With 2018 FIFA World Cup field halved, here's a look at what's next
MOSCOW (AP) - The World Cup started with eight groups of four, 32 nations in all seeking to make it to the knockout stage. Colombia and - just barely - Japan grabbed the two spots from Group H in Thursday's early matches, and England and Belgium sorted out the top of Group F later that night to solidify the field going forward. Here's a look at what's next, starting with the round...
MOSCOW (AP) - The World Cup started with eight groups of four, 32 nations in all seeking to make it to the knockout stage. Colombia and - just barely - Japan grabbed the two spots from Group H in Thursday's early matches, and England and Belgium sorted out the top of Group F later that night to solidify the field going forward. Here's a look at what's next, starting with the round...
Bud Light giving ALL of California free beers if Mexico beats Brazil & advances to quarterfinals
Bud Light announced on Twitter that everyone in California gets a free beer if Mexico beats Brazil on Monday in the World Cup and advances to the fifth game, the quarterfinals.
Bud Light announced on Twitter that everyone in California gets a free beer if Mexico beats Brazil on Monday in the World Cup and advances to the fifth game, the quarterfinals.
Lightning re-sign J.T. Miller to $26.25 million, 5-year deal
TAMPA, Fla. (AP) - The Tampa Bay Lightning have re-signed forward J.T. Miller to a five-year contract worth $26.25 million. Miller will count $5.5 million against the salary cap through 2022-23. General manager Steve Yzerman announced the deal with the pending restricted free agent on Tuesday.
TAMPA, Fla. (AP) - The Tampa Bay Lightning have re-signed forward J.T. Miller to a five-year contract worth $26.25 million. Miller will count $5.5 million against the salary cap through 2022-23. General manager Steve Yzerman announced the deal with the pending restricted free agent on Tuesday.
Rays' Eovaldi limits Nationals to 1 hit in odd 1-0 victory
Another attempt at a no-hitter, a reliever alternating between the mound and first base, and postgame pushing and shoving.
Another attempt at a no-hitter, a reliever alternating between the mound and first base, and postgame pushing and shoving.
South Florida hires CFP exec Kelly as athletic director
South Florida on Monday hired Michael Kelly, the chief operating officer of the College Football Playoff, to be its athletic director.
South Florida on Monday hired Michael Kelly, the chief operating officer of the College Football Playoff, to be its athletic director.
Snell pitches Rays to 11-0 win against Nationals
ST. PETRSBURG, Fla. (AP) - Blake Snell took a no-hitter into the seventh inning, Kevin Kiermaier hit a grand slam and the Tampa Bay Rays beat the Washington Nationals 11-0 on Monday night. Wilson Ramos homered twice and rookie Jake Bauers had four hits in the Rays' fourth straight win.
ST. PETRSBURG, Fla. (AP) - Blake Snell took a no-hitter into the seventh inning, Kevin Kiermaier hit a grand slam and the Tampa Bay Rays beat the Washington Nationals 11-0 on Monday night. Wilson Ramos homered twice and rookie Jake Bauers had four hits in the Rays' fourth straight win.
Kangaroo stops play during Australian women's soccer match
The Australian soccer team competing at the World Cup is called the Socceroos. But a different kind of soccer-roo has dominated a pitch for half an hour in Canberra during a women's match.
The Australian soccer team competing at the World Cup is called the Socceroos. But a different kind of soccer-roo has dominated a pitch for half an hour in Canberra during a women's match.
Watch how these friends help deaf-blind Brazil fan experience World Cup goal
A heartwarming video of a blind-deaf man celebrating a Brazil goal is inspiring thousands across the globe, illustrating the FIFA World Cup is bigger than just a tournament.
A heartwarming video of a blind-deaf man celebrating a Brazil goal is inspiring thousands across the globe, illustrating the FIFA World Cup is bigger than just a tournament.
Bauers homers in 12th, Rays sweep Yankees with 7-6 win
Rookie Jake Bauers led off the 12th inning with a home run and the Tampa Bay Rays completed a three-game sweep of the New York Yankees with a 7-6 victory Sunday. The Yankees, with the best record in the majors, also lost catcher Gary Sanchez when he appeared to injure his groin trying to beat out a double-play grounder in the 10th. Giancarlo Stanton doubled twice and homered while...
