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NBA fines Mitchell Robinson, Dyson Daniels for tussle

Sat, 02 May 2026 02:25:13 GMT

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The NBA handed out fines on Friday to New York Knicks center Mitchell Robinson and Atlanta Hawks guard Dyson Daniels for their on-court altercation the night before.

Robinson was docked $50,000 and Daniels was fined $25,000. NBA head of basketball operations James Jones announced that Robinson's figure was increased because of 'an inappropriate post on social media i

Atlanta United, CF Montreal enjoying rare positive streaks

Sat, 02 May 2026 00:05:12 GMT

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Atlanta United strive to build on a promising run of form when they face visiting CF Montreal on Saturday night.

Atlanta (2-7-1, 7 points) enters the match just one step above last place in the MLS Eastern Conference standings. But it is on a two-game winning streak across all competitions, which includes Tuesday's 2-0 win at Charlotte FC in the U.S. Open Cup Round

Revolution put perfect home record on line vs. Charlotte FC

Sat, 02 May 2026 00:05:07 GMT

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The New England Revolution will aim to climb up the Eastern Conference standings in a pivotal home match against contenders Charlotte FC on Saturday evening in Foxborough, Mass.

New England (5-3-1, 16 points) has burst out of the gate this season, claiming fourth in its conference thanks to a five-game unbeaten streak. The Revolution have one of the most dynamic

Cardinals add to bullpen, recall LHP Jared Shuster

Fri, 01 May 2026 19:19:12 GMT

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The St. Louis Cardinals bolstered their bullpen in advance of a visit from the Los Angeles Dodgers by recalling left-hander Jared Shuster from Triple-A Memphis on Friday.

In a corresponding move, right-hander Hunter Dobbins was optioned to Memphis following his Cardinals debut Thursday when he gave up three runs on two hits and five walks over 4 1/3 innings against th

Buckle up: Cup Series 'roller coaster' travels to Texas

Fri, 01 May 2026 18:55:15 GMT

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Talladega's fast-paced action gave fans a thrilling finish last week with Carson Hocevar recording his first win, and the Lone Star State will try to match or eclipse that this weekend.

With 10 races in the books, the NASCAR Cup Series travels to Texas Motor Speedway for Sunday afternoon's Wurth 400 in Fort Worth, where Joey Logano is the defending race winner after

Streaking Quakes may be without key player at Toronto

Fri, 01 May 2026 16:55:20 GMT

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The league-leading San Jose Earthquakes may not be at full strength Saturday afternoon as they look to continue the best run in franchise history at Toronto FC.

The Earthquakes (9-1-0, 27 points) extended their club-record winning streak to eight matches in all competitions when they eliminated Minnesota United FC in the Round of 16 at the Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cup by a

Report: Russell Wilson in talks to go into television

Fri, 01 May 2026 16:19:17 GMT

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Quarterback Russell Wilson has been involved in serious talks to go into television as he contemplates the end of his NFL playing career, The Athletic reported Friday.

Replacing Matt Ryan at CBS' 'The NFL Today' pregame show appears to be the preferred landing spot, per the outlet. Wilson has worked with CBS on occasion in recent years, including a stint durin

Valkyries lead WNBA with $850M valuation

Fri, 01 May 2026 16:05:12 GMT

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The Golden State Valkyries are the WNBA's most valuable franchise for a second straight year, according to Sportico.

The team has a valuation of $850 million after setting a league record with $78 million in revenue during its inaugural season in 2025.

The New York Liberty rank a distant second at $600 million, followed by the Indiana Fever ($560M), Seattle

Rockies, Braves experiencing what a difference a season makes

Fri, 01 May 2026 13:19:12 GMT

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The 2026 Colorado Rockies were destined to be better than the 2025 team, and they've lived up to that expectation. Colorado reached 14 wins five weeks earlier than last year's 43-119 squad and is coming off a 4-2 road trip.

