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	Sports As-it-happens update ⋅ August 19, 2020
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	ESPN Big Ten won't revisit decision to postpone fall sports, Kevin Warren says ESPN Big Ten commissioner Kevin Warren on Wednesday released an open letter to the conference community stating that the vote by the Big Ten's Council of Presidents and Chancellors was "overwhelmingly in support of postponing fall sports and will not be ... Flag as irrelevant
	ESPN Raptors met as team to watch video of Masai Ujiri's encounter with cop at '19 NBA Finals ESPN The Toronto Raptors met as a team on Tuesday to view new video footage showing team president Masai Ujiri's altercation with a San Francisco area sheriff's deputy in the moments after they won last year's NBA Finals. The footage shows the deputy, Alan ... Flag as irrelevant
	ESPN Red Sox snap 9-game skid, Devers homer in 6-3 win over Phils ESPN BOSTON -- Stuck in a nine-game skid, the Boston Red Sox quickly seemed to be heading toward loss No. 10. Especially after rookie Kyle Hart issued a pair of four-pitch walks, loading the bases for the high-scoring Philadelphia Phillies with no outs in the first ... Flag as irrelevant
	Washington Post LSU QB Brennan aims to validate upheld commitment, patience Washington Post LSU quarterback Myles Brennan is well on his way to becoming a poster boy for upheld commitments and delayed gratification. All that's left now is to finally fulfill the promise he showed as a record-setting Mississippi high school passer, who in 2016 became ... Flag as irrelevant
	Washington Post Disney is nice but for NBA's top teams, no place like home Yahoo Sports LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. (AP) -- The Lakers and Bucks exited practice Wednesday to palm trees around them and sunny skies overhead. The weather is good at Walt Disney World. The service is great. The setting seems ideal. For the best NBA teams, ... Flag as irrelevant
	Yahoo Sports Giants rookie OT Andrew Thomas learning and looking for job Yahoo Sports EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. (AP) -- Barring the unforeseen, expect rookie Andrew Thomas to start at left tackle for the New York Giants this season. General manager Dave Gettleman and the struggling Giants made a big investment taking Thomas with the No. Flag as irrelevant
	NFL.com Seahawks to play first three games at CenturyLink Field without '12th Man' in attendance NFL.com The Seahawks will be without their "12th Man" to begin the regular season. Seattle announced Wednesday that it will play at least its first three games at CenturyLink Field without fans due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. The team is set to host the ... Flag as irrelevant
	CBSSports.com Tiger Woods commits to 2020 BMW Championship, could potentially play four golf events in five weeks CBSSports.com Tiger Woods has entered the second event of the FedEx Cup playoffs by opting to be part of next week's BMW Championship field, setting up a potentially grueling five-week stretch. The 15-time major champion could compete in four events during that span, ... Flag as irrelevant
	ESPN Oscar De La Hoya, 47, says he's ending retirement to resume boxing career ESPN Oscar De La Hoya told ESPN on Wednesday that he will return to the ring at the age of 47. Twelve years after his last fight, the 11-time titlist confirmed he's ready to end his retirement. "The rumors are true, and I'm going to start sparring in the next few weeks," ... Flag as irrelevant
	ESPN In Bayern Munich's Champions League final run, youth and experience blend perfectly ESPN There was something typically Bayern Munich about the German champions' response to being humbled by Liverpool in last season's Champions League. What happened next after their round-of-16 elimination by Jurgen Klopp's team, who would go on to lift ... Flag as irrelevant
	Comcast SportsNet New England Patriots Talk Podcast: Popping and dropping - Who has looked good at camp? Comcast SportsNet New England New England Patriots camp is in full swing as players now have three days of padded practices under their belts. Given the quarterback competition, the tight end situation, and the position battles on defense, there are plenty of players and storylines to keep ... Flag as irrelevant
