FlipboardIcon version of the Flipboard logoPortland Timbers Timbers cap 12-game trip with 3-1 win over UnionUSA TODAY SportsCHESTER, Pa. (AP) — Brian Fernández scored twice and the Portland Timbers beat Philadelphia 3-1 on Saturday night to knock the Union from the top spot in the Eastern Conference standings. The game ended
FlipboardIcon version of the Flipboard logoSports Hedges hits grand slam as Padres pound Blue Jays 19-4USA TODAY SportsTORONTO (AP) — Austin Hedges connected for a grand slam, and the San Diego Padres hit a franchise-record seven home runs to romp past the Toronto Blue Jays 19-4 Saturday for their fifth straight win. Myers
FlipboardIcon version of the Flipboard logoSports Phillies get 4 HRs, strong outing by Arrieta to beat BrewersUSA TODAY SportsMILWAUKEE (AP) — Philadelphia Phillies ace Jake Arrieta was terrific in his first win in a month. The Milwaukee Brewers felt he got some help from plate umpire Mike Estabrook. Arrieta pitched eight effective
FlipboardIcon version of the Flipboard logoSports LEADING OFF: Price ill, Jays slump, HR-prone Hess at CoorsUSA TODAY SportsBoston Red Sox left-hander David Price is on the mend after he left his start at Houston due to flu-like symptoms. Price threw 15 pitches before leaving with two out in the first inning. It was the shortest
FlipboardIcon version of the Flipboard logoNew York Mets Nido homers in 13th, Ramos homers twice as Mets beat TigersUSA TODAY SportsNEW YORK (AP) — Needing to play catch-up yet again, the New York Mets got their biggest swings from backstops Tomás Nido and Wilson Ramos in another dramatic win. Nido homered against Buck Farmer leading
FlipboardIcon version of the Flipboard logoSports Marte homers again as Diamondbacks rout Giants 10-4USA TODAY SportsSAN FRANCISCO (AP) — Ildemaro Vargas was adamant that he scored before the Giants completed an inning-ending double play in the first, quickly calling for Arizona manager Tory Lovullo to ask for a replay.
FlipboardIcon version of the Flipboard logoPatrick Corbin Corbin pitches shutout in Nationals 5-0 win over MarlinsUSA TODAY SportsWASHINGTON (AP) — Washington's bullpen has been a problem all season. Thanks to Patrick Corbin, it wasn't needed on Saturday. Corbin pitched a four-hitter, Yan Gomes hit a three-run double and the Washington
FlipboardIcon version of the Flipboard logoAtlanta Hawks Nets hire Hawks' Peterson as assistant general managerUSA TODAY SportsNEW YORK (AP) — The Brooklyn Nets have hired Jeff Peterson as their assistant general manager. Peterson replaces Trajan Langdon, who was hired as the New Orleans Pelicans' GM. Peterson spent seven seasons
Alligator Alligator attack leaves Florida woman with 'significant' bite injuries, rescuers sayUSA TODAY - Tyler VazquezMELBOURNE, Fla. – Paramedics responded to Fay Lake Wilderness Park in Port St. John Saturday after a woman was bitten by an alligator. Brevard County Fire Rescue said the woman had "significant" bite and
FlipboardIcon version of the Flipboard logoMatt Harvey Angels place Harvey on 10-day IL following rough outingUSA TODAY SportsANAHEIM, Calif. (AP) — The Los Angeles Angels placed Matt Harvey on the 10-day injured list with an upper back strain on Saturday, two days after what he deemed an "embarrassing" loss and one of the worst
FlipboardIcon version of the Flipboard logoSan Diego Padres Padres hit team-record 7 HRs, rout Jays 19-4, win 5th in rowUSA TODAY SportsTORONTO (AP) — In an afternoon full of big hits for the San Diego Padres, it was left to ninth-place batter Austin Hedges to register the biggest. Hedges connected for a grand slam and the Padres hit franchise-record
Sports Virginia rallies, upends Duke in double overtime; Yale returns to NCAA championship gameUSA TODAY Sports - Eddie TimanusPHILADELPHIA — In what has become a recurring theme for the Virginia men’s lacrosse team, the Cavaliers overcame a fourth-quarter deficit and prevailed in double overtime 13-12. The victim this time was
Sports His NFL dreams fell apart. So former Iowa star Drew Ott is building a new life on the farmUSA TODAY Sports - Chad LeistikowTRUMBULL, Neb. — The late-morning sun is shining in the farm fields of south-central Nebraska, a welcomed change this rain-soaked spring. It’s planting season, and the most famous resident of Trumbull
FlipboardIcon version of the Flipboard logoChicago Cubs Cubs top Reds 8-6 in wild 6-HR gameUSA TODAY SportsCHICAGO (AP) — Addison Russell delivered an impressive all-around performance on a wild day. The Chicago Cubs needed every last bit of it, too. Russell homered at Wrigley Field for the first time since
Dennis Rodman NBA legend Dennis Rodman accused of randomly smacking man in face at Florida partyUSA TODAY Sports - AJ Neuharth-KeuschA police report obtained by the South Florida Sun Sentinel states that NBA legend and Hall of Famer Dennis Rodman “open hand smacked” a man at a party at a bar in Delray Beach, Florida last week. The Jeff
FlipboardIcon version of the Flipboard logoJim Furyk Na settles for 69, 2-shot Colonial lead over Spieth, FurykUSA TODAY SportsFORT WORTH, Texas (AP) — If Jordan Spieth thinks a winless streak approaching two years seems like forever, he might want to check with fellow major winner Jim Furyk. Both have a chance to end droughts
University of Wisconsin Wife, daughter of Wisconsin basketball assistant coach Howard Moore killed in crashUSA TODAY Sports - Jeff PotrykusThe wife and daughter of University of Wisconsin assistant basketball coach Howard Moore were killed in a head-on collision Saturday in Michigan. Moore’s wife, Jennifer, and daughter, Jaidyn, died. Moore
FlipboardIcon version of the Flipboard logoBologna Bologna beat Napoli late to finish Serie A on highUSA TODAY SportsROME (AP) — Federico Santander scored a late winner for Bologna to beat Napoli 3-2 in the last round of Serie A on Saturday. Santander bagged the opening goal as Bologna, in mid-table, led 2-0 by halftime.
