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Survey: Athletes feel pressure of win-at-all-costs culture
A majority of U.S. athletes responding to an anti-doping survey said they feel pressure from higher-ups to win medals, and the spotlight shines only on those who pile up victories.…
Read MoreNFL helmet rule enforcement unclear for players, coaches
Visceral blowback to the NFL’s updated rule that players can’t lead with their helmets to make contact is straight out of tough-guy football 101. Hard-hitting defensive backs say the league…
Read MoreMinors team wins with no BBs or hits thanks to extras rule
TAMPA, Fla. (AP) — The minor leagues’ new extra innings rule led to a bizarre victory for the Clearwater Threshers on Monday night. The Philadelphia Phillies’ Class A affiliate had…
Read MoreSerena Williams shares postpartum struggles on social media
Serena Williams says she’s been struggling with postpartum emotions and wants other new moms to know they are “totally normal.” The 23-time Grand Slam champion suffered the most lopsided defeat…
Read MoreOutside firm will head Meyer probe; expected to take 2 weeks
COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) — Ohio State will rely on an outside law firm to investigate what coach Urban Meyer knew and did about domestic abuse accusations against a former assistant,…
Read MoreMcCarthy: Packers' LT Bakhtiari's injury not 'long term'
GREEN BAY, Wis. (AP) — Green Bay Packers left tackle David Bakhtiari has apparently avoided a serious injury. Bakhtiari was hurt during the Family Night practice on Saturday at Lambeau…
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Packers LT Bakhtiari carted off field at Lambeau Field Family Night
GREEN BAY, Wis. (AP) — Green Bay Packers left tackle David Bakhtiari was taken off the field on a cart Saturday, dampening the spirits at Family Night at Lambeau Field.…
Read MoreArenado’s 11th-inning homer does in Brewers
MILWAUKEE (AP) — The Colorado Rockies can finally relax on the flight home. Nolan Arenado hit a go-ahead homer with two outs in the 11th inning and the Colorado Rockies…
Read MoreBrewers claim RHP Lyles from Padres
MILWAUKEE (AP) — The Milwaukee Brewers announced they had claimed right-hander Jordan Lyles off waivers from the San Diego Padres on Sunday. The 27-year-old Lyles is 2-4 with a 4.29…
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