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Royals ride Noah Cameron's 1-hitter to series win over Angels

Sun, 16 Aug 2026 22:55:09 GMT

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Noah Cameron tossed a one-hitter and Michael Massey and Bobby Witt Jr. each homered to lead the Kansas City Royals to a 3-0 victory over the Los Angeles Angels in the rubber-game of their three-game series on Sunday afternoon in Anaheim, Calif.

Cameron (7-8), making his first career appearance at Angel Stadium, threw five perfect innings before issuing a leadoff

Alec Bohm, Phillies rally back to beat Twins

Sun, 16 Aug 2026 21:40:29 GMT

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Bryan De La Cruz hit a two-out, two-run, go-ahead single in the eighth inning, and the Philadelphia Phillies rallied for a 7-5 win over the Minnesota Twins on Sunday afternoon in Minneapolis.

Alec Bohm went 2-for-4 with a homer and four RBIs for Philadelphia, which completed a three-game sweep. Luis Arraez also drove in a run.

Brooks Lee hit a grand slam to lea

Red Sox put DH Masataka Yoshida, RHP Justin Slaten on IL

Sun, 16 Aug 2026 18:19:05 GMT

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The Boston Red Sox placed designated hitter Mastaka Yoshida (hamstring) on the 10-day injured list and right-hander Justin Slaten (elbow) on the 15-day IL on Sunday.

Slaten's placement on the IL is retroactive to Thursday. In corresponding moves, the Red Sox recalled catcher Mickey Gasper and left-hander Raymond Burgos from Triple-A Worcester.

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Tommy John, whose pioneering surgery changed baseball, dies

Sun, 16 Aug 2026 18:05:03 GMT

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Tommy John, the namesake of a ligament-replacement surgery that paved a path to recovery for injured baseball players, has died. He was 83.

TMZ.com cited a statement released by John's agent, Mike Maguire, saying the pitcher passed away at his home in Lakewood Ranch, Fla., surrounded by his wife, Cheryl, and family. John had been in hospice c

Report: Browns to sign DE Za'Darius Smith

Sun, 16 Aug 2026 16:55:11 GMT

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The Browns are expected to sign three-time Pro Bowl defensive end Za'Darius Smith, Cleveland.com reported on Sunday.

Per the report, Smith is expected to fly to Cleveland to sign a contract on Sunday, three days after the team hosted him for a tryout. He will join a pass rush that includes offseason acquisition Jared Verse, Alex Wright and Isaiah McGuire.

Royals strive for rare road series victory in matchup against Angels

Sun, 16 Aug 2026 14:19:12 GMT

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Left-hander Noah Cameron will try to help the Kansas City Royals win their first road series in almost 2 1/2 months when he takes the mound Sunday afternoon in the rubber game of a three-game series with the Los Angeles Angels in Anaheim, Calif.The Royals, who at 21-44 have the worst road record in the majors, haven't won a road series since June 4-7, when they took three

Phillies' Alec Bohm rides 5-hit performance into finale vs. Twins

Sun, 16 Aug 2026 13:05:12 GMT

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Alec Bohm is a tough out for the Philadelphia Phillies these days.

He'll try to stay hot when Philadelphia bids to complete a three-game sweep against the Minnesota Twins on Sunday afternoon in Minneapolis.

Bohm had a career-high five hits in five plate appearances on Saturday evening in a 9-1 win against the Twins. He singled twice and doubled three times.<

With an eye on the wild card, Orioles join Rays in playing 'meaningful baseball'

Sun, 16 Aug 2026 07:25:06 GMT

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Before Saturday night's game against the American League East-leading Tampa Bay Rays, Baltimore Orioles manager Craig Albernaz said he was happy the club was playing meaningful games in August after trading away multiple key players at the deadline.

His team indeed is faring nicely this weekend.

The Orioles will attempt to clinch the four-game series Sunday af

MLB roundup: Cards' Joshua Baez first to debut with 3-HR game

Sun, 16 Aug 2026 05:40:28 GMT

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Joshua Baez became the first player in major league history to hit three home runs in his debut, helping lead the visiting St. Louis Cardinals to an 8-4 victory over the Chicago Cubs on Saturday afternoon.

