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Fever's odds fall with Caitlin Clark in place

The Fever's selection of Caitlin Clark with the No. 1 overall pick in the WNBA draft on Monday, adding her to a lineup featuring reigning Rookie of the Year Aliyah Boston, saw Indiana climb into the top half of the league in the eyes of oddsmakers.

2024-04-16T07:32:51Z

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2024-04-16T15:28:51Z

NBA Playoffs 2024: Bracket, matchups, schedule, scores, TV times, and more

The bracket is set for the 2024 NBA Playoffs.

2024-04-16T12:14:54Z

NCAA gymnastics: Can LSU win its first national title this year?

With Haleigh Bryant, Kiya Johnson, Konnor McClain and Livvy Dunne -- among many others -- the LSU gymnastics team has never been more talented. This may be the year they finally win it all.

2024-04-16T14:40:45Z

Stanford's Cameron Brink drafted 2nd overall by Los Angeles Sparks in WNBA Draft

Stanford standout Cameron Brink secures the 2nd overall pick in the WNBA Draft as she joins the Los Angeles Sparks, solidifying her position as one of the top prospects in women's basketball. With her impressive skills and championship pedigree, Brink is set to bring her competitive spirit and versatility to the Sparks, adding depth to their roster and fueling excitement for the upcoming season.

2024-04-16T00:07:39Z

WNBA Draft 2024 Red Carpet Arrivals Photos, Live Updates: Caitlin Clark, Angel Reese & More

Caitlin Clark, Angel Reese and more basketball stars aligned for the 2024 WNBA Draft at Brooklyn Academy of Music on April 15 in New York. See all the looks.

2024-04-15T23:54:57Z

Kate Martin attends WNBA draft to support Caitlin Clark, gets drafted by Las Vegas in second round

NEW YORK (AP) — Kate Martin traveled to the WNBA draft to support her Iowa teammate Caitlin Clark and ended up getting drafted by the Las Vegas Aces. Martin was selected 18th overall by the defending champions. “There are a lot of emotions right now,” Martin said in an interview on ESPN. “I’m really happy to be here. I was here to support Caitlin, but I was hoping to hear my name called. All I wanted was an opportunity and I got it. I’m really...

2024-04-16T04:31:30Z

Kenyan Athlete Explains Why He Let Chinese Runner Win Beijing Race

Fresh details have emerged over an incident in the Beijing half marathon where three marathon runners including two Kenyan athletes appeared to yield and let a Chinese runner win the marathon deliberately. One of the Kenyan athletes Willy Mnangat has broken his silence over the controversial win by Chinese runner He Jie explaining what transpired moments before the finish line. Mnangat while speaking to BBC Sport Africa on April 15, 2024, said...

2024-04-16T08:35:17Z

2024 Spring Power Rankings: Big Ten

Ohio State on top, with two Pac-12 teams in the top five, and more are found in the Big Ten Spring Power Rankings.

2024-04-16T14:05:46Z

NFL Draft’s best safety prospects, ranked for the 2024 class

Let’s rank the best safety prospects in the 2024 NFL Draft.

2024-04-16T13:12:33Z

NBA Playoffs 2024: Will Anthony Davis play today in Lakers vs Pelicans?

Anthony Davis set off all the alarms for the Los Angeles Lakers when he exited the game against the Pelicans with an apparent back injury. The Los Angeles Lakers, led by LeBron James, took care of business in New Orleans with a 124-108 victory over the Pelicans. However, before the start of the play-in tournament, Anthony Davis alarmed thousands of fans with a back injury. With 5:22 remaining in the fourth quarter, Davis asked coach Darvin Ham...

2024-04-14T23:49:35Z

Forrest Whitley debut: Astros promote former top prospect as pitching woes continue, per report

Whitley has faced a litany of injuries since he was drafted in 2016

2024-04-16T17:54:00Z

Rangers calling up RHP Jack Leiter for Thursday debut

The Texas Rangers are calling up right-hander Jack Leiter to make his major league debut on Thursday. Leiter, the No. 2 overall pick in the 2021 draft, is scheduled to start the series finale against the Tigers in Detroit.

2024-04-16T16:33:47Z

Tornado threat, severe storms head toward Midwest: Latest forecast

Severe storms are bearing down on the Midwest and the Heartland, where tornadoes, damaging winds and hail are in the forecast.

2024-04-16T11:53:01Z

Jimmie Johnson gives big update on charter negotiations with NASCAR

NASCAR and its teams are working on a charter agreement that will expire after the 2024 Cup Series season. The charter system was implemented to guarantee teams specific financial payments and other perks. However, the teams are looking for a better business model and…

2024-04-16T15:14:50Z

2024 RBC Heritage: Predictions, expert picks, odds, field rankings, golf best bets for Harbour Town

Many of the best players in the world look to shake off a major hangover for a PGA Tour signature event

2024-04-16T16:48:39Z

New NFL uniforms 2024: Tracking the jersey redesigns for Jets, Texans, Lions, Broncos and more

A few NFL teams will look a bit different when they take the field in September. Here's a look at which teams are redesigning their jerseys and more in 2024.

