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2 weeks, 4 days ago

Texas, Arizona State to meet in CFP clash of old vs. new Big 12 champs

AUSTIN, Texas — Texas won the Big 12 title in 2023 on its way out the door to the Southeastern Conference. You’re not used to some of these environments,” Sun Devils coach Kenny Dillingham said Monday. “The guys we’ve gotten from Texas and coach program have been unbelievable,” Dillingham said. “That’s a team who kicked me out and said I’d …

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2 months, 2 weeks ago

USWNT Comes From Behind for 3-1 Win Over Iceland

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The United States defeated Iceland 3-1 in a thrilling match on Sunday. Lynn Williams and Lindsey Horan scored minutes apart in the second half, with Williams breaking through to tie the game before Horan's goal in stoppage time. The match was the first for the United States since their gold medal win at the Paris Olympics this past summer.

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3 months, 3 weeks ago

Cubs stave off elimination, beat Nationals 3-1 behind Taillon and Swanson

Associated Press

CHICAGO — Jameson Taillon allowed two hits over six innings, Dansby Swanson hit his 16th home run and the Chicago Cubs beat the Washington Nationals 3-1 on Friday to stave off elimination from postseason contention. “We got a big swing from Dansby early in the game and props to Mike Tauchman, as well,” Chicago manager Craig Counsell said. “I’m just …

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3 months, 3 weeks ago

Imanaga strikes out 11 and Swanson homers with 4 RBIs to lead Cubs over A’s 9-2

Associated Press

CHICAGO — Shota Imanaga struck out a career-high 11 in winning his fifth straight start, Dansby Swanson hit a three-run homer while tying his season high with four RBIs and Chicago Cubs defeated the Oakland Athletics 9-2 on Monday night. “He’s a rookie and he’s really talented and good,” Chicago manager Craig Counsell said. “I hope there’s other things he’s …

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4 months ago

Imanaga, 2 relievers combine for no-hitter, lead Cubs over Pirates 12-0

Associated Press

CHICAGO — Shota Imanaga wasn’t disappointed when he was removed after seven hitless innings and 95 pitches. “He actually didn’t know he had a no-hitter going at all, which is funny,” Chicago Cubs manager Counsell said. Nate Pearson and Porter Hodge each followed with a perfect inning to finish a 12-0 victory over the Pittsburgh Pirates on Wednesday night, the …

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5 months ago

Paris Olympics Day 15: US wins gold in men’s basketball and women’s soccer, adds 3 golds in track

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PARIS — The U.S. collected gold in men’s basketball and women’s soccer and earned three more golds in a huge night at the track Saturday at the Paris Olympics. They appreciate this atmosphere and they were fantastic.” Kevin Durant, who became the first four-time men’s gold medalist in Olympic basketball history, added 15 points and LeBron James had 14. Earlier …

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5 months, 1 week ago

Trinity Rodman’s ‘bit of magic’ sends US into Olympic soccer semifinals with 1-0 win over Japan

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PARIS — Mallory Swanson says Trinity Rodman gave the United States a bit of magic when the team needed it most. Rodman scored in extra time and the United States advanced to the women’s soccer semifinals at the Paris Olympics with a 1-0 victory over Japan on Saturday. Former U.S. women’s national team stars Megan Rapinoe and Mia Hamm, as …

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5 months, 1 week ago

US women beat Germany 4-1 at Olympics and Canada tops France 2-1 amid drone-spying scandal

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MARSEILLE, France — Coach Emma Hayes tempered expectations as the United States cruised to a 4-1 win over Germany on Sunday night for a spot in the quarterfinals at the Paris Olympics. Michelle Heyman’s goal in the 90th minute at Stade de Nice settled a thrilling match that Zambia led 5-2 early in the second half, with Barbra Banda scoring …

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5 months, 1 week ago

US women beat Germany 4-1 at Olympics and Canada tops France 2-1 amid drone-spying scandal

Associated Press

MARSEILLE, France — Coach Emma Hayes tempered expectations as the United States cruised to a 4-1 win over Germany on Sunday night for a spot in the quarterfinals at the Paris Olympics. Michelle Heyman’s goal in the 90th minute at Stade de Nice settled a thrilling match that Zambia led 5-2 early in the second half, with Barbra Banda scoring …

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5 months, 2 weeks ago

Swanson hopes opening win at Olympics is just the start as US prepares to face Germany

