Boxingâs governing body will decide whether to let pros into the Olympic ring beginning with the Rio Games, but for most, it is already too late to take part in a qualifying contest.
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Tuesday, May 31, 2016
SEC Expected to Exclude Transfers Who Have a History of Violence
Players in all sports would not be allowed to transfer into the conference if they had been disciplined at a previous university for most offenses involving violence or stalking.
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White Sox 6, Mets 4: Noah Syndergaard Sparkles in Relief, but Mets Blow 4-0 Lead
Syndergaard, ejected early in his last start, pitched a scoreless inning, but Hansel Robles failed to hold a one-run lead against the White Sox.
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Blue Jays 4, Yankees 1: Not Many Teams Have Yankeesâ Number, but the Blue Jays Are Memorizing It
In recent years, the Yankees have rarely encountered teams that have stymied them. But Toronto has won 19 of 27 games against them since the beginning of last season.
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Metsâ Owners to Begin Paying Settlement Owed in Madoff Fraud Case
Fred Wilpon and Saul Katz are to pay $16 million this week and $45 million and interest over the next four years to the trustee representing the victims of Bernard L. Madoff and his Ponzi scheme.
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Rick MacLeish, One of the Flyersâ Broad Street Bullies, Dies at 66
MacLeish helped Philadelphiaâs fledgling N.H.L. franchise win two Stanley Cups during the 1970s, including the first one not claimed by any of the leagueâs original six teams.
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Start-Up Gets Financing for Real-Time Sports Wagers via App
WinView, which will offer free contests at first, hopes to draw ads tied to live sports, and gained Tom Rogers and Hank Ratner as chairmen.
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Kelvin Benjamin Rejoins a Panthers Offense That Stayed Potent Without Him
Benjamin, who missed Carolinaâs 17-2 season with a knee injury, says he understands that his role may have changed since 2014, when he was Cam Newtonâs No. 1 target.
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David Wrightâs Injury Means Promotion for Metsâ James Loney
Loney, acquired on Saturday to be an option against right-handers, will be the everyday first baseman because of the lineup shuffling caused by Wrightâs herniated disk.
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Big West Conference Makes Menâs Volleyball 18th Sponsored Sport - Articles
The Big West Conference today announced the creation of a menâs volleyball championship beginning in 2018, becoming the first NCAA Division I conference to sponsor competition in the sport. Big West video is here: In making the announcement, Big West Commissioner Dennis Farrell noted that menâs volleyball will become the18th sport in which the conference conducts an annual championship. The Big West Board of Directors approved a six-team league consisting of full conference members CSUN, Long Beach State, UC Irvine, UC Santa Barbara, and Hawai'i....
On Pro Basketball: The Case for Kevin Durantâs Staying With the Thunder
Oklahoma City can offer the most money, but also: The Thunder finished one win short of the N.B.A. finals, with young, improving players.
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Pittsburgh Penguins Rookies Play Like Old Hands in Game 1
Bryan Rust and Conor Sheary, who started the season in the minors, each scored in a 3-2 victory over the San Jose Sharks on Monday night.
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Simona Halep and Agnieszka Radwanska Ousted at French Open
After rain suspensions, Samantha Stosur beat the sixth-seeded Halep and No. 102 Tsvetana Pironkova beat second-seeded Radwanska.
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Men's and Women's national team begin preparation for Rio Olympics - Articles
Both the U.S. menâs and womenâs Olympic teams participated in intrasquad scrimmages last week at Santiago College in Orange, Calif. It was part of a busy time as both teams prepare the Rio Olympics August 6-21. The men are preparing for the World League, which includes matches in Dallas, July 1-3. July 1 at 5:30 p.m.: Australia v Russia July 1 at 7:30 p.m.: USA v Bulgaria July 2 at 5:30 p.m.: Bulgaria v Russia July 2 at 7:30 p.m.: USA v Australia July 3 at 12:30 p.m.: USA v Russia July 3 at 3 p.m.: Bulgaria v Australia Tickets for World League...
On Pro Basketball: Comparisons? Golden State Warriors Are Playing a Different Game
If a good way to compare teams from different eras is gauging what the champion overcame to win, the Warriors are up there for degree of difficulty.
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Bethany Hamilton Has Her Best Surfing Event Since Shark Attack
Hamilton, who lost her left arm in a shark attack in 2003, finished third on Tuesday in an elite World Surf League competition in Fiji.
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âUnexploredâ China? Not for Long the Way These Climbers Are Going
Traditional climbing, along with the more established sport climbing, has gained in popularity as new routes continue to be developed.
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Monday, May 30, 2016
Penguins 3, Sharks 2 | Pittsburgh leads series, 1-0: Penguins Top Sharks in Stanley Cup Finals Opener on Late Goal
Nick Bonino scored with just over two and a half minutes to play, and Pittsburgh captured the first game of the finals at home against San Jose after squandering a two-goal lead.
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Sports Briefing: Baylor Hires Jim Grobe as Coach After Art Brilesâs Messy Exit
Baylor named Grobe, the former Wake Forest coach, on Monday to replace Briles and lead its football program through a tumultuous time.
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Warriors 96, Thunder 88 | Golden State wins series, 4-3: Warriors Edge Thunder to Extend Dream Season to N.B.A. Finals
Golden State, which is seeking its second straight championship, needed to win the final three games of the series to set up a rematch with the Cavaliers.
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Blue Jays 4, Yankees 2: Yankeesâ Late Surge Falls Short Against the Blue Jays
Brian McCannâs two-run homer in the ninth wasnât enough to beat Toronto, which benefited from a strong outing by Marco Estrada.
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Perplexed Over Lack of Power Hitting, Yankees Seek Answers
Mark Teixeira, a key slugger who is struggling, returned to the lineup Monday.
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Womenâs Professional Lacrosse League Begins With a Mission in Mind
The United Womenâs Lacrosse League has four teams and is trying to redefine what success means for female professional athletes.
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Florida Earns Top Seed in N.C.A.A. Baseball Tournament
Florida, which was ranked No. 1 for most of the season, was awarded the No. 1 seed as the Southeastern Conference claimed half of the eight national seeds.
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North Carolina 14, Maryland 13 | Division I championship: North Carolina Battles Back Against Maryland to Secure Lacrosse Title
Down two goals with five minutes left, the Tar Heels, who were unseeded entering the tournament, tied the score in regulation and won the match in overtime on a man-up goal by Chris Cloutier.
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Mets 1, White Sox 0: Matt Harvey Regains His Form as Mets Defeat the White Sox
Harvey gave up two hits and struck out six over seven innings, and he faced the minimum of 18 hitters through six innings.
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On Tennis: David Haggerty Leads International Tennis Federation Toward Greater Transparency
Haggerty, the president of I.T.F., has faced a number of tough challenges during his short tenure, from doping scandals to concerns about match fixing.
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Rain Wipes Out Play at the French Open
If the tournament resumes on Tuesday, all the remaining top players will have matches, including the top seeds, Novak Djokovic and Serena Williams.
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Rafael Nadal Withdrawal Rocks First Week of Roland Garros â Mondays with Bob Greene
Mondays with Bob Greene STARS French Open (first week) Kiki Bertens beat third-seeded Angelique Kerber 6-2 3-6 6-3 Karin Knapp beat fifth-seeded Victoria Azarenka 6-3 6-7 (6) 4-0 retired Richard Gasquet beat fifth-seeded Kei Nishikori 6-4 6-2 4-6 6-2 Ernests Gulbis beat sixth-seeded Jo-Wilfried Tsonga 2-5 retired Kateryna Bondarenko beat seventh-seeded Roberta Vinci [...]
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On Hockey: In Pittsburgh, Mike Sullivanâs Call to Order Resounds Its Way to the Finals
Mike Sullivan, summoning his exacting powers of persuasion, turned the Penguins into unlikely title contenders.
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Sunday, May 29, 2016
Dodgers 4, Mets 2: Mets Survive Clayton Kershaw but Fall to Dodgers in Ninth
Jeurys Familia gave up two runs in the top of the ninth after the Mets had come back to erase a 2-0 deficit against Kershaw, and the Mets lost the rubber match of a three-game series.
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Sports Briefing: By Sweeping the Phillies, Cubs Climb 20 Games Over .500
Chicago became the first team in the majors to reach the plateau as Ben Zobrist hit a three-run homer and John Lackey went seven innings.
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N.Y.C.F.C. 2, Orlando City 2: Orlando City Ties N.Y.C.F.C. in Extra Time
Orlandoâs Kevin Molino netted a header in the 94th minute as his team fought back from a 2-0 deficit. New York City F.C. is winless in its past two matches.
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Martin Truex Jr. Cruises to Victory in the Coca-Cola 600
The driver set a Sprint Cup record by leading 588 miles of Nascarâs longest race.
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Points and Prize Money Mean More to Olympic Tennis Holdouts
Some players who would automatically qualify for the Rio Games have decided to skip the event in favor of tour events that offer pay and ranking points.
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Metsâ Wilmer Flores, Back From D.L., Plays Third for David Wright
Flores, who has also played shortstop and second base in the past, is expected to see additional duty at first base, splitting time with the newly acquired James Loney.
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On Pro Basketball: With Survival Kit of 3-Pointers, and Team Trust, the Warriors Live On
Golden Stateâs Klay Thompson fed off his teammates in helping to forge a Game 7 against the Thunder.
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On Tennis: John McEnroe a Coach? You Cannot Be Serious!
The fiery former player turned commentator is the latest star of yesterday to take on a coaching role, though his résumé at the tour level is thin.
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Sports of The Times: Once Disgraced, Mike Rice Finds Redemption in Youth Basketball
The former Rutgers coach, who was fired for abusive college practices, is now teaching athletes with dreams of playing at higher levels.
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Yankees 2, Rays 1: Starlin Castro Breaks Up No-Hitter, Lifting Yankees With Homer
Castroâs two-run shot off Jake Odorizzi in the seventh inning proved all the offense the Yankees needed to defeat the Rays.
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Shelby Rogers Surprises Even Herself, Reaching French Open Quarterfinals
Rogers, an American ranked 108th, defeated No. 28 Irina-Camelia Begu for her fourth straight upset victory, setting up a date with Garbiñe Muguruza.
