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"Becoming a bit boring to stay too long" - Elena Rybakina continues to raise complaints about Madrid Open and Italian Open's 2-week schedules

Elena Rybakina has been vocal about her concerns regarding the Madrid Open and the Italian Open's two-week long playing schedule.

2024 NBA playoffs: Second-round scores, schedule, times, TV, key stats, who to watch

The conference semifinals are just about set. Which teams will continue the momentum they've built from the first round?

Obi Ezeh, former Michigan standout linebacker, dead at 36

Former Michigan Wolverines standout linebacker Obi Ezeh has died, his family and the school announced on Sunday. He was 36. He tried to make it to the NFL.

Italian Open 2024 Schedule Today: TV schedule, start time, order of play, live stream details & more | Day 2

Day 2 of the 2024 Italian Open will kick off the men's singles main draw action, with women's singles first-round action also in store.

Day 1 SEC Softball Tournament results, updated bracket

The 2024 SEC Softball Tournament got underway on Tuesday with No. 12 Kentucky and No. 13 Ole Miss beginning the action as the day’s only game. Rebels star Paige Smith got off to a quick start, hitting a home run in the first inning to give Ole Miss an early lead She kept it going with an RBI single in the third and also got on base via a hit by pit...

3 Early Cubs Trade Deadline Targets

The Chicago Cubs have had a decent start to the season but in order to make a playoff run this year they are going to need to add a few more pieces to the roster at or before the trade deadline.

Texas high school track and field: 10 best sprinters in 2023-24

Many of nation's fastest high school sprinters hailed from Lone Star State

Patrick Ewing talks about his Dream Team experience - "If it wasn't for that Dream Team, a lot of players in the league now would play soccer"

Patrick Ewing shares his reflections on the Dream Team's profound impact on basketball as a global sport.

The Most Realistic Players Who Could Replace Joel Embiid And Kawhi Leonard On 2024 Team USA

Team USA has intense competition for the two roster spots for the 2024 Olympics if Joel Embiid and Kawhi Leonard miss out.

Eighth-inning rally sends Braves past Red Sox

Marcel Ozuna lined a single up the middle to score the go-ahead run in the eighth inning as the Atlanta Braves beat the visiting Boston Red Sox 4-2 on Tuesday to end a three-game losing streak.

10 Best Free Agents For The Philadelphia 76ers In 2024 Offseason

The 76ers have their best chance to create a Big Three this summer by targeting some elite free agents.

Bruins-Maple Leafs Game 7 Made History

The Bruins and Maple Leafs brought in big numbers for Game 7.

Caitlin Clark to the Olympics, Aces will win third title: 10 bold predictions for the 2024 WNBA season

The 2024 draft class has amped up excitement around the WNBA season, which kicks off May 14. USA TODAY Sports offers 10 bold predictions.

Sabrina Ionescu Addresses Groundbreaking Travel Changes In The WNBA

WNBA star speaks out on major league change.

Predicting Landing Spots for the Top 65 Players in the CFB Spring Transfer Portal

As the spring window continues to unravel in the transfer portal, talent from around the country continues to enter looking for their next team ahead of 2024.

Announcers confounded by call not overturned by replay

It’s likely that Gary Cohen and Keith Hernandez were just as confused as you were about why Harrison Bader was called out on a close play at third base on Monday. After leading off the 8th inning with a double, Bader took off for third on a ground ball hit in front of him. It wasn’t exactly a smart play, but J.D. Martinez hit the ball softly, and the New York Mets centerfielder had enough speed to beat the throw—which he did. And it looked like...

The real winner of the F1 Miami Grand Prix? Leo Leclerc

Leo Leclerc was the real winner of the Miami Grand Prix

NBA Playoffs: 10 winners and losers from Tuesday

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MLB Fantasy Baseball: 3 must-add waiver wire players for week 7 featuring John Means

Another fantasy baseball week is among us, and thanks to some massive boxscores this weekend, a number of intriguing players have emerged.

2024 NFL schedule release sneak peek: Here are seven things we already know about this year's slate of games

The 2024 schedule isn't out yet, but we already know quite a few things about this year's slate of games

2024 NHL draft order: Picks 1-16 following draft lottery

The San Jose Sharks will have the first pick for the event held on June 28 and 29 at The Sphere in Las Vegas.

College softball rankings: 2024 NCAA Top 25 poll

How high does Oklahoma State climb? Where does Oklahoma fall? Here's the final regular season top 25 poll.

Lions sign veteran defensive tackle

A stint with the Titans last year brought new territory — regular starter run — for the eight-year veteran, and it looks like that stretch will lead to another gig.

NHL playoff overtime rules: Postseason hockey bracket brings major change to OT

The 2024 NHL playoffs mean true overtime hockey is back. That means three-on-three play and shootouts are out and there could be some very long games.

5 NFL trade candidates who could still move and their perfect landing spot

With the 2024 NFL Draft firmly in the rearview mirror, that doesn't mean all rosters are set for next season. Here are five marquee NFL stars I think still have a chance to be traded before the start of training camp later this summer.

