Justine Lindsay, believed to be 1st openly transgender NFL cheerleader, opens up about joining Panthers
Justine Lindsay will be joining the Panthers' cheerleading squad, which would seemingly make her the first openly transgender NFL cheerleader.
Justine Lindsay will be joining the Panthers' cheerleading squad, which would seemingly make her the first openly transgender NFL cheerleader.
Brittney Griner’s fate tangled up with other Americans held in Russia
Brittney Griner is not only one of the most dominant figures in her sport but also a prominent gay, Black woman. That has prompted questions about the role race and sexual identity are playing in a country where authorities have been hostile to the LGBTQ community, and about whether her case would get more attention if it involved a white male athlete.
Brittney Griner is not only one of the most dominant figures in her sport but also a prominent gay, Black woman. That has prompted questions about the role race and sexual identity are playing in a country where authorities have been hostile to the LGBTQ community, and about whether her case would get more attention if it involved a white male athlete.
Reliever Jacob Webb returns to Braves in deal with D-backs
Webb, 28, is returning to the Braves, where he pitched from 2019-21. Webb was expected to be available in the bullpen for Tuesday night’s game against the Oakland Athletics.
Webb, 28, is returning to the Braves, where he pitched from 2019-21. Webb was expected to be available in the bullpen for Tuesday night’s game against the Oakland Athletics.
Simone Biles, others seek $1B-plus from FBI over Nassar
Former Olympic gymnasts, including gold medalist Simone Biles, are among dozens of assault victims who are seeking more than $1 billion from the FBI for failing to stop sports doctor Larry Nassar, lawyers said Wednesday.
Former Olympic gymnasts, including gold medalist Simone Biles, are among dozens of assault victims who are seeking more than $1 billion from the FBI for failing to stop sports doctor Larry Nassar, lawyers said Wednesday.
Ashcraft shuts down D-backs, Reds power way to 14-8 win
Graham Ashcraft pitched six shutout innings to extend his impressive debut run, Joey Votto led an early homer barrage and the Cincinnati Reds beat the slumping Arizona Diamondbacks 14-8 Tuesday night.
Graham Ashcraft pitched six shutout innings to extend his impressive debut run, Joey Votto led an early homer barrage and the Cincinnati Reds beat the slumping Arizona Diamondbacks 14-8 Tuesday night.
Colorado Avalanche sweep Edmonton Oilers, advance to Stanley Cup Final
The Colorado Avalanche head back to the Stanley Cup Final for the first time since 2001. They will take on the winner of the Eastern Conference final between the New York Rangers and the defending Stanley Cup champion Tampa Bay Lightning.
The Colorado Avalanche head back to the Stanley Cup Final for the first time since 2001. They will take on the winner of the Eastern Conference final between the New York Rangers and the defending Stanley Cup champion Tampa Bay Lightning.
Arizona sports gamblers bet a record $692 million in March
Department of Gaming Director Ted Vogt attributed the growth to college basketball’s March Madness tournament and other major events.
Department of Gaming Director Ted Vogt attributed the growth to college basketball’s March Madness tournament and other major events.
Keuchel agrees to minor league deal with D-backs: AP source
Dallas Keuchel was recently released by the Chicago White Sox after having a 2-5 record with a 7.88 ERA through eight starts. He was in the final season of a $55 million, three-year deal.
Dallas Keuchel was recently released by the Chicago White Sox after having a 2-5 record with a 7.88 ERA through eight starts. He was in the final season of a $55 million, three-year deal.
Greene retires 20 straight in rain-shortened Reds' win over D-backs
Madison Bumgarner (2-5) threw 30 pitches in the first inning, but the Reds managed just one run and left the bases loaded. The veteran left-hander needed 108 pitches to get through five.
Madison Bumgarner (2-5) threw 30 pitches in the first inning, but the Reds managed just one run and left the bases loaded. The veteran left-hander needed 108 pitches to get through five.
Iditarod dog found safe 3 months after disappearing from race checkpoint
Leon, a sled dog, went missing while racing The Iditarod in Alaska in March. He was expected to see a veterinarian and eventually fly back to France.
Leon, a sled dog, went missing while racing The Iditarod in Alaska in March. He was expected to see a veterinarian and eventually fly back to France.
