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Inter Milan's Lautaro Martinez celebrates after scoring during the Champions League round of 16 first leg soccer match between Feyenoord and Inter Milan in Rotterdam, Netherlands, Wednesday, March 5, 2025. (AP Photo/Peter Dejong)

Inter Milan moves closer to Champions League quarterfinals with a 2-0 win at Feyenoord

Inter Milan has taken a big step toward the Champions League quarterfinals with a 2-0 win at Feyenoord. The 2023 finalist has a big advantage after the first leg thanks to goals from Marcus Thuram … more

By JAMES ROBSON | 3/5/25

FILE- San Jose Sharks center Macklin Celebrini celebrates after scoring a goal against the Nashville Predators during the first period of an NHL hockey game, Tuesday, Jan. 21, 2025, in Nashville, Tenn. (AP Photo/Mark Humphrey, File)

Rookie No. 1 pick Macklin Celebrini stays upbeat in finding positives amidst Sharks' losing season

Rookie center Macklin Celebrini has been steadfast in staying upbeat amidst a losing season in which the young, rebuilding San Jose Sharks are in jeopardy of finishing last in the NHL standings for a … more

By JOHN WAWROW | 3/5/25

FILE - Las Vegas Raiders defensive end Maxx Crosby (98) warms up before an NFL football game against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, Sunday, Dec. 8, 2024, in Tampa, Fla. (AP Photo/Phelan M. Ebenhack, File)

Raiders extend pass rusher Maxx Crosby's contract

The Las Vegas Raiders extended the contract of star defensive end Maxx Crosby, the club said Wednesday. The terms weren’t immediately announced. Crosby has been one of the NFL’s elite pass … more

By MARK ANDERSON | 3/5/25

Minnesota Frost's Kendall Coyne Schofield (26) looks on prior to a face-off against the Ottawa Charge during third period PWHL hockey action in Ottawa, on Thursday, Feb. 13, 2025. (Chris Tanouye/The Canadian Press via AP)

Knight, Coyne Schofield lead mix of experience, youth on US women world hockey championship roster

The United States is bringing a mix of familiar faces and youth to the women’s world hockey championship tournament in the Czech Republic next month. Defenseman Lee Stecklein, a three-time Olympian … more

By JOHN WAWROW | 3/5/25

San Jose Sharks goaltender Vitek Vanecek (41) dives as he is scored on by Ottawa Senators' Tim Stutzle, bottom right, after getting caught out of his crease, during the third period of an NHL hockey game in Ottawa, Ontario, on Saturday, March 1, 2025. (Justin Tang/The Canadian Press via AP)

Panthers stay active at NHL trade deadline by getting goalie Vitek Vanecek from the Sharks

The Florida Panthers continue to be active in the leadup to the NHL trade deadline. The defending Stanley Cup champions acquired goaltender Vitek Vanecek from the last-place San Jose Sharks for … more

By STEPHEN WHYNO | 3/5/25

FILE - Kansas City Chiefs guard Joe Thuney (62) gets set on the line before the play during the AFC Championship NFL football game against the Buffalo Bills Sunday, Jan. 26, 2025, in Kansas City, Mo. (AP Photo/Peter Aiken, File)

Chiefs trading All-Pro offensive guard Joe Thuney to Bears for 2026 4th-round pick, AP source says

The Kansas City Chiefs are trading two-time All-Pro guard Joe Thuney to the Chicago Bears for a fourth-round pick in the 2026 draft. That's according to a person familiar with the deal who spoke to … more

By DAVE SKRETTA | 3/5/25

FILE - Artistic director Thomas Jolly, poses during an interview with the Associated Press, Thursday, Sept. 5, 2024, in Paris, France. (AP Photo/Tom Nouvian, File)

7 stand trial over cyber death threats against Paris Olympics artistic director

Seven people are summoned to appear in court in Paris on Wednesday in connection with cyberbullying targeting the artistic director of last summer’s Paris Olympics’ opening and closing … more

3/5/25

FILE - Team USA from left to right Brody Malone, Asher Hong, Fred Richard, Paul Juda and Stephen Nedoroscik celebrate their bronze medal during the men's artistic gymnastics team finals round at Bercy Arena at the 2024 Summer Olympics, July 29, 2024, in Paris, France. (AP Photo/Abbie Parr, File)

A record $100 million donation will give next gen of US Olympians $100K to spend after they retire

The U.S. Olympic team received its biggest donation ever — $100 million — to fund $100,000 payments and matching life insurance benefits for anyone who earns a spot on Team USA beginning next … more

By EDDIE PELLS | 3/5/25

FILE - New York Mets owner Steve Cohen talks to the media during spring training baseball practice, Monday, Feb. 17, 2025, in Port St. Lucie, Fla. (AP Photo/Jeff Roberson, File)

The Mets have spent more in Steve Cohen's 4 years than Marlins, Pirates and Rays over the past 21

The New York Mets led the major leagues in spending for the third straight season in 2024 and have totaled $1.36 billion in payroll and luxury tax over four years under owner Steve Cohen, exceeding … more

By RONALD BLUM | 3/5/25

FILE - Emma Raducanu of Britain reacts during her third round match against Iga Swiatek of Poland at the Australian Open tennis championship in Melbourne, Australia, Saturday, Jan. 18, 2025. (AP Photo/Asanka Brendon Ratnayake, File)

Emma Raducanu says she struggled to breathe after seeing 'fixated' man in the crowd

Emma Raducanu says she “couldn’t see the ball through tears” and struggled to breathe after spotting a man who was “fixated” on her during a match. The British tennis player and 2021 U.S. … more

