The Hall Calls: Wright, Wallace, Griffith Among 2021 Class
Jay Wright used to sell tickets to games in the long-defunct United States Football League
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Rombauer Pulls Preakness Stakes Upset
Rombauer romped to an 11-1 upset victory in the Preakness on Saturday, denying Bob Baffert-trained Kentucky Derby winner Medina Sprint the chance at a Triple Crown that would have come with a giant asterisk. Medina Spirit finished third in the 1 3/16-mile race and was passed for the first time in his career after going off as the 2-1 favorite…... -
NHL Playoffs 2021: How Flyers Fans Can Watch the First Round
The 2021 NHL playoffs begin with the first game of the first round on Saturday, May 15. Here’s everything you need to know about when and where games will be played in the first round.
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Vince Velasquez Seizing Spot in Phillies' Rotation
Down to his final chance in the Phillies’ rotation, Vince Velasquez is finally making the most of it.
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Retired Black Players Say NFL Brain-Injury Payouts Show Bias
Thousands of retired Black professional football players, their families and supporters are demanding an end to the controversial use of “race-norming” to determine which players are eligible for payouts in the NFL’s $1 billion settlement of brain injury claims, a system experts say is discriminatory
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Midnight Bourbon, Concert Tour Are Top Preakness Challengers
Midnight Bourbon and Concert Tour are the biggest challengers in the Preakness to Kentucky Derby winner Medina Spirit
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Medina Spirit Cleared to Run, Preakness Back to Semi-Normal
Some fans are back at the Preakness to witness another run at a Triple Crown
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Japan Expands Virus Emergency Ahead of Tokyo Olympics
Japan is further expanding a coronavirus state of emergency from six areas, including Tokyo, to nine as the government repeated its determination to hold the Olympics in just over two months
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Olympic Champion Biles Returning to Competition on May 22
Simone Biles is back to competing
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2021 WNBA Season Preview: Top Storylines, Key Players for 25th Anniversary
The WNBA is ready to start its 25th season. Here are some of the league’s top storylines, players and contenders to watch in 2021.
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2021 NBA Hall of Fame Class: Kobe Bryant, Tim Duncan, Kevin Garnett
Kobe. Timmy. KG. The full names weren’t necessary. The first name, or even the initials, were enough.
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Game-Worn Kobe Bryant HS Jersey Up for Auction
A game-worn jersey from legendary NBA star Kobe Bryant’s days as a player for Lower Merion High School is up for auction.
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Here Are 10 of the Worst Matchups on the NFL's 2021 Full Schedule
The 2021 NFL schedule has been released, and while some matchups are must-watch events, these 10 games could be the worst of the entire season.
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Here's How to Watch and What to Know for the 2021 Preakness Stakes
Heres how to watch Medina Spirit race in the 2021 Preakness Stakes, the second leg of the Triple Crown.
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Brady-Prescott Kicks Off NFL Season Plus a Return to London
The NFL is returning to London in October and Tom Brady begins his pursuit of an eighth Super Bowl title against Dak Prescott and the Dallas Cowboys when Tampa Bay hosts the league’s annual kickoff game on Sept. 9.
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Frustration in Japan as Leader Pushes Olympics Despite Virus
A full-page newspaper ad in Japan has condemned the government for forcing people to endure the pandemic without vaccines
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Phillies' Win Over Nationals Comes at a Cost With J.T. Realmuto Injured
The Phillies won for the sixth time in the last eight games but it came at a cost.
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Famed Hawaii Quarterback Colt Brennan Dead at Age 37
Former University of Hawaii star quarterback Colt Brennan has died.
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Athletics to Explore Relocation Options From Oakland
The A’s very well could be the third pro sports team to leave Oakland.
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Preakness Allows Medina Spirit to Enter With Extra Testing
Trainer Bob Baffert says Kentucky Derby winner Medina Spirit was treated with an antifungal ointment containing the steroid betamethasone that may have caused the horse to fail a postrace drug test
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Doug Pederson Excited to Watch Eagles' Hurts, Smith, Reagor in 2021
Former Philadelphia Eagles coach Doug Pederson is looking forward to watching Jalen Hurts and the rest of his former players in 2021.
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Basketball Hall of Fame 2021 Inductees to Be Revealed Sunday
The Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame will announce the Class of 2021 this Sunday. Will Paul Pierce be among them?