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Alexander Rossi Wins the 100th Indianapolis 500
Rossi, a 24-year-old American rookie, stretched his fuel mileage to the absolute limit in the final laps and finished well ahead of Carlos Muñoz and Josef Newgarden.
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Lewis Hamilton Wins an Exciting Monaco Grand Prix
Hamilton pulled out of a rut as his rival Daniel Ricciardo paid the price for a blunder by his Red Bull team for the second race in a row.
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Gold for Walsh/Ross in Moscow, Fourth for Gibb/Patterson but clinch Olympic berth - Articles
The Moscow Grand Slam is in the books; let's re-examine the Olympic qualifying ramifications for the Americans. Two U.S. teams, April Ross/Kerri Walsh Jennings take home gold, defeating No. 2 Larissa Franca and Talita Antunes of Brazil, 22-20, 21-17. No. 5 Nummerdor/Varenhorst of the Netherlands upset No. 1 Alison Cerutti/Bruno Oscar Schmidt of Brazil for gold 21-19, 7-21, 17-15. Nummerdor/Varenhorst scored ten less points than Cerutti/Schmidt, but they won the right points. Jake Gibb/Casey Patterson finished in fourth, dropping a close match to...
Elinor MacPhail and Alexander OâNeal: The Older Woman (by Nearly a Full 2 Years)
The bride and groom were a perfect match, but a little difference in age kept them apart.
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Historian Is at Heart of Indianapolis Motor Speedwayâs Home
Pursuing his fascination with the Indianapolis 500, Donald Davidson moved in 1964 to Speedway, Ind., a town envisioned as an experiment.
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Warriors Face Game 7, a Situation Steve Kerr Is Familiar With
Kerr, now Golden Stateâs coach, played on the Bulls team whose win record the Warriors surpassed, another juggernaut that had to beat back a conference finals challenge.
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Saturday, May 28, 2016
Bluest of Baseballâs Blue Bloods, the Yankees, Bow Slightly to Fashion
The team that has resisted the whims of designers that have swept up others across the sports landscape will wear matte-finish batting helmets for the rest of the season, but only on the road.
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Sports Briefing: Kansas City Royals Mount a Seven-Run Rally in the Ninth
It was a franchise-record comeback for the World Series champions over the visiting Chicago White Sox.
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Red Bulls 3, Toronto F.C. 0: An M.L.S.-Record Hat Trick Lifts the Red Bulls
Bradley Wright-Phillips scored in the fourth, 25th and 27th minutes, the fastest hat trick in league history.
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Warriors 108, Thunder 101 | Series tied, 3-3: Klay Thompson Takes Control, and Warriors Force Game 7 With Thunder
Golden State, facing elimination for a second straight game, trailed for most of the game but preserved its chances of repeating as champion with a late run.
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W.H.O. Dismisses Call to Move Olympics Over Zika Virus in Brazil
The World Health Organization said Saturday that there was no public health justification for postponing or canceling the Rio Summer Olympics over the Zika virus.
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Dodgers 9, Mets 1: Chase Utley, Missed by a Pitch, Burns the Mets With Two Home Runs
Starter Noah Syndergaard was ejected for throwing at Utley, whose takeout slide broke the leg of the former Mets shortstop Ruben Tejada in the playoffs last year.
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Rays 9, Yankees 5: Yankees Fall to Rays After Michael Pinedaâs Early Exit
Pineda allowed six runs in three and two-thirds innings, raising his E.R.A. to 6.92.
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On Tennis: Williams Sisters Keep Step Despite the March of Time
Venus and Serena, both back in the fourth round of the French Open for the first time since 2010, could meet in the singles semifinals.
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Novak Djokovic Shines as Night Falls at the French Open
The top-seeded Djokovic, who has seen the path to his first French Open title eased by the injury to Rafael Nadal, hustled to complete his match before it was too dark to play.
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The Mets of â86 Look at the Mets of Today
Thirty years after their World Series win, the 1986 team offered criticisms and compliments of this yearâs team.
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Real Madrid Edges Atlético Madrid in Shootout for Champions League Title
After extra time ended with the teams still tied at 1-1, a penalty kick from Cristiano Ronaldo gave Real a repeat result from 2014: a win over Atlético in the final.
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North Carolina 18, Loyola (Maryland) 13: One-Man Scoring Machine Propels U.N.C. to National Lacrosse Title Game
North Carolinaâs Chris Cloutier scored nine goals, the most ever scored on championship weekend, as U.N.C. defeated Loyola (Maryland).
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Mets Acquire James Loney to Shore Up First Base
With Lucas Duda out for up to six weeks with a back injury, Loney, a 10-year veteran, will fill in mainly against right-handed pitchers.
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Serena and Venus Williams Advance to French Openâs 4th Round
Top-seeded Serena Williams outlasted Kristina Mladenovic, while ninth-seeded Venus Williams survived Alizé Cornet. The Frenchman Jo-Wilfried Tsonga was forced out by an injury.
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Inbox: Letters to the Editor
Readers sound off on the latest headlines in Sports.
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For Rank-and-File Players, the Slams Pay the Bills
Increases in prize money at the top tournaments has helped those who arenât household names.
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Israelâs Top Tennis Academy Is Streamlined for Success
Only 10 young players are officially on the David Squad, an organization that seeks to expand the countryâs reach.
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Eight Russians Flunk Doping Tests in New Look at 2012 London Samples
The results cast more shadows on Russian sports and are likely to increase calls to bar Russia from the Olympics.
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Carl Erskine Helps Honor a Childhood Friend
Erskine, a Brooklyn Dodgers pitcher, wanted to see Johnny Wilson, a great athlete often met with rejection, properly honored in his hometown.
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From a Middling Infielder to a Kindred Spirit
Forty-five years later, a fan of Mets shortstop Bud Harrelson reflects on what made an 11-year-old boy want a lifetime .236 hitter at his bat mitzvah.
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Gleaming Silver Chalice Lures Penguins and Sharks to the Fray
After building a potential dynasty in 2008-9, Pittsburgh was derailed until changes reinvigorated the team. On the opposite side, San Jose is playing in its first finals
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Special Report: Monaco Grand Prix: A Legendary Short and Winding Road in Monaco
There is probably no other track on the Formula One calendar that better illustrates the intricate relationship of cars, drivers, fans and circuit.
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In Capturing Drama of the â86 Mets, Videographers Were Left Captivated
Their work during the Metsâ World Series championship season culminated in an hourlong documentary, âA Year to Remember.â They havenât forgotten the excitement, and thanks to them, neither have Mets fans.
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Keeping Score: Even Without a Fistful of Rings, LeBron James Is a Force
Clevelandâs James was on the cusp of leading his teams to six straight appearances in the N.B.A. finals, something Michael Jordan, Magic Johnson, Kobe Bryant and Larry Bird never did.
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Extra Bases: Jim Palmer, at 70, Is Still Talking Pitching
The Orioles Hall of Famer, a three-time A.L. Cy Young Award winner, remains a fixture in Baltimore.
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Olympic qualifying update: Moscow Grand Slam - Articles
The Moscow Grand Slam is well into elimination playoffs; let's reexamine the Olympic qualifying ramifications for the Americans. The top American men's team, No. 3 Phil Dalhausser/Nick Lucena, lost a squeaker to No. 13 Paolo Nicolai and Daniele Lupo of Italy 22-20, 23-21. Some will recall that this Italian team spoiled the American's 2012 Olympics in London, upsetting them in the round of 16. Nicolai/Lupo apparently are Dalhausser/Lucena's kryptonite. Even so, Dalhausser/Lucena have officially qualified for the Olympics by completing their twelfth...
Friday, May 27, 2016
After Two Decades, W.N.B.A. Still Struggling for Relevance
Even with tether to the rich and powerful N.B.A., attendance and television viewership have lagged for the W.N.B.A.
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John McEnroe Plans to Coach Milos Raonic
McEnroe, the latest former Grand Slam champion to join the coaching ranks, will join Raonicâs team for the coming grass-court season, including Wimbledon.
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LeBron James Makes Sixth Straight N.B.A. Finals With Cavaliers Rout
James scores 33 points as Cleveland eliminates Toronto with ease.
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Sports Briefing: Health Experts Seek Delay or Move of Rio Olympics Over Zika Virus
The 150 experts said that efforts to slow the rate of infection in Rio had not been successful and that action must be taken âin the name of public health.â
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Nostalgic Mets Fans Boo Utley and Cheer Wright
Both players had big hits, but Wrightâs team won when Curtis Granderson hit a ninth-inning home run.
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Alex Rodriguez Swats Away Doubts in Yankees Victory
The 40-year-old slugger blasted a two-run homer deep over the center-field wall as the Yankees defeated the Tampa Bay Rays, 4-1.
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Racing Spouses Share Famed Families and a Sportâs Risks
Graham Rahal, an Indianapolis 500 driver who is the son of the 1986 champion Bobby Rahal, met his wife, Courtney as she began racing funny cars owned by her father, John Force.
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Again, John Isner Is Last U.S. Man Standing
Isner, 31, rallied to defeat Teymuraz Gabashvili. Isner has been the last American man in the draw at seven of the last nine Grand Slam events.
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Matt Harvey, E.R.A. at 6.08, Prepares for His Next Start
Harvey threw off the mound to two teammates, as the Mets continued to seek answers to his futility this season.
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Shelby Rogers, Ranked No. 108, Defeats Petra Kvitova
Rogers, 23, was the second-to-last player accepted into the main draw. She beat Kvitova, a two-time Wimbledon champion, to advance to the fourth round of a Grand Slam tournament for the first time.
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Special Report: Monaco Grand Prix: Everybodyâs Favorite Formula One Throwback
The Monaco Grand Prix, run through the tight and twisty streets of the principality on the Mediterranean, holds a special place in the elite racing series, past and present.
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The Winning Words
Jairam Hathwar, 13, and Nihar Janga, 11, were both crowned as champions at this yearâs Scripps National Spelling Bee. Watch them spell the winning words.
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Itâs Madrid vs. Madrid in the Champions League Final
For the second time in three years it will be a meeting of Real Madrid, winner of 10 European titles, versus Atlético Madrid, seeking its first.
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Steven Adams, the Thunderâs Paladin of the Paint
With six double-doubles in the N.B.A. playoffs, the seven-footer from New Zealand has been the breakout performer of the postseason.
