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Sunday, July 14, 2024

Spain wins Euro Title


 

Spain spoiled England's hopes of ending its 58-year trophy drought after Mikel Oyarzabal scored late to beat the Three Lions 2-1 and win Euro 2024 in Berlin on Sunday.

Nico Williams and Cole Palmer traded goals in the second half before Oyarzabal's strike in the 86th minute secured Spain's record fourth European championship.

MacIntyre wins Scottish Open


 

Robert MacIntyre sank a 22-foot birdie putt on the 18th hole to win the Scottish Open by one stroke over Adam Scott.

He's the second player from Scotland to win the event, joining Colin Montgomerie who was victorious in 1999, per PGA TOUR Communications.

Uruguay beats Canada



Luis Suarez tied the score two minutes into second-half stoppage time, and Uruguay beat Canada 4-3 on penalty kicks after a 2-2 draw on Saturday night to finish third in the Copa America.

Thursday, July 11, 2024

Porter pleads guilty in gambling scandal


 

Former NBA player Jontay Porter on Wednesday pleaded guilty to conspiracy to commit wire fraud in a federal criminal case tied to the betting scandal that got him banned from the league earlier this year.

The former Toronto Raptors center entered the plea at his arraignment in a New York federal court and was set to be released on bond of $250,000.

His lawyer had previously said that Porter was cooperating with authorities while being treated for a gambling addiction.

NBA signs media deal


 

The NBA has agreed to terms on its new media deal, an 11-year agreement worth $76 billion that assures player salaries will continue rising for the foreseeable future and one that will surely change how some viewers access the game for years to come.

A person familiar with the negotiations told The Associated Press that the networks have the terms sheets, with the next step being for the league's board of governors to approve the contracts.

Tuesday, July 9, 2024

Tyler Glasnow on injured list


 

Los Angeles Dodgers ace Tyler Glasnow is going on the 15-day injured list due to back tightness, manager Dave Roberts said Tuesday, according to Jack Harris of the Los Angeles Times.

Roberts added that Glasnow's injury flared up while the right-hander was playing catch Sunday.

The Dodgers hope it's a minor issue. Roberts said Glasnow could be able to return shortly after the All-Star break.

Penguins hire Wes Clark


 

The Pittsburgh Penguins hired Wes Clark as vice president of player personnel on Tuesday.

Clark will oversee Pittsburgh's amateur, professional, and free agent scouting departments. He previously worked under Kyle Dubas with the Toronto Maple Leafs and OHL's Soo Greyhounds.

Monday, July 8, 2024

Cameron Sutton suspended


 

Pittsburgh Steelers cornerback Cameron Sutton was suspended without pay for the first eight games of the 2024 season for violating the NFL's personal conduct policy, the league announced Monday.

Sutton won't appeal the suspension, according to ESPN's Adam Schefter. He will be eligible for reinstatement on Oct. 29 during Pittsburgh's Week 9 bye. The team visit the Washington Commanders in Week 10.

Alonso returns to HR Derby


 

The Polar Bear will be at the Home Run Derby.

New York Mets first baseman Pete Alonso threw his name into the hat for the Midsummer Classic's home-run competition, MLB announced on Sunday.

The two-time Home Run Derby champion joins Baltimore Orioles shortstop Gunnar Henderson and Philadelphia Phillies third baseman Alec Bohm as participants, with more to be named before the event takes place.

Will Crosby re-sign with Penguins


 

The Pittsburgh Penguins and captain Sidney Crosby are closing in on a contract extension, sources told The Athletic's Rob Rossi.

Terms of the deal are unknown to this point. Crosby has one season remaining on his existing contract.