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Los Angeles Dodgers 'awesome' Opening Day win was exactly what Shohei Ohtani and Co. needed

Shohei Ohtani made his Dodger Stadium debut and Tyler Glasnow was dominant for Los Angeles.


Michael Penix shows off athleticism at pro day with impressive 40-yard dash, vertical jump

SEATTLE (AP) — Michael Penix Jr. used his pro day to demonstrate the athleticism that wasn't always on display during his two seasons carving up defenses at Washington. The left-handed quarterback and Heisman Trophy runner-up tried to quell any concerns about his athletic ability in front of a bevy of NFL scouts on Thursday. “I just wanted to show that I’m athletic and I can do it with my legs if I have to,” Penix said. Penix ran the 40-yard...


Texas Rangers unfurl franchise's first World Series championship banner

ARLINGTON, Texas (AP) — The Texas Rangers unfurled a World Series championship banner for the first time in franchise history before their season opener on Thursday night against the Chicago Cubs. The banner was dropped from Globe Life Field’s roof support high above right field. Shortly before, the Commissioner’s Trophy was brought to home plate by manager Bruce Bochy and pitcher Josh Sborz, who recorded the final out in the clinching Game 5...


Guardians trade for two pitchers to round out Opening Day roster

One of the pitchers broke into the majors as an unheralded 27-year-old rookie with the 2022 Brewers and quickly became a vital part of their bullpen that season.


50 States, 50 Greats: Every State’s Best Baseball Player


Late surge lifts Alabama over No. 1 North Carolina

LOS ANGELES -- Grant Nelson scored fourth-seeded Alabama's final five points, including a late three-point play that put the Crimson Tide ahead for good in a 89-87 win over top-seeded North Carolina on Thursday in an NCAA Tournament West Region semifinal.


Undaunted Illinois gets past Iowa State, advances to Elite Eight

Illinois outlasted Iowa State 72-69 on Thursday night and will take a "why not us" attitude into its Elite Eight matchup against defending champion UConn.


Top 10 Returning College Football Quarterbacks for 2024 who could be early NFL Draft Prospects

Which top returning college quarterbacks will make it in the nfl?


Could the unpredictable Wolverines go on an unexpected run in the NCAA Tournament?

Michigan has struggled with consistency this season, but has the ceiling necessary to make it a contender for the National Championship.


Juan Soto throws out tying run at plate in 9th inning of Yankees' debut, 5-4 win over Astros

HOUSTON (AP) — Long lauded for his prowess at the plate, Juan Soto wowed on defense Thursday in his New York Yankees debut. Soto threw out the potential tying run at the plate in the ninth inning after starting New York's comeback from a four-run deficit in a season-opening 5-4 win over the Houston Astros. “That was a Yankee classic right there,” New York captain Aaron Judge said. “Juan’s debut, that was pretty special out of him. Come up, get...


Former All-SEC Florida Guard Riley Kugel Announces Top Four Schools

Huge news in the transfer portal


Triolo hits RBI single in 12th inning, Pittsburgh bullpen shines as Pirates beat Marlins 6-5

MIAMI (AP) — Jared Triolo hit an RBI single in the top of the 12th inning to finish the Pittsburgh Pirates' rally and beat the Miami Marlins 6-5 on opening day Thursday. Triolo's line drive single against Marlins reliever Declan Cronin (0-1) scored automatic runner Ke’Bryan Hayes. Pirates reliever Jose Hernandez then earned the first save of his career, retiring 2023 NL batting champion Luis Arraez, Josh Bell and Bryan De La Cruz in his only...


Joe Broback’s Latest 2024 NFL Mock Draft: Commanders Surprise With J.J. McCarthy Pick, Marvin Harrison Jr. Becomes Justin Herbert’s New Weapon

Now that free agency has settled, the needs of all 32 NFL teams have become more apparent. Speculation about the quarterback prospects, however, isn’t as clear, and our latest 2024 NFL Mock Draft buys into the hype of a polarizing player. Latest 2024 NFL Mock Draft 1) Chicago Bears (From CAR): Caleb Williams, QB, USC Caleb Williams continues to be in the news no matter what he does, and everyone seems to have an opinion on him as a QB prospect —...


Stanford coach Tara VanDerveer drops fiery take on women’s March Madness format

Stanford women’s basketball coach, Tara VanDerveer, delivered a potent critique of the current women’s March Madness format, advocating for a strategic reevaluation to align with the rapid growth and evolving dynamics of women’s college basketball. Speaking ahead of the Cardinal’s clash on Friday with the NC State Wolfpack in the Portland 4 regional semifinal, VanDerveer, […] The post Stanford coach Tara VanDerveer drops fiery take on women’s...


