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AP Sports Digest

Posted 11/14/25

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AP Sports Digest

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Here are the AP’s top sports stories that have moved or are planned to move today. All times U.S. Eastern. For up-to-the minute information on AP’s coverage, visit AP Newsroom’s Coverage Plan. Sports content can be found at http://newsroom.ap.org/page/APSports.

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UPCOMING

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FBN--VIKINGS-JEFFERSON

DESCRIPTION: EAGAN, Minn. — Justin Jefferson was uncharacteristically quiet for the Minnesota Vikings in their last game, an ugly loss at home to Baltimore, with frustration around the inconsistency of the offense apparent for him and the others around him. By Pro Football Writer Dave Campbell. UPCOMING: 500 words, photos.

UPCOMING: By 11/14/2025 2:00 p.m. EST, Text, Photo

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SOC--US-TRUSTY

DESCRIPTION: CHESTER, Pa. — Auston Trusty’s first experiences with Mark McKenzie and Brenden Aaronson were as young teens in a cramped youth team facility. Now 27, the defender is together with his long-time friends on the U.S. national team, trying to earn spots on next year’s World Cup roster. By Ronald Blum. UPCOMING: 800 words, photos.

UPCOMING: By 11/14/2025 3:00 p.m. EST, Text

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FBN--JETS-ANALYSIS

DESCRIPTION: The New York Jets’ modest two-game winning streak is over, but the questions about the quarterback position continue. Justin Fields and the passing offense had another dismal performance in a 27-14 loss to the New England Patriots on Thursday night. And that has some fans and media wondering if it’s time for Tyrod Taylor to start over Fields. By Pro Football Writer Dennis Waszak Jr.

UPCOMING: By 11/14/2025 5:00 p.m. EST, Text

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SOC-WCUP-EUROPEAN-QUALIFYING-ROUNDUP

DESCRIPTION: The Netherlands can secure a place at next year’s World Cup with a win over Poland in Group G of European qualifying. Meanwhile, in Group A, Germany will be guaranteed of a top-two finish if they beat Luxembourg and Northern Ireland fails to defeat Slovakia, or if Germany draws and Northern Ireland loses. UPCOMING. 400 words. By 2200GMT. By Samuel Petrequin.

UPCOMING: By 11/14/2025 5:00 p.m. EST, Text, Photo

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FBC--WISCONSIN-FRESHMAN DUO

DESCRIPTION: MADISON, Wis. - Cooper Catalano and Mason Posa believe they can help make Wisconsin a winner again. The freshman linebackers have offered ample evidence of that lately while finally providing Badgers fans something to cheer in an otherwise dismal season. Catalano and Posa have combined for 51 tackles and 3 1/2 sacks in the two games since they entered Wisconsin’s starting lineup. By Steve Megargee. UPCOMING: 700 words, with photos, expected by 6 p.m.

UPCOMING: By 11/14/2025 7:00 p.m. EST, Text, Photo

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GLF--BUTTERFIELD BERMUDA CHAMPIONSHIP

DESCRIPTION: SOUTHAMPTON, Bermuda — Adam Hadwin tries to build on his fast start in the second round of the Butterfield Bermuda Championship. UPCOMING: 300 words.

UPCOMING: By 11/14/2025 7:30 p.m. EST, Text

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GLF--LPGA TOUR

DESCRIPTION: BELLEAIR, Fla. — Haeran Ryu took the lead into the second round of The Annika, with Kai Trump trying to rebound from an opening 83 in her LPGA Tour debut. UPCOMING: 300 words.

UPCOMING: By 11/14/2025 7:30 p.m. EST, Text

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BKN--LAKERS-PELICANS

DESCRIPTION: NEW ORLEANS -- The Los Angeles Lakers visit the New Orleans Pelicans in NBA Cup play on Friday night. The Pelicans have lost three straight to sink to 2-9 on the season. By Brett Martel. UPCOMING: 300 words, photos.