FlipboardIcon version of the Flipboard logoSt. Louis Blues After half-century of frustration, Blues can exorcise demonsUSA TODAY SportsST. LOUIS (AP) — Stanley Jackson and buddy Steven Crow can be excused if they tend to watch their beloved St. Louis Blues with their hands over their eyes, just waiting for the next thing to go wrong.
FlipboardIcon version of the Flipboard logoSports Voit, Yanks beat KC 7-3, open twinbill with 6th win in rowUSA TODAY SportsKANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — Luke Voit put on quite a power show for his big rooting section at Kauffman Stadium. With 60 family members and friends in the stands, the Missouri native hit a 470-foot, go-ahead
FlipboardIcon version of the Flipboard logoXfinity Series Tyler Reddick powers to Xfinity race victory at CharlotteUSA TODAY SportsCONCORD, N.C. (AP) — Tyler Reddick won the Xfinity Series race at Charlotte Motor Speedway on Saturday after taking the lead for good on a restart with 15 laps to go. The defending Xfinity champion led
Stan Lee Stan Lee’s former manager arrested on elder abuse chargesUSA TODAYLOS ANGELES (AP) — A former business manager of Stan Lee was arrested Saturday on elder abuse charges involving the late comic book legend. Keya Morgan was taken into custody in Arizona on an outstanding
Mel B Mel B addresses sound issues on first stop of Spice Girls tour after complaintsUSA TODAY - Sara M MoniuszkoMel B is addressing complaints of sound issues at the Spice Girls first tour stop in Dublin. The singer took to her Instagram Story late Friday to say things will be "much better" at their next stop. guys.
Donald TrumpTrump lawyers and House Committees reach an agreement that prevents Trump's financial records from being made public -- nowUSA TODAY - Nicholas WuNEW YORK — President Donald Trump's financial records from two banks will not have to be turned over for now, according to a new court filing with the United States District Court for the Southern District
FlipboardIcon version of the Flipboard logoLeipzig Bayern beats Leipzig 3-0 in German Cup final to seal doubleUSA TODAY SportsBERLIN (AP) — Captain Manuel Neuer returned from six weeks out injured to help Bayern Munich complete a domestic double after beating Leipzig 3-0 in the German Cup final on Saturday. Robert Lewandowski
Natalie Portman Moby issues apology to Natalie Portman after she denied dating claimsUSA TODAY - Sara M MoniuszkoDays after Natalie Portman disputed claims that she dated Moby two decades ago, claims he stood by, the musician is now issuing an apology. In an Instagram post Saturday, Moby addressed criticisms he regarding
FlipboardIcon version of the Flipboard logoGeneva Zverev saves 2 match points, beats Jarry to win Geneva titleUSA TODAY SportsGENEVA (AP) — Alexander Zverev saved two match points after waiting out two long rain delays to win his first title this season, beating Nicolas Jarry 6-3, 3-6, 7-6 (8) in the Geneva Open final on Saturday.
U.S. Marines As a WWII vet battles dementia, his family's research uncovers lost stories from his lifeUSA TODAY - Matthew GlowickiCarl Thompson's loved ones haven't heard him tell a wartime story in a few years, but a renewed passion for his past has brought those tales, and then some, to the forefront. Thompson, who enlisted in
San Francisco Giants Grandson of Hall of Famer Carl Yastrzemski makes MLB debut with GiantsUSA TODAY SportsSAN FRANCISCO (AP) — Mike Yastrzemski, the grandson of Hall of Famer Carl Yastrzemski, was called up by the San Francisco Giants and made his major league debut in Saturday's game against the Arizona Yastrzemski
Betsy DeVos 51 attorneys general call on Betsy DeVos to cancel up to 42,000 disabled veterans' student debtsUSA TODAY - Nicholas WuWASHINGTON — In a letter sent to Education Secretary Betsy DeVos on Friday evening, 51 attorneys general called on the Education Secretary to automatically cancel disabled veterans' student debt, something
