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Cavaliers’ J.R. Smith draws inspiration from baby daughter’s fight

Indiana Pacers’ Jeff Teague (44) passes over Cleveland Cavaliers’ J.R. Smith (5) in the first half in Game 2 of…

April 20, 2017

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How to stop a superstar is biggest challenge in NHL playoffs

Any time Connor McDavid, Alex Ovechkin or Sidney Crosby goes over the boards, everyone in the arena is watching and…

April 20, 2017

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Diaper duty? Home trumps hotel for some in NHL postseason

CALGARY, Alberta – Crying kids and household chores don’t stop for NHL players in the postseason. But a few players…

April 20, 2017

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Broncos relieved Aqib Talib escapes suspension

Pro Bowler won’t be penalized for shooting himself

April 20, 2017

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Kershaw fans season-high 10, Dodgers beat Rockies

LOS ANGELES — Clayton Kershaw struck out a season-high 10 in seven innings to lead the Los Angeles Dodgers to…

April 19, 2017

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NBA Playoff Roundup: James Harden leads Rockets to 2-0 lead against Westbrook’s Thunder

HOUSTON — James Harden scored 35 points and the Houston Rockets overcame 51 points from Russell Westbrook in the highest-scoring…

April 19, 2017

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NHL Playoff Roundup: Capitals answer Maple Leafs; Bruins pushed to brink by Senators

TORONTO — Tom Wilson and T.J. Oshie each scored two goals, and the Washington Capitals beat the Toronto Maple Leafs…

April 19, 2017

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Celtics’ Isaiah Thomas: Days since sister died hardest of my life

BOSTON – Celtics guard Isaiah Thomas says the days since his younger sister was killed in a car crash have…

April 19, 2017

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Trump congratulates Patriots, doesn’t mention Hernandez

WASHINGTON – President Donald Trump welcomed the New England Patriots to the White House Wednesday, noting the parallels between his…

April 19, 2017

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Von Miller recovers his Broncos Super Bowl 50 helmet

Denver Broncos’ Von Miller (58) celebrates with teammates in the fourth quarter of the NFL Super Bowl 50 football game…

April 19, 2017

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Phil Simms headed to CBS studio spot on ‘NFL Today’

At left, former Dallas Cowboys quarterback Tony Romo laughs while speaking to reporters in Dallas. At right, Phil Simms participates…

April 19, 2017

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AP source: Derek Jeter, Jeb Bush join forces in bid to buy Marlins

MIAMI – Derek Jeter and Jeb Bush have formed a team in their attempt to buy a team. The former…

April 19, 2017

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Some NFL teams could lose their charter flights

Some NFL teams may have to alter their travel schedules as airlines balk at providing charter flights. Others seem to…

April 19, 2017

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Ex-NFL star Aaron Hernandez hangs himself in his prison cell

BOSTON — Former NFL star Aaron Hernandez hanged himself in the prison cell where he was serving a life sentence…

April 19, 2017

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Loud sex sounds interrupt pro tennis match in Florida

SARASOTA, Fla. — An outdoor professional tennis match in Florida came to a brief halt amid sounds of loud sex.…

April 19, 2017

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Valverde wins Fleche Wallonne for record 5th time

HUY, Belgium — Alejandro Valverde of Spain won the Fleche Wallonne (Walloon Arrow) for a record fifth time after a…

April 19, 2017

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Michael Phelps on comeback: ‘We’ll see if I get that itch again’

Michael Phelps and his wife, Nicole Johnson, smile during an NBA basketball game between the Los Angeles Lakers and the…

April 19, 2017

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Nolan Arenado hits 2 home runs, Rockies hold off Dodgers

LOS ANGELES — Nolan Arenado homered twice, Trevor Story also connected and the Colorado Rockies held off the Los Angeles…

April 19, 2017

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NBA Roundup: Celtics again shocked by Bulls

Lowry, Raptors respond

April 18, 2017

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NHL Roundup: Blue Jackets avoid sweep against Penguins

Rangers win on home ice

April 18, 2017

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NHL Playoffs: Maple Leafs beat Capitals again in overtime

Senators blow 3-0 lead, win in OT

April 17, 2017

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NBA Playoffs: Irving, Love lead Cavs to victory

Spurs take 2-0 lead

April 17, 2017

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MLB Roundup: Yankees win eighth in a row

Brewers’ Thames homers in fifth consecutive game

April 17, 2017

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Once just a trick-shot star, Bryan rising fast on PGA Tour

Harbour Town winner has life-changing week in home state

April 17, 2017