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BC's James Hagens scores twice, US beats Slovakia 6-5 in world junior hockey

BC's James Hagens scores twice, US beats Slovakia 6-5 in world junior hockey

The Associated Press  |  Updated Dec. 29 - 7:08 p.m.  |  Save Story

Boston College forward James Hagens scored in a 1:03 span late in the second period and early in the third and the United States overcame a two-goal deficit to beat Slovakia 6-5 on Monday night in the world junior hockey championship.
Nuggets star Nikola Jokic hurts left knee, limps off court at halftime in Miami

Nuggets star Nikola Jokic hurts left knee, limps off court at halftime in Miami

Tim Reynolds, Associated Press  |  Updated Dec. 29 - 7:00 p.m.  |  Save Story

Denver star Nikola Jokic limped off the court at halftime of the Nuggets' game in Miami on Monday night, after appearing to hurt his left knee with about three seconds left before the intermission.
Father of NASCAR driver Denny Hamlin dies after house fire, mother critically injured

Father of NASCAR driver Denny Hamlin dies after house fire, mother critically injured

Gary D. Robertson And Adrian Sainz, Associated Press  |  Updated Dec. 29 - 6:52 p.m.  |  Save Story

The father of NASCAR driver Denny Hamlin died and his mother was critically injured after a weekend fire heavily damaged the North Carolina home where they lived, officials said Monday.
Host Morocco and South Africa join Egypt in Africa Cup knockout stage as Salah gets a rest

Host Morocco and South Africa join Egypt in Africa Cup knockout stage as Salah gets a rest

CiarÁn Fahey, Associated Press  |  Updated Dec. 29 - 5:28 p.m.  |  Save Story

Host nation Morocco and South Africa advanced to the Africa Cup of Nations' knockout stage on Monday, when Egypt star Mohamed Salah got a rest with his team already through.
Rain could be an unwelcome entry at the Rose Parade on New Year's Day. Bundle up for NYC ball drop

Rain could be an unwelcome entry at the Rose Parade on New Year's Day. Bundle up for NYC ball drop

Ed White, Associated Press  |  Updated Dec. 29 - 4:41 p.m.  |  Save Story

For the first time in 20 years, rain could be an intruder at the Rose Parade in Southern California, a venerable New Year's Day event that attracts thousands of spectators and is watched by millions more on TV.
Marcus Freeman will return to Notre Dame after having his contract restructured, school confirms

Marcus Freeman will return to Notre Dame after having his contract restructured, school confirms

The Associated Press  |  Posted Dec. 29 - 4:36 p.m.  |  Save Story

Notre Dame has restructured coach Marcus Freeman's contract and he will coach the Fighting Irish next season, the school confirmed on Monday.
Former world heavyweight champion Anthony Joshua is 'stable' after 2 die in car accident in Nigeria

Former world heavyweight champion Anthony Joshua is 'stable' after 2 die in car accident in Nigeria

Ope Adetayo, Associated Press  |  Updated Dec. 29 - 3:43 p.m.  |  Save Story

Anthony Joshua, the two-time former world heavyweight champion from Britain, is in a stable condition in the hospital after being involved in a car crash in Nigeria that killed two people who were close friends and team members. Eddie Hearn's Matchroom Boxing said on X that Joshua "sustained injuries in the accident and was taken to hospital for checks and treatment" and he will "remain there for observation." It named Sina Ghami and Latif Ayodele as the two passengers who had died. The crash occurred Monday on the Lagos-Ibadan Expressway at about 11 a.m. local time. Nigeria is the homeland of Joshua's parents. Joshua recently beat YouTuber-turned-boxer Jake Paul in Miami. Paul says he's "praying for the lost lives, AJ and anyone impacted" by the accident.
Harbaugh hopes Jackson can return after Huntley's big win: 'If Lamar's ready to go, he's playing.'

Harbaugh hopes Jackson can return after Huntley's big win: 'If Lamar's ready to go, he's playing.'