UPCOMING: By 11/14/2025 8:00 p.m. EST, Text, Photo

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BKN--WARRIORS-SPURS

DESCRIPTION: The Golden State Warriors visit the San Antonio Spurs. 150 words, more on merit.

UPCOMING: By 11/14/2025 9:30 p.m. EST, Text, Photo

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OLY--FIG-SKATE AMERICA

DESCRIPTION: Jason Brown leads the U.S. men into Skate America with the short program in Lake Placid, New York, while the pairs also compete in the short program. Skate America is the penultimate event in the six-event Grand Prix season. By Dave Skretta. UPCOMING: 600 words, photos.

UPCOMING: By 11/14/2025 10:40 p.m. EST, Text

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BKC--GONZAGA-ARIZONA STATE

DESCRIPTION: TEMPE, Ariz. — No. 19 Gonzaga looks to follow up its win over No. 23 Creighton against Arizona State. By John Marshall. UPCOMING: 300 words, photos. Starts at 9 p.m. MT.

UPCOMING: By 11/14/2025 11:00 p.m. EST, Text

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FBC--T25-CLEMSON-LOUISVILLE

DESCRIPTION: LOUISVILLE, Ky. — No. 19 Louisville, coming off a loss, hosts Clemson on Friday night. By Steve Bittenbender. UPCOMING: 500 words, photos. Game starts at 7:30 p.m. EST.

UPCOMING: By 11/14/2025 11:00 p.m. EST, Text, Photo

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FBC--T25-MINNESOTA-OREGON

DESCRIPTION: EUGENE, Ore. -- Minnesota plays at No. 7 Oregon at Autzen Stadium. By Anne M. Peterson. Upcoming: 600 words and photos. Game starts at 9 p.m. EST.

UPCOMING: By 11/14/2025 11:59 p.m. EST, Text

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BKC--T25-ARIZONA-UCLA

DESCRIPTION: INGLEWOOD, Calif. — No. 15 UCLA plays No. 5 Arizona as part of a doubleheader at Intuit Dome. By Beth Harris. UPCOMING: 300 words, photos. Game starts at 10 p.m. EST.

UPCOMING: By 11/14/2025 11:59 p.m. EST, Text

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NEW AND DEVELOPING

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US--OAKLAND COLLEGE SHOOTING

Suspect arrested in shooting of ‘Last Chance U’ coach John Beam, Oakland police say

SUMMARY: The Oakland Police Department says a suspect has been arrested in the shooting of college football coach John Beam, known from Netflix’s “Last Chance U.” Beam remains in critical condition after being shot on the school’s campus. This marks the second school shooting in Oakland in two days. Oakland Mayor Barbara Lee praised Beam as a mentor and community leader. Two of Beam’s former players, now in the NFL, expressed their support on social media. Beam, who started at Laney College in 2004, has helped 20 players reach the NFL.

WORDS: 303 - MOVED: 11/14/2025 1:40 p.m. EST

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HKN--LIGHTNING-PANTHERS RIVALRY

The Lightning are coming to play the Panthers, for the first time since preseason penalty-fest

SUMMARY: Tampa Bay Lightning forward Scott Sabourin is set to face the Florida Panthers again, reigniting a heated rivalry. Sabourin became infamous during a preseason game on October 4, when chaos erupted, leading to 65 penalties and 13 game misconducts. Sabourin’s altercation with Aaron Ekblad sparked the melee. Sabourin, recently called up by the Lightning, is expected to play against the Panthers on Saturday. Both teams have a history of fierce competition, with each reaching the Stanley Cup Finals multiple times in recent years. Panthers coach Paul Maurice acknowledges the intensity, saying it adds energy to their matchups.

WORDS: 876 - MOVED: 11/14/2025 1:37 p.m. EST

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FBN--SINNETT’S STARDOM

Sinnett: From not quite making it in NFL to ending his career with record-breaking season in Europe

SUMMARY: Quarterback Reid Sinnett has been going around Madrid helping to promote American football ahead of Sunday’s NFL game between the Miami Dolphins and the Washington Commanders. Sinnett never got to play a regular-season game with any of the NFL teams he was a part of, but the 28-year-old American did thrive with the Madrid Bravos in the European League of Football last season. He broke records and was named the league’s MVP. It was the perfect way to end his career, and it made him a local football star.

