Lance McCullers proves to be a star for the Astros
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Ex-Phillie Dykstra Says He Blackmailed Umpires
Lenny Dykstra, the sparkplug of the Phillies’ 1993 World Series team, has been associated with various controversies over the years, from steroid use to a financial scandal that landed him in prison for a time. Now, Dykstra is claiming even more scandalous behavior.
Lenny Dykstra, the sparkplug of the Phillies’ 1993 World Series team, has been associated with various controversies over the years, from steroid use to a financial scandal that landed him in prison for a time. Now, Dykstra is claiming even more scandalous behavior.
Women's World Cup champions visit White House
President Barack Obama welcomed the U.S. women's 2015 World Cup champion soccer team to the White House Tuesday, saying the team's victory with class, excitement and style inspired the whole country. "They've inspired millions of girls to dream bigger and, by the way, inspired millions of boys to look at girls differently, which is just as important," Obama said. The U.S. defeated Japan 5-2 during the final to collect the top prize in women's soccer for the first time in 16 years.
President Barack Obama welcomed the U.S. women's 2015 World Cup champion soccer team to the White House Tuesday, saying the team's victory with class, excitement and style inspired the whole country. "They've inspired millions of girls to dream bigger and, by the way, inspired millions of boys to look at girls differently, which is just as important," Obama said. The U.S. defeated Japan 5-2 during the final to collect the top prize in women's soccer for the first time in 16 years.
Smith remains confident Buccaneers headed in right direction
TAMPA, Fla. (AP) — The Tampa Buccaneers insist they're getting better. Yet they keep finding ways to lose. A rookie quarterback's mistakes one game, kicking woes another week, and puzzling defensive shortcomings that are getting increasingly more difficult to explain. Coach Lovie Smith said Monday the Bucs (2-4) own up to who they are in the wake of one of the biggest meltdowns in franchise history — an inconsistent team still learning what it takes to be successful.
TAMPA, Fla. (AP) — The Tampa Buccaneers insist they're getting better. Yet they keep finding ways to lose. A rookie quarterback's mistakes one game, kicking woes another week, and puzzling defensive shortcomings that are getting increasingly more difficult to explain. Coach Lovie Smith said Monday the Bucs (2-4) own up to who they are in the wake of one of the biggest meltdowns in franchise history — an inconsistent team still learning what it takes to be successful.
Buccaneers blow 24-point lead, fall to Cousins, Skins 31-30
LANDOVER, Md. (AP) — For a half, everything went right for Lovie Smith's Tampa Bay Buccaneers. And for a half, nothing did. The Bucs built a 24-point lead in the second quarter and then spent the rest of the game giving it all away, allowing Kirk Cousins to throw three second-half touchdown passes, including the go-ahead 6-yard score to Jordan Reed with 24 seconds left that lifted the Washington Redskins to a 31-30 victory over Tampa Bay.
LANDOVER, Md. (AP) — For a half, everything went right for Lovie Smith's Tampa Bay Buccaneers. And for a half, nothing did. The Bucs built a 24-point lead in the second quarter and then spent the rest of the game giving it all away, allowing Kirk Cousins to throw three second-half touchdown passes, including the go-ahead 6-yard score to Jordan Reed with 24 seconds left that lifted the Washington Redskins to a 31-30 victory over Tampa Bay.
FOX 13 Pep Rally: Alcides is out at Ridgewood High School
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Bucs must finish in close games
It was the Jaguars last drive of the game that left a lasting impression on the Bucs.
It was the Jaguars last drive of the game that left a lasting impression on the Bucs.
Forsberg scores in SO to lift Predators past Lightning, 5-4
Kristen Bury, the mother of Chance Walsh, attended her first appearance in a Sarasota county court at 9:00 a.m. this morning.
Kristen Bury, the mother of Chance Walsh, attended her first appearance in a Sarasota county court at 9:00 a.m. this morning.