2024-04-16T15:09:21Z

Carl Erskine, Dodgers legend and human rights icon, dies: 'The best guy I've ever known'

Carl Erskine was a star pitcher for the Dodgers in the 1950s but his impact on the world as a fierce fighter for human rights was so much more.

2024-04-16T16:48:46Z

Unsung NBA Heroes: 20 Stars Who Deserve More Recognition

These NBA players are not usually valued as highly as they deserve, and they were key players for the teams they played for.

2024-04-16T13:56:49Z

3 Mavericks on Thin Ice Heading Into the Playoffs

The Dallas Mavericks are entering a crucial postseason. These three members of the organization have the most to lose from a potential failure.

2024-04-16T12:05:00Z

MLB Insider buy or sell: 3 contenders and 2 pretenders so far this season

FanSided MLB insider Robert Murray doesn't buy every fast and slow start so far this season, and for good reason.

2024-04-16T01:02:06Z

Ex-Bruins Defender Sets NHL Record

This former Bruin has made NHL history.

2024-04-16T12:05:09Z

Whitey Herzog, Hall of Fame manager who led St. Louis Cardinals to 3 pennants, dies at 92

NEW YORK (AP) — Whitey Herzog, the gruff and ingenious Hall of Fame manager who guided the St. Louis Cardinals to three pennants and a World Series title in the 1980s and perfected an intricate, nail-biting strategy known as "Whiteyball," has died. He was 92. Cardinals spokesman Brian Bartow said Tuesday the team had been informed of his death by Herzog's family. The team did not immediately have additional details about Herzog, who had been at...

2024-04-16T15:47:23Z

3 players USA Basketball could choose for final Olympic roster spot

Team USA has reportedly chosen 11 of 12 players for its roster at the 2024 Olympics. Who deserves the final spot?

2024-04-16T05:08:47Z

Predicting The 2024 All-NBA Teams

Here are our predictions for the 2024 All-NBA Teams including All-NBA First, All-NBA Second, All-NBA Third teams, as well as the All-Defensive and All-Rookie teams.

2024-04-16T14:00:09Z

WNBA Draft grades 2024: Complete results and analysis for every pick in Round 1

Caitlin Clark earned an A+ for the Indiana Fever. How did other teams do?

2024-04-15T19:08:25Z

Did Nika Muhl get selected in WNBA Draft? UConn guard follows in footsteps of Sue Bird with Seattle Storm

Muhl leaves behind a strong UConn legacy — including her tenacious defense on Iowa's Caitlin Clark in the 2024 Final Four.

2024-04-16T04:28:05Z

Four-Time World Series Champion Pitcher Dead At 78

Ken Holtzman, a former Major League Baseball player who was a part of four World Series-winning teams, passed away this week at the age of 78. No cause of death was released. The Chicago Cubs released a statement following their former players passing. “We are deeply saddened by the passing of former Cubs pitcher Ken Holtzman. Ken was […] The post Four-Time World Series Champion Pitcher Dead At 78 first appeared on Slingshot News.

2024-04-16T01:53:31Z

2024 Kentucky Derby horses, futures, odds, date: Expert who hit 10 Derby-Oaks Doubles releases picks

Jody Demling revealed his Kentucky Derby 2024 picks for the Run for the Roses on Saturday, May 4 at Churchill Downs

2024-02-19T20:22:05Z

We asked ChatGPT to name Utah's new potential NHL team

In light of reports that the Arizona Coyotes may move to Salt Lake City, we asked ChatGPT to come up with 10 names for the potential NHL franchise. Here's what ChatGPT recommended: Salt Lake Avalanche Wasatch Wolverines Salt Lake Summiters Utah Blizzard Salt Lake Thunder Salt Lake Snowcats Salt Lake Peaks Salt Lake Seracs Utah Glaciers Salt Lake Frostbite You tell us: What do you think we should name our potential NHL franchise? Send us your...

2024-04-16T12:26:56Z

"What am I missing?"- Chase Elliott's crew chief counters unfair criticism against Texas winner

The 2024 Autotrader EchoPark Automotive 400 winner Chase Elliott's crew chief defended the former after his racing prowess was questioned despite his domitable run on the Texas Motor Speedway.

2024-04-16T12:55:47Z

2024 NFL Mock Draft: Trades at the top make for an interesting top ten

In this 2024 NFL Mock Draft, some trades at the top of the draft make for an interesting top ten, and set up the rest of the 2024 NFL Draft.

