Jaxson Dart's knee injury is still being evaluated, Giants coach John Harbaugh says
Jaxson Dart's injured left knee is being evaluated and no decisions have been made, New York Giants coach John Harbaugh said after the starting quarterback exited the game at Los Angeles on Monday night. Harbaugh on Tuesday refused to confirm an ESPN report that Dart's injury is worse than the initial diagnosis of a sprained medial collateral ligament. Harbaugh said the team would reveal details and a timeframe in due time after the evaluation is complete. Harbaugh expressed confidence in backup Jameis Winston's ability to step in for however long Dart is out.
Bears quarterback Tyson Bagent placed in the NFL concussion protocol, AP source says
CHICAGO (AP) — Chicago Bears quarterback Tyson Bagent has been placed in the NFL concussion protocol, according to a person familiar with the situation, adding another wrinkle to the team’s plans for Monday night’s game against Philadelphia. The person confirmed Bagent’s status to The Associated Press on condition of anonymity because the Bears hadn’t released their first injury report of the week. Bagent was expected to practice with Chicago’s starters after Caleb Williams left Sunday’s 9-3 loss to Minnesota with a right hamstring injury. If Williams and Bagent are unable to play Monday night, the Bears likely would turn to Case Keenum.
Tuesday's MLB clinching scenarios: Rays can lock up AL East, while Cubs and Padres seek wild cards
Major League Baseball’s postseason is rapidly approaching, with the Los Angeles Dodgers seeking a third straight World Series title. It remains to be seen how much some of the game’s biggest stars will be able to participate in the playoffs, though. The Dodgers are once again among the best teams in the big leagues, and they’ll have several challengers in October, including the Milwaukee Brewers and Tampa Bay Rays. All three teams could finish the regular season with 100 wins or more. Los Angeles is rolling even though four-time MVP Shohei Ohtani’s health is a concern.
Dodgers' Ohtani set for return Wednesday after IL stint; Roberts says he's 'considerably' better
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Shohei Ohtani is expected to return to the Los Angeles Dodgers' lineup on Wednesday after recovering from right biceps inflammation and left knee soreness. Manager Dave Roberts says Ohtani is feeling "considerably" better. The Dodgers clinched their 13th NL West title in 14 years without Ohtani, who was in Los Angeles for treatment when the team beat Cincinnati last week. Ohtani is likely to resume his role as leadoff hitter, especially against right-handed pitching. Mookie Betts has been filling that spot, hitting .373 this month.
Caitlin Clark and Kelsey Mitchell help Fever keep home-court hope alive with 96-77 win over Lynx
INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — Caitlin Clark had 27 points and nine assists while Kelsey Mitchell added 20 points to her WNBA single-season scoring record as the Indiana Fever beat the Minnesota Lynx 96-77. Indiana kept alive its faint hopes of earning the No. 4 seed in the playoffs and home-court advantage in the first round for at least one more day. It also prevented the Lynx from clinching the No. 1 seed, at least until after the Golden State plays later Tuesday. Mitchell extended her league record to 27 consecutive games. The Lynx played without Olivia Miles because of a calf injury.
Rays clinch 5th AL East title with 6-1 victory at Yankee Stadium in 2nd game of doubleheader
NEW YORK (AP) — The Tampa Bay Rays clinched their fifth division title with a 6-1 victory over the New York Yankees in second game of a day-night doubleheader Tuesday as Drew Rasmussen allowed one hit in 6 2/3 innings and Yandy Díaz hit a pair of two-run singles. The Rays won the AL East for the first time since 2021 and beat that team by three days with the earliest division clincher in team history. Tampa Bay also won division crowns in the pandemic-shortened 2020 season along with 2010 and 2008, when it reached the World Series and had the first winning season in team history.
Scottie Scheffler is the dominant player in golf. The Cups have been another matter
MEDINAH, Ill. (AP) — Scottie Scheffler has been dominating golf more than anyone since Tiger Woods. He's also starting to draw comparisons with Woods in team play. Scheffler has a 6-11-4 record in the four Presidents Cups and Ryder Cups he has played. Some of that he chalks up to the fickle nature of match play. He also wonders if he's trying too hard. Individual records aren't a big concern. And U.S. captain Brandt Snedeker is not the least bit worried. He says Scheffler just needs to be comfortable and play like he always does. He also says one player won't make the difference.
Arizona State report shows training plan not submitted before hockey player's collapse
TEMPE, Ariz. (AP) — Arizona State hockey coaches were present when a player collapsed during an outdoor workout, but plans for the training session were not submitted to the school, according to a preliminary issued by the university. Matthew Mayich collapsed during a workout on Aug. 20 and still remains hospitalized with what family attorney Rob Carey said was exertional heat stroke that reduced flow of oxygen to his brain. He is unlikely to recover, Carey said. The Arizona State police department is investigating the incident and a report will be sent to the Maricopa County Attorney’s Office for independent review when complete.
Deion Sanders dismisses a few players after Colorado’s 1st loss, school says process not finalized
BOULDER, Colo. (AP) — Deion Sanders said he has dismissed a few players from Colorado's football team following their first loss at Northwestern. The school says the process isn't finalized yet and an updated roster will be released later in the week. Sanders, the coach of the Buffaloes, didn't name the players but cited a pattern of behavior as the reason. He emphasized the importance of team conduct and accountability. Defensive back Ben Finneseth apologized on behalf of the team in regard to negative comments caught on video about Northwestern’s temporary stadium. Sanders expressed frustration with the team's penalties and turnovers in the loss. He stressed the need for discipline as they prepare for Saturday's game at Baylor.
Rockies become the first team since the Mets from 1962-65 with 4 straight 100-loss seasons
DENVER (AP) — The Colorado Rockies lost 7-2 to the Arizona Diamondbacks on Tuesday. The Rockies became just the fifth club in major league history to lose at least 100 games in four consecutive seasons and the first to do so since the New York Mets in their expansion season of 1962 through 1965. It’s the latest low for a franchise that has made the playoffs just twice since 2010 and hasn’t won a playoff series since a memorable run to the World Series in 2007.