WORDS: 972 - MOVED: 11/14/2025 1:00 p.m. EST

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BBO--MOST VALUABLE PLAYER AWARD

Ohtani is unanimous MVP for 4th time in winning NL honor as Judge edges Raleigh for 3rd AL accolade

SUMMARY: Two-way star Shohei Ohtani won his fourth MVP award in a unanimous vote for the National League honor and Aaron Judge earned the American League accolade for the third time. Ohtani won a MVP for the third straight year, his second in the NL with the Los Angeles Dodgers after two in the AL with the Los Angeles Angels. All four have been unanimous. Judge became the New York Yankees’ fourth three-time winner, edging Seattle’s Cal Raleigh with 17 first-place votes to 13 for the switch-hitting catcher. The vote was the closest for an MVP since the Angels’ Mike Trout topped Houston’s Alex Bregman by 17-13 in 2019.

WORDS: 804 - MOVED: 11/14/2025 12:57 p.m. EST

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FBN--JETS-PATRIOTS

TreVeyon Henderson scores 3 TDs, Patriots beat Jets 27-14 for 8th straight win

SUMMARY: The New England Patriots are winners of eight straight games. Rookie TreVeyon Henderson rushed for two touchdowns and made a TD catch as the Patriots beat the New York Jets 27-14 on Thursday night. Drake Maye threw for 281 yards and a TD. New England is 9-2, the best record in the NFL pending this weekend’s games. The Patriots matched their longest winning streak since Tom Brady’s final season with the team in 2019. New York’s Justin Fields threw a touchdown pass to John Metchie III but was otherwise ineffective through the air as the Jets fell to 2-8.

WORDS: 820 - MOVED: 11/14/2025 12:57 p.m. EST

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BKC--T25-BYU-DAVIS ARRESTED

Kennard Davis Jr. of No. 7 BYU arrested on suspicion of DUI

SUMMARY: BYU starting guard Kennard Davis Jr. was arrested on suspicion of DUI following a crash. A Provo police department release said Davis suffered minor injuries and was charged with driving under the influence after being taken to the police station. BYU issued a statement saying the school was aware of the allegations and looking into the situation. It was unclear if Davis traveled with the seventh-ranked Cougars to play No. 3 UConn in Boston on Saturday nor if the alleged offense would impact his standing on the team.

WORDS: 194 - MOVED: 11/14/2025 12:30 p.m. EST

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BOX--PARKER-DRUG TEST

Former world heavyweight boxing champion Joseph Parker failed drug test, promoter says

SUMMARY: Queensberry Promotions says former world heavyweight boxing champion Joseph Parker failed a drug test on the day of his loss to Fabio Wardley. British fighter Wardley stopped his opponent from New Zealand in the 11th round at the O2 Arena in London on Oct. 25. It was a fight to determine who would become WBO mandatory challenger to undisputed world champion Oleksandr Usyk. Parker became the WBO champion in 2016 when he beat Andy Ruiz Jr. on a majority decision. He then lost the title to Anthony Joshua in March 2018 at the Principality Stadium in Cardiff.

WORDS: 240 - MOVED: 11/14/2025 11:01 a.m. EST

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SOC--RUBIALES-EGGS

Former Spanish soccer boss Rubiales egged by uncle at book presentation

SUMMARY: Luis Rubiales has been pelted by eggs thrown by his own uncle as the former head of Spain’s soccer federation presented a memoir relating his downfall after kissing a player at the 2023 Women’s World Cup. Rubiales was seated on a stool on a low stage when he jumped up to avoid three eggs and was hit in the back. Rubiales says his attacker was his uncle. Earlier this year Rubiales was found guilty of sexual assault for the unsolicited kiss of Spain forward Jenni Hermoso by a Spanish court. He denies wrongdoing.

