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• New Orleans Saints and Catholic Church scandal: What to know about allegations against NFL team
Saints executives allegedly helped the Archdiocese of New Orleans with its public relations efforts and "messaging" related to a recent sexual abuse crisis, according to an Associated Press report....2020
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• Saints issue statement on involvement in New Orleans Archdiocese abuse litigation
The Saints have issued a statement concerning their involvement in litigation related to sexual abuse in the Archdiocese of New Orleans. Jim Mustian of the Associated Press reported that attorneys for plaintiffs in the case claim the Saints are trying to shield more than two hundred emails that show they helped the church in its “pattern [mor...2020
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• Saints accused of assisting Catholic church in ‘concealing’ sex abuse crimes
The New Orleans Saints have found themselves at the center of a troubling legal battle involving the Catholic church. According to a report from Jim Mustian of The Associated Press, the Saints are seeking in court to keep the public from seeing hundreds of emails that allegedly show team executives helping the Archdiocese of New Orleans with damage...2020
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• Saints emails become issue in Archdiocese of New Orleans abuse litigation
Well, if any NFL team were to find itself caught in the gears of the ongoing abuse litigation against the Catholic Church, it would make sense for it to be the Saints. Via the Associated Press, the Saints hope to shield from public view “hundreds of emails that allegedly show team executives doing public relations [more]...2020
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• Lane Johnson doing his best to “validate right tackles”
The Associated Press’ All-Pro team only recently began differentiating between right tackle and left tackle on its ballot. As recently as five years ago, left tackles earned both All-Pro tackle spots. The Pro Bowl, though, still does not separate right tackles from left tackles. That means most Pro Bowl tackles are left tackles. “It’s hard [m...2020
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• Jalen Hurts has a “boulder” on his shoulder
Jalen Hurts went 38-4 in his career as a starter. Yet, Hurts faces questions about his ability to play quarterback in the NFL. That’s why he said he carries a “boulder” on his shoulder. “He’s been successful everywhere he’s been,” Bengals coach Zac Taylor said, via John Zenor of the Associated Press. “He really is [more]...2020
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• AP sources: Cowboys interviewing Mike McCarthy to be coach
Two people with direct knowledge of the situation tell The Associated Press that the Dallas Cowboys are interviewing Mike McCarthy to be their head coach...2020
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• Shaquil Barrett is first sacks leader since 2010 not chosen first-team All-Pro
Buccaneers pass rusher Shaquil Barrett has reason not to be happy with the Associated Press All-Pro team. Barrett, who led the NFL with 19.5 sacks this season, was not chosen first-team All-Pro. That makes him the first player since 2010 to lead the league in sacks but not make the All-Pro team. The panel of [more]...2020
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• Lamar Jackson likely won’t be the unanimous MVP (even though he should be)
The Associated Press typically reveals its All-Pro team within a week after the end of the regular season. The full complement of AP awards is revealed the night before the Super Bowl (long after the point at which anyone really cares about the awards). But the AP All-Pro team often has clues about the awards [more]...2020
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• Michael Thomas, Stephon Gilmore unanimous All-Pro selections
The Associated Press has announced the results of this year’s All-Pro voting and two players were selected as first-team choices by all 50 voters. Saints wide receiver Michael Thomas got the unanimous nod after setting a new record for receptions during the 2019 season. Patriots cornerback Stephon Gilmore joined Thomas in that category. Both ...2020
