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NFL's Saints fight to shield emails in Catholic abuse crisis The New Orleans Saints are going to court to keep the public from seeing hundreds of emails that allegedly show team executives doing public relations damage control for the area's Roman Catholic archdiocese to help it contain the fallout from a burgeoning sexual abuse crisis. by Associated Press Published Jan. 25 2020 @ 4:39am

'It would be special' | Doncic shares rare air with James as All-Star Luka Doncic is set to be the youngest All-Star starter since LeBron James, yet another link between the Dallas sensation and the player he grew up admiring, even when he was already playing pro ball as a 16-year-old in Spain. by Associated Press Published Jan. 25 2020 @ 4:17am

This Day in Sports History This Day in Sports History for Jan. 25, 2020 by Associated Press Published Jan. 25 2020 @ 4:11am

Sportstats Sportstats for Jan, 25, 2020 by Associated Press Published Jan. 25 2020 @ 4:09am

AUSTRALIAN OPEN | DAY 5 Coco Gauff of the U.S. makes a return to defending champion Naomi Osaka of Japan during their third-round match at the Australian Open on Friday in Melbourne, Australia. by Associated Press Published Jan. 25 2020 @ 4:07am

A hands-off approach | Garoppolo gets 49ers to Super Bowl - but not with throws Maybe it was fitting that Jimmy Garoppolo did his best Bob Griese impersonation in the victory that sent the San Francisco 49ers to Griese's old stomping grounds in Miami for the Super Bowl. by Associated Press Published Jan. 24 2020 @ 4:09am

This Day in Sports History This Day in Sports History for Jan. 24, 2020 by Associated Press Published Jan. 24 2020 @ 4:04am

Suggs set for Bowl after joining Chiefs There was a moment during practice last week, while the Kansas City Chiefs were prepping for their AFC title game against Tennessee, that caused linebackers coach Matt House to seek out defensive coordinator Steve Spagnuolo. by Associated Press Published Jan. 24 2020 @ 4:04am

Zion's debut imbues hope into Pelicans | Zion 'a big part' of New Orleans' plans, veteran guard Holiday says| Zion Williamson's sublime 17-point surge in a span of barely more than three minutes could very well become part of New Orleans' pro sports lore - even if the final score won't. by Associated Press Published Jan. 24 2020 @ 4:03am

Kyrgios barks, mocks his way to 3rd round Love him or hate him, and make no mistake, there are plenty in each camp, Nick Kyrgios never allows for a dull moment when he's on a tennis court, whether it's shot selection, showmanship, momentum swings, barking at his entourage or mocking another player not even involved in the match at hand. by Associated Press Published Jan. 24 2020 @ 4:02am

Weary Wizards down Cavaliers Bradley Beal scored 36 points and the weary Washington Wizards, overcoming an overtime loss and early-morning arrival in town, defeated the Cleveland Cavaliers 124-112 on Thursday night. by Associated Press Published Jan. 24 2020 @ 4:00am

James, Antetokounmpo are All-Star captains again It'll be an All-Star rematch: Team LeBron vs. Team Giannis. by Associated Press Published Jan. 24 2020 @ 3:59am

Sportstats Sportstats for Jan, 24, 2020 by Associated Press Published Jan. 24 2020 @ 3:58am

Woods opens with 69 at Torrey to start new year Tiger Woods had his lowest opening round of the year since 2011. It wasn't enough to be among the leaders Thursday at the Farmers Insurance Open, but it was fine with him. by Associated Press Published Jan. 24 2020 @ 3:02am

Most dangerous lead in hockey? This season, it's all of them Joel Quenneville remembers years past when NHL teams leading going into the third period could feel comfortable chalking up two points. A win was a pretty sure bet. by Associated Press Published Jan. 24 2020 @ 3:00am

Manning announces retirement | 'We are beyond grateful for his contributions,' Giants' president says of Super Bowl champion Eli Manning, who led the New York Giants to two Super Bowls in a 16-year career that saw him set almost every team passing record, has retired. by Associated Press Published Jan. 23 2020 @ 4:36am

This Day in Sports History This Day in Sports History for Jan. 23, 2020 by Associated Press Published Jan. 23 2020 @ 4:34am

Torrey Pines feels like season opener A small crowd that gathered in the morning chill made its way to the first tee to watch Tiger Woods start his pro-am round Wednesday at Torrey Pines. by Associated Press Published Jan. 23 2020 @ 4:31am

Sportstats Sportstats for Jan. 23, 2020 by Associated Press Published Jan. 23 2020 @ 4:31am

Rose, Jackson lead Pistons to 127-106 rout of reeling Kings Derrick Rose scored 22 points and Reggie Jackson added 22 points in his return to Pistons lineup, as Detroit beat Sacramento 127-106 on Wednesday night and dealt the Kings their sixth straight loss. by Associated Press Published Jan. 23 2020 @ 4:30am

Braves hoping Ozuna poised for repeat of career-best season Marcell Ozuna doesn't have to match his career-best numbers of 2017 or even meet the standards set by Josh Donaldson last season to make the Atlanta Braves feel good about their investment in the outfielder. by Associated Press Published Jan. 23 2020 @ 4:27am

Pro Bowl allows for position swap Pittsburgh's Cameron Heyward jogged through the end zone, stretched out his right arm and made a one-handed catch to start Pro Bowl practice Wednesday. by Associated Press Published Jan. 23 2020 @ 4:26am

Finally, the Super Bowl might be fun again Finally, the Super Bowl might be fun again. by Associated Press Published Jan. 23 2020 @ 4:25am