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On TwitterBig Ten postpones football, fall sports due to COVID-19 pandemic
The Big Ten added that competitions could be shifted to springtime formats, and decisions on winter and spring sports will be made at later times.
University of Massachusetts cancels football season
In a school statement, athletic director Ryan Bamford suggested the Football Bowl Subdivision independent could play in the spring.
Tigers place first baseman C.J. Cron on injured list with knee sprain
Detroit recalled infielder Willi Castro from the club's affiliate training site to take Cron's spot.
Stephen A. Smith says college football should be canceled today
While speaking on ESPN's "Get Up!" and "First Take" on Tuesday, Smith called for the immediate cancellations of fall campaigns.
Infectious disease specialist says college football seasons can safely begin this fall
Dr. Cameron Wolfe, a Duke infectious disease specialist who also serves as the chair of the ACC’s medical advisory team, added that, as with other aspects of living through a pandemic, players must assume risks if they wish to compete on fields beginning in late August or September.
Hilary Tisch, daughter of NY Giants co-owner Steve Tisch, dies at 36
No direct cause of death was mentioned in an official statement from Steve Tisch shared by the Giants, but Tisch did note that his daughter suffered from depression.
Report: Penguins to keep coach Mike Sullivan despite early postseason exit
As much as Sullivan deserves an opportunity to extend the club's successful era that's lasted over a decade, it seems a safe bet that the leash on his Pittsburgh tenure will be short whenever the new season gets underway.
99.7% of Notre Dame students tested negative for coronavirus
Notre Dame provided football fans who are holding onto hope that college seasons will occur this fall as scheduled amid the coronavirus pandemic with some positive news on Monday.
Nick Saban says football players are safer at Alabama than at home
Crimson Tide coach Nick Saban said that he believes Alabama players are safer within the football program than at home.
Hockey Hall of Fame postpones inductions due to pandemic
As had been expected, the 2020 Hockey Hall of Fame induction ceremony scheduled for Nov. 16 in Toronto has been postponed due to the coronavirus pandemic.
New York Rangers win NHL Draft Lottery, Alexis Lafreniere sweepstakes
On Monday, the New York Rangers won the No. 1 pick of the 2020 NHL Draft via the Lottery that gifted the Big Apple club the opportunity to select Alexis Lafreniere widely viewed as the best available player in his draft class.
Mountain West Conference postpones football, fall sports due to pandemic?
The Mountain West became the second Football Bowl Subdivision conference to cancel fall sports.
Tennessee chancellor suggests Volunteers will play football this year
At least one SEC school is holding out hope that football will be played this year.
Cardinals-Tigers Thursday doubleheader postponed due to ongoing COVID-19 issues
There's no guarantee St. Louis will be able to start making games up on Friday.
76ers' Ben Simmons likely out for season following knee surgery
76ers star Ben Simmons underwent left knee surgery in the City of Brotherly Love on Monday and will likely miss the remainder of the season.
Diamondbacks place Madison Bumgarner on injured list with strained back
Arizona has dropped all four games in which Bumgarner started, and he took losses in three of those outings.
Nebraska willing to play outside of Big Ten if conference cancels football
Amid rumors that the Big Ten Conference could announce the cancellation of its football season on Monday evening or Tuesday because of the coronavirus pandemic, Nebraska coach Scott Frost declared he's ready to play outside of the league.
Zion Williamson to sit on Tuesday for eliminated Pelicans
New Orleans was mathematically eliminated from playoff contention following Sunday's results, so there is little reason to risk the long-term health of Williamson or any other potential future cornerstones.
NHL reports zero coronavirus cases inside bubble sites
Leagues utilizing bubble formats for return-to-play scenarios have been overwhelmingly successful since the National Women's Soccer League began its Challenge Cup.
Suns' Deandre Ayton missed COVID-19 test on Sunday
Phoenix had won five straight contests to begin the resumption of the 2019-20 campaign.
Report: Pac-12 could postpone football season on Tuesday
Sources have told ESPN that it's "highly unlikely" the Pac-12 will conduct a campaign this fall. Instead, the conference will optimistically look to push the season to a springtime format.
Magic's Terrence Ross leaves Orlando bubble for medical tests
It's unknown if he'll be available to play versus the Milwaukee Bucks in Orlando's postseason series.
Ravens Pro Bowl TE Mark Andrews never considered opting out despite COVID-19 risks
Andrews told reporters he was planning to play amid the worsening coronavirus pandemic even though he suffers from diabetes and is high-risk for COVID-19.
Manager Terry Francona to return to Indians after bout with gastrointestinal issue
A similar problem bothered the skipper during spring training in March before MLB paused the season due to the ongoing coronavirus pandemic.
President Donald Trump tweets support for college football season amid pandemic
Under the current schedule, a decision on Division I sports, including football, must be announced by the end of Aug. 21.
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