Sports news summaries — Page 29
Essential facts and source links for recent sports stories.
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Alek Thomas’s 10th-inning double clinches title for Oklahoma City Comets
Alek Thomas’s three-run double in the 10th lifted the Dodgers’ Oklahoma City Comets to a 5-3 win over the Rochester Red Wings in Las Vegas on Saturday night, clinching the Triple-A title. It was the first championship-game win by a Dodgers affiliate. -
Chris Simms draws backlash for saying Dante Moore slid late
Oregon quarterback Dante Moore was taken by ambulance to Los Angeles General Medical Center after USC’s Desman Stephens II was ejected for targeting. NBC analyst Chris Simms drew backlash for saying Moore’s late slide left Stephens in a “no-win situation.” -
Oregon’s 41-27 win deepens scrutiny of Lincoln Riley’s USC tenure
USC’s 41-27 home loss to Oregon on Saturday intensified scrutiny of Lincoln Riley’s fifth season. The Trojans allowed 28 second-half points and 289 passing yards to backup Dylan Raiola after a hit knocked out Dante Moore and got USC’s Desman Stephens ejected. -
Dolphins-Chiefs Week 3 game set for 1 p.m. ET on CBS
The Week 3 matchup between the Dolphins and Chiefs is scheduled for Sunday, Sept. 27, at 1 p.m. ET (noon CT) at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami. It will air regionally on CBS and stream on DIRECTV, fubo and Paramount+; DIRECTV and fubo offer free trials to new subscribers. -
Philipp Treu earns Tah's praise after Germany debut in 1-1 draw
Philipp Treu impressed at right-back on his Germany debut in Thursday’s 1-1 draw with the Netherlands, earning praise from teammate Jonathan Tah for his work along the flank. His display did not secure another start; Josha Vagnoman is also an option against Greece on Sunday. -
Arizona rallies from 14 down to beat Washington State 34-24
Arizona erased Washington State’s 14-point first-quarter lead and won 34-24 in Pullman, dropping WSU to 1-3. The Cougars led 17-14 at halftime, but Arizona built a 14-point lead in the second half before WSU’s late touchdown and Arizona’s field goal. -
Diamondbacks’ three-run ninth falls short in 10-7 loss to Padres
The Diamondbacks lost 10-7 to San Diego after a three-run ninth-inning rally, leaving them needing a win over the Padres in the regular-season finale and a Phillies loss to Tampa Bay to reach the postseason; either an Arizona loss or Philadelphia win eliminates them. -
Ndamukong Suh says he is ready to return if Josh Allen gives the word
Retired defensive tackle Ndamukong Suh told Buffalo Bills quarterback Josh Allen he is ready to return if Allen gives the word, after Allen asked him to help strengthen Buffalo’s run defense. Suh’s video was an offer, not an announced comeback. -
Kamario Taylor tells Mississippi State fans to 'be safe' after Missouri win
No. 24 Mississippi State beat No. 19 Missouri 31-24 to start the season 4-0. Sophomore quarterback Kamario Taylor threw for 360 yards and three touchdowns, then told fans after the game: “Y’all be safe, be smooth, and have a great night.” -
U.S. trails as Internationals take 10.5-7.5 lead into Presidents Cup Sunday
The U.S. will enter Sunday’s Presidents Cup trailing the Internationals 10.5-7.5 after failing to narrow the gap on Saturday. It is the first time the International team has led going into Sunday on U.S. soil; 12 points remain available. -
Devon Levi finishes Oilers preseason and leaves next move to Edmonton
Devon Levi finished his Edmonton Oilers preseason and is leaving the roster decision to the team, saying he is focused on his game. He feels more mature and ready after working with goalie coach Pete Aubry on staying in his net longer and trusting his reads. -
After Oregon’s 41-27 win, Lanning needles USC over Coliseum attendance
After Oregon’s 41-27 Week 4 win, Dan Lanning mocked Lincoln Riley’s claim that reports of sparse turnout at USC’s home opener were a smear campaign, saying the Coliseum fills when the Ducks visit. The report describes Saturday’s crowd as packed, unlike the opener. -
Nübel and Burkardt feature in Germany's projected XI for Greece