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College or the N.B.A? New Rule Gives Players More Time and Feedback
College basketball players this year had an extra five weeks to decide to declare for the N.B.A. draft, but consulting an agent remained a no-no.
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On the Runway: At the French Open, Adidas Courts Controversy With Camouflage
The brand has put its athletes in garish black-and-white zebra stripes, reflecting a scary sports trend.
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Rafael Nadal Out of French Open With Wrist Injury
Fridayâs announcement by Nadal, the nine-time French Open champion, sent a shock wave through Roland Garros.
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Podcast: French Open Tales And Tennis History With Cliff, Nancy Richey
Randy Walker talks with the greatest brother-sister combination in American tennis history â Cliff and Nancy Richey â about the French Open and some amazing stories from the history of tennis on the PrimeSportsNetwork.com / World Tennis Magazine podcast here: http://ift.tt/1WpPkcV Highlights from the podcast includeâŠ. - The chaos in Paris at the first [...]
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Pittsburgh Penguinsâ Season of Renewal Began in Mid-December
It wasnât easy, but a coaching change, trades and minor league call-ups transformed the Penguins into a Stanley Cup contender.
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FIVB Moscow Grand Slam - Articles
Pool play has been completed in the Moscow Grand Slam, the next-to-last Olympic qualification tournament, so let's see how this affects the race for the second U.S. Olympic spot. On the women's side, Kerri Walsh Jennings/April Ross have cozily qualified with their 12 finishes and 5,790 points, currently ranked No. 4. In their sights is the No. 3 team of Laura Ludwig/Kira Walkenhorst at 6,000 points. Walsh/Ross' lowest finishes are 80 (once) and 120 (twice). If Walsh/Ross finish fifth or better they will overtake Ludwig/Walkenhorst this week. If...
23 More Athletes Suspected of Doping Could Be Kept From Rio Games
Scrutiny of London Olympiansâ doping samples has put athletes from six countries under new suspicion, the I.O.C. said.
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The Raw Power of Mary Pierce â âMacci Magicâ Book Excerpt
Mary Pierce played professional tennis in one of the most remarkable eras ever in the history of womenâs tennis. Her rivals were Steffi Graf, Monica Seles and Arantxa Sanchez Vicario who accounted for 35 majors. (Graf â 22, Seles â 9, Sanchez-Vicario â 4) Despite this rugged competition, Pierce was able to wedge out two [...]
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Manchester United Appoints JosĂ© Mourinho: Hereâs What Will Happen
Mourinhoâs history is so well established, you might say the future at United is almost preordained.
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Thursday, May 26, 2016
Metsâ Next Challenge? Spoiling a Teenage Pitcherâs Debut
Pitcher Julio Urias is set to make his major league debut for the Los Angeles Dodgers on Friday night in New York against the Mets.
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Warriors 120, Thunder 111 | Oklahoma City leads series, 3-2: Warriors Slip Past Thunder to Stave Off Elimination
Golden State, which set an N.B.A. record for regular-season wins, still faces ouster from the playoffs in Game 6 of the Western Conference finals in Oklahoma City on Saturday.
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Penguins 2, Lightning 1 | Pittsburgh Wins Series, 4-3: Penguins Beat Lightning, Vanquishing Game 7 Ghosts
The victory was Pittsburghâs first in a Game 7 at the six-year-old Consol Energy Center. Pittsburgh will host San Jose in Game 1 of the Stanley Cup finals on Monday.
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A Look At The Bruguera Tennis Academy
In his best-selling book âThe Secrets of Spanish Tennis,â author and respected high performance tennis coach Chris Lewit discusses and shares with readers the secrets that have made Spain one of the most successful tennis nations in the world the last 25 years. As part of his book, Lewit provides information and summaries of all [...]
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George Barth: Playing Tennis In Rwanda, Pakistan In Search Of ATP Ranking Points
Host Randy Walker is joined by part-time journeyman tennis pro George Barth who tells tales of playing professional events in countries like Rwanda and Pakistan and the best route on how to earn your first ATP points. Barth also offers advice for up and coming players as they strike out across the globe to stake [...]
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Sports of The Times: At Baylor, Charity Toward Kenneth Starr Follows Outrage
Starr was stripped of his presidency after a report on mishandled accusations of sexual misconduct, but he will remain as chancellor, raising questions of accountability.
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At French Open, Venus and Serenaâs Sister Act Was Easy to Follow
The Williams sisters made a rare back-to-back appearance on the same court and won by identical scores.
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On Tennis: Alexander Zverev and Other Young Stars Rise in Menâs Tennis
Zverev, 19, is part of a rich vein of young talent that has finally arrived.
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Ernests Gulbis on Building a Team, Karma and Misdeeds
Gulbis, ranked 80th, has advanced to the third round of the French Open, where he was semifinalist two years ago.
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Blue Jays 3, Yankees 1: Alex Rodriguez Goes Quietly in His Return, and So Do the Yankees
Back in the lineup for the first time since May 4, Rodriguez went 0 for 4 and the Yankees fell to the Blue Jays.
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Rugby: New Zealand Still Sets Tone in Super Rugby
New Zealand's league dominance was expected to end after an exodus of players following the World Cup, but the Kiwi teams seem as strong than ever.
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The Finals, Finally: Two Longtime Sharks Earn First Shot at Cup
Patrick Marleau and Joe Thornton, drafted in 1997 and Sharks teammates since 2005, are in the Stanley Cup finals for the first time.
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The Best Sellers: Filed Under Sports
The best-selling sports books in April 2016, according to the New York Times best-seller list.
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Youth movement? - Articles
Kerri Walsh is 37, April Ross is 33, Phil Dalhausser is 36, and Nick Lucena is 36. Where is the next generation of USA stars coming from? Based on the results of the NorCECA qualifier at Manhattan Beach on Wednesday, maybe we have an answer. Young teams figured prominently in the results. At stake: the opportunity to represent the USA in three NorCECA (NORth America, CEntral America, and CAribbean) events in Cuba, Canada, and Puerto Rico. In fact, of the four top seeds on the men's and women's brackets, only one team won their first match of the...
Simon Pagenaud Enters Indy 500 as the Red-Hot Favorite
James Hinchcliffe won the pole for Sundayâs race, but Pagenaud, who qualified eighth, is coming off three consecutive victories in the IndyCar Series.
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U.S. Soccer and Womenâs Team Union Argue in Court Over C.B.A.
A dispute over the validity of the womenâs national soccer teamâs collective bargaining agreement moved closer to a resolution.
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Baylor Fires Football Coach Art Briles and Demotes President Kenneth Starr
The decision comes after Baylorâs board of regents received the results of an investigation that was expected to fault the universityâs handling of several sexual assault accusations involving Baylor football players.
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Eugenie Bouchard Loses Focus and Skids Out of French Open
Ahead by 4-1, Bouchard, a French Open semifinalist last year, lost 10 straight games in losing to No. 8 Timea Bacsinszky in the second round.
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When Goliath Loses
The Golden State Warriors appeared to be an unbeatable Goliath until this week. Here are some sports Goliaths who fell.
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Still Standing
As duckpin bowling inexorably fades away, the sportâs top woman and a few dozen certified alleys endure.
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Thereâs No Mistaking the Champions League Trophy, Olâ Big Ears
The trophy, which will go to Real Madrid or AtlĂ©tico Madrid, has handles that appear to have been pinched from Bigfootâs coffee mug.
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Wednesday, May 25, 2016
Sharks 5, Blues 2 | San Jose wins series, 4-2: Sharks Eliminate Blues, Reaching Their First Stanley Cup Finals
Joel Ward scored two of San Joseâs five goals as the Sharks took the series in six games.
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Cavaliers 116, Raptors 78 | Cleveland leads series, 3-2: Cavaliers Beat Raptors by 38 Points to Take Lead in East Finals
Kevin Love scored 25 points in three quarters of play, and LeBron James and Kyrie Irving each had 23, as Cleveland moved a win away from its second straight N.B.A. Finals.
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Sports Briefing: Kermit Washington Accused of Fraud Connected to His Charity
Federal prosecutors said Washington had traded on his celebrity to solicit donations that he then embezzled from the charity he founded, Project Contact Africa.
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Blue Jays 8, Yankees 4: With Mark Teixeira Benched, Blue Jays End Yankeesâ Six-Game Streak
The Yankees fell to the Blue Jays without Teixeira, who is hitting only .195 and sat out because of neck spasms.
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On Baseball: Matt Harvey Seeks to Rediscover Swagger After Falling to 3-7
After his latest loss, to the Nationals, Harvey, who is pitching at the top of the teamâs rotation, was told by Manager Terry Collins, âWeâve got to get back to who you are.â
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Geno Smith Practices as Jetsâ Starter, With Ryan Fitzpatrick Unsigned
Smith, entering his fourth season with the team, said he deserved âa fair opportunityâ to retain the role, though Coach Todd Bowles said he was hopeful Fitzpatrick would be back.
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Mets 2, Nationals 0: Steven Matz Sets Down Nationals After David Wright Goes Long
Matz made the most of Wrightâs solo home run in the first inning, allowing no runs and four hits in eight innings.
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Their French Open Runs Are Over, but Turkish Pioneers Inspired a Nation
Cagla Buyukakcay and Ipek Soylu became the first Turkish women to reach the main draw of a Grand Slam tournament.
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Bismack Biyombo Emerges for Raptors, and a Big Payday Could Follow
Biyombo caught fire in Games 3 and 4 of the Eastern Conference Finals against the Cavaliers.
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On Tennis: Andy Murray Goes Another Five Sets at the French Open
Murray, the No. 2 seed, arrived in Paris on a roll, but his performance in the first two rounds has been quantity over quality.
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Overshadowed in Madrid, Atlético Sees Equal Footing With Real in Champions League Final
Saturdayâs final in Milan is a rematch of the 2014 game, but AtlĂ©tico and its stingy defense like their chances this time.
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On Pro Basketball: If the Warriors Donât Rally, the Judging May Be Harsh
Golden Stateâs 73-win season and Stephen Curryâs unanimous M.V.P. Award will look different in the dim light of elimination.
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Times Readers Have Their Say on âRedskinâ
The Times solicited its readers, including many Native Americans, for their opinions about whether the term is a slur, and who gets to decide if it is.
