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Lando Norris beats Kimi Antonelli for Miami GP sprint pole

Fri, 01 May 2026 23:40:24 GMT

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McLaren's Lando Norris beat out Mercedes' young star and Formula 1 championship leader Kimi Antonelli for pole position in spring qualifying Friday at the Miami Grand Prix.

Norris emerged from a one-lap shootout in SQ3 0.222 seconds better than Antonelli, with McLaren teammate Oscar Piastri in third, Ferrari's Charles Leclerc fourth and Red Bull's Max Verstapp

Jannik Sinner, Alexander Zverev advance to Madrid final

Fri, 01 May 2026 23:05:09 GMT

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Top-seeded Jannik Sinner recorded his 22nd consecutive victory and second-seeded Alexander Zverev also won his semifinal match on Friday to set up a top-flight title-match pairing at the Mutua Madrid Open.

Sinner cruised to a 6-2, 6-4 victory over No. 21 Arthur Fils of France in his semi to reach the Madrid championship match for the first time. On Sunday, the Italian

Four-star 2027 QB prospect Wonderful Monds IV commits to Notre Dame

Fri, 01 May 2026 21:40:30 GMT

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Four-star 2027 quarterback prospect Wonderful Monds IV announced his commitment to Notre Dame on ESPN's Pat McAfee Show Friday afternoon.

Monds, who hails from Vero Beach, Fla, chose the Fighting Irish over Florida State and Ohio State. He ranks as the No. 264 overall prospect and No. 20 quarterback in the 2027 recruiting class in 247S

George Russell not focused on title fight with Kimi Antonelli yet

Fri, 01 May 2026 17:40:37 GMT

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George Russell said he is treating his battle for the Formula 1 world championship with Mercedes teammate Kimi Antonelli like a marathon.

As the schedule resumes with Sunday's Miami Grand Prix, Italy's Antonelli holds a nine-point lead over England's Russell with Monaco's Charles Leclerc of Ferrari another 14 points back in third place.

'It made me think -- the

Cowboys sign 1st-rounder Caleb Downs, five other picks

Fri, 01 May 2026 17:40:31 GMT

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The Dallas Cowboys signed six of their seven picks from the 2026 NFL Draft on Friday, including first-round selection Caleb Downs to his four-year rookie deal.

Downs, the 11th overall pick of the draft, will receive $28.95 million in fully guaranteed money that includes a $17.5 million signing bonus. The deal also includes a fifth-year team option.

The Cowboys tr

Streaking Cardinals return home to take on Dodgers

Fri, 01 May 2026 13:05:07 GMT

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After getting the best of one of baseball's best pitchers, the St. Louis Cardinals will return home this weekend to see what they can do against the least experienced starters the defending World Series champion Los Angeles Dodgers have to offer.

The Cardinals will face the Dodgers in Friday's opener of a three-game series and six-game homestand after beating Pittsbur

Rays 'encouraged' by return of Shane McClanahan as he prepares to face Giants

Fri, 01 May 2026 12:19:09 GMT

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The Tampa Bay Rays will turn to former ace Shane McClanahan on Friday night in the opener of a three-game series with the San Francisco Giants in St. Petersburg, Fla.

The Rays continue to see progress from the left-hander, who recorded his first home win in almost three years last weekend against the Minnesota Twins.

The Rays realize the 2026 version of Mc

Phillies ride momentum of series sweep into opener vs. Marlins

Fri, 01 May 2026 11:55:14 GMT

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The Philadelphia Phillies are showing signs of life under interim manager Don Mattingly.

The Phillies will go for their fourth straight victory Friday night when they visit the Miami Marlins in the opener of a four-game series.

Philadelphia parted ways with manager Rob Thomson on Tuesday morning after a 9-19 start to the season. Mattingly was promoted from benc

Madrid Open: Zverev reaches semifinals, joins Federer, Nadal, Sinner in elite list

Fri, 01 May 2026 09:20:42 GMT

Madrid [Spain], May 1 (ANI): Alexander Zverev reached the semifinals of the ongoing Madrid Open, easing past Flavio Cobolli to continue his impressive run in the ATP Masters 1000 tournaments.

On Thursday, Zverev beat Cobolli 6-1, 6-4 just 12 days after losing to him in the semifinals of the Munich Open. The two-time Madrid Open champion dropped just seven of 39 points behind his first serve, en route to his four

Kimi Antonelli expects Mercedes' rivals to close gap at Miami GP

Fri, 01 May 2026 00:19:09 GMT

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Kimi Antonelli holds the top spot in the Formula 1 Drivers' Championship standings, but the youngster appears to hold no illusions that he and Mercedes will run away from the pack.

Antonelli spoke to reporters Thursday ahead of the Miami Grand Prix and predicted a close battle when the rubber hits the road this Sunday.

'It's going to be a very interesting weeke

US resumes direct flights to Venezuela after 7-year suspension

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 23:45:50 GMT

Washington DC [US], May 1 (ANI): Direct commercial air travel between the United States and Venezuela has resumed after a seven-year gap, marking a significant reopening of aviation links between the two countries.

The first flight under the renewed arrangement, operated by American Airlines, departed from Miami and landed in Caracas on Thursday (local time).

