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Copa América semifinals in New Jersey and Charlotte, …

Argentina's Lionel Messi embraces goalkeeper Emiliano Martinez as they celebrate their team's 1-0 victory over Brazil at the end of a qualifying soccer match for the FIFA World Cup 2026 at Maracana stadium in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, Tuesday, Nov. 21, 2023. (AP Photo/Silvia Izquierdo)

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Buckeyes’ Kyle McCord, OU’s Dillon Gabriel biggest names …

Michigan State quarterback Katin Houser throws during the first half of an NCAA college football game against Penn State, Friday, Nov. 24, 2023, in Detroit. (AP Photo/Carlos Osorio)

Chourio gets $82 million, 8-year deal with Brewers, largest …

Milwaukee Brewers outfielder Jackson Chourio signs autographs following a news conference at the Major League Baseball winter meetings Monday, Dec. 4, 2023, in Nashville, Tenn. Chourio agreed to the largest contract for a player with no major league experience, an $82 million, eight-year deal with the Brewers. (AP Photo/George Walker IV)

International Ice Hockey Federation to mandate neck guards …

FILE - Pittsburgh Penguins forward Adam Johnson in action during an NHL hockey game in Columbus, Ohio, Friday, Sept. 22, 2017. "Import” hockey players in the United Kingdom don't earn big salaries but the lifestyle and perks are pretty good. They get free use of a car and rent-free housing. These mostly Canadian and American imports are mini-celebrities around the Elite Ice Hockey League. They can also earn a master's degree tuition-free. Adam Johnson of the Nottingham Panthers was living with his fiancée and studying at a business school. (AP Photo/Paul Vernon, file)

Arizona rises to No. 1 in the AP Top 25 poll; Gonzaga …

Arizona head coach Tommy Lloyd watches during the first half of an NCAA college basketball game against Colgate, Saturday, Dec. 2, 2023, in Tucson, Ariz. (AP Photo/Chris Coduto)

Phillies sign manager Rob Thomson to 1-year extension …

FILE - Philadelphia Phillies Manager Rob Thomson walks to the mound during the fourth inning of Game 1 of a baseball NL Division Series against Atlanta Braves, Oct. 7, 2023, in Atlanta. The Phillies announced Monday, Dec. 4, 2023, that they have extended Thomson's contract through the 2025 season after he led the team to two straight trips to the NL Championship Series. (AP Photo/John Bazemore, File)

Steelers QB Kenny Pickett out indefinitely after undergoing …

Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Kenny Pickett walks off the field due to injury during the first half of an NFL football game against the Arizona Cardinals, Sunday, Dec. 3, 2023, in Pittsburgh. (AP Photo/Gene J. Puskar)

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There’s a lot of money at stake in the NBA In-Season …

Philadelphia 76ers' Patrick Beverley (22) drives past Boston Celtics' Neemias Queta (88) during the first half of an NBA basketball game Friday, Dec. 1, 2023, in Boston. (AP Photo/Michael Dwyer)

UConn falls to worst ranking in 30 years in women’s …

South Carolina's Te-Hina Paopao (0) attempts a shot ahead of Duke's Taina Mair during the first half of an NCAA college basketball game in Durham, N.C., Sunday, Dec. 3, 2023. (AP Photo/Ben McKeown)

Braves acquire outfielder Jarred Kelenic, pitcher …

FILE - Seattle Mariners' Marco Gonzales delivers a pitch to a Boston Red Sox batter during the first inning of a baseball game May 17, 2023, in Boston. The Atlanta Braves acquired Gonzales, outfielder Jarred Kelenic and infielder Evan White from the Mariners, Sunday, Dec. 3, 2023, for right-handed pitchers Cole Phillips and Jackson Kowar. (AP Photo/Steven Senne, File)

49ers linebacker Dre Greenlaw, Eagles security chief …

Philadelphia Eagles head coach Nick Sirianni, center, talks with down judge Danny Short (113) during the second half of an NFL football game against the San Francisco 49ers, Sunday, Dec. 3, 2023, in Philadelphia. (AP Photo/Matt Slocum)

Christian Pulisic enjoying new lease of life at Milan …

AC Milan's Christian Pulisic celebrates after scoring his side's second goal during the Serie A soccer match between AC Milan and Frosinone at the San Siro stadium, in Milan, Italy, Saturday, Dec. 2, 2023. (AP Photo/Luca Bruno)

Taylor Swift on hand at Lambeau Field to watch Travis …

Taylor Swift, lower right, looks out on Lambeau Field during warmups before an NFL football game between the Kansas City Chiefs and Green Bay Packers, Sunday, Dec. 3, 2023 in Green Bay, Wis. (AP Photo/Morry Gash)

Jordan Love throws 3 TD passes, Packers beat Chiefs …

Green Bay Packers wide receiver Christian Watson (9) catches a 12-yard touchdown pass as Kansas City Chiefs cornerback Joshua Williams (2) defends during the second half of an NFL football game Sunday, Dec. 3, 2023 in Green Bay, Wis. (AP Photo/Matt Ludtke)