Gardenhire firedGardenhire firedA person with knowledge of decision tells The Associated Press that the Minnesota Twins have fired manager Ron Gardenhire after 13 seasons.Associated PressAssociated Press
New NFL awardNew NFL awardThe Associated Press will recognize the NFL's top assistant coach with a new award beginning this season.Associated PressAssociated Press
AP preseason pollAP preseason pollJameis Winston and defending national champion Florida State are No. 1 in The Associated Press preseason college football poll.Associated PressAssociated Press
Settlement reachedSettlement reachedThe NCAA has agreed to settle a class-action head injury lawsuit.Associated PressAssociated Press
New owner identified soonNew owner identified soonThe Buffalo Bills could identify a new owner within three months, a person familiar with the sale process told The Associated Press.Associated PressAssociated Press