Kristen Walker, a former chief White House correspondent who has been at NBC News in Washington since 2011 will replace Chuck Todd.
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NFL notebook: Belichick: Pats have ‘moved on’ after losing 2 workout days for NFL rules violation
The violation reportedly was for holding a mandatory meeting that was required to be optional.
NHL notebook: Maple Leafs hire Treliving as team’s new general manager
Brad Treliving left the Calgary Flames in April following nine seasons that included five playoff appearances and two 100-point seasons.
Reds rally to beat Red Sox 5-4, beat Boston in series for 1st time since ’75 Fall Classic
Cincinnati’s Spencer Steer hits a two-run homer to break a seventh-inning tie at Fenway Park.
NASCAR suspends Elliott for 1 race for wrecking Hamlin
Chase Elliott will miss this weekend’s race in St. Louis.
NHL notebook: Predators hire former Portland Pirate Brunette to coach
Nashville GM Barry Trotz, who coached Andrew Brunette for four seasons in Portland in the AHL, fires John Hynes.
Panthers throwing knockout blows to anyone in their path, on way to Stanley Cup Final
The Panthers have won 11 of their last 12 contests against basically the best possible teams they could have faced, including four against the Bruins in the first round.
Patriots’ OTA violation another embarrassing moment for Belichick
Commentary: The Patriots lose two days of OTAs and Coach Bill Belichick is fined $50,000 for violating NFL offseason rules.
Auto racing notebook: Dixon aims for second Indy 500 win while rueing so many close calls
Scott Dixon, who has led an Indy 500-record 665 career laps, won his first Indy 500 in 2008.
Sports Digest: Maine wins opener in America East baseball tournament
The top-seeded Black Bears hit three home runs in a 10-7 victory over UMass Lowell.