Reuters Sports News Summary

The sport's governing body said a Disciplinary Commission found that Cynisca Cycling, a UCI Women's Continental team, tried to circumvent rules that required five riders per team to start the Argenta Classic event in Belgium last July. Report: Breanna Stewart returns to Liberty on 1-year deal Reigning WNBA Most Valuable Player Breanna Stewart is returning to the New York Liberty for the 2024 season on a one-year deal for less than the maximum, The Athletic reported Monday.

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Cycling-American team sanctioned after mechanic disguised herself as rider

An American women's cycling team have been sanctioned by the Union Cycliste Internationale (UCI) for fraudulent actions after a mechanic was told to disguise herself as a rider in order to satisfy race regulations. The sport's governing body said a Disciplinary Commission found that Cynisca Cycling, a UCI Women's Continental team, tried to circumvent rules that required five riders per team to start the Argenta Classic event in Belgium last July.

Report: Breanna Stewart returns to Liberty on 1-year deal

Reigning WNBA Most Valuable Player Breanna Stewart is returning to the New York Liberty for the 2024 season on a one-year deal for less than the maximum, The Athletic reported Monday. Stewart, 29, took less money in order to keep intact the starting lineup that advanced to the WNBA finals last year, per the report. The Liberty lost 3-1 to the Las Vegas Aces, who enter the 2024 campaign as two-time defending champs.

Reports: Dodgers dealing Manuel Margot to Twins

The Minnesota Twins are acquiring outfielder Manuel Margot from the Los Angeles Dodgers in exchange for middle infielder Noah Miller, according to multiple reports Monday. Margot, 29, is in the second year of a two-year deal worth $19 million with a team option for 2025.

Spring training roundup: Jack Flaherty has stress-free Tigers debut

Jack Flaherty needed to make just 10 pitches in his Detroit Tigers spring training debut as he combined with five relievers to pitch a two-hit shutout in a 4-0 win over the visiting Houston Astros on Monday in Lakeland, Fla. Flaherty struck out Chas McCormick and Jake Meyers in the first inning. Flaherty, a longtime St. Louis Cardinal, signed a one-year, $14 million contract with Detroit in free agency.

Report: Greg McDermott nears lifetime contract with Creighton

Creighton is nearing a lifetime contract extension with head coach Greg McDermott that would allow the 59-year-old to retire there, the Omaha World-Herald reported Monday. McDermott is in his 14th season at Creighton. The Bluejays (20-8, 11-6 Big East) are in the Top 25 and poised to make the NCAA Tournament for the fourth consecutive year.

2024 Scouting Combine: Workout warriors to watch in Indy

Selected one spot ahead of Patrick Mahomes, John Ross III caught 62 passes during his five-year career, but man could he run. Ross was the ninth overall pick by Cincinnati in the 2017 NFL Draft and he's famous -- well, infamous -- for clocking the fastest verified 40 time this century at the NFL Scouting Combine. Ross covered 40 yards in 4.22 seconds and ran his way into the top 10 picks in the draft.

Reports: Cardinals signing INF Brandon Crawford

The St. Louis Cardinals are signing long-time San Francisco Giants infielder Brandon Crawford, pending the completion of a physical, multiple outlets reported Monday. Crawford, 37, is expected to compete for a backup infield spot, likely behind rookie shortstop Masyn Winn.

Warriors G Chris Paul (hand) ready to return

Golden State Warriors guard Chris Paul, sidelined since Jan. 5 with a broken hand, is available to return for Tuesday's road game against the Washington Wizards. The 12-time All-Star underwent surgery to repair a second metacarpal fracture in his left hand on Jan. 8 and has missed the last 21 games.

Shorthanded Heat, Kings both vying for 4th straight win

The Miami Heat seek a fourth straight win in a third different time zone but will have to do so without at least two key players on Monday when they visit the Sacramento Kings. Heat star Jimmy Butler was one of five players suspended by the NBA after having been involved in a skirmish during Friday's 106-95 road win over the New Orleans Pelicans.

Richard Sherman's bail set at $5K after DUI bust

Former NFL All-Pro Richard Sherman was set to bond out of jail on Monday after a weekend arrest for suspicion of driving under the influence. After spending the weekend at the King County Correctional Facility in Seattle, Sherman's bail was set at $5,000 in a hearing Monday morning. Sherman waived his right to appear at the bail hearing, the Seattle Times reported.

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