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ESPN starts layoffs tied to NFL Network acquisition, memo says

ESPN is undergoing a significant round of layoffs for the first time in three years after taking over NFL Network in April. Chairman Jimmy Pitaro said in a memo to employees Tuesday morning, obtained by The Associated Press, that most moves are the result of ESPN's acquisition of NFL Network and other league digital assets last year. The deal was announced last August and also included NFL Fantasy and the rights to distribute the RedZone channel to cable and satellite operators. In return, the NFL got a 10% equity stake in ESPN. It was approved by government regulators in January. ...

Guardians beat Twins 5-2 for third straight victory

CLEVELAND (AP) — Austin Hedges and Petey Halpin hit sacrifice flies in the sixth inning as the Cleveland Guardians, a night after hitting seven homers, used small ball to beat the Minnesota Twins 5-2 on Tuesday for a third straight victory. Cleveland starter Parker Messick allowed two runs ...

Still a lot of work to do for WVU with season approaching

MORGANTOWN — On July 17, West Virginia football released a hype video on its social media platforms. It showed moments from the past, including Tavon Austin, Pat White and Pat McAfee, and showed some highlights from last season. The 17th of July marked 50 days until the Mountaineers run out onto the field to play against Coastal Carolina. It seems like just yesterday the baseball team was playing in the College World Series semifinals, and now it's almost football season. In a few weeks, Rich Rodriguez will be blowing his whistle and yelling on the practice field behind Milan Puskar ...