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Paulina Gretzky, Dustin Johnson Engaged After 8-Month Relationship

Aug 19, 2013 09:55 AM EDT By Stefan Lopez

Love is in the air, and the sports world has a new potential power couple on its hands. Pro golfer Dustin Johnson and girlfriend Paulina Gretzky, who is the daughter of hockey great Wayne Gretzky, have confirmed via social media that they are engaged.

Jared Remy Faces Murder Charge; Pleads not Guilty

Aug 17, 2013 08:41 AM EDT By Staff Reporter

Jared Remy, son of Boston Red Sox broadcaster Jerry Remy, faces murder and domestic assault and battery charges, says ESPN.

NBA 2K14 News: 2K Sports Reveals New Game Features For PS3 and Xbox 360

Aug 15, 2013 11:51 PM EDT By Bianca Tan

Gamers and NBA fans have something to be excited about again, as 2K Sports reveals a comprehensive list of the new features and game improvements it has included in the upcoming NBA 2K14 video game.

Darren Young, WWE Star, Comes Out as Gay

Aug 15, 2013 04:32 PM EDT By Matt Tracy

WWE star Darren Young became the latest American professional athlete to come out, and he didn't even plan it.

Jeremy Lin YouTube Video Spoof Shows How He's 'Changed, Bro' [VIDEO]

Aug 15, 2013 03:27 PM EDT By Matt Tracy

Now that Jeremy Lin doesn't have to worry about free agency this year, he's able to have a little fun.

NFL HGH Testing: Tentative Agreement For 2013, Will Also Test Former Football Players

Aug 15, 2013 12:47 PM EDT By Matt Tracy

Both current and former NFL players have found themselves in the middle of the discussion about human growth hormone in professional football.

'Refrigerator' Perry Death Hoax: NFL Legend Shoots Down Rumors in Latest Health Scare

Aug 15, 2013 11:24 AM EDT By Matt Tracy

William "Refrigerator" Perry is, in fact, alive, despite rumors of his death.

Jeremy Lin, Dwight Howard, James Harden News Roundup: Latest Off-Season Activities For Rockets' Big Three

Aug 15, 2013 07:18 AM EDT By Bianca Tan

One of the most talked about teams this upcoming 2013-14 NBA Season is the Houston Rockets. Aside from keeping superstar James Harden to lead the team, HOU also acquired the services of Dwight Howard, while keeping junior point guard Jeremy Lin. Here's a closer look at how these key team players have been doing during the off-season.

RG3: Redskins' QB Robert Griffin III Urges Gay NFL Players to Come Out

Aug 14, 2013 04:42 PM EDT By Matt Tracy

In a recent interview with GQ magazine, Washington Redskins quarterback Robert Griffin III talked about the reality of gay players in the NFL.

Biogenesis Scandal Players List Unfairly Targeting Hispanic MLB Athletes?

Aug 14, 2013 03:02 PM EDT By Matt Tracy

Every single one of the 12 professional baseball players who have accepted a 50-game suspension for violating the league's drug policy hail from Latin American countries.

Olympics 2014 Sochi Winter Games: American Athlete Takes Stand Against Russia Anti-Gay Laws

Aug 14, 2013 02:39 PM EDT By Matt Tracy

American middle distance runner Nick Symmonds made headlines after competing in the World Track and Field Championships in Moscow, when he dedicated his silver medal to the LGBT community in the fight for equality ahead of the 2014 Sochi Olympics.

Bobby Dale Earnhardt DUI: NASCAR Legend's Grandson Arrested on Drunken Driving Charges

Aug 14, 2013 01:09 PM EDT By Matt Tracy

Bobby Dale Earnhardt turned to social media to apologize following his arrest earlier this week on charges of drunken driving in West Virginia.

Mary Decker Slaney 'Runner' ESPN Documentary Garners Positive Reception

Aug 14, 2013 11:58 AM EDT By Matt Tracy

As part of ESPN's "IX for 9" documentary series celebrating women's role in sports, the latest film on Mary Decker was aired last night.

MLB Trade Rumors 2013: Deadline Passes, But Waivers Have Teams Bracing for Final Month

Aug 14, 2013 11:14 AM EDT By Matt Tracy

MLB teams are looking to put the finishing touches on their rosters before entering postseason competition.

Jeremy Lin Trade Rumors 2013: Linsanity Preps for Rockets With 'Completely Different' Offseason Routine

Aug 14, 2013 09:51 AM EDT By Matt Tracy

Will Jeremy Lin's offseason routine help take him to the next level this season?

Oscar Pistorius Case Update: Authorities Complete Investigation Into Death of Reeva Steenkamp

Aug 14, 2013 09:37 AM EDT By Matt Tracy

South African authorities have completed their investigation into the shooting death of Reeva Steenkamp, who was fatally shot by double amputee track star Oscar Pistorius on Feb. 14.