National Sports
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Former Wisconsin football player, who left the sport amid mental health struggles, dead at 24
Former Wisconsin Badgers tight end Jack Pugh has died at 24, the university confirmed. Pugh had stepped away from football in 2023 citing mental health struggles.
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Astros player swings and misses at three pitches, walks on ball three as everyone forgets the count
The Houston Astros benefited from a bizarre scoring error as Cam Smith walked despite whiffing on three pitches, highlighting a rare counting mishap that went unnoticed by everyone.
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WWE NXT star Sol Ruca readies for emotional match against Zaria at Stand & Deliver
Sol Ruca and Zaria's feud will come to a head on Saturday night at NXT Stand & Deliver as their close friendship has fractured over the last few months.
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Book reveals how close Yankees were to moving out of Bronx, George Steinbrenner losing ownership bid
Mike Vaccaro wrote in his book, "The Bosses of the Bronx," that a group wanted to buy the New York Yankees in 1973 and move the team to New Jersey.
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MLB umpire draws criticism, laughter for bizarre call during Brewers-Rays game
MLB umpire CB Bucknor was called out for his odd call at first base during the Milwaukee Brewers' 6-2 win over the Tampa Bay Rays on Tuesday night.
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Diamondbacks rookie enters rare company with 2 homers in debut
Arizona Diamondbacks third baseman Jose Fernandez became just the seventh person since 1900 to hit two home runs in his major league debut.
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Rangers, Devils goalies battle in wild fight during rivalry matchup
New York Rangers goaltender Igor Shesterkin and New Jersey Devils netminder Jacob Markstrom dropped the gloves and threw hands on Tuesday night.
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Italy makes heartbreaking history by missing out on third straight World Cup after shootout loss
Italy made history by missing a third straight World Cup, becoming the first champion to suffer three consecutive tournament absences in heartbreak.
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Ex-Vikings captain is 'sick' Minnesota is in legal conflict with Trump admin over males in girls' sports
The DOJ is suing Minnesota education agencies, alleging the MDE and MSHSL violate Title IX by allowing biological male trans athletes to compete in girls' sports.
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Patriots coach Mike Vrabel responds after running back seemingly defends Jaden Ivey's anti-LGBTQ remarks
Patriots coach Mike Vrabel said there's a "fine line" after TreVeyon Henderson's response to Jaden Ivey's anti-LGBTQ comments with a Bible verse.
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Augusta National chairman reveals Tiger Woods' Masters status after DUI arrest
Augusta National chairman Fred Ridley said Tiger Woods will not be at the Masters in person next weekend after he was arrested on a DUI charge last week.
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Raiders coach Klint Kubiak favors veteran QB, hesitant to start rookie early in season
Fernando Mendoza could land in Las Vegas after the 2026 NFL Draft, but the incoming rookie quarterback may not start in Week 1, coach Klint Kubiak hinted.
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Browns' Todd Monken explains reason behind missing NFL head coach group photo
The Cleveland Browns' Todd Monken missed the NFL head coaches group photo in Phoenix this week due to a haircut mix-up, which he thought he had timed perfectly.
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Aaron Glenn backs Geno Smith to lead Jets to 'promised land' despite latest interception-riddled season
Aaron Glenn said Geno Smith is positioned to lead the New York Jets to the "promised land" despite the quarterback throwing an NFL-leading 17 interceptions last season.
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Tiger Woods stepping away from golf to 'seek treatment' following DUI arrest
Tiger Woods released a statement Tuesday after his DUI arrest, saying he will be stepping away from golf to "seek treatment and focus on my health."
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Super Bowl heading back to Las Vegas as NFL confirms 2029 site
The NFL has officially awarded Las Vegas Super Bowl LXIII in 2029, with Allegiant Stadium set to host the big game for the second time in five years.
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Stephen A Smith implores 'addict' Tiger Woods to 'stop getting behind the damn wheel'
Stephen A. Smith said "compassion is running out for Tiger Woods" after his second DUI arrest, suggesting the golf legend struggles with pain med addiction.
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Jason Kelce calls out Lions for ‘bulls---' contract demand to retired Pro Bowl center
Jason Kelce called it "bulls---" that the Detroit Lions asked retired center Frank Ragnow to return part of his signing bonus after he retired with years left on his contract.
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