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XFL files for bankruptcy, cites COVID-19 crisis

XFL files for bankruptcy, cites COVID-19 crisis

The XFL filed for bankruptcy on Monday, likely spelling the end of the second iteration of the league. The filing in U.S. Bankruptcy Court in Delaware estimates the organization has between $10,000,001 and $50 million in both assets and liabilities.
Ex-NFL quarterback Tarvaris Jackson, 36, dies in car crash

Ex-NFL quarterback Tarvaris Jackson, 36, dies in car crash

MONTGOMERY, Ala. — Former NFL quarterback Tarvaris Jackson has died in a one-car crash outside Montgomery, authorities said Monday. He was 36.
Chiefs offensive lineman Duvernay-Tardif facing different NFL off-season

Chiefs offensive lineman Duvernay-Tardif facing different NFL off-season

It's been a very different off-season for Laurent Duvernay-Tardif. It began with the Kansas City Chiefs' veteran offensive lineman basking in the glory of the club's epic 31-20 comeback Super Bowl victory over the San Francisco 49ers.
Karnisovas sets course to boost Bulls toward ultimate prize

Karnisovas sets course to boost Bulls toward ultimate prize

CHICAGO — Arturas Karnisovas developed a passion for the Chicago Bulls when he was a teenager in Lithuania. He watched from afar as Michael Jordan set out on a path that turned Chicago into a championship dynasty and a global brand.
Kings star defenceman Drew Doughty doubtful on NHL resuming play

Kings star defenceman Drew Doughty doubtful on NHL resuming play

Two-time Stanley Cup champion and 2016 Norris Trophy winner Drew Doughty is pessimistic about the chances of the NHL resuming play this season.
Canadian Premier League forced to cut wages due to global COVID-19 pandemic

Canadian Premier League forced to cut wages due to global COVID-19 pandemic

TORONTO — Its season delayed by COVID-19, the Canadian Premier League has been forced to reduce wages for players and staff.
ESPN and NFL Network will combine for NFL draft telecast

ESPN and NFL Network will combine for NFL draft telecast

NEW YORK — ESPN and NFL Network will join forces for this year's NFL draft. They will produce a broadcast that will air on both networks over all three days.
Game off: Youth baseball leagues scrambling amid pandemic

Game off: Youth baseball leagues scrambling amid pandemic

PITTSBURGH — The end to months of fundraising, planning and practice ended with a press release and tears.
MLS and esports players face off in video game action for COVID-19 relief

MLS and esports players face off in video game action for COVID-19 relief

TORONTO — MLS players and their esports counterparts are taking part in an esports tournament to support COVID-19 relief efforts.
Long before the UFC's Fight Island, Bodog Fight competitors battled on the beach

Long before the UFC's Fight Island, Bodog Fight competitors battled on the beach

Should it come to fruition, the UFC's plan to stage bouts on "Fight Island" won't mark the first time an MMA organization has battled on the beaches.