Baez hit homers to right, center and left field in his first three at-bats, driving in five runs as St. Louis won its third game in four tries. He became the

Joaquin Pereyra's late equalizer earns Minnesota draw with RSL

Sun, 16 Aug 2026 04:19:06 GMT

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Joaquin Pereyra scored in the 89th minute to help Minnesota United escape with a 1-1 draw against Real Salt Lake on Saturday in Sandy, Utah.

Sergi Solans scored in the 82nd minute as Salt Lake (8-6-4, 28 points) tied Minnesota for the second time this year and for the eighth time in their last 10 matchups.

Drake Callender had six saves for Minnesota (6-6-7, 25

Bryson Stott caps big inning as Phillies dump Twins

Sun, 16 Aug 2026 02:40:29 GMT

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Bryson Stott slapped a three-run homer to cap a seven-run fifth inning, and Alec Bohm delivered a career-high five hits for the Philadelphia Phillies in a 9-1 win against the Minnesota Twins on Saturday night in Minneapolis.

Bryce Harper contributed two hits and scored a run, and Edmundo Sosa and J. T. Realmuto drove in two runs each for Philadelphia, which won th

Olivia Miles, Lynx bolster WNBA standings lead with another defeat of Aces

Sun, 16 Aug 2026 02:40:21 GMT

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Olivia Miles strengthened her case for WNBA Rookie of the Year with 23 points and eight assists, catapulting the league-leading Minnesota Lynx to a 92-87 road victory over the Las Vegas Aces Saturday night.

Natasha Howard was on top of her game as well with a double-double of 13 points and 11 rebounds for the Lynx (29-7), who have won four in a row --including a hom

Mercury, Fire in must-win mode entering matchup

Sat, 15 Aug 2026 22:55:10 GMT

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The Phoenix Mercury and Portland Fire are walking a tightrope. With every game a must-win, the teams meet in Phoenix on Sunday in an attempt to keep slim playoff hopes alive.

The Mercury (13-22) have lost three of four despite adding Kelsey Plum and are seven games behind Dallas (20-15) and Washington (19-14) for the final two playoff spots with nine games remaining. T

NFL roundup: Josh Allen, Bills open up Highmark Stadium in style

Sat, 15 Aug 2026 21:55:08 GMT

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Josh Allen passed for 111 yards and one touchdown and the Buffalo Bills opened Highmark Stadium with a 29-14 victory over the Carolina Panthers in a preseason game at Orchard Park, N.Y., on Saturday afternoon.

Allen tossed a 9-yard touchdown pass to Keon Coleman in the first quarter and completed 6 of 8 passes in the club's preseason opener. It also was Buffalo's fi

Vikings' Jamal Adams carted off field vs. Giants

Sat, 15 Aug 2026 18:55:14 GMT

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Three-time Pro Bowl defender Jamal Adams was carted off the field in his first game with the Minnesota Vikings on Saturday.

The team has not announced details about the injury.

Adams, 30, appeared to sustain the injury during a touchdown play early in the second quarter, when Jaxson Dart connected with Malachi Fields for a 15-yard pass. Adams stumbled while defe

Womens sport shouldnt have to bend to the trans delusion

Sat, 15 Aug 2026 16:42:52 GMT

Biology wont be denied, and female athletes should not be pushed aside to satisfy woke ideology, fear, or performative silence

Despite the conspicuous difference in size, speed, and strength between the sexes, a debate is now raging in women's professional basketball in the United States whether to let men compete alongside the ladies.