The White House announced the development on so

Fernando Alonso unsure of F1 future, but won't stop racing

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 23:19:06 GMT

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In the midst of a disappointing season as an Aston Martin driver, Fernando Alonso isn't in a hurry to make a decision on his Formula 1 future.

The two-time F1 series champion (2005-06), racing in his 23rd season at the top level of competition, remains up in the air about the future of his Aston Martin contract, which expires at the end of this season.

'I'm not

Report: Calais Campbell, 39, to sign 1-year deal with Ravens

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 16:40:35 GMT

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Six-time Pro-Bowl defensive end Calais Campbell is returning to Baltimore to sign a one-year contract with the Ravens, ESPN reported Thursday.

Campbell, who turns 40 on Sept. 1, previously played in Baltimore from 2020-22. He will suit up for his 19th NFL season in 2026.

Campbell has appeared in 278 regular-season games (259 starts). The league record for a def

MLB roundup: Braves walk off Tigers in comeback stunner

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 04:05:12 GMT

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Matt Olson delivered a long, two-run, walk-off homer in the ninth inning against closer Kenley Jansen to lift the Atlanta Braves to a 4-3 win over the visiting Detroit Tigers on Thursday.

Ozzie Albies opened the inning with a walk and Olson followed with his ninth homer, a 397-foot shot to right-center field that landed in the Atlanta bullpen. It was the second strai

Tigers put RHP Casey Mize (adductor), SS Javier Baez (ankle) on IL

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 01:05:04 GMT

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Detroit Tigers' right-hander Casey Mize and shortstop Javier Baez were placed on the injured list on Wednesday after both were hurt during Tuesday's loss to the Atlanta Braves.

Mize, 27, is on the 15-day IL with a right adductor strain. The 2025 All-Star appeared to be in pain after a second-inning strikeout, then departed in the third after a throw to first base

Torrid Jannik Sinner, Arthur Fils move on in Madrid

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 23:55:11 GMT

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Top-seeded Jannik Sinner saved all seven break points he faced and stretched his winning streak to 21 matches by taking down Rafael Jodar 6-2, 7-6 (0) on Wednesday to advance to the semifinals of the Mutua Madrid Open.

Sinner stroked 28 winners against 12 unforced errors while winning the quarterfinal match in one hour, 55 minu

Marlins edge Dodgers for first road series win of season

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 22:19:20 GMT

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Sandy Alcantara went six strong innings, Javier Sanoja had a go-ahead bloop single in the eighth inning and the visiting Miami Marlins finished off a series victory over the Los Angeles Dodgers with a 3-2 win on Wednesday.Liam Hicks and Esteury Ruiz hit home runs as the Marlins took two of three from the two-time defending champion Dodgers for their first road series win o

Jack Draper to miss French Open due to knee injury

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 20:19:12 GMT

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Britain's Jack Draper will miss the rest of the clay court season, including the French Open, as he continues to deal with a tendon issue in his right knee.

'My knee is on the mend and I've started back hitting balls but unfortunately I have been advised not to play Roland Garros,' Draper posted on Instagram on Wednesday. 'As gutting as it is to miss another Slam, th

Raiders' Fernando Mendoza to wear No. 15 with blessing from Tom Flores

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 19:19:12 GMT

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Top overall draft pick Fernando Mendoza will wear jersey No. 15 with the Las Vegas Raiders.

The selection of that jersey number comes with the blessing of Hall of Famer Tom Flores, a two-time Super Bowl-winning head coach of the Raiders as well as the first quarterback in franchise history. Flores wore the No. 15 with the then-Oakland Raiders from 1960-66.

'He de

Longtime Broncos S Justin Simmons retiring at 32

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 14:40:37 GMT

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Former Denver Broncos free safety Justin Simmons is announcing his retirement Wednesday after nine seasons.

The two-time Pro Bowl selection played for Denver from 2016-23 and spent 2024 with the Atlanta Falcons before sitting out the 2025 season.

The Broncos planned a press conference with Simmons, 32, at noon local time Wednesday in Englewood, Colo.

Phillies eager to ride 'good start' into rematch vs. Giants

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 14:05:12 GMT

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After beginning the Don Mattingly era with a much-needed victory, the Philadelphia Phillies hope to ride the momentum into Wednesday night's matchup with the visiting San Francisco Giants.

Philadelphia entered Tuesday with a league-worst-tying 9-19 record, prompting the team to part ways with manager Rob Thomson.

Mattingly was promoted from bench coach to rep

Marlins turn to Sandy Alcantara in bid for series win vs. Dodgers

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 12:40:28 GMT

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A pair of early-season workhorses will square off when the Los Angeles Dodgers host the Miami Marlins on Wednesday afternoon in the finale of a three-game series.

The Marlins will send National League innings leader Sandy Alcantara (3-2, 3.05 ERA) to the mound, and the Dodgers will counter with fellow right-hander Tyler Glasnow (3-0, 2.45), who has reached 100 pi

MLB roundup: Phillies trounce Giants after making managerial change

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 08:55:15 GMT

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Jesus Luzardo allowed just two hits over seven innings as the Philadelphia Phillies topped the visiting San Francisco Giants 7-0 on Tuesday, hours after firing manager Rob Thomson.

