MORNING ROUNDUP
Chiefs sign Reid to extension
The Chiefs have given coach Andy Reid a contract extension and parted ways with general manager John
Dorsey, making two massive decisions on what is typically a quiet week in the offseason.
The Chiefs did not say who would take over the GM duties on an interim basis.
KU to upgrade stadium
Kansas athletic director
Sheahon Zenger says plans to renovate Memorial Stadium and build an indoor training facility are moving forward and will cost around $300 million.
The Kansas City Star reports that Zenger made the announcement Wednesday night at a meet-and-greet event for the football team at a Kansas City, Missouri, bar. He says architectural drawings are in the works and will be released to the public in September.
Robertson ordered to trial
Former Michigan State football player Auston
Robertson has been ordered to trial on sexual assault charges.
A 20-year-old woman testified Thursday that Robertson raped her at her off-campus apartment in April. The defensive end from Fort Wayne, Indiana, was kicked off the team after he was charged.
Springer suffers hand contusion
Houston Astros outfielder
George Springer suffered a left hand contusion after being struck by a 92-mph fastball from Jesse Hahn leading off Thursday against the Oakland Athletics.
The ball grazed Springer's left shoulder. Springer is tied for second in the American league with 21 home runs. His status is day-to-day.