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A person familiar with the decision tells The Associated Press the New York Mets have decided to hire Carlos Beltrán as their manager.

NFL Notes: The NFL says it is committed to diversity and inclusion

Fans stream into Santa Anita for Breeders’ Cup amid handful of protesters

Mike Shannon — World Series champ, Cardinals Hall of Famer and stalwart on Cards radio broadcasts since 1972 — could be headed to Cooperstown.

A Kenyan who knows her way around town, Mary Keitany eyes 5th title in 6 years at NYC Marathon

The National Women’s Soccer League has announced rule changes that will increase player salaries and team salary caps

A South Dakota high school playoff football game that ended with undefeated Pierre crushing Spearfish 103-0 have some calling for mercy rule

Hurrying Haskins: With Keenum concussed, Redskins reluctantly turn to rookie quarterback to start at Bills

Minnesota Vikings-Kansas City Chiefs preview

Patriots coach Bill Belichick offers little insight into decision to release receiver Josh Gordon

Arizona’s defense gets its first test against Oregon State after the Wildcats fired defensive coordinator Marcel Yates

Red Bull’s Verstappen fastest in a bumpy, chilly first practice at the U.S. Grand Prix

Indianapolis Colts-Pittsburgh Steelers preview

Illinois enjoying momentum as Rutgers comes to town

Games kick off at 7 p.m.

Texans QB Deshaun Watson dons visor at practice in London

Arsenal captain Granit Xhaka is not likely to play against Wolverhampton Wanderers on Saturday after responding angrily to abuse from his own fans last weekend

On a roll, No. 14 Michigan hopes to retain upbeat feeling in Big Ten matchup with skidding Maryland

Texas A&M hosts UTSA, eager to build momentum off win

Panthers quarterback Cam Newton will seek another opinion on his injured left foot.