Showing posts with label Sports. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Sports. Show all posts

The Upshot’s N.F.L. Playoff Simulator Is Back

Here’s what’s new about the seventh edition, and how it works.

L.S.U. Player’s Accusations of Police Assault Prompt Investigation

Koy Moore said on Twitter that police officers “violated” him “numerous times” Saturday night, leading the Baton Rouge Police Department to place three officers on paid leave amid an investigation.

Trading Blame and Worry, Notre Dame Grapples With Celebration’s Fallout

The university’s president promised strict punishments for students who break virus protocols. But his credibility on campus is wearing thin.

Alex Cora Is Coming Back to the Red Sox

The popular manager led Boston to a World Series title in 2018, but he was suspended as part of the Houston Astros’ cheating scandal.

Herb Adderley, a Packers Hall of Fame Cornerback, Dies at 81

A defensive star in Green Bay — he ran back seven interceptions for touchdowns — he played on five championship teams under Vince Lombardi and one in Dallas.

Steven Cohen Is Approved as Mets Owner After Clearing 2 Final Hurdles

M.L.B.’s owners voted to approve Cohen’s $2.4 billion purchase of the team, and New York City signed off on his taking over the lease of Citi Field.

Barcelona President Quits on Eve of Vote to Oust Him

Josep Maria Bartomeu said he and his entire board had stepped down.

What to Watch as Dodgers Face Rays in World Series Game 6

Tony Gonsolin will be on the mound for Los Angeles as it tries to close out the series, while Blake Snell will be pitching for Tampa Bay.

What We Learned From Week 7 of the NFL Season

Baker Mayfield caught fire after a rough start, the Steelers held on to beat the Titans and no one wants to win the N.F.C. East.

Lewis Hamilton Sets Formula One Wins Record

Finishing the Portuguese Grand Prix about 25 seconds ahead of his Mercedes teammate, Hamilton recorded his 92nd victory to pass Michael Schumacher on the career list.

Titans' Missed Kick Keeps Steelers Unbeaten

Pittsburgh (6-0) was brilliant for one half, then needed a defensive stand and a missed field-goal attempt to hold off Tennessee (5-1) in a battle of two of the A.F.C.’s most formidable teams.

The Jets Kept Buffalo Out of the End Zone. It Wasn’t Enough.

Coach Adam Gase ceded the offensive play-calling duties and the Jets built a 10-0 lead. But the Bills used six field goals to end a two-game skid.

Nurmagomedov announced his U.F.C. retirement in the octagon after winning.


Bill Mathis, a Durable Original Jet, Is Dead at 81

A versatile running back, he spent his entire 10-year career with the franchise, playing in 140 games — including Super Bowl III — and missing only three.

Stan Van Gundy Hired as Coach of the Pelicans

Van Gundy, who will take his fourth head coaching job, had most recently been an analyst for TNT and one of the most politically outspoken figures in professional sports through his Twitter account.

U.S. Charges Russian Intelligence Officers in Major Cyberattacks

Prosecutors said the suspects hacked elections in France and the 2018 Winter Olympics.

Patriots Struggle to Find Their Way After Schedule Shuffle

For only the second time under Bill Belichick, New England (2-3) has a losing record after five games. The team looked out of sorts in a game that had been postponed twice because of Covid-19.

After Shutout Loss to Miami, Jets Stand as Only Winless Team

Ryan Fitzpatrick threw three touchdowns for the Dolphins, who gave the rookie quarterback Tua Tagovailoa his first N.F.L. action late in the fourth quarter.

Virgil van Dijk's Knee Injury Will Need Surgery, Liverpool Says

Virgil van Dijk’s knee surgery will dent his club’s Premier League title hopes. But it’s also a reminder that this season’s champions will be the teams that survive as much as excel.

Ron Rivera Loses Late Gamble, and Giants Win Their First Game

Washington failed a 2-point conversion attempt late in the fourth quarter, giving the Giants their first win of the season, 20-19, in Week 6.