Sports

Astros' Verlander needs elbow surgery, likely out thru 2021 HOUSTON -- Houston Astros ace Justin Verlander will undergo Tommy John surgery and is expected to be out through the 2021 season, ending his bid to make a late ... by The Associated Press - September 20, 2020

Eagles fall at home to Magazine Cutter Morning Star fell behind in the second quarter, but the Eagles were unable to overcome Magazine at Eagle Field Friday night in a 38-23 loss. by From Staff Reports - September 20, 2020

Pogacar crushes Roglic to seal Tour de France title LA PLANCHE DES BELLES FILLES, France -- In an incredible climax to the Tour de France, Tadej Pogacar crushed fellow Slovenian Primoz Roglic in the last stage Sa... by The Associated Press - September 20, 2020

Lakeside XC has strong day at Mena MENA -- Lakeside took top honors at three of the four cross country races at the Tom Stuthard Stampede, hosted by Acorn High School last week. by From Staff Reports - September 20, 2020

California cool, Matthew Wolff
takes detour to US Open lead MAMARONECK, N.Y. -- Matthew Wolff might be too young to realize he's supposed to hit fairways to have a chance to win the U.S. Open. Or maybe he's so good it do... by The Associated Press - September 20, 2020

Strong second half key for Rams MALVERN -- After struggling in the first half of the game, Lakeside found its footing in the second half by shutting out Malvern for a 21-14 win at David Alpe F... by James Leigh - September 20, 2020

Celtics top Heat 117-106, cut East finals deficit to 2-1 LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. -- Getting big leads has been relatively easy for the Boston Celtics in these Eastern Conference finals. by The Associated Press - September 20, 2020

Trevor Lawrence throws 3 TD passes, No. 1 Clemson rolls CLEMSON, S.C. -- Trevor Lawrence threw for three touchdowns in just nine passing attempts to help No. 1 Clemson beat The Citadel 49-0 on Saturday. by The Associated Press - September 20, 2020

'Hit 'em!' Stars hammer Tampa 4-1 to open Stanley Cup Final EDMONTON, Alberta -- Dallas Stars players on the bench yelled at their teammates, "Hit 'em!" They did, over and over, the body checks and the shouts easily hear... by The Associated Press - September 20, 2020

Mel Reid takes 2-shot lead in Cambia Portland Classic PORTLAND, Ore. -- Mel Reid shot a 7-under 65 on her 33rd birthday Saturday to take a two-stroke lead over defending champion Hannah Green into the final round o... by The Associated Press - September 20, 2020

Pedro Santos, Gyasi Zardes score; Crew beat Nashville 2-0 COLUMBUS, Ohio -- Pedro Santos scored in the 50th minute to help the Columbus Crew beat Nashville SC 2-0 on Saturday night. by James Leigh - September 20, 2020

NBA Playoffs CONFERENCE FINALS(Best-of-7); x-if necessary)Eastern ConferenceMiami 2, Boston 1 September 20, 2020

NHL Stanley Cup Playoffs STANLEY CUP FINALS(Best-of-7)At Edmonton, AlbertaTampa Bay vs. Dallas September 20, 2020

Major League Baseball standings (standings following Sept. 19 games) by The Associated Press - September 20, 2020

Major League Soccer standings (standings following Sept. 19 games) by James Leigh - September 20, 2020