Nobody would ever confuse Royce White, 35, with a woman

Road skid snapped, Royals seek series win against Angels

Sat, 15 Aug 2026 14:05:10 GMT

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After grinding out a 7-6 victory in Friday night's series opener, the Kansas City Royals can exhale a little as they try for the series win Saturday night against the Los Angeles Angels in Anaheim, Calif.Thanks to a career night from first baseman Jac Caglianone, the Royals snapped a seven-game road losing streak, including three close games up Interstate-5 to the two-time

Reds' Brady Singer eager to regain form vs. Marlins

Sat, 15 Aug 2026 13:19:05 GMT

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The Cincinnati Reds remain confident Brady Singer eventually will perform like the first-round pick they acquired two years ago.

Singer is scheduled to start for the Reds on Saturday in the second contest of the three-game series against the visiting Miami Marlins.

He will try to pick up where fellow right-hander Chase Bur

RSL carry post-Gozo success into clash with nemesis Minnesota

Sat, 15 Aug 2026 01:25:13 GMT

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Winless in four straight MLS matches, Real Salt Lake are sinking dangerously close to the playoff cutline in the Western Conference.

And RSL's pursuit of a sixth consecutive postseason berth has become more challenging with the loss of dynamic prodigy Zavier Gozo, who signed with Crystal Palace of the English Premier League for a club-record $15 million transfer fee

Former Mets player Butch Huskey dies at 54

Fri, 14 Aug 2026 20:55:10 GMT

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Former New York Mets player Butch Huskey died on Friday. He was 54.

The team announced Huskey's death prior to Friday's game against the Washington Nationals. A cause of death was not revealed by the team.'It's a solemn day with the passing of Butch Huskey this morning,' interim manager Andy Green told reporters. 'I want to send prayers and thoughts to his family. I know all

Phillies, Twins return from Iowa, set to resume playoff chases

Fri, 14 Aug 2026 20:25:14 GMT

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While the Philadelphia Phillies and Minnesota Twins had a good time with their Field of Dreams game in Dyersville, Iowa, it is back to business when they resume their three-game series on Saturday night in Minneapolis.

The Phillies emerged from the cornfields on Thursday night and cruised to a 7-1 victory against the Twins in the third-ever neutral-site game on

League-leading Lynx set for showdown with champion Aces

Fri, 14 Aug 2026 18:05:03 GMT

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It will be a battle of two of the best teams in the WNBA on Saturday night when the Minnesota Lynx pay a visit to the Las Vegas Aces.

The Lynx (28-7) have won three consecutive games and own the best record in the league. The reigning champion Aces (24-11) are third overall and four games behind the Lynx.

Minnesota survived at Portland on Wednesday, winning 85-

Field of Dreams to host Royals and Red Sox in 2027

Fri, 14 Aug 2026 16:55:11 GMT

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The Kansas City Royals will play the Boston Red Sox at the Field of Dreams in Dyersville, Iowa, on Aug. 12, 2027.

Major League Baseball announced the participants and date for the fourth edition of the event on Friday.

The Philadelphia Phillies posted a 7-1 victory against the Minnesota Twins there on Thursday night.

The loc

T-wolves to retire Kevin Garnett's No. 21 jersey on Feb. 28

Fri, 14 Aug 2026 16:19:10 GMT

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The Minnesota Timberwolves will retire Hall of Famer Kevin Garnett's No. 21 jersey and send it to the rafters at the Target Center on Feb. 28 after a game against the Boston Celtics.

Selected by Minnesota directly out of high school with the No. 5 overall pick in 1995, Garnett is the Timberwolves' all-time leader in points (19,201), rebounds (10,718), assists (4,216)

MLB roundup: Pirates' Braxton Ashcraft goes distance, fans 10 Marlins

Fri, 14 Aug 2026 07:05:09 GMT

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Braxton Ashcraft pitched his first career complete game and struck out 10 batters as the Pittsburgh Pirates ended Miami's four-game winning streak by defeating the host Marlins 13-1 on Thursday afternoon.

Other than Owen Caissie's shutout-spoiling homer to lead off the ninth, Ashcraft (12-5) did not allow a runner past first base. He surrendered just three hits and on

Kyle Schwarber's 2 HRs helps Phillies top Twins in Field of Dreams game

Fri, 14 Aug 2026 02:55:19 GMT

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Kyle Schwarber went 2-for-5 with two home runs and three RBIs, and the Philadelphia Phillies pulled away for a 7-1 win over the Minnesota Twins in the annual Field of Dreams game Thursday night in Dyersville, Iowa.

