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Wemby adds to Spurs’ winning tradition

SAN ANTONIO (AP) — Victor Wembanyama barely could get the words out. The question, a few minutes after he and the San Antonio Spurs won the Western Conference title and earned the right to go to this year's NBA Finals to face the New York Knicks, was about his relationship with former coach Gregg Popovich and what this playoff run likely means to the winningest coach in league history. And Wembanyama paused, clearly emotional, before starting his answer. "I don't know what it means for him," Wembanyama said. "That's a guy who's got more experience as a coach than almost anybody ...

End of an era at Firestone County Club

AKRON (AP) — At a time of big changes in golf, one development on the senior circuit should not go unnoticed. The Senior Players Championship is moving to California, which likely spells the end of 72 years of PGA Tour presence at Firestone Country Club. Healthcare company Hoag is taking ...

Debt confidence hits two-year low amid affordability concerns

Americans’ confidence in the nation’s finances fell to a two-year low in May as the national debt again surpassed the size of the U.S. economy, according to a new survey. The Peter G. Peterson Foundation’s Fiscal Confidence Index fell to 36 in May – the lowest reading in two years and the fifth consecutive monthly decline – according to a survey jointly conducted by Democratic and Republican polling firms. Ninety-three percent of voters said the national debt is driving up their cost of living, a connection some economists say has become more visible in recent years as ...

Kelce owns piece of team he loves

CLEVELAND (AP) — Travis Kelce is a three-time Super Bowl champion, four-time All-Pro and fiance of music superstar Taylor Swift. On Wednesday he added minority investor in the Cleveland Guardians to his resumé. The Guardians announced before their game against the Washington Nationals that the Kansas City Chiefs tight end has purchased a minority share in the franchise. The Cleveland Heights native bought a small share of David Blitzer's 35% stake. Blitzer can become the controlling owner after the 2027 season or he can wait to exercise that option later. "The opportunity came ...

McCutchen’s playing days might be over

ARLINGTON, Texas (AP) — Former NL MVP outfielder Andrew McCutchen was designated for assignment by the Texas Rangers on Wednesday, after he hit .192 in his 37 games. The 39-year-old McCutchen was replaced by free agent infielder Nicky Cruz in a move spurred by the lingering absences of shortstop Corey Seager and second baseman Josh Smith. Seager is out with lower back inflammation, and Smith still hasn't rejoined the team since a stint in the hospital with viral meningitis. "Certainly respect to Andrew, what he's accomplished, not only in this game, but more importantly, who he is ...

World Cup ticket prices probed

NEW YORK (AP) — FIFA is under fresh scrutiny for sky-high World Cup ticket prices and sales tactics that fans say left them with worse deals than they wanted. The attorneys general in New York and New Jersey, which is hosting eight World Cup matches including the final, announced Tuesday that they are investigating whether FIFA's ticketing practices violated consumer protection laws. They have sent subpoenas to soccer's global governing body demanding information on a range of ticketing issues, including FIFA's use of "variable pricing" models that sent ticket prices soaring for ...