DeGrom's 0.71 ERA lowest through May since '64

In his eight starts, Jacob deGrom has allowed no runs three times, one run four times and three unearned runs in a game at Coors Field in April.

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Collapse complete: Leafs wilt in Game 7 to Habs

In yet another playoff loss that is "hard to put it into words," the Toronto Maple Leafs are left searching for answers after letting a 3-1 series lead slip by to the rival Montreal Canadiens Sunday night.

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Follow live: Top-seeded Jazz look to push Morant, Grizzlies to the brink in Game 4

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Fan runs onto court during 76ers-Wizards game

A fan ran onto the court and jumped up and touched the backboard during gameplay at Capital One Arena in the Philadelphia 76ers-Washington Wizards playoff game Monday night.

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Embiid ruled out with knee soreness after hard fall

Joel Embiid was forced to the locker room after a hard fall in the first quarter of Monday's game. He was ruled out at halftime.

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Follow live: Wizards look to perform magic at home and avoid a 76ers sweep

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NHL suspends Golden Knights' Reaves 2 games

The NHL's Department of Player Safety announced a two-game suspension for Vegas forward Ryan Reaves Monday, after his match penalty for attempting to injure an opponent during Game 1 vs. Colorado.

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Follow live: Maple Leafs, Canadiens face off in winner take all Game 7

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Former coach Zidane publicly blasts Real Madrid

Zinedine Zidane has written an open letter and blame a lack of "trust" and "messages leaked to the media" for his decision to leave Real Madrid.

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Swiatek opens title defense with birthday victory

Iga Swiatek celebrated her 20th birthday with a straight-sets win to begin her French Open title defense.

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76ers, Wizards play first game at venue with legal sportsbook

During an NBA playoff game in Washington, D.C., fans were able, for the first time, to bet at a legal sportsbook in the arena

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Memorial Day MLB standings check: Surprises, disappointments and who will rule from here

From last place in May to the World Series in October? Two 100-win teams in one division? Our MLB experts make sense of the season so far.

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Aaron Rodgers to the Broncos: What would it take?

Rodgers is unhappy and the Packers get significant salary-cap relief if they trade (or release) him after June 1. How the Broncos could make it work.

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From shooting jumpers to asking personal questions, Carson Wentz fitting in with Colts

The new Colts QB is embracing a fresh start in Indy, and his teammates are excited about having him around.

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NHL Playoffs Daily: Game 7 showdown for Maple Leafs, Canadiens

It comes down to this for Toronto and Montreal. Plus, get caught up on all of the other series.

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May MLB Quirkjians: A month of May, May and Mays, plus Anderson, Anderson and Anderson

Another month of did-that-really-happen stuff, from strikeouts and homers to the oddest name combinations you could possibly imagine.

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Transfer grades: Liverpool get an A for signing Ibrahima Konate

The summer transfer window is upon us. Here are the big deals and how we rate them, with Liverpool signing Ibrahima Konate from RB Leipzig.

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Premier League grades: Chelsea, Leeds, Man City top of class; Arsenal flounders

How did your favorite club grade out?

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BAL in numbers: J. Cole's stats, a kid champion, and winning margins

The inaugural Basketball Africa League came to an end on Sunday, with Zamalek of Egypt upsetting Tunisia's US Monastir. Here are a few relevant numbers to wrap up the tournament.

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Report: NHL ironing out Canada-US travel plans

An exemption that would let teams enter Canada for Stanley Cup playoff games without having to isolate for 14 days is being ironed out between the NHL and health officials, according to a report Sunday by The Canadian Press.

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DeBoer defends Vegas choice in net after 7-1 loss

Saying "there was a lot of rationale" to starting Robin Lehner over Marc-Andre Fleury in Game 1, Vegas coach Peter DeBoer and his Golden Knights will focus on evening the series with Colorado, rather than dwelling on the 7-1 loss.

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Larson gives Hendrick record win at Charlotte

Kyle Larson ended six years of struggles at Charlotte Motor Speedway, winning the Coca-Cola 600 in dominating fashion to give team owner Rick Hendrick a record-setting victory.

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Spotlight shines on two underrated aces, Woodruff and Gausman

The Brewers' Brandon Woodruff and the Giants' Kevin Gausman outpitched Max Scherzer and Clayton Kershaw on Sunday.