The Rockies will try to build on that success when they host the Atlanta Braves on Friday night for the first of a three-game series in Denver.<

Phillies ride momentum of series sweep into opener vs. Marlins

Fri, 01 May 2026 11:55:14 GMT

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The Philadelphia Phillies are showing signs of life under interim manager Don Mattingly.

The Phillies will go for their fourth straight victory Friday night when they visit the Miami Marlins in the opener of a four-game series.

Philadelphia parted ways with manager Rob Thomson on Tuesday morning after a 9-19 start to the season. Mattingly was promoted from benc

Optimistic Rangers begin weekend series against Tigers

Fri, 01 May 2026 09:19:03 GMT

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All things considered, Texas Rangers manager Skip Schumaker appears pleased with his team's performance heading into May.

The Rangers are 15-16 as they begin a three-game series against the host Detroit Tigers on Friday.

Texas snapped a three-game losing streak and concluded its nine-game homestand with a 3-0 win over the New York Yankees on Wednesday. Detroit

NBA roundup: Knicks advance with 51-point rout; Wolves move on, too

Fri, 01 May 2026 05:40:28 GMT

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OG Anunoby scored 26 of his 29 points in the first half to lead visiting New York to a historic 140-89 victory over the Atlanta Hawks on Thursday as the Knicks won their first-round Eastern Conference playoff series 4-2.

It was the most points scored by the Knicks in a playoff game and the 51-point margin of victory their largest in the postseason. The only bigger vi

MLB roundup: Phillies sweep DH vs. Giants with pair of walk-offs

Fri, 01 May 2026 04:40:30 GMT

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Bryson Stott delivered a game-tying triple in the ninth inning and scored on Justin Crawford's infield single as the Philadelphia Phillies rallied to nip the visiting San Francisco Giants 3-2 in the opener of a day-night doubleheader.

Kyle Schwarber hit his 350th career home run while Phillies starter Cristopher Sanchez allowed two runs and struck out seven in 6 2/3 in

Knicks finish off Hawks with record-setting 51-point blowout

Fri, 01 May 2026 02:05:11 GMT

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It was the most points scored by the Knicks in a playoff game and their largest winning margin in the postseason. The only bigger victory margin in

Down 3-2, Pistons shift pressure to Paolo Banchero, Magic in Game 6

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 21:55:16 GMT

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Cade Cunningham and Paolo Banchero are proving they know how to put on a show, and they're going to be called upon in another possible elimination game in their first-round Eastern Conference playoff series.

Cunningham's heroics Wednesday night bought the Pistons another game as No. 1 seed Detroit visits Orlando for Game 6 on Friday night with the Magic leading 3-

Tigers rally for rare victory against Braves

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 19:40:22 GMT

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Gleyber Torres had three hits and capped a two-run rally with a sacrifice fly in the eighth inning to help the visiting Detroit Tigers score a 5-2 comeback win over the Atlanta Braves on Thursday.

The victory ended Detroit's 10-game losing streak against the Braves.

The Tigers began their comeback against reliever Joel Payamps. Kerry Carpenter led off the eight

Hornets' Moussa Diabate wins NBA Hustle Award

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 17:55:14 GMT

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Charlotte Hornets big man Moussa Diabate was named the winner of the 2025-26 NBA Hustle Award on Thursday.

A first-time winner, Diabate ranked in the top 11 in six of the nine hustle categories used to determine the award recipient, including first in offensive box-outs per minute (0.0537) and fourth in screen assists per minute (0.1122).

The Hustle Award h

Report: Calais Campbell, 39, to sign 1-year deal with Ravens

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 16:40:35 GMT

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Six-time Pro-Bowl defensive end Calais Campbell is returning to Baltimore to sign a one-year contract with the Ravens, ESPN reported Thursday.

Campbell, who turns 40 on Sept. 1, previously played in Baltimore from 2020-22. He will suit up for his 19th NFL season in 2026.