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Op-Ed Contributor: Come Clean, Russia, or No Rio
Put the Olympics off limits until state-run doping is investigated.
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Tuesday, May 24, 2016
Penguins 5, Lightning 2 | Series tied, 3-3: Penguins Top Lightning to Send Eastern Conference Finals to Game 7
Sidney Crosby scored with 26 seconds to go in the second period to put Pittsburgh up by 3-0, and the Penguins withstood two straight goals by host Tampa Bayâs Brian Boyle to even the series.
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Sports Briefing: Piratesâ Ryan Vogelsong Remains in Hospital With Multiple Facial Fractures
Vogelsong was struck by a 92-mile-per-hour pitch during an at-bat in a game against Colorado on Monday. Doctors were waiting for the swelling to subside so they could determine the extent of his injuries.
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Thunder 118, Warriors 94 | Oklahoma City leads series, 3-1: Thunder Defeat Warriors to Push Them to Brink of Elimination
Oklahoma City, led by Russell Westbrook and Kevin Durant, grabbed a commanding lead in the Western Conference finals.
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Nathan Eovaldi and Yankees Continue Their Winning Ways
Eovaldi pitched six-plus strong innings as the Yankees won to reach .500 for the first time since April 14.
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Nationals 7, Mets 4: Slide Deepens for Metsâ Matt Harvey as Nationals Hammer Him Again
Harvey, who gave up five runs in five innings, dropped to 3-7 with a 6.08 E.R.A. as Washingtonâs starter, Stephen Strasburg, recorded 11 strikeouts and improved to 8-0.
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Reports of Positive Test Dog Varvara Lepchenko
Lepchenko, an American citizen who was born in Uzbekistan, tested positive for meldonium at the Australian Open, according to a Russian newspaper.
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Jim Craig, Olympic Goalie in 1980, Puts Collection Up for Sale
Craig, the goaltender for the United States team, has put his gold medal up for sale along with the jerseys, mask, skates and stick from the Olympics.
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Mets Give Ty Kelly, a Longtime Minor Leaguer, His First Shot in the Majors
Kelly, who was scheduled to bat eighth and play third base, has played for eight seasons in the minors for five different Class AAA organizations.
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ELeague Adapts TV to the Gaming Sensibility
If all goes as planned, ELeague on TBS will be TV created in the image of successful online e-sports, rather than the other way around
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Raptorsâ Kyle Lowry and DeMar DeRozan Earn Place Among N.B.A.âs Top Tandems
Lowry and DeRozan, who combined for 67 points as Toronto evened its Eastern Conference finals against Cleveland at two games each, have become a two-man force.
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Yankees Send Alex Rodriguez to Class AA Trenton for At-Bats
On Tuesday, while the Yankees were playing Toronto at home, Alex Rodriguez was about 80 miles south, batting third as the D.H. for the Class AA Trenton Thunder.
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Report Over Sexual Assaults Roils Baylor and Stirs Criticism of Kenneth Starr, the Universityâs President
The universityâs president, athletic director and football coach have come under fire for their handling of allegations involving athletes.
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Russia Names 14 Implicated in Doping at the 2008 Olympic Games in Beijing
The athletes â 11 from track and field, two weight lifters and one rower â include 10 Olympic medalists.
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Warriorsâ Draymond Green Says He Wonât Play With Caution
Despite being one flagrant-1 foul away from a one-game suspension, Green insisted he would not play tentatively.
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On Tennis: At French Open, Hard Work Faces a Talent Who Didnât Work Hard
No life lessons here. Score it Bernard Tomic 1, Brian Baker (and poetic justice) 0.
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Novak Djokovic and Rafael Nadal Roll at French Open; Angelique Kerber Loses
Djokovic joined his rival Nadal and Andy Murray in the second round, but No. 3 Kerber fell in the first round.
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U.C.L.A. Agrees to Record Sponsorship With Under Armour
The deal will pay the Bruins $280 million over 15 years as sportswear companies seek ever greater footholds in college sports.
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Rio Olympics Women's Indoor pools announced - Articles
No one said it would be easy and it wonât be as Team USA learned it will be in a first-round Olympics pool in Rio with China, Serbia, Italy, the Netherlands and Puerto Rico.The other pool includes Brazil, Russia, Japan, Korea, Argentina and Cameroon. The Olympics are August 6-21. The 12 qualifiers are divided into two pools of six teams. The top four teams in each pool will advance to the elimination rounds. Brazil is automatically seeded first in Pool A as the host country. The listing of the pools and the resumes of the teams follow. âWe have...
The BMX Rider Dave Mirra Is Found to Have Had C.T.E.
Mirra, who won 14 gold medals at the X Games and popularized the dangerous sport of freestyle BMX, killed himself in February.
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It Takes Two Days, but Andy Murray Works Out of a Tough Spot
Murray beat Radek Stepanek, 37, at the French Open in the conclusion of a match that Murray trailed on Monday, two sets to none.
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Nyquist Wonât Run in the Belmont Stakes
Nyquist, the Kentucky Derby winner, is running a temperature and taking antibiotics so he can recover and return to California.
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Mark Burik's take on AVP/FIVB Cincinnati - Articles
The tournament was a huge point-grabbing opportunity for a slew of American teams. It also turned out to be a good chance for the international guys and gals who were willing to make the trip. This is obvious to us as players but spectators on the outside looking in are still left befuddled when all of these âWorld Tourâ events donât consistently field the top teams. Let me break it down for you. Every team has to make decisions about which tournaments they want to attend and several factors weigh in: 1. Travel Money â How much is it going to cost...
Bubba Smith, Ex-Defensive End and Actor, Died With C.T.E., Researchers Find
Smith, who died in 2011, is the 90th former N.F.L. player found to have had the degenerative brain disease, which has been linked to repeated head trauma.
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Monday, May 23, 2016
Sports Briefing: Brady Appeals for a New Hearing in the Deflategate Case
Lawyers for New England quarterback Tom Brady want an expanded panel of judges to make the decision after a three-judge panel ruled in favor of Commissioner Roger Goodell.
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Sharks 6, Blues 3: Sharks Bury Blues to Reach Doorstep of Stanley Cup Finals
Joe Pavelski tied the game at 3-3 in the second period and scored the go-ahead goal in the third for San Jose, which needs only one more win over St. Louis.
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Raptors 105, Cavaliers 99: Raptors Tie Series and Make Cavaliers Look Mortal Again
Toronto, which got 35 points from Kyle Lowry, is now 8-2 at home in the postseason, but the series is moving back to Cleveland.
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On Pro Basketball: Draymond Green Wonât Miss Game 4 After Kicking Steven Adams
The N.B.A. fined Green and upgraded the call against him to a flagrant-2 foul but did not suspend him, a potentially critical decision in the Western Conference finals.
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Metsâ Lucas Duda to Miss at Least a Month With Back Injury
Duda, whose hitting was a crucial component in the Metsâ success the last two seasons, has a stress fracture in his lower back and was placed on the 15-day D.L.
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Cricket: Gujarat Lions Are a Success From Day One in I.P.L.
The Lions jumped off to a 6-1 start in their first year in the Indian Premier League and ended the regular season in first place.
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Donald Trump Meets With Woody Johnson, Jets Owner and G.O.P. Fund-Raiser
Mr. Trump is looking for support from some of the partyâs largest financial backers in order to raise hundreds of millions of dollars for his general election effort.
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On Tennis: French Open Sticks With Umpireâs Eye Over Hawk-Eye on Clay
Ten years since Hawk-Eye electronic line judging was introduced, there remains one Grand Slam holdout where line calls are made the old-fashioned way.
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On Soccer: Manchester United Jettisons Louis van Gaal, âthe Best Coach in the Worldâ
The brash Van Gaal â he once declared, âCongratulations on signing the best coach in the world,â in reference to himself â was fired two days after winning a trophy.
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Familiar Faces are crowned at NVL Port St. Lucie - Articles
As play concluded Sunday at the NVL season opener at Club Med Sandpiper Bay, Port St. Lucie, Fla., familiar faces were crowned champions. For the men, experience ruled. Veterans and No. 10 seeds Mike DiPierro/Steven Grotowski managed to take down a young, high-flying, hard-hitting No. 12 seed Martin Caban/Petr Doubravsky in a 21-19, 21-23, 15-12 final. Grotowski is a 2012 beach volleyball Olympic veteran; DiPierro has been playing on the tour since 2000. On paper, it looked as if Caban/Doubravsky would dominate. The pair of 6-foot-4, 24-year-olds...
Family of Hall of Famer Tony Gwynn Sues Tobacco Industry Over His Death
The suit accuses the industry of having targeted Gwynn while in college as part of a scheme to market its products to rising-star athletes and African-Americans.
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N.F.L. Tried to Influence New Concussion Research, Congressional Study Finds
The study concluded that the N.F.L. attempted to use its âunrestricted giftâ to concussion research as leverage to steer funding away from one of its critics.
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Pittsburgh Penguins Face Elimination, and a Hard Goalie Decision
Trailing the Lightning in their series, 3-2, Penguins Coach Mike Sullivan said he would settle on a starter for Tuesdayâs game on Tuesday morning.
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Stan Wawrinka Begins Defense of French Open Title, and Itâs Not Easy
Wawrinka, seeded third, fell behind Lukas Rosol before rallying in five sets. Garbiñe Muguruza, seeded fourth on the womenâs side, also had a tough match.
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FIFA Fires a Top Official Amid New Questions of Wrongdoing
FIFA said Markus Kattner, who controlled its finances for the last eight months, had been fired for violating his fiduciary duty to the organization.
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The Day Vin Scully Didnât Land That N.F.L. Broadcasting Job
In 1981, CBS chose Pat Summerall over Scully as the networkâs top N.F.L. play-by-play man and partner of John Madden.
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Tom Brady vs. the N.F.L.: Whatâs Next?
Questions and answers about the case as it stands today.
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The First Roger Federer-Less Grand Slam Since 1999 Starts At Roland Garros â Mondays With Bob Greene
Mondays with Bob Greene STARS Stan Wawrinka beat Marin Cilic 6-4 7-6 (11) to win the Banque Eric Sturdza Geneva Open in Geneva, Switzerland Dominic Thiem beat Alexander Zverev 6-4 3-6 6-0 to win the Open de Nice Cot dâAzur in Nice, France Caroline Garcia beat Mirjana Lucic-Baroni 6-4 6-1 to win the Internationaux [...]
