Reuters Sports News Summary

Following is a summary of current sports news briefs.

Miyu Yamashita rolls to 9-shot win in Canada, ties LPGA scoring record

Miyu Yamashita tied an LPGA Tour scoring record as she sailed to a nine-shot victory at the CPKC Women's Open on Sunday in Edmonton. Yamashita was ahead by six shots ​after the third round and carded a 4-under-par 66 Sunday to finish at 23-under 257 for the week at Royal Mayfair Golf Club. Yuri Yoshida of Japan was a distant second at 14 ​under par after a 69.

Soccer-World Cup winners, FIFA legends say Infantino blinded by power

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Browns coach: Deshaun Watson's comments won't affect ‌QB decision

Deshaun Watson's criticisms ​of Cleveland Browns fans won't be part of the decision on whether Watson or Shedeur Sanders will be named Monday as the team's starting quarterback. Browns first-year coach Todd Monken said the piercing comments are a non-factor as he determines which player is the best option to be the club's QB1.

Angels reinstate LHP Yusei Kikuchi after shoulder inflammation

The Los Angeles Angels reinstated left-hander Yusei Kikuchi to start against the Texas Rangers on Sunday after he spent nearly four months on the injured list with shoulder inflammation. To open a roster spot, right-hander Michael Fulmer was designated for assignment.

Mariners' Brendan Donovan placed on 7-day concussion list

The Seattle Mariners placed infielder/outfielder Brendan Donovan ‌on the 7-day concussion list prior to Sunday's game against the visiting Chicago Cubs. Donovan was scratched from Saturday's lineup after being hit in the head by a baseball in the batting cages prior to the game. Seattle manager Dan Wilson said Donovan was hit while taking swings.

Seahawks lose rookie S Bud Clark to broken ankle

Seahawks rookie safety Bud Clark will be out "multiple months" with a broken right ankle sustained in Sunday night's preseason loss at Tennessee. Seattle coach Mike Macdonald confirmed the extent of injury after the 19-16 defeat in Nashville. Clark, drafted by the reigning Super Bowl champions in the second round, was injured on the team's first defensive play and left the field on a cart with his leg in an air cast.

Rockies 3B Kyle Karros returns to 7-day concussion IL

Colorado Rockies third baseman Kyle Karros was placed on the 7-day concussion injured list Sunday for the second time ‌this month. In corresponding moves, the Rockies recalled infielder/outfielder Ryan Ritter from Triple-A Albuquerque, while infielder/outfielder Tyler Freeman was reinstated from the 10-day injured list and optioned to Triple-A.

Soccer-UEFA's Ceferin rules out running for FIFA presidency, Infantino makes pitch to poorer associations

FIFA President Gianni Infantino laid out his manifesto for reelection as the champion of poorer soccer nations on Sunday as UEFA chief Aleksander Ceferin ruled out running against him but said he ‌thought there would be an opposition candidate. Almost a month after Infantino tabled his now abandoned proposal to create a commercial body for FIFA tournament rights and sell off 20% to private investors, the battle for the future of global governance of the world's most popular sport rages on.

Report: Patriots sign P Matt Haack

The Patriots signed veteran punter Matt Haack on Monday, according to ESPN. New England coach Mike Vrabel told reporters that the team would be adding a new punter after Bryce Baringer was forced to exit Saturday's preseason win over the Philadelphia Eagles with an injury.

Soccer-Embattled Infantino says FIFA must close financial gap between 'big countries' and 'others'

Gianni Infantino said on Sunday that it was FIFA's job to close the gap between its wealthy members and those that have few financial resources, adding that some prosperous federations did not want others to grow. The FIFA president has come under intense pressure since the collapse of his proposal to sell a minority stake in a new FIFA commercial entity to private investors, which would have offered up to $40 million to each of the member football federations.

Report: Raiders ⁠RB Ashton Jeanty believed to ​have sprained ankle

Las Vegas running back Ashton Jeanty is believed to have sprained his ankle on Sunday during Raiders practice ⁠in Henderson, Nev., according to a co-report from ESPN and NFL Network late Sunday. Jeanty dove for an attempted reception on a pass route and fell awkwardly on the indoor turf surface, per multiple reports. Jeanty stayed down before being helped from the field by trainers and medical personnel. Jeanty couldn't put weight on his right leg as he left the scene.