Campbell has appeared in 278 regular-season games (259 starts). The league record for a def

Against Nationals, Mets strive to close dreadful month on a high note

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 13:19:15 GMT

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The New York Mets insist they are better than their record indicates.

As the first full month of the season concludes, it is time for the Mets to prove it.

The Mets will attempt to end a disappointing month on a high note Thursday afternoon when they host the Washington Nationals in the rubber game of a three-game series.

Freddy Peralta (1-3, 3.90 ERA) is

Braves bring historic pace into series finale vs. Tigers

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 09:05:12 GMT

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The Braves will look for their 11th straight win against the Detroit Tigers on Thursday afternoon when the teams play the finale of a three-game series in Atlanta.

Matt Olson and the Braves gut-punched the Tigers on Wednesday when the first baseman crushed a two-run walk-off homer in the ninth inning. Detroit hasn't beaten Atlanta since June 12, 2023.

'When you

MLB roundup: Braves walk off Tigers in comeback stunner

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 04:05:12 GMT

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Matt Olson delivered a long, two-run, walk-off homer in the ninth inning against closer Kenley Jansen to lift the Atlanta Braves to a 4-3 win over the visiting Detroit Tigers on Thursday.

Ozzie Albies opened the inning with a walk and Olson followed with his ninth homer, a 397-foot shot to right-center field that landed in the Atlanta bullpen. It was the second strai

Matt Olson's walk-off homer lifts Braves over Tigers

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 02:19:08 GMT

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Matt Olson delivered a long two-run walk-off homer in the ninth inning against closer Kenley Jansen to lift the Atlanta Braves to a 4-3 win over the visiting Detroit Tigers on Thursday.

Ozzie Albies opened the inning with a walk and Olson followed with his ninth homer, a 397-foot shot to right-center field that landed in the Atlanta bullpen.

It was the second s

Tigers put RHP Casey Mize (adductor), SS Javier Baez (ankle) on IL

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 01:05:04 GMT

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Detroit Tigers' right-hander Casey Mize and shortstop Javier Baez were placed on the injured list on Wednesday after both were hurt during Tuesday's loss to the Atlanta Braves.

Mize, 27, is on the 15-day IL with a right adductor strain. The 2025 All-Star appeared to be in pain after a second-inning strikeout, then departed in the third after a throw to first base

Knicks' physicality has helped them of brink of advancing past Hawks

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 21:55:15 GMT

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Jalen Brunson can continue to build on his reputation as a big-time player if he finds a way to carry the New York Knicks into the second round of the playoffs.

Led by Brunson, the Knicks hold a 3-2 lead over the Atlanta Hawks in their best-of-seven, first-round Eastern Conference series and will try to clinch the series on Thursday in Atlanta.

Brunson scored 3

White Sox place OF Everson Pereira (pectoral) on IL

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 17:25:13 GMT

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The White Sox placed outfielder Everson Pereira on the 10-day injured list Wednesday with a right pectoral strain.

In a corresponding move, Chicago called up outfielder Jarred Kelenic from Triple-A Charlotte ahead of its series finale against the visiting Los Angeles Angels.

Pereira, 25, is batting .250 with three homers, four doubles and seven RBIs in 18 ga

After 'fun' victory vs. Nationals, Mets pursue a repeat feat

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 15:05:05 GMT

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The New York Mets took advantage of their opportunities Tuesday night in an 8-0 win over the visiting Washington Nationals.

The Mets turned six hits, five walks and two home runs into eight runs en route to only their third victory in the past 18 games. The Mets left just four runners on base Tuesday.

Juan Soto hit a two-run homer to cap a seven-run fourth inn

Longtime Broncos S Justin Simmons retiring at 32

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 14:40:37 GMT

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Former Denver Broncos free safety Justin Simmons is announcing his retirement Wednesday after nine seasons.

