Rangers' Fielder may need neck surgery; Choo also put on DL
Texas Rangers slugger Prince Fielder is facing the prospect of season-ending surgery after an MRI revealed a herniation of disks in his neck just above an area that was repaired two years ago. Fielder and outfielder Shin-Soo Choo were placed on the 15-day disabled list Wednesday by the AL West leaders. Choo got an injection to help reliever lower-back discomfort.
Texas Rangers slugger Prince Fielder is facing the prospect of season-ending surgery after an MRI revealed a herniation of disks in his neck just above an area that was repaired two years ago. Fielder and outfielder Shin-Soo Choo were placed on the 15-day disabled list Wednesday by the AL West leaders. Choo got an injection to help reliever lower-back discomfort.
Russian athletes await key ruling on Olympic track ban
ZHUKOVSKY, Russia (AP) — Long jumper Ekaterina Koneva says she'll cry. World hurdles champion Sergei Shubenkov says he'll drown his sorrows. A day before a sports court rules on Russia's appeal against the ban on its track and field team from the Olympics, star Russian athletes at a meet near Moscow pondered how they will react if they lose their case and can't go to Rio...
ZHUKOVSKY, Russia (AP) — Long jumper Ekaterina Koneva says she'll cry. World hurdles champion Sergei Shubenkov says he'll drown his sorrows. A day before a sports court rules on Russia's appeal against the ban on its track and field team from the Olympics, star Russian athletes at a meet near Moscow pondered how they will react if they lose their case and can't go to Rio...
Ex-Pro Bowl RB Foster reaches deal with Dolphins
Four-time Pro Bowl running back Arian Foster took a big step Monday in his comeback from a torn Achilles tendon. He found a team.
Four-time Pro Bowl running back Arian Foster took a big step Monday in his comeback from a torn Achilles tendon. He found a team.
Day One of Big 12 Media Days
Texas Tech and TCU kicked off Day One of Big 12 Media Days in Dallas. The Oklahoma Sooners are the favorites for the upcoming season but the Horned Frogs are expected to challenge them.
Texas Tech and TCU kicked off Day One of Big 12 Media Days in Dallas. The Oklahoma Sooners are the favorites for the upcoming season but the Horned Frogs are expected to challenge them.
UT associate head swimming coach Kris Kubik announces retirement
After 34 seasons, associate head coach Kris Kubik, who helped build the University of Texas men's swimming and diving program into a national power under head coach Eddie Reese, has announced his retirement.
After 34 seasons, associate head coach Kris Kubik, who helped build the University of Texas men's swimming and diving program into a national power under head coach Eddie Reese, has announced his retirement.
IOC seeks legal advice on banning Russia from Rio Olympics
LONDON (AP) — International Olympic officials will "explore the legal options'" for a potential total ban on Russia from the games in Rio de Janeiro, and are taking measures to punish athletes and officials involved in the state-run doping conspiracy. The IOC executive board announced steps on Tuesday following a scathing report by a World Anti-Doping Agency investigator who...
LONDON (AP) — International Olympic officials will "explore the legal options'" for a potential total ban on Russia from the games in Rio de Janeiro, and are taking measures to punish athletes and officials involved in the state-run doping conspiracy. The IOC executive board announced steps on Tuesday following a scathing report by a World Anti-Doping Agency investigator who...
TCU and Texas Tech talk at Big 12 Media Days
FOX 7's Clif Thornton has more from Dallas on the two Texas teams that spoke on day one.
FOX 7's Clif Thornton has more from Dallas on the two Texas teams that spoke on day one.
NBA great Nate Thurmond, Hall of Fame center, dies at 74
Former NBA great Nate Thurmond, a tenacious defensive center who played with Wilt Chamberlain and was an iconic sports figure in two cities, died Saturday after a short battle with leukemia. He was 74.
Former NBA great Nate Thurmond, a tenacious defensive center who played with Wilt Chamberlain and was an iconic sports figure in two cities, died Saturday after a short battle with leukemia. He was 74.
Former Vanderbilt player sentenced to 15 years for dorm rape
A former Vanderbilt football player was sentenced Friday to 15 years in prison after he was convicted of taking part in the gang rape of an unconscious female student.
A former Vanderbilt football player was sentenced Friday to 15 years in prison after he was convicted of taking part in the gang rape of an unconscious female student.
Mason Crosby talks about The Locker beneift
Georgetown High alum and longtime Green Bay Packer Mason Crosby is back in Austin for a good cause. His annual kicking camp and tailgate party both help raise money for The Locker.
