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	Sports As-it-happens update ⋅ September 8, 2020
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	NHL.com Point excelling for Lightning in Eastern Conference Final NHL.com On one of the biggest nights of Brayden Point's NHL career, the Tampa Bay Lightning center sent a text to his dad, Grant, like he does after every game. Of course, this had been no ordinary game. Point (two goals, three assists) and forward Nikita Kucherov ... Flag as irrelevant
	ESPN Wisconsin makes splash with addition of ESPN 300 OL recruit Nolan Rucci ESPN Wisconsin got a big recruiting win Tuesday when ESPN 300 offensive lineman Nolan Rucci announced his commitment to the Badgers. Rucci (6-foot-7, 290 pounds) is the No. 33 recruit overall in the 2021 class, according to ESPN's rankings, and chose ... Flag as irrelevant
	ESPN Donaldson, Cruz, Sanó Hr, Twins top Cards to open twinbill ESPN ST. LOUIS -- Josh Donaldson, Nelson Cruz and Miguel Sano all homered, leading the Minnesota Twins to a 7-3 victory over the St. Louis Cardinals in the first game of a doubleheader Tuesday afternoon. Jose Berrios (4-3) pitched into the sixth before being ... Flag as irrelevant
	ESPN Caden Sterns says he won't sing 'The Eyes of Texas' after Longhorns football games ESPN Texas Longhorns safety Caden Sterns said he has no intention of participating in "The Eyes of Texas" if the traditional singing of the alma mater even takes place after games this season. "I won't sing the song at all," Sterns said on Tuesday during a Zoom ... Flag as irrelevant
	CBSSports.com Documents show how college basketball in a bubble could be played at Connecticut's Mohegan Sun in December CBSSports.com The Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame, which annually puts on multi-team college basketball events, has sent a detailed pitch to numerous NCAA stakeholders and college basketball programs about how it plans to host at least 32 games for at least ... Flag as irrelevant
	ESPN Bucks star Giannis Antetokounmpo (ankle) out for Game 5 vs. Heat ESPN Milwaukee Bucks star Giannis Antetokounmpo is inactive for Game 5 of the Eastern Conference semifinals Tuesday against the Miami Heat because of a sprained right ankle. Antetokounmpo clearly tried to get himself ready for Game 5. He was on the court ... Flag as irrelevant
	ESPN Cubs option slumping Jose Martinez to clear spot for Billy Hamilton ESPN CHICAGO -- The Chicago Cubs added speedy outfielder Billy Hamilton to their active roster Tuesday and optioned slumping slugger Jose Martinez to their alternate training site. Hamilton was claimed off waivers from the New York Mets on Monday. Hamilton ... Flag as irrelevant
	NFL.com 2020 NFL Kickoff to celebrate start of 101st season NFL.com Welcoming fans back to football for the 101st season, coverage begins with the NFL Kickoff Special at 7 PM ET on NBC. Super Bowl LIV Champions, the Kansas City Chiefs will host the Houston Texans at Arrowhead Stadium beginning at 8:20 PM ET. Flag as irrelevant
	Sports Illustrated Cory Undlin Has 'Nothing But Confidence' Defense Will Help Lions Win This Season Sports Illustrated The Lions' defense was undoubtedly the Achilles' heel of a Detroit team that finished a dismal 3-12-1 a year ago. The offense carried the team, as it went 3-4-1 with a healthy Matthew Stafford under center through the first nine weeks of the season. Flag as irrelevant
	USA TODAY Now that NFL supports Colin Kaepernick's fight, what's next? USA TODAY Four years later, the NFL admitted it was wrong and said it now supports Colin Kaepernick in his fight against racial injustice, encouraging players to take a stand - or a knee - for the cause. What happens next? The league's 101st season kicks off Thursday ... Flag as irrelevant
	Washington Post Chargers move into new stadium looking to bounce back Washington Post LOS ANGELES CHARGERS (5-11). New Faces: OT Bryan Bulaga, CB Chris Harris Jr., DT Linval Joseph, OG Trai Turner, QB Justin Herbert, LBs Kenneth Murray and Nick Vigil, OL coach James Campen. Support our journalism. Subscribe today. Key Losses: ... Flag as irrelevant
	FOXSports.com Bucks sit out Giannis for Game 5 FOXSports.com LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. — Reigning NBA MVP Giannis Antetokounmpo was ruled out of Game 5 of Milwaukee's Eastern Conference semifinal series against the Miami Heat because of a sprained right ankle. Flag as irrelevant
