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FILE - In this Jan. 23, 2017, file photo, Brian France, Chairman of NASCAR, gives opening remarks prior to an announcement of NASCAR's approach to modernizing its series with a new format, in Charlotte, N.C. NASCAR chairman Brian France has been arrested in New York's Hamptons for driving while intoxicated and criminal possession of oxycodone. France was arrested at 7:30 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 5, 2018, and held overnight. He was arraigned Monday at Sag Harbor Village Justice Court and released. (Jeff Siner/The Charlotte Observer via AP, File)

NASCAR’s Interim Head Opts Stay Quiet

by Larry Lage AP Sports WriterAugust 10, 2018

FILE - In this June 4, 2018, file photo, NHL draft prospect Rasmus Dahlin, of Sweden, smiles during a media availability before Game 4 of the NHL hockey Stanley Cup Final between the Washington Capitals and the Vegas Golden Knights, in Washington. With likelihood of selecting Dahlin with the first pick in the draft on Friday, June 22, the Buffalo Sabres are again in a position to end what’s been a decade-long freefall. (AP Photo/Alex Brandon, File)

All Eyes on Sweden’s Rasmus Dahlin As NHL Draft Arrives

by Larry Lage The Associated PressJune 21, 2018

Minnesota Vikings quarterback Case Keenum throws during the first half of an NFL football game against the Detroit Lions, Thursday, Nov. 23, 2017, in Detroit. (AP Photo/Rick Osentoski)

Keenum-Led Vikings Beat Lions, Add to Division Lead

by Larry Lage The Associated PressNovember 23, 2017

New England Patriots wide receiver Julian Edelman (11) is taken off the field on a cart during the first half of an NFL preseason football game against the Detroit Lions, Friday, Aug. 25, 2017, in Detroit. (AP Photo/Duane Burleson)

Edelman Injured in Patriots’ Victory

by Larry Lage AP Sports WriterAugust 25, 2017

In this May, 3, 2017 photo, Mercy's Grace Canty (17) hits the stick of Cranbrook Kingswood's Angelina Wiater during a lacrosse game at the Cranbrook Kingswood School in Bloomfield Hills, Mich. Helmets are not a required piece of equipment worn by female high school lacrosse players. And this year, the National Federation of State High School Associations allowed the optional use of two models of headgear beyond the previously allowed padded headbands. In 2018, Florida will become the first state to mandate high school female lacrosse players wear protective equipment over their entire head. (AP Photo/Carlos Osorio)

High School & Youth

Girls and Women Facing Mandatory Headgear as Debate Rages

by Larry Lage AP Sports WriterJune 24, 2017

United States forward Brianna Decker, center, is surrounded by teammates after scoring during the second period of a IIHF Women's World Championship hockey tournament game against Canada, Friday, March 31, 2017, in Plymouth, Mich. In the background right is Canada forward Blayre Turnbull. (AP Photo/Carlos Osorio)

What Rust? After Contract Drama, U.S. Women Roll at Worlds

by Larry Lage AP Hockey WriterMarch 31, 2017

Canada goalie Shannon Szabados deflects a shot with her blocker in preparation for the IIHF Women's World Championship hockey tournament, Thursday, March 30, 2017, in Plymouth, Mich. (AP Photo/Paul Sancya)

U.S. Women Hit the Ice

by Larry Lage AP Hockey WriterMarch 30, 2017

Detroit Lions cornerback Darius Slay (23) intercepts a pass intended for Minnesota Vikings wide receiver Adam Thielen (19) during the second half of an NFL football game, Thursday, Nov. 24, 2016 in Detroit. (AP Photo/Paul Sancya)

Lions Top Vikings to Take Sole Possession of First Place

by Larry Lage The Associated PressNovember 24, 2016

Driver Dale Earnhardt Jr., approaches his car before a practice session for the NASCAR Sprint Cup series auto race at Michigan International Speedway, Friday, June 10, 2016 in Brooklyn, Mich. (AP Photo/Carlos Osorio)

Michigan Like a Second Home for Earnhardt Jr.

by Larry Lage AP Sports WriterJune 11, 2016

FILE - In this Dec. 5, 1968, file photo, Detroit Red Wings hockey player Gordie Howe displays a hockey puck with the number 700 on it signifying the scoring of his 700th career goal, in Pittsburgh, Pa. Howe, the rough-and-tumble Canadian farm boy whose boundless blend of talent and toughness made him the NHL’s quintessential star during a career that lasted into his 50s, died Friday. The man forever known as “Mr. Hockey” was 88. (AP Photo/File)

‘Mr. Hockey’ Gordie Howe Dies at 88

by Larry Lage AP Hockey WriterJune 11, 2016