Raiders’ DJ Hayden on PUP list after foot surgery
The Oakland Raiders had high hopes for cornerback DJ Hayden entering his second year. Those expectations took a hit as Hayden will miss some time following surgery for a stress…Read more
Suns waive guard Christmas
The Phoenix Suns waived guard Dionte Christmas on Thursday. Read more
Ortio signs two-year contract with Flames
Goaltender Joni Ortio has signed a two-year contract with the Calgary Flames, the team announced Thursday. Ortio played 10 games with the Flames last season, making his NHL debut Feb.…Read more
Cavs ink Wiggins; can’t trade him for 30 days
The Cleveland Cavaliers officially signed No. 1 overall pick Andrew Wiggins to a contract on Thursday, meaning he cannot be traded until at least Aug. 23. Read more
Harden’s ‘cornerstones’ belief miffs Parsons
A long-distance exchange of words between Chandler Parson and James Harden is heating up the rivalry between Houston and Dallas. Read more
Vikings coach Priefer apologizes for remark
Saying he's learned a "hard lesson," Minnesota Vikings special teams coordinator Mike Priefer apologized on Thursday for the homophobic remark he made during the 2012 season, while coach Mike Zimmer…Read more
Twins cancel Knoblauch’s Hall of Fame induction
In the wake of his arrest Wednesday after being accused of assaulting his former wife, the Twins announced they have cancelled Chuck Knoblauch's 2014 Twins Hall of Fame induction ceremony,…Read more
Cavs sign top pick Wiggins to contract
The Cavaliers have signed No. 1 overall draft pick Andrew Wiggins, a contract that prevents him from being traded for 30 days. Read more
Papelbon content to remain in Phillies’ bullpen
Jonathan Papelbon would like to be traded to a contender before the July 31 non-waiver Trade Deadline, but the veteran closer said on Thursday that he likes the makeup of…Read more
Mets call up Flores, send down Nieuwenhuis
Lacking a true utility infielder on their bench, the Mets recalled Wilmer Flores from Triple-A Las Vegas and sent down outfielder Kirk Nieuwenhuis on Thursday. Read more