	USA TODAY Punter Colquitt's resume too good for Steelers to pass up USA TODAY PITTSBURGH (AP) — The Pittsburgh Steelers couldn't ignore Dustin Colquitt's resume. The longtime Kansas City punter has seen a little of everything during his 15 years kicking for the Super Bowl champion Chiefs. And it's that experience that led to the ... Flag as irrelevant
	The Boston Globe Here are 53 facts about the 53 players on the Patriots roster The Boston Globe With the season opener against the Miami Dolphins coming up Sunday, let's get better acquainted with the team. Here's a fun fact about each member of the current 53-man roster: Read full article ... Flag as irrelevant
	ESPN There's no slowing Cristiano Ronaldo on his quest for the men's international goals record, even at the age of 35 ESPN Cristiano Ronaldo was never going to break the 100-international-goal barrier with a scruffy tap-in from three yards. If his previous achievements have taught us anything about the Portugal captain, it is that the spectacular is always preferable to the mundane. Flag as irrelevant
	nj.com How Eagles' Josh McCown became oldest practice-squad player in NFL history nj.com Josh McCown has to be ready at a moment's notice. The 41-year-old quarterback could be called upon to leave his home in Texas and lead the Eagles' offense in a game within 24 hours. That's the reality of McCown's new job during the coronavirus ... Flag as irrelevant
	The Boston Globe Broncos to admit limited number of fans when they host Tom Brady, Bucs The Boston Globe The Denver Broncos will admit a limited number of fans Sept. 27 when they host Tom Brady and the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, Colorado's Governor, Jared Polis said Tuesday. Polis credited efforts by the Broncos as well as by Colorado residents and ... Flag as irrelevant
	Sports Illustrated Cowboys Top 60 Greatest Players, Part VIII: Romo, Martin and Haley Sports Illustrated Continuing today, in celebration of the 60th anniversary of the Dallas Cowboys, we present our CowboysSI.com Top 60 All-Time Greatest Players in Franchise History. For the next 12 days, we will present the Top 60 in groups of five, leading up to Nos. 1-5 on ... Flag as irrelevant
	Yahoo Sports Eagles re-sign veteran tight end Richard Rodgers Yahoo Sports In need of a third tight end the Eagles have again turned to a familiar face. The Eagles on Tuesday evening signed veteran tight end Richard Rodgers … again. This will be his fourth separate stint with the Eagles. The Eagles' roster is full at 53 players. Flag as irrelevant
	CBSSports.com NBA announces 2019-20 All-Defense teams: Giannis Antetokounmpo, Anthony Davis lead selections CBSSports.com They say defense wins championships, and that has never been more evident than it is today. The NBA just announced its All-Defensive selections for the 2019-20 season, and of the 10 players to earn the honor, eight are still alive in the playoffs in Orlando, ... Flag as irrelevant
	Yahoo Sports Red Sox shut Andrew Benintendi down for rest of 2020 season Yahoo Sports Close the books on Benintendi's lost 2020 season originally appeared on NBC Sports Boston. Back in July, when the Red Sox were getting ready for the truncated 2020 season, John Tomase wrote a column for NBC Sports Boston with the following title: "It's ... Flag as irrelevant
	Yahoo Sports Report: ESPN removes Hank Williams Jr. from 'Monday Night Football' intro Yahoo Sports For the second time since 2011, ESPN is reportedly removing Hank Williams Jr. from its "Monday Night Football" intro. This time, the network claims it's not about Williams' controversial points of view, according to Sports Business Journal. Instead of Williams' ... Flag as irrelevant
	Pittsburgh Post-Gazette Obituary: Jamain 'Juice' Stephens was a larger-than-life personality Pittsburgh Post-Gazette Jamain Stephens was a big guy whose size — 6 feet 3, 355 pounds — was somehow eclipsed by his even bigger smile and gregarious personality. "It was universal," said Terry Totten, Mr. Stephens' high school football coach. "He lit up a room. Whether you ... Flag as irrelevant
	Yahoo Sports Back to Class: NBA 'Bubble School' opens up for children in Orlando Yahoo Sports The week after Labor Day officially closes the curtain on summer and usually means it's back to school time for children across the country. But during a pandemic, students continue to adapt to remote learning in different parts of the country where schools ... Flag as irrelevant