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Los Angeles Lakers Nine-Part Docuseries Coming to Hulu in 2022
A nine-part docuseries on the Los Angeles Lakers is coming to Hulu, detailing everything from the “Showtime” era, to Shaq and Kobe, to LeBron James and the team’s latest championship.
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EXPLAINER: Derby Winner's Failed Test Latest in Horse Doping
Kentucky Derby winner Medina Spirit’s failed postrace drug test has put doping horses back in the spotlight when the sport would rather have the focus on the Triple Crown.
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Report: Jacksonville Jaguars to Sign Tim Tebow, Use Former QB as Tight End
The Jacksonville Jaguars reportedly are expected to sign former Denver Broncos and New York Jets QB Tim Tebow as a tight end.
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Russell Westbrook Breaks Oscar Robertson's Career Triple-Doubles Record
Russell Westbrook passed Oscar Robertson on the career triple-doubles list in Atlanta on Monday night.
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‘Mad Max': Tyrese Maxey Has Trio of 35-Year-Old Sixers Veterans Invested in Him
The Sixers’ trio of 35-year-olds — including Dwight Howard — have been in Tyrese Maxey’s corner.
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IOC's Thomas Bach Cancels Japan Trip Because of Virus Cases
IOC President Thomas Bach has canceled a trip to Japan because of surging cases of COVID-19 in the country
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Phillies Vs. Braves: Aaron Nola Lasts Just Four Innings in Loss
Aaron Nola was tagged for four runs in the bottom of the first inning and the Phillies went on to suffer a 6-1 loss in Atlanta.
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Medina Spirit Could Lose Ky. Derby Win; Track Bans Baffert
Medina Spirit’s victory in the Kentucky Derby is in serious jeopardy because of a failed postrace drug test
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Former Eagle Brandon Bair Saves Man's Life After Fiery Train Crash
Brandon Bair, who played for the Philadelphia Eagles from 2015 to 2016, saved a man who was trapped in a flaming semi-truck Thursday evening.
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Phillies Vs. Braves: 3 Blown Leads After 8th Inning End Phils' Win Streak
The Phillies blew three leads after the eight inning and lost in brutal fashion Saturday night in Atlanta.
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Joel Embiid, Dwight Howard Lead Sixers Over Pistons
The Sixers’ spot starters turned in strong games Saturday night in a 118-104 win over the Pistons, the team’s eighth straight victory.
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Flyers at Capitals Live Stream, Storylines, Game Time and More
Flyers head coach Alain Vigneault was honest about his evaluation of players without a playoff race.
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Phillies Vs. Braves: Jean Segura Clutch in Phils' 5th Straight Win
The Phillies badly needed a lopsided win after playing one-run games for a week straight and they got one Friday night in Atlanta.
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Sixers Observations: Embiid, Sixers Beat Pelicans Despite Bad 3rd Quarter
The Sixers overcame a bad third quarter to earn their seventh consecutive win Friday night, 109-107 over the Pelicans.
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Bobby Valentine Running for Mayor of Conn. Hometown
Former Major League player and manager Bobby Valentine announced Friday he is running for mayor of Stamford. “It’s official! I’m seeking your support to be the next Mayor of Stamford, CT!” he tweeted Friday. Valentine, 70, who currently serves as the athletic director at Sacred Heart University, posted a video on social medi... -
Phillies' Andrew McCutchen Joins Puppy Dog Pals for Special Episode
Veteran Phillies left fielder Andrew McCutchen and Dodgers superstar Mookie Betts are joining the animated cartoon universe. By Adam Hermann
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Eagles' DeVonta Smith Thought Panthers Were Going to Draft Him
The Eagles’ newest wide receiver is thrilled to be in Philadelphia, but for a second he thought he was heading elsewhere.
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Howie Roseman Wants Jalen Hurts to Take Job and Run With It
It sounds like Howie Roseman finally endorsed Jalen Hurts as the Eagles’ starting quarterback. By Dave Zangaro
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University of Hartford Drops Sports From Division I to III
The University of Hartford is dropping its sports teams from Division I to Division III, a decision that comes after the men’s basketball team this season won its first America East championship and played in the NCAA Tournament for the first time, losing to eventual national champion Baylor in the first round.
