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Oops! Minnesota Wild Hockey Player Hits Teammate By Mistake

6:42am March 07, 2017

Minnesota's Chris Stewart, a real brawler, threw the first punch against a member of the San Jose Sharks. Instead, he connected with the nose of his teammate Zach Parise.

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Out Of Bounds: The National Women's Hockey League

8:03am March 05, 2017

NPR's Mary Louise Kelly talks to Ashley Johnston, captain of the New York Riveters hockey team about sustaining passion for the sport in a league that barely pays any money.

At the Germán Rieckehoff Olympic Village in Salinas, Puerto Rico young athletes train in this swimming pool.

In Competitive Sports, Puerto Ricans Gain A Sense Of Independence

12:05pm March 04, 2017

This week, Puerto Ricans marked 100 years of U.S. citizenship. The island's political status remains unique, along with its strong sense of cultural identity — most clearly seen in its sports.

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The 1970s Oakland A's Were 'Dynastic, Bombastic, Fantastic'

7:41am March 04, 2017

The Oakland A's of the 1970s were legendary for their victories and their colorful demeanor. Scott Simon talks to author Jason Turbow about his book on the team, Dynastic, Bombastic, Fantastic.

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Saturday Sports: Spurs Vs. Warriors And Colin Kaepernick

7:41am March 04, 2017

by Tom Goldman

This week in sports: It's the Spurs versus the Warriors on the basketball court, and San Francisco 49ers quarterback Colin Kaepernick says he'll stand for the national anthem next season.

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Used To Lumps And Bumps, NHL Players Now Add Mumps

7:15am March 03, 2017

The National Hockey League is dealing with an outbreak of mumps. Steve Inskeep and David Greene report this isn't the first time the NHL has had to deal with a mumps outbreak.

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Baseball's Proposed Changes Are 'Not So Good,' Says Frank Deford

5:56am March 01, 2017

by Frank Deford

Commentator Frank Deford thinks some of the proposed changes to make professional baseball more exciting won't help.

Trinity High School junior Mack Beggs waits for a signal from the referee in the final round of the 6A Girls 110 Weight Class match during the Texas Wrestling State Tournament on Saturday in Cypress, Texas. Beggs, a transgender boy, is required by state p

17-Year-Old Transgender Boy Wins Texas Girls' Wrestling Championship

11:51am February 27, 2017

by Camila Domonoske

Mack Beggs is prohibited from competing against boys, under Texas rules. His controversial win comes soon after President Trump rescinded Obama administration guidelines on transgender students.

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Why Boston Red Sox Players Were Very Busy Last Week

8:39am February 27, 2017

The players tested a lot of new equipment so they'd be ready for next season. They tested mattresses, chose the perfect pillows, blankets and sheets — all to improve their dingy "sleep room."

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Quinn Cook No.15 of the East Team drives to the basket during the NBA D-League All-Star Game as part of 2017 All-Star Weekend at the Mercedes-Benz Superdome on Feb. 18, 2017.

For Basketball Player Quinn Cook, A Big Step Closer To The Dream

8:13pm February 26, 2017

by Tom Goldman

It's the first regular season call up to the NBA for the 23-year-old point guard. For the past season and-a-half, he's been playing in the D-League — pro basketball's minor league.