The two-time Pro Bowl selection played for Denver from 2016-23 and spent 2024 with the Atlanta Falcons before sitting out the 2025 season.

The Broncos planned a press conference with Simmons, 32, at noon local time Wednesday in Englewood, Colo.

Tarik Skubal, Tigers take aim at hot Braves

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 14:40:32 GMT

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Two-time Cy Young Award winner Tarik Skubal will take the mound on Wednesday night when his Detroit Tigers face the host Atlanta Braves and their top rookie pitching prospect.

The Braves recorded a 5-2 victory Tuesday in the opener of a three-game series. It was Atlanta's ninth straight win over the Tigers, who fell to 5-13 on the road this seas

Yankees RHP Elmer Rodriguez to make MLB debut against Rangers

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 12:05:11 GMT

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The New York Yankees are excited about Elmer Rodriguez's major league debut on Wednesday afternoon.

They also are enthusiastic about the prospect of capping a nearly perfect road trip with another win.

Rodriguez, a 22-year-old right-hander, will be on the mound when the Yankees finish a nine-game journey Wednesday against the Texas Rangers in Arlington, Texas

MLB roundup: Phillies trounce Giants after making managerial change

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 08:55:15 GMT

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Jesus Luzardo allowed just two hits over seven innings as the Philadelphia Phillies topped the visiting San Francisco Giants 7-0 on Tuesday, hours after firing manager Rob Thomson.

With a 9-19 record entering Tuesday that was tied for the worst mark in the major leagues, the Phillies opted to part ways with Thomson, who had managed the squad for nearly four years.

Tigers RHP Casey Mize headed for MRI on sore groin

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 06:40:21 GMT

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Detroit starter Casey Mize left in the third inning of the Tigers' Tuesday game against the host Atlanta Braves due to right groin tightness and he will undergo an MRI exam on Wednesday.

Mize, the No. 1 overall pick in the 2018 draft, appeared to grimace after fielding a soft grounder from Atlanta's Drake Baldwin and tossing an underhanded throw to first to record an

NBA roundup: De'Aaron Fox, Spurs knock out Blazers in Game 5

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 05:55:12 GMT

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De'Aaron Fox scored 13 of his 21 points in the fourth quarter as the host San Antonio Spurs defeated the Portland Trail Blazers 114-95 on Tuesday to close out a 4-1 victory in the teams' first-round Western Conference playoff series.

Victor Wembanyama racked up 17 points, 14 rebounds and six blocked shots as the second-seeded Spurs secured a berth in the conference

Martin Perez leads Braves past Tigers in matchup of division leaders

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 05:40:21 GMT

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Martin Perez pitched five scoreless innings and Ozzie Albies homered to help the Atlanta Braves defeat the visiting Detroit Tigers 5-2 on Tuesday in the opener of a three-series between division-leading clubs.

The journeyman left-hander allowed two hits and four walks, striking out five. Perez (2-1) logged his first win over the Tigers since Aug. 25, 2019.

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Jalen Brunson pours in 39 as Knicks go up 3-2 on Hawks

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 03:19:03 GMT

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Jalen Brunson scored 39 points to lift the host New York Knicks to a 126-97 victory over the Atlanta Hawks on Tuesday in Game 5 of an Eastern Conference first-round series.

New York holds a 3-2 lead in the best-of-seven series. The Knicks will look to advance to the conference semifinals on Thursday when they play Game 6 in Atlanta.

Brunson made 15 of 23 shots

Martin Perez leads Braves past Tiger in matchup of division leaders

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 02:19:12 GMT

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The journeyman left-hander (2-1) allowed two hits and four walks, striking out five. It was his first win over the Tigers since Aug. 25, 2019.

Atlanta's

Tigers RHP Casey Mize leaves start vs. Braves with groin tightness

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 00:40:42 GMT

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Detroit starter Casey Mize left in the third inning of Tuesday's game against the host Atlanta Braves with right groin tightness, the team announced.