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NCAA Reaches a Key Moment as Transgender Laws Multiply
The NCAA has reached a delicate moment: It must decide whether to punish states that have passed laws limiting the participation of transgender athletes.
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Batman Fan Doug Flutie Built a Batcave Replica in His Garage and It's Awesome
Former Heisman Trophy winner and current NBC Sports analyst Doug Flutie built a replica Batcave in his garage and the NBC Sports Boston Camera Guys got an exclusive tour.
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Univ. of Texas LB Jake Ehlinger Found Dead Days After Brother Drafted Into NFL
University of Texas linebacker Jake Ehlinger, the younger brother of former Longhorns quarterback Sam Ehlinger, was found dead Thursday near campus, Austin police say.
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Gymnasts Take a Stand Against Sexualization With ‘New Kind of Uniform'
A group of German gymnasts aimed to send a message against the sexualization of female gymnasts by wearing full-body leotards during the European championships.
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Zack Wheeler Delivers Best Start of Career, Phillies Sweep Brewers
The Phillies parlayed a big hit from Alec Bohm and an absolutely brilliant pitching performance from Zack Wheeler into a 2-0 victory over the Brewers at Citizens Bank Park.
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US Women to Play Summer Series in Texas Ahead of Olympics
The US women’s national soccer team will play Portugal, Jamaica and Nigeria during a five-match Summer Series next month in Texas
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Albert Pujols Designated for Assignment by Los Angeles Angels
Albert Pujols was designated for assignment by the Los Angeles Angels and hit 667 career home runs in 21 years in the majors.
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Willie Mays Turns 90 as Oldest Living Baseball Hall of Famer
The Say Hey Kid turns 90 today. To celebrate Willie Mays, Major League Baseball tweeted out a happy birthday message from Hall of Famers Ken Griffey Jr., Cal Ripken Jr. and more.
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Why Eagles' Draft Pick Landon Dickerson Says He's Thankful for All His Injuries
One of the biggest concerns about the Eagles’ second-round pick this year is actually something offensive lineman Landon Dickerson embraces.
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NFL Providing 50 Free Super Bowl LVI Tickets to Vaccinated Fans
The NFL has announced that they will be giving away 50 free Super Bowl LVI tickets to fans that have taken their COVID-19 vaccination
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Pfizer and BioNTech to Donate Vaccines for Olympic Athletes
Vaccine developers Pfizer and BioNTech are donating doses to inoculate athletes and officials preparing for the Tokyo Olympics
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Decision on Betting on NJ College Sports Teams Could Wind Up With Voters
New Jersey’s voters could be asked this fall whether to allow betting on the state’s college sports teams.
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Petition Against Olympics Gains Tens of Thousands of Signatures in Japan
An online petition calling for the Tokyo Olympics to be canceled has gained ten of thousands of signatures since being launched in Japan just days ago.
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Phillies Poised for Sweep of Brewers After Another One-Run Victory
With some clutch relief pitching late in the game, the Phillies managed to hold on for a 5-4 victory over the Milwaukee Brewers.
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15-Year-Old Sues for Right to Play in NWSL
A 15-year-old soccer player has sued for the right to play in the National Women’s Soccer League, which doesn’t allow players under 18.
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Joel Embiid, Sixers Handle Depleted Rockets
The Rockets had very few healthy players and no way to slow down Joel Embiid on Wednesday as the Sixers picked up a sixth consecutive win, 135-115.
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Philly Sports Fans Are ‘Most Informed', ‘Most Obnoxious', President Biden Says
President Joe Biden says Philadelphia sports fans “know everything,” apparently to a fault.
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Who Were the Eagles' Winners and Losers After NFL Draft?
Here are some winners and losers on the Philadelphia Eagles’ roster after the 2021 NFL Draft.
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‘You Can Still Be an A- – – – – -‘: Union Advance Over Atlanta in Another Testy CCL Match
The tension between the Philadelphia Union and Atlanta United ratcheted up again as Philly progressed to the CONCACAF Champion’s League semifinal following their second-leg tie Tuesday night.
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Joe Girardi Survives Embarrassing Lineup Card Mistake as Phillies Beat Brewers
The Phillies’ sloppiness in the field extended into the dugout Tuesday as an embarrassing lineup card gaffe nearly cost them a win. But they still managed to beat the Brewers 6-5.
