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MLB games in Paris in 2025 in 'planning' stage
Major League Baseball is looking to hold a regular-season series in Paris in 2025.Read more...
Sharks hire Patrick Marleau in player development role
Four months after retiring his jersey, the San Jose Sharks welcomed back Patrick Marleau in a coaching and advisory capacity on FridayRead more...
Top picks Victor Wembanyama, Brandon Miller meet in Summer League opener
No. 1 draft pick Victor Wembanyama will play his first game with the San Antonio Spurs at NBA Summer League against No. 2 pick Brandon Miller and the Charlotte Hornets on July 7Read more...
First-round NBA Draft grades on a pass/fail system
If you're like most underachievers and procrastinators, the letter grade doesn't matter as long as you pass. I've lived most of my life by the mantra that C's are for degrees" and look where it's gotten me: Writing about sports for living, and passing judgment upon others without retaliation.Read more...
Steelers sign 1st-round pick OT Broderick Jones
Offensive tackle Broderick Jones signed his four-year rookie contract with the Pittsburgh Steelers on FridayRead more...
Victor Wembanyama won't be NBA Rookie of the Year
Every betting site has Victor Wembanyama installed as the runaway favorite to earn Rookie of the Year. In case you want to start engraving Victor Wembanyama's name on the award already, take a moment to consider this. Rookie of the Year hasn't always gone to the incandescent talent from every draft class.Read more...
Mariners' Julio Rodriguez enters Home Run Derby
Mariners outfielder Julio Rodriguez announced Friday that he will participate in the Home Run Derby next month in SeattleRead more...
Report: Bucks sign undrafted Gonzaga F Drew Timme
Undrafted former Gonzaga star Drew Timme is signing with the Milwaukee Bucks, The Athletic reported FridayRead more...
Resurgent Cubs take rivalry with Cardinals to London
Although both sit below .500, the Chicago Cubs and St. Louis Cardinals head to England playing some of their best baseballRead more...
Devils sign F Erik Haula to 3-year, $9.45M extension
The New Jersey Devils re-signed forward Erik Haula to a three-year, $9.45 million contract extension FridayRead more...
Report: Texans sign No. 3 pick LB Will Anderson
The Houston Texans signed No. 3 overall pick Will Anderson to a fully guaranteed four-year, $35.21 million contract, NFL Network reported FridayRead more...
Grizzlies GM: Ja Morant must prove change in behavior
Memphis Grizzlies general manager Zach Kleiman said he felt Ja Morant's 25-game suspension from the NBA was "appropriate" and that he wants the All-Star guard to focus on the steps ahead to gain reinstatement from the leagueRead more...
Rangers fill out Peter Laviolette's coaching staff
The New York Rangers named Phil Housley as associate head coach on FridayRead more...
NHL eliminates Pride, pregame cause jerseys
NHL commissioner Gary Bettman and the league owners are removing Pride jerseys next season.Read more...
Keep an eye on these 23 breakout stars in 2023: Part 2 [Updated]
We've already brought you the first 13 figures on this list. Check out the rest below.Read more...
Travis Kelce to Ja'Marr Chase: Don't disrespect Patrick Mahomes
Kansas City Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce came to the defense of Patrick Mahomes after he felt his quarterback was disrespected by Cincinnati Bengals wide receiver Ja'Marr ChaseRead more...
Reports: Vote on Commanders sale likely next month
Josh Harris' bid to purchase the Washington Commanders could be approved before the start of training camp next monthRead more...
Keep an eye on these 23 breakout stars in 2023: Part 1 [Updated]
One year ago, who would have thought that Julian Alvarez would be the breakout star of the World Cup instead of Gio Reyna, or that TCU backup Max Duggan would lead the Horned Frogs to a national championship game on the 1-yard line of 2022's closing? Trying to predict which figures will rise to the forefront in 2023...Read more...
Kawhi Leonard recovering from another knee surgery
Los Angeles Clippers forward Kawhi Leonard underwent another knee surgery after being forced out of the playoff series loss to the Phoenix SunsRead more...
These NFL players have the best nicknames
Sweetness. The Refrigerator. Broadway Joe. Over the years, the NFL has seen some great players step onto the field, and some of them have garnered nicknames that fit them to a tee. A good or great nickname should explain something about the person it's attached to. Something about their personality, ability on the...Read more...
Bulls not expecting Lonzo Ball to play next season
If and not when could be the new general guideline for Lonzo Ball suiting up for the Chicago BullsRead more...
Twins reinstate RHP Kenta Maeda from injured list
Minnesota Twins right-hander Kenta Maeda was reinstated from the 15-day injured list to start Friday's game against the host Detroit TigersRead more...
College basketball is still the best route to the NBA, but maybe not for the stars
Of the 58 players selected in the 2023 NBA Draft, 46 went the traditional route: They played collegiately. NBA teams have drafted a handful of players outside of that pathway for years, especially in the second round. Nearly 80 percent of players selected coming through the college ranks might appear normal. Except...Read more...
Scoot Henderson went third, but is still the second-best player in this NBA draft class
Scoot Henderson is not the ideal 2023 NBA basketball player. That archetype is a 6-foot-7 or taller shooter with good defensive instincts. Henderson is 6-foot-2 and his jump shot is still a work in progress. With the profile of a franchise point guard prospect from 2002, Henderson is considered the second- or...Read more...
Qatari ownership has come to sports on this continent, and is it just the beginning?
We'd wondered when Middle Eastern regimes would come for U.S. sports. They've got their mitts all over soccer now, warping how that sport works in Europe. They've completely altered golf. Boxing too. And yet it seemed that North America was the last frontier.Read more...
