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Adam Stites

Adam Stites is a Southern California native who lives in a new state every three months. He’s perennially disappointed by both the Jacksonville Jaguars and Arizona State Sun Devils. His dog is named Ramsey after the best cornerback in the NFL. You can follow him on Twitter at @AdamStites_.

Max Verstappen wins F1's Azerbaijan GP as Ferrari has another disastrous day

Max Verstappen won the Azerbaijan Grand Prix on Sunday by more than 20 seconds to make it four wins in his last five races.

Talia Santos to undergo surgery on broken orbital after clash of heads in UFC 275 title fight

Talia Santos needs surgery to repair a broken orbital bone suffered during her UFC 275 title fight loss to Valentina Shevchenko on Saturday night.

Judge dismisses rape lawsuit against Cristiano Ronaldo

A lawsuit alleging Cristiano Ronaldo raped a woman in 2009 was dismissed by U.S. District Judge Jennifer Dorsey on Friday due to the conduct of the woman's attorney.

Real Madrid beats out Liverpool, PSG to sign Aurelien Tchouameni

Sought-after French midfielder Aurélien Tchouaméni signed with Real Madrid on a six-year contract.

Panthers WR Robbie Anderson tweets (then deletes) that he's mulling retirement

On Saturday morning, Anderson tweeted that he's "thinking bout retiring." But that declaration didn't last long.

Dodgers pitcher Walker Buehler to undergo MRI due to elbow discomfort

Los Angeles Dodgers ace Walker Buehler will undergo an MRI on Saturday after feeling discomfort in his right elbow during a start against the San Francisco Giants on Friday night.

Lions DT John Penisini announces retirement at age 25

Penisini finished his NFL career with 49 tackles, four tackles for loss, one sack and one fumble recovery.

Celtics' Jayson Tatum on Game 4 loss: 'It's on me, I got to be better'

Tatum took responsibility after his Celtics lost Game 4 of the NBA Finals. 

Pelicans VP: Offering Zion Williamson a max extension is 'a pretty easy decision'

Griffin's emphatic support of Williamson did come with a caveat, though. He said the Pelicans plan to include protections against the risk of future injuries.

Lightning win third straight to take 3-2 lead over Rangers in Eastern Conference Final

The Tampa Bay Lightning snapped the New York Rangers' eight-game home winning streak and took a 3-2 lead in the Eastern Conference Final with a 3-1 win on the road in Game 5 on Thursday night.

Oklahoma sweeps Texas to win Women's College World Series

The Sooners capped their record-breaking season with a 10-5 win on Thursday to win the Women's College World Series. The title is the fifth for Oklahoma softball in the last nine years.

Watch: Twins start game with three straight homers off Yankees' Gerrit Cole

The Minnesota Twins started a Thursday night game against the New York Yankees with back-to-back-to-back home runs for the first time in franchise history.

Tony La Russa says intentionally walking Trea Turner with two strikes was easy call

La Russa was baffled after the game when he learned that some thought it was a questionable call.

Avalanche goalie Darcy Kuemper says he's back to '100 percent' for Stanley Cup Final

The Colorado Avalanche face a tough call for the Stanley Cup Final with goaltender Darcy Kuemper back at full health.

Report: Three-time Pro Bowler Jason Pierre-Paul visiting Ravens

Pierre-Paul, 33, has 91.5 career sacks with 122 tackles for loss.

LeBron James wants to own an NBA team in Las Vegas

With James reaching billionaire status, he has his eyes on NBA ownership.

Brewers closer Josh Hader's scoreless streak ends against Phillies via back-to-back homers

On Sunday night, Milwaukee Brewers closer Josh Hader tied Ryan Pressly for the longest streak of scoreless appearances and will have to settle for a share of the record.

Angels' Mike Trout exits with groin tightness after homer, double against Red Sox

Los Angeles Angels star Mike Trout roped a line drive to the wall in right center but pulled up as he rounded first base and slowly jogged into second. He was then escorted off the field by medical staff.

Lightning even Eastern Conference Final with 4-1 win over Rangers in Game 4

The Tampa Bay Lightning and New York Rangers are even at two wins apiece in the Eastern Conference Final after the Lightning won Game 4 on Tuesday night, 4-1.

Alexander Zverev aiming to return in time for U.S. Open after ankle surgery

Alexander Zverev underwent ankle surgery Tuesday and is expected to be out of action for six to eight weeks with a goal to return in time for the U.S. Open.

Nationals pitcher Stephen Strasburg to start against Marlins with no limitations

Stephen Strasburg last pitched for the Nationals on June 1, 2021, a day before he was placed on the injured list with a neck strain.

Warriors' Draymond Green wants to 'meet force with force' against Celtics in NBA Finals

Draymond Green's trademark physicality and aggression nearly got him ejected in Game 2 of the 2022 NBA Finals, but the Golden State Warriors forward isn't planning to dial things back in the rest of the series.

Sparks fire coach, general manager Derek Fisher

The Los Angeles Sparks parted with head coach and general manager Derek Fisher on Tuesday afternoon after a 5-7 start to the 2022 WNBA season, the team announced.

Angels fire Joe Maddon as manager amid 12-game losing streak

The team announced Phil Nevin will take over as the interim manager.

Oklahoma, Texas to meet in Women's College World Series Finals

The Oklahoma Sooners and Texas Longhorns softball teams will bring the Red River Rivalry to the Women's College World Series Final.