Brandon Marsh finished 2-for-2 with a homer and two RBIs for Philadelphia, which won on a warm, dry night

Rays return from historic 9-game trip for division set with Orioles

Thu, 13 Aug 2026 22:19:03 GMT

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New Tampa Bay catcher Liam Hicks has only played eight games with the Rays, but the Canadian-born backstop is proving to be a winning acquisition by the organization.

After a record-setting West Coast road trip that saw the top team in baseball win all nine games, the club returns to action within its division by hosting the Baltimore Orioles for four games starti

NBA releases 2026-27 regular-season schedule

Thu, 13 Aug 2026 21:55:14 GMT

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The NBA released its 2026-27 regular-season schedule Thursday, confirming dates for a Finals rematch on Christmas Day and a series of homecomings involving some of the biggest names to change teams this offseason.

The defending champion New York Knicks will host the San Antonio Spurs on Dec. 25 in their first meeting since New York won last season's NBA Finals. The t

Twins reinstate OF Byron Buxton from 10-day IL

Thu, 13 Aug 2026 18:40:29 GMT

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The Minnesota Twins reinstated All-Star center fielder Byron Buxton from the 10-day injured list on Thursday.

He was designated as the 27th man for Thursday night's MLB at Field of Dreams game against the Philadelphia Phillies in Dyersville, Iowa.Buxton, who was placed on the IL on July 29 with right hip impingement, is batting .263 with 25 home runs and 45 RBIs

Minnesota United bring back M Aziel Jackson on loan

Thu, 13 Aug 2026 18:40:22 GMT

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Minnesota United brought back midfielder Aziel Jackson on a loan spell, the team announced Thursday.

The 24-year-old American arrives from Polish top-flight side Jagiellonia Bialystok for the rest of the 2026 season.

The deal includes a purchase option for Jackson, who originally signed a homegrown deal with Minnesota in April 2021.

'We welcome Aziel back

Now Vikings' QB2, J.J. McCarthy to be ready when 'number's called'

Thu, 13 Aug 2026 14:55:17 GMT

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J.J. McCarthy, clearly disappointed by the Minnesota Vikings' decision to relegate him to No. 2 quarterback, vowed to do what he can to help the team win from his backup role.

'Obviously, every competitor wants to play,' he told reporters Wednesday. 'But moving forward, it's just about continuing to work hard and just staying ready for when my number's called.'

Rangers' Jacob deGrom chases elusive road win vs. Angels

Thu, 13 Aug 2026 12:55:14 GMT

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The playoff-contending Texas Rangers will try to earn a split of their four-game series with the Los Angeles Angels in Anaheim, Calif., on Thursday night.

To do that, two-time Cy Young Award winner Jacob deGrom will have to do something he's never done -- win at Angel Stadium.The right-handed deGrom (8-7, 3.87 ERA) is 1-3 with a 4.98 ERA in seven career appear

Against Reds, White Sox RHP Davis Martin tries again for elusive 10th win

Thu, 13 Aug 2026 12:19:04 GMT

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Right-hander Davis Martin earned the first victory for the Chicago White Sox in their turnaround season, part of a run that saw him collect nine wins in his first 11 decisions.

But Martin hasn't won since June 10 entering Thursday afternoon's outing against the visiting Cincinnati Reds.

With the stretch run approaching, a turnaround would go a long way for th

ICE to arm agents with shock gloves

Thu, 13 Aug 2026 09:20:18 GMT

The immigration agency plans to spend up to $20 million on what the DHS calls conductive distraction and de-escalation devices

The US Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) plans to equip its officers with special gloves capable of delivering painful electric shocks to people resisting arrest, according to a Department of Homeland Security (DHS) notice.