	ESPN Alexander Zverev advances to US Open semis with rally over Borna Coric ESPN NEW YORK -- The disqualification of Novak Djokovic from the US Open, and the absences of Rafael Nadal and Roger Federer, presented quite an opportunity to Alexander Zverev and the other men left in the tournament -- all in their 20s, all seeking a first ... Flag as irrelevant
	Washington Post No. 10 Irish hope running game will be championship caliber Washington Post SOUTH BEND, Ind. — Championship teams are often built around great defenses and offenses that can run the ball when needed. With all the success Notre Dame has enjoyed its last three seasons, amassing a 33-6 record under coach Brian Kelly, it has ... Flag as irrelevant
	Yahoo Sports Seahawks promote Penny Hart from practice squad, waive John Ursua Yahoo Sports The Seahawks announced they promoted receiver Penny Hart from the practice squad to the 53-player roster Tuesday. They waived receiver John Ursua in a corresponding move. Hart, 24, originally joined the Seahawks as a member of the practice squad ... Flag as irrelevant
	CBSSports.com Clippers vs. Nuggets: Live stream, watch NBA playoffs online, TV channel, Game 4 time, odds, prediction, pick CBSSports.com The Los Angeles Clippers are in front of the Denver Nuggets through three games, but the underdog hasn't made it easy on the championship favorite. Denver took Game 2 somewhat convincingly, and were it not for a fourth-quarter rally, it would've won ... Flag as irrelevant
	AZCardinals.com DeAndre Hopkins Gets Big Contract Extension From Cardinals AZCardinals.com One day, DeAndre Hopkins wants to become a general manager for an NFL team. It only made sense to him to get a little experience while he was playing, so he decided to negotiate his contract extension with the Arizona Cardinals after arriving in trade this ... Flag as irrelevant
	Turf Show Times Rams-Cowboys preview: Which matchups look good on paper? Turf Show Times Despite whatever we read in the next week about power rankings or predictions or "favorites," the reality is that we don't know how the next 17 weeks are going to go. Countless players — I'd argue the vast majority — are going to be better or worse than you ... Flag as irrelevant
	Tulsa World Guerin Emig: OU will need some Mayfield/Murray improv from Spencer Rattler during season sure to be chaotic Tulsa World There is video of Spencer Rattler setting up to throw on a dusty football field, then rolling right and flinging a behind-the-back pass to a kid dressed, like Rattler, in T-shirt and shorts. There is video of Rattler dropping back on another field, then running forward ... Flag as irrelevant
	New York Post American Brady Overcomes Jitters to Reach US Open Semifinals The New York Times Chris Evert says the subdued atmosphere at the U.S. Open has helped American Jennifer Brady make a lot of noise. Brady notched the biggest victory yet in her breakout run at the Open, beating Yulia Putintseva of Kazakhstan 6-3, 6-2 on Tuesday. Seeded ... Flag as irrelevant
	New York Daily News NFL prop bets: How to bet Daniel Jones' 2020 passing props New York Daily News Pass Yards: 3799.5 (-112/-112) [BET NOW]. Pass TDs: 26.5 (+102/-128) [BET NOW]. Advertisement. Odds as of Sept. 7 and via FanDuel. Get up to a $1,000 risk-free bet at FanDuel today or see more offers and reviews for the best online sportsbooks. Flag as irrelevant
	The Detroit News GOP legislators urge Big Ten to resume fall football The Detroit News Michigan Republican legislative leaders joined chamber leaders from Iowa, Minnesota, Ohio, Pennsylvania and Wisconsin Tuesday in a letter urging the Big Ten conference to reinstate the fall football season. The decision to postpone the football season ... Flag as irrelevant
	TribLIVE Top 5 questions facing the Steelers as 2020 season looms TribLIVE 51 minutes ago. Every NFL team faces questions heading into a new season, even the defending Super Bowl champion. But when a perennial contender misses the playoffs in back-to-back years, the questions stack up higher than the U.S. Steel Building. Flag as irrelevant
	Yahoo Sports Michael Wacha takes the ball as Mets start two-game series with Orioles Tuesday at 7:10 pm on SNY Yahoo Sports The Mets (19-23) look to start their two-game set with the Baltimore Orioles (19-21) on the right foot on Tuesday as Michael Wacha takes the ball against John Means at 7:10 p.m.. Coverage begins on SNY at 6:30 p.m. ... Flag as irrelevant
