Author: Steve Gardner, USA TODAY

Barry Bonds and Roger Clemens will be joined by Curt Schilling, Don Mattingly, four others on the Baseball Hall of Fame “Contemporary Era” ballot.

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 Lamar Jackson, Tyreek Hill carry the freight?

Washington will turn to backup Taylor Heinicke while its starting QB recovers from an injury suffered during Thursday night’s win over Chicago.

Executive VP of football operations Troy Vincent says NFL rulebook gives officials leeway to make “judgment calls,” such as the ones last week.

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.

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.