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What Teams Will Dominate the New-Look Big Ten in 2024?

The Big Ten is now a coast-to-coast conference with 18 teams, but who will run the league in 2024?

OU softball notebook: Welcome Houston to (chilly) Love’s Field

Not exactly the weather anybody was predicting for OU softball and Houston, but the games will go on this weekend. After being nearly 90 degrees at the start of the week, we’ll be lucky to hit 60 during the weekend. And lucky to get all three games in with the expected rain for Norman on Saturday. But you can’t let the elements get in the way. OU n...

Jackson Holliday has struggled in MLB debut so far, but here are three reasons to believe in Orioles prospect

Holliday has recorded just one hit in his first 25 at-bats in the majors

UFC 302 adds several fights to Islam Makhachev vs. Dustin Poirier card

Several new fights have been added to UFC 302 on June 1 in New Jersey where Islam Makhachev defends his lightweight title against Dustin Poirier in the main event.

Ranking The SEC Football Head Coaches in 2024

GM Mike Dunleavy, Warriors look to regroup after missing the playoffs with Curry, Green, Thompson

SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — General manager Mike Dunleavy Jr. and the rest of Golden State's front office staff had a feeling this season would wind up short of the ultimate goal for a franchise that has won four NBA championships over the past decade. That's the way the season went for Stephen Curry and Co. — losing big leads, making costly mistakes, repeatedly unable to deliver the big defensive stop when it mattered most. Coach Steve Kerr had hoped...

Historic NASCAR team risking a fade into obsolescence with poor tenure from young driver

In 2024, with the lowest expectations of his career, Burton has somehow managed to subvert them.

This Day In Dodgers History: Sandy Koufax Becomes First Pitcher With 3 Immaculate Innings

On April 18, 1964, Los Angeles Dodgers legend Sandy Koufax tossed an immaculate inning against the Cincinnati Reds, becoming the first pitcher in National League history to accomplish the feat on three separate occasions.

Could another major sports franchise be headed out of Arizona?

Could the Arizona Diamondbacks be in trouble?

Rangers, Braves send veteran lefties to mound in opener

Two veteran left-handers will take the mound when the Texas Rangers visit the Atlanta Braves for the first time since 2017 to start a three-game interleague series on Friday.

Vikings have the 11th and 23rd picks in the NFL draft and a need for a QB. Can they get their guy?

EAGAN, Minn. (AP) — The NFL draft is not so much a marathon weekend as it is a season of speculation and subterfuge, a made-for-TV mystery unfolding team by team across the league. Minnesota's motive has been clear, actually, for two years. The Vikings are as poised as ever to take a quarterback in the first round. From the day Kevin O'Connell was hired as head coach, following the arrival of general manager Kwesi Adofo-Mensah in the momentous...

Potential replacement names for Coyotes in Utah come into focus after trademark filings

Now that the Coyotes’ move to Utah is official, the question on everyone’s mind is what the team’s new name will be. The NHL Board of Governors approved the sale and relocation of the team to Jazz owner Ryan Smith on Wednesday. What exactly the new team could be called when it steps onto the ice next season is still a mystery, even to Smith himself. “We’ll start with Utah on the jersey and we’ll figure out the logo and everything else and what...

NHL playoff bracket 2024: Full schedule, TV channels, scores for hockey postseason

The quest for the Stanley Cup is underway. The Sporting News has the latest bracket, schedule, channels and more for every series in the 2024 playoffs.

Flyers Assign Multiple Prospects to AHL; What it Means

On Wednesday evening, the Philadelphia Flyers announced that they had assigned Ronnie Attard, Bobby Brink, Adam Ginning, and Olle Lycksell to the AHL’s Lehigh Valley Phantoms.

Beijing half marathon runners stripped of medals after controversial finish

The top three in Sunday's Beijing half marathon have been stripped of their medals, organisers said, following an investigation into the finish that saw China's He Jie controversially win. "Today the 2024 Beijing Half Marathon Organising Committee issued a decision on the investigation and handling of the men's race results," a state media report said on Friday.

Meet Team USA: Portraits of Olympic athletes

Who is leading the 2024 RBC Heritage after Day one? Day 1 leaderboard explored

The 2024 RBC Heritage finished the first round with plenty of competition at the top of the leaderboard. A total of 50 of the 69 players in the field shot under par at Harbour Town Golf Links.

Game 1 of Texas A&M vs. Alabama has been cancelled. Here is the updated schedule

Due to storms in the area, Texas A&M baseball's (33-4, 11-4 SEC) road series vs. Alabama (24-13, 6-9 SEC) has now been rescheduled. Game 1, which was slated to start at 6:00 p.m. on Thursday, has now been moved to 11:00 a.m. on Friday mid-morning. On its face,

LSU gymnastics results: Tigers advance to second straight national championship finals

LSU gymnasts advances to its second straight national championship finals after winning session I of the semifinals on Thursday afternoon.

Cody Rhodes, Damian Priest triumph in first title defenses

WWE kicks off its United Kingdom tour in style in Birmingham.

Walker Buehler walks 4 in shortened Triple-A rehab start

Buehler pitched through traffic in most of his outing for Oklahoma City, limited to just 68 pitches thanks to four walks. Next step for the Dodgers right-hander is TBD.

Olympic track and field star Annie Kunz in images

Olympic track and field star Annie Kunz in images

Mock Draft 10.0 picks 17-32: Pass catchers and pass blockers

U.S. Olympic wrestling trials 2024 schedule, TV channels, live stream to watch Team USA Paris Olympics qualifying

Who will earn at spot in the 2024 Olympics? The Sporting News will provide all you need to know about the 2024 U.S. Olympic wrestling trials.