Rookie Jake Bauers led off the 12th inning with a home run and the Tampa Bay Rays completed a three-game sweep of the New York Yankees with a 7-6 victory Sunday. The Yankees, with the best record in the majors, also lost catcher Gary Sanchez when he appeared to injure his groin trying to beat out a double-play grounder in the 10th. Giancarlo Stanton doubled twice and homered while...
Report: Jameis Winston could face NFL suspension
The 2018 season for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers is off to a bumpy start, with reports of the team quarterback facing suspension.
The 2018 season for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers is off to a bumpy start, with reports of the team quarterback facing suspension.
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Rowdies' Joe Cole remembers his World Cup goal 12 years later
Tampa Bay Rowdies assistant coach Joe Cole loves this time of year. When the World Cup rolls around, he takes time to remember the moment people back in England still talk about, 12 years later.
Tampa Bay Rowdies assistant coach Joe Cole loves this time of year. When the World Cup rolls around, he takes time to remember the moment people back in England still talk about, 12 years later.
One week in: Top moments of the 2018 FIFA World Cup so far
Only a week into the 2018 FIFA World Cup and big moments have sent fans across the globe into a whirlwind of emotion.
Only a week into the 2018 FIFA World Cup and big moments have sent fans across the globe into a whirlwind of emotion.
Back to back to back: 3 straight HRs propel Astros to win over Rays
Houston Astros manager A.J. Hinch might want to consider giving Jose Altuve more days off.
Houston Astros manager A.J. Hinch might want to consider giving Jose Altuve more days off.
Houston's win streak ends at 12 games with 2-1 loss to Rays
HOUSTON (AP) - The Houston Astros relied on their powerful offense to win 12 straight games. On Tuesday night that offense went cold, and their streak ended with a 2-1 loss to the Tampa Bay Rays.
HOUSTON (AP) - The Houston Astros relied on their powerful offense to win 12 straight games. On Tuesday night that offense went cold, and their streak ended with a 2-1 loss to the Tampa Bay Rays.
Bucs hope new faces on defense generate results
As summer begins, all 32 NFL teams are on an equal playing field. It's time to put last season behind them and start fresh.
As summer begins, all 32 NFL teams are on an equal playing field. It's time to put last season behind them and start fresh.
Bucs hopeful with new faces on defense
As summer begins,�all 32 NFL teams are on an�equal playing field. It's time to put last season behind them�and start fresh.
As summer begins,�all 32 NFL teams are on an�equal playing field. It's time to put last season behind them�and start fresh.
Bregman's game-ending 2B lifts Astros to 12th straight win
HOUSTON (AP) - Jose Altuve upped the pressure on Alex Bregman as he walked to home plate with the bases loaded and one out in the bottom of the ninth inning. "Altuve told me ... that he's not bringing his bat or batting gloves to the on-deck circle, so I better get the job done," Bregman said. "So I had to find a way." Bregman hit a game-ending two-run double and the...
HOUSTON (AP) - Jose Altuve upped the pressure on Alex Bregman as he walked to home plate with the bases loaded and one out in the bottom of the ninth inning. "Altuve told me ... that he's not bringing his bat or batting gloves to the on-deck circle, so I better get the job done," Bregman said. "So I had to find a way." Bregman hit a game-ending two-run double and the...
Former Tampa Catholic star bound for the NBA
Just over a year ago, Kevin Knox was a 17-year-old playing like a man among boys at Tampa Catholic High School. In a year since, Knox has developed into one of the most coveted NBA draft prospects in the country.
Just over a year ago, Kevin Knox was a 17-year-old playing like a man among boys at Tampa Catholic High School. In a year since, Knox has developed into one of the most coveted NBA draft prospects in the country.
Font, Rays relievers come through in 3-1 win over Yankees
Tampa Bay Rays manager Kevin Cash has had to defend his strategy using relievers as starters time and time again. At least this time, the defense came after the formula led his team to a victory. Wilmer Font held the high-scoring Yankees in check and the Rays stopped New York 3-1 Sunday to avoid a four-game sweep. "We're doing everything we can (and) what we think is right to...
Tampa Bay Rays manager Kevin Cash has had to defend his strategy using relievers as starters time and time again. At least this time, the defense came after the formula led his team to a victory. Wilmer Font held the high-scoring Yankees in check and the Rays stopped New York 3-1 Sunday to avoid a four-game sweep. "We're doing everything we can (and) what we think is right to...