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FILE - Toronto Blue Jays interim manager John Schneider looks on from the dugout during the first inning of a baseball game against the Tampa Bay Rays, Thursday, Sept. 22, 2022, in St. Petersburg, Fla. The Blue Jays rewarded Schneider for his strong performance as their interim manager, agreeing to terms with him Friday, Oct. 21, 2022, on a new contract. Schneider agreed to a three-year deal as manager with a team option for 2026, the Blue Jays said. (AP Photo/Chris O'Meara, File)

Blue Jays agree to 3-year deal with manager John Schneider

The Toronto Blue Jays have rewarded John Schneider for his strong performance as their interim manager. The Blue Jays agreed to terms Friday on a new contract for Schneider to manage the team. … more

10/21/22

Security remove a fan on the field in between the eighth and ninth innings in Game 2 of baseball's American League Championship Series between the Houston Astros and the New York Yankees, Thursday, Oct. 20, 2022, in Houston. (AP Photo/Kevin M. Cox)

Altuve engages with fan who rushed field for selfie in ALCS

Astros star Jose Altuve was more than happy to oblige when a fan ran onto the field and asked the Houston second baseman to take a selfie with him during Game 2 of the AL Championship Series against … more

By KRISTIE RIEKEN | 10/21/22

Los Angeles Lakers forward Anthony Davis, center, dunks as Los Angeles Clippers center Ivica Zubac, left, and guard Paul George defend during the first half of an NBA basketball game Thursday, Oct. 20, 2022, in Los Angeles. (AP Photo/Mark J. Terrill)

Kawhi scores 14 in return, Clippers hold off Lakers 103-97

Kawhi Leonard had 14 points and seven rebounds in his first game in 16 months, and the Los Angeles Clippers opened a season of sky-high expectations with a 103-97 victory over the Los Angeles Lakers. … more

By GREG BEACHAM | 10/21/22

New York Yankees manager Aaron Boone watches play from the dugout during the ninth inning in Game 2 of baseball's American League Championship Series between the Houston Astros and the New York Yankees, Thursday, Oct. 20, 2022, in Houston. (AP Photo/Kevin M. Cox)

Yankees turn to Gerrit Cole as HR-heavy offense falters

The Yankees’ season keeps coming down to Gerrit Cole. New York’s $324 million man will take the mound at Yankee Stadium on Saturday with New York trailing the Houston Astros 2-0 in the AL … more

10/21/22

Carolina Panthers running back Christian McCaffrey (22) stiff-arms Los Angeles Rams cornerback Derion Kendrick (6) during the first half of an NFL football game Sunday, Oct. 16, 2022, in Inglewood, Calif. (AP Photo/Ashley Landis)

AP source: 49ers acquire Christian McCaffrey from Panthers

A person familiar with the situation says the San Francisco 49ers have acquired star running back Christian McCaffrey from the Carolina Panthers. The person spoke to The Associated Press on Thursday … more

By JOSH DUBOW | 10/20/22

Arizona Cardinals cornerback Marco Wilson (20) celebrates his pick six touchdown interception with cornerback Antonio Hamilton and injured running back James Conner, right, during the first half of an NFL football game against the New Orleans Saints, Thursday, Oct. 20, 2022, in Glendale, Ariz. (AP Photo/Ross D. Franklin)

Cardinals use two pick-6s in first half to down Saints 42-34

Marco Wilson and Isaiah Simmons scored touchdowns on two pick-6s late in the first half and used that stunning change in momentum to lift the Arizona Cardinals over the New Orleans Saints 42-34. The … more

By DAVID BRANDT | 10/20/22

Milwaukee Bucks' Giannis Antetokounmpo, left, tries to get around Philadelphia 76ers' Joel Embiid, center, and James Harden during the first half of an NBA basketball game, Thursday, Oct. 20, 2022, in Philadelphia. (AP Photo/Matt Slocum)

Giannis scores 21, Matthews' 3 sends Bucks past 76ers 90-88

Wesley Matthews hit the go-ahead 3-pointer with 23.8 seconds left to lead the Milwaukee Bucks to a 90-88 win over the Philadelphia 76ers. Giannis Antetokounmpo had 21 points and 13 rebounds and Brook … more

By DAN GELSTON | 10/20/22

FILE - Southeastern Conference Commissioner Greg Sankey speaks during SEC Media Days, July 18, 2022, in Atlanta. The third in-person meeting of conference commissioners who manage the College Football Playoff since an August directive from their bosses to expand the postseason format ended without a resolution but not without optimism. “There's a will to try and that will is still there,” Sankey said Thursday, Oct. 20, 2022. (AP Photo/John Bazemore, File)

CFP expansion 'not finished,' still working toward 12 in '24

The third in-person meeting of conference commissioners who manage the College Football Playoff since August ended without a resolution on expansion, but not without optimism. The CFP management … more

By RALPH D. RUSSO | 10/20/22

Rory Mcllroy of Northern Ireland watches his drive off the 18th tee during the first round of the CJ Cup golf tournament Thursday, Oct. 20, 2022, in Ridgeland, S.C. (AP Photo/Stephen B. Morton)

McIlroy and Tom Kim put on a show at CJ Cup, both 1 off lead

Gary Woodland and Trey Mullinax share the lead at the CJ Cup with a 65. Rory McIlroy and Tom Kim got most of the attention. They were one shot behind at 66. McIlroy is the FedEx Cup champion who can … more

By DOUG FERGUSON | 10/20/22

FILE - New York Jets' Elijah Moore is shown before a preseason NFL football game, Friday, Aug. 12, 2022, in Philadelphia. New York Jets wide receiver Elijah Moore was excused from practice by the team to attend to a personal matter involving his family. Moore wasn’t seen during the early portion of practice Thursday , Oct. 20, 2022, that reporters can watch. Coach Robert Saleh briefly updated reporters on the sideline on the reason for Moore’s absence without providing further details. (AP Photo/Matt Rourke, File)