PGA Tour stars ball out to start RBC Heritage, Signature Event

PGA Tour stars started strong at the RBC Heritage in Hilton Head, the fifth Signature Event of the season.

NCAA gymnastics results, scores, winners for 2024 women's college semifinals

Some of the nation's top gymnastics talent takes the stage in the hopes of bringing their sides that much closer to an NCAA title.

Cubs roster moves: Jameson Taillon, Patrick Wisdom activated from injured list

Hayden Wesneski and Miles Mastrobuoni were returned to Iowa.

2024 NFL first-round mock draft: Five QBs in Round 1

The NFL Draft is just one week away. Here's a look at our latest first-round mock draft as of April 18, 2024.

Coyotes officially leaving Arizona for Salt Lake City following approval of sale to Utah Jazz owners

TEMPE, Ariz. (AP) — The Arizona Coyotes are officially headed to Salt Lake City. The NHL Board of Governors voted unanimously Thursday to approve a $1.2 billion sale from Alex Meruelo to Utah Jazz owners Ryan and Ashley Smith, clearing the way for the franchise's move to Utah next season. The deal includes a provision for Arizona to get an expansion team if a new arena is built within the next five years. The deal will be facilitated through the...

Bill Walton said math validates the claim Pete Maravich would average 57 points today: "Dale Brown went back and charted all the games"

Bill Walton shares an interesting explanation of why "Pistol" Pete Maravich would be an even greater scorer if he played today.

Dr. Diandra: Ranking NASCAR’s all-time best superspeedway racers

Even casual fans can probably guess the No. 1 superspeedway driver, but a few other names might be surprises.

Shohei Ohtani, LA Dodgers Phenom, to Build Offseason Home in New Luxury Hawaii Community

The $700 million man will spend his time off in a lavish Big Island hideaway

Who Are The Top Five Quarterbacks in 2024 Fantasy Football?

We might be a couple of months away from fantasy football drafts taking place. But it is never too early to start researching and getting an idea where players are falling in drafts, especially at the quarterback position. Quarterback is the most important position in football and the position that...

Predicting All-NBA First, Second and Third Teams

Red Sox errors lead to series loss to Guardians

Boston drops the series finale against Cleveland 5-4.

2024 Kentucky Derby prediction, odds, horses, contenders: Surprising picks from horse racing insider

When is the 2024 Kentucky Derby? The annual Run for the Roses takes place Saturday, May 4 at Churchill Downs

Kyrie Irving reacts to Team USA snub: "I grew up in a time when we actually had to try out for USAB"

Irving was gracious to wish his 'brothers' well in their quest to bring back Olympic basketball supremacy to U.S. soil.

Seahawks draft quarterback, add two ex-Huskies in Dane Brugler’s 7-round mock draft

Try this Seahawks mock draft on for size.

What channel is Braves vs. Rangers on tonight? Time, TV schedule, live stream for MLB Friday Night Baseball game

Time, TV schedule, live stream for MLB Friday Night Baseball game between Braves and Rangers

10 bold predictions for the 2024 Stanley Cup Playoffs

Get ready for some playoff hockey. 10 bold predictions for the NHL postseason.

Martina Navratilova taken aback by news of IOC allegedly funding study claiming transwomen athletes are at a disadvantage compared to women

Martina Navratilova recently reacted to the news that the International Olympic Committee allegedly funded a study that compared transgender women with female athletes to prove that trans women were a

3 Chicago Sky Players on Thin Ice After the WNBA Draft

The 2024 WNBA Draft is officially in the books and the Sky will have tough roster decisions to make between now and the start of the regular season.

NHL Playoff Brackets: All 8 Stanley Cup playoffs matchups confirmed after final regular season day

As the regular season comes to an end, the NHL playoff brackets are now confirmed. After 82 regular season games, 16 teams have emerged to battle it out for the coveted Stanley Cup.

Beijing half marathon top three stripped of medals: organisers

The top three in Sunday's Beijing half marathon have been stripped of their medals, organisers said, following an investigation into the finish that saw China's He Jie controversially win. "Today the 2024 Beijing Half Marathon Organising Committee issued a decision on the investigation and handling of the men's race results," a state media report said Friday.

Michigan men’s basketball announces coaching staff for 2024-25 season

May officially has his first staff in place.

Dueling mock drafts: Trade up or trade back?

Comparing two draft hauls and letting Raider Nation decide what’s best

2024 WNBA Draft: Western Conference grades

Which of the WNBA’s Western Conference teams made the most of the 2024 WNBA Draft? Here are the grades for the Wings, Aces, Sparks, Lynx. Mercury and Storm.

SEC Powerhouse Named 'School To Watch' For Promising Transfer Portal QB

Arizona State quarterback Jaden Rashada announced he plans to enter the transfer portal on Thursday.

In 3 Years Since Joining The Utah Jazz Ownership Group, Dwyane Wade Has Watched Its Valuation Go From $1.75B To $3.46B

Never underestimate the power of a good hobby! Following his retirement from the NBA, Dwyane Wade, like many greats who have since left the league, picked up a new golfing habit, which ultimately led him to become a minority owner in the NBA team Utah Jazz. According to Boardroom, the move made in 2021 by… Continue reading In 3 Years Since Joining The Utah Jazz Ownership Group, Dwyane Wade Has Watched Its Valuation Go From $1.75B To $3.46B

Dodgers vs. Mets series info

New York comes to Los Angeles for the weekend. Dodgers have lost each of the first two series of this homestand at Dodger Stadium.