Tiger Woods returns to Greensboro for Wyndham Championship
Rainy conditions do not deter a packed crowd as Tiger Woods arrives for the Wyndham Championship in Greensboro. The event draws attention with Woods in North Carolina for the first time in over three years, amid a strong field and high expectations for FedEx Cup implications.
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Pierre-Paul remains absent as Giants camp stalls hopes
The Giants have not received Pierre-Paul at camp amid ongoing uncertainty about his hand injuries from the July 4 fireworks incident. Reports say his right index finger was amputated with a broken thumb and burns needing grafts. He has not signed his franchise tag and remains a free agent, signaling a return only when he believes he can play.
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Jerome Simpson suspended six games by NFL
Santa Clara California Jerome Simpson 49ers wide receiver is suspended six games for violations of the NFL substance abuse policy. The team noted a likely earlier suspension and he may return to the active roster on October 19 after a home game versus the Baltimore Ravens. He can participate in preseason practices and games. Simpson aged 29 was a candidate for No 3 receiver behind Anquan Boldin and Torrey Smith and previously served a three game suspension with Minnesota before being released.
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UNC linebacker Tyrell Tomlin declared academically ineligible
North Carolina announced sophomore Tyrell Tomlin is no longer enrolled after being ruled academically ineligible. The Marietta Georgia native collected four tackles as a freshman and was listed as co backup to Shakeel Rashad at strongside linebacker on the depth chart.
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Rangers offer $4.50 tickets for Holland return
Arlington Texas The Texas Rangers bring left hander Derek Holland back to the rotation for today's series finale against Seattle after his shoulder injury. He will face lefty Mike Montgomery as attendance for the opening two games slipped under 20,000. Tickets in Upper Box Upper Reserved and Grandstand Reserved are $4.50 with code HOLLAND and can be bought at the ballpark or online.
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Blind boy Christopher Duffley sings anthem at Fenway
A 14 year old blind and autistic singer from Manchester New Hampshire named Christopher Duffley performed the national anthem before the Cleveland Indians at Boston Red Sox game at Fenway Park and earned a loud ovation from players and fans. Duffley was born prematurely weighing 1 pound 12 ounces and became blind due to Retinopathy of Prematurity.
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Cardinals Yon Heyward Out of Lineup Amid Hamstring Tightness
Cardinals outfielder Jason Heyward sat from the lineup as left hamstring tightness hindered him a day after leaving a game. Rookie Tommy Pham started center field against the Giants while Heyward restarts rehab, with Grichuk Holliday and Jay sidelined by injuries. Pham earned the start over Bourjos after strong Triple-A Memphis form prior to his recall.
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Missouri receivers suffer injuries ahead of scrimmage
Missouri football players deal with injuries in practice as J M Moore sprains left shoulder and misses pads, DeSean Blair sprains left ankle remains limited, and Jonathon Johnson ankle sprain in walking cast and crutches. Johnson out indefinitely while final scrimmage set for Aug 27 at Faurot Field.
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VanDeWeghe Promoted to NBA Executive Vice President
Kiki VanDeWeghe is elevated to executive vice president of basketball operations for the NBA, moving from senior VP. He joined the league in 2013 after GM roles with the Nets and Nuggets, with Adam Silver praising his analytics impact on scheduling and player health. Joel Litvin to step down September 1, Rod Thorn retired earlier this month. VanDeWeghe and Mike Bantam will report to Litvin’s replacement.
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Royals at Cincinnati and Sporting KC host San Jose
Kansas City Royals play at Cincinnati at 6 10 p m Thursday. Sporting Kansas City welcomes San Jose Earthquakes for a 7 30 p m kickoff as the schedule highlights tonight's action.
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KU Sports Contacts and Editors List
This item lists staff and contact emails for Kansas sports coverage including Tom Keegan Andrew Hartsock Gary Bedore Matt Tait Benton Smith Bobby Nightengale and Keith Rightengale with associated domain ljworld com KUSports com and school coverage contacts.
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Gaedel Makes Notable Plate Appearance With Browns
Eddie Gaedel, 65 pounds and 3-foot-7, bats as pinch hitter for St. Louis Browns in 1951. He walks on four pitches from Detroit Tigers pitcher Bob Cain and is replaced by pinch runner Jim Delsing. The stunt, organized by Bill Veeck, later led to a ban though it complied with the rules.
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