Another big Sho: Ohtani hits 2 homers, ties record with 4 extra-base hits in World Series Game 3
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Shohei Ohtani homered twice and tied a 119-year-old major league record with four extra-base hits in Game 3 of the World Series, putting on yet another historic postseason show at Dodger Stadium. Ohtani led off the bottom of the first inning with a ground-rule double to right field. He followed with a solo homer to right in the third inning off Toronto starter Max Scherzer and added an RBI double in the fifth off reliever Mason Fluharty during a tying rally for Los Angeles. Ohtani then hit a tying solo homer off Seranthony Domínguez with one out in the seventh.
Mahomes, Hunt lead Chiefs to dominant 28-7 win over Commanders, their 9th straight in the series
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — Patrick Mahomes threw for 299 yards and three touchdowns, and the Kansas City Chiefs beat the Washington Commanders 28-7. The game was tied at halftime, but Mahomes was nearly perfect after the break. Kareem Hunt found the end zone twice for Kansas City. One of Mahomes' TD passes was to Travis Kelce, giving him 83 scores to tie Priest Holmes for the Chiefs career record. The Chiefs have won four of five to move to 5-3. The Commanders fell to 1-4 on the road and 3-5 overall.
Gambling probe tests the resilience that helped Chauncey Billups soar to the Basketball Hall of Fame
DETROIT (AP) — Chauncey Billups earned a spot in the Basketball Hall of Fame a year ago, recognizing his resilience and clutch play in a championship-winning NBA career. His ability to bounce back and make all the right moves is being put to a different test by a gambling scandal. Billups was one of more than 30 people arrested last week for what federal law enforcement officials described as their involvement in various illicit gambling activities. The coach was alleged to have participated in a conspiracy to fix high-stakes poker games with ties to three Mafia families. His attorney denied the allegations.
Blue Jays' George Springer leaves Game 3 of World Series after injuring himself on a swing
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Toronto Blue Jays designated hitter George Springer left Game 3 of the World Series after injuring himself with a swing during the seventh inning. Springer was in pain after fouling off a first-pitch sinker from Los Angeles Dodgers reliever Justin Wrobleski. After Toronto’s medical staff came onto the field, Springer left through the Blue Jays’ dugout. Springer was hitless with two strikeouts in his first three at-bats of Game 3 at Dodger Stadium, where fans loudly booed him before each at-bat.
NBA starts review of policies after gambling-related arrests of Rozier, Billups
The NBA has started a review to protect the integrity of the game, players, and coaches following the arrests of Miami guard Terry Rozier and Portland coach Chauncey Billups. They were allegedly involved in gambling schemes. The league sent a memo to all teams, highlighting the need to reassess sports betting regulations. Nearly three dozen people, including Rozier and Billups, were arrested last week. The NBA is focusing on injury reports, which can be exploited by bettors. The league seeks to ensure players and coaches understand the risks of gambling and is seeking input from teams on how to proceed.
Markkanen scores a career-high 51 points to help the Jazz outlast the Suns 138-134 in OT
SALT LAKE CITY (AP) — Lauri Markkanen scored a career-high 51 points, the first Jazz player to reach 50 in the regular season since Karl Malone in 1998, and Utah beat the Phoenix Suns 138-134 in overtime on Monday night. Markkanen helped the Jazz recover after they blew a seven-point lead in the final 19 seconds of regulation, scoring seven points in the extra period. He also finished with 14 rebounds. Markkanen made all 17 free throws and topped his previous best of 49 points set on Jan. 5, 2023. It was the most by a Utah player in the regular season since Malone had 56 against Golden State on April 7, 1998.
Australia denies visa to Dutch Olympian convicted of child rape
MELBOURNE, Australia (AP) — Dutch Olympian Steven van de Velde has been denied a visa to compete in the beach volleyball world championships in Australia. The government announced Tuesday that his criminal record is the reason for the ban. Van de Velde was convicted in 2016 of raping a 12-year-old girl in Britain. Home Affairs Minister Tony Burke emphasized the importance of safety of the Australian community. Van de Velde acknowledged the decision and accepted it. His exclusion means his teammate Alexander Brouwer also won't compete. Volleyball Australia aims to focus on delivering a successful event, highlighting the participation of nine Australian teams.
Questionable NFL officiating again takes the spotlight in Week 8
An erroneous whistle took a defensive touchdown away from the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. An early whistle cost the New York Giants a fumble recovery on a tush push. It was a rough Sunday for NFL officials. Giants coach Brian Daboll was apoplectic after Darius Slayton was penalized for offensive pass interference, negating a 68-yard TD catch in the fourth quarter of a 38-20 loss to the Philadelphia Eagles. Cornerback Quinyon Mitchell held Slayton’s jersey and arm on the play but Slayton got flagged in one of the most egregious blown calls of the season.
Orioles hire Cleveland assistant Craig Albernaz as manager after finishing last in AL East
The Baltimore Orioles have hired Craig Albernaz as their manager. Albernaz, who turns 43 on Thursday, was previously an associate manager with the Cleveland Guardians. He was promoted to that role after serving as bench coach in 2024. Albernaz takes over a Baltimore team that still has plenty of potential despite sliding to 75 wins this year and a last-place finish in the AL East. The Orioles fired manager Brandon Hyde in May, and Tony Mansolino ran the team on an interim basis the rest of the way. Baltimore announced the move Monday.
Raiders legend George Atkinson, known for his fierce hits, dies at 78
George Atkinson, a hard-hitting former Raiders safety who struck fear in the opposition, has died. He was 78. The Raiders said Atkinson’s family informed the team of his death on Monday. The team said he died in Georgia without revealing a cause of death. Atkinson was a key part of the Raiders' "Soul Patrol" secondary in the 1970s, helping them win their first Super Bowl. Atkinson played 144 games, mostly with the Raiders, and was known for his physical play. He remained connected to the organization until his death.
