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Eagles rule out quarterback Jalen Hurts for Sunday's game against Carolina with a blood clot

Eagles rule out quarterback Jalen Hurts for Sunday's game against Carolina with a blood clot

Dan Gelston, Associated Press  |  Updated Oct. 15 - 4:01 p.m.  |  Save Story

The Philadelphia Eagles have ruled out quarterback Jalen Hurts for Sunday's game against Carolina because of a superficial blood clot. Hurts was injured two weeks ago against the Los Angeles Rams when he took a cleat to his calf. He traveled with the team to London for their game against Jacksonville and was cleared to play against the Jaguars. Hurts received treatment Monday and Tuesday this week when he returned to Philadelphia and was a full participant in Wednesday's practice. An ultrasound on Wednesday revealed movement in the clot. The Eagles said they would determine the appropriate course of treatment.
Dodgers shake up NLCS lineup, restoring Shohei Ohtani to leadoff with season on the line

Dodgers shake up NLCS lineup, restoring Shohei Ohtani to leadoff with season on the line

Beth Harris, Associated Press  |  Posted Oct. 15 - 3:27 p.m.  |  Save Story

One loss from elimination, the Los Angeles Dodgers restored Shohei Ohtani to the top of the batting order for Game 4 of the National League Championship Series on Thursday night.
Haas signs Rafael Camara to F1 seat to replace Esteban Ocon

Haas signs Rafael Camara to F1 seat to replace Esteban Ocon

Field Level Media  |  Updated Oct. 15 - 3:23 p.m.  |  Save Story

Oct 15 (Field Level Media) - Haas has signed 21-year-old ​Formula 2 driver Rafael Camara to fill its vacant Formula 1 seat starting in 2027.
Halpin's go-ahead homer flips Game 3 as Guardians beat Rays 3-2 for 2-1 AL Championship Series lead

Halpin's go-ahead homer flips Game 3 as Guardians beat Rays 3-2 for 2-1 AL Championship Series lead

Joe Reedy, Associated Press  |  Updated Oct. 15 - 3:21 p.m.  |  Save Story

Rookie Petey Halpin hit a go-ahead, two-run homer, Gavin Williams struck out nine over five innings and the Cleveland Guardians beat the Tampa Bay Rays 3-2 in Game 3 Thursday to take a 2-1 lead in the AL Championship Series.
US businessman whose firm invested in European soccer clubs pleads guilty to fraud

US businessman whose firm invested in European soccer clubs pleads guilty to fraud

Larry Neumeister, Associated Press  |  Posted Oct. 15 - 2:32 p.m.  |  Save Story

An American businessman whose firm invested in several European soccer clubs that struggled under its ownership pleaded guilty to fraud charges Thursday in New York and agreed to pay back $500 million in losses caused by the scheme.
NBA season to begin with 6 coaches in new places, including 3 first-time sideline bosses

NBA season to begin with 6 coaches in new places, including 3 first-time sideline bosses

Tim Reynolds, Associated Press  |  Posted Oct. 15 - 1:48 p.m.  |  Save Story

Dusty May is new to the NBA. He's not new to the NBA stage.
Packers running back Josh Jacobs sues to have evidence in his battery case permanently sealed

Packers running back Josh Jacobs sues to have evidence in his battery case permanently sealed

The Associated Press  |  Updated Oct. 15 - 12:48 p.m.  |  Save Story

Green Bay Packers running back Josh Jacobs has filed a lawsuit seeking to have evidence in his battery case permanently sealed.
Columbia suspends coach Megan Griffith for 3 games after review of coaching behavior

Columbia suspends coach Megan Griffith for 3 games after review of coaching behavior

Doug Feinberg, Associated Press  |  Updated Oct. 15 - 12:48 p.m.  |  Save Story

Columbia has suspended women's basketball coach Megan Griffith for the first three games of the upcoming season after a review determined she had coaching interactions with the team that didn't align with expectations, the university said Thursday.
At showdown FIFA meeting, Infantino apologizes for World Cup furor but leaves critics unhappy

At showdown FIFA meeting, Infantino apologizes for World Cup furor but leaves critics unhappy

Graham Dunbar, Associated Press  |  Updated Oct. 15 - 12:26 p.m.  |  Save Story

Gianni Infantino apologized to FIFA's ruling council on Thursday for "mistakes" in his secretive investment plan for the World Cup but didn't give details sought by his toughest critics who want to oust him as the president of soccer's governing body.
Carlos Alcaraz accepts wild-card berth in Vienna

