Russian Olympic officials on Thursday praised the International Olympic Committee’s decision to allow Russian athletes to compete in next year’s Summer Olympics in Paris. The IOC Board of Governors agreed to allow individual athletes from Russia and Belarus to compete in Olympic events if they do not “actively support” Russia’s war in Ukraine. Athletes must … Read more
PHOENIX – Luka Doncic walked out of the Mavericks’ victory over the Phoenix Suns on Thursday night after suffering a sprained left ankle. He did not return to play or to the Dallas bench. Coach Jason Kidd said Doncic was “in a good mood” after the win, but did not provide details on the 23-year-old’s … Read more
FILE – Indianapolis Colts head coach Frank Reich walks onto the field for an NFL football game against the New York Jets, Thursday, November 4, 2021, in Indianapolis. The Carolina Panthers announced Thursday, January 26, 2023 that they have reached an agreement with Frank Reich to become their new head coach. (AP Photo/Zach Bolinger, File) … Read more
Comment on this story Remark Jessie Lemonier, a linebacker and defensive end who played for the Detroit Lions and Los Angeles Chargers, has passed away at age 25, the teams announced Thursday. The Lions said in a statement they were “shocked and saddened” to learn of his passing. A cause of death is not yet … Read more
Dallas Cowboys defensive coordinator Dan Quinn gets a second chance to make a first impression with the Indianapolis Colts. Per Pro Football Talk: The Colts have scheduled a second interview with Cowboys defensive coordinator Dan Quinn for Saturday, reports Albert Breer of SI.com. Quinn had a second interview with the Cardinals on Wednesday and has … Read more
Joe Judge’s tenure as head coach of the New York Giants ended badly, and that seemed to carry over into his return to New England. The Patriots offensive assistant and quarterbacks coach worked with Matt Patricia and Bill Belichick to mentor Mac Jones and company. But the 2022 season was a disaster on that front, … Read more
The Orioles have acquired a left-handed pitcher Cole Irvin in a trade with the Athletics, according to announcements from both clubs. Right-handed pitching prospect Kyle Virbitsky will also go to Baltimore while infield prospect Darell Hernaiz goes to the A’s. On the one hand, this move comes as a surprise, since there was no prior … Read more
CHARLOTTE, NC – Frank Reich, the starting quarterback for the first game in Carolina Panthers history in 1995, is now the team’s sixth head coach. Owner David Tepper chose Reich, 61, after an extensive search that included nine candidates, including interim head coach Steve Wilks and former New Orleans Saints head coach Sean Payton. It … Read more
Skip Peete is one of two assistant coaches the Dallas Cowboys fired this week. AP FRISCO The Dallas Cowboys are making personnel changes after ending the season against the San Francisco 49ers in the NFC Divisional Playoffs. Coach Mike McCarthy, whose job has been secured by owner Jerry Jones, has decided to part ways with … Read more
The Astros have hired Braves vice president of scouting Dana Brown as their new general manager, the team announced Thursday. He replaces James Click, who held the position from 2020-22 but left after the season. “We are thrilled to have Dana join our organization,” Astros owner Jim Crane said in today’s press release. “He brings … Read more
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