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Penguins' Sidney Crosby Spoils Brian Elliott's 500th Game as Flyers Lose
Brian Elliott’s 500th career game was spoiled by Sidney Crosby as the Flyers suffered a 7-3 loss Tuesday night to the Penguins.
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DeVonta Smith Explains Where His Tough ‘Football Strength' Comes From
DeVonta Smith’s size is a hot topic in NFL circles, but his toughness doesn’t seem to be questionable by anyone who knows him.
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Phillies Vs. Brewers: Vince Velasquez Leads Win, Deserves Another Start
Vince Velasquez delivered six strong innings in a 4-3 Phillies win over the Milwaukee Brewers at Citizens Bank Park.
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Google Signs Deal With WNBA to Help Champion Women's Sports
The WNBA has signed a multiyear deal with Google to be the presenting partner for the league’s playoffs.
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NHL Playoff Picture: Flyers Have a Night, Push Penguins Behind Capitals
The unpredictable Flyers went from losing three straight in regulation to the Devils to knocking the Penguins out of first place with a 7-2 drubbing Monday night.
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Tobias Harris, Sixers Hold Off Bulls, Win 5th Straight
The Sixers extended their lead at the top of the Eastern Conference to a full game Monday night with a 106-94 win over the Bulls.
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Breanna Stewart Pops the Question to Marta Xargay
WNBA Finals MVP Breanna Stewart got down on one knee recently to propose to girlfriend Marta Xargay of the Phoenix Mercury.
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Bobby Unser, 87, Indy 500 Champ in Great Racing Family, Dies
Three-time Indianapolis 500 winner Bobby Unser has died
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Eric McClure, Former NASCAR Driver, Dead at 42
The sports world is mourning the loss of former NASCAR driver Eric McClure
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Eagles Didn't Draft a Day 1 or 2 Corner; Howie Roseman Explains Why
The Eagles need to bolster their CB depth – so why did they wait until the fourth round to draft one?
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Tokyo Games Need 500 Nurses; Nurses Say Needs Are Elsewhere
Some nurses in Japan are incensed at a request from Tokyo Olympic organizers to have 500 of them dispatched to help out with the games.
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Phillies Lose to Mets After Hoskins' Game-Tying, 9th-Inning Homer Is Overturned
A potential three-run homer that was changed to a two-run double proved to be the difference in the Phillies’ 8-7 loss to the Mets.
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Man United Fans Storm Stadium, Force Game to Be Called Off
Manchester United’s Premier League game against Liverpool was postponed after supporters stormed into the stadium and onto the field
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Jose Alvarado Suspended 3 Games by MLB for Dom Smith Incident
Phillies reliever Jose Alvarado has been suspended 3 games by Major League Baseball for his actions after striking out Dom Smith Friday night.
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Jenner Says Transgender Girls in Women's Sports Is ‘Unfair'
Caitlyn Jenner, the former Olympic champion and reality TV personality now running for California governor, said she opposes transgender girls competing in girls’ sports at school
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Sixers Beat Undermanned Spurs With Game-Winning Tip-In from Ben Simmons in Overtime
Ben Simmons’ overtime tip-in saved the day in the Sixers’ 113-111 win Sunday night over the Spurs.
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NFL Draft Grades: How Eagles Fared in 2021 Draft, According to Experts
Scouring the internet for a roundup of Eagles’ grades from the 2021 NFL draft.
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Eagles Got a Playmaker, Extra First-Round Pick and Depth
The Philadelphia Eagles added an extra first-round pick next year before selecting the Heisman Trophy winner and spent the rest of the draft focused mainly on defense
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Eagles' Zach Ertz Not Going Anywhere Unless Price Is Right
The draft has passed, but Zach Ertz remains in Philly.
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Medina Spirit Wins 2021 Kentucky Derby: See Full Results, Payouts
Bob Baffert’s Medina Spirit was the winner of the 147th Kentucky Derby, finishing with a time of 2:01:02 to take the first leg of horse racing’s Triple Crown.
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Phillies Vs. Mets: Umpires' Bad Call on Andrew McCutchen Costly in Loss
The Phillies’ inability to win two games in a row becomes a little more remarkable every day.
