Steph Curry surprises young fans
Golden State Warriors star Steph Curry surprised some young fans at a basketball camp in Hawaii this week.
Golden State Warriors star Steph Curry surprised some young fans at a basketball camp in Hawaii this week.
Morrison drives in 2, Rays top Angels 4-2 to end skid
ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. (AP) — Solid starting pitching, timely hitting and some much-needed relief from a struggling bullpen. The last-place Tampa Bay Rays got all three for a change Monday and ended a four-game losing streak with a 4-2 victory over the reeling Los Angeles Angels. "It feels good to get a win," manager Kevin Cash said. "Kind of difficult to come by these...
ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. (AP) — Solid starting pitching, timely hitting and some much-needed relief from a struggling bullpen. The last-place Tampa Bay Rays got all three for a change Monday and ended a four-game losing streak with a 4-2 victory over the reeling Los Angeles Angels. "It feels good to get a win," manager Kevin Cash said. "Kind of difficult to come by these...
MLB officials pack in full schedule before historic Fort Bragg game
Alex Burnett felt a familiar thrill of getting to see the Atlanta Braves he had rooted for since he was a kid on the field. It meant even more with the Braves playing the Miami Marlins in an historic game at Fort Bragg — where the Sgt. 1st Class Burnett is stationed with the 82nd Airborne Division.
Alex Burnett felt a familiar thrill of getting to see the Atlanta Braves he had rooted for since he was a kid on the field. It meant even more with the Braves playing the Miami Marlins in an historic game at Fort Bragg — where the Sgt. 1st Class Burnett is stationed with the 82nd Airborne Division.
Lightning lock down Hedman, Vasilevskiy
The Bolts locked up defenseman Victor Hedman with an eight-year, $63-million deal to go along with Steven Stamkos's eight-year, $68-million deal. They're also bringing back both Ben Bishop and Andrei Vasilevskiy.
The Bolts locked up defenseman Victor Hedman with an eight-year, $63-million deal to go along with Steven Stamkos's eight-year, $68-million deal. They're also bringing back both Ben Bishop and Andrei Vasilevskiy.
Rays blow 5-run lead in 9th, lose 10-7 to Tigers
ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. (AP) — The Tampa Bay Rays were up five runs and three outs away from their third victory in four games following an 11-game skid. Then the Detroit Tigers steadily gained momentum in a ninth inning the Rays won't soon forget. Cameron Maybin capped a dramatic eight-run ninth with a tiebreaking three-run double, and the Tigers overcame the late deficit to beat the...
ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. (AP) — The Tampa Bay Rays were up five runs and three outs away from their third victory in four games following an 11-game skid. Then the Detroit Tigers steadily gained momentum in a ninth inning the Rays won't soon forget. Cameron Maybin capped a dramatic eight-run ninth with a tiebreaking three-run double, and the Tigers overcame the late deficit to beat the...
Pierre-Paul makes public service announcement on fireworks
Almost a year after mangling his right hand in a fireworks accident, New York Giants defensive end Jason Pierre-Paul has made a public service announcement about keeping children away from fireworks, and warning everyone to handle the pyrotechnic devices with care.
Almost a year after mangling his right hand in a fireworks accident, New York Giants defensive end Jason Pierre-Paul has made a public service announcement about keeping children away from fireworks, and warning everyone to handle the pyrotechnic devices with care.
Moore outpitches Price as Rays shut down Red Sox, 4-0
Matt Moore pitched seven spotless innings and Brandon Guyer homered and drove in two runs in his return from a three-week stint on the disabled list, leading the Tampa Bay Rays to a 4-0 victory over David Price and the Boston Red Sox on Wednesday.
Matt Moore pitched seven spotless innings and Brandon Guyer homered and drove in two runs in his return from a three-week stint on the disabled list, leading the Tampa Bay Rays to a 4-0 victory over David Price and the Boston Red Sox on Wednesday.
Stamkos to stay with Tampa Bay Lightning
One of the Tampa Bay Lightning's biggest offseason questions has been answered: Team captain Steven Stamkos is staying with the team, signing a new eight-year contract.
One of the Tampa Bay Lightning's biggest offseason questions has been answered: Team captain Steven Stamkos is staying with the team, signing a new eight-year contract.
Sputtering Rays fall to Red Sox for 12th loss in 13 games
ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. (AP) — The Tampa Bay Rays are running out of explanations for a frustrating stretch that's dumped them into a deep hole in the AL East. The last-place team lost for the 12th time in 13 games on Tuesday night, failing to take advantage of early opportunities to score runs and unable to stop Boston from pulling away late in an 8-2 Red Sox victory.
ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. (AP) — The Tampa Bay Rays are running out of explanations for a frustrating stretch that's dumped them into a deep hole in the AL East. The last-place team lost for the 12th time in 13 games on Tuesday night, failing to take advantage of early opportunities to score runs and unable to stop Boston from pulling away late in an 8-2 Red Sox victory.
Buddy Ryan, architect of iconic '85 Bears defense, dead at 82
Buddy Ryan, the brash and plain-spoken architect of the '85 Chicago Bears defense and a longtime NFL head coach, died Tuesday, his agent told ESPN’s Adam Schefter. He was 82.
Buddy Ryan, the brash and plain-spoken architect of the '85 Chicago Bears defense and a longtime NFL head coach, died Tuesday, his agent told ESPN’s Adam Schefter. He was 82.
Franklin drives in 5, Rays beat Red Sox to stop 11-game skid
ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. (AP) — Tampa Bay's longest losing streak in seven years is over, thanks to a breakout offensive performance led by Nick Franklin. The utility infielder had his first three hits of the season and drove in a career-high five runs Monday night, helping the Rays end an 11-game skid with a 13-7 victory over the Boston Red Sox.
ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. (AP) — Tampa Bay's longest losing streak in seven years is over, thanks to a breakout offensive performance led by Nick Franklin. The utility infielder had his first three hits of the season and drove in a career-high five runs Monday night, helping the Rays end an 11-game skid with a 13-7 victory over the Boston Red Sox.
Pat Summitt, winningest coach in D1 history, dies at 64
Pat Summitt, the winningest coach in Division I college basketball history who helped boost the women's game to the big time in a 38-year career at Tennessee, has died at 64.
Pat Summitt, the winningest coach in Division I college basketball history who helped boost the women's game to the big time in a 38-year career at Tennessee, has died at 64.
Rays' skid reaches 11 with 12-5 loss to Orioles
BALTIMORE (AP) — The Tampa Bay Rays had just completed a winless road trip, and the clubhouse was still and silent as the players packed for home. Unfortunately, there was no guarantee a change in venue would make a difference for a struggling team stuck in an 11-game losing streak. Baltimore Orioles slugger Chris Davis set the tone with a first-inning grand slam, and the Rays lost 12-5...
BALTIMORE (AP) — The Tampa Bay Rays had just completed a winless road trip, and the clubhouse was still and silent as the players packed for home. Unfortunately, there was no guarantee a change in venue would make a difference for a struggling team stuck in an 11-game losing streak. Baltimore Orioles slugger Chris Davis set the tone with a first-inning grand slam, and the Rays lost 12-5...
Rays fade late, lose 8th straight 6-3 to Orioles
BALTIMORE (AP) — For a while, the Tampa Bay Rays appeared poised to end their miserable losing streak. Then everything went kaput. Although the Rays scored three runs before making an out and starter Matt Moore retired the first 13 batters he faced, Tampa Bay's skid reached eight games with a 6-3 loss to the Baltimore Orioles on Friday night. "They're all frustrating, whether...
BALTIMORE (AP) — For a while, the Tampa Bay Rays appeared poised to end their miserable losing streak. Then everything went kaput. Although the Rays scored three runs before making an out and starter Matt Moore retired the first 13 batters he faced, Tampa Bay's skid reached eight games with a 6-3 loss to the Baltimore Orioles on Friday night. "They're all frustrating, whether...
Dungy readies for Hall of Fame induction
Tony Dungy opened the door to football immortality when the Pro Football Hall of Fame came knocking.
Tony Dungy opened the door to football immortality when the Pro Football Hall of Fame came knocking.
Dungy readies for Hall of Fame induction
Merissa Lynn reports
Merissa Lynn reports
Bauer, Kipnis lead Indians to 6-1 win over Rays
CLEVELAND (AP) — Trevor Bauer threw a three-hitter for his second career complete game, Jason Kipnis hit a two-run homer and the Cleveland Indians defeated the Tampa Bay Rays 6-1 on Wednesday night for their sixth straight win. Bauer (5-2) struck out 10, walked one and allowed only one runner past second base. It was the second straight three-hitter for the Indians, following Corey...
CLEVELAND (AP) — Trevor Bauer threw a three-hitter for his second career complete game, Jason Kipnis hit a two-run homer and the Cleveland Indians defeated the Tampa Bay Rays 6-1 on Wednesday night for their sixth straight win. Bauer (5-2) struck out 10, walked one and allowed only one runner past second base. It was the second straight three-hitter for the Indians, following Corey...
Jameis Winston, Jimbo Fisher visit Pulse survivors
Governor Rick Scott and First Lady Ann Scott on Wednesday were joined by Florida State University Head Football Coach Jimbo Fisher and Tampa Bay Buccaneers Quarterback Jameis Winston during a visit to Orlando Regional Medical Center to speak with survivors of Pulse nightclub shooting and their families.
Governor Rick Scott and First Lady Ann Scott on Wednesday were joined by Florida State University Head Football Coach Jimbo Fisher and Tampa Bay Buccaneers Quarterback Jameis Winston during a visit to Orlando Regional Medical Center to speak with survivors of Pulse nightclub shooting and their families.
Rookie Snell pitches well again in Rays' 6-0 loss to Indians
CLEVELAND (AP) — Even if he's still seeking his first big league win, rookie Blake Snell took another step forward Tuesday night. The left-hander threw a career-high 6 2/3 innings, allowing two earned runs, while the Cleveland Indians pulled away for a 6-0 victory over the Tampa Bay Rays. Snell (0-2), Tampa Bay's top prospect, struck out three and walked three in his third...
CLEVELAND (AP) — Even if he's still seeking his first big league win, rookie Blake Snell took another step forward Tuesday night. The left-hander threw a career-high 6 2/3 innings, allowing two earned runs, while the Cleveland Indians pulled away for a 6-0 victory over the Tampa Bay Rays. Snell (0-2), Tampa Bay's top prospect, struck out three and walked three in his third...
Lightning's Ryan Callahan has hip surgery, out 5 months
TAMPA, Fla. (AP) — Tampa Bay Lightning forward Ryan Callahan has undergone surgery to repair a labral tear in his right hip and will be sidelined about five months, which means he will not play for Team USA in the World Cup of Hockey. Lightning general manager Steve Yzerman said the operation Tuesday was performed by Dr. Bryan Kelly in New York.
TAMPA, Fla. (AP) — Tampa Bay Lightning forward Ryan Callahan has undergone surgery to repair a labral tear in his right hip and will be sidelined about five months, which means he will not play for Team USA in the World Cup of Hockey. Lightning general manager Steve Yzerman said the operation Tuesday was performed by Dr. Bryan Kelly in New York.