With a 9-19 record entering Tuesday that was tied for the worst mark in the major leagues, the Phillies opted to part ways with Thomson, who had managed the squad for nearly four years.

Janson Junk outduels Shohei Ohtani as Marlins edge Dodgers

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 05:19:04 GMT

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Janson Junk pitched six scoreless innings, Otto Lopez had three hits and the visiting Miami Marlins held on for a 2-1 victory over the Los Angeles Dodgers on Tuesday to even a three-game series.

Owen Caissie and Kyle Stowers each drove in a run as the Marlins improved to 2-3 on a six-game West Coast road trip.

Junk (2-2) gave up three hits with one walk a

Nick Martinez, Rays' bullpen mow down Guardians in 1-0 win

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 01:05:08 GMT

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Jonathan Aranda had an RBI single in the fifth inning and Nick Martinez and three relievers combined on a four-hitter as the visiting Tampa Bay Rays edged the Cleveland Guardians 1-0 on Tuesday night.

Martinez (2-1) worked seven-plus innings, striking out four in lowering his ERA to 1.70. The right-hander walked one and gave up three hits, throwing 13 or fewer pitc

Patrick Cantlay WDs from Cadillac Championship

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 00:40:31 GMT

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Patrick Cantlay joined the list of marquee players who will miss this week's signature event at the Cadillac Championship when he withdrew on Tuesday, citing an illness.

He'll be replaced in the field by Michael Thorbjornsen.

Ranked 32nd in the world, Cantlay has enjoyed solid recent form that saw him tie for seventh at the Valspar Championship before tying for

Hailey Baptiste saves six match points to stun Aryna Sabalenka in Madrid

Tue, 28 Apr 2026 22:40:25 GMT

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Hailey Baptiste upset World No. 1 Aryna Sabalenka and did so in dramatic fashion, saving six match points en route to a 2-6, 6-2, 7-6 (6) victory in the quarterfinals of the Madrid Open on Tuesday.

The 30th-seeded Baptiste earned the first top-five victory of her young career by handing Sabalenka only her second loss of the season. The Belarusian saw a 15-match

Yankees place DH Giancarlo Stanton (calf) on IL

Tue, 28 Apr 2026 21:40:34 GMT

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The New York Yankees placed designated hitter Giancarlo Stanton on the 15-day injured list Tuesday due to a right calf strain.

The move is retroactive to Saturday. The Yankees recalled infielder Max Schuemann from Triple-A Scranton/Wilkes-Barre to take his place on the active roster.

Stanton last played Friday at the Houston Astros and left after the sixth

Justin Rose debuting clubs from F1's McLaren at Cadillac Championship

Tue, 28 Apr 2026 21:05:16 GMT

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Justin Rose raised some eyebrows with the announcement that he will debut new McLaren Golf clubs at this week's Cadillac Championship in Miami.

It's part of the Formula One racing team's launch into the golf space and coincides with this week's Miami Grand Prix on Sunday.

On the surface it looks like a big gamble by the 45-year-old Rose, who became the second

Golf Glance: PGA Tour returns to Trump National Doral; Champions hit 2nd major

Tue, 28 Apr 2026 20:19:12 GMT

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The PGA Tour returns to Trump National Doral following a 10-year hiatus for a signature event, the LPGA Tour is in Mexico and the Champions hit their second major of the year.

PGA TOUR

THIS WEEK: Cadillac Championship, Miami, April 30-May 3

Course: Trump National Doral, Blue Monster (Par 72, 7,739 Yards)

Purse: $20M (Winner: $3.6M)

Defending Ch

Miami athletic director Dan Radakovich retiring June 1

Tue, 28 Apr 2026 19:40:50 GMT

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University of Miami athletic director Dan Radakovich announced his retirement on Tuesday, effective June 1.

Radakovich, 67, has guided the Hurricanes' athletic department since 2021 after previously working as the AD at Clemson (2012-21), Georgia Tech (2006-12) and American (2000-01).

'Dan came to us with an outstanding track record. I've enjoyed working with h

Damon Jones agrees to plea deal in federal gambling case

Tue, 28 Apr 2026 18:40:22 GMT

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Former NBA player and assistant coach Damon Jones accepted a plea agreement, becoming the first to take a deal in the federal gambling investigation that led to more than two dozen arrests.

Jones, 49, pleaded guilty to conspiracy to commit wire fraud in a federal court in Brooklyn, N.Y., on Tuesday, one day after former Charlotte Hornets and Miami Heat guard

After managerial change, Phillies look to alter fortunes vs. Giants

Tue, 28 Apr 2026 16:19:09 GMT

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The Philadelphia Phillies made news on Tuesday morning, hours before opening a three-game series against the visiting San Francisco Giants.

The Phillies fired manager Rob Thomson and named bench coach Don Mattingly as their interim skipper through the 2026 season.

USA Today reported Boston Red Sox manager Alex Cora, fired Friday, was offered the job and dec

Phillies fire Rob Thomson, tab Don Mattingly as interim manager

Tue, 28 Apr 2026 15:40:46 GMT

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The Philadelphia Phillies fired manager Rob Thomson on Tuesday and named bench coach Don Mattingly as their interim skipper through the 2026 season.

