AP Sports WriterAvalanche hope to turn playoff appearance into another runBy PAT GRAHAMDENVER (AP) Heading into last season, the theme was a ''something-to-prove''...

Indianapolis waives Swoope, activates practice squad playerINDIANAPOLIS (AP) The Indianapolis Colts have waived veteran tight end Erik Swoope and activated defensive tackle Jihad...

Celtics' Jabari Bird charged with attacking his girlfriendBOSTON (AP) Boston Celtics guard Jabari Bird choked his girlfriend multiple times, kicked her and prevented...

Carolina picks Williams as captain; Rask has finger surgeryRALEIGH, N.C. (AP) The Carolina Hurricanes picked forward Justin Williams as their captain and said...

AP Pro Football WriterGaroppolo faces old friend Patricia when 49ers host LionsBy JOSH DUBOWSANTA CLARA, Calif. (AP) Matt Patricia got an early taste...

Celtics' Jabari Bird taking a break after violence chargesBOSTON (AP) Boston Celtics guard Jabari Bird said he's taking a break from the team...

Beards, moustaches now OK for Maple LeafsTORONTO (AP) The Toronto Maple Leafs will be allowed to show up for work a little scruffier...

AP Sports WriterPassing judgment: Mayfield 'humbled' by praise from BreesBy TOM WITHERSBEREA, Ohio (AP) Baker Mayfield has assorted shiny trophies, plaques and awards...

Milwaukee officer involved in NBA player's arrest firedMILWAUKEE (AP) A Milwaukee police officer involved in the stun gun arrest of Bucks' player Sterling...

AP Sports WriterPredators: Support Watson while fighting domestic violenceBy TERESA M. WALKERNASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) The Nashville Predators started training camp explaining why they're...