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Alexi Pappas Veers Far From Her Lane
Pappas, who will run the 10 kilometers at the Rio Olympics, is also a filmmaker and a writer â and, with her free-spirited persona, something of a cult figure.
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Sunday, May 22, 2016
Thunder 133, Warriors 105 | Oklahoma City leads series, 2-1: Thunder Explode Past Warriors to Take Series Lead
Kevin Durant scores a game-high 33 points in a dominant victory.
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Lightning 4, Penguins 3 | Overtime | Tampa Bay leads series, 3-2: Lightning Take Series Lead vs. Penguins on Johnsonâs Overtime Goal
Tyler Johnson scored 53 seconds into overtime, and Tampa Bay grabbed a three-games-to-two advantage over Pittsburgh in the Eastern Conference finals.
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Sports Briefing: Canada Beats Finland to Repeat as World Champion
The Canadians captured their 26th title, one short of the combined Soviet and Russian record, and became the first team to retain the title since Russia did it in 2009.
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Padres Apologize to Gay Menâs Chorus for Error in National Anthem Recording
The chorus was prepared to sing along to its prerecorded version of the national anthem when a rendition by a young woman was played instead, a group official said.
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Yankees 5, Athletics 4: Sharper Pineda and Lively Bats Lift Yankees Over Athletics
The Yankees earned their fifth win in a row and the 12th in their last 17 games.
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Barcelona Beats Sevilla to Win the Copa Del Rey Title
Jordi Alba and Neymar scored extra-time goals in a 2-0 win. Despite tensions over an attempt to ban Catalan flags from Vicente CalderĂłn Stadium, the game proceeded without incident.
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On Tennis: Films, Three Decades Apart, Show What a Sport Has Lost as It Grows
In a 1982 French Open documentary, players and coaches speak candidly, in training rooms and the playersâ lounge. A new film lacks that access.
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Mets 3, Brewers 1: Noah Syndergaard Baffles Brewers as the Mets Finish a Sweep
Milwaukee batters struck out 11 times in seven innings against the Mets right-hander, who improved to 5-2 with a 1.94 E.R.A.
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Nyquist and Exaggerator Move Their Duel to Belmont Park
The connections for the winners of the Kentucky Derby and the Preakness Stakes commit to the Triple Crownâs final leg, the Belmont Stakes, on June 11.
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Nick Kyrgios Flashes Temper and Restraint in French Open Win
Rain postponed about half the first-day schedule, but not before the volatile Australian praised his opponent and told off the chair umpire.
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Ross/Walsh take gold, Dalhausser/Lucena bronze in Cincinnati - Articles
The top U.S. Olympic contenders medaled in Olympic qualifier competition at the FIVB Cincinnati event. On the womenâs side, Kerri Walsh-Jennings and April Ross brought gold medals home, while Phil Dalhausser/Nick Lucena finished with bronze. For the women, the morningâs semifinals were relatively routine. No. 1 seed Ross/Walsh-Jennings sent No. 4 Elsa Baquerizo/Liliana Fernandez of Spain to the bronze match by a 21-14, 21-16 score. In the second semifinal, No. 13 Chen Xue/Xinyi Xia of China continued their cinderella run through the tournament,...
Saturday, May 21, 2016
The NVL begins season No. 6 - Articles
On Saturday, May 21st, the NVL opened its sixth season with the East Coast Championships at Club Med Sandpiper Bay in Port St. Lucie Florida. NVL tournament director Charles Warner: "In the first day of our season opener, everything seems to be going smoothly. Iâm excited to be part of the NVLâs 6th season, and Iâm looking forward to tomorrowâs matches." On the Menâs side: With eight teams making it to Sunday (two in winnerâs bracket, six in the contenderâs bracket), the No. 1 Skylar DelSol/Piotr Marciniak and No. 3 Jeff Samuels/Travis Schoonover...
Sports Briefing: Off Disabled List, Red Soxâ Joe Kelly Flirts With No-Hitter
Kelly pitched no-hit ball into the seventh inning in his first start after a month on the disabled list to lead the Red Sox to a win over Cleveland.
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Raptors 99, Cavaliers 84 | Cleveland leads series, 2-1: Raptors End Cavaliersâ Postseason Win Streak
DeMar Rozan and Bismack Biyombo led Toronto to a victory in Game 3 of the Eastern Conference finals.
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Blues 6, Sharks 3 | Series tied, 2-2: Bluesâ Offense Wakes Up to Even Series With Sharks
The St. Louis Blues defeated the San Jose Sharks, 6-3, on Saturday night in Game 4 of the Western Conference finals.
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At Preakness Stakes, a Clean Victory in Sloppy Conditions
Exaggerator, who was not fazed by the wet racetrack, ended Nyquistâs bid for a Triple Crown.
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Barcelona, Real Madrid and Atlético Overrun Small Clubs in Spain
The majority of Spanish clubs started the season with no realistic expectations of winning the championship, and in the end that proved to be true.
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Red Bulls 7, N.Y.C.F.C. 0: Red Bulls Demolish New York City in What Has Been a One-Sided Rivalry
As the local matchup tries to gain footing and luster it has barely been much of a rivalry at all, with the Red Bulls winning all four games.
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Yankees 5, Athletics 1: Yankees Defeat Athletics for Fourth Straight Victory
Masahiro Tanaka pitched seven strong innings and Rob Refsnyder, a recent call-up, drove in two runs as the Yankees climbed out of last place.
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Exaggerator Wins Preakness Stakes, Denying Nyquist Chance at Triple Crown
Exaggerator won the Preakness Stakes on a rainy Saturday, sending Nyquist, the Kentucky Derby winner, to his first defeat in nine starts.
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Metsâ Five-Man Rotation May Need Sixth Arm to Offset Its Struggles
This season, with the Metsâ highly regarded starters confronting some unexpected problems, a six-man rotation could become a reality, if only temporarily.
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Small Stakes for Panthersâ G.M. After Stint Amid Real Loss
Tom Rowe, Floridaâs new general manager, took over as the coach of a Russian team four years ago, after most of its players had been killed in a plane crash.
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Short-Track Racing, Motorsportsâ Riskiest Corner
Since 2002, when Nascar made head-and-neck restraints mandatory, at least 141 people have died on short tracks, and dozens of others have sustained major injuries.
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Manchester United Ends Drought by Winning the F.A. Cup
The longtime powerhouse salvaged its season by winning its first trophy since Alex Ferguson retired.
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Country Boy Stan Wawrinka Patiently Ascends Tennisâs Ladder
Raised in a Swiss hamlet on a farm that is home to residents with mental disabilities, Wawrinka slowly made progress and finally broke through at age 28 by winning the 2014 Australian Open.
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Extra Bases: A More Patient Odubel Herrera Is Sparking the Phillies
Herreraâs high on-base percentage has been a key to Philadelphiaâs surprising success this season.
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Sports of The Times: Staying Grounded Is a Philosophy to Live by for Nyquistâs Owner J. Paul Reddam
Reddam, a philosopher turned businessman, took another one of his horses, Iâll Have Another, to the verge of the Triple Crown in 2012, only to have the colt scratch in the Belmont because of injury.
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Battle Lines Form Over Plan to Take Preakness From Pimlico
Investors in Laurel Park would like it to host the second leg of the Triple Crown, a plan that backers of a troubled track in Baltimore oppose.
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A Heated Linguistic Debate: What Makes âRedskinsâ a Slur?
In a twist to a long-running debate over a teamâs name, most Native Americans donât seem to mind the term, according to a recent Washington Post poll.
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Two Horses Die in First Four Races at Preakness
Pramedya and Homeboykris died at Pimlico Race Course, and a jockey broke his collarbone after a spill on a damp, rainy day.
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As Nyquist Takes Flight, an Eponymous Red Wing Looks On in Wonder
Gustav Nyquist, a right wing for Detroit, his Red Wings teammates and their fan base have been buzzing about the success of the Kentucky Derby winner.
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Preakness Stakes 2016: Hereâs Who We Think Will Win
Joe Drape and Melissa Hoppert of The New York Times weigh in on the contenders for the 141st running of the Preakness Stakes.
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Semifinalists determined at FIVB Cincinnati - Articles
As they say, âthe rubber meets the roadâ today in elimination bracket play. After qualifying play and two days of pool play, the elimination bracket began for 24 teams per gender. The matches were rife with Olympic implications, so letâs take a look at todayâs matches. First up, the women: No. 1 seed April Ross/Kerri Walsh Jennings passed their first challenge today over fellow Americans and No. 20 seed Lane Carico/Summer Ross 21-13, 19-21, 15-7. Carico/Ross earned the right to play Ross/Walsh Jennings by defeating their compatriots and No. 9 seed...
Friday, May 20, 2016
Yankees 8, Athletics 3: Ronald Torreyes Steps Out of Teammatesâ Shadows to Rally Yankees
A triple by Torreyes started a five-run inning that helped the Yankees beat the Aâs for a third straight win.
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Sports Briefing: Frank Vogel Brings His Playoff Credentials to Magic
The Orlando Magic selected Frank Vogel as their new head coach. Vogel replaced Scott Skiles.
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Lightning 4, Penguins 3 | Series tied, 2-2: Lightning Blast to Early Lead, Then Hold On Against Penguins
Tampa Bay built a 4-0 lead, then withstood a Pittsburgh rally in the third period to tie the series at two games each.
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Mets 3, Brewers 2: Metsâ Steven Matz Looks Shaky Early in His Return, but Settles In for His Sixth Win
Matz eased quickly into his usual efficient form after skipping his last scheduled start because of left forearm stiffness.
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Ban on Catalan Flag at Spanish Soccer Final Is Overturned
The authorities in Madrid had tried to prohibit the Estelada, a Catalan flag that has become a symbol of a pro-independence movement.
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A.C.C. Showdown Pivotal for Two Florida Teams
Florida State and Miami are both trying to improve their seeding ahead of the N.C.A.A. tournament.
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Nyquistâs jockey, Mario Gutierrez, Gets Another Second Chance
Gutierrez rode Iâll Have Another to wins in the first two legs of the Triple Crown in 2012. But when an injury kept the horse out of the Belmont Stakes, the jockey fell hard.