Browns waive Dae'Quan Wright, paving reported return to college at LSU

The Cleveland Browns waived tight end Dae'Quan Wright on Sunday, paving a path for him to return to college football ⁠at LSU so long as he clears NFL waivers, his representation told ESPN. Wright -- who signed with the Philadelphia Eagles as an undrafted free agent and then landed with Cleveland via waivers but hasn't appeared in either of their first two preseason games -- is believed to be the first player with an agreement in place to return to college football after signing an NFL contract as an undrafted free agent.

MLB roundup: Ian Happ, Pedro Ramirez slam Cubs past Mariners

Ian Happ and Pedro Ramirez ​hit grand slams as the Chicago Cubs poured it on late in a 19-2 shellacking of the host Seattle Mariners Sunday afternoon. Pete Crow-Armstrong and Michael Conforto also homered and right-hander Aaron Civale (6-7) pitched four innings of scoreless relief as the Cubs snapped a three-game losing streak. Chicago brought home nine runs in the eighth inning and tallied 17 hits in the beatdown.

Reports: 49ers owner Jed ⁠York arrested in Ohio over weekend

San Francisco 49ers owner Jed York was arrested over the weekend in Ohio on two misdemeanor charges, multiple news outlets reported. York, 46, was arrested on Sunday in East Palestine on counts of disorderly conduct and possessing criminal tools, WKBN reported.

Heat sign sharp-shooting guard Klay Thompson

The Miami Heat announced on Sunday night the signing of five-time All-Star guard Klay Thompson after the final year of his contract was bought out by the Dallas Mavericks. While contract terms were not announced, ESPN reported on Friday that Thompson planned to sign a two-year ⁠deal ​worth nearly $13 million. Thompson, 36, became a free agent after clearing waivers. The Mavs bought out Thompson, who was set to make $17.5 million this season, and placed him on waivers after he told the team he wanted to play for a contender. Dallas announced his departure Friday.

Fever star F Aliyah Boston (leg) out vs. Sky

Indiana Fever forward Aliyah Boston was ruled out of Sunday's game against the host Chicago Sky due to a right lower leg injury. Boston played 30 minutes during Saturday's 109-102 road loss to the New York Liberty on the front end of a back-to-back. The four-time All-Star had 22 points, six assists and three rebounds.

49ers activate TE George Kittle (Achilles) off PUP list

The San Francisco 49ers activated star tight end George Kittle from the physically unable to perform list on Sunday. The move represents a significant step forward in his recovery from a torn right Achilles sustained ⁠on Jan. 11 in the 49ers' 23-19 victory over the Philadelphia Eagles in an NFC wild-card game.

Browns place DE Alex Wright on IR, add Derek Barnett

The Cleveland Browns placed starter Alex Wright on injured reserve Sunday and signed fellow defensive end Derek Barnett. Terms of Barnett's deal were not announced by the Browns, but ESPN reported it was a one-year deal worth up to $5.5 million.

Astros and GM ⁠Dana Brown agree to part ways

The Houston Astros and general manager Dana Brown mutually agreed to part ways on Monday. Brown, ⁠59, had held the post since January 2023 and his contract was set to expire at the end of this season.

Report: 49ers trade RB Zamir White to Saints for LB Deion Jones

The New Orleans Saints are acquiring running back Zamir White from the San Francsico 49ers for linebacker Deion Jones, ESPN reported late Sunday. Both veteran players were free agents who signed earlier this month with their teams, only to be traded. The Saints could be looking for depth with five-time Pro Bowl running back Alvin Kamara expected to miss 4-6 weeks with a sprained MCL.

Tennis-Fils claims first ATP Masters 1000 title as Gauff clinches second Cincinnati crown

Arthur Fils ‌defeated Frances Tiafoe to secure his first ATP Masters 1000 title on Sunday, while ‌Coco Gauff beat Jessica Pegula to win her second Cincinnati Open title. Fils bounced back from a second-set wobble to beat American Tiafoe 6-3 1-6 6-0. The 21st seed made a flying start by breaking early to establish a ​3-0 lead in the opening set before Tiafoe got on the board with a hold of serve.