	fox6now.com With Packers set for return, some eye business boost: 'Very optimistic' fox6now.com GREEN BAY, Wis. - There is a light at the end of the tunnel that is 2020 -- and it looks green and gold. It may have taken a while, but the wait for Green Bay Packers football will finally end this weekend. The team kicks off against the Minnesota Vikings at noon ... Flag as irrelevant
	FOXSports.com Royals drop seventh in a row as offense struggles to produce against Indians FOXSports.com CLEVELAND — Zach Plesac's return has been just what he wanted, and exactly what the Indians needed. Plesac won his second straight start since returning to Cleveland's rotation after a demotion for breaking team COVID-19 protocols, leading the Indians ... Flag as irrelevant
	Seattle Times Seahawks add receiver Penny Hart to 53-man roster, waive John Ursua Seattle Times The Seahawks made a switch at the receiver position Tuesday as they prepare for their regular season opener at Atlanta, signing Penny Hart off the practice squad and waiving John Ursua. If Ursua clears waivers it's assumed the Seahawks will try to get him ... Flag as irrelevant
	NFL Spin Zone Fantasy Football: 5 Major sleepers with tasty Week 1 matchups NFL Spin Zone Chances are, most fantasy football managers are not looking to take a huge risk in NFL Week 1. But while it is important to not get too cute and start the studs you drafted, there are still many managers that may find themselves in a tough spot post-draft. Flag as irrelevant
	seattlepi.com Carroll: Seahawks monitored Clowney free agency 'the whole time'; remain optimistic about pass rush seattlepi.com Seattle Seahawks coach Pete Carroll said his team was monitoring Jadeveon Clowney's free agency situation up until the end, when the star edge rusher decided to sign with the Titans. "We were in it the whole time," Carroll told reporters Monday. "We were ... Flag as irrelevant
	Seattle Times Griezmann stars as France beats Croatia 4-2 in WCup repeat Seattle Times SAINT-DENIS, France (AP) — Antoine Griezmann scored one goal and set up another for defender Dayot Upamecano on Tuesday as France staged a repeat of the World Cup final by beating Croatia 4-2 in the Nations League. Griezmann even passed up the ... Flag as irrelevant
	Yardbarker Report: Cairo Santos to kick for Bears with Eddy Pineiro on IR Yardbarker The Chicago Bears will reportedly look to their practice squad for a placekicker ahead of Sunday's season opener at the Detroit Lions. On Tuesday, the Bears officially placed first-choice kicker Eddy Pineiro on injured reserve due to a groin problem that kept ... Flag as irrelevant
	247Sports Browns Trying To Get Ronnie Harrison Up To Speed Quickly 247Sports BEREA, Ohio -- The Cleveland Browns season-ending injury to safety Grant Delpit left a big hole in the middle of the Cleveland Browns secondary. The Browns used their second-round draft choice on Delpit and were counting on him to step in and be the ... Flag as irrelevant
	247Sports Report: NASCAR to convert Auto Club Speedway to short track 247Sports Whenever a "boring' race occurs at one of the major speedways that dominate NASCAR's current schedule, there is always some grumbling to simply tear the offending speedway up and turn it into a short track. Now, the racing purist's tongue-in-cheek wish is ... Flag as irrelevant
	The Guardian Caster Semenya loses appeal against World Athletics' testosterone rules The Guardian The double Olympic 800m champion Caster Semenya appears to have lost her long-running legal battle against regulations requiring women with high testosterone to take medication to compete internationally between 400m and a mile. A Swiss federal ... Flag as irrelevant
	Yahoo Sports Detroit Lions release jersey numbers for Adrian Peterson, Jeff Okudah & more WXYZ (WXYZ) — The Detroit Lions have released jersey numbers for several players, including Adrian Peterson and Jeff Okudah. The team signed Peterson over the weekend to a one-year deal after he was released by the Washington Football Team. Flag as irrelevant
	Virginian-Pilot Freedman: Profitable NFL betting trends for Week 1 Virginian-Pilot Against all odds, Week 1 of the NFL season is here. It's time to put some money into action. Although I am not a trends bettor, I find that trends help me identify spots I should consider further when analyzing games. Advertisement. Using our Bet Labs database, ... Flag as irrelevant
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