Carlos Alcaraz accepts wild-card berth in Vienna

Field Level Media  |  Updated Oct. 15 - 12:24 p.m.  |  Save Story

Oct 15 (Field Level Media) - Carlos ​Alcaraz will compete at the ATP 500 Erste Bank Open in Vienna ‌for the first time since 2021 after accepting ⁠a wild card ​invitation.
Arizona State hires veteran NHL coach Dave Hakstol to lead program, Powers announces resignation

Arizona State hires veteran NHL coach Dave Hakstol to lead program, Powers announces resignation

The Associated Press  |  Posted Oct. 15 - 11:37 a.m.  |  Save Story

Arizona State has hired Colorado Avalanche assistant and former NHL head coach Dave Hakstol to lead its hockey program as the school investigates an outdoor workout that left a player on life support.
Congo protests Formula 1's 'indefensible' decision to race in Rwanda

Congo protests Formula 1's 'indefensible' decision to race in Rwanda

The Associated Press  |  Updated Oct. 15 - 11:12 a.m.  |  Save Story

Formula 1 will "polish the image of an authoritarian leader" if it goes ahead with plans to hold an African Grand Prix in Rwanda, the foreign minister of neighboring Congo, Thérèse Kayikwamba Wagner, said Thursday.
Baseball-Home of MLB's Blue Jays swaps bats for clubs as ballpark transforms into nine-hole golf course

Baseball-Home of MLB's Blue Jays swaps bats for clubs as ballpark transforms into nine-hole golf course

Reuters  |  Posted Oct. 15 - 10:53 a.m.  |  Save Story

Home runs will be swapped for holes-in-one at the ​home of Major League Baseball's Toronto Blue Jays when the domed stadium is transformed into a temporary ‌nine-hole golf course in January with shots launched from the stands at ⁠greens on the field ​below.
Miami's Darian Mensah is AP midseason All-America QB and UCLA puts 3 players on the first team

Miami's Darian Mensah is AP midseason All-America QB and UCLA puts 3 players on the first team

Eric Olson, Associated Press  |  Posted Oct. 15 - 10:49 a.m.  |  Save Story

Miami quarterback Darian Mensah was the overwhelming choice for first-team quarterback on The Associated Press midseason All-America team released Thursday. UCLA led all teams with three players on the top unit.
Jon Rahm will be free to leave LIV and pursue other opportunities under separation agreement

Jon Rahm will be free to leave LIV and pursue other opportunities under separation agreement

The Associated Press  |  Posted Oct. 15 - 10:34 a.m.  |  Save Story

Jon Rahm will be able to leave LIV Golf and pursue other opportunities under a separation agreement filed in a New Jersey bankruptcy court.
Haas signs Formula 2 leader Rafael Câmara to replace Esteban Ocon in F1 next season

Haas signs Formula 2 leader Rafael Câmara to replace Esteban Ocon in F1 next season

The Associated Press  |  Posted Oct. 15 - 10:26 a.m.  |  Save Story

American Formula 1 team Haas is going with youth instead of experience for 2027 after signing Formula 2 championship leader Rafael Câmara on Thursday to partner fellow youngster Oliver Bearman next season.
French soccer ethics body calls on fans to keep politics out of stadiums amid student protests

French soccer ethics body calls on fans to keep politics out of stadiums amid student protests

The Associated Press  |  Updated Oct. 15 - 9:49 a.m.  |  Save Story

The ethics body of the French soccer federation is urging fans to stay neutral amid the nationwide student protests that are drawing international attention.
ATP Tour proposes rule changes designed to reduce overplaying after injuries to Alcaraz and Sinner

ATP Tour proposes rule changes designed to reduce overplaying after injuries to Alcaraz and Sinner

Andrew Dampf, Associated Press  |  Posted Oct. 15 - 8:54 a.m.  |  Save Story

With tennis stars like Carlos Alcaraz and Jannik Sinner missing long stretches this year due to injury, the ATP Tour is proposing rule changes it says will "reduce the pressure to overplay and help players manage the demands of the season."
Vinícius Júnior says he's being targeted by referees, wants more protection for talented players

Vinícius Júnior says he's being targeted by referees, wants more protection for talented players

Tales Azzoni, Associated Press  |  Posted Oct. 15 - 6:12 a.m.  |  Save Story

Vinícius Júnior is not happy with how he is being treated by referees and wants more protection for talented players like himself, Lamine Yamal and Julián Álvarez.
Jake Bauers was ready to retire. Now, his relentless at-bats have Brewers on brink of World Series

Jake Bauers was ready to retire. Now, his relentless at-bats have Brewers on brink of World Series

Doug Padilla, Associated Press  |  Updated Oct. 15 - 5:37 a.m.  |  Save Story

Jake Bauers' new lease on life allows him to worry less and give more.