	CBSSports.com Jazz vs. Nuggets score: Donovan Mitchell helps Utah bounce back in Game 2 to even series vs. Denver CBSSports.com After suffering a tough loss to the Denver Nuggets in overtime in Game 1, the Utah Jazz got back on track on Wednesday afternoon. Jumping out to a double-digit lead in the first half, they absolutely dominated after the break, coasting to a comfortable 124-105 ... Flag as irrelevant
	CBSSports.com Pacers vs. Heat Game 2: Watch NBA playoffs online, live stream, TV channel, odds, start time, prediction CBSSports.com Early on Thursday afternoon, the 2020 NBA playoffs will continue inside the Disney World bubble with Game 2 between the Indiana Pacers and Miami Heat. The Pacers will be eager to get a win and tie up this first-round series at 1-1 after losing by double ... Flag as irrelevant
	Sporting News Sheriff's office disputes video evidence of Raptors' Masai Ujiri being provoked by deputy Sporting News Despite bodycam footage released Tuesday night seeming to indicate Raptors president Masai Ujiri was pushed twice by an Alameda County (Calif.) sheriff's deputy without provocation in June 2019, the Alameda County Sheriff's Office doubled down on its ... Flag as irrelevant
	Comcast SportsNet Chicago Bears sign former Vikings and Colts wide receiver Rodney Adams Comcast SportsNet Chicago The Bears made a roster move on Wednesday, according to NFL Network's Tom Pelissero. Chicago signed former Vikings and Colts wide receiver, Rodney Adams. The #Bears agreed to terms with former #Vikings and #Colts WR Rodney Adams, source said. Flag as irrelevant
	MGoBlue Eubanks, Kemp Cover Full Range of Football Questions With Full Range of Emotions MGoBlue By Steve Kornacki. ANN ARBOR, Mich. -- Tight end Nick Eubanks and defensive lineman Carlo Kemp are fifth-year seniors on the University of Michigan football team. They decided to return for one last season of wearing the maize and blue, and to chase the ... Flag as irrelevant
	FOXSports.com Brewers break up no-hitter in 9th, fall to Twins in 12th FOXSports.com MINNEAPOLIS — Kenta Maeda lost a no-hitter in the ninth inning for the Minnesota Twins, who blew a three-run lead but came back to beat the Milwaukee Brewers 4-3 in 12 innings. Byron Buxton slid headfirst into home on a slow roller against a five-man ... Flag as irrelevant
	ESPN Alex Smith says seeing if he can take a hit final hurdle in return from leg injury ESPN It's uncertain when Smith will actually be in position to take a hit on his right leg. He broke the tibia and fibula in a November 2018 game vs. Houston, leading to 17 surgeries, near death, near amputation and what many figured was the end of his career. Flag as irrelevant
	ESPN Kyle Larson says of using racist slur: 'I was just ignorant' ESPN Kyle Larson, in his first interview since he was fired April 15 by Chip Ganassi Racing after using the N-word in a virtual race, repeatedly cited his ignorance in using the slur and said he has taken steps to educate himself. "I was just ignorant. And immature. Flag as irrelevant
	USA TODAY The Tampa Bay Lightning slayed their beast Sports Illustrated They were outshot, physically pounded and they coughed up a two-goal lead to a team that had haunted their dreams since last season. So of course the Tampa Bay Lightning rallied to win an elimination game in overtime, right? Brayden Point was the hero ... Flag as irrelevant
	ESPN Clemson to play home opener against The Citadel as its ACC nonconference game ESPN Clemson will play The Citadel in its home opener on Sept. 19 as its plus-one nonconference game this season, the school announced Wednesday. The Citadel was previously on the schedule in November, but the game was moved up as a result of the ... Flag as irrelevant
	Los Angeles Times Trevor Bauer wants to 'Free Joe Kelly' with cleats, T-shirt Los Angeles Times Cincinnati Reds pitcher Trevor Bauer might have Dodgers reliever Joe Kelly on his mind Wednesday when he takes the mound against the Kansas City Royals. At the very least, the former UCLA standout will have Kelly on his feet. Earlier in the day, Bauer ... Flag as irrelevant
