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  • An earthquake threatens the future of European soccer

    An earthquake threatens the future of European soccer LONDON (AP) — A group of 12 elite English, Spanish and Italian clubs dramatically split European soccer on Sunday by announcing the formation of a largely-closed Super League. They are leaving the existing UEFA-run Champions League structure despite warnings they could be kicked out of their domestic…

  • Major League Baseball average salaries down

    While the salaries of Major League Baseball players have increased dramatically since the AP started tracking them in 1989, they have now started declining slightly beginning in 2017. They are now down 6.4% since then. The Associated Press has the story: MLB salaries decreased since 2017, but the higher paid players are making millions NEW…

  • Dwyane Wade becomes NBA team co-owner

    Former NBA All-Star Dwyane Wade is acquiring ownership in the youngest ownership group in the NBA league. He has chosen to buy into the Utah Jazz, confirming that he will not be joining the Heat leadership group. The Associated Press has the story: 13-time NBA All-Star Dwyane Wade joins the Utah Jazz as co-owner SALT…

  • Red Sox-Twins game postponed due to police killing

    After Duante Wright was fatally shot by police Sunday in a Minneapolis suburb, the Red Sox and Twins decided to postpone their game on Monday. The death sparked violent protests, which could affect the game. The Associated Press has the story: Duante Wright police shooting prompts Minnesota Twins and Boston Red Sox to postpone their…

  • Judge approves deal on women’s soccer inequality

    Women’s soccer sued the USSF in 2019 over allegedly unequal pay compared to the men’s soccer team. So far, a federal district court judge has approved a settlement that would equalize conditions in some areas, including charter flights, hotel accommodations, venue selection and professional staff. The Associated Press has the story: Women’s soccer getting closer…

  • Former Fla. State football player arrested for murder

    Travis Rudolph, a former football player for Florida State, was arrested for shooting and killing one man and injuring another. The shootings took place after a scuffle with his girlfriend, when the men appeared to intervene on her behalf by intervening. The Associated Press has the story: Former Florida State football player Travis Rudolph arrested…

  • Viewership down for NCAA championship matchup

    Although two of the best men’s college basketball teams in the country were playing Monday, viewership was down. Baylor’s win over Gonzaga attracted almost 14% fewer viewers than the NCAA championship match in 2019. The Associated Press has the story: Disappointing number of viewers watch Baylor v. Gonzaga NEW YORK (AP) — Even an NCAA…

  • Possible picks for upcoming NHL trade

    On April 12, NHL teams will be trading players, including some top ones that could help teams take the Stanley Cup. They include Taylor Hall, Kyle Palmieri, Mikael Granlund, Mattias Ekholm and Jonathan Bernier. The Associated Press has the story: Intriguing options for April 12 trade of NHL players The NHL trade deadline is less than a…

  • US Soccer, New rules for the game

    US Soccer, New rules for the game AP- U.S. Soccer, Major League Soccer and the National Women’s Soccer League are joining a trial program that will allow teams two additional substitutes for suspected concussions in each match. The International Football Association Board, which sets the rules for the game, approved the trial for concussion substitutes…

  • Poll: College athletic directors not thrilled about NIL

    It’s controversial but probably going to take place. States are beginning to allow college athletes to market their own image, name or likeness. However, an AP poll found that nearly 73% of Division 1 athletic directors think it will decrease the number of competitive schools. The Associated Press has the story: Athletic directors think NIL…