Lightning's Namestnikov making his name known
When the Lightning drafted Vladislav Namestnikov number one in 2011, not many could even correctly pronounce his name.
When the Lightning drafted Vladislav Namestnikov number one in 2011, not many could even correctly pronounce his name.
Vladislav Namestnikov: Say his name
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Special fan scores memorable touchdown
It was a memorable night for football players and fans attending a game Thursday in Albany, Louisiana.
It was a memorable night for football players and fans attending a game Thursday in Albany, Louisiana.
Memorable touchdown for special student
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Bishop, Killorn key 2-1 Lightning win over Sabres
Kristen Bury, the mother of Chance Walsh, attended her first appearance in a Sarasota county court at 9:00 a.m. this morning.
Kristen Bury, the mother of Chance Walsh, attended her first appearance in a Sarasota county court at 9:00 a.m. this morning.
Winston, Buccaneers feel good about direction they're headed
TAMPA, Fla. (AP) — Jameis Winston trusts the Tampa Bay Buccaneers know what's best for him. That includes being more of a game manager than freewheeling passer as he learns how to play quarterback in the NFL. Five games into his rookie season, the 2013 Heisman Trophy winner has already suffered three times as many losses as he did during his entire college career.
TAMPA, Fla. (AP) — Jameis Winston trusts the Tampa Bay Buccaneers know what's best for him. That includes being more of a game manager than freewheeling passer as he learns how to play quarterback in the NFL. Five games into his rookie season, the 2013 Heisman Trophy winner has already suffered three times as many losses as he did during his entire college career.
Motorbike rider becomes world's first paraplegic to complete backflip on motorbike
In January 2014, motorbike rider Bruce Cook attempted one of the most difficult feats, a back flip, at the Nitro Circus, an action sports event in Canada.
In January 2014, motorbike rider Bruce Cook attempted one of the most difficult feats, a back flip, at the Nitro Circus, an action sports event in Canada.
FOX 13 Pep Rally: Lennard High School
Students got rowdy and riled during another FOX 13 Pep Rally, this time at Lennard High School in Ruskin.
Students got rowdy and riled during another FOX 13 Pep Rally, this time at Lennard High School in Ruskin.
Spezza has big goal, Stars beat Lightning 5-3
TAMPA, Fla. (AP) — Jason Spezza is on an offensive roll. Spezza scored a momentum-shifting goal in the third period and had an assist as the Dallas Stars beat the Tampa Bay Lightning 5-3 on Thursday night. "Jason is pretty hot right now," said Dallas goalie Kari Lehtonen, who made 30 saves. Dallas also got goals from Tyler Seguin, Jamie Benn, Cody Eakin and Jason Demers. Steven Stamkos had two goals and an assist for the Lightning.
TAMPA, Fla. (AP) — Jason Spezza is on an offensive roll. Spezza scored a momentum-shifting goal in the third period and had an assist as the Dallas Stars beat the Tampa Bay Lightning 5-3 on Thursday night. "Jason is pretty hot right now," said Dallas goalie Kari Lehtonen, who made 30 saves. Dallas also got goals from Tyler Seguin, Jamie Benn, Cody Eakin and Jason Demers. Steven Stamkos had two goals and an assist for the Lightning.
Tampa woman, 94, competes as powerlifter
Believe it or not, 94-year-old Edith Traina is a powerlifter.
Believe it or not, 94-year-old Edith Traina is a powerlifter.
Bucs' Doug Martin is on a mission
In his first year Doug Martin set high standards breaking team records on his way to a Pro Bowl season.
In his first year Doug Martin set high standards breaking team records on his way to a Pro Bowl season.
UF football player arrested for allegedly shooting at pregnant girlfriend, suspended indefinitely
A University of Florida football player was arrested for allegedly shooting at his girlfriend in September.
A University of Florida football player was arrested for allegedly shooting at his girlfriend in September.