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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_.

Report: Oilers' Duncan Keith retiring after 17 seasons

Three-time NHL All-Star and two-time James Norris Memorial Trophy winner Duncan Keith is retiring after 17 seasons, according to Pierre LeBrun of The Athletic.

Novak Djokovic advances to meet Nick Kyrgios in Wimbledon final

Top-seeded Novak Djokovic recovered from a first-set loss to breeze his way to a 2-6, 6-3, 6-2, 6-4 victory over Cameron Norrie on Friday and advance to the Wimbledon final against Nick Kyrgios.

Bears reject idea of dome addition at Soldier Field

The Chicago Bears are looking to build a new stadium in Arlington Heights and they aren't interested in the city's ideas about renovations at Soldier Field.

Flyers acquire defenseman Tony DeAngelo in trade with Hurricanes

Last season, he recorded 51 points with the Hurricanes and the team was plus-30 with DeAngelo on the ice.

Report: WWE's Vince McMahon paid over $12 million in hush money to four women

The latest report shows the scope and scale of McMahon's alleged misconduct to be much larger than previously thought.

Blues trade goaltender Ville Husso to Red Wings for third-round pick

Husso, 27, was set to become a free agent on July 13 after playing out his two-year contract with the Blues.

Sepp Blatter, Michel Platini cleared of FIFA fraud, corruption charges

The case centered around a payment of 2 million Swiss francs (then worth about $2.26 million) made to Platini in 2011.

Blackhawks trade Alex DeBrincat to Senators for No. 7 and No. 39 picks in 2022 NHL Draft

DeBrincat led the Blackhawks in scoring during the 2021-22 season with 41 goals.

Ravens bring back OLB Justin Houston on one-year deal

Houston, 33, was a 15-game starter for the Ravens in 2021 but finished the season with just 4.5 sacks, the second lowest total of his career.

World Baseball Classic announces schedule, pools for return in 2023

The World Baseball Classic will return in 2023 with games held in Taichung, Tokyo, Phoenix and Miami, the tournament announced Thursday. The first game is set for March 8 with the championship game scheduled for March 21 in Miami.

Rafael Nadal pulls out of Wimbledon semifinal due to abdominal tear

Rafael Nadal's incredible run of Grand Slam success in 2022 will not include a Wimbledon title.

Rangers trade goaltender Alexandar Georgiev to Avalanche for three draft picks

The trade likely means Darcy Kuemper's time with the Avalanche is over despite starting all six of the team's Stanley Cup Final games against the Tampa Bay Lightning.

Ons Jabeur, Elena Rybakina to meet in historic Wimbledon final

Neither Tunisia nor Kazakhstan has ever had a singles player compete in a Grand Slam final, let alone win.

Jake Paul to face 12-1 boxer Hasim Rahman Jr. in August

Jake Paul announced Thursday morning that he'll face Hasim Rahman Jr. at Madison Square Garden on Aug. 6. Rahman, 31, has competed at heavyweight and looks to be the most difficult opponent Paul has faced in the ring.

Red Sox pitcher Chris Sale suffers clubhouse meltdown after poor rehab outing

Boston Red Sox pitcher Chris Sale hasn't played yet this season due to a right rib stress fracture suffered in the offseason, but he's getting close.

Thunder's Chet Holmgren wows in Summer League debut with 23 points, six blocks

The 7-footer recorded 23 points in Oklahoma City's 98-77 win against the Utah Jazz, making four 3-pointers.

Mets' Max Scherzer strikes out 11, allows zero runs in first game back from IL

Scherzer's 11 strikeouts against Cincinnati are a season-high, and the six shutout innings dropped his ERA to 2.26.

Owner Jody Allen: Seahawks, Trail Blazers are not for sale

Forbes most recently valuated the Seahawks at $3.5 billion and the Trail Blazers at $2.05 billion.

Nick Kyrgios facing charge for alleged assault of ex-girlfriend

Australian tennis player Nick Kyrgios is due to appear in court next month after allegedly assaulting his ex-girlfriend late last year, according to The Canberra Times.

Report: Lakers, Nets have 'no traction' on trade involving Kyrie Irving

Las week, a report indicated Irving was "focused on forcing himself" to the Lakers in a trade. However, that doesn't seem likely at this juncture.

Sharks hire Mike Grier as first Black GM in NHL history

Mike Grier, 47, had a 15-year playing career in the NHL, including a three-season stint with the Sharks from 2006 to 2009.

Big 12 reportedly in 'deep discussions' to add as many as six Pac-12 schools

The Big 12 reportedly spent Tuesday meeting with representatives from multiple Pac-12 schools, and Dennis Dodd of CBS Sports says it was more than just pleasantries.

Twins turn first 8-5 triple play in MLB history against White Sox

It was the first MLB triple play in 12 years that started with a fly out to center field

Notre Dame reportedly prefers independence over conference realignment

According to Pat Forde of Sports Illustrated, "independence remains the preference and the leader in the clubhouse" for Notre Dame.

Report: Warriors stars have talked with Kevin Durant about a reunion

According to Marcus Thompson II of The Athletic, "Warriors superstars have been in conversations with Durant" and have entertained the idea of a reunion.