inspired by NBA players protesting racial injustice. Support our journalism. Subscribe today. Flag as irrelevant
	mlive.com MHSAA plans to 'get creative' for cross country, golf and tennis postseasons mlive.com So far so good for the three fall sports that were given the OK to start last week across Michigan. The Michigan High School Athletic Association is now determined to make sure that those athletes finish what they have started. While the football season has ... Flag as irrelevant
	Washington Post Sporting Kansas City visits the Colorado Rapids in Western Conference action Washington Post Sporting Kansas City (5-2-0, first in the Western Conference) vs. Colorado Rapids (2-3-1, eighth in the Western Conference). Commerce City, Colorado; Saturday, 9 p.m. EDT. Support our journalism. Subscribe today. BOTTOM LINE: The Colorado Rapids play ... Flag as irrelevant
	Yahoo Sports WNBA games postponed for 2nd straight night over shooting Yahoo Sports For the second consecutive day, the WNBA postponed three games following the weekend shooting of Jacob Blake. In Bradenton, Florida, in the WNBA bubble, Chicago was to face Indiana, New York was to meet Dallas and Las Vegas was set to play Seattle ... Flag as irrelevant
	Washington Post San Diego's Cronenworth puts 11-game hit streak on the line against Rockies Washington Post San Diego Padres (19-14, second in the NL West) vs. Colorado Rockies (16-15, third in the NL West). Denver; Friday, 8:40 p.m. EDT. Support our journalism. Subscribe today. PITCHING PROBABLES: San Diego: Zach Davies (4-2, 3.03 ERA) Colorado: Kyle ... Flag as irrelevant
	San Francisco Chronicle 49ers remain on the job, but social justice actions continue off the field San Francisco Chronicle The 49ers practiced Thursday while much of the rest of the sports world paused. But they indicated they will remain part of the racial-justice conversation that was reignited Sunday by the police shooting of Jacob Blake in Wisconsin. The 49ers' players ... Flag as irrelevant
	Idaho Statesman Marmolejos' slam gives Mariners a twinbill split with Padres Idaho Statesman Rookie José Marmolejos hit his first grand slam and Shed Long Jr. also connected in the six-run first inning that carried the Seattle Mariners to an 8-3 victory against the San Diego Padres and a split of Thursday's doubleheader. The Mariners took two of three ... Flag as irrelevant
	Northwest Arkansas Democrat-Gazette Osaka stood tall, and alone, in protest Northwest Arkansas Democrat-Gazette The Milwaukee Bucks stood together after they refused to take the court for a playoff game against the Orlando Magic on Wednesday, finding strength in numbers as they repeated fervent pleas for racial justice. After the Dodgers decided they couldn't be silent ... Flag as irrelevant
	ESPN USMNT's Weston McKennie in Italy ahead of Juventus move ESPN United States men's national team star Weston McKennie has arrived in Italy ahead of officially signing with Serie A champions Juventus. The player will join the Italian side from German club Schalke with Juve tweeting photos and a video on Thursday of ... Flag as irrelevant
	ESPN Landers Nolley eligible for Memphis Tigers after NCAA approves transfer ESPN MEMPHIS, Tenn. -- The NCAA has approved Landers Nolley's request for a transfer, allowing him to play this season at Memphis. Memphis announced the NCAA's approval Thursday. Editor's Picks. Former Va. Tech forward to transfer to Memphis. Flag as irrelevant
	247Sports UK football takes practice off to protest social injustices 247Sports LEXINGTON, Ky. — The University of Kentucky football team collectively walked out of Thursday's practice to show support for ongoing protests to social injustice. The Wildcats followed the lead of several professional sports teams that postponed games on ... Flag as irrelevant
	Eurosport.co.uk A difference maker or a squad player? Assessing Willian's potential impact at Arsenal Eurosport.co.uk Will Willian significantly improve Arsenal or will he be a bit-part player? We look at how the Brazilian fits into Mikel Arteta's plans. Arteta 'pretty confident' Aubameyang will sign new Arsenal deal. Football. Arteta 'pretty confident' Aubameyang will sign new ... Flag as irrelevant
	Racing News Watertown's Tim McCreadie wins Lucas late model special at Port Royal syracuse.com Watertown's Tim McCreadie won Thursday night's Lucas Oil Late Model Tour special at the Port Royal (Pennsylvania) Speedway. After setting a fast time in pre-race time trials, McCreadie picked up $10,000 for his wire-to-wire performance in the 30-lap main ... Flag as irrelevant
	Roanoke Times After Barcelona, Messi's Argentine hometown dreams of return Roanoke Times BUENOS AIRES, Argentina (AP) — A mural of a young Lionel Messi in a Newell's Old Boys jersey, tiny and barefoot with a soccer ball in front of him, inspires hundreds of young people at the Argentine club's youth school to dream of succeeding like their ... Flag as irrelevant
	expressandstar.com 5 talking points ahead of the first ever Community Shield double header expressandstar.com The English season's traditional curtain-raiser takes place this weekend when Wembley plays host to both the men's and women's Community Shield. Ahead of Saturday's matches, the PA news agency picks out some of the main talking points. Flag as irrelevant
	NASCAR on NBC Sports Greg Biffle joins GMS Racing for Darlington Truck race NASCAR on NBC Sports Greg Biffle is back once again. GMS Racing announced Thursday that the 2000 Truck Series champion will drive for the team in the Sept. 6 race at Darlington Raceway. The former Cup Series driver will make his first NASCAR start since he competed in and ... Flag as irrelevant
	WTSP.com Rays boycott Thursday night game in the name of racial justice WTSP.com TAMPA, Fla — The Tampa Bay Rays are the latest professional sports team to take a stand in the name of social justice. The team is boycotting its Thursday night game against the Baltimore Orioles. Fox Sports Florida reporter Tricia Whitaker tweeted about ... Flag as irrelevant
	Goal.com Messi and Griezmann aren't incompatible at Barcelona – Deschamps Goal.com The Les Bleus boss believes his French striker can shine alongside the Argentine in seasons to come if given the chance. France head coach Didier Deschamps insisted Antoine Griezmann can successfully play alongside Lionel Messi as the Barcelona ... Flag as irrelevant
	KRDO Rockies cancel game Thursday in solidarity with nationwide protests KRDO DENVER (KRDO) -- After discussing as a group, the Colorado Rockies canceled a game scheduled for Thursday, "standing in solidarity with athletes and sports teams against social injustice." The Colorado major league baseball team made the ... Flag as irrelevant
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