Author: Steve Gardner, USA TODAY

In complimenting Astros’ success, sportscaster sparks backlash from two teams’ fanbases by comparing 2017 sign-stealing with Deflategate scandal.

The NFL, MLB, NBA and NHL seasons are all in alignment Thursday with a full slate of games, plus MLS, LPGA and college football action too.

After her historic decision not to wear a traditional hijab in competition, Elnaz Rekabi receives hero’s welcome in early-morning return to Teheran.

Fantasy lineups may not be at full strength with the Eagles, Bills, Vikings and Rams not playing. Can Tyreek Hill, Austin Ekeler carry the freight?

After taking a hit to the helmet, tight end Cameron Brate let everyone know he was okay as he was being taken to the locker room on a stretcher.

NFL’s leading rusher after five games, Cleveland’s Nick Chubb is the No. 1 RB this week. Josh Allen, Cooper Kupp, Travis Kelce lead their positions.

Hall of Famer Troy Aikman says if Dallas beats NFC East rival Philadelphia this week, QB decision “becomes a real question” for the organization.

Forget the playoff beard, Luis Garcia, Framber Valdez express their individuality with dreadlocks, beads as Houston looks for lengthy playoff run.

With little progress in talks for prisoner swap, WNBA star Brittney Griner is “afraid” she’ll have to serve entire nine-year sentence in Russia.