USA Today reported Boston Red Sox manager Alex Cora, fired Friday, was offered the job and declined, opting to spend time with his family.

The floundering Phillies (9-19) have lost 11 of their last 12 games are tie

Dodgers' Shohei Ohtani strives to continue stellar pitching in clash vs. Marlins

Tue, 28 Apr 2026 13:05:04 GMT

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The Los Angeles Dodgers are tightening Shohei Ohtani's pitching schedule as the right-hander prepares to take the mound Tuesday night against the visiting Miami Marlins.

The outing means that Ohtani (2-0, 0.38 ERA) will pitch on five days of rest for just the third time in 19 career starts for the Dodgers. He has pitched on at least six days' rest in each of his four

After rare misstep, Pirates' bullpen seeks redemption vs. Cardinals

Tue, 28 Apr 2026 09:19:04 GMT

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Thirty-six innings. More than a year. That's how long it had been since the Cardinals scored against the Pirates in Pittsburgh.

St. Louis quickly made up for lost time.

The Cardinals exploded for four runs with one out in the ninth inning against the usually reliable Dennis Santana as St. Louis posted a 4-2 win in the opener of a four-game series with the Pira

Kyle Tucker's walk-off single caps Dodgers' rally past Marlins

Tue, 28 Apr 2026 06:25:16 GMT

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Kyle Tucker delivered a game-ending two-run single to cap a three-run bottom of the ninth as the Los Angeles Dodgers rallied for a 5-4 victory over the visiting Miami Marlins on Monday to open a three-game series.

Shohei Ohtani (3-for-5) added an RBI ground-rule double in the ninth and scored the decisive run as the Dodgers won their third consecutive game and

Kyle Tucker's walkoff single caps Dodgers' rally past Marlins

Tue, 28 Apr 2026 05:55:14 GMT

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Kyle Tucker delivered a game-ending two-run single in the bottom of the ninth as the Los Angeles Dodgers rallied for a 5-4 victory over the visiting Miami Marlins on Monday to open a three-game series.

Shohei Ohtani added a run-scoring ground-rule double in the ninth and scored the game-winning run as the Dodgers won their third consecutive game and six of thei

MLB roundup: Cards score 4 runs in ninth to stun Pirates

Tue, 28 Apr 2026 03:55:07 GMT

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Jose Fermin's two-run double with one out in the ninth inning capped a four-run rally as the St. Louis Cardinals overcame a near-shutout and beat the host Pittsburgh Pirates 4-2 on Monday.

St. Louis, which had lost four straight and five of six, was hitless through 6 2/3 innings and scoreless through 8 1/3 before breaking through against Dennis Santana, who came int

Arch Manning favorite to be top pick in '27 NFL draft

Tue, 28 Apr 2026 01:55:14 GMT

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Arch Manning has opened as the favorite to be the No. 1 pick in the next NFL draft for the second consecutive year.

The Texas quarterback was installed as the +250 favorite by DraftKings. That's ahead of fellow quarterbacks Dante Moore (+380) of Oregon, Notre Dame's CJ Carr (+650) and South Carolina's LaNorris Sellars (+1200).

After only two quarterbacks wer

Me'Arah O'Neal, Shaq's daughter, leaving Florida for Kentucky

Tue, 28 Apr 2026 00:05:08 GMT

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Praised as the 'best athlete in the family' by her father, Shaquille O'Neal, Me'Arah O'Neal announced on social media on Monday that she is transferring from one SEC school to another, leaving Florida for Kentucky.

Following a strong sophomore season with the Gators (13.6 points, 6.4 rebounds, 1.4 steals, 1.4 blocks per game),

Prosecutors to introduce additional charges in Terry Rozier case

Mon, 27 Apr 2026 22:40:34 GMT

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In court Monday to seek a dismissal of federal charges, former Miami Heat point guard Terry Rozier learned prosecutors are expanding the case against him with intentions to present new charges to a grand jury.

Federal prosecutors informed Rozier's legal team two hours before a court appearance on Monday that they plan to bring new charges alleging Rozier committed

Report: Phoenix, Vegas potential options if Whitecaps relocate

Mon, 27 Apr 2026 22:19:12 GMT

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Las Vegas and Phoenix are the top contenders to become an MLS city if the Vancouver Whitecaps were to relocate, The Athletic reported on Monday.

MLS declined to comment on the report.

Per the report, a special committee of MLS owners met earlier this month to conduct talks on the future of the Whitecaps, which could include relocation. Indianapolis and Sacramen

Pat Riley plans to run Heat, not into retirement, at 81

Mon, 27 Apr 2026 21:25:08 GMT

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He celebrated his 81st birthday last month but Heat president Pat Riley is 'really pissed' and fully committed to getting Miami back to the playoffs next season.

'I'm not going to retire. I'm not going to resign,' Riley said Monday. 'I'm not going to step aside. When I came here almost 31 years ago, I have the same attitude as I had in that press conference on the (c

Phillies eager to end awful April on high note vs. Giants

Mon, 27 Apr 2026 18:25:07 GMT

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April will go down as a month that manager Rob Thomson and the Philadelphia Phillies would prefer to forget.

With 11 losses in their last 12 games and only nine victories on the season, the Phillies are desperate for a win Tuesday when they host the San Francisco Giants in the opener of a three-game set.