	Yahoo Sports Sevilla – Inter Milan: How to watch, start time, odds, prediction Yahoo Sports Sevilla – Inter Milan is a story of silverware seekers, as the Serie A side seeks its first trophy since the 2011 Coppa Italia while their La Liga rivals aim for a sixth UEFA Cup this century. [ MORE: Breaking down the USMNT qualifying schedule ]. Flag as irrelevant
	USA TODAY Knee injury ends year for Astros' Álvarez, 2019's top rookie USA TODAY DENVER (AP) — Houston Astros designated hitter Yordan Álvarez, last season's AL Rookie of the Year, will miss the rest of the season because of a partially torn right patellar tendon that requires surgery, manager Dusty Baker said Wednesday. Álvarez hit ... Flag as irrelevant
	Comcast SportsNet Chicago NBC Sports Chicago to carry 'Bulls Draft Lottery Special' Thursday Night Comcast SportsNet Chicago Chicago, IL (August 19, 2020) – NBC Sports Chicago – THE ONLY HOME for the CHICAGO BULLS – has announced it will carry the Bulls Draft Lottery Special – exclusively on the "MyTeams by NBC Sports" app – tomorrow evening (Thursday, August 20) at ... Flag as irrelevant
	Washington Post AP source: NCAA recommends free year of eligibility for fall Washington Post College athletes who play fall sports, including football, will be given a free year of eligibility no matter how much they compete over the next 10 months if an NCAA recommendation is approved later this week. Support our journalism. Subscribe today. Flag as irrelevant
	Motorsport.com, Edition: Global Penske management "thrilled" by Alonso's Indy 500 return Motorsport.com, Edition: Global Mark Miles, Jay Frye and Doug Boles have all spoken glowingly about Fernando Alonso returning for a third attempt at winning the Indianapolis 500. Driving the Arrow McLaren SP-Chevrolet, Fernando Alonso has qualified 26th, but is in good company, ... Flag as irrelevant
	NOLA.com Saints' Andrus Peat is out with an injury, and Terron Armstead feels his pain NOLA.com Starting left guard Andrus Peat did not participate in Wednesday's New Orleans Saints practice, and he will reportedly miss a few more weeks as he recovers from a broken thumb. The guy he usually plays next to along the Saints offensive line both hates to ... Flag as irrelevant
	The New York Times Court Upholds Decision to Dismiss Video in Robert Kraft Case The New York Times Robert K. Kraft, the owner of the New England Patriots, won another decisive victory in his attempt to fight two misdemeanor charges of solicitation of prostitution, after judges issued a strong rebuke of police tactics used in the case against him. In a unanimous ... Flag as irrelevant
	Boston.com Bruins advance to second round, eliminate Hurricanes Boston.com TORONTO (AP) — Patrice Bergeron broke a tie with 3.5 seconds left in the second period, David Pastrnak returned with two assists and the Boston Bruins beat the Carolina Hurricanes 2-1 on Wednesday to win the first-round playoff series in five games. Flag as irrelevant
	Yahoo Sports Phoenix Open won't have traditional buildout in 2021 Yahoo Sports The most raucous party in golf will be a little tamer next year. Organizers for the Waste Management Phoenix Open announced Wednesday that the Scottsdale-area event will not have its traditional buildout for 2021 because of the coronavirus pandemic. Flag as irrelevant
	OCRegister Dodgers extend win streak to 7 games as Gonsolin shuts down Mariners OCRegister LOS ANGELES — They tested the melting point of cardboard at Dodger Stadium on Tuesday afternoon. The cutouts maintained their structural integrity long enough for the Dodgers to extend their season-high winning streak to seven games with two-out RBIs ... Flag as irrelevant
	The Mercury News Stephen Curry calls out TNT analyst for doubting his shooting range The Mercury News Hot-shooting Damian Lillard had a good reason for "going dumb" for a second during the NBA playoffs Tuesday night, but what was TNT's Kenny Smith excuse? Like most people, Stephen Curry was incredulous after Smith reacted to Lillard's long-range ... Flag as irrelevant
	Lincoln Journal Star AUTO RACING: Auto Racing Glance Lincoln Journal Star NASCAR CUP SERIES. Drydene 311. Site: Dover, Delaware. Schedule: Saturday, race, 4 p.m. (NBCSN). Track: Dover International Speedway. Race distance: 311 laps, 311 miles. Last year: Martin Truex Jr. won the spring race after starting 14th and Kyle ... Flag as irrelevant