WORDS: 375 - MOVED: 11/14/2025 7:34 a.m. EST

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FBN--ON FOOTBALL-UNHAPPY AJ

A.J. Brown’s constant complaining hasn’t prevented the Eagles from winning but it’s not helping

SUMMARY: A.J. Brown is right that the Philadelphia Eagles need to fix their offense. His constant complaining isn’t helping the situation, though. Brown has made it clear through cryptic posts on social media and public comments that he’s not happy with his role. It hasn’t been a distraction to the team — yet. There was drama surrounding Brown last season when veteran pass rusher Brandon Graham said on his radio show that Brown and Jalen Hurts had a damaged relationship. It didn’t stop the Eagles from winning the Super Bowl. And, they’ve continued winning.

WORDS: 845 - MOVED: 11/14/2025 6:00 a.m. EST

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CB--DOMINICAN REPUBLIC-BASEBALL BETTING

Illegal bets in the Dominican Republic come under scrutiny after MLB pitchers arrested

SUMMARY: Baseball and bets go hand-in-hand in the Dominican Republic, where professional athletes, musicians and even legislators go public with their wagers. For every legal bet in the Caribbean country, officials estimate there are countless more illegal ones. It’s a widespread practice that has come under scrutiny following U.S. federal indictments of Cleveland Guardians pitchers Emmanuel Clase and Luis Ortiz. They are accused of taking bribes from unnamed sports bettors in the Dominican Republic to throw certain pitches and help those bettors win at least $460,000. Ortiz has pleaded not guilty, while Clase’s attorney has said his client is innocent.

WORDS: 658 - MOVED: 11/14/2025 6:00 a.m. EST

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BBO--OHTANI-JAPAN REACTS

Shohei Ohtani’s 4th MVP award sparks celebrations in Japan

SUMMARY: It’s become an annual ritual: Shohei Ohtani wins a Most Valuable Player award and Japan celebrates with newspaper extra editions being handed out at a major train station. The two-way Japanese star claimed his fourth career MVP award and the extras have hit the streets in Tokyo. Congratulatory messages came in immediately from the top of the government and from down on the sidewalk.

WORDS: 391 - MOVED: 11/14/2025 5:24 a.m. EST

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SOC--PORTUGAL-RONALDO’S RED

Ronaldo risks ban at World Cup after red card for elbowing Ireland defender in qualifying game

SUMMARY: Cristiano Ronaldo is at serious risk of being banned for the first game of the 2026 World Cup if Portugal qualifies as expected. The soccer superstar was sent off for elbowing Ireland defender Dara O’Shea in the second half of a qualifying game Thursday that Portugal lost 2-0 in Dublin. Ronaldo will serve a mandatory one-game ban imposed for any red card when Portugal hosts Armenia on Sunday knowing a win will secure a place at the World Cup hosted by the United States, Canada and Mexico. FIFA disciplinary rules require its judges to impose a ban of “at least two matches for serious foul play.”

WORDS: 353 - MOVED: 11/14/2025 4:11 a.m. EST

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BBO--EMIRATES-BASEBALL UNITED

The Dune of Dreams: Upstart league Baseball United hosts inaugural game in Dubai with its own rules

SUMMARY: Baseball United has launched its inaugural season in Dubai, aiming to bring baseball to the Middle East. The league, featuring four teams, kicks off Friday at the new Barry Larkin Field. The Mumbai Cobras will face the Karachi Monarchs, drawing on the sporting rivalry between India and Pakistan. The league introduces novel rules to speed up games and attract fans. All games will be played at a stadium in Dubai’s desert, with environmental concerns leading to an artificial field. Baseball United hopes to capture interest in a region dominated by soccer and cricket.

WORDS: 879 - MOVED: 11/14/2025 3:03 a.m. EST

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MOVING TOMORROW ___

—SOC--WCup-European-Qualifying-Roundup

—SOC--Paraguay-US (friendly)

—College football

—College basketball

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