Associated Press injury and suspension
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• Hawks star Trae Young to miss time with ankle sprain
Hawks point guard Trae Young will miss Atlanta’s tilt against the Bulls on Saturday after he suffered a sprained right ankle in Friday’s loss to the Bucks, the team announced. X-rays were negative, and Young will remain in Atlanta to receive treatment. Young suffered the injury in the second quarter of Friday’s contest. He needed to be assisted off...2019
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• Former All-Pro cornerback Deltha O’Neal charged with felony DUI after crash
Former NFL All-Pro cornerback Deltha O’Neal was charged with felony DUI after an August accident in Florida left himself and a passenger with multiple injuries. According to Terry Spencer of the Associated Press, O’Neal was measured with a blood-alcohol level of 0.16 after an accident on August 7 that saw his Mercedes-Benz strike a curb...2019
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• Heat suspend Dion Waiters two weeks for ‘continued insubordination,’ breaking team rules
The Miami Heat have suspended Dion Waiters for the third time this season for “his failure to adhere to team policies, violation of team rules and continued insubordination.” Tim Reynolds of the Associated Press reports this is a two-week suspension for Waiters, while Shams Charania reported it specifically as a six-game ban. Waiters has yet to pla...2019
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• AP Source: Bills RB Gore has minor injury before camp opens
A person familiar with the situation tells The Associated Press the Buffalo Bills have placed running back Frank Gore on the non-football injury list due to what is considered a minor injury ...2019
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• Giants select contract of Stephen Vogt
The Giants will select the contract of veteran backstop Stephen Vogt today, he tells Janie McCauley of the Associated Press (Twitter link). Corresponding roster moves aren’t yet known. Vogt, 34, will return to the majors for the first time since the 2017 campaign. He ultimately missed the entirety of the ensuing season with a shoulder injury. Throu...2019
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Associated Press trade, contract, salary rumors
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• Details on luxury tax bills for Red Sox, Cubs, Yankees
The luxury tax bills for the Red Sox, Cubs and Yankees – the three teams that exceeded the $206M threshold in 2019 – are now public knowledge. The Red Sox owe $13.4M, the Cubs will pay $7.6M and the Yankees must surrender $6.7M, according to Ronald Blum of The Associated Press. As far as actual payrolls go, Boston checked in at $228M, the Yankees p...2019
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• MLB players union files grievance on behalf of former Yankee Jacoby Ellsbury
The Major League Baseball Players' Association has filed a grievance against the Yankees in regard to the team’s plans to withhold Jacoby Ellsbury’s salary for the 2020 season, Ronald Blum of the Associated Press reports. The matter will be heard by an arbitrator, with no timeline given as to when the hearing will take place or when a decision coul...2019
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• MLB Players Union Files Grievance On Behalf Of Jacoby Ellsbury
The MLB Players Association has filed a grievance against the Yankees in regards to the team’s plans to withhold Jacoby Ellsbury’s salary for the 2020 season, Ronald Blum of the Associated Press reports. The matter will be heard by an arbitrator, with no timeline given as to when the hearing will take place or when…...2019
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![AP Source: Bills trade receiver Zay Jones to Raiders]()
A person familiar with the move confirms to The Associated Press that the Buffalo Bills have agreed to trade receiver Zay Jones to the Oakland Raiders...2019 -
![AP source: Colts sign Jacoby Brissett to contract extension]()
A person with knowledge of the deal tells The Associated Press that the Indianapolis Colts have signed starting quarterback Jacoby Brissett to a contract extension ...2019
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![Matt Light voted by the fans into the Patriots Hall of Fame]()
