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Serena, Sharapova downed in Madrid
The semifinals of the Madrid Open on Friday featured two upset losses, with both Serena Williams and Maria Sharapova falling.
Bill Simmons to leave ESPN
After months of rumors, it's official: Bill Simmons is leaving ESPN.
Pele in stable condition after prostate surgery
Pele, arguably the greatest footballer in history, had prostate surgery at the Albert Einstein Hospital, officials at the facility said Thursday.
The three-time World Cup winner is in stable condition, hospital officials said in a statement.
Doctors pe...
A-Rod passes Mays with homer No. 661
Alex Rodriguez hit his 661st career home run Thursday, and the New York Yankees designated hitter moved past Hall of Famer Willie Mays for fourth place on the all-time list.
Grandal drives in 8, homers twice as Dodgers rout Brewers
Yasmani Grandal drove in eight runs, hitting two homers and reaching base six times Thursday to power the Los Angeles Dodgers past the Milwaukee Brewers 14-4.
Cleveland Cavs sorry for 'insensitive video'
The Cleveland Cavaliers easily won their playoff game Wednesday night, but they likely didn't gain any new fans after showing an insensitive video that many think mocks domestic violence.
DNA test can determine which sport your kid should play
Have you ever wondered what's in your genes? Now a genetic test might uncover whether your kid should aim to be a Venus Williams or a Laila Ali.
DE Hardy appeal set for May 28
Dallas Cowboys defensive end Greg Hardy's appeal of a 10-game suspension will be heard May 28 by Harold Henderson.
Bulls SG Butler NBA's Most Improved
Chicago Bulls All-Star shooting guard Jimmy Butler was named the NBA's Most Improved Player on Thursday.
Tigers RHP Verlander receives good news on injured triceps
The Tigers received a bit of good news on Wednesday when an MRI revealed that the inflammation around Justin Verlander's right triceps has subsided and he was cleared to begin a throwing program.
Spanish soccer matches called off?
With the goal race between Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo hotting up, attention now turns to when their next La Liga goals are going to come.
Teams hoping to court LSU's Collins
The Buffalo Bills, New York Giants, Dallas Cowboys and Miami Dolphins are among the teams hoping to court former LSU offensive tackle La'el Collins.
White Sox RHP Samardzija drops appeal
After dropping the appeal of his five-game suspension stemming from the brawl with the Kansas City Royals two weeks ago, Jeff Samardzija will be lighter in the wallet but could be richer in the experience of what it feels like to have a day job and your nights free.
CFB notebook: Buckeyes' Meyer undergoes appendectomy
Ohio State coach Urban Meyer had unexpected surgery on Wednesday to remove his appendix.
Harden, Howard come through for Rockets
With center Dwight Howard carrying them early and guard James Harden emerging in the fourth quarter, the Rockets rallied past the Clippers for a 115-109 win Wednesday night to square the Western Conference semifinal series at a game apiece.
Tom Brady's agent blasts 'Deflategate' report
Flawed. Biased. Terribly disappointing.
Defeated Manny Pacquiao has shoulder surgery
Manny Pacquiao is expected to make a full recovery after undergoing surgery on his right shoulder, the Filipino's publicist confirmed Tuesday.
Pacquiao had the operation in San Francisco following his defeat to Floyd Mayweather in the megabucks "Fight...
MLB roundup: Nats' Harper hits three homers
Bryce Harper hit home runs in his first three at-bats and ended up with five RBIs as the Washington Nationals beat the Miami Marlins 7-5 Wednesday afternoon to win their third series in a row.
Lightning's 2-1 win pushes Montreal to brink
Center Tyler Johnson scored the game-winner as the Tampa Bay Lightning beat the Montreal Canadiens 2-1 at Amalie Arena for a 3-0 lead in the Eastern Conference semifinal series.
Wish comes true for 9-year-old Brewers fan
The Milwaukee Brewers were winners Wednesday night before the game even started in the eyes of a girl from Menomonee Falls.