Georgetown High alum and longtime Green Bay Packer Mason Crosby is back in Austin for a good cause. His annual kicking camp and tailgate party both help raise money for The Locker.
Mason Crosby talks about The Locker benefit
Georgetown High alum and longtime Green Bay Packer Mason Crosby is back in town for a great cause. He talks to FOX 7's Dennis de la Pena about his annual camp and tailgate party that both help raise money for The Locker.
Georgetown High alum and longtime Green Bay Packer Mason Crosby is back in town for a great cause. He talks to FOX 7's Dennis de la Pena about his annual camp and tailgate party that both help raise money for The Locker.
Spieth skipping Olympics, latest star golfer to withdraw
TROON, Scotland (AP) — Jordan Spieth withdrew from the Olympics on Monday, leaving golf without its top four players when the sport returns to the games for the first time since 1904. The decision was announced by International Golf Federation President Peter Dawson. Spieth was the last player to say he was not going to Rio, telling the IGF it was for "health reasons." Spieth...
TROON, Scotland (AP) — Jordan Spieth withdrew from the Olympics on Monday, leaving golf without its top four players when the sport returns to the games for the first time since 1904. The decision was announced by International Golf Federation President Peter Dawson. Spieth was the last player to say he was not going to Rio, telling the IGF it was for "health reasons." Spieth...
San Antonio Spurs star Tim Duncan announces retirement
SAN ANTONIO (AP) — San Antonio Spurs star Tim Duncan announces retirement after 19 NBA seasons that included five championships .
SAN ANTONIO (AP) — San Antonio Spurs star Tim Duncan announces retirement after 19 NBA seasons that included five championships .
Super Bowl MVP donates back to his hometown after Dallas tragedy
Super Bowl 50 MVP, Von Miller, donated $25,000 to the DeSoto Fire and Rescue on Friday.
Super Bowl 50 MVP, Von Miller, donated $25,000 to the DeSoto Fire and Rescue on Friday.
SMU's basketball coach Larry Brown steps down
Larry Brown is calling it quits as Southern Methodist University’s head basketball coach, according to reports.
Larry Brown is calling it quits as Southern Methodist University’s head basketball coach, according to reports.
Shooting of ex-NFL player found naked in backyard justified, grand jury finds
A grand jury has ruled that a homeowner was justified in shooting a naked former NFL player accused of criminal trespass and burglary.
A grand jury has ruled that a homeowner was justified in shooting a naked former NFL player accused of criminal trespass and burglary.
NBA to debut new shot clock, timing system
The NBA will debut a new timing system and shot clock this week in Las Vegas during the NBA Summer League, which will then be integrated into all 29 arenas for the 2016-17 season.
The NBA will debut a new timing system and shot clock this week in Las Vegas during the NBA Summer League, which will then be integrated into all 29 arenas for the 2016-17 season.
The Latest: Serena Williams off to fast start at Wimbledon
Serena Williams is off to fast start in the Wimbledon semifinals, breaking Elena Vesnina's serve twice to take an early 3-0 lead on Centre Court.
Serena Williams is off to fast start in the Wimbledon semifinals, breaking Elena Vesnina's serve twice to take an early 3-0 lead on Centre Court.
Briles asks court to remove him from lawsuit against Baylor
Former Baylor coach Art Briles is asking a federal judge to remove him as a defendant in a lawsuit that alleges the school ignored a woman's claims she was sexually assaulted by a football player.
Former Baylor coach Art Briles is asking a federal judge to remove him as a defendant in a lawsuit that alleges the school ignored a woman's claims she was sexually assaulted by a football player.
The Latest: Cilic takes 2-set lead over Federer in semis
LONDON (AP) — The Latest on Wimbledon (all times local): Roger Federer is down two sets to love against Marin Cilic in their Wimbledon semifinal on Centre Court. Cilic, a big-serving Croatian, leads the seven-time champion 7-6 (4), 6-4. On No. 1 Court, Milos Raonic leads Sam Querrey 6-4, 7-5. ___ 1:55 p.m. Roger Federer has dropped the first set of his semifinal against Marin Cilic in a...
LONDON (AP) — The Latest on Wimbledon (all times local): Roger Federer is down two sets to love against Marin Cilic in their Wimbledon semifinal on Centre Court. Cilic, a big-serving Croatian, leads the seven-time champion 7-6 (4), 6-4. On No. 1 Court, Milos Raonic leads Sam Querrey 6-4, 7-5. ___ 1:55 p.m. Roger Federer has dropped the first set of his semifinal against Marin Cilic in a...