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3 internal fixes that could get the St. Louis Cardinals' lineup going

The offense has been the main culprit for the Cardinals' early-season struggles. These three changes could potentially do some good for the Redbirds.

Detroit Lions signed pair of free agents on Tuesday

The Detroit Lions announced a pair of free-agent signings on Tuesday, including the team bringing back one of its former players.

Why the Badgers went for Camren Hunter, John Tonje, and Xavier Amos in the transfer portal

The Badgers addressed several needs in the transfer portal with three key additions.

Call-ups set to meet in Rangers-A's DH nightcap

The Oakland Athletics get an opportunity to rebound from their losses the previous two days when they host the Texas Rangers for a doubleheader Wednesday afternoon to close out a four-game series.

"When Magic coached, he thought he was the best player on his team" - Larry Bird on the difference between him and Magic Johnson

Bird pointed out the only difference between him and Magic when he first took up the coaching job.

College football's biggest winners and losers from spring practice, transfer portal

With spring practice in the books across major college football, let's take a look at the biggest winners and losers from spring semester and the second transfer portal window.

Minnesota Vikings announce jersey numbers for 2024 NFL Draft class

The Minnesota Vikings have announced the jersey numbers for their entire 2024 rookie class.

Preakness gets 3 horses confirmed. Status of Kentucky Derby winner Mystik Dan remains unclear

Three horses are confirmed as headed to Baltimore for the Preakness Stakes, though the status of Kentucky Derby winner Mystik Dan remained unclear Tuesday, with no imminent decision expected. Mystik Dan is scheduled to return to the track Wednesday at Churchill Downs, site of his photo-finish victory Saturday ahead of Sierra Leone and Forever Young in the most-watched Derby in 35 years. Trainer Kenny McPeek has not committed to running Mystik...

College football transfer portal: Florida, Oklahoma among teams with ex-FCS standouts to watch in 2024 season

There's a ton of FCS talent making the jump to the power conference level in 2024

Big 12 softball tournament 2024 bracket, schedule, TV channel, live streams to watch Oklahoma and more

Here is everything that you need to know about the 2024 Big 12 softball tournament, including TV and streaming options for each game.

2024 PGA Championship odds, picks, predictions: Tiger Woods projection by golf model that nailed the Masters

Tiger Woods, an 82-time PGA Tour winner, is expected to be part of the 2024 PGA Championship field at Valhalla Golf Club

As Nelly Korda resumes historic run, here are PGA Tour players with at least 6 straight wins

Korda is trying to stand alone in LPGA history with six wins in as many starts.

2024 Seahawks schedule: Which Seahawks games could end up in primetime?

Forecasting the Seahawks’ nights under the bright lights.

Cardinals, minus Willson Contreras, hope to slow Mets

A bad start to the season got worse for the St. Louis Cardinals when they lost catcher Willson Contreras to a broken left forearm during their 7-5 loss to the New York Mets on Tuesday.

The three most disappointing teams in MLB so far

We are nearly a quarter of the way through the 2024 Major League Baseball season and some teams have not quite matched their preseason expectations. While there is still time for these teams to turn it around, let’s take a look at three of the most disappointing teams in the league entering play on Tuesday.

Mark Jackson shares who are the top 5 pure point guards in NBA history: "Magic Johnson is number one"

Jackson — one of the best dimers in league history — revealed his personal list of the best pure point guards.

Remembering Darius Morris: Former Lakers Point Guard and Carson Native, Dead at 33

Former Los Angeles Lakers point guard and native of Carson, Darius Morris, passed away at the age of 33. The Lakers family is saddened to hear of the passing of former Laker, the team posted on social media Saturday afternoon, expressing their condolences. “We are heartbroken by the passing of Darius Morris,” the message said. […] Also Read: Earth Defense Force 6 Launches in North America and Europe Federal Reserve Holds Steady Amid Inflation...

Where does Raiders’ offensive line stand now?

Las Vegas added experienced veteran to line this week

Way too early top 25: Where does Tennessee check in after landing three transfers?

Too high? Too low?

An Illinois track & field star just made history

She’s dominant.

Olivia Dunne receives special honor to conclude her gymnastics career

Olivia Dunne might be done with gymnastics, but the former LSU athlete is still racking up honors for her incredible college career.

UNC Basketball: Setting reasonable expectations for the Heels’ next center

UNC’s next big doesn’t need to be a home run hitter, they just need to have a good batting average.

Browns 2024 schedule: opponents, storylines and predictions

Here's a look at the biggest storylines and matchups for the Cleveland Browns heading into the 2024 season.

MLB warns teams against encouraging players to withdraw from high schools to avoid amateur draft

CHICAGO (AP) — Major League Baseball has warned its teams against encouraging players to withdraw from high school baseball to avoid the amateur draft and pursue the increased flexibility of international free agency. The memo was sent to front offices Monday by John D’Angelo, Major League Baseball’s vice president of amateur and medical baseball operations. “It has come to our attention that Clubs have been encouraging amateur players in the...