Mize, the No. 1 overall pick in the 2018 MLB Draft, appeared to grimace after fielding a soft grounder from Atlanta's Drake Baldwin and tossing an underhanded throw to first to record an out.

Detroit manager A.J.

Tigers RHP Casey Mize leaves start vs. Braves with apparent leg injury

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 00:25:10 GMT

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Detroit starter Casey Mize had to leave the game with an apparent leg injury in the third inning of Tuesday's game against the host Atlanta Braves.

Mize, the No. 1 overall pick in the 2018 MLB Draft, appeared to grimace after fielding a soft grounder from Atlanta's Drake Baldwin and tossing an underhanded throw to first to record an out.

Detroit manager A.J. Hi

Celtics' Brad Stevens named NBA Executive of Year

Tue, 28 Apr 2026 17:55:12 GMT

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Boston Celtics president of basketball operations Brad Stevens was named the NBA Basketball Executive of the Year for the second time in three seasons on Tuesday.

Stevens' Celtics finished with the second-best record (56-26) in the Eastern Conference in 2025-26 and secured a top-two playoff seed for the fifth time in his five seasons in his current role.

After managerial change, Phillies look to alter fortunes vs. Giants

Tue, 28 Apr 2026 16:19:09 GMT

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The Philadelphia Phillies made news on Tuesday morning, hours before opening a three-game series against the visiting San Francisco Giants.

The Phillies fired manager Rob Thomson and named bench coach Don Mattingly as their interim skipper through the 2026 season.

USA Today reported Boston Red Sox manager Alex Cora, fired Friday, was offered the job and dec

Touting their tenacity, Knicks set for another scrap with Hawks

Mon, 27 Apr 2026 23:19:04 GMT

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The Knicks will try to ride a tone-setting first quarter from Game 4 of their Eastern Conference first-round series against the Atlanta Hawks into Game 5 on Tuesday in New York.

The Knicks responded to consecutive one-point losses by securing a seven-point lead after the end of the first quarter in Game 4. They doubled the advantage by halftime and extended the lead

Mets-Nats to feature punchless offenses vs. generous pitching

Mon, 27 Apr 2026 22:55:18 GMT

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No team in baseball has scored fewer runs than the New York Mets. And no team in the National League has allowed more runs than the Washington Nationals.

Something will have to give starting Tuesday, when the skidding Mets host Washington in the opener of a three-game series between the longtime National League East rivals.

Clay Holmes (2-2, 2.10 ERA) is slate

Mets-Nats to feature punchless offense vs. generous pitching

Mon, 27 Apr 2026 22:55:13 GMT

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No team in baseball has scored fewer runs than the New York Mets. And no team in the National League has allowed more runs than the Washington Nationals.

Something will have to give starting Tuesday, when the skidding Mets host Washington in the opener of a three-game series between the longtime National League East rivals.

Clay Holmes (2-2, 2.10 ERA) is slate

Tigers' Spencer Torkelson eyes history in opener vs. league-best Braves

Mon, 27 Apr 2026 21:05:03 GMT

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Detroit's Spencer Torkelson could write his name in the franchise record book when the visiting Tigers open a three-game series against the red-hot Atlanta Braves on Tuesday.

Torkelson matched the franchise mark by hitting a home run in his fifth consecutive game on Sunday against Cincinnati. Another blast would also make him the f

Braves' Reynaldo Lopez a reliever 'for now' to work on delivery flaw

Mon, 27 Apr 2026 19:55:06 GMT

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Braves right-hander Reynaldo Lopez is moving to the bullpen 'for now' to work out a mechanical flaw in his delivery, Atlanta manager Walt Weiss told reporters Sunday.

