FlipboardIcon version of the Flipboard logoSports Catching on: Langley switches from cornerback to receiverUSA TODAY SportsENGLEWOOD, Colo. (AP) — Here's the catch: Brendan Langley reached a point where he would rather receive passes than pick them off. So, the Denver Broncos third-year player is calling an audible and going
FlipboardIcon version of the Flipboard logoSpecial Olympics Analyst Deb Antonelli raises over $80K for Special OlympicsUSA TODAY SportsNEW YORK (AP) — Special Olympics has always been near and dear to basketball analyst Deb Antonelli. Her 21-year-old son Frankie is a Special Olympics athlete who just completed his sophomore year in Clemson
FlipboardIcon version of the Flipboard logoSports APNewsBreak: Yanks, Red Sox play on artificial turf LondonUSA TODAY SportsNEW YORK (AP) — The traditional rivalry between the New York Yankees and Boston Red Sox will take a radical twist when they meet in London next month: They will play on artificial turf for the first time
Bald Eagle Stunning symmetrical bald eagle photo explainedUSA TODAY - David StregeAmateur photographer Steve Biro captured a stunning symmetrical image of a bald eagle flying over a pond with each wing dipping into the water and the reflection in the water completing a perfect oval-like
FlipboardIcon version of the Flipboard logoSports Sano's 2-run homer propels Twins over Angels 3-1USA TODAY SportsANAHEIM, Calif. (AP) — Minnesota Twins third baseman Miguel Sano is quickly getting back into the swing of things. Sano, who missed the first 41 games due to a right heel laceration, hit a two-run homer
NBA Warriors reach fifth straight NBA Finals in dramatic fashionUSA TODAY SportsPulse: The Warriors dynasty has reached its fifth straight Finals. And by the looks of it, they look primed to win the third straight title.
Draymond Green Draymond Green offers to buy reporter trip to Finals because he was good luck at Game 4USA TODAY - Andy NesbittDraymond Green had his second straight triple-double in Monday night’s Game 4 against the Portland Trail Blazers and his late 3-pointer was the dagger that gave the Warriors an overtime win. The victory,
Golden State Warriors Opinion: Warriors' uncommon belief in themselves has lifted them to NBA Finals yet againUSA TODAY Sports - Martin RogersPORTLAND, Ore. — What do you get when the best team in the NBA is also the toughest, and perhaps the hungriest? Answer: the Golden State Warriors. Forget for a moment about the extraordinary level of in
FlipboardIcon version of the Flipboard logoTokyo 2020 IOC inspectors face report on tough Olympic work conditionsUSA TODAY SportsTOKYO (AP) — An IOC inspection team took a routine tour of venues being built for the Tokyo Olympics on Tuesday, just days after an international labor union federation derided difficult working conditions
Steph Curry Steph and Seth Curry shared a special moment after the Western Conference finalsUSA TODAY Sports - Andy NesbittOlder brothers usually get the best of their younger brothers, and that proved to be true yet again in the Western Conference finals when Steph Curry led the Golden State Warriors to a four-game sweep
FlipboardIcon version of the Flipboard logoSports Reyes' homer lifts Paddack, Padres to 2-1 win over ArizonaUSA TODAY SportsSAN DIEGO (AP) — It's hard to beat the San Diego Padres' combination of slugger Franmil Reyes and rookie right-hander Chris Paddack. Reyes hit a two-run home run in the sixth inning to lift Paddack and
Steph Curry Steph Curry and Seth Curry shared a special moment after the sweep was completeUSA TODAY - Andy NesbittOlder brothers usually get the best of their younger brothers, and that proved to be true yet again in the Western Conference finals when Steph Curry led the Warriors to a four-game sweep of Seth Curry
FlipboardIcon version of the Flipboard logoTodd Frazier Mets 3B Frazier and Nationals OF Eaton exchange heated wordsUSA TODAY SportsNEW YORK (AP) — So much for burying the hatchet. New York Mets third baseman Todd Frazier and Washington outfielder Adam Eaton had a heated exchange between innings that was caught by a television camera
FlipboardIcon version of the Flipboard logoGolden State Warriors Golden State Warriors reach NBA Finals: Their fifth straight appearance by the numbersUSA TODAY Sports - Jace EvansThe Golden State Warriors are heading to the NBA Finals again. Here's a look inside the astounding numbers of their historic achievement: 5. The Warriors are heading to the NBA Finals for the fifth year
FlipboardIcon version of the Flipboard logoSan Francisco Giants Soroka, Acuña lead Braves to a 4-1 victory over GiantsUSA TODAY SportsSAN FRANCISCO (AP) — The calendar hasn't hit June, and Atlanta pitcher Mike Soroka is already fielding questions about the All-Star game. The Braves rookie right-hander had his season delayed by a shoulder