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Texas A&M guard Zhuric Phelps (1) reacts after being fouled on a shot late in the second half of an NCAA college basketball game against Auburn on Tuesday, March 4, 2025, in College Station, Texas. (AP Photo/Sam Craft)

Top-ranked Auburn 'physically dominated' in loss to No. 22 Texas A&M

To Auburn coach Bruce Pearl the reason his top-ranked team fell to No. 22 Texas A&M Tuesday night was clear. “They just physically dominated us,” he said.The Aggies never trailed in the 83-72 … more

By KRISTIE RIEKEN | 3/5/25

Los Angeles Dodgers pitcher Roki Sasaki (11) throws during the fifth inning of a spring training baseball game against the Cincinnati Reds, Tuesday, March. 4, 2025, in Phoenix. (AP Photo/Darryl Webb)

Roki Sasaki pitches 3 scoreless innings in his spring debut with the Dodgers

Roki Sasaki has pitched three scoreless innings for the Los Angeles Dodgers in his spring training debut against the Cincinnati Reds. Sasaki allowed two hits, struck out five and walked one. The … more

3/4/25

FILE - The referee talks to Devin Haney, left, and Ryan Garcia during the fourth round of a super lightweight boxing match Sunday, April 21, 2024, in New York. (AP Photo/Frank Franklin II, File)

Times Square boxing event in May promises to be big, with 3 fights and talk of half a million fans

Big boxing in New York for long meant Madison Square Garden, in recent years Barclays Center as well. Fight night in Times Square promises to be a whole different scene. Hall of Fame fighter Oscar De … more

By BRIAN MAHONEY | 3/4/25

FILE - Philadelphia Eagles running back Saquon Barkley (26) reacts before the NFL Super Bowl 59 football game against the Kansas City Chiefs Sunday, Feb. 9, 2025, in New Orleans. (AP Photo/Doug Benc, File)

Eagles make Barkley highest-paid running back with 2-year, $41.2M deal, AP source says

Saquon Barkley will become the highest-paid running back in NFL history after his record-setting season helped the Philadelphia Eagles win the Super Bowl. The Eagles are giving Barkley a two-year … more

By ROB MAADDI | 3/4/25

FILE - Minnesota Vikings quarterback Sam Darnold (14) calls a play in a huddle during the second half of an NFL football game against the Detroit Lions, Sunday, Jan. 5, 2025, in Detroit. (AP Photo/Rey Del Rio, File)

Darnold pointed toward free agency after Vikings pass on franchise tag with McCarthy waiting

The Minnesota Vikings will likely let their starting quarterback set the NFL free agent market for the second straight offseason. The Vikings have passed on the opportunity to place the franchise tag … more

By DAVE CAMPBELL | 3/4/25

Washington Capitals left wing Alex Ovechkin, left, shoots the puck during the first period of an NHL hockey game against the Ottawa Senators, Monday, March 3, 2025, in Washington. (AP Photo/Nick Wass)

Variety is the spice that has Alex Ovechkin fast approaching Wayne Gretzky's NHL career goals record

Alex Ovechkin is already the career leader in power-play goals in the NHL. He also has the most empty-netters. Soon, the longtime Washington Capitals captain will break Wayne Gretzky’s record for … more

By STEPHEN WHYNO | 3/4/25

FILE- New York Jets wide receiver Davante Adams (17) reacts during an NFL football game against the Miami Dolphins Sunday, Jan. 5, 2025, in East Rutherford, N.J. (AP Photo/Adam Hunger, file)

Jets releasing wide receiver Davante Adams as new regime continues roster overhaul, AP source says

A person with knowledge of the decision tells The Associated Press the New York Jets are releasing wide receiver Davante Adams ahead of the start of the NFL’s new league year next week. The move … more

By DENNIS WASZAK Jr. | 3/4/25

Boston Bruins center Trent Frederic (11) is congratulated after his goal against the Minnesota Wild during the second period of an NHL hockey game, Tuesday, Feb. 4, 2025, in Boston. (AP Photo/Charles Krupa)

Bruins trade big forward Trent Frederic to the Oilers in a 3-team deal with the Devils

The defending Western Conference champion Edmonton Oilers made their first big move ahead of the NHL trade deadline by acquiring hard-nosed forward Trent Frederic from the Boston Bruins. Edmonton … more

By STEPHEN WHYNO | 3/4/25

FILE - Iowa State center Audi Crooks shoots during the first half of an NCAA college basketball game against Iowa, Wednesday, Dec. 11, 2024, in Iowa City, Iowa. (AP Photo/Charlie Neibergall, File)

Iowa State's Audi Crooks is AP women's basketball player of the week

Audi Crooks is The Associated Press women's college basketball player of the week. Iowa State's sophomore center averaged 32.5 points and 9.0 rebounds in wins over Central Florida and No. 14 Kansas … more

By The Associated Press | 3/4/25

Dallas Cowboys defensive tackle Osa Odighizuwa walks along the sideline during an NFL football game against the Cincinnati Bengals in Arlington, Texas, Monday, Dec. 9, 2024. (AP Photo/Tony Gutierrez)

Cowboys and defensive tackle Osa Odighizuwa agree on $80M, 4-year contract, agent says

Defensive tackle Osa Odighizuwa's agent says the Dallas Cowboys and his client have agreed on an $80 million, four-year contract with $58 million guaranteed. The agreement came a few hours before the … more

By SCHUYLER DIXON | 3/4/25