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Sports Digest: Mickelson goes low, extends lead in PGA Tour Champions debut

by News service report August 25, 2020August 26, 2020

Phil Mickelson shoots a 7-under 64 in the second round of his PGA Tour Champions debut, moving to 17 under and four shots clear of Tim Petrovic and Rod Pampling.

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NFL notebook: Arizona safety Baker agrees to 4-year, $59 million deal

by Associated Press August 25, 2020August 26, 2020

Budda Baker’s rookie contract was set to expire after this season, but now he’s under contract through 2024.

Maine colleges, Sports

Saban says this season is about the players, not money, ‘if we can do it in a safe way’

by CINDY BOREN The Washington Post August 25, 2020August 25, 2020

Alabama Coach Nick Saban stresses the importance of football as his school confirms more than 500 coronavirus cases since classes resumed on campus Aug. 19.

Boston Bruins, Sports

Bruins’ top line hitting top form at just the right time

by Mari Faiello Tampa Bay Times August 24, 2020August 25, 2020

Boston’s David Pastrnak, Brad Marchand and Patrice Bergeron showed in Game 1 why they form one of the best forward lines in hockey.

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MLB notebook: Indians Manager Francona to miss 3-game series against Twins

by Associated Press August 24, 2020August 25, 2020

Terry Francona continues to deal with health issues.

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NBA roundup: Middleton provides late spark as Bucks take 3-2 lead on Magic

by News service report August 24, 2020August 25, 2020

Khris Middleton scored 18 of his 21 points in the fourth quarter and finished with 10 rebounds as Milwaukee beat Orlando on Monday, 121-106.

Maine colleges, Sports

For what it’s worth, Clemson No. 1 in AP poll followed by Ohio State and Alabama

by RALPH D. RUSSO Associated Press August 24, 2020August 25, 2020

If the season starts, Ohio States and 53 other FBS teams will no longer be eligible for inclusion in the Top 25 because they have postponed their seasons to the spring.