FOXBOROUGH, Mass. - The New England Patriots announced today that former offensive tackle Matt Light has been voted by the fans as the 27th person to be inducted into the Patriots Hall of Fame. Light spent his entire 11-year career (2001-11) with New England and played a major role in leading the Patriots to 11 consecutive winning seasons, includin...2018 -
![Patriots 2018 Hall of Fame Finalists Announced]()
FOXBOROUGH, Mass. - The New England Patriots announced that three former Patriots have been selected as finalists for this year's induction into the team's hall of fame. This year's finalists (listed in alphabetical order) are offensive tackle Matt Light, defensive lineman Richard Seymour and linebacker Mike Vrabel. All three players helped the Pat...2018 -
• NL West Notes: Towers memorial, Kershaw extension, Shaw, more
The late Kevin Towers was memorialized at a “Celebration Of Life” ceremony today at Petco Park, with scores of Towers’ friends and colleagues from around baseball in attendance. The Associated Press’ Jay Paris and the Padres’ Bill Center each have details on some of the memorials from the 22 speakers who shared their experiences and fond memories ...2018
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• NL West Notes: Towers, Kershaw, Tribe, Shaw, Young, Mitchell
The late Kevin Towers was memorialized at a “Celebration Of Life” ceremony today at Petco Park, with scores of Towers’ friends and colleagues from around baseball in attendance. The Associated Press’ Jay Paris and the Padres’ Bill Center each have details on some of the memorials from the 22 speakers who shared their ...2018
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![Lewis scores twice, Patriots secure home-field with 26-6 win]()
View gallery77 Slides Jets vs. Patriots: Week 17 Full Stats FOXBOROUGH, Mass. (AP) — Dion Lewis ran for a touchdown and caught a scoring pass, helping the New England Patriots clinch home-field advantage throughout the playoffs as the ...2017
Associated Press kids, wife/husband, girlfriend/boyfriend, father/mother
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• Saints accused of assisting Catholic church in ‘concealing’ sex abuse crimes
2020
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![O.J. Simpson enjoying life in Las Vegas 25 years after chilling double murder]()
"My family and I have moved on to what we call the ‘no negative zone.’ We focus on the positives," Simpson told The Associated Press....2019 -
• A’s still unsure if Kyler Murray will report to training camp
Position players are scheduled to report to training camp on Friday with the Oakland A’s, and the team is still uncertain if first-round pick Kyler Murray will be among them. According to Carrie Muskat of The Associated Press, Murray has a locker and a No. 73 jersey waiting for him at Oakland’s facility. However, the A’s do not know if Murray inten...2019
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• Falcons' McKinley with family after evaluation
Takkarist McKinley is with a family member in Oakland, California, after undergoing a mental evaluation. An Atlanta Falcons spokesman told The Associated Press that McKinley was "in a good spot."...2019
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• LeBron James’ latest honor signifies culture change in sports
The Associated Press announced on Thursday that Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James has won its coveted Male Athlete of the Year award for 2018. It’s the third time King James has walked away with this honor. It comes after James became somewhat of a divisive figure within the larger confines of American society. It also comes after the three-time...2018
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• Report: NFL plans to change football handling guidelines
By Vincent Frank.A recent Associated Press report indicates that the National Football League is in the midst of plans to change how footballs are handled prior to the start of games next year.This has everything to do with Deflategate and the scandal that has seemingly rocked the football world......2015
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• Court Dispute Reveals Michael Jordan's Name to Be Worth $480 Million or More
2015
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• Can the NBA Ever Replace Kobe Bryant?