	Bemidji Pioneer Alaska Anchorage to eliminate men's hockey program Bemidji Pioneer ANCHORAGE, Alaska -- The University of Alaska Anchorage announced Wednesday that it will discontinue its men's hockey program following the 2020-21 season. The school also eliminated its women's gymnastics, men's skiing and women's skiing teams. Flag as irrelevant
	ESPN Mavericks-Clippers, Game 2: What adjustments are coming? Mavs.com MAVERICKS (0-1) at LOS ANGELES CLIPPERS (1-0). Time: 8 p.m.. Location: Lake Buena Vista, Fla. TV: FSSW, TNT. Radio: ESPN 103.3 FM; Univision 1270 AM (Spanish). About the Mavs: They are 6-point underdogs in Game 2, but they have burgeoning ... Flag as irrelevant
	Yahoo Sports Raptors' Fred VanVleet: Goes for 24 in Game 2 win CBSSports.com VanVleet had 24 points (8-22 FG, 3-11 3PT, 5-5 FT) and 10 assists in Wednesday's Game 2 win over Brooklyn. After a huge Game 1 in which he hit eight three-pointers, VanVleet cooled off from beyond the arc, but he still led all Toronto starters with 24 points. Flag as irrelevant
	masslive.com Rafael Devers' 3-hit day, including 419-foot homer, helps Boston Red Sox end nine-game losing streak masslive.com BOSTON — Rafael Devers went 3-for-4 with a home run, double and three RBIs to lead the Boston Red Sox to their first win in 10 days. Boston ended a nine-game losing streak with a 6-3 victory over the Philadelphia Phillies here at Fenway Park on ... Flag as irrelevant
	seattlepi.com QB Wilson maintains hope Seattle Seahawks will pursue WR Gordon, Brown seattlepi.com It appears Seattle Seahawks quarterback Russell Wilson has maintained hope that his team will pursue wide receivers Josh Gordon and Antonio Brown. Speaking to CBS Sports' Jason La Canfora in a Zoom interview, Wilson explained that both Gordon and ... Flag as irrelevant
	Comcast SportsNet New England Hurricanes' Petr Mrazek: Gets starting nod Wednesday CBSSports.com Mrazek will tend the twine for Game 5 versus Boston on Wednesday, Michael Smith of the Hurricanes' official site reports. After suffering losses in each of his last two outings, Mrazek has found himself sharing the crease with James Reimer. Even in those ... Flag as irrelevant
	For The Win Jimmie Johnson says his post-NASCAR 'dream' is to run 12 or 13 IndyCar races next year For The Win Jimmie Johnson has no intention of slowing down after retiring from racing full-time in the NASCAR Cup Series at the end of the 2020 season. The seven-time NASCAR champ is looking at other racing options for his future, including in the IndyCar Series. Flag as irrelevant
	247Sports LeBron James says he will campaign for Joe Biden 247Sports LeBron James may be playing basketball right now, but he's going to be doing some multi-tasking in the next couple of months should the Lakers find success in the NBA's bubble. He says that he will campaign for Joe Biden and Kamala Harris to defeat ... Flag as irrelevant
	Steelers Now Steelers Injury Updates: Rookie G Kevin Dotson Out 'Short-Term' Steelers Now Steelers guard Kevin Dotson will apparently avoid a longterm absence after requiring help to get off the field after a left knee injury suffered in training camp on Tuesday. Head coach Mike Tomlin said after practice on Wednesday that Dotson's knee injury, ... Flag as irrelevant
	WKRN News 2 Boy gets Jalen Hurts' name on his backpack, Hurts returns the favor WKRN News 2 (WIAT) — Jalen Hurts has made plenty of football fans smile with what he does on the field, but now he's doing it off the field as well. A mom on Twitter tweeted a photo of her son Alexander's backpack as the school year began. The blue backpack did not have ... Flag as irrelevant
	prideofdetroit.com Former Detroit Lions receiver Travis Fulgham waived by Green Bay Packers prideofdetroit.com The Detroit Lions made a surprising move last week when they elected to waive wide receiver Travis Fulgham in their cut down to an 80-man roster. Fulgham quickly landed with the Green Bay Packers, with a real chance to make the roster on the team's weak ... Flag as irrelevant
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