Jaguars' Tyler Eifert to honor fallen retired officer on helmet: report

Jacksonville Jaguars tight end Tyler Eifert will pay tribute to David Dorn on his helmet this year in honor of the slain retired St. Louis police captain, according to a report on Monday.

Flyers stave off elimination with 4-3 win over Islanders

Scott Laughton scored on a redirect in overtime after Philadelphia blew a late two-goal lead, helping and the Flyers stave off elimination with a 4-3 win over the New York Islanders on Tuesday night.

Comcast Spectacor, Harris Blitzer Sports offer Wells Fargo Center for election activities

The arena, which is home to the Philadelphia Flyers and 76ers, will be made available for the city to use for the November general election. Its exact purpose has yet to be determined. 

Phillies acquire reliever David Phelps from Brewers

The Philadelphia Phillies acquired right-hander David Phelps from the Milwaukee Brewers before Monday's trade deadline.

NFL reveals more in-game social and racial justice plans

As part of its social justice awareness initiatives, the NFL will allow visuals on helmets and caps.

Howard Eskin completes 1,100 'Walk to Tampa' while raising thousands of dollars

The longtime radio host began his journey a few months back as he set out with the goal to walk more than 1,100 miles. That is the distance between Philadelphia and Tampa, Florida, the site of this year's Super Bowl.

Retired athletes, sports debate shows take lead on social justice conversations

During a week in which athletes in several sports walked off the job to protest social and racial injustice, sports networks devoted plenty of airtime to those topics.

NHL playoffs return after 2-day break for protests

The NHL playoffs took a two-day break to protest racial injustice, the latest twist in an unprecedented, pandemic-halted season.

French authorities harden COVID-19 rules at Tour de France

French authorities have made it harder for Tour de France teams to reach the finish line in Paris by deciding they will be expelled from the race if two or more of their staff members test positive for COVID-19 within a week.

NBA to form social justice coalition as playoffs resume following walk-off protests

The NBA playoffs will resume Saturday after the league and the National Basketball Players Association detailed commitments that made players comfortable continuing the postseason.

Stanley Cup Playoffs to resume with 3 games each Saturday, Sunday

The NHL's second-round playoff series will resume with three games each on Saturday and Sunday after players prompted the league to postpone two days of action to protest racial injustice.

NBA players agree to resume playoffs after protest against racial injustice

An unprecedented walkout over racial injustice has postponed a second day of the NBA playoffs. But players have committed to remain and finish the season.