Associated Press

MARSEILLE, France — After all that Mallory Swanson went through last year, she’s grateful to be in France for the Olympics. Swanson was the team’s leading scorer with seven goals in six games to start last year when she injured her knee in a friendly match against Ireland in the run-up to the Women’s World Cup. “To be a part …

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7 months ago

Teenager Lily Yohannes scores to help the US down South Korea 3-0 as the Olympics loom

Associated Press

ST. PAUL, Minn. — Sixteen-year-old Lily Yohannes scored in her national team debut and the United States defeated South Korea 3-0 in an exhibition on Tuesday night. “It’s a dream come true, really,” said Yohannes, who came in as a second-half substitute. Hayes made sweeping changes to the starting lineup for Tuesday’s match played in steady rain at St. Paul’s …

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7 months, 2 weeks ago

Cubs activate Dansby Swanson from the injured list, recall Luis Vázquez from Triple-A Iowa

Associated Press

CHICAGO — Dansby Swanson tried to be helpful while he was on the 10-day injured list. The medical staff’s done a great job over the last couple weeks,” Swanson said, “just helping me, how to rest, what to do to get back healthy and put myself in the best possible to be successful to help us win some games.” The …

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8 months ago

Javier Assad pitches 6 innings as Cubs blank Brewers 5-0

Associated Press

CHICAGO — Javier Assad pitched six sparkling innings, and the Chicago Cubs beat Freddy Peralta and the Milwaukee Brewers 5-0 on Sunday in the rubber game of their weekend set. “He’s just got weapons that just don’t let the hitter get comfortable ever,” Cubs manager Craig Counsell said. “We ran into three guys that pitched very, very well,” Milwaukee manager …

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8 months, 2 weeks ago

Dansby Swanson homers as the short-handed Cubs beat the struggling Astros 4-3

Associated Press

CHICAGO — Dansby Swanson hit a three-run homer during Chicago’s four-run first inning and the short-handed Cubs beat the Houston Astros 4-3 on Wednesday night. Playing without Cody Bellinger, Chicago used Swanson’s big swing and a solid start by Jameson Taillon to earn its second straight win. “Before that back injury, I just really liked where we were at,” Taillon …

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9 months ago

Lindsey Horan’s penalty kick gives US a 2-1 win over Japan in SheBelieves Cup

Associated Press

ATLANTA — Lindsey Horan converted a penalty kick in the 77th minute and the United States came from behind to defeat Japan 2-1 to open the SheBelieves Cup before a record crowd on Saturday. Jaedyn Shaw also scored for the United States in the match played before 50,644 fans at Mercedes-Benz Stadium, a record for a friendly match for the …

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9 months, 3 weeks ago

Brother of Michigan Rep. Dan Kildee killed by family member, sheriff says

Associated Press

VIENNA TOWNSHIP, Mich. — The brother of a Michigan congressman was shot and killed early Tuesday by a family member after a confrontation at the victim’s home, authorities said. Tim Kildee was shot in Vienna Township, north of Flint, after getting into a “yelling match” with his 27-year-old son, Genesee County Sheriff Chris Swanson said. “There are no words to …

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10 months ago

Nebraska women advance past Purdue 64-56 in Big Ten Tournament despite 7 3s from freshman Swanson

Associated Press

MINNEAPOLIS — Jaz Shelley had 19 points, seven assists and seven rebounds to lead fifth-seeded Nebraska to a 64-56 win over 12th-seeded Purdue in the second round of the Big Ten Tournament on Thursday. Alexis Markowski added 12 points, seven rebounds and six assists in Nebraska’s third win over Purdue this season. Swanson hit a 3-pointer to open the fourth …

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11 months, 4 weeks ago

Cody Bellinger casts shadow over Cubs convention as he mulls his options as a free agent

Associated Press

CHICAGO — Cody Bellinger was nowhere to be seen, though his presence was hard to miss. The free agent slugger cast a shadow over Chicago’s annual fan convention as he mulls his options in free agency following a resurgent season with the Cubs. “He’s a tremendous baseball player, and he’s going through the process, which is what he’s played this …

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1 year, 7 months ago

Ted Kaczynski, known as the 'Unabomber,' has died in prison at age 81

NPR

Ted Kaczynski, known as the 'Unabomber,' has died in prison at age 81 Enlarge this image toggle caption Elaine Thompson/AP Elaine Thompson/AP WASHINGTON — Theodore "Ted" Kaczynski, the Harvard-educated mathematician who retreated to a dingy shack in the Montana wilderness and ran a 17-year bombing campaign that killed three people and injured 23 others, died Saturday. Branded the "Unabomber" by …

