Pope Francis agrees thatfellow Argentinian and soccer star Lionel Messi has heavenly ability on the pitch, but he won’t refer to him as “God.”
Author: Kevin Allen, USA TODAY
NHL mock draft for draft lottery teams: Stock rising, Cole Caufield draws Alex DeBrincat comparison
With 106 goals over two seasons, draft prospect Cole Caufield has more goals than anyone who has played at the U.S. National Team Development Program.
AAF’s all-access TV strategy: Think Tom Brady, Bill Belichick in-game interviews
The AAF has an all-access TV strategy: Cameras are in lockerrooms, coaches are mic’d and star players are interviewed during the game.
Patriots owner Robert Kraft apologizes in his first statement since solicitation charges
Patriots owner Robert Kraft, who pleaded not guilty to soliciting prostitution, released his first statement since spa scandal. ‘I am truly sorry.’
Washington Capitals star Braden Holtby won’t visit Donald Trump, White House with team
Goalie Braden Holtby said Friday he will not join his Washington Capitals teammates when they visit President Trump at the White House on Monday.
Obama picks upsets in his NCAA brackets, but likes big names for Final Four
Former President Barack Obama’sNCAA tournament brackets reaffirm he has soft spot for underdogs but believes in favorites atthe end.
Steve Spurrier’s history and personality give Alliance of American Football credibility
Former NFL, college coach Steve Spurrier, 73, ‘has a great energy about him’ as he leads Orlando Apollos to 5-1 Alliance of American Football record.
What would NHL stars earn without a salary cap? Not quite Mike Trout money
Mike Trout is set to establish a new professional sports high with a $426.5 million deal. What could NHL stars make without a salary cap?
President Trump to welcome Washington Capitals at White House on Monday
Washington Capitals players have been told they are free to decide whether they will attend White House ceremony with President Donald Trump.
AAF Week 5: Why America is watching these guys play football
The Alliance of American Football (AAF) is five weeks into its inaugural season and has already created a buzz. We explain why America is watching.