Cardinals President John Mozeliak said the firing was “something that popped up recently,” but refused to provide details.
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NHL roundup: Ovechkin scores twice as Capitals beat Rangers 5-1 in opener
Alex Ovechkin passes Marcel Dionne for sole possession of fifth place on the NHL goals list.
NFL notebook: Brady plans to play despite heavily wrapped right hand
Tom Brady injured his right hand in the first half of Tampa Bay’s 45-17 win over Miami on Sunday.
MLB roundup: Astros oust White Sox, now face Red Sox
Houston wins the ALDS in four games, beating Chicago 10-1.
NHL roundup: Penguins beat Lightning 6-2 in NHL opener
The final three Pittsburgh goals are scored into an empty net.
Sports Digest: American Hockey League to have 10 female officials this year
All 10 female officials went through a mentorship program last year run by the NHL and NHL Officiating Association.
NHL notebook: Kraken have 5 players in COVID-19 protocol on eve of opener
Seattle opens its first NHL season Tuesday night at Vegas.
NFL notebook: Gruden out as Raiders coach over offensive emails
Jon Gruden frequently used misogynistic and homophobic language directed at Commissioner Roger Goodell and others in the NFL, according to emails reviewed by The New York Times.
Patriots notebook: Collins spotted at practice, but 5 offensive linemen absent
Linebacker Jamie Collins his making his third stint with the Patriots.
Martinez on ALDS roster, not in Game 1 lineup for Red Sox
J.D. Martinez missed Tuesday night’s win over the New York Yankees in the AL wild-card game because of a sprained left ankle.