Noah Trister, Associated Press  |  Posted Dec. 29 - 3:42 p.m.  |  Save Story

John Harbaugh said he had some coaches and players over to watch the Pittsburgh-Cleveland game that could have eliminated his Baltimore Ravens from the playoffs.
First-half blitz sends Roma into top four of Serie A with 3-1 win over Genoa

First-half blitz sends Roma into top four of Serie A with 3-1 win over Genoa

The Associated Press  |  Posted Dec. 29 - 3:08 p.m.  |  Save Story

Roma scored three times in a one-sided first half to beat Genoa 3-1 on Monday and move into fourth place in Serie A.
USC's Lincoln Riley says Notre Dame is to blame for discontinuation of rivalry with the Trojans

USC's Lincoln Riley says Notre Dame is to blame for discontinuation of rivalry with the Trojans

Raul Dominguez, Associated Press  |  Posted Dec. 29 - 3:02 p.m.  |  Save Story

Notre Dame is responsible for the pause in the near 100-year rivalry with USC, Trojans coach Lincoln Riley emphatically stated.
Andy Reid plans to return as Chiefs coach next season

Andy Reid plans to return as Chiefs coach next season

Dave Skretta, Associated Press  |  Updated Dec. 29 - 1:51 p.m.  |  Save Story

Kansas City Chiefs coach Andy Reid said Monday that he plans to return next season, batting away any thought of an impending retirement by making a tongue-in-cheek joke about his status with a franchise he has led to three Super Bowl titles.
150 million World Cup ticket requests received by FIFA, Infantino says

150 million World Cup ticket requests received by FIFA, Infantino says

Karan Prashant Saxena and Chiranjit Ojha, Reuters  |  Posted Dec. 29 - 1:03 p.m.  |  Save Story

FIFA President Gianni Infantino defended the ticket prices for next year's World Cup in the United ​States, Canada and Mexico, citing heavy demand for them and the revenue generated for the sport around the world.
Colorado hires New Mexico's Fernando Lovo to succeed Rick George as athletic director

Colorado hires New Mexico's Fernando Lovo to succeed Rick George as athletic director

The Associated Press  |  Posted Dec. 29 - 12:09 p.m.  |  Save Story

Colorado hired Fernando Lovo away from New Mexico to succeed Rick George as athletic director, the school announced Monday.
Ole Miss defense looks to redeem a humiliating showing against Georgia in the Sugar Bowl

Ole Miss defense looks to redeem a humiliating showing against Georgia in the Sugar Bowl

Chris Burrows, Associated Press  |  Posted Dec. 29 - 12:04 p.m.  |  Save Story

Redemption will be on the minds of Mississippi Rebels defensive players when they meet third-ranked Georgia at Thursday's Sugar Bowl in the quarterfinals of the College Football Playoff.
Tiger Woods at 50: Players recall one shot they can't forget

Tiger Woods at 50: Players recall one shot they can't forget

Doug Ferguson, Associated Press  |  Posted Dec. 29 - 4:02 a.m.  |  Save Story

Memories from players who competed against Tiger Woods and the shots that stand out in honor of Woods turning 50 on Dec. 30:
Tiger Woods turns 50. It's the one time golf's greats can relate to him

Tiger Woods turns 50. It's the one time golf's greats can relate to him

Doug Ferguson, Associated Press  |  Posted Dec. 29 - 4:00 a.m.  |  Save Story

Talk to any golfer who played against Tiger Woods and there is sure to be at least one story about one shot so sublime they were certain it could not be hit by them or anyone else.
Kawhi Leonard scores career-best 55 points, ties Clippers' franchise record

Kawhi Leonard scores career-best 55 points, ties Clippers' franchise record

Doug Padilla, Associated Press  |  Posted Dec. 28 - 11:40 p.m.  |  Save Story

Close to grabbing a franchise record all for himself, Kawhi Leonard elected to take a pass in order to be fresh for another day.
Bears' heartbreaking loss to 49ers costs them chance at top seed in NFC playoffs

Bears' heartbreaking loss to 49ers costs them chance at top seed in NFC playoffs

Josh Dubow, Associated Press  |  Posted Dec. 28 - 11:15 p.m.  |  Save Story

The game couldn't have started much better for the Chicago Bears after getting a pick-6 on the first play.
Trevor Lawrence runs for 2 scores as Jaguars close in on AFC South title with 23-17 win over Colts

Trevor Lawrence runs for 2 scores as Jaguars close in on AFC South title with 23-17 win over Colts

Michael Marot, Associated Press  |  Updated Dec. 28 - 10:57 p.m.  |  Save Story

Trevor Lawrence took the Jacksonville Jaguars back to the playoffs with his nearly flawless work through the air.
Philip Rivers is happy he got 3 'bonus games' even if he's made his last start for the Colts

Philip Rivers is happy he got 3 'bonus games' even if he's made his last start for the Colts

Michael Marot, Associated Press  |  Updated Dec. 28 - 10:55 p.m.  |  Save Story

Philip Rivers has made the postgame walk to answer tough questions dozens of times over his previous 17 NFL seasons.