LeBron James pressures Biden administration to bring Brittney Griner home 'swiftly and safely'
Phoenix Mercury star Brittney Griner has been held in Russia since February, after Russian authorities said they found vape cartridges containing hashish oil in her luggage.
Phoenix Mercury star Brittney Griner has been held in Russia since February, after Russian authorities said they found vape cartridges containing hashish oil in her luggage.
Cardinals player dies in car crash, ex-Arizona football player accused of murder: top sports stories
An Arizona Cardinals player tragically died in a car accident, a former University of Arizona football player is accused of murder, and the Arizona Coyotes are one step closer to finding a new permanent home.
An Arizona Cardinals player tragically died in a car accident, a former University of Arizona football player is accused of murder, and the Arizona Coyotes are one step closer to finding a new permanent home.
Czech, Smith lead Texas past Arizona, into WCWS semifinals
Arizona (39-22) lost its first eight Pac-12 games and tied for last place in the league before getting hot during the regionals and super regionals.
Arizona (39-22) lost its first eight Pac-12 games and tied for last place in the league before getting hot during the regionals and super regionals.
Vigil tonight calling for release of Brittney Griner, WNBA star detained in Russia for more than 100 days
A vigil calling for Brittney Griner's release from Russian detainment is set for Monday at 6 p.m. outside Toyota Center in downtown Houston, where Griner is from.
A vigil calling for Brittney Griner's release from Russian detainment is set for Monday at 6 p.m. outside Toyota Center in downtown Houston, where Griner is from.
Warriors even Finals with a blowout win over the Celtics
Stephen Curry scored 29 points, Jordan Poole connected from just inside of midcourt to cap a huge third-quarter run and the Golden State Warriors beat the Boston Celtics 107-88 on Sunday night in Game 2 to even the NBA Finals.
Stephen Curry scored 29 points, Jordan Poole connected from just inside of midcourt to cap a huge third-quarter run and the Golden State Warriors beat the Boston Celtics 107-88 on Sunday night in Game 2 to even the NBA Finals.
Cash: Rays players not wearing Pride logos won't divide team
A number of Tampa Bay Rays players decided not to wear rainbow-colored logos on their uniforms as part of the team’s annual “Pride Night” on Saturday that recognized the LGBTQ community. Tampa Bay Rays manager Kevin Cash addressed it after Sunday's game, saying he doesn't think it'll negatively impact the clubhouse.
A number of Tampa Bay Rays players decided not to wear rainbow-colored logos on their uniforms as part of the team’s annual “Pride Night” on Saturday that recognized the LGBTQ community. Tampa Bay Rays manager Kevin Cash addressed it after Sunday's game, saying he doesn't think it'll negatively impact the clubhouse.
Suwinski gets 3 hits, Pirates blank Diamondbacks 3-0
Jack Suwinski followed his game-winning homer a day earlier with three hits on Sunday to help the Pittsburgh Pirates beat the Arizona Diamondbacks 3-0.
Jack Suwinski followed his game-winning homer a day earlier with three hits on Sunday to help the Pittsburgh Pirates beat the Arizona Diamondbacks 3-0.
Suwinski hits 2-run HR in bottom of 9th, Pirates beat Dbacks
Rookie Jack Suwinski hit a two-run homer in the bottom of the ninth inning and the Pittsburgh Pirates rallied past the Arizona Diamondbacks 2-1 on Saturday.
Rookie Jack Suwinski hit a two-run homer in the bottom of the ninth inning and the Pittsburgh Pirates rallied past the Arizona Diamondbacks 2-1 on Saturday.
Iowa football team postpones AR-15 giveaway after backlash from sponsors
The team’s owner initially refused calls for the rifle giveaway to be canceled, but he changed his mind later the same day after one of their sponsors threatened to sever ties.
The team’s owner initially refused calls for the rifle giveaway to be canceled, but he changed his mind later the same day after one of their sponsors threatened to sever ties.
Celtics add their voices to those asking for Griner's return
Some members of the Boston Celtics are using their platform at the NBA’s title series to add their voices to the chorus of those demanding WNBA star Brittney Griner be allowed to come home.
Some members of the Boston Celtics are using their platform at the NBA’s title series to add their voices to the chorus of those demanding WNBA star Brittney Griner be allowed to come home.