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Russia Says Nearly All Athletes Have Been Cleared in Meldonium Inquiry
More than 40 Russian athletes have tested positive for meldonium since WADA added it to the prohibited list in January.
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On Baseball: Yankeesâ Blunders Have Hurt Only Their Egos, So Far
A number of mental mistakes have embarrassed players but have not cost the team any games.
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Keeping Score: Cavaliers Searching for Elusive Postseason Perfection
LeBron James has made some bold claims about his teamâs potential to sweep the playoffs. History shows that is not so easy.
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On Horse Racing: No Crown Yet Weighs Heavy for Derby Champ Nyquist
Nyquist, the latest Kentucky Derby champion to be favored at the Preakness, has little to do but relax before the most laid-back leg of the Triple Crown.
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Fastballs Can Lead to Tommy John Surgery, Study Finds
Pitchers who had surgery threw fastballs 46.8 percent of the time, compared to 39.7 percent among those who had not.
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Brent Burns, a Quirky San Jose Shark, Proves His Worth in the Playoffs
The San Jose Sharksâ bearded defenseman has played a big role in putting the team close to its first appearance in the Stanley Cup finals.
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Sports Business: In the Clear, Phil Mickelson Can Thank an Insider Trading Ruling
A 2014 appellate court ruling that narrowed the definition of insider trading may have helped the golfer avoid charges, although the government would not explicitly say so.
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Security Tightened in Paris for French Open
The administration at the French Open and the city of Paris, still wary after last year's terrorist attacks, has increased security to reassure players and fans.
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French Open Players to Watch
Simona Halep, Madison Keys, Kei Nishikori and Dominic Thiem are among the players who could take a turn in the spotlight in Paris.
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Goals and Praise as David Villa Drives N.Y.C.F.C. Turnaround
The Spanish star has embraced his leading role with New York City F.C., where his work ethic has made him one of the best players in M.L.S. this season.
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Novak Djokovic and Rafael Nadal Could Meet in French Open Semifinals
Djokovic and Nadal were put in the same side of the draw on Friday; Stan Wawrinka, and Andy Murray could meet in the other semifinal.
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Twelve of 14 American teams survive pool play in FIVB Cincinnati - Articles
When the dust cleared Thursday at the FIVB/ Cincinnati Open, 12 of 14 American teams advanced from the international Olympic qualifier. Six of those teams have legitimate Olympic aspirations with only three events remaining in the Olympic qualification period ending June 13. All six of the American teams in contention advanced from pool play into the 24 team single-elimination bracket. The winning men's and women's teams will split $11,000, and more importantly, 500 Olympic qualifying points. Here's a quick round-up on the men's and women's teams...
Why Bettors See an Obscure Italian Game as Almost a Sure Thing
While the chance of a draw in most games is judged to be about 25 percent, in the Spezia-Ascoli game on Friday it is fully 60 percent.
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Andy Murray Also Seeking Slice of Tennis History in Paris
Randy Walker @TennisPublisher While most attention is on Novak Djokovic and Serena Williams and their attempts at tennis history at Roland Garros this year, itâs Andy Murray who also has an opportunity to etch his name in the tennis history books. By reaching the final at Roland Garros, Murray will join eight men to [...]
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Will Binghamton Mets Become Stud Muffins? The Internet Will Decide
The Class AA team has turned to fans to find a replacement nickname with greater links to the area.
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After a String of Ailments, an Upbeat Safarova Returns to Paris
Lucie Safarova, last yearâs surprise French Open finalist, is healthy and feeling little pressure.
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Thursday, May 19, 2016
Yankees 4, Athletics 1: Yankees Stumble Their Way to a Win in Oakland
Solid pitching by Ivan Nova, and solid hitting by Carlos Beltran, gave the Yankees the edge despite some blunders on the basepaths.
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Sharks 3, Blues 0 | San Jose leads series, 2-1: With Another Shutout, Sharks Take Series Lead Over Blues
Tomas Hertl scored twice in San Joseâs second consecutive shutout victory.
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Cavaliers 108, Raptors 89 | Cleveland leads series, 2-0: Cavaliers Dominate Raptors Again as LeBron James Posts Triple Double
James had 23 points, 11 rebounds and 11 assists, and Kyrie Irving led all scorers with 26 points, as Cleveland took a two-games-to-none lead over Toronto in the Eastern Conference finals.
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Key Piece to Yankeesâ Pitching Puzzle, C.C. Sabathia, Returns
Manager Joe Girardi has had to keep his fingers crossed when it comes to his starters, who have been plagued by injuries and inconsistent efforts.
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On Golf: Muirfield Golf Club Picks Discrimination Over the British Open
The vote against admitting women seems to come from a bygone century, one in which men and women didnât coexist in boardrooms and government.
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Nationals 9, Mets 1: Nationals Knock Out Harvey, as Strasburg Sets Down Mets
Matt Harvey allowed seven runs in the third inning, leading to the shortest start of his career, and the Mets managed only one run off Stephen Strasburg.
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Jose Reyes Returns to Practice as Suspension Winds Down
The Rockies shortstop is back after sitting out 59 days for violating baseballâs new domestic violence policy.
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Crosby and Penguins Are Clicking Going Into Game 4 With the Lightning
Sidney Crosby is coming off an overtime goal in Game 2 and an important insurance goal in Game 3 as Pittsburgh holds a two-games-to-one lead over Tampa Bay.
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Two Opposing Pitchers Travel Along a Similar Path
The Metsâ Matt Harvey and the Nationalsâ Stephen Strasburg, two hard throwers, have had the same elbow surgery and look to regain their dominance.
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Preakness Stakes 2016: Hereâs Who We Think Will Win
Joe Drape and Melissa Hoppert of The New York Times weigh in on the contenders for the 141st running of the Preakness Stakes.
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Olympics and N.H.L. Face Off Over Who Pays to Insure Players
The I.O.C.âs decision not to pay the costs of N.H.L. players to attend the 2018 Games, which includes insuring their expensive contracts, has jeopardized their participation.
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Special Report: Formula E: Racingâs New One-Day Wonder
In Formula E, the practice, qualifying and racing, and the driversâ off-track appearances for the media, fans and sponsors, all happen on a single day, Saturday.
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Special Report: Formula E: A Formula One Champion on a New Frontier
Alain Prost discusses his involvement in the Formula E series.
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Special Report: Formula E: Drivers Do the Winning, Not the Cars
Not only a top-level, innovative racing category featuring some of the finest drivers in the world, Formula E is also one of the series that most emphasizes driver skill over car technology.
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Special Report: Formula E: Almost at the Races, via Virtual Reality
The Formula E series and its partner, Virtually Live, a start-up based in San Francisco, are offering an immersive experience of races.
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Walsh and Ross officially qualify, Men are tested at the FIVB Cincnnati Open - Articles
Wednesdayâs action at AVP Cincinnati saw the American men tested, but they largely survived the challenges on a busy day in suburban Mason, Ohio, where the big news was the April Ross and Kerri Walsh Jennings are officially qualified for the Olympics. Of the Olympic contenders, No. 1 seed Jake Gibb / Casey Patterson narrowly escaped against No. 32 seed Orlando Irizarry / Roberto Rodriguez-Bertran of Puerto Rico 21-11, 15-21, 15-13. No. 2 seed Phil Dalhausser / Nick Lucena United States went overtime against No. 31 seed Adrian Heidrich/Gabriel Kissling...
On Pro Basketball: Itâs Not a Riddle at All: What Led the Knicks to Jeff Hornacek
The Knicksâ interest in Hornacek as their next head coach is less of a mystery when you look at associations and connect the dots.
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Roger Federer Withdraws From French Open Because of Back Injury
Federerâs record streak of playing Grand Slam tournaments ends at 65, dating to the 2000 Australian Open.
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Japanese Olympic Committee to Investigate Awarding of 2020 Games to Tokyo
The committeeâs chief said a commission would be looking into payments made to a Singapore company called Black Tidings.
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Russian Sports Doping: Explained
Answers to questions about Russiaâs doping problems and how they might affect Russiaâs eligibility for the Rio Games.
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Muirfield Barred as British Open Host After Vote Against Female Members
After the vote, the Royal & Ancient said that, going forward, it would not stage the event at a golf club that does not allow women as members.
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A Sports Gambler and a Former Dean Foods Chairman Charged With Insider Trading
The charges against William T. Walters and Thomas C. Davis represent one of the most notable insider trading cases since an appellate court overturned two prominent convictions.
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Russian Prosecutors to Investigate Olympic Doping Accusations
In a statement on Thursday, the prosecutors said that they would investigate reports in the last six months that Russian athletes doped at three recent Olympics.
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Sports of The Times: When Superhuman Feats Are Super, but Not Human
The Rio Games now have a doping cloud over them, adding to the Zika virus cloud and political unrest cloud.
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Battle Lines Form Over Plan to Take Preakness From Pimlico
Investors in Laurel Park would like it to host the second leg of the Triple Crown, a plan that backers of a troubled track in Baltimore oppose.
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Battle Lines Form Over Plan to Take Preakness From Pimlico
Investors in Laurel Park would like it to host the second leg of the Triple Crown, a plan that backers of a troubled track in Baltimore oppose.
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Wednesday, May 18, 2016
Yankees 4, Diamondbacks 2: Yankees Set Aside Criticism From the Boss, Beating the Diamondbacks
Hal Steinbrenner had expressed disappointment in several players earlier Wednesday.
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Warriors 118, Thunder 91 | Series tied, 1-1: Warriors Even Series With Thunder Behind Stephen Curryâs 28 Points
Curry scored 15 of his points in less than two minutes of the third quarter as Golden State sent the Western Conference finals back to Oklahoma City tied at one game each.
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Sports Briefing: Furious Third-Period Attack Lifts Pittsburgh Penguins
Late goals by Sidney Crosby, Phil Kessel and Chris Kunitz helped the Pittsburgh Penguins beat the Tampa Bay Lightning, 4-2, in Game 3 of the Eastern Conference finals.
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On Baseball: In Era of Parity, a Steinbrenner Preaches Patience for the Yankees
Projecting more calm than his father typically displayed, Hal Steinbrenner said, âWeâre just going to have to figure out how to do the best to rebuild.â
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On Pro Basketball: Coasting to Victories, James and the Cavaliers Refuse to Let Up
Cleveland, after a nine-day hiatus, dominates in the Eastern Conference finals opener.