Steph Curry The Warriors are back in the NBA Finals because Steph Curry is absolutely ridiculousUSA TODAY - Andy NesbittThe Golden State Warriors are going back to the NBA Finals for the fifth straight year after sweeping away the Portland Trail Blazers with 119-117 overtime win in Game 4 on Monday night. That’s right,
FlipboardIcon version of the Flipboard logoSports Realmuto homers in 10th, Phillies beat Cubs 5-4USA TODAY SportsCHICAGO (AP) — The memories came flooding back to Jake Arrieta as the fans showered him with cheers when he stepped to the plate for the first time. His 4½ seasons in Chicago included an NL Cy Young Award
FlipboardIcon version of the Flipboard logoMilwaukee Bucks Warriors complete sweep of Trail Blazers to advance to NBA Finals for fifth straight yearUSA TODAY Sports - Martin RogersPORTLAND, Ore. — Adversity seems to serve as fuel for the Golden State Warriors as they seek a third straight NBA title and so it proved again on Monday night as their latest checklist item – reaching
FlipboardIcon version of the Flipboard logoSports Warriors beat Blazers 119-117 in OT for NBA Finals berthUSA TODAY SportsPORTLAND, Ore. (AP) — Experience bred confidence for the Golden State Warriors, even when challenged by the upstart Portland Trail Blazers. No matter how far they were down, they've been through too much
Meyers Leonard Meyers Leonard posterized Draymond Green late in Game 4 and NBA fans loved itUSA TODAY - Andy NesbittPortland Trail Blazers center Meyers Leonard will never forget Game 4 of the Western Conference finals. And not just because he had 25 points in the first half, which helped the Trail Blazers build a as
FlipboardIcon version of the Flipboard logoSports Sanchez homers in 9th, helps rally Yankees past Orioles 10-7USA TODAY SportsBALTIMORE (AP) — Gary Sánchez hit a three-run homer in the ninth inning to cap a New York rally fueled by Baltimore gaffes, and the Yankees pulled out a 10-7 victory Monday night. Gleyber Torres homered
FlipboardIcon version of the Flipboard logoSeattle Mariners Minor 11 Ks, Rangers 5 homers in 10-9 win over MarinersUSA TODAY SportsARLINGTON, Texas (AP) — The Texas Rangers had Mike Minor on the mound and their big bats were going deep. That was just enough to hold off the Seattle Mariners. Minor struck out 11 with only one walk set
FlipboardIcon version of the Flipboard logoBaltimore Orioles Sánchez homer caps Yankees comeback in 10-7 win over OriolesUSA TODAY SportsBALTIMORE (AP) — Late in the game with the outcome still not quite decided, the New York Yankees played up to their reputation. At the same time, the Baltimore Orioles put all their youth and inexperience
FlipboardIcon version of the Flipboard logoHouston Astros Marisnick, White homer as Astros beat White Sox 3-0USA TODAY SportsHOUSTON (AP) — The Houston Astros continued to pile up home runs on Monday night, even without their top slugger. Jake Marisnick and Tyler White homered and Brad Peacock had another solid start to lead
FlipboardIcon version of the Flipboard logoNew York Mets Mets snap 5-game skid with 5-3 win over NationalsUSA TODAY SportsNEW YORK (AP) — Once they were informed no change was imminent in the dugout, the New York Mets looked a lot more relaxed at the plate. Amed Rosario and Pete Alonso homered in the first inning as the after
FlipboardIcon version of the Flipboard logoSports LEADING OFF: Germán vs Orioles, Kershaw at RaysUSA TODAY SportsYankees right-hander Domingo Germán (8-1, 2.50 ERA) seeks to win his sixth consecutive start on Tuesday night against the last-place Orioles. The major league leader in victories, Germán has a chance join
Sports Formula One champion and aviation entrepreneur Niki Lauda dies at 70USA TODAY SportsVIENNA (AP) – Three-time Formula One world champion Niki Lauda, who won two of his titles after a horrific crash that left him with serious burns and went on to become a prominent figure in the aviation
FlipboardIcon version of the Flipboard logoNCAA Fassi wins NCAA women's title; Texas grabs top seedUSA TODAY SportsFAYETTEVILLE, Ark. (AP) — Arkansas senior Maria Fassi won the NCAA title on her home course Monday and gave the Razorbacks a shot at the team title as one of eight teams that advanced to match play. Fassi,
FlipboardIcon version of the Flipboard logoSports Anderson leaves with cervical strain, A's beat Indians 6-4USA TODAY SportsCLEVELAND (AP) — Brett Anderson had a quick reaction when the baseball and both pieces of a broken bat came sailing at him in the fifth inning. Oakland's left-hander managed to do that, but left the game
Steph Curry Steph Curry showed everyone how hard he is to guard on one exhausting possessionUSA TODAY - Andy NesbittSteph Curry is very good at basketball, but everyone already knew that. The three-time NBA champ and two-time NBA MVP is one of the greatest shooters to ever play the game and has been on a tear since
