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Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes (15) made The Associated Press 2018 NFL All-Pro Team, Friday, Jan. 4, 2018.

AP All-Pro team has Kansas City accent: Mahomes, 3 teammates

Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes (15) made The Associated Press 2018 NFL All-Pro Team, Friday, Jan. 4, 2018.

January 4, 2019, 3:59pm National Sports

From a breakthrough quarterback to a unanimous choice. From two brothers to four rookies for the first time — two from the same club, no less. The Associated Press 2018 All-Pro Team has something for everyone. Read story

Seattle Mariners pitcher Yusei Kikuchi smiles and shows off his new jersey following a news conference after his signing with the team, Thursday, Jan. 3, 2019, in Seattle. Kikuchi is the latest Japanese star to decide on calling Seattle home in the majors. The Mariners hope their new left-handed pitcher can help in their rebuild process.

Mariners’ unique approach lands Kikuchi

Seattle Mariners pitcher Yusei Kikuchi smiles and shows off his new jersey following a news conference after his signing with the team, Thursday, Jan. 3, 2019, in Seattle. Kikuchi is the latest Japanese star to decide on calling Seattle home in the majors. The Mariners hope their new left-handed pitcher can help in their rebuild process.

January 3, 2019, 8:57pm National Sports

Yusei Kikuchi smiled wide for the cameras, pointing to the back of his No. 18 jersey — a celebrated number for Japanese pitchers. In the city where one of his childhood idols, Ichiro Suzuki, became a major league star, Kikuchi is eager to prove he belongs in America, too. Read story

A general view of Notre Dame Stadium is seen in the second period of the NHL Winter Classic hockey game between the Boston Bruins and the Chicago Blackhawks, Tuesday, Jan. 1, 2019, in South Bend, Ind. (AP Photo/Nam Y.

Bruins beat Blackhawks 4-2 in Winter Classic

A general view of Notre Dame Stadium is seen in the second period of the NHL Winter Classic hockey game between the Boston Bruins and the Chicago Blackhawks, Tuesday, Jan. 1, 2019, in South Bend, Ind. (AP Photo/Nam Y.

January 1, 2019, 3:25pm National Sports

David Pastrnak had a goal and an assist, Tuukka Rask made 36 saves and the Boston Bruins beat the Chicago Blackhawks 4-2 on Tuesday in the Winter Classic at Notre Dame. Read story

Baltimore Ravens inside linebacker C.J. Mosley, center, celebrates his interception with teammates Kenny Young, left, and Patrick Onwuasor in the second half of an NFL football game against the Cleveland Browns, Sunday, Dec. 30, 2018, in Baltimore. Baltimore Ravens won 26-24.

Ravens win AFC North, Eagles, Colts get wild cards

Baltimore Ravens inside linebacker C.J. Mosley, center, celebrates his interception with teammates Kenny Young, left, and Patrick Onwuasor in the second half of an NFL football game against the Cleveland Browns, Sunday, Dec. 30, 2018, in Baltimore. Baltimore Ravens won 26-24.

December 30, 2018, 8:48pm National Sports

The playoff chase went down to the final minutes of the season Sunday, when Baltimore squeezed in as AFC North winner, and defending Super Bowl champion Philadelphia got some help to secure an NFC wild card. Read story

Alabama running back Damien Harris (34) scores a touchdown, during the first half of the Orange Bowl NCAA college football game against Oklahoma, Saturday, Dec. 29, 2018, in Miami Gardens, Fla.

No. 1 Alabama beats No. 4 Oklahoma to reach title game

Alabama running back Damien Harris (34) scores a touchdown, during the first half of the Orange Bowl NCAA college football game against Oklahoma, Saturday, Dec. 29, 2018, in Miami Gardens, Fla.

December 29, 2018, 9:17pm College

Tua Tagovailoa threw for 318 yards and four touchdowns and No. 1-ranked Alabama beat No. 4 Oklahoma 45-34 on Saturday night in the College Football Playoff semifinal at the Orange Bowl. Read story

Clemson wide receiver Justyn Ross (8), defensive lineman Christian Wilkins (42) and wide receiver Hunter Renfrow (13) celebrates touchdown scored by Ross in the first half of the NCAA Cotton Bowl semi-final playoff football game against Notre Dame on Saturday, Dec. 29, 2018, in Arlington, Texas.

Lawrence lights up Notre Dame, No. 2 Clemson cruises 30-3

Clemson wide receiver Justyn Ross (8), defensive lineman Christian Wilkins (42) and wide receiver Hunter Renfrow (13) celebrates touchdown scored by Ross in the first half of the NCAA Cotton Bowl semi-final playoff football game against Notre Dame on Saturday, Dec. 29, 2018, in Arlington, Texas.

December 29, 2018, 5:25pm College

Freshman quarterback Trevor Lawrence threw for 327 yards and three touchdowns and No. 2 Clemson beat No. 3 Notre Dame 30-3 on Saturday in the Cotton Bowl to reach the College Football Playoff championship game for the third time in four seasons. Read story

LeBron James was named The Associated Press Male Athlete of the Year on Thursday, Dec. 27, 2018.

LeBron James is the AP’s male athlete of 2018

LeBron James was named The Associated Press Male Athlete of the Year on Thursday, Dec. 27, 2018.

December 27, 2018, 11:30am National Sports

LeBron James has been selected as The Associated Press Male Athlete of the Year — after 2018 saw him continue to excel on the court, open the "I Promise" school for at-risk children in his hometown of Akron, Ohio, and further use his voice as an activist. Read story

Serena Williams was named The Associated Press Female Athlete of the Year on Wednesday, Dec. 26, 2018.

Serena voted AP Female Athlete of the Year for 5th time

Serena Williams was named The Associated Press Female Athlete of the Year on Wednesday, Dec. 26, 2018.

December 26, 2018, 9:49am National Sports

Serena Williams' rapid return to tennis after a health scare following childbirth was a victory in itself, and for that, Williams was voted The Associated Press Female Athlete of the Year for the fifth time. Read story

Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James (23) grimaces after straining his left groin, during the second half of the team's NBA basketball game against the Golden State Warriors on Tuesday, Dec. 25, 2018, in Oakland, Calif. The Lakers won 127-101.

NBA Christmas: Lakers stun Warriors despite losing James to injury

Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James (23) grimaces after straining his left groin, during the second half of the team's NBA basketball game against the Golden State Warriors on Tuesday, Dec. 25, 2018, in Oakland, Calif. The Lakers won 127-101.

December 25, 2018, 9:14pm National Sports

Celtics, Rockets, Bucks also receive the gift of victory on Christmas Day. Read story

Milwaukee Bucks forward Giannis Antetokounmpo plays against the Detroit Pistons in the first half of an NBA basketball game in Detroit, Monday, Dec. 17, 2018.

It’s no Christmas miracle: Giannis Antetokounmpo has arrived

Milwaukee Bucks forward Giannis Antetokounmpo plays against the Detroit Pistons in the first half of an NBA basketball game in Detroit, Monday, Dec. 17, 2018.

December 24, 2018, 5:06pm National Sports

Atari’s original video game console was the hot toy. Leisure suits were cool. Elvis Presley unexpectedly died. The first “Star Wars” movie was released. Read story