Philadelphia enters the week with a 9-19 record, matc

Tyson Fury, Anthony Joshua set for 2026 fight

Mon, 27 Apr 2026 16:55:06 GMT

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Former world heavyweight champions Tyson Fury and Anthony Joshua have signed contracts to fight each other for the first time later this year, promoters confirmed Monday.

No specific date or venue has been announced for the long-awaited battle of aging British boxers, which will be broadcast live on Netflix. London's Wembley Stadium and Dublin's Croke Park reporte

Giants, John Harbaugh not concerned about WR Malik Nabers' draft feedback

Mon, 27 Apr 2026 15:55:24 GMT

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Giants wide receiver Malik Nabers traded his helmet for a draft analyst cap and shared a less than flattering assessment of the team's investment in Ohio State linebacker Arvell Reese with the No. 5 pick in the 2026 draft.

Among other thoughts shared by Nabers, he said he would have preferred Ohio State teammate Caleb Downs, a safety he 'would rather play with

HR drought over, Shohei Ohtani leads Dodgers vs. Marlins

Mon, 27 Apr 2026 07:19:09 GMT

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As Shohei Ohtani emerges from an early-season downturn, the four-time MVP will now square off against a team that absorbed one of the best days of his career.The Los Angeles Dodgers are set to open a three-game home series Monday against the Miami Marlins, who are midway through a six-game road trip in California.Ohtani ended a 12-game home-run drought with a solo shot in

MLB roundup: Chad Tracy wins managerial debut as Red Sox top O's

Mon, 27 Apr 2026 03:40:33 GMT

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Willson Contreras hit a two-run home run and Connelly Early pitched into the seventh inning as the Boston Red Sox won in their first game after a surprising weekend managerial change, beating the host Baltimore Orioles 5-3.

With Chad Tracy serving as interim manager after Alex Cora's Saturday firing, Ceddanne Rafaela recorded an RBI triple and a double as the Re

Thieves take down Heretics to win CDL Stage 3 Minor

Mon, 27 Apr 2026 02:25:13 GMT

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The Los Angeles Thieves won a best-of-five semifinal match and then rallied from a 2-1 deficit to win the grand final of the Call of Duty League Stage 3 Minor on Sunday.

Los Angeles beat OpTic Texas 3-2 in the semis and met the Miami Heretics in the grand final later in the day. The Thieves lost two straight maps before ripping

Tariffs, war fueling surge in costs for Florida business owners

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 00:07:57 GMT

By Josh Israel for the Florida Independent.

Broadcast version by Trimmel Gomes for Florida News Connection reporting for the Florida Independent-Public News Service Collaboration

Breaking Down the Chiefs 2026 Undrafted Free Agent Class

Fri, 01 May 2026 17:42:04 GMT

The Chiefs signed 20 rookie free agents following the conclusion of the NFL Draft

Matt McMullen

The Kansas City Chiefs will host dozens of rookies at the team facility this weekend for a three-day "minicamp," or series of practices, ahead of the full-team Organized Team Activities (OTAs) that will begin later this month.

Those in attendance will include the Chiefs' seven draftees, but also a handful

Ravens Sign 19 Undrafted Rookies

Fri, 01 May 2026 17:23:07 GMT

Justin Robertson

The Ravens have signed 19 undrafted rookie free agents before they kick off rookie minicamp Friday.

While it's difficult to earn a spot on the 53-man roster, Baltimore is an ideal landing spot, as evidenced by the team'srich historyof developing undrafted gems.

Here are the players vying for spots:

QB Diego Pavia, Vanderbilt

Pavia played in 53 career games (49 starts) at

Packers sign 5 draft picks, 10 rookie free agents

Fri, 01 May 2026 15:43:38 GMT

Transactions official as rookie minicamp gets rolling

The Green Bay Packers signed five draft picks and 10 rookie free agents. The signings were announced Friday by General Manager Brian Gutekunst.

Draft Signings:

Undrafted Free Agents:

Barrettbegan his collegiate career at the University of Wisconsin (2021-23) and appeared in 13 games before

Fact or Fiction: Top tandems, most intriguing picks

Fri, 01 May 2026 14:15:36 GMT

byJohn Schmeelk,Dan Salomone&Matt Citak

The Giants.com crew is presented with four statements and must decide whether they are Fact or Fiction.

Tremaine Edmunds and Arvell Reese will be the most impactful tandem on the team.

John Schmeelk: FictionI am completely bought in on the Tyler Nubin and Jevn Holland safety tandem in this defense. I'm probably going to regr

5 Things to Know About 2026 NFL Schedule Release

Fri, 01 May 2026 14:00:01 GMT

Omar Navarro

The Chargers2026 regular-season schedulewill drop soon.

The 2026 NFL schedule is slated to be released in the coming weeks, as we will get to see where the Bolts play and in what order in Year 3 of Head Coach Jim Harbaugh.

Here are five things to know about the2026 NFL schedulerelease:

1.When will the schedule be released?