Known as G.L.O.V.E. (Generated Low

MLB roundup: Alex Bregman blasts 3 homers as Cubs crush Nationals

Thu, 13 Aug 2026 07:25:05 GMT

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Alex Bregman slammed three homers and drove in seven runs, both career highs, leading the visiting Chicago Cubs to a 12-6 win against the Washington Nationals on Wednesday.

Dansby Swanson homered, doubled and scored three times in the No. 9 spot for the Cubs, who have won eight of their past nine games. Seiya Suzuki had two hits, two RBIs and two runs, and Pedro Rami

Lynx nearly squander 29-point lead before holding off Fire

Thu, 13 Aug 2026 04:25:15 GMT

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Napheesa Collier recorded 20 points and nine rebounds and Kayla McBride added 19 points and four steals as the Minnesota Lynx held on for an 85-81 victory over the host Portland Fire on Wednesday night.

Natasha Howard contributed 14 points and 12 rebounds as Minnesota (28-7) won for the 13th time in the past 14 games. Olivia Miles had 13 points, seven assists and five

Twins, Phillies clash in latest Field of Dreams matchup

Thu, 13 Aug 2026 00:05:12 GMT

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The Minnesota Twins and Philadelphia Phillies are heading in opposite directions as they prepare to play in the third edition of the MLB Field of Dreams game on Thursday in Dyersville, Iowa.

The Twins, who will serve as the home team, have won four of their last seven contests overall. The Phillies, in turn, have lost

Four-run third fuels Twins past Orioles

Wed, 12 Aug 2026 20:55:13 GMT

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Alan Roden ripped a go-ahead RBI double to highlight a four-run third inning, fueling the Minnesota Twins to a 7-5 victory over the Baltimore Orioles on Wednesday afternoon in Minneapolis.

Josh Bell, who joined Roden with three hits, had an RBI single in the first inning to extend his on-base streak to 16 games.

Royce Lewis slapped an RBI double and Kody Clemen

New Project B league to follow Olympic gender policy

Wed, 12 Aug 2026 17:19:10 GMT

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The new women's basketball league Project B said it will follow Olympic guidelines regarding gender eligibility, thereby banning transgender women from competing.

As a global league, Project B told Front Office Sports it makes sense to follow International Olympic Committee and FIBA policies to provide 'consiste

Ex-NFL reporter Michele Tafoya wins Minnesota GOP primary

Wed, 12 Aug 2026 15:55:32 GMT

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Longtime NFL sideline reporter Michele Tafoya will be the Republican candidate for Minnesota's open seat in the U.S. Senate this November.

Tafoya, 61, received 52% of the vote in Tuesday night's GOP primary and will take on Minnesota's Democratic Lt. Gov. Peggy Flanagan. The winner will fill the seat vacated by retiring Sen. Tina Smith, a Democrat.

Tafoya, who w

Orioles' Gunnar Henderson stepping up ahead of finale vs. Twins

Wed, 12 Aug 2026 12:05:12 GMT

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Gunnar Henderson has struggled this season. But he offered a reason for optimism on Tuesday and will try to build on that momentum when his Baltimore Orioles face the Minnesota Twins on Wednesday afternoon in Minneapolis.

The teams have traded victories in the first two contests of the three-game series.

Orioles manager Craig Albernaz said Henderson has main

MLB roundup: Rays match team record with 6 homers in rout of A's

Wed, 12 Aug 2026 08:40:25 GMT

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Taylor Walls smacked his first two homers of the season and drove in three runs and the Tampa Bay Rays tied a team record with six home runs while rolling to a 12-4 victory over the Athletics on Tuesday night in West Sacramento, Calif.

Junior Caminero, Yandy Diaz, Victor Mesa Jr. and Carson Williams all added blasts as the Rays improved to 8-0 on their nine-game road

Trump-backed Mike Lindell loses Minnesota primary to Lisa Demuth; South Carolina Senate race heads to runoff

Wed, 12 Aug 2026 08:30:12 GMT

Minnesota [US], August 12 (ANI): US state primary elections on Tuesday delivered major victories and crushing defeats, with Minnesota House Speaker Lisa Demuth handing Trump-backed Mike Lindell a primary loss in the Republican governor's race, while in South Carolina, appointed Senator Darline Graham and Representative Ralph Norman beat out candidates to advance to a runoff for the state's vacant US Senate seat.