Germany's projected XI for Sunday's Nations League match against Greece includes Alexander Nübel in goal and Jonathan Burkardt up front. Jamal Musiala and Kai Havertz are unavailable through injury; kick-off is 7:45pm BST on 27 September at the WWK Arena. -
Kings pull away in third to beat Ducks 6-2 in preseason finale
The Los Angeles Kings beat the Anaheim Ducks 6-2 in Saturday’s preseason finale. Play was fairly even at five-on-five, but the Kings scored on two of four power plays, compared with Anaheim’s one on two, and Ducks mistakes helped Los Angeles pull away in the third. -
Russell accounts for five TDs in Alabama's 49-18 win over South Carolina
Alabama quarterback Keelon Russell completed 21 of 27 passes for 365 yards and four touchdowns without an interception, then added 35 rushing yards and a touchdown in a 49-18 win over South Carolina on Saturday. It was his fourth career start. -
UEFA injury rules shape Sunderland’s Europa League squad choices
UEFA rules let Sunderland temporarily alter its Europa League squad: up to one outfield player may be replaced through matchday six for absences of at least 60 days, preserving homegrown quotas; a goalkeeper can be replaced any time if an injury lasts at least 30 days. -
Mick Buxton returned to Roker as Jack Ditchburn became Sunderland president
Huddersfield boss Mick Buxton, a lifelong Sunderland fan, returned to Roker Park in late September 1985. Fewer than 20,000 attended, Sunderland beat his side, and that week Jack Ditchburn left the vice-chairmanship to become club president amid boardroom unrest. -
Sunderland await injury updates after Ballard and Brobbey are hurt on duty
Sunderland’s Dan Ballard and Brian Brobbey suffered hamstring problems in their opening international fixtures; neither has a known recovery timeline. Brobbey’s injury appeared less severe, but both leave the club waiting for updates during the break. -
South Carolina’s Dylan Stewart penalized after punch but not ejected
South Carolina’s Dylan Stewart threw a punch late in Saturday’s game against Alabama but was not ejected; he was flagged for unsportsmanlike conduct. The incident followed Alabama’s 10-play, 74-yard fourth-quarter drive, capped by Daniel Hill’s 1-yard touchdown run. -
Oregon players say hit on Dante Moore was deliberate; Lanning condemns play
Oregon coach Dan Lanning called the hit on quarterback Dante Moore against USC “disgusting”; players said they believed it was intentional. USC linebacker Desman Stephens II was ejected for targeting after hitting Moore as he tried to slide. Moore was taken to a hospital. -
Astros rout A’s 13-2 as Sunday could secure home Wild Card date
Houston beat the Athletics 13-2 Saturday; an Astros win or Rangers loss Sunday would put them at home against the White Sox at Daikin Park for Tuesday’s Wild Card round. Hayden Wesneski earned the win, allowing one earned run over seven innings and striking out five. -
Three NFL Week 3 TD-scorer picks feature Smith-Njigba, Walker and Henry
Forbes recommends three touchdown-scorer props for Sunday's 13-game NFL Week 3 slate: Jaxon Smith-Njigba anytime (+100), Kenneth Walker III in the first half (+130), and Derrick Henry in the second half (+120); the listed odds were from FanDuel at publication. -
Chris Simms faces backlash for saying Dante Moore slid too late
Chris Simms drew backlash for saying Oregon quarterback Dante Moore’s late slide left USC linebacker Desman Stephens II in a “no-win situation.” Stephens was ejected for targeting; Moore was taken to the hospital by ambulance after the hit ended his game Saturday. -
Arizona’s Spivey, Pese and Smith earn game honors after 34-24 win
Arizona rallied after an uneven first half to beat Washington State 34-24 Saturday. Tre Spivey had seven catches for 129 yards and two touchdowns; Mays Pese recorded five tackles and a tackle for loss, and Tre Smith blocked a field goal and recovered a fumble. -
After Oregon’s 41-27 win, Lanning pitches the Ducks to recruits with USC jabs
After Oregon beat USC 41-27 in Los Angeles for its fifth straight win in the series, coach Dan Lanning urged local recruits to choose the Ducks and took a jab at USC’s crowd size. Oregon rallied after starting quarterback Dante Moore left early.
