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ESPN cuts ties with Shannon Sharpe following settlement of sexual assault lawsuit, AP source says Shannon Sharpe will not return to ESPN, according to a person familiar with the decision.

The decision follows his recent settlement of a lawsuit accusing him of sexually assaulting a woman during their relationship.

Sharpe's last appearance on ESPN was in late April when the lawsuit was filed.

No details of the settlement have been released.

The lawsuit sought $50 million.

Sharpe called the accusations false and hoped to return for the NFL season.

Instead, ESPN decided to part ways with the Hall of Fame tight end.

Sharpe joined ESPN in 2023 after leaving FS1's "Undisputed" and was a panelist on "First Take." Slater to Yankees, Rogers to Mets, but biggest prizes remain on market as MLB trade deadline looms Major League Baseball teams have been busy with trades as the deadline approaches.

The New York Yankees have acquired outfielder Austin Slater, while the New York Mets have added submarine pitcher Tyler Rogers.

The Cincinnati Reds have picked up Gold Glove-winning third baseman Ke'Bryan Hayes.

Those moves happened on Wednesday, but the biggest names are still available.

Teams are pursuing players like Eugenio Suarez and Mitch Keller before Thursday's deadline.

Other trades include the Los Angeles Angels acquiring relievers Andrew Chafin and Luis Garcia, and the Atlanta Braves picking up veteran reliever Tyler Kinley.

Former NBA star Gilbert Arenas, 5 others charged with running illegal poker games at his LA mansion LOS ANGELES (AP) Federal prosecutors say former NBA star Gilbert Arenas has been arrested along with five other people, including a suspected member of an Israeli organized crime group, on suspicion of hosting illegal high-stakes poker games at a Los Angeles mansion owned by Arenas.

The U.S.

Attorney's Office says Wednesday that all six defendants are charged with one count of conspiracy to operate an illegal gambling business and one count of operating an illegal gambling business.

Messages seeking comment were sent to an attorney and PR firm that represented Arenas.

Online court records dont identify an attorney for him.

The 43-year-old Arenas is also charged with making false statements to federal investigators.

NYC gunman bought his rifle from his boss in Las Vegas NEW YORK (AP) Authorities say the man who killed four people at a Manhattan office building bought the rifle he used in the attack and the car he drove across country from his supervisor at a Las Vegas casino.

Police say Shane Tamura fatally shot four people in the building that houses the National Football Leagues headquarters on Monday before killing himself.

New York police said Wednesday that Tamuras supervisor at the Horseshoe Las Vegas legally bought the AR-15-style rifle he sold to Tamura for $1,400.

Police said a search of Tamura's Las Vegas apartment turned up a psychiatric medication and other drugs that had been prescribed to him.

Police say he believed he had a brain disease linked to contact sports and accused the NFL of hiding the dangers of playing.

Coach Deion Sanders' return to Colorado lifts team spirits after his battle with bladder cancer BOULDER, Colo.

(AP) Colorado defensive back Carter Stoutmire sees Deion Sanders as more than just a coach.

Sanders has returned to the team after battling bladder cancer, and his presence has lifted spirits.

Stoutmire, whose father played in the NFL with Sanders, expressed relief at his return.

Sanders revealed Monday that doctors removed his bladder to combat an aggressive form of cancer.

His return has energized the team.

Defensive coordinator Robert Livingston praised Sanders' leadership, noting his impact on and off the field.

Sanders emphasized the importance of regular health checkups, a message that resonated with Livingston.

Phillies acquire hard-throwing reliever Jhoan Duran in trade with Twins, AP source says CHICAGO (AP) The Philadelphia Phillies have acquired Jhoan Duran, trading two top prospects to the Minnesota Twins for the hard-throwing reliever.

A person with direct knowledge of the deal confirmed the move to the AP on condition of anonymity because it was pending a review of medical records.

Duran has 16 saves and a 2.01 ERA in 49 appearances this season, striking out 53 in 49 1/3 innings.

Catcher Eduardo Tait and right-hander Mick Abel were shipped off to Minnesota in the deal.

Nine pitchers, one shutout: How the Royals made history against the Braves with a 1-0 victory KANSAS CITY, Mo.

(AP) The Kansas City Royals have made history by using nine relievers to achieve a 1-0 shutout against the Atlanta Braves.

That ties a major league record set by Cleveland in 2016.

Sam Long secured the win by escaping a jam in the 10th inning.

Salvador Perez then hit a single to score MJ Melendez for the victory.

Injuries to the starting rotation forced Royals manager Matt Quatraro to rely on the bullpen, which delivered an outstanding performance.

They combined to allow five hits and one walk while striking out 10.

Coaches race to master art of retention amid NIL, revenue sharing and transfer portal challenges College coaches are racing to master retention as revenue sharing and NIL opportunities steer athletes toward the transfer portal.

Arkansas coach Sam Pittman, who lost most of his 2023 recruits, says the transfer rate isn't about treatment or development but possibly playing time or finances.

At SEC Media Days, he emphasized loyalty, with players like Cam Ball staying committed.

Florida coach Billy Napier highlights the importance of pitching the right message during recruiting.

Coaches like SMU's Rhett Lashlee and NC State's Dave Doeren stress rewarding loyalty over enticing new players with higher offers.

Pirates send 3B Ke'Bryan Hayes to Reds for reliever Taylor Rogers, a prospect and cash PITTSBURGH (AP) The Pittsburgh Pirates have traded Gold Glove-winning third baseman KeBryan Hayes to the Cincinnati Reds for veteran reliever Taylor Rogers, shortstop prospect Sammy Stafura and cash.

The 28-year-old Hayes gives the Reds an elite defender at the hot corner who is under contract for the rest of the decade.

The 20-year-old Stafura, a second-round pick by the Reds in 2023, is considered one of the better prospects in Cincinnati's system.

Yankees bolster outfield, acquire veteran Austin Slater from the White Sox CHICAGO (AP) Austin Slater is heading to the New York Yankees, giving them another right-handed bat they can plug into a part-time role down the stretch.

The active Yankees have acquired the veteran outfielder from the Chicago White Sox in exchange for minor league pitching prospect Gage Ziehl.

New York had a pressing need to bolster its outfield depth with star slugger Aaron Judge sidelined by a flexor strain in his right elbow.

The 32-year-old Slater hit .236 with five home runs and 11 RBIs in 51 games with the White Sox this season.

The Yankees will be his fifth team in just over a year..

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