Taylor Walls belts 2 of Rays' 6 home runs in win over A's

Wed, 12 Aug 2026 04:40:28 GMT

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Taylor Walls smacked his first two homers of the season and drove in three runs and the Tampa Bay Rays hit a season-high six home runs while rolling to a 12-4 victory over the Athletics on Tuesday night in West Sacramento, Calif., to stretch their winning streak to eight games.

Junior Caminero, Yandy Diaz, Victor Mesa Jr. and Carson Williams all added blasts as the Ra

Orioles get off to fast start in victory over Twins

Wed, 12 Aug 2026 02:55:14 GMT

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Gunnar Henderson went 3-for-5 with a double and a two-run homer, and the Baltimore Orioles held on for a 5-2 win over the Minnesota Twins on Tuesday night in Minneapolis.

Pete Alonso finished 3-for-4 with a two-run homer for Baltimore, which pulled even in the three-game series with the rubber match slated for Wednesday. Christian Encarnacion-Strand went 3-for-4 with

Lynx hope Kayla McBride provides elite encore against Fire

Wed, 12 Aug 2026 00:40:26 GMT

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Kayla McBride is fresh off a contest in which she established a career high with 43 points and set a WNBA record with 10 3-point baskets.

That makes for one hard act to follow as McBride and the Minnesota Lynx visit the Portland Fire on Wednesday night.

Minnesota (27-7) also became the first team to clinch a playoff spot with Sunday's 103-90 home victory ove

Valkyries eager to avenge early-season loss to Sky

Wed, 12 Aug 2026 00:05:18 GMT

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The Golden State Valkyries get an opportunity to avenge arguably their most disappointing loss of the season when they host the Chicago Sky on Wednesday night in San Francisco.

The WNBA's second-place squad has lost just nine times all season, including twice to the top team in the league (Minnesota) and three times to the defending champions (Las Vegas).

Their

New Minnesota law expands feeding power of eggs

Wed, 12 Aug 2026 01:50:01 GMT

Visitor numbers at Minnesota hunger relief sites are keeping a record-breaking pace and a new state law provides flexibility when accessing a key source of nutrition.

Starting this month, food shelves across the state can accept donated eggs past their quality assurance date, with 30 days as the cutoff point.

Game Recap: Ravens Take Care of Eagles in Preseason Opener

Sun, 16 Aug 2026 02:16:23 GMT

Quentin Corpuel

In a battle of the birds, the Ravens flew higher.

Baltimore defeated the Philadelphia Eagles, 24-7, in Saturday's preseason opener, as a late touchdown was the only thing standing in the way of the Ravens' first preseason shutout since 2019.

With almost all of the Ravens' starters not playing, plenty of players got opportunities to make their cases for a spot on the 53-man roster. Both

Vikings at Giants Game Observations: Revamped Run Game

Sat, 15 Aug 2026 20:24:38 GMT

Craig Peters

EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J.The revamped Vikings run game started fast, furious and with 44 yards on Minnesota's first possession of the 2026 preseason.

Aaron Jones, Sr., zoomed behind the left side of the offensive line featuring left tackle Christian Darrisaw and left guard Donovan Jackson and picked up steam for a gain of 18 on Minnesota's first snap.

Jones toted the ball thr

Steelers sign Benton

Sat, 15 Aug 2026 20:14:22 GMT

Teresa Varley

The Steelers signed defensive tackle Keeanu Benton to a new five-year contract.

"It's a dream come true for me and my family," said Benton. "I want to thank the whole Steelers organization. I am forever grateful.

"I can't wait to see what the future holds."

