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	Sports As-it-happens update ⋅ June 23, 2021
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	ESPN Washington Nationals' Max Scherzer miffed as umpires inspect him 3 times ESPN Scherzer was inspected three times for the use of foreign substances on the baseball during his five-inning outing against Philadelphia. The first two inspections, coming after the first and third innings, were ostensibly part of ... Flag as irrelevant
	ESPN NBA playoffs 2021: Why Deandre Ayton was the right No. 1 pick for the Phoenix Suns ESPN With the play drawn up and ready to go, right before they broke their huddle, Monty Williams' last message to his team was simple. "Execute it," he said. "If he throws it, DA, you've got to, like, try to dunk it. OK?" Williams was talking to Deandre Ayton, telling his ... Flag as irrelevant
	ESPN Morton earns 100th win, Stroman hurt as Braves blank Mets ESPN Dansby Swanson hit a three-run homer and Morton (7-3) became the 19th active pitcher to reach 100 wins, hitting the milestone 13 years, 8 days after getting his first one with the Braves. In between stints with Atlanta, the veteran right-hander notched 89 wins ... Flag as irrelevant
	ESPN Hendricks dominates, Bryant homers as Cubs beat Indians 7-1 ESPN Willson Contreras and Patrick Wisdom also went deep, and the Cubs won for only the third time in nine games. Hendricks (10-4) extended the best streak of his career and the longest by ... Flag as irrelevant
	NHL.com Suzuki boosts Canadiens, haunts Golden Knights in Game 5 NHL.com Nick Suzuki had a huge smile as he celebrated scoring the final goal in the Montreal Canadiens' 4-1 victory against the Vegas Golden Knights in Game 5 of the Stanley Cup Semifinals on Tuesday. The raw emotion on his face showed how much the win ... Flag as irrelevant
	ESPN Shed Long Jr the star again as Mariners top Rockies 2-1 ESPN Long hit his second straight decisive homer Tuesday night against Colorado. This time it was a solo shot with one out in the eighth inning that lifted Seattle over the Rockies 2-1 for the Mariners' fifth straight victory. Flag as irrelevant
	CBSSports.com Scottie Pippen doesn't think Kevin Durant has surpassed LeBron James: 'He still has some learning to do' CBSSports.com Across the final three games of the series, he averaged 43 points and came mere inches away from ending the series with a 3-pointer at the end of Game 7. His foot was just barely on the line, though, so the shot counted for only two points, and the Nets lost in ... Flag as irrelevant
	NCAA.com Mississippi State's late-game rally against Virginia proves that it's a force to be reckoned with in Omaha NCAA.com "Crazy college baseball game," Mississippi State coach Chris Lemonis would say later. "That's typical baseball." The team that went into the eighth inning without a hit, trailing 4 ... Flag as irrelevant
	The Dallas Morning News Presidents are getting on board with CFP's expansion, but don't expect the change anytime soon The Dallas Morning News Once upon a time, college administrators convened their stuffy business in stuffy rooms among stuffy peers, lobbing around oxymoronic terms like "student athlete" without the slightest condescension. Most presidents couldn't direct you to their own athletic ... Flag as irrelevant
	Sports Illustrated Way-Too-Early Depth Charts: Projecting the Jaguars' 2021 Offensive Line Sports Illustrated The Jacksonville Jaguars are slowly but surely marching along with the rest of the NFL to the start of the 2021 season, arguably the most anticipated season in franchise history. As fans count down the seconds until the debuts of Urban Meyer and Trevor ... Flag as irrelevant
	Sixers.com Quotebook | Rivers Reflects on 2020-21 Season Sixers.com A new offseason begins. One day after his team was eliminated from the 2021 NBA Playoffs by the Atlanta Hawks, 76ers head coach Doc Rivers discussed the campaign virtually with reporters. Reflection, trust and optimism were among the themes. Flag as irrelevant
	The Mercury News A's Sergio Romo pulls his pants down during check for banned foreign substances: "That won't happen again" The Mercury News Major League Baseball has directed umpires to routinely check every pitcher's glove, hat, belt and hands for banned foreign substances under new protocols. While most, including A's manager Bob Melvin, have applauded the umpires for creating a smooth ... Flag as irrelevant
	The Washington Post Japanese soccer player Yokoyama comes out as transgender The Washington Post Yokoyama's revelation was praised by President Joe Biden. "To Carl Nassib and Kumi Yokoyama – two prominent, inspiring athletes who came out this week: I'm so proud of your ... Flag as irrelevant
	NPR Harlem Globetrotters To The NBA: 'Don't Get It Twisted' Make Us A Pro Franchise 'Now' NPR The team is an exhibition basketball team, and since its inception in 1926, has won 27,000 games and played in 123 countries. The team said in its letter it believes it is on par with the other professional teams out there today. Flag as irrelevant
	nj.com Red Sox's Kevin Plawecki: Officially hits IL CBSSports.com Plawecki was placed on the 10-day injured list with a left hamstring strain Tuesday, Pete Abraham of The Boston Globe reports. It was reported earlier Tuesday that the backstop was destined for the injured list and now the transaction has been made official. Flag as irrelevant
	CBSSports.com UEFA Euro 2020 odds, picks, predictions: European soccer expert reveals best bets for France vs. Portugal CBSSports.com Kickoff is set for 3 p.m. ET on Wednesday in Budapest. France is the +125 money-line favorite (risk $100 to win $125) with Portugal at +290 and draw at +188 in the latest France vs. Portugal odds from William Hill Sportsbook. The over-under for total goals ... Flag as irrelevant