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David Wright Returns to Metsâ Lineup After Being Held Out
Wright was scratched from Tuesdayâs series opener against the Nationals because of back discomfort.
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Knicks Appear Close to Hiring Jeff Hornacek as Coach
Hornacek, a late entry in the teamâs search, was let go by the Phoenix Suns earlier this season.
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On Pro Basketball: Top Pick in Draft Could Inspire False Hopes for 76ers
History has show that winning the No. 1 slot in the lottery is no guarantee of titles to come.
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San Jose Sharks Showing New Appreciation for Fans
The team, which has reached the Western Conference finals, has become more concerned about retaining and attracting fans in the competitive Bay Area market.
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Nyquist Draws Post 3 and Is Made the Preakness Favorite
The undefeated Kentucky Derby winner was made the 3-5 morning-line favorite for the 141st running of the Preakness Stakes on Saturday.
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Bartolo Colon Is Back Home With Hopes for Home Run No. 2
Colon was set to pitch â and bat â on Wednesday night, his first home game since he hit his first career home run at age 42.
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Credit New Coaching Approach as Finland Hockey Seeks Triple Gold
Changes in Finlandâs player development program preceded under-18 and under-20 championships this year and a shot this weekend at a title at the menâs level.
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NVL season kicks off at Club Med Sandpiper Bay - Articles
The National Volleyball League kicks into high gear Friday at Club Med Sandpiper Bay in Port St. Lucie, Fla., and this could be the best place to host a volleyball tournament. The sand courts are close to Sandpiper Bay with all of the distractions and gastronomic sensations that accompany Club Med. The NVL at Club Med Sandpiper Bay is also a very interactive experience. After the last ball drops, the players, staff, and fans head over to the NVL private dining room en masse, where everyone from the lowly photographers to the founder of the NVL,...
Five American teams advance to the main draw in FIVB Cincinnati qualifier play - Articles
Five of the seven U.S. qualifier teams advanced to the main draw at FIVB Cincinnati qualifier play Tuesday. In all, 14 U.S. teams will participate in the main draw today: Men: Phil Dalhausser/Nick Lucena (12:20 pm) Jake Gibb/Casey Patterson (1:10 pm) Derek Olson/Jeremy Casebeer (1:10 pm) Trevor and Taylor Crabb (2:00 pm) Tri Bourne/John Hyden (2:00 pm) John Mayer/Ryan Doherty (2:50 pm) Robbie Page/Todd Rogers (2:50 pm) Women: Kerri Walsh Jennings/April Ross (9:00 am and 3:30 pm) Lauren Fendrick/Brooke Sweat (9:50 am and 4:30 pm) Irene Hester-Pollock/CaitlinLedoux...
Keeping Score: Steven Adamsâs Value to Thunder Begins to Show in Box Score
Adams can be hard to appreciate, but his 16-point, 12-rebound effort on Monday night is what Thunder fans have come to expect.
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I.O.C. President Says Russian Federations Could Be Barred
Thomas Bach said on Wednesday that the accusations of state-run doping in Russia, if proven, could lead to suspensions of sports federations, fines and lifetime bans.
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How Bad Are the Braves? So Far, 1962 Mets Bad
Should the Braves continue at their pace, which projects to a 38-124 season, they would beat the 1962 Mets for futility.
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Mixed Martial Arts: Sold-Out Mixed Martial Arts Event Invades Muay Thai Turf
Thailand will stage its first major mixed martial arts event after years of unofficially banning the sport to protect the traditional style of Muay Thai kickboxing.
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Teenage Sports Stars, From Young Tom Morris to Max Verstappen
For some athletes, teenage success heralds a long career. Others are destined to never match those youthful heights again.
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Warriorsâ Home Games Are a Show Befitting the Team
Games at Oracle Arena have been called the best show in sports, with a high-energy team working toward another N.B.A. title. But most of the show is not basketball.
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On Tennis: Novak Djokovic Hoping 12th Time at French Open Is the Charm
Despite a 79.7 winning percentage on clay, Djokovic, a finalist in three of the past four years at Roland Garros, has yet to win the title.
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Tuesday, May 17, 2016
Diamondbacks 5, Yankees 3: Mistakes and Malaise Doom Yankees to Second Straight Loss
The Yankees drove Zack Greinke from the game, but Michael Pineda left too many sliders up in the strike zone, and the Diamondbacks took full advantage.
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Sports Briefing: Power-Play Goals Give Sharks a Series Tie
Brent Burns scored San Joseâs first two power-play goals of the Western Conference finals against St. Louis, and Martin Jones recorded his second shutout of the postseason.
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Dick McAuliffe, Stalwart of â68 Tigers, Dies at 76
A hard-nosed All-Star infielder who played 14 seasons with Detroit and was known to teammates as Mad Dog, he starred on the 1968 championship team.
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Yankees Miss Alex Rodriguezâs Bat, but His Absence Has Hidden Benefits
With Rodriguez on the D.L., Carlos Beltran gets to take over as the designated hitter and rest his legs, and Aaron Hicks starts in the outfield, improving the defense.
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Rougned Odor Suspended for 8 Games for Punching Jose Bautista
The brawl in Texas on Sunday resulted in the discipline of 14 people by Major League Baseball, including a one-game suspension for Bautista.
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Cavaliers 115, Raptors 84: Cavaliers Show No Signs of Slowing in Rout of Raptors
Kyrie Irving scored 27 points, and LeBron James added 24 for Cleveland, which has yet to lose a game four weeks into the postseason.
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On Pro Basketball: J. R. Smith, a Mischief Maker as a Knick, Learns to Share in Cleveland
Defensive stopper? Judicious shooter? It still depends on the day, but there is little question that Smith has become a steadying force for the Cavaliers.
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Mets 2, Nationals 0: Noah Syndergaard Outpitches Max Scherzer in a Mets Victory
Scherzer, who had tossed a no-hitter in his previous appearance at Citi Field and struck out 20 in his last start over all, allowed two runs â ample support for Syndergaard.
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Plagued by Injuries, Mets Seek Balance Between Caution and Ambition
David Wright and Lucas Duda are among the Mets being rested, whether they like it or not. But Steven Matz was scheduled to throw a side session Wednesday.
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Daniel Murphy Visits Mets and Gets Ring and Video Tribute to Go
The Nationalsâ new second baseman, who has showed signs his playoff joy ride might have a lasting impact, was facing the Mets for the first time since helping them win a pennant.
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Square Feet: Inglewood, Calif., Pins Hopes for Commercial Revival on N.F.L.âs Rams
The return of the team to the area and plans for an 80,000-seat stadium and an entertainment complex are expected to breathe new life into the city.
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Jim McMillian, Columbia Star Who Won With the Lakers, Dies at 68
McMillian helped the Lakers to a 33-game winning streak and the N.B.A. title in 1971-72, and starred in Columbiaâs last N.C.A.A. tournament appearance, in 1968.
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Justice Department Opens Investigation Into Russian Doping Scandal
The United States inquiry escalates what had been a roiling sports controversy into a federal criminal case involving foreign officials.
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In N.B.A. Draft Lottery, Teams Expect Nos. 1 and 2 to Be a Win-Win
Dukeâs Brandon Ingram and L.S.U.âs Ben Simmons are considered to be franchise-shaping players, coveted for different reasons.
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Thunderâs Comeback Puts Warriors in Unfamiliar Territory
Losing Game 1 at home in a seven-game series is not ideal, but also not the end of the world for Golden State.
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The Lightning and the Penguins Go to Young Goalies and See Little Drop-Off
At age 21, the Lightningâs Andrei Vasilevskiy and the Penguinsâ Matt Murray have played great in place of the teamsâ elite goalies.
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Battle in Cincinnati - Articles
This is not just any AVP tournament that gets started today in Cincinnati. Rather, itâs an AVP-run FIVB event that is part of the Olympic qualification process, so expect plenty of intensity. On the other hand, the tournament is sandwiched between last weekâs event in Turkey and the Grand Slam events in Moscow and Hamburg, so many of the top teams are choosing to avoid the jet lag associated with the trip to Cincinnati. As the host team, the U.S. is allowed additional teams, so in addition to April Ross/Kerri Walsh Jennings, Tri Bourne/John Hyden,...
Six Head Injury Suits Filed in New Front Against Colleges and N.C.A.A.
Six cases were filed on Tuesday in a new effort by athletes to get financial relief for the lasting effects from concussions sustained in college.
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Dozens of Olympians Could Be Barred From Rio Games
Olympic officials said Tuesday that they were retesting drug samples from past Games, having identified at least 31 athletes with suspicious results.
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Room for Debate: Should Brazil Postpone the Olympics?
The country is in the midst of a political and economic crisis, not to mention a Zika outbreak, and the Summer Games are three months away.
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Thunderâs Comeback Puts Warriors in Unfamiliar Territory
Losing Game 1 at home in a seven-game series is not ideal, but also not the end of the world for Golden State.
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Monday, May 16, 2016
Diamondbacks 12, Yankees 2: Yankeesâ Hot Run Crashes in Phoenix
The Diamondbacks had the upper hand in a one-sided meeting of last-place teams, knocking out eight extra-base hits and spoiling pitcher Chad Greenâs first start in the major leagues.
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Thunder 108, Warriors 102 | Oklahoma City leads series, 1-0: Oklahoma City Thunder Surprise Golden State Warriors in Game 1 Win
Russell Westbrook leads a second-half flurry, scoring 24 of his 27 points after halftime, and Oklahoma City is unexpectedly ahead in the Western Conference finals.
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Penguins 3, Lightning 2, Overtime | Series tied, 1-1: Penguins Even Series With Lightning on Sidney Crosby Overtime Goal
Crosby scored just 40 seconds into overtime of the second game of the Eastern Conference finals, after Pittsburgh and Tampa Bay had gone scoreless following a 2-2 first period.
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Sports Briefing: Indians Pound Out 15 Runs on 19 Hits to Rally Past Reds
Yan Gomes hit a three-run homer in the sixth inning, and Cleveland rallied from an early four-run deficit at home.
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Yankees Constantly Tailoring Fringe of Roster
The Yankees have used the last few spots on their 25-man roster to shuffle players to and from Class AAA, filling specific needs game to game.