Benton has appeared in 51 games, with 40 starts, in three seasons. He has 122 tackles, 57 solo stops, seven and a half sacks,

Inbox: Brandon Cisse's approach is that of a grizzled veteran

Sat, 15 Aug 2026 13:00:00 GMT

John Williams has emerged as an intriguing depth piece

Wes Hodkiewicz

Gary from Middleton, WI

Well, the shiny new model was rolled out for the initial test drive. As expected, all did not go smoothly. There were moments of promising acceleration, but also too much sputtering and misfiring. But that's why we must remember there are test drives. Thankfully, we have a garage full of talented mechanics

Teddye Buchanan Passes Physical, Comes Off PUP List

Fri, 14 Aug 2026 20:05:10 GMT

Ryan Mink

Ravens linebacker Teddye Buchanan is now ready to build off a strong rookie season, as he has passed his physical and been removed from the PUP list.

Buchanan suffered a torn ACL on Dec. 14 and has been determined to come back stronger. General Manager Eric DeCosta said Buchanan had one of the "top 1% of rehabs" he's ever witnessed in 30 years.

"This dude has been incredible in how he's atta

Vikings at Giants: Previewing 2026 Preseason Game 1

Fri, 14 Aug 2026 16:00:06 GMT

Rob Kleifield

EAGAN, Minn.The Vikings are touching down in Newark this evening and will begin their 2026 exhibition schedule at MetLife Stadium at noon (CT) Saturday against the new-era New York Giants.

It's not quite the feel of Week 1, but it's real football and a real opportunity for Minnesota to collectively build on the first three weeks of training camp and for players to gain comfort

Sam Darnold Ranked No. 21 On NFL Top 100 Players List

Fri, 14 Aug 2026 15:03:52 GMT

Seahawks quarterback Sam Darnold made the NFL Top 100 Players list for the second straight season, checking in at No. 21 after helping lead the Seahawks to a Super Bowl title.

John Boyle

Sam Darnold's 2025 season, his first with the Seahawks, saw him make the Pro Bowl for the second straight year, lead a team to a 14-3 regular season record for the second straight year, and most significantly, lead his te

Max Bredeson's Career Open with Vikings Includes Unique Intersections

Fri, 14 Aug 2026 15:00:06 GMT

Craig Peters

EAGAN, Minn.Max Bredeson will have the opportunity to write his NFL story with shifts and motions before snaps, lane-clearing blocks for running backs and quite possibly some catches based on everything seen so far at Vikings Training Camp.

If he crosses the goal line at some point, it's OK by him as long as it's a sound football play. If a teammate scores while he's on the fie

Rookie Watch: Preseason check-in with 2026 class

Fri, 14 Aug 2026 09:24:00 GMT

Matt Citak

The wait is finally over, folks. The 2026 campaign officially kicks off this weekend.

The New York Giants will take the field at MetLife Stadium for the first time this season as they face the Minnesota Vikings in the preseason opener.

With nine home regular-season games this year, Saturday's matchup will be the Giants' lone home preseason game. They travel to Miami to take on the Dolphins

Get to Know Vikings OLB Cam'Ron Stewart

Thu, 13 Aug 2026 18:35:02 GMT

Lindsey Young

EAGAN, Minn.The adjustment from college ball to the NFL can be significant, particularly as an undrafted rookie, but Cam'Ron Stewart is committed to making the most of every opportunity.

The Vikings outside linebacker has shown flashes during training camp, getting into the backfield for would-be sacks including one during Sunday's night practice at TCO Stadium and displaying

Vikings Release 1st Unofficial Depth Chart of 2026 Season

Wed, 12 Aug 2026 22:35:34 GMT

As the Vikings prepare for their first preseason game, they've also released their first unofficial depth chart of the 2026 campaign. Minnesota will face the Giants at noon (CT) Saturday at MetLife Stadium.

Minnesota Vikings Unofficial Depth Chart

Updated on Wednesday, Aug. 12

Minnesota opted to list 12 positions on offense to account for the use of three receivers in 11 personnel (a

Colts vs. Patriots preview: 5 players to watch in preseason opener

Wed, 12 Aug 2026 18:00:33 GMT

The Colts play their first preseason game of 2026 on Thursday night against the New England Patriots at Gillette Stadium.