2014
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• Derrick Rose Injury: Updates on Bulls Star's Orbital Fracture and Return
2015
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• Dwyane Wade Re-Signs with Heat: Latest Contract Details, Comments and Reaction
2015
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• LeBron James Shutting Himself off from Social Media for Duration of Playoffs
2015
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• Tracy McGrady Joins ESPN As NBA Analyst
2016
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• Kevin Love Opts Out of Cavaliers Contract: Latest Details, Comments and Reaction
2015
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• Allen Iverson Reportedly Eligible for 2016 Basketball Hall of Fame Class
2015
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• Kobe Bryant Gets Standing Ovation After Passing Michael Jordan in Career Points
2014
Associated Press videos
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![Cavs Tie NBA Record With 23rd Straight Loss]()
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![Associated Press Pro Basketball Writer Brian Mahoney breaks down the NBAs Eastern Conference and sa]()
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![NBA arena demolished with explosives]()
NBA arena demolished with explosives
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![Kings co-owner Joe Maloof told The Associated Press that the NBA club will remain in Sacramento for]()
Kings co-owner Joe Maloof told The Associated Press that the NBA club will remain in Sacramento for
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![Magic Trade for Arenas, Turkoglu, Richardson]()
Magic Trade for Arenas, Turkoglu, Richardson
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![Warriors top Cavaliers 108-100 in NBA Finals Game 1]()
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![Giannis reflects on childhood in Greece, "insane" success in NBA]()
Giannis reflects on childhood in Greece, "insane" success in NBA
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![Heat and Celts Predicted to Dominate NBA East]()
Heat and Celts Predicted to Dominate NBA East
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Associated Press fantasy rankings and news
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• NFL Schedule Week 17: TV Coverage, Game Times and Live-Stream Map
2017
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• Fantasy Football Week 17: Thursday's Daily Fantasy Market Report
2016
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• Bucs call Doug Martin’s late scratch for Week 16 a ‘coach’s decision’
Tampa Bay Buccaneers running back Doug Martin was a surprise inactive for Week 16 against the New Orleans Saints, and the team didn’t provide very many details as to why. The Bucs said Martin’s eleventh-hour scratch was not because of any sort of injury but rather due to a “coach’s decision,” per Brett Martel of the Associated Press. The #Buccanee...2016
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• NFL Scores Week 15: Results, Playoff Picture and Top Fantasy Performances
2016
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• Lakers News: Updates on Luke Walton, D'Angelo Russell, Injuries and More
2016
Associated Press schedule
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• Details on luxury tax bills for Red Sox, Cubs, Yankees
2019
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• AP source: Colts sign Jacoby Brissett to contract extension
2019
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• Blazers' Enes Kanter could miss conference semifinals with shoulder injury
As the Trail Blazers prepare for the next round of the playoffs, the team could be without center Enes Kanter, who sustained a separated shoulder in Game 5 against the Thunder. Kanter played through the injury, notching 13 points and 13 rebounds in the victory. However, it’s uncertain whether Kanter will be able to play through it going forward, pe...2019
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![AP/CP Survey: 48 percent of NHLPA reps favor playoff change]()
In an Associated Press and Canadian Press survey of player representatives from all 31 NHL teams, 48 percent favor changing the current divisional playoff format ...2019 -
• 32-team field set for 2019 FIBA World Cup
The qualifiers are now complete for the 2019 FIBA World Cup, and the field of 32 teams has been set. In addition to tournament host China, the list of countries (or regions) participating in the event includes 12 teams from Europe’s qualifiers, seven from Asia’s, seven from the Americas group, and five from Africa. Here’s the full list of teams set...2019
Associated Press rumors, scandals
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• New Orleans Saints and Catholic Church scandal: What to know about allegations against NFL team
2020
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• Saints accused of assisting Catholic church in ‘concealing’ sex abuse crimes
2020
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• Dell Demps bids farewell to the Pelicans
After being let go by the Pelicans last week, longtime general manager Dell Demps published a letter today thanking fans in New Orleans for supporting the franchise during his time as GM, as The Advocate relays. “Pelican Fans, I will always remember the buzz in the arena during the playoffs when everyone wore red shirts and your passion inspired ou...2019
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• Anthony Davis on Tuesday's loss: 'Nobody looked interested in playing'
While Anthony Davis is back on the court for the Pelicans after last week’s trade deadline drama, things don’t look quite right in New Orleans. On Tuesday night, the Pelicans were run off their home court by the Magic, suffering a 118-88 loss to a team outside the playoff picture in the East. “We sucked,” Davis said after the game, per Brett Martel...2019
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• Cavs: Former assistant coach Boylan's lawsuit 'frivolous', 'shameless cash grab'
Former Cavaliers assistant coach Jim Boylan has filed an age-discrimination lawsuit against the franchise, which the team has labelled “frivolous” and a “shameless cash grab,” according to an Associated Press report. Boylan, 63, worked five seasons under former coaches David Blatt and Tyronn Lue but did not have his option picked up this summer. Bo...2018