Mark Fischer

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Transgender fighter wins MMA debut after rear-naked choke

Alana McLaughlin won her debut Friday night via submission at the Combate Global prelims in Miami, Fla.

New details emerge in former wrestler's death

Daffney Unger, the former professional wrestler who was found dead last week, succumbed to an apparent gunshot wound to the chest.

Tim Tebow joining ESPN's 'First Take' as new Stephen A. Smith foe

Tim Tebow will be joining ESPN's "First Take" as one of Stephen A. Smith's new debate foes, the network announced Thursday.

Former professional wrestler pronounced dead after concerning video

Shannon Spruill, the former professional wrestler who went by the ring name Daffney Unger, has died, SHIMMER women's professional wrestling said.

Stephen A. Smith's goodbye to ESPN star after driving him off ‘First Take’

Max Kellerman bid farewell to ESPN's "First Take" on Wednesday.

Patriots shockingly release Cam Newton

The New England Patriots surprisingly released quarterback Cam Newton on Tuesday, according to reports

Patriots announcer apologizes for 'racially insensitive' Cam Newton comment

The radio voice for the Patriots apologized Sunday after he was criticized for suggesting quarterback Cam Newton was distracted by rap music.

Giants trade for former first-rounder

In need of a boost to their offensive line, the Giants on Monday traded defensive end BJ Hill to the Bengals for center and guard Billy Price, according to NFL...

NHL star accuses estranged wife of hitting him as divorce gets uglier

NHL star Evander Kane was granted a temporary restraining order against his estranged wife.

Ex-NHLer's cause of death still a mystery after autopsy

The cause of former NHLer Jimmy Hayes' death was still pending following an autopsy.

ESPN star officially being removed from Stephen A. Smith's show

Max Kellerman is officially out at "First Take," ESPN announced Tuesday.

Tom Coughlin reveals wife's 'gut-wrenching' diagnosis

Former Giants head coach Tom Coughlin revealed Tuesday that his wife was diagnosed with an incurable brain disorder that has cost her almost all ability to speak and move.

Former NHL player dead at 31

Jimmy Hayes, the fun-loving former NHLer who spent one season with the Devils and won a national championship at Boston College, died unexpectedly Monday morning at the age of 31....

Manny Pacquiao's wife posts emotional message as retirement buzz swirls

Manny Pacquiao's wife penned an emotional message to the legendary boxer after he lost what might have been the final match of his career Saturday.

Judge hands MLB star major win in sexual assault case

A Los Angeles judge ruled in favor of Trevor Bauer on Thursday.

Broadcasting legend reveals cancer scare: 'My heart sank'

Dick Vitale revealed Wednesday that he is cancer-free following a previously undisclosed bout with melanoma.

Governor may force college football coach to get vaccine

Washington State football coach Nick Rolovich -- the only unvaccinated head coach in the Pac 12 conference -- may have no choice but to receive the COVID-19 jab following a...

Aaron Rodgers' 'meditation' saved Packers from catastrophe

If not for meditating, Aaron Rodgers may be retired.

Jets lineman retires after tulmultous final season

The 29-year-old was placed on the exempt/left squad list earlier this month after suffering a head injury at practice.

Former Jets star agrees to record-setting deal

Jamal Adams is finally getting paid by Seattle and in turn will become the league's highest-paid safety.