Todd Bowles Talks Surprises in the Bucs' 2026 NFL Draft | Bucs Blitz

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 18:24:04 GMT

Todd Bowles joined Rich Eisen on the Rich Eisen Show to recap the 2026 NFL Draft and described how outside linebacker Rueben Bain Jr. and defensive back Keionte Scott fell magically to the Bucs at pick 15 and pick 116
Brianna Dix
Each year, the unpredictably of the NFL Draft is what garners fixation on the three-day proceedings. Some prospects end up being drafted earlier than the general consensus on moc

Which Chargers 2026 Draft Picks Made ESPN's Top 100 Ranking

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 17:00:53 GMT

ESPN's Matt Miller had five of the Chargers 2026 draft picks in his anual rankings
Eric Smith
NFL pundits continue to be high on the Chargersmost recent draft haulincluding ESPN's Matt Miller.
Miller recently ranked hisTop 100 draft picksfrom last week's event, factoring in value, how they fit, needs of the team, what they bring and whether a team gave up assets in

After 1-Year Return To Cardinals, Calais Campbell Heads To Ravens

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 16:14:19 GMT

Reunion in Arizona was impressive as popular D-lineman posted 6.5 sacks
Darren Urban
Calais Campbell just wanted to be able to make his own decision.
"I've always tried to play well enough where I have a choice," the defensive lineman said late last season.
Campbell did that in his 18th NFL season, well enough that the veteran will play a 19th,albeit in Baltimorewith another of his former team

Giants sign veteran defensive lineman Shelby Harris

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 14:17:00 GMT

Dan Salomone
The New York Giants have signed veteran defensive lineman Shelby Harris.
Shelby, 6-2 and 288 pounds, has played in 146 regular-season games with 89 starts for the Raiders (2014-15), Broncos (2017-21), Seahawks (2022), and Browns (2023-25).
His career numbers include 358 total tackles, 65 quarterback hits, 58 tackles for loss, 40 passes defensed, 28.5 sacks, five forced fumbles, and one in

2026 State of the Bucs: Post-Draft Edition, Defense

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 12:00:34 GMT

Following the 2026 NFL Draft, a look at how the roster shakes out on the defensive side of the ball
Brianna Dix
The Buccaneers revamped their defense in the 2026 NFL Draft, adding an infusion of talent to all three levels, including outside linebacker Rueben Bain Jr., inside linebacker Josiah Trotter, defensive back Keionte Scott and defensive tackle DeMonte Capehart.
Due perhaps in part to shorter-

Draft Day Lookback: Tunch Illkin

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 10:55:00 GMT
Teresa VarleyIn honor of the 2026 NFL Draft being held in Pittsburgh, we are highlighting the day members of the Hall of Honor were drafted by the Steelers.The feature will run from April 17-May 1, featuring some of the team's most iconic players.Today we feature Tunch Ilkin.April 30Tunch IlkinOffensive Tackle1980-92Drafted April 30, 1980If you are looking for someone who truly and honestly represented what it means to be

Fast Facts: Michael Taaffe

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 22:20:26 GMT

Travis Wingfield
The Dolphins continued the theme of drafting tough, high-character players in the fifth round with Texas safety Michael Taaffe. Miami used the 158th pick in the 2026 NFL Draft on the All-American, who arrives from Texas with high praise for his work ethic, leadership and football instincts.
1. All-American
From walk-on to All-American, Michael Taaffe's story is one ty

Fast Facts: Kevin Coleman Jr.

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 22:17:35 GMT

Travis Wingfield
The Dolphins selected their third wide receiver of the 2026 NFL Draft in the fifth round with the 177th overall pick. Kevin Coleman Jr. is a sudden, shifty slot receiver with one of the best punt return resumes in college football.
1. Productive everywhere
Kevin Coleman Jr. produced in each of the four years of his college career, doing so at four schools in three dif

Detailing Cowboys' scouting process to land Caleb Downs

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 20:22:12 GMT

Tommy Yarrish
FRISCO, TexasAs Cowboys southeast area scout Eric Ellingworth was going through his region before the 2023 NFL Draft, he stopped at East Tennessee State and chatted with running backs coach and pro liaison Gary Downs.
His trip was in part to see Jacob Saylors, an ETSU running back who went undrafted in 2023 and now plays for the Detroit Lions. While there, he learned about Gar

Mick Shots: Tagged Pickens A Man Of His Word

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 19:00:00 GMT

Mickey Spagnola
FRISCO, TexasWell, no surprise, George Pickens and his agent said prior to the start of Thursday's NFL Draft the Pro Bowl wide receiver was intending to sign his franchise tag.
GP a man of his word, showing up at The Star to sign on the dotted line. No docu-sign when comes to these contracts. Must do so in person, and on Wednesday Pickens put his signature on the dotted line

Inside the Ravens' Trade-Back Plan That Didn't Happen

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 18:30:00 GMT

Ryan Mink
When the Ravens were on the clock at No. 14, they had three good options staring back at them: guard Vega Ioane, outside linebacker Rueben Bain Jr., and tight end Kenyon Sadiq.
General Manager Eric DeCosta is always looking for value, so when a trade back materialized, he was ready to take it.
According to The Athletic's Mike Silver, the Ravens were set to get a fourth-round pick in this yea