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1 year, 8 months ago

US regroups for Women’s World Cup with Swanson sidelined

Associated Press

ST. LOUIS — With forward Mallory Swanson sidelined by a serious knee injury for the foreseeable future, the United States is facing some uncertainty as it prepares for the Women’s World Cup. Mal’s absence is a huge hole to fill, but we have amazing players on this team and we’re going to figure out a way to do it.” Swanson …

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1 year, 9 months ago

Swanson has torn tendon in her left knee, may miss World Cup

Associated Press

AUSTIN, Texas — Forward Mallory Swanson has a torn patella tendon in her left knee, leaving her chances of playing for the United States in this summer’s Women’s World Cup in doubt. Swanson was injured in the first half of the U.S. team’s 2-0 exhibition victory Saturday over Ireland. She has returned for evaluation to Chicago, where she plays for …

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1 year, 9 months ago

Swanson’s injury a concern as US downs Ireland 2-0

Associated Press

AUSTIN, Texas — Emily Fox and Lindsey Horan both scored for the United States in a 2-0 victory Saturday over Ireland that was marred by what appeared to be a serious left knee injury to Mallory Swanson. She was the team’s leading scorer this year with seven goals as the United States prepares for the Women’s World Cup this summer. …

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1 year, 9 months ago

Swanson injures left knee in US match against Ireland

Associated Press

AUSTIN, Texas — Forward Mallory Swanson was carted off the field during the first half of the United States’ exhibition match Saturday against Ireland with an apparent left knee injury, a blow to the national team ahead of this summer’s Women’s World Cup. Swanson was the team’s leading scorer this year with seven total goals and a six-game scoring streak, …

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1 year, 9 months ago

Swanson, Stroman help Cubs beat Brewers 4-0 on opening day

Associated Press

CHICAGO — Right after it was over, Dansby Swanson soaked in one more moment in a very special debut with the Chicago Cubs. “Hearing ‘Go Cubs Go’ is a lot better when you’re on the team,” the All-Star shortstop said. Swanson had three hits and Marcus Stroman worked six scoreless innings, breezing past baseball’s first pitch-clock violation on his way …

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Texas, Arizona State to meet in CFP clash of old vs. new Big 12 champs

USWNT Comes From Behind for 3-1 Win Over Iceland

Cubs stave off elimination, beat Nationals 3-1 behind Taillon and Swanson

Imanaga strikes out 11 and Swanson homers with 4 RBIs to lead Cubs over A’s 9-2

Imanaga, 2 relievers combine for no-hitter, lead Cubs over Pirates 12-0

Paris Olympics Day 15: US wins gold in men’s basketball and women’s soccer, adds 3 golds in track

Trinity Rodman’s ‘bit of magic’ sends US into Olympic soccer semifinals with 1-0 win over Japan

US women beat Germany 4-1 at Olympics and Canada tops France 2-1 amid drone-spying scandal

US women beat Germany 4-1 at Olympics and Canada tops France 2-1 amid drone-spying scandal

Swanson hopes opening win at Olympics is just the start as US prepares to face Germany

Teenager Lily Yohannes scores to help the US down South Korea 3-0 as the Olympics loom

Cubs activate Dansby Swanson from the injured list, recall Luis Vázquez from Triple-A Iowa

Javier Assad pitches 6 innings as Cubs blank Brewers 5-0

Dansby Swanson homers as the short-handed Cubs beat the struggling Astros 4-3

Lindsey Horan’s penalty kick gives US a 2-1 win over Japan in SheBelieves Cup

Brother of Michigan Rep. Dan Kildee killed by family member, sheriff says

Nebraska women advance past Purdue 64-56 in Big Ten Tournament despite 7 3s from freshman Swanson

Cody Bellinger casts shadow over Cubs convention as he mulls his options as a free agent

Ted Kaczynski, known as the 'Unabomber,' has died in prison at age 81

US regroups for Women’s World Cup with Swanson sidelined

Swanson has torn tendon in her left knee, may miss World Cup

Swanson’s injury a concern as US downs Ireland 2-0

Swanson injures left knee in US match against Ireland

Swanson, Stroman help Cubs beat Brewers 4-0 on opening day