Lopez began the season as Atlanta's No. 2 starter after making just one start in 2025 before undergoing season-ending shoulder surgery. He had a 2.18 ERA through four starts this season before he gave

Celtics return home with chance to finish off reeling Sixers

Mon, 27 Apr 2026 19:40:27 GMT

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The Boston Celtics can close out the Eastern Conference first-round playoff series with the visiting Philadelphia 76ers in Game 5 on Tuesday night.After splitting two games in Boston, the second-seeded Celtics took a 3-1 lead in the best-of-seven series by beating the seventh-seeded 76ers twice in Philadelphia.'Played another about-as-bad-as-you-can-play game,' Philadelp

Phillies eager to end awful April on high note vs. Giants

Mon, 27 Apr 2026 18:25:07 GMT

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April will go down as a month that manager Rob Thomson and the Philadelphia Phillies would prefer to forget.

With 11 losses in their last 12 games and only nine victories on the season, the Phillies are desperate for a win Tuesday when they host the San Francisco Giants in the opener of a three-game set.

Philadelphia enters the week with a 9-19 record, matc

MLB roundup: Chad Tracy wins managerial debut as Red Sox top O's

Mon, 27 Apr 2026 03:40:33 GMT

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Willson Contreras hit a two-run home run and Connelly Early pitched into the seventh inning as the Boston Red Sox won in their first game after a surprising weekend managerial change, beating the host Baltimore Orioles 5-3.

With Chad Tracy serving as interim manager after Alex Cora's Saturday firing, Ceddanne Rafaela recorded an RBI triple and a double as the Re

Browns officially break ground on new Huntington Bank Field

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 22:02:05 GMT

The new enclosed stadium and Phase 1 of the mixed-use development are set to open in 2029

Kelsey Russo

The Haslam Sports Group (HSG) alongside a joint venture of AECOM Hunt and Turner Construction Company and HKS today announced the groundbreaking of the new Huntington Bank Field, the future home of the Cleveland Browns starting in the 2029 season. The groundbreaking ceremony held at the new site in Brook

Kendal Daniels' versatility fits what Falcons are building on defense

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 19:56:23 GMT

Daniels is a defensive chess piece that Atlanta can deploy as necessary.

Will McFadden

FLOWERY BRANCH, Ga. In an era where NFL offenses are seeking to fool their counterparts through personnel packages, intricate formations and pre-snap motions, the defensive side of the ball has sought to adapt.

The most successful defenses have done so by adding the most adaptable players to their roster. Across t

After 1-Year Return To Cardinals, Calais Campbell Heads To Ravens

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 16:14:19 GMT

Reunion in Arizona was impressive as popular D-lineman posted 6.5 sacks

Darren Urban

Calais Campbell just wanted to be able to make his own decision.

"I've always tried to play well enough where I have a choice," the defensive lineman said late last season.

Campbell did that in his 18th NFL season, well enough that the veteran will play a 19th,albeit in Baltimorewith another of his former team

Lingering questions that remain for Falcons following 2026 NFL Draft

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 14:00:18 GMT

Atlanta welcomed six new players into the fold this past weekend. What have we learned about the Falcons roster construction and what it will mean for the fall?

Tori McElhaney

FLOWERY BRANCH, Ga. The Atlanta Falcons added six new players into the fold this past weekend with the NFL Draft to go along with the long list of free agents the organization had previously signed in March.

With each addition

All-around game, high-impact consistency defined Clay Matthews

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 14:00:00 GMT

Super Bowl-turning play just one moment in a great career

Cliff Christl

Clay Matthews

Inducted: 2024

Linebacker: 2009-18

Height: 6-3; Weight: 255

College: Southern Cal, 2005-08

Honors:

NFL All-Decade Team: 2000s

Associated Press All-Pro Team (chosen since 1940): 2010

Pro Bowl Selection (played from 1950-2022): 2009, '10, '11, '12, '14, '15

Eric DeCosta's Plan for Ravens' Starting Center Job

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 19:31:32 GMT

Clifton Brown

The Ravens' biggest need coming out of the 2026 draft is arguably the biggest need entering the draft center.