Marquette vs. NC State: Predictions, picks, odds for Friday's March Madness game

No. 2 Marquette takes on No. 11 North Carolina State in the Sweet 16 of the men's March Madness tournament. Here's what to know about the matchup.


NCAA Tournament roundup: Alabama stuns top seed UNC

Grant Nelson scored fourth-seeded Alabama's final five points, including a three-point play with 38 seconds left that put the Crimson Tide ahead for good in a 89-87 win over top-seeded North Carolina on Thursday in an NCAA Tournament West Region semifinal in Los Angeles.


Diamondbacks Shatter Modern-Day MLB Record on Opening Day

As highlighted by the Arizona broadcast team, the Diamondbacks set a modern-day MLB record by scoring 14 runs in a single inning on Opening Day. The last time a team scored more than 14 runs in one inning on Opening Day dates all the way back to 1900.


Elite 2025 4-Star Linebacker Anthony Sacca Sets Commitment Date, Names Finalists

Huge news on the recruiting trail


Dodgers home opener had Adrián Beltré to start & a 3-inning save to finish

A Hall of Fame battery for the ceremonial first pitch at Dodger Stadium, followed by a fascinating contrasts of pitching styles on the mound


Rangers open title defense with walk-off win vs. Cubs in 10th

Jonah Heim redeemed himself for a mental miscue by delivering a walk-off RBI single in the 10th inning, lifting the Texas Rangers to a 4-3 victory over the Chicago Cubs in the season opener on Thursday in Arlington, Texas.


O'Neill homers for record 5th straight Opening Day as Red Sox win

Tyler O'Neill homered in his fifth straight Opening Day game to set a new major league record.


Shohei Ohtani's debut at Dodger Stadium was not what was expected. How was the LA star's performance?

The Dodgers beat the St. Louis Cardinals 7-1 with little collaboration from Ohtani.. The day Shohei Ohtani and the Los Angeles Dodgers fans were eagerly waiting for finally arrived. The Japanese player finally made his long-awaited debut at Dodger Stadium against a rival that seemed easy, the St. Louis Cardinals. But his first appearance in front of his home crowd was not what they expected. The arrival of Ohtani to the Californian team was one...


What would it take for Raiders to trade up in first-round?

Scenarios for 2nd, 3rd, 4th and 7th overall picks


Pirates outlast Marlins in 12 innings to kick off season

Jared Triolo blooped an RBI single to right in the top of the 12th inning, helping the Pittsburgh Pirates rally to a 6-5 Opening Day win over the host Miami Marlins on Thursday.


College basketball schedule today: Times, TV channels, scores for Thursday NCAA March Madness games

Here is everything you need to know about today's schedule, including tipoff times and TV and streaming options for NCAA Tournament games.


North Carolina pro day takeaways: What we learned as Drake Maye works out in front of NFL teams

The North Carolina star passed his final test before the draft


Hijab wearing players in women's NCAA Tournament hope to inspire others

N.C. State's Jannah Eissa and UC Irvine's Diaba Konate are leaving a big impact off the court, bringing visibility and inspiration to Muslim women by wearing hjiabs while they play. They aren't the first women to do it in NCAA Tournament play, but with record viewership and attendance they are certainly getting noticed. “Representation really matters,” said Konate whose team lost in the first round of the tournament to Gonzaga. “Just having...


March Madness games today: Everything to know about NCAA Tournament's Sweet 16 schedule

The first day of the Sweet 16 brings four matchups from the East and West Regions on Thursday. A breakdown of the key points and who might advance.


Michigan takes step to become 1st major school in state to launch a women's varsity hockey program

The University of Michigan took the first step toward addressing a major in-state void on Thursday by launching a feasibility study to consider establishing a women's varsity hockey program. The study has the backing of school President Santa Ono, and was brought forward at a Michigan regents’ meeting by member Denise Ilitch, the daughter of Detroit Red Wings owner Marian Ilitch. The push to launch a varsity program — though costly and likely to...


2024 NFL Free Agency Landing Spots: Best Fits for Ryan Tannehill, J.K. Dobbins, Odell Beckham Jr., and 10 More FAs

With the 2024 NFL Draft on the horizon, NFL free agency has slowed to a crawl. Now that the third wave of the free agent period has hit, many teams may simply wait until the draft is complete before re-assessing their needs. However, the open market still features many useful contributors at many positions. Veterans may already be willing to take less than they were targeting when free agency began, which could lead to clubs scoring bargains...


5 Cubs on Opening Day roster who won't be on the roster next season

These five Chicago Cubs players are on the Opening Day roster this season but won't be back in 2025.