	Houston Chronicle Astros insider: Strong rotation covers up lack of bullpen depth Houston Chronicle BALTIMORE — Aside from adding Cristian Javier and optioning a few flammable youngsters, the Astros have not addressed their bullpen since it melted down May 29. Many in Houston would like to forget the gory details of that day. Fernando Tatis Jr. hit a ... Flag as irrelevant
	Reuters Magic Modric leads Croatia into last 16 as Scotland fail again Reuters GLASGOW, June 22 (Reuters) - An inspired Luka Modric curled home a magnificent finish as Croatia shrugged off a slow start to Euro 2020 to beat Scotland 3-1 on Tuesday and reach the last 16 in style, leaving their opponents again on the tournament ... Flag as irrelevant
	AZCentral.com LEADING OFF: Franco debut, Kershaw vs Snell, Hendricks hot AZCentral.com A look at what's happening around the majors today: DEBUT DAY. Wander Franco, a 20-year-old infielder considered the best prospect in the minor leagues, is set to make his major league debut for the Tampa Bay Rays against the visiting Boston Red Sox. Flag as irrelevant
	NBC News Law Professor Says Supreme Court NCAA Ruling Is Meaningful, But Not Monumental NPR NPR's Audie Cornish talks with Cardozo School of Law professor Ekow Yankah about the U.S. Supreme Court's decision to allow education-related compensation to student athletes. AUDIE CORNISH, HOST: Yesterday, the Supreme Court ruled unanimously ... Flag as irrelevant
	USA TODAY California school coach fired after tortillas thrown at team Seattle Times CORONADO, Calif. (AP) — A San Diego-area school district voted Tuesday night to fire the head basketball coach after tortillas were hurled at a team from a mostly Latino high school. The Coronado Unified School Board voted 5-0 in a closed session to ... Flag as irrelevant
	Seattle Times Buxton's bad luck: Twins star shelved again, has broken hand KRQE News 13 Those bursts of dominance just keep getting interrupted, though: Buxton has landed on the injured list yet again after another bout with bad luck. In his third game back after a 39-game absence to ... Flag as irrelevant
	Reuters Soccer-Five to watch at the Tokyo Olympics Reuters June 23 (Reuters) - Five soccer players to watch at the Tokyo Olympics: CARLI LLOYD (UNITED STATES). One of the all-time greats of the women's game, Lloyd will be 39 when the tournament begins and a late career revival of form has given her the chance ... Flag as irrelevant
	NBC Sports Jon Rahm wins US Open to capture his first major title NBC Sports Rahm took the lead on the 72nd hole following a pair of dramatic birdies to finish 6-under and win the 121st U.S. Open at Torrey Pines in San Diego, Calif. on Sunday. The 26-year-old became a father in April and a major champion in June, winning just two ... Flag as irrelevant
	NBC Sports Chicago Ben Zobrist alleges wife had affair with pastor in lawsuit NBC Sports Chicago Yawn's wife, Robin, discovered the phones in May 2019 and contacted Ben Zobrist to inform him of what she believed to be an emotional affair between Yawn and Julianna, the suit says. The Zobrists began attending marital counseling. Zobrist, whose 2019 ... Flag as irrelevant
	ABC News Did Luka Modrić just score the best goal of Euro 2020? ABC News Kevin De Bruyne vs Denmark. Kevin De Bruyne is back with a bang and puts Belgium ahead! But how about the set up by Romelu Lukaku · Cristiano Ronaldo vs Germany. GOALLLL!!!! Cristiano Ronaldo 15' · Xherdan Shaqiri vs Turkey. ⚠️ ... Flag as irrelevant
	The Dallas Morning News Texas A&M coaching legend RC Slocum diagnosed with form of Hodgkin's lymphoma The Dallas Morning News The former head coach said in a release he has 'a strong faith and will trust for a positive outcome.'. Flag as irrelevant
	247Sports Lakers' Alex Caruso arrested in Texas for drug possession 247Sports A spokesman for Texas A&M Police said officers were contacted by TSA agents at the airport after they found what they believed to be drug paraphernalia. The police department says the item located was a grinder with marijuana residue. Flag as irrelevant
	FOX 32 Chicago Could Chicago Bears new deal with Rivers Casino impact Arlington racetrack bid? FOX 32 Chicago Churchill Downs, Inc., which owns 61% of Rivers Casino in Des Plaines, says its horse track in Arlington Heights will close for good on Sept. 25th – the final day of the current racing season. Flag as irrelevant
	Bustle Sha'Carri Richardson's "Ultimate Goal" Was Always The Olympics Bustle The 21-year-old is America's fastest woman and going for gold in her Olympics debut. Sha'Carri Richardson celebrates winning the Women's 100 Meter final at the U.S. Olympic Track. Flag as irrelevant
	The Athletic Bukayo Saka, the rise of England's Euro 2020 breakthrough star The Athletic The allusion was apt: Saka brings a lightness to the England set-up on and off the pitch. "He's really quiet, self-disciplined, really focused," says Neil Dewsnip, who coached Saka for England's Under-18 side. "But underlying all that is a really dry sense of ... Flag as irrelevant
	The Guardian Sun Yang's doping ban halved but swimmer will still miss Tokyo Olympics The Guardian World and Olympic champion Sun Yang's hopes of competing at the Tokyo Games have been ended after the Court of Arbitration for Sport (Cas) reduced the Chinese swimmer's ban for doping violations to four years from eight. The shorter sentence ... Flag as irrelevant
	WRCB-TV Euro 2020: England looks to pull nation together, but it hasn't been easy WRCB-TV Football has a magical way of bringing people together and perhaps no country knows that more than England. After beating Czech Republic 1-0 on Tuesday, Gareth Southgate's side finished top of ... Flag as irrelevant
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