2024-04-15T22:08:36Z

QB-only NFL mock draft 2024: Projecting where Jayden Daniels, J.J. McCarthy and 11 other quarterbacks will go

Quarterbacks are expected to come off the board early and often during the 2024 NFL Draft. Here's a look at where Jayden Daniels, J.J. McCarthy, and Michael Penix Jr. could land.

2024-04-16T07:39:08Z

Re-Drafting The 2017 NFL Draft: Entire First Round Do-Over

With just over a week until the start of the NFL Draft, the buzz has become palpable. It's a time when football fans look to the future, pining over incoming rookies and crossing their fingers in hopes that their team will select its next cornerstone piece. While first-round picks are prized ...

2024-04-16T13:42:16Z

NHL playoff tiebreaker scenarios for Capitals, Red Wings, Penguins, Flyers to clinch final East wild card spot

Th Eastern Conference playoff picture is coming down to Game No. 82 for four clubs.

2024-04-16T16:24:40Z

Caitlin Clark and the Best-Dressed at the W.N.B.A. Draft

When it comes to peacocks, it’s hard to beat male athletes. Their tunnel walks have been painstakingly documented; their fits have dominated the draft day conversations for the N.B.A. and the N.F.L.; their love of Vuitton and Hermès has been parlayed into brands of their own. But on Monday evening at the W.N.B.A. draft, following the most-watched women’s college basketball game in history and the most-watched basketball game at any level since...

2024-04-16T13:14:22Z

Caitlin Clark WNBA salary, contract terms: How much will she earn as No. 1 pick?

How much will Caitlin Clark make in her rookie season? Contract terms for the WNBA's top four draft picks are the same, per the league's CBA.

2024-04-16T04:32:40Z

Texas Rangers are Calling Up the No. 2 Pick from the 2021 MLB Draft

The Texas Rangers announced on Tuesday that their top pitching prospect Jack Leiter will be promoted to the major league roster. Leiter will make his debut on Thursday against the Detroit Tigers.

2024-04-16T16:16:54Z

Former Wisconsin starting guard transfers to Big 12 school

Former Wisconsin women's basketball starting guard Sania Copeland announced her commitment to Kansas via Instagram on Monday. Copeland played two seasons for the Badgers under head coach Marisa Moseley. She st

2024-04-16T15:53:27Z

WNBA Draft 2024 results: Pick-by-pick tracker for every selection

We’re keeping track of every pick in the 2024 WNBA Draft here.

2024-04-15T22:59:09Z

Yankees legend John Sterling explains retirement decision

The radio legend discussed his decision to retire.

2024-04-16T15:14:51Z

NFL Draft order 2024: Updated list of all 257 picks over seven rounds & sorted by team

Here's a look at all the 2024 NFL Draft picks, sorted by round as well as by each team's individual picks.

2024-04-16T08:39:02Z

NHL Stanley Cup Playoffs: Matchups if the First-Round Started Today

The NHL Stanley Cup Playoffs begin this month, and lots of exciting matchups are coming up. SportsGrid previews the bracket if the playoffs started today.

2024-04-03T14:02:27Z

Commissioner: WNBA plans to add three more teams

The WNBA plans to add three additional expansion teams in the next four years, commissioner Cathy Engelbert said Monday at the league's draft in New York.

2024-04-16T03:32:48Z

NFL News: How the Dallas Cowboys Can Sidestep Pitfalls in the 2024 NFL Draft

The Dallas Cowboys approach the 2024 NFL Draft with a palpable sense of urgency. Poised at a critical juncture, the team holds three top-100 picks and faces a season that could define their trajectory for years to come. With key players departing and strategic needs emerging, Dallas’s decisions at the draft table could either propel them to new heights or plunge them into a cycle of missed opportunities. Here’s a deep dive into the pitfalls they...

2024-04-16T13:54:56Z

How NHL tiebreaker procedures would determine who gets into the playoffs

The race for the final playoff spot in the Eastern Conference is tight. How the NHL's tiebreaker procedure could determine who gets in.

2024-04-16T10:12:50Z

Predicting Landing Spots for the Top 35 Available CBB Transfers

With the college basketball transfer portal in full swing, SportsGrid keeps you updated with the top talents still available throughout the 2024 offseason.

2024-04-04T17:34:49Z

WNBA Draft grades | NBA postseason predictions, and Team USA's (almost full) Olympic roster

Caitlin Clark (A+) gives the Fever a second star, while Sparks pull straight A's with Cameron Brink and Rickea Jackson

2024-04-16T14:23:44Z

Ranking the Top 10 Pass-Rushers in the NFL

Empire Sports Media

2024-04-16T15:35:45Z

2024 NFL Draft Top 100 Big Board: 17 WRs lead way; J.J. McCarthy sits at No. 25, just behind Michael Penix Jr.

There will be a run on QBs early in this draft and seven find their way into the Top 100

2024-04-16T13:18:36Z