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It’s on: Mayweather says he’ll fight Pacquiao May 2

Floyd Mayweather Jr., left, and Manny Pacquiao, right, will meet May 2 in a welterweight showdown that will be boxing’s…

February 20, 2015

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NASCAR suspends driver Kurt Busch just before Daytona 500

Kurt Busch prepares to leave his garage during a practice session for the Daytona 500 NASCAR Sprint Cup Series auto…

February 20, 2015

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Nicklaus: Tiger needs ‘positive thing’

Tiger Woods has been relegated to cheerleader for girlfriend and Colorado skier Lindsey Vonn of late, including last week at…

February 20, 2015

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Winston shoulders questions on character – and shoulder

The arrival of Florida State quarterback Jameis Winston on Friday was one of the most anticipated events all week at…

February 20, 2015

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Middleton, Henson lead Bucks to 89-81 win over Nuggets

Denver Nuggets guard Jameer Nelson, left, goes up for a basket against the Milwaukee Bucks on Friday in Milwaukee.Darren Hauck/Associated…

February 19, 2015

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Barrie leads Avalanche past Blackhawks 4-1

Chicago Blackhawks goalie Corey Crawford (50) reacts while Colorado Avalanche’s Paul Carey (28) celebrates after Colorado’s Brad Stuart scored a…

February 19, 2015

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Earnhardt Jr. and Johnson win Daytona 500 qualifying races

Dale Earnhardt Jr. raises the trophy in Victory Lane after winning the first of two qualifying races for the Daytona…

February 19, 2015

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Nuggets overhaul roster at trade deadline

Denver sent oft-injured center JaVale McGee and his hefty contract to Philadelphia before the NBA trading deadline Thursday.David Zalubowski/Associated Press…

February 19, 2015

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Mariota becomes feature attraction at NFL combine

Oregon quarterback Marcus Mariota answers a question during a news conference at the NFL football scouting combine Thursday in Indianapolis.David…

February 19, 2015

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New Zealand beats Britain in men’s team pursuit track cycling final

Francois Pervis of France celebrates after winning the final of the Men’s Keirin race at the Track Cycling World Championships…

February 19, 2015

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Elway: Broncos want Manning back, still awaiting word

Denver Broncos executive vice president John Elway left no doubt Thursday that he wants Peyton Manning back as the team’s…

February 19, 2015

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Nuggets trade Afflalo to Blazers

Arron Afflalo, right, saw his second stint with Denver come to an end Thursday when he was traded to Portland.Matt…

February 19, 2015

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Broncos on Manning watch

can build an offense for Manning, but will he run it?

February 18, 2015

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Silence and a hint for possible mega-fight

Arum repeatedly declined to comment about the possible megafight during an appearance at a media day for Chinese boxer Zou…

February 17, 2015

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Love to lead U.S. Ryder Cup team in 2016

Two people familiar with the decision told The Associated Press on Monday night that the PGA of America has selected…

February 16, 2015

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For U.S., success of ’15 ski worlds to be determined

Herald Sports Editor Maybe it was the sullen winter sky that final day. Or that the home-team hopefuls quietly would…

February 16, 2015

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Westbrook leads West to wild ‘W’

The East’s LeBron James of the Cleveland Cavaliers provided a dazzling dunk on a night that provided many dazzling moments…

February 15, 2015

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Americans end home world championships with 5 medals

Lindsey Vonn’s reaction Thursday in the women’s giant slalom pretty much summed up her world championships – and that of…

February 15, 2015

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Gordon wins pole for final Daytona 500 of his career

Jeff Gordon took a giant step toward making his final Daytona 500 a memorable one, winning the pole Sunday in…

February 15, 2015

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Grange storms back to win slalom in final event at worlds

Trailing by 0.88 seconds heading into the final run of the last race, Grange had no trouble with the low…

February 15, 2015

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Championships finale: Sunday’s men’s slalom

The last race of the two-week FIS Alpine World Ski Championships is the men’s slalom on Sunday. CHASING TOMBA: The…

February 14, 2015

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American Shiffrin defends worlds slalom title

After such a big win, Mikaela Shiffrin was at a complete loss. Her quandary? How to celebrate. Even after all…

February 14, 2015

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American Ligety makes history

American Ted Ligety was in fine form during the first run of the men’s giant slalom Friday at Beaver Creek…

February 13, 2015

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Core strength

Continuity leading to NBA success in 2015

February 11, 2015