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MLB: Turner violated protocols when he returned to field ARLINGTON, Texas — Justin Turner violated coronavirus protocols when he celebrated with his Los Angeles Dodgers teammates and he refused instructions from security to leave the field, behavior that Major League Baseball said risked the safety of others. The commissioner's office said Wednesday it is starting a full investigation of the 35-year-old third baseman. by Associated Press Published Oct. 28 2020 @ 10:54pm

Busch wins rain-delayed NASCAR race in Texas FORT WORTH, Texas — Out of contention to defend his NASCAR Cup title, Kyle Busch at least extended his season winning streak to 16 with his first victory of 2020. He also denied a needed victory for Martin Truex Jr., his penalized Joe Gibbs Racing teammate who still has a chance to be one of the four drivers to be the new champion. by Associated Press Published Oct. 28 2020 @ 10:53pm

Kelce continues to evolve into all-around tight end KANSAS CITY — Travis Kelce had just three catches for 31 yards last week, yet he had every bit the profound impact on the Kansas City Chiefs' blowout win against the Denver Broncos as he had the previous week in Buffalo. Even without the two touchdown receptions he had against the Bills. by Associated Press Published Oct. 28 2020 @ 10:52pm

Cardinals allow Wong to be a free agent The St. Louis Cardinals have declined Kolten Wong's $12.5-million option, making the Gold Glove second baseman a free agent. by Associated Press Published Oct. 28 2020 @ 10:52pm

Sporting KC clinches postseason berth CINCINNATI — Roger Espinoza scored and Sporting Kansas City clinched a playoff berth with a 1-0 victory Wednesday night against FC Cincinnati. by Associated Press Published Oct. 28 2020 @ 10:51pm

Helias gets rolling, defeats Capital City to reach district title match Helias advanced to the championship match of the Class 5 District 9 Tournament with a 25-10, 25-8, 25-9 semifinal win Tuesday against Capital City at Capital City High School. by Greg Jackson Published Oct. 27 2020 @ 11:40pm

Fierce block from Jefferson City leads to three-set win in district play The Lady Jays had 16 blocks as they opened the Class 5 District 9 Tournament with a 25-16, 25-14, 25-12 victory at Capital City High School. by Jason Strickland Published Oct. 27 2020 @ 11:35pm

Missouri offense relying on backfield 'thunderstorm' A few weeks after Missouri football coach Eli Drinkwitz said he should have given the Tigers' feature back Larry Rountree III more carries after losses to Alabama and Tennessee, Rountree was given a full workload Saturday against Kentucky, gaining 3.4 yards per carry on 37 rushes against a defense tilted to stop the pass. by Colin O'Brien Published Oct. 27 2020 @ 11:30pm

Dodgers win first title since 1988 No dogpile, no champagne and a mask on nearly every face — the Los Angeles Dodgers celebrated their first World Series title since 1988 in a manner no one could have imagined prior to the coronavirus pandemic. by Associated Press Published Oct. 27 2020 @ 11:25pm

Jefferson City defeats Waynesville 6-0 for program record 21st win The win was the 21st this season for Jefferson City, a program single-season record. The Jays also finished the regular season with 95 goals, another single-season record. by News Tribune Published Oct. 27 2020 @ 10:30pm

Par 3 Contest out, 'College GameDay' in 2020 at Masters Augusta National announced Tuesday more changes to a Masters tournament that will be unlike any of the previous 83. The most unusual of all is ESPN's popular college football pregame show taking place on a stage that overlooks Ike's Pond and the ninth green of the Par 3 course. by Associated Press Published Oct. 27 2020 @ 10:25pm

First-timers at Masters won't get the real Masters Nick Taylor has never been to the Masters. He already is motivated to get back. by Associated Press Published Oct. 27 2020 @ 10:20pm

Kamaiu Johnson goes South at Torrey for a shot at PGA Tour The Farmers Insurance Open announced Tuesday that Kamaiu Johnson, who won the APGA Tour Championship last year, has been awarded a sponsor's exemption to play his first PGA Tour event next year. by Associated Press Published Oct. 27 2020 @ 10:15pm

Broncos: We have the right guys to straighten things out The Broncos (2-4) have a long way to go to catch up to Kansas City after they were throttled by the Chiefs for the 10th consecutive time. by Associated Press Published Oct. 27 2020 @ 10:10pm

Bears' offense seeks answers after poor showing vs. Rams After a 24-10 loss to the Los Angeles Rams on Monday night in which they were held to a season low in points and the defense scored the Bears' only touchdown, Nagy was left without an explanation for Chicago's latest dismal performance with the ball. by Associated Press Published Oct. 27 2020 @ 10:05pm

Panthers' McCaffrey back at practice after missing 5 games McCaffrey arrived at Panthers practice Tuesday with a red jersey and a baseball cap signifying an injured player, but he quickly changed into a black practice jersey and a helmet. by Associated Press Published Oct. 27 2020 @ 10:00pm

Clemson QB Lawrence: 'I have the option' to leave or stay' Lawrence had publicly laid out his plans before Clemson's opener at Wake Forest last month: play this college season, graduate in December with his bachelor's degree in marketing and get ready for the NFL. by Associated Press Published Oct. 27 2020 @ 9:50pm

Run game could be key to Georgia's goal of boosting offense The No. 5 Bulldogs enter Saturday's game at Kentucky still looking to prove they can be consistently productive on the ground, as in recent years with such running backs as D'Andre Swift and Nick Chubb. They rank in the bottom half of the Southeastern Conference in rushing and passing with quarterback Stetson Bennett. by Associated Press Published Oct. 27 2020 @ 9:45pm

Prep Volleyball: Calvary falls to Tolton in district tourney Calvary Lutheran ends the season with a 3-14 record. by News Tribune Published Oct. 27 2020 @ 9:15pm

Prep Volleyball: Fatima takes runner-up in district tourney Fatima ends its season with a 16-14-4 record. by News Tribune Published Oct. 27 2020 @ 9:05pm

Prep Volleyball: Eldon wins district opener vs. Warsaw Caroline Beckmann had a team-high 13 kills for Eldon, while Addie Davis had 29 assists. Haley Henderson finished with eight digs and Addie Davis and Tatum Frank served six and five aces, respectively. by News Tribune Published Oct. 27 2020 @ 9:00pm

Boys Soccer: Rock Bridge 8, Capital City 0 Rock Bridge led 6-0 at halftime. by News Tribune Published Oct. 27 2020 @ 8:55pm

U.S. sprinter Coleman banned for 2 years Coleman's agent, Emanuel Hudson, said the decision was "unfortunate and will be immediately appealed to the Court of Arbitration for Sport." by Associated Press Published Oct. 27 2020 @ 8:00pm