Baseball-Ohtani delivers for Dodgers in home opener

By Rory Carroll LOS ANGELES (Reuters) - Shohei Ohtani said he was grateful for the warm welcome he received in his first home game in a Dodgers' uniform and rewarded the sold-out Los Angeles crowd by reaching base three times in a 7-1 win over St. Louis on Thursday. The Japanese was greeted with thunderous applause when he was introduced on a sunny day at Chavez Ravine and repaid the fans with a


Padres rally past Bob Melvin, Giants

Jake Cronenworth capped a four-run seventh inning with a two-run double Thursday afternoon as the San Diego Padres overtook the visiting San Francisco Giants for a 6-4 win in a matchup of new managers.


Can 'villain' Colorado Buffaloes overcome Caitlin Clark, Iowa (and the refs)?

The Colorado women's basketball team started the season by beating No. 1 LSU. Can the Buffaloes finish it by ending Caitlin Clark's college career?


Who is in the Elite 8? Latest March Madness bracket results and updates

With the Sweet 16 underway, here's every team to have advanced to the Elite 8. Latest results and March Madness schedule.


Martini homers twice, Montas pitches 6 shutout innings and Reds beat Nationals 8-2 in opener

CINCINNATI (AP) — Nick Martini said he felt a jolt in the Reds' opening day crowd when he lined his second homer of the afternoon 405 feet into the right-field stands. The 33-year-old was in the lineup batting eighth as the designated hitter, the first opening-day start of his big league career. He responded with a two-run homer in the second inning and a three-run drive in the third as Cincinnati cruised to an 8-2 win over the Washington...


Six teams select quarterback in first round of latest mock draft

The 2024 NFL Draft has arguably more quarterback talent than any other draft in recent memory. As a result, NFL.com's Charles Davis believes six teams will select a quarterback in the first round of his latest mock draft.


Here are NHL draft lottery odds for league's bottom teams. Who will land Macklin Celebrini?

Boston University freshman center Macklin Celebrini is the top prospect in the 2024 NHL draft. Which team has the best draft lottery odds?


Shohei Ohtani reaches 3 times in home debut as the Dodgers rout the Cardinals 7-1

LOS ANGELES (AP) — Shohei Ohtani cracked a line drive to right field and sprinted past second base, confident he could leg out a triple that would thrill his new fans in his first home plate appearance for the Los Angeles Dodgers. The $700 million slugger didn't realize Mookie Betts had been stopped in front of him at third until it was too late to avoid getting caught out on the basepaths. “He can run very fast, but he’s got to understand that...


Newest three-round NFL mock draft from CBS Sports features two Duke linemen

CBS Sports' Josh Edwards released a three-round mock draft on Thursday, and he included two Duke linemen in his first 100 selections. Offensive lineman Graham Barton, who played left tackle for the Blue Devils over the last three years, went 22nd overall to the


"If you look up the definition of greatness in the dictionary, it will say Michael Jordan" - Elgin Baylor on MJ's legacy

Elgin Baylor is certain Jordan is the definition of greatness in the NBA lexicon.


Mariners designate former top outfield prospect for assignment

The Mariners announced Thursday that they’ve designated former top outfield prospect Taylor Trammell for assignment.


10 Biggest winners-losers from MLB Opening Day 2024, including the New York Yankees and Juan Soto

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Who are 10 best players left in March Madness during the Sweet 16?

With the Sweet 16 starting tonight, here are the ten best players remaining in the NCAA Tournament.


UConn vs Illinois Prediction, Game Preview: NCAA Tournament Elite Eight, East Region Final

UConn (34-3) vs Illinois (29-8) prediction. NCAA Tournament Elite Eight, East Region Final game preview.


5 MLB Players That Should Be Immediately Removed From The Hall of Fame…And 5 That Deserve To Be In It


3 major talking points after Yankees' comeback Opening Day victory over Astros

The New York Yankees turned around an ugly start to their Opening Day matchup against the Houston Astros.


Guardians face the Athletics leading series 1-0

Cleveland Guardians (1-0) vs. Oakland Athletics (0-1) Oakland, California; Friday, 9:40 p.m. EDT PITCHING PROBABLES: Guardians: Logan Allen (0-0); Athletics: Ross Stripling (0-0) FANDUEL SPORTSBOOK MLB LINE: Guardians -140, Athletics +119; over/under is 7 1/2 runs BOTTOM LINE: The Cleveland Guardians meet the Oakland Athletics with a 1-0 series lead. Oakland had a 50-112 record overall and a 26-55 record in home games last season. The Athletics...


Michael Jordan names a 'dream team' from his era: "The point guard is Magic Johnson, without a doubt"

Jordan had a tough time picking a dream team around him.


2024 NCAA Tournament expert picks: Predictions for Thursday's Sweet 16 games

March Madness is full-steam ahead towards the Final Four, but there are a couple more stops to make before teams meet in Arizona.