JJ Stankevitz

FOXBOROUGH, Mass. Between this week and next week, the Colts will go through three joint practices and two preseason games, representing a major opportunity for several players looking to carve out prominent roles and/or roster spots.

And on Thursday, a "slew" of st

Mike Lindell's $5M challenge

Fri, 14 Aug 2026 11:50:03 GMT

Read the ruling here.

Source: Courthouse News Service

Absentee voting in Minnesota

Fri, 14 Aug 2026 11:42:17 GMT

Read the ruling here.

Source: Courthouse News Service

Minnesota primaries reveal parties grappling with shifting voter priorities

Wed, 12 Aug 2026 11:16:42 GMT

MINNEAPOLIS (CN) - A record-breaking primary election in Minnesota drew over 1 million voters Tuesday, capping a year of fierce political turmoil and locking in a slate of high-stakes fall matchups.

The high turnout across the state reflected an electorate deeply motivated by recent debates over state fraud, federal immigration enforcement and government oversight as voters on both sides of the aisle signale

Cambodia Seeks Foreign Investment as Economy Faces Growing Pressure

Sun, 16 Aug 2026 22:03:20 GMT

Cambodia Seeks Foreign Investment as Economy Faces Growing Pressure

Downtown jail inmate dies one day after arrest

Sun, 16 Aug 2026 13:40:43 GMT

Downtown jail inmate dies one day after arrest

Officers track illegal street racing on social media, crack down on sideshows

Sun, 16 Aug 2026 13:38:47 GMT

Officers track illegal street racing on social media, crack down on sideshows

Reward offered to find who vandalized UCSD Jewish fraternity house

Sun, 16 Aug 2026 13:37:17 GMT

Reward offered to find who vandalized UCSD Jewish fraternity house

Man pleads guilty to kicking sea lion

Sun, 16 Aug 2026 13:35:30 GMT

Man pleads guilty to kicking sea lion

Should parents be held responsible for kids getting hurt on e-bikes?

Sun, 16 Aug 2026 13:32:36 GMT

Should parents be held responsible for kids getting hurt on e-bikes?

Human remains found during search in Palomar Mountain area

Sun, 16 Aug 2026 13:29:11 GMT

Human remains found during search in Palomar Mountain area

SDPD investigating Mira Mesa shooting that left husband injured and wife dead

Sun, 16 Aug 2026 13:22:58 GMT

SDPD investigating Mira Mesa shooting that left husband injured and wife dead

La Mesa man held without bail after allegedly shooting sleeping neighbor

Sun, 16 Aug 2026 13:22:16 GMT

La Mesa man held without bail after allegedly shooting sleeping neighbor

Video DNR officers rescue missing Muskegon River rafters

Sun, 16 Aug 2026 12:42:05 GMT

Video DNR officers rescue missing Muskegon River rafters

Suspect arrested in World War II Memorial vandalism in Washington

Sun, 16 Aug 2026 12:38:47 GMT

Suspect arrested in World War II Memorial vandalism in Washington

Man convicted of stabbing Solano County K-9 after pursuit

Sun, 16 Aug 2026 12:36:36 GMT

Man convicted of stabbing Solano County K-9 after pursuit

Chicago Police expand victim services in domestic cases

Sun, 16 Aug 2026 12:35:22 GMT

Chicago Police expand victim services in domestic cases

Harvey Finishes 17th In Pan Pacific Prelims

Sat, 15 Aug 2026 22:33:05 GMT

Harvey Finishes 17th In Pan Pacific Prelims

17-year-old boy dies falling from stairs inside building in CBD, New Orleans police say

Sun, 16 Aug 2026 08:57:10 GMT

17-year-old boy dies falling from stairs inside building in CBD, New Orleans police say

Condors safely released into wild as Timber Fire burns

Sat, 15 Aug 2026 21:07:09 GMT

Condors safely released into wild as Timber Fire burns