While Baltimore upgraded the interior of the line with first-round pick Vega Ioane, who will join veteran John Simpson to make a formidable duo at guard, the Ravens are still looking for a center to replace Tyler Linderbaum.

General Manager Eric DeCosta shared his perspective on

Magic Pick 84 and More | S.S. Mailbag

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 12:00:00 GMT

In our latest mailbag, Bucs fans have questions about Keionte Scott's draft slot, this year's international games, Lavonte David memories and more

Scott Smith

Last Friday night, on the second day of the 2026 NFL Draft, General Manager Jason Licht swung a trade with the Green Bay Packers, moving the Tampa Bay Buccaneers down from pick number 77 to number 84 in the middle of the third round. It was a drough

Falcons rookie jersey numbers revealed for 2026 draft class

Tue, 28 Apr 2026 15:00:32 GMT

See the jersey numbers for Avieon Terrell, Zachariah Branch and the rest of the Falcons' rookies.

Will McFadden

FLOWERY BRANCH, Ga. Their names have been called, and now their numbers have been assigned.

The Atlanta Falcons revealed the jersey numbers for their six draft picks on Tuesday. None of the players is carrying over his jersey number from college, so each player will be defined by a new dig

Nerdy Birds: 2026 Draft Class

Tue, 28 Apr 2026 13:00:06 GMT

Recapping the Falcons incoming rookie class.

Matt Haley

Day 2

Round 2 | No. 48 Overall | CB Avieon Terrell

Atlanta selected cornerback Avieon Terrell in the second round with the 48th overall pick. Terrell played in 39 games over three seasons (2023-25) at Clemson, totaling 125 tackles (90 solo), 25 passes defensed, eight forced fumbles, four sacks and three interceptions. He is a two-time

Electric Air Taxi Demonstration Links Manhattan and JFK

Tue, 28 Apr 2026 12:32:49 GMT

An all-electric aircraft has completed a series of demonstration flights between Manhattan and John F. Kennedy International Airport, marking a significant step toward the future of urban air mobility in the United States.

Operated by Joby Aviation, the aircraft is a piloted electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) vehicle capable of carrying up to five people. It lifts off like a helicopter before transitio

Why He Fits: Kendal Daniels grew into exactly what the Falcons needed

Mon, 27 Apr 2026 15:46:10 GMT

After adding 60 pounds through college and expanding his role each year, Daniels arrives in Atlanta as a true chess piece for defensive coordinator Jeff Ulbrich.

Tori McElhaney

FLOWERY BRANCH, Ga. For most of Kendal Daniels' young life, he was a tall, skinny safety. The build suited him through his introduction to football, his high school recruitment and his early years at Oklahoma State. But over time,

Feature: "Strangers in the Land" -- The New Yorker's Michael Luo on overlooked history of Chinese Americans

Mon, 27 Apr 2026 05:45:06 GMT

by Xinhua writer Yang Shilong

NEW YORK, April 27 (Xinhua) -- Michael Luo, executive editor of The New Yorker, steps from behind the editor's desk to revisit a long-overlooked chapter of American history in his debut book "Strangers in the Land: Exclusion, Belonging, and the Epic Story of the Chinese in America."

Longlisted for the National Book Critics Circle Award for Nonfiction, the book is more than an a

More Than Meaning- The Art of Translation - Arkansas News

Fri, 01 May 2026 21:05:13 GMT

More Than Meaning- The Art of Translation - Arkansas News

Senate passes bill creating long-term care insurance safeguards

Fri, 01 May 2026 11:04:04 GMT

Senate passes bill creating long-term care insurance safeguards

Royal Commission on Antisemitism and Social Cohesion interim report delivers 14 recommendations

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 22:39:33 GMT

Royal Commission on Antisemitism and Social Cohesion interim report delivers 14 recommendations

Rebel Wilson says social media posts are true during defamation trial cross-examination

