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Tom Goldman Tom Goldman is NPR's sports correspondent. His reports can be heard throughout NPR's news programming, including Morning Edition and All Things Considered, and on NPR.org.
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What Kind Of Future Should America's Favorite Spectator Sport Expect?

Tomorrow a holiday tradition — Thanksgiving and the NFL. Fans have three different games they can devour, but TV ratings are down as controversy has dogged America's number one spectator sport. Is the future of the NFL at risk?

What Kind Of Future Should America's Favorite Spectator Sport Expect?

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Dallas Cowboys' Ezekiel Elliott Loses Latest Attempt To Block Suspension

Ezekiel Elliott, the Dallas Cowboys' star running back has an on-again, off-again six game suspension in connection with a domestic violence accusation. On Thursday, a panel of federal judges ruled against Elliott and for the NFL, which suspended him in August.

Dallas Cowboys' Ezekiel Elliott Loses Latest Attempt To Block Suspension

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Dodgers Defeat Astros To Force A Final World Series Game

The Los Angeles Dodgers defeated the Houston Astros in Game 6 of the World Series Tuesday night in LA, forcing a Game 7 to determine the series winner.

Dodgers Defeat Astros To Force A Final World Series Game

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Dodgers And Astros Prepare For World Series Game 6 in LA

Game 6 of the World Series is tonight as the Los Angeles Dodgers face the Houston Astros. It's been a thrilling series so far with both teams having offensive explosions and defensive stops.

Dodgers And Astros Prepare For World Series Game 6 in LA

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Astros Tie World Series, Beat Dodgers 7-6 In Game 2

The Houston Astros won one of the wildest World Series games ever Wednesday night — to even the series against the LA Dodgers. The game went into extra innings with both teams slugging home runs.

Astros Tie World Series, Beat Dodgers 7-6 In Game 2

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In Game 1 Of The World Series, Justin Turner Is The Dodgers Breakout Star

Game 2 of the World Series is tonight in Los Angeles as the Dodgers take on the Houston Astros. The Dodgers won Game 1 on strong pitching and a homerun from Justin Turner, who is enjoying his time in the limelight.

In Game 1 Of The World Series, Justin Turner Is The Dodgers Breakout Star

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World Series: It's Power Vs. Power As Los Angeles Takes On Houston

Los Angeles Dodgers pitcher Clayton Kershaw has been called the best pitcher of his generation, but he'll meet his match with Houston, the best-hitting team. Matt Slocum/AP hide caption

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World Series: It's Power Vs. Power As Los Angeles Takes On Houston

Houston has "been a city that, y'know, has been going through a lot of things this year," second baseman Jose Altuve said. But the Dodgers are still favored to win.

World Series: It's Power Vs. Power As Los Angeles Takes On Houston

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Age-Defying Athletes May Provide Clues For The Rest Of Us

From Tom Brady to Venus Williams to baseball's Ichiro Suzuki, elite athletes are playing past their supposed primes. Are there lessons they can teach average people about exercise and health?

Age-Defying Athletes May Provide Clues For The Rest Of Us

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NFL Players And Owners Have Not Resolved Controversy Over Anthem Protests

NFL owners and players did not resolve the controversy over anthem protests at an owners meeting in New York on Tuesday, but emerged largely positive about the session and pledged to meet again.

NFL Players And Owners Have Not Resolved Controversy Over Anthem Protests

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Seattle Seahawks Wide Receiver Is 'Quietly' Involved In Anthem Protest

NFL executives and players meet to discuss protests during the national anthem. Seattle Seahawks receiver Doug Baldwin is watching closely — he's become involved with issues underlying the protests.

Seattle Seahawks Wide Receiver Is 'Quietly' Involved In Anthem Protest

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New NHL Team In Las Vegas Honors Victims Of Mass Shooting

Las Vegas got its first major pro-sports franchise this fall with the NHL expansion team Golden Knights. The team played their first home game Tuesday night, and paid tribute to the shooting victims.

New NHL Team In Las Vegas Honors Victims Of Mass Shooting

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