5 Things to Know About Vikings 3rd Round Draft Pick Jakobe Thomas

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 15:24:35 GMT

Craig Peters
EAGAN, Minn.The Vikings utilized a third-round pick they received from the Eagles as part of the compensation for outside linebacker Jonathan Greenard (Minnesota also got a 2027 third-rounder as part of the deal) to add safety Jakobe Thomas.
The defensive back is listed at 6-1 1/4 and 211 pounds and comes to Minnesota on the heels of helping the Miami Hurricanes reach the CFP N

Magic Pick 84 and More | S.S. Mailbag

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 12:00:00 GMT

In our latest mailbag, Bucs fans have questions about Keionte Scott's draft slot, this year's international games, Lavonte David memories and more
Scott Smith
Last Friday night, on the second day of the 2026 NFL Draft, General Manager Jason Licht swung a trade with the Green Bay Packers, moving the Tampa Bay Buccaneers down from pick number 77 to number 84 in the middle of the third round. It was a drough

Draft Day Lookback: Greg Lloyd

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 10:55:00 GMT
Teresa VarleyIn honor of the 2026 NFL Draft being held in Pittsburgh, we are highlighting the day members of the Hall of Honor were drafted by the Steelers.The feature will run from April 17-May 1, featuring some of the team's most iconic players.Today we feature Greg Lloyd.April 29Greg LloydLinebacker1987-1997Drafted April 29, 1987His demeanor appeared to match the shirt he wore on a regular basis. It simply said, "I was

49ers Sign RB Sincere McCormick, S Patrick McMorris to One-Year Deals

Tue, 28 Apr 2026 20:40:00 GMT

The San Francisco 49ers today announced they have signed RB Sincere McCormick and S Patrick McMorris to one-year deals.
McCormick (5-8, 204) originally entered the NFL after signing with the Las Vegas Raiders as an undrafted free agent on May 13, 2022. Throughout his NFL career with the Raiders (2022-24), 49ers (2025), Arizona Cardinals (2025), Denver Broncos (2025) and Minnesota Vikings (2025) he has appeared in

Transcript: EDGE Max Llewellyn - NFL Draft Day 3 - Apr. 28

Tue, 28 Apr 2026 17:30:59 GMT

Dolphins Staff
Read the full transcript from EDGE Max Llewellyn's media availability on April 28, 2026.
(Just take us through the process of draft day. I know it was a long wait for you, but what was it like to get that call?)"Yeah, I mean obviously the culmination of I've been working towards this for pretty much a quarter of my life, so to have my name be called is a dream come true. And

Lunchbreak: Draft Experts Evaluate Vikings Additions to Running Game

Tue, 28 Apr 2026 17:05:49 GMT

Rob Kleifield
The Vikings doubled down on run-game reinforcements on Day 3 of the 2026 NFL Draft.
First, they selected brawny fullback Max Bredeson out of Michigan with the 159th pick, and then they executed a trade up to choose bursty former Wake Forest running back Demond Claiborne 198th overall.
We can imagine both players positively impacting Minnesota's offense, which likely is going to deploy so

Who's on the Chargers Roster After the 2026 NFL Draft

Tue, 28 Apr 2026 16:00:00 GMT

Omar Navarro
The Bolts have added some new faces to the squad.
The Chargers, who have already began Phase One of their2026 voluntary offseason program,drafted eight total players during the 2026 NFL Draft, as well as agreed to terms with 18 undrafted free agents.
Be sure to check out theChargers 2026 Draft Hubto recap all eight picks.
Here's a look at the player

Jets Checked Several Boxes in 2026 NFL Draft

Tue, 28 Apr 2026 14:40:22 GMT

Top Pass Rusher in the Class; Offensive Playmakers; Value Plays; and a Potential Coup Late in Round 1
Eric Allen
The Jets hope their 2026 draft class will become a large step in their build back to prominence. After 275 picks over seven rounds, the NFL draft grades are rolling in from the pundits, and the consensus is the Jets got better -- better in a big way.
"I loved what the Jets were able to do

Draft Day Lookback: Rod Woodson

Tue, 28 Apr 2026 10:55:00 GMT
Teresa VarleyIn honor of the 2026 NFL Draft being held in Pittsburgh, we are highlighting the day members of the Hall of Honor were drafted by the Steelers.The feature will run from April 17-May 1, featuring some of the team's most iconic players.Today we feature Rod Woodson.April 28Rod WoodsonCornerback1987-96Drafted April 28, 1987There are not many players who earn first-ballot Hall of Fame honors. Oftentimes, players h

CJ Daniels' Superpower: Elite Hands

Mon, 27 Apr 2026 22:54:49 GMT

Wyatt Miller
Most NFL draft picks have at least one trait that defines their game and makes them attractive to scouts and coaches. The consensus opinion of those players' top strengths by Rams general manager Les Snead and his staff are called their "superpowers."
The Rams selected Miami wide receiverCJ Danielswith the 197th overall pick in the 2026 NFL Draft, trading up 10 spots to get him. He was a sixth-

Vikings 2026 NFL Draft Report Card: Initial Grades

Mon, 27 Apr 2026 19:23:56 GMT

Rob Kleifield
EAGAN, Minn.The 2026 NFL Draft wrapped up Saturday, and grades replaced mocks almost instantly.
There's a wide range of opinions on Minnesota's nine additions, but obviously nothing is final.
Like letter grades in school sometimes failing to reflect a person's real-life intellect, the snapshot post-draft grades that are produced and consumed en masse can struggle to capt