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 22:38:00 GMT

Rebel Wilson says social media posts are true during defamation trial cross-examination

Chris Minns pressed on Great Western Highway crisis response - Bathurst, NSW

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 22:36:36 GMT

Chris Minns pressed on Great Western Highway crisis response - Bathurst, NSW

Part three of photos from the 2026 Bathurst Anzac Day Races - Bathurst, NSW

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 22:36:25 GMT

Part three of photos from the 2026 Bathurst Anzac Day Races - Bathurst, NSW

Regional Quarries Australia- Fined $300,000 after worker's death - Bathurst, NSW

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 22:35:52 GMT

Regional Quarries Australia- Fined $300,000 after worker's death - Bathurst, NSW

Emma Thompson stars in a new film made for an orchestral performance of Holsts The Planets

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 22:35:35 GMT

Emma Thompson stars in a new film made for an orchestral performance of Holsts The Planets

Headspace experts warn on youth turning to AI for mental health - Bathurst, NSW

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 22:35:23 GMT

Headspace experts warn on youth turning to AI for mental health - Bathurst, NSW

John Seaman warns Central West farms face concerning winter - Bathurst, NSW

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 22:35:05 GMT

John Seaman warns Central West farms face concerning winter - Bathurst, NSW

Youth volunteering crucial for regional community growth - Bathurst, NSW

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 22:34:54 GMT

Youth volunteering crucial for regional community growth - Bathurst, NSW

Bathurst's Dorothy "Dot" Russell celebrates her 101st birthday - Bathurst, NSW

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 22:34:42 GMT

Bathurst's Dorothy "Dot" Russell celebrates her 101st birthday - Bathurst, NSW

The home battery rebate is changing. Is it still worth it and what's the right size?

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 22:34:36 GMT

The home battery rebate is changing. Is it still worth it and what's the right size?

Narrandera residents fed up with murky tap water

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 22:34:21 GMT

Narrandera residents fed up with murky tap water

Bathurst Panthers' Blake Lawson keeps playing after third ACL injury - Bathurst, NSW

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 22:34:18 GMT

Bathurst Panthers' Blake Lawson keeps playing after third ACL injury - Bathurst, NSW

Great Western Highway- $21m spent over 20 years before closure - Bathurst, NSW

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 22:34:09 GMT

Great Western Highway- $21m spent over 20 years before closure - Bathurst, NSW

Parents of two children killed in Bowen Mountain house fire thank first responders and community

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 22:33:24 GMT

Parents of two children killed in Bowen Mountain house fire thank first responders and community

Extreme heat the most deadly yet preventable natural disaster, NSW Net Zero Commission says

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 22:33:13 GMT

Extreme heat the most deadly yet preventable natural disaster, NSW Net Zero Commission says

Eglinton man sentenced for threats, abuse towards bank employee - Bathurst, NSW

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 22:33:09 GMT

Eglinton man sentenced for threats, abuse towards bank employee - Bathurst, NSW

Kelso man fined $700 for pushing Bathurst security guard - Bathurst, NSW

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 22:32:42 GMT

Kelso man fined $700 for pushing Bathurst security guard - Bathurst, NSW

The Bondi royal commission interim report is careful but ultimately damning

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 22:32:36 GMT

The Bondi royal commission interim report is careful but ultimately damning

Orange greyhound track approval met with threat from GRNSW - Bathurst, NSW

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 22:31:48 GMT

Orange greyhound track approval met with threat from GRNSW - Bathurst, NSW

Once-safe Coalition seat Farrer now in sights of One Nation at by-election

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 22:31:43 GMT

Once-safe Coalition seat Farrer now in sights of One Nation at by-election

Queensland man James Lake-Kusviandy Blee on trial over Newcastle cocaine haul

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 22:31:37 GMT

Queensland man James Lake-Kusviandy Blee on trial over Newcastle cocaine haul