AP source: Jets' frustrated WR Elijah Moore requests trade

A person with knowledge of the situation told The Associated Press that New York Jets wide receiver Elijah Moore has requested to be traded. Moore recently expressed frustration with his suddenly … more

By DENNIS WASZAK Jr. | 10/20/22

San Diego Padres starting pitcher Joe Musgrove speaks during a news conference ahead of Game 3 of the baseball National League Championship Series against the Philadelphia Phillies, Thursday, Oct. 20, 2022, in Philadelphia. (AP Photo/Matt Rourke)

Padres turn to October ace Musgrove vs. Phillies in Game 3

The San Diego Padres and Philadelphia Phillies are tied 1-1 in the National League Championship Series. The series shifts to Philadelphia for Game 3 on Friday. The Phillies also will host Game 4 on … more

By DAN GELSTON | 10/20/22

Atlanta Falcons quarterback Marcus Mariota (1) runs against San Francisco 49ers cornerback Dontae Johnson (27) during the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Oct. 16, 2022, in Atlanta. (AP Photo/John Bazemore)

Marcus Mariota making the most of his 2nd chance in Atlanta

For Marcus Mariota, the loss of confidence was the biggest blow. He’d experienced so much success, from winning the Heisman Trophy to being the No. 2 pick in the NFL draft. Then, for one of the … more

By PAUL NEWBERRY | 10/20/22

Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Tom Brady (12) throws a pass during the first half of an NFL football game against the Pittsburgh Steelers in Pittsburgh, Sunday, Oct. 16, 2022. (AP Photo/Don Wright)

Brady apologizes for comparing playing football to military

Tom Brady has apologized for making a comparison between football and military deployment while interviewing NBA star Kevin Durant on the seven-time Super Bowl champion’s weekly podcast. The Tampa … more

By FRED GOODALL | 10/20/22

Manchester United's Cristiano Ronaldo warms up ahead of the English Premier League soccer match between Manchester United and Tottenham Hotspur at Old Trafford in Manchester, England, Wednesday, Oct. 19, 2022. (AP Photo/Dave Thompson)

Ronaldo left out of Man United squad for Chelsea match

Cristiano Ronaldo will be left out of Manchester United’s squad to face Chelsea on Saturday. The decision comes after the Portugal international walked out of United’s 2-0 win against Tottenham … more

By JAMES ROBSON | 10/20/22

FILE - Ilia Malinin competes in the men's short program during the U.S. Figure Skating Championships Saturday, Jan. 8, 2022, in Nashville, Tenn. All eyes will be on 17-year-old Ilia Malinin when he makes his senior Grand Prix debut at Skate America this weekend. (AP Photo/Mark Zaleski, File)

Malinin headlines Grand Prix opener at Skate America

All eyes will be on 17-year-old Ilia Malinin when he makes his senior Grand Prix debut at Skate America this weekend. The new face of American figure skating became the first person to land a … more

By DAVE SKRETTA | 10/20/22

Dallas Cowboys quarterback Dak Prescott (4) reacts to the fans during the NFL football game against the Philadelphia Eagles, Sunday, Oct. 16, 2022, in Philadelphia. Prescott gave himself an “A” but said he's looking for an “A-plus” after a throwing session prior to being inactive a fifth consecutive week in Dallas' NFC East showdown with Philadelphia. (AP Photo/Christopher Szagola)

Prescott's return on track as Cowboys prepare for Lions

Dallas Cowboys quarterback Dak Prescott appears ready to return from a fractured thumb on his throwing hand. Prescott has missed five games since getting injured in a season-opening loss to Tampa … more

By SCHUYLER DIXON | 10/20/22

F1 back to racing as questions mount over Red Bull spending

Max Verstappen has already won the Formula 1 season championship. His Red Bull team is streaking toward the constructor's title as well. The only real question at this week's U.S. Grand Prix in … more

By JIM VERTUNO | 10/20/22

UCLA head coach Chip Kelly talks with an official during the first half of an NCAA college football game against Utah in Pasadena, Calif., Saturday, Oct. 8, 2022. (AP Photo/Ashley Landis)

What To Watch: No. 9 faces No. 10 Oregon in Kelly's return

UCLA coach Chip Kelly is facing his former school this weekend. Never have the stakes been this high. No. 9 UCLA plays at No. 10 Oregon in a game that will likely narrow the Pac-12′s College … more

By JOHN MARSHALL | 10/20/22

Phoenix Suns guard Devin Booker (1) drives past Dallas Mavericks forward Reggie Bullock (25) during the first half of an NBA basketball game in Phoenix, Wednesday, Oct. 19, 2022. (AP Photo/Ross D. Franklin)

Suns rally from 22 points down to beat Mavericks 107-105

Devin Booker scored 28 points, Damion Lee made a go-ahead baseline jumper with 9.7 seconds left and the Phoenix Suns rallied from 22 points down in the third quarter to beat the Dallas Mavericks … more

By DAVID BRANDT | 10/20/22

New Orleans Pelicans' Zion Williamson, left, drives past Brooklyn Nets' Nic Claxton, top right, and Ben Simmons during the first half of an NBA basketball game Wednesday, Oct. 19, 2022 in New York. (AP Photo/Frank Franklin II)

Zion scores 25 points in return, Pelicans rout Nets 130-108

Zion Williamson returned from a one-year absence with 25 points and nine rebounds, powering the New Orleans Pelicans to a season-opening 130-108 rout of the Brooklyn Nets. The No. 1 pick in the 2019 … more

By BRIAN MAHONEY | 10/19/22