10 things to know about Arvell Reese & Francis Mauigoa

Mon, 27 Apr 2026 18:45:00 GMT

Matt Citak
The Giants made two selections in the top 10 of this year's NFL Draft, adding Ohio State linebacker Arvell Reese at No. 5 before taking Miami offensive lineman Francis Mauigoa at No. 10.
Here are 10 things to know about the two first-round picks.
1. Arvell Reese finished his Buckeye career having played in 38 games with 14 starts across three seasons. His career totals include 112 tackles,

Miami Closes in on Alabama on Bucs' All-Time Draft List

Mon, 27 Apr 2026 12:00:00 GMT

After nabbing the Hurricane duo of OLB Rueben Bain Jr. and CB Keionte Scott in last weekend's draft, the Buccaneers have now selected 14 Miami players in their draft history, just one fewer than their Alabama haul
Scott Smith
The Tampa Bay Buccaneers started off their 2026 NFL Draft efforts by shopping close to home, shockingly landing blue-chip edge rusher Rueben Bain Jr. of the University of Miami with

Sinner sets up quarterfinal with local favorite Jodar at Madrid Open

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 01:49:20 GMT

MADRID, April 28 (Xinhua) -- Top seed Jannik Sinner eased into the men's quarterfinals at the Madrid Open with a 6-2, 7-5 victory over Cameron Norrie on Tuesday.
Sinner needed less than 90 minutes to win and reach the quarterfinals in Madrid for the second time. He also extended his winning streak to 20 matches as he looks to add Madrid to his titles in Indian Wells, Miami and Monte Carlo earlier this year.
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U.S. Senate rejects motion limiting Trump's war powers regarding Cuba

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 00:15:09 GMT

WASHINGTON, April 28 (Xinhua) -- In a procedural vote, the U.S. Senate on Tuesday rejected a motion proposed by Democrats to limit President Donald Trump's war powers, which aims to prevent the president from launching military action against Cuba without congressional authorization.

Florida sugar company can't shake false advertising claims

Fri, 01 May 2026 13:51:39 GMT

SAN JOSE, Calif. (CN) - A federal judge on Thursday refused to toss all claims against a sugar company accused in a putative class action of advertising its products as eco-friendly while giving the impression of environmentally beneficial farming practices that are actually harmful to Florida's ecosystems.

In a mixed-bag NBA guard Terry Rozier will face more charges related to gambling on league games, federal prosecutors said in court Monday.

Government lawyers told U.S. District Judge LaShann DeArcy Hall that they plan to file a superseding indictment by May 14, which would tack at least tw

Litigation is killing our pipelines

Fri, 01 May 2026 18:04:00 GMT
Litigation is killing our pipelines

Romanian man sentenced after swatting spree targeting dozens of U.S. officials

Fri, 01 May 2026 08:35:46 GMT
Romanian man sentenced after swatting spree targeting dozens of U.S. officials

Team Wendy reveals new RECON Tactical Bump Helmet

Fri, 01 May 2026 08:35:28 GMT
Team Wendy reveals new RECON Tactical Bump Helmet

Judge- Wisconsin Department of Justice must release the names of every police officer in the state

Fri, 01 May 2026 08:34:57 GMT
Judge- Wisconsin Department of Justice must release the names of every police officer in the state

Female first responder training summit focuses on performance

Fri, 01 May 2026 08:34:47 GMT
Female first responder training summit focuses on performance

Bodycam shows home explosion that injured NYPD officers responding to domestic call

Fri, 01 May 2026 08:34:03 GMT
Bodycam shows home explosion that injured NYPD officers responding to domestic call

Washington judge blocks parts of state law that added new background requirments for sheriffs

Fri, 01 May 2026 08:33:47 GMT
Washington judge blocks parts of state law that added new background requirments for sheriffs

Denver Sheriff's Department recruit dies following medical emergency during training

Fri, 01 May 2026 08:33:32 GMT
Denver Sheriff's Department recruit dies following medical emergency during training

A pilgrimage to California yields a formula for the post-Trump era

Fri, 01 May 2026 01:36:23 GMT
A pilgrimage to California yields a formula for the post-Trump era

Will Californias gubernatorial primary bring change or just Newsoms third term?

Fri, 01 May 2026 01:36:18 GMT
Will Californias gubernatorial primary bring change or just Newsoms third term?

Our duty to confront political violence in America

Fri, 01 May 2026 01:36:14 GMT
Our duty to confront political violence in America

DOJ- Powerful cabal of Fauci-led scientists covered up COVID-19 Wuhan lab leak

Fri, 01 May 2026 01:36:02 GMT
DOJ- Powerful cabal of Fauci-led scientists covered up COVID-19 Wuhan lab leak

Trumps surveillance state

Fri, 01 May 2026 01:35:35 GMT
Trumps surveillance state

Zillow Preview is a victory for choice

Fri, 01 May 2026 01:35:23 GMT
Zillow Preview is a victory for choice

Dangerous speak is a dangerous slope

Fri, 01 May 2026 01:35:12 GMT
Dangerous speak is a dangerous slope