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At Indianapolis 500, Innovation Began With a Look Back
Ray Harroun, the first winner of the Indianapolis 500, in 1911, was also the first to use a rearview mirror, which allowed him to race alone.
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On Baseball: Mets-Nationals Poised to Become at Least a Passing Rivalry
As Washington visits the Mets this week, the teams do not share the heated histories of the Red Sox and the Yankees or the Dodgers and the Giants, but they have something to build on.
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Metsâ Steven Matz Said to Have No Damage to Elbow Ligament
Matz had skipped a start over the weekend because of elbow soreness, an ominous sign given that he has already had Tommy John surgery, in 2010.
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Sports of The Times: Even Deontay Wilder, an Untainted Boxer, Loses Out in a Doping Scandal
For a charismatic American champion on the verge of a breakthrough moment, a Russian scandal suddenly became personal.
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Barry Bonds, the Career Walk Leader, Has Advice for Bryce Harper: Steal More
Harper, the reigning most valuable player of the National League, is racking up the walks as pitchers try to throw around him. Bonds knows all about it.
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San Jose Sharks Coach Questions Dearth of Calls Against the Blues
Joe Thorntonâs beard was tugged during the Sharksâ Game 1 loss to St. Louis, but no penalty was called. Sharks Coach Peter DeBoer seemed to think it was not the only missed call.
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Rookie Nets Coach Kenny Atkinson Was Shaped by a Globe-Trotting Career
Before Atkinson was an assistant with the Knicks, the Rockets and the Hawks, he played for nearly 20 international basketball franchises.
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Russian Sports Doping: Explained
Answers to questions about Russiaâs doping problems and how they might affect Russiaâs eligibility for the Rio Games.
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Kimiko Date-Krumm, Fixture at Grand Slams, Hopes for Another Return
Date-Krumm, who has not missed a Grand Slam event since returning from a 12-year absence from tennis in 2008, will miss the French Open after knee surgery.
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Optimistic assessment of the menâs game by George Masonâs Jay Hosack - Articles
George Mason head coach Jay Hosack has been involved in the game at the highest levels, including serving as an assistant coach for both USA menâs and womenâs national teams and serving as a longtime assistant to menâs coach Mark Pavlik at Penn State. A year ago he took over at Mason and took the Patriots to their first trip to the NCAA tournament in 28 years. Hosack, the EIVA coach of the year, cares greatly about NCAA menâs volleyball and has many thoughts about its current situation and future, one that he says is a bright one. The final score:...
FIVB Antalya Open and U21 Lucerne recap - Articles
There were two major beach events this past weekend, the FIVB Antalya Open in Turkey and the FIVB Under 21 World Beach Championships, the latter including some of the NCAA Beach players who were in action in Gulf Shores, Ala., last weekend. Janis Smedins and Aleksandrs Samoilovs of Latvia Antalya won gold. The fourth-seeded pair received a walkover in the gold-medal final as Lars Fluggen re-aggravated his left meniscus from an injury in April that required surgery. On their way to the final, Smedins/Samolilovs beat three Polish teams, No. 14 Kadziola/Szalankiewicz...
On Golf: Motivation Keeps Jason Day on a Tiger-esque Roll
Dayâs victory on Sunday was his seventh in his last 17 PGA Tour starts, a stretch during which he and his wife had their second child.
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For Foreign Investors in a Soccer Stadium, U.S. Visas Are the Goal
A Major League Soccer franchise owner is promoting a federal program that benefits those who contribute at least $500,000 to infrastructure projects.
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Andy Murray Shocks Novak Djokovic; Serena Williams Wins In Rome â Mondays with Bob Greene
Mondays with Bob Greene STARS Andy Murray beat Novak Djokovic 6-3 6-3 to win the Internazionali BNL dâItalia menâs singles in Rome, Italy Serena Williams beat Madison Keys 7-6 (5) 6-3 to win the Internazionali BNL dâItalia womenâs singles in Rome, Italy Sergiy Stakhovsky beat Lu Yen-Hsun 46 6-3 7-6 (7) to win [...]
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Sunday, May 15, 2016
Blues 2, Sharks 1 | St. Louis leads series, 1-0: Blues Edge Sharks in Western Conference Finals Opener
David Backes and Jori Lehtera scored and Brian Elliott played another outstanding game in goal as St. Louis topped visiting San Jose to take a 1-0 series lead.
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N.Y.C.F.C. 2, Timbers 1: One Disputed Assist, and Three Straight Wins for N.Y.C.F.C.
After R.J. Allen was not penalized for an apparent hand ball, he quickly capitalized, assisting on David Villaâs opening goal in the 2-1 victory.
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Sports Briefing: Manchester City All but Secures Top-4 Finish
With a tie against Swansea in Englandâs Premier League, City essentially locked up a Champions League spot because of its lead in goal difference.
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Keeping Score: The Mets Are Running in Third in a 2-team Race
After a 4-7 trip, the Mets begin their first series of the season against the first-place Washington Nationals.
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California Footvolley Championships - Articles
In 1965, a group of beach soccer players were playing on Rio de Janeiro's Copacabana Beach. But the lifeguards banned soccer on the beach. And thatâs how footvolley was born. Footvolley is played much like volleyball, but you canât use your hands or arms. Players kick serve, serve receive with their chests, set with their shoulders or chests, and spike with their heads or feet. The most exciting play in footvolley is the "shark attack", when a player leaps into the air, inverts 180 degrees, and spikes the ball with the sole of the foot. There is...
Liberty 79, Wings 71: Liberty Win Their Home Opener, Sending a Message
The team, which is aiming to win the title this season, beat the Dallas Stars.
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Jason Day Makes Players Championship His Third Win of the Season
Day, who finished with a 15-under-par 273 to beat Kevin Chappell by four strokes, completed his second wire-to-wire victory of 2016.
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Raven Calls on N.F.L. to Allow Marijuana Use for Sportâs Pains
Eugene Monroe, an offensive tackle for the Baltimore Ravens, is an outspoken advocate for ending marijuana testing, promoting the drug as a safer alternative to opioids.
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On Every Title Quest, a Pivotal Figure
A Warriorâs height and a Raptorâs health are keys in the N.B.A. conference finals.
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Billy Donovan, in First Season With Thunder, Has No Trouble Adapting
Donovan, used to do-or-die N.C.A.A. tournament games, took advantage of a longer N.B.A. playoff series, with his adjustments helping produce a win over the Spurs.
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Raptors 116, Heat 89 | Toronto wins series, 4-3: Raptors Escape Past, Ousting the Heat in Game 7
A citywide celebration erupted after Toronto secured a trip to the conference finals for the first time in the teamâs 21-season existence.
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English Soccer Match Canceled After Imitation Bomb Found
The police determined that a training device from a security exercise had been left behind at the stadium where Manchester United and Bournemouth were scheduled to play a Premier League game.
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Oscar Pistorius to Be Released From Jail on Oct. 20
Oscar Pistorius, the double-amputee Olympic runner who shot his girlfriend to death on Valentine's Day 2013, can leave prison and move to house arrest next week, South Africa's Department of Corrections said Thursday.
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Yankees 7, White Sox 5: Headley and Yankees Bail Out Tanaka Against White Sox
After Masahiro Tanaka labored through five innings, Chase Headley, a pinch-hitter, delivered a go-ahead double in the seventh, and the bullpen held firm.
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Formula One: Teenager Verstappen Wins Spanish Grand Prix After Mercedes Drivers Crash
Max Verstappen became Formula One's youngest winner at age 18 after the Mercedes teammates Lewis Hamilton and Nico Rosberg crashed into each other.
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Russian Official Apologizes for Doping Problem but Says Athletes Shouldnât Be Barred
Writing in The Sunday Times, the countryâs sports minister acknowledged âserious mistakesâ but added, âIt cannot be right that clean athletes should suffer for the behavior of others.â
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Serena Williams Beats Madison Keys to Win Italian Open
Williams ended one of her longest title droughts, but because she played in only four events in that nine-month stretch, she said this victory was not necessarily a relief.
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Rugby: Saracens Rule Europe and Hope the Reign Will Last
After Saracens won their first European title with a 21-9 win over Racing 92, the owner and coaches are determined to make sure itâs just a beginning.
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Saturday, May 14, 2016
Rockies 7, Mets 4: A Disputed Foul Tip Leaves a Manager Upset and the Mets Upended
When an umpireâs call gave Colorado new offensive life in the third inning, Mets Manager Terry Collins protested and was ejected. The Rockies then piled up the runs, and the Mets could not recover.
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Liberty 87, Mystics 76: With Late Surge, Liberty Top Mystics in Opener
With the game tied at 73-73, Tina Charles made a basket and a free throw, and the Liberty cruised from there.
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Newly Unburdened, Madison Keys Stays Unbeaten
With a win over Garbiñe Muguruza on her weakest surface, the 24th-ranked Keys advanced to the Italian Open final against Serena Williams.
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As Jason Day Dominates the Field, Jordan Spieth Misses the Cut
Day owned a four-stroke lead at the Players Championship after a third round in tough conditions, while Spieth imploded in the weather-delayed second round and fell one shot short of playing on.
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Roundup: FIFA Executive Quits, Citing a Power Grab
Domenico Scala, the audit and compliance chairman for FIFA, resigned in protest Saturday over a perceived power grab by FIFAâs president, Gianni Infantino.
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Matt Harvey Struggles, and Canât Explain Why
For the first time in Harveyâs professional career, he is enduring bad results for an extended period of time, and he does not have an answer.
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Draymond Green, Complete With Theatrics, Animates the Warriors
Green, who is equal parts power forward and carnival barker, is known for actions that fuel his teammates and irritate the Warriorsâ opponents.
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Yankees 2, White Sox 1: Yankeesâ Bullpen Works Like Clockwork in Win Over White Sox
For the first time all season, Manager Joe Girardi deployed his top three relievers to close out a game.
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On Pro Basketball: The Heat Came Up Big by Going Small Against the Raptors
The Heat, shredded by injuries, were a game from being ousted by the Raptors, so Coach Erik Spoelstra shook things up by starting a first-year forward at center.
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At the Players Championship, a Cast of Unusual Suspects Moves to the Top
Jason Day, the world No. 1, was leading the Players Championship after play was suspended on Friday, but his closest pursuers included players who only recently became winners.
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