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MLB players union OKs playoff expansion for 2020, sources say

The Major League Baseball Players Association has agreed to a plan to expand the playoffs to 16 teams for the 2020 season, sources told ESPN's Marly Rivera.

Dustin Johnson withdraws from 3M Open due to back injury

The day before the first round of the 3M Open, the pros practicing for the PGA Tour's lone stop in Minnesota seemed surprised by chilly temperatures that dipped into the 50s.

Widener earns first MLB call-up; seven Gamecocks on Opening Day rosters

The Gamecocks will have seven alumni on Opening Day rosters as Major League Baseball will start the season tonight (Thursday, July 23) with the New York Yankees at the Washington Nationals and the San Francisco Giants at the Los Angeles Dodgers.

Ex-Redskins become Washington Football Team for 2020 season

The NFL team formerly known as the Redskins will go by the Washington Football Team for the 2020 season, giving the organization time to choose a new, full-time name.

Opening day amid virus: Masks, empty parks, social justice

Opening day, at last.

Dylan Wonnum nominated for Wuerffel Trophy

Gamecock junior Dylan Wonnum is one of 114 college football players nominated for the Wuerffel Trophy, it was announced today.

Gamecock defensive lineman signs contract with Vikings

Former Gamecock defensive lineman DJ Wonnum signed his NFL contract with the Minnesota Vikings Wednesday night.

Sun Belt delays start to 2020-21 season

The Sun Belt Conference announced today that it will delay the first permissible date of competition for the 2020-21 academic year to September 3.

Former Clemson assistant Koenning out as WVU coordinator after player accusations

West Virginia has parted ways with defensive coordinator Vic Koenning a month after a player alleged the assistant coach made a series of insensitive remarks, including against Hispanics.

WATCH: Fall sports decision delayed until August

The appellate panel of the South Carolina High School delayed a decision on Lexington County's plan to flip fall and spring sports seasons.

Football oversight committee asks NCAA board for time on fall sports

The NCAA football oversight committee is asking the association's board of governors to avoid making a decision later this week on whether to conduct fall championships as college sports tries to find a path to play through the coronavirus pandemic.

Parker White named to Groza Award watch list

Gamecock senior Parker White has been named to the 30-player watch list for the 2020 Lou Groza Collegiate Place-Kicker Award, announced today by the Palm Beach County Sports Commission.

Freeman’s return will be closely watched after virus fight

Freddie Freeman is back and ready to anchor the Braves’ lineup after a scary battle with COVID-19 earlier in summer camp.

MLB players taking visible stance on social justice

Major League Baseball hasn’t always been at the forefront of the social justice movement in recent years, with leagues like the NBA and NFL usually taking center stage.

Former Gamecock punter signs with NFL team

Joseph Charlton, the former Gamecock punter, will at last get his opportunity in the NFL.

Clemson to face Mississippi State in Cancun Challenge opening round

Tournament officials for the 13th annual men’s Cancun Challenge have solidified the final field of eight teams and the schedule for the Thanksgiving week event.

"It's a family": American Cornhole Organization brings World Championships to Columbia

The tournament runs from July 21-25 at the Columbia Metropolitan Convention Center, and is free for spectators to visit.

Former Gamecock pitcher named best Yankees rookie

The New York Yankees today announced that former Gamecock right-handed pitcher Clarke Schmidt is the recipient of the 2020 James P. Dawson Award, given annually to the most outstanding Yankees rookie in spring training.

Gamecock offensive lineman on watch list for Outland Trophy

Gamecock offensive lineman Sadarius Hutcherson is among the 85 interior lineman that make up the preseason watch list for the 2020 Outland Trophy, the Football Writers Association of America (FWAA) announced today.

Coastal's Jackson named to 2020 Bronko Nagurski Trophy watch list

Coastal Carolina football’s Tarron Jackson was named to the preseason watch list for the 2020 Bronko Nagurski Trophy presented by LendingTree, the Football Writers Association of America (FWAA), in conjunction with the Charlotte Touchdown Club, announced today.

Three Tigers Named to Nagurski, Outland Watch Lists

The FWAA announced today that Clemson defensive tackle Tyler Davis and linebacker James Skalski have been named to the watch list for the Bronko Nagurski Trophy, while Davis and offensive tackle Jackson Carman have been named to the Outland Trophy watch list.