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UCSF-led Consortium to Receive $3.45 Million from NFL to Study Traumatic Brain Injury
The NFL has awarded more than $3.45 million to a UCSF-led research consortium tasked with identifying the causes, risk factors, biomarkers and prognoses for patients with TBI.
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Baseball owners extend Manfred's contract
Baseball owners have extended the contract of Commissioner Rob Manfred after two days of meetings in Atlanta.
Buster's Buzz: Grandal's ugly Octobers could scare away potential suitors
He might be the best catcher available this winter. But his past two postseasons have been a lowlight reel of passed balls, crossed-up signs and strikeouts.
Stadium worker who spit on pizza gets probation
A fired Comerica Park stadium worker who pleaded guilty to spitting on a pizza has been sentenced to 18 months of probation and must take an anger management class.
Japan beats MLB All-Stars in final exhibition
Sosuke Genda drove in three runs with a bases-clearing triple as Japan beat the MLB All-Stars 4-1 in the final of their six-game exhibition series on Thursday.
How Christian Yelich became the face of the Brewers' revival
The ex-Marlins outfielder's first year in Milwaukee couldn't have gone much better, from his MVP-caliber season to his warm embrace by Midwest fans.
Cy Young trophies for deGrom, Snell reflect analytics' impact
The Mets ace took home his trophy with just 10 wins, the Rays hurler with just over 180 IP, so voters looked deeper at their performance.
Rangers name first coaches for Woodward staff
New Rangers manager Chris Woodward's staff will include three returning coaches and add Luis Ortiz as hitting coach.
Mets' deGrom (1.70 ERA) awarded NL Cy Young
Mets right-hander Jacob deGrom, who led the majors with a 1.70 ERA, won the National League Cy Young Award on Wednesday night.
Red Sox reward Cora, extend deal through '21
The Red Sox gave manager Alex Cora a new deal Monday that included a one-year extension through the 2021 season and, most likely, a significant raise. Terms were not announced.
Snell wins AL Cy Young after breakout season
Blake Snell's breakout season has culminated in the American League Cy Young Award. The Rays left-hander won out over Astros ace Justin Verlander and Indians stalwart Corey Kluber.
Bringing Artificial Limbs to Patients Who Need Them
UCSF researchers are talking to patients about what they want in artificial limbs with the aim of improving and speeding the FDA approval process.
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Yanks have cash, but Machado may pay for quote
Yankees owner Hal Steinbrenner says comments by prized free agent Manny Machado about not being "Johnny Hustle" won't go over well "where we play baseball."
Indians' Gonzalez in 5-player trade with Pirates
The Indians and Pirates completed a five-player trade Wednesday that included Cleveland infielder Erik Gonzalez.
Can Video Games Improve the Health of Older Adults with Schizophrenia?
Video games can offer a safe and easy way for a sedentary population to get started with exercise.
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Japan beats MLB All-Stars, wins exhibition series
Takayuki Kai drove in the go-ahead run in the eighth inning to lead Japan over the MLB All-Stars 6-5 Wednesday and give the hosts a 4-1 lead in their six-game exhibition series.
Buster's Buzz: Future of baseball at stake with owners, players set to meet
With a potential labor war looming, here are three talking points that could bring the two sides together when they sit down next week.
What sets Jacob deGrom's Cy-worthy season apart?
If the Mets ace wins the NL Cy Young Award on Wednesday -- as he should -- we'll know for sure that judging pitchers' performances has entered a new age.
A blockbuster offseason move for all 30 teams
Want to make a hot stove splash? Start with these bold trades and free-agent additions.
Braves' Snitker named NL Manager of the Year
After leading the Braves to an unexpected National League East title, Brian Snitker has been named NL Manager of the Year. The Brewers' Craig Counsell and Rockies' Bud Black finished second and third, respectively.