D-backs, Giants square off in battle of NL West's best
Two surprise teams in the National League West will get an opportunity to show off their playoff-contending form to one another when the Arizona Diamondbacks kick off a three-game road series against the San Francisco Giants on Friday nightRead more...
Nats, Padres meet in matchup of recently ejected managers
When Padres manager Bob Melvin and Washington Nationals manager Dave Martinez exchange lineup cards in San Diego on Friday night, they also could exchange notes on ejectionsRead more...
Red Sox RHP Brayan Bello gets first look at White Sox
Recent history suggests the Boston Red Sox will be in good hands Friday night when right-hander Brayan Bello takes the mound for the start of a three-game road series against the Chicago White SoxRead more...
The Legacy of Jim Thorpe | Joe Pantoliano's Ultimate Sports Fantasy
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Shane Bieber, Guardians try to keep Brewers' bats cold
The Milwaukee Brewers hope to find their offense when they open a 10-game road trip with a matchup against the Cleveland Guardians on Friday nightRead more...
Jays aim to send Athletics to ninth straight loss
The Toronto Blue Jays will start a nine-game homestand Friday night against the Oakland Athletics on a positive note after finishing a 4-5 road trip with two straight winsRead more...
Back on track, Rangers face slumping Yankees
While the Texas Rangers enjoyed a night off in Manhattan, the New York Yankees experienced a nightmarish performance in the BronxRead more...
Scuffling Mets look for answers in visit to Phillies
The Philadelphia Phillies will look to rebound after a two-game sweep at the hands of the National League East-leading Atlanta BravesRead more...
Home after losing road trip, Orioles meet Mariners
The Baltimore Orioles look to maintain their success at Camden Yards when they began a nine-game homestand on Friday with the opener of a three-game set against the Seattle MarinersRead more...
Majors-best Rays try to avenge loss to lowly Royals
Like many players on the Kansas City Royals, pitcher Zack Greinke has had a troublesome June as play heats up and the bad teams get even more separated from the goodRead more...
Marlins aim to hand Pirates 11th straight loss
The Pittsburgh Pirates, who have the majors' longest active losing streak at 10 games, will try again for a victory on Friday night against the host Miami MarlinsRead more...
Teams on long win streaks clash as Reds face Braves
After a day off to savor 11 straight wins, the Cincinnati Reds look to match their longest win streak in the modern era on Friday when they host another red-hot club, the Atlanta BravesRead more...
Kenta Maeda returns as Twins open set with Tigers
The Detroit Tigers turned their fortunes around in Minnesota last weekend. They can move closer to first place in the American League Central with another successful series against the Twins this weekendRead more...
MLB roundup: Blake Snell helps Padres avoid sweep, dump Giants
Blake Snell struck out 11 and did not allow a run for the fourth time in his last five starts as the visiting San Diego Padres avoided a four-game sweep and ended the San Francisco Giants' winning streak at 10 games with an easy 10-0 victory Thursday afternoon.Read more...
Mariners back gem from Bryan Woo, maul Yankees 10-2
Rookie Bryan Woo took a no-hitter into the sixth inning and the Seattle Mariners hit four home runs, cruising to a 10-2 win over the host New York Yankees to avoid a series sweep on Thursday nightRead more...
Royals eke out win over Rays with run in ninth
MJ Melendez's two-out infield single in the ninth inning drove in the tiebreaking run as the Kansas City Royals rallied past the Tampa Bay Rays 6-5 Thursday night in St. Petersburg, FlaRead more...
Guard-heavy Blazers land PG Scoot Henderson
Scoot Henderson rated as the best pure point guard in the draft, and the Portland Trail Blazers didn't blink when the 19-year-old was available with the third overall pick Thursday nightRead more...
Hornets opt for Alabama's Brandon Miller at No. 2
Charlotte selected Brandon Miller with the No. 2 pick in the 2023 NBA Draft, ending weeks of buzz that the Hornets were leaning another directionRead more...
Marlins' late rally sends Pirates to 10th straight loss
Garrett Cooper slugged a go-ahead, three-run homer in the eighth inning, leading the host Miami Marlins to a 6-4 win over the slumping Pittsburgh PiratesRead more...
Spurs select Victor Wembanyama first overall in NBA draft
As expected, the San Antonio Spurs chose French phenom Victor Wembanyama with the No. 1 overall pick in the 2023 NBA Draft on Thursday in New YorkRead more...
Angels' Shohei Ohtani, Braves' Ronald Acuna Jr. named ASG starters
Los Angeles Angels two-way star Shohei Ohtani and Atlanta Braves outfielder Ronald Acuna Jr. were named All-Star Game starters for their respective leagues Thursday after Phase 1 of fan votingRead more...
Chris Paul brings stability to the Warriors' dreadful reserves
Title-chasing leads to strange bedfellows. Steph Curry has now been tasked with accomplishing what Kevin Durant failed - dragging Chris Paul's withering body to an NBA title. He's no longer an All-Star caliber player, but there's still something left. Now, the future Hall of Famer will be imported into a system unlike...Read more...
Padres end Giants' win streak with 10-run uprising
Blake Snell had 11 strikeouts and did not allow a run for the fourth time in his last five starts as the visiting San Diego Padres avoided a four-game sweep and ended the San Francisco Giants' winning streak at 10 games with an easy 10-0 victory Thursday afternoonRead more...
Pirates place OF Bryan Reynolds on IL (back inflammation)
The Pittsburgh Pirates placed outfielder Bryan Reynolds on the 10-day injured list on Thursday with back inflammationRead more...
White Sox activate Lance Lynn, option Jimmy Lambert
The Chicago White Sox activated right-hander Lance Lynn from the bereavement list on Thursday, while right-hander Jimmy Lambert was optioned to Triple-A CharlotteRead more...
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