Former Pittsburgh Pirates outfielder nicknamed ‘the Cobra’ dies

Dave Parker, nicknamed “the Cobra,” played for the Pittsburgh Pirates, Cincinnati, Milwaukee, the California Angels and Toronto. PITTSBURGH — Dave Parker, a hard-hitting outfielder who was set to be inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame next month, has died, the Pittsburgh Pirates announced Saturday. He was 74. No further details about Parker’s death were … Read more

Fever start fast without Caitlin Clark, hang on for 94-86 win over Wings and Paige Bueckers

Despite the loss, the Wings managed to bring out some star power during the highly anticipated matchup against the Indiana Fever. DALLAS — Kelsey Mitchell scored 32 points, and the Indiana Fever held on without the injured Caitlin Clark, taking a 22-point lead in the first quarter before finishing off a 94-86 victory over the … Read more

An 84-game season is among the changes coming to the NHL as part of the new labor deal

The league and the Players’ Association are on the verge of reaching a deal to extend the collective bargaining agreement. WASHINGTON — An 84-game season is coming to the NHL as part of an extension of the collective bargaining agreement, which is expected to be announced as soon as Friday before the first round of … Read more

Thousands of volunteers are needed for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Here’s how you can sign up.

For those interested in volunteering for the FIFA World Cup in 2026, local officials posted a sign-up form to receive more details. ARLINGTON, Texas — AT&T Stadium in Arlington will host nine matches in the 2026 FIFA World Cup. DFW secured the International Broadcast Center to host media from around the world. Securing the broadcast … Read more

NCAA considering proposal to allow college athletes, staff to bet on professional sports

The NCAA would still bar betting on college sports and sharing information about college events with bettors. INDIANAPOLIS — The NCAA is considering a proposal that would allow athletes and staff members to bet on professional sports and shift enforcement efforts to college sports betting and “behaviors that directly impact game integrity.” The Division I … Read more