Red Sox’s Smith excited to be MLB’s 1st Black female coach
AP Sports WriterRed Sox's Smith excited to be MLB's 1st Black female coachBy KYLE HIGHTOWERBOSTON (AP) Bianca Smith has always wanted to work in baseball. And for years she followed a path she hoped might set her up...
Auburn’s Harsin hires Mike Bobo as offensive coordinator
Auburn's Harsin hires Mike Bobo as offensive coordinatorAUBURN, Ala. (AP) Auburn's Bryan Harsin has hired former Colorado State head coach Mike Bobo as offensive coordinator.The new Tigers coach, who was at Boise State, announced the hire of...
Mega deal: Indians trade star Lindor, Carrasco to Mets
AP Sports WriterMega deal: Indians trade star Lindor, Carrasco to MetsBy TOM WITHERSCLEVELAND (AP) Francisco Lindor is moving to a new city and team that is willing to meet his salary demands.The four-time Cleveland All-Star shortstop - one...
Alabama linebacker Dylan Moses anchors young Tide defense
AP Sports WriterAlabama linebacker Dylan Moses anchors young Tide defenseBy JOHN ZENORAlabama middle linebacker Dylan Moses has had to overcome personal struggles off the field and now all his perseverance is paying off.He has had to deal with lingering...
Sugano fails to sign with major league team by deadline
Sugano fails to sign with major league team by deadlineNEW YORK (AP) Japanese star pitcher Tomoyuki Sugano failed to agree to a contract with a major league team by Thursday's 5 p.m. EST deadline.A right-hander who turned 31...
Saban confirms discussions about postponing title game
AP Sports WriterSaban confirms discussions about postponing title gameBy JOHN ZENORAlabama coach Nick Saban acknowledged there were discussions about possibly moving the national championship game back because of COVID-19 issues.The Associated Press and others have reported that Ohio State...
Saban confirms discussions about postponing title game
AP Sports WriterSaban confirms discussions about postponing title gameBy JOHN ZENORAlabama coach Nick Saban acknowledged there were discussions about possibly moving the national championship game back because of COVID-19 issues.The Associated Press and others have reported that Ohio State...
Mega deal: Indians trade star Lindor, Carrasco to Mets
AP Sports WriterMega deal: Indians trade star Lindor, Carrasco to MetsBy TOM WITHERSCLEVELAND (AP) The Indians drafted and developed Francisco Lindor, who blossomed into an All-Star shortstop and one of baseball's best all-around players.Cleveland chased a World Series...
Top cornerbacks will play crucial role in championship game
AP Sports WriterTop cornerbacks will play crucial role in championship gameBy MITCH STACYCOLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) Two of the best cornerbacks in the nation, Shaun Wade of Ohio State and Patrick Surtain II of Alabama, are going to have...
Yankees get OF Greg Allen from Padres for lefty James Reeves
Yankees get OF Greg Allen from Padres for lefty James ReevesNEW YORK (AP) Switch-hitting outfielder Greg Allen was acquired by the New York Yankees from the San Diego Padres on Thursday for left-hander James Reeves.The 27-year-old Allen has...