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Celtics fan appears to throw water bottle at Irving

"You're seeing a lot of old ways come up... just underlying racism and treating people like they're in a human zoo," Kyrie Irving said of the incident after the game.

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Argentina out as Copa America host due to virus

CONMEBOL has confirmed Argentina will not host the Copa America, throwing the future of the tournament into doubt just 13 days before kick off.

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Follow live: Clippers try to shake playoff woes in Game 4 against Mavericks

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'These shoulders were built for a reason': LeBron ready for challenge if AD can't go

After the Lakers lost Anthony Davis and Game 4, they face yet another hurdle. But LeBron isn't about to back down.

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Transfer Talk: Manchester City seek funds for Harry Kane, Jack Grealish moves

Manchester City are keen to bring in Harry Kane and Jack Grealish and are ready to offload players to raise funds. Transfer Talk has the latest.

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CP3 nixes plan to sit out game, leads Suns to win

Chris Paul talked coach Monty Williams out of his plan to sit his injured point guard in Game 4 and responded with 18 points and nine assists in a series-tying victory.

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Young, Hawks cruise, know 'toughest' win awaits

Trae Young and the Atlanta Hawks cruised past the New York Knicks on Sunday to take a 3-1 series lead, but the star guard knows "the last one to get is going to be the toughest."

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Helio Castroneves' win makes it an Indy 500 4-for-4 club

Few expected Castroneves to join the list of four-time winners at Indy, but it came as no surprise to him.

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Fined Osaka may face French default for silence

Second-seeded Naomi Osaka has been fined $15,000 and could face more extreme punishment, including default of the tournament, if she continues to avoid speaking to the media.

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Naomi Osaka lets her play do the talking in first French Open match

While Naomi Osaka says she has no room in her head for doubt, she left little doubt she came to Paris to win.

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Daniil Medvedev, long tortured by clay, is projecting new confidence on the surface

Medvedev has four losses in four visits to Roland Garros, but the world No. 2 says, "I feel amazing."

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'He completed our family': How a cardboard cutout kept Alex Cobb's promise to a fallen soldier's son

Back in 2013, MLB pitcher Alex Cobb had a chance encounter with a military family who had gone through inexplicable loss. The meeting formed an unbreakable bond, one that has overcome grief, distance and, thanks to a pair of cardboard cutouts, a pandemic.

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Chelsea's ruthlessness pays off with second Champions League title

From day one, Thomas Tuchel accepted Chelsea's hire-and-fire culture, and it's brought him and owner Roman Abramovich club soccer's ultimate prize.

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NHL Playoffs Daily: Avalanche, Golden Knights begin showdown

The West and Central Divisions begin Round 2 on Sunday, while we're headed to a Game 7 between the Leafs and Canadiens on Monday.

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2021 Indianapolis 500: Row-by-row race preview

A look at the 33 drivers -- in starting order -- who will take the green flag in Sunday's 105th running of the Indianapolis 500.

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Euro U21 players to watch in knockouts: Camavinga, Wirtz and more

The UEFA European Under-21 Championship knockout rounds start on May 31 (watch LIVE on ESPN3 and ESPNU), here are some players to keep an eye on.

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KDB fractured nose, eye socket in UCL loss

Kevin De Bruyne is in danger of missing the start of Belgium's Euro 2020 campaign after sustaining a fracture to his nose.

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Motorcyclist Dupasquier dies after Moto3 crash

Swiss motorcycle rider Jason Dupasquier has died following a crash during Moto3 qualifying for the Italian Grand Prix. He was 19.

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Error-prone Osaka wins, speaks to French crowd

Naomi Osaka overcame 35 unforced errors to pull out a straight-set win in the first round of the French Open.

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Weighing Philadelphia Eagles' trade options, from Zach Ertz to Julio Jones

General manager Howie Roseman is certainly no stranger to making trades, so ESPN's Tim McManus lays out the scenarios that make the most sense.

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Four trade fits for Julio Jones: Which of our NFL reporters' simulated offers was accepted?

Our NFL Nation reporters simulate the market.

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Conley: Win in Memphis, playing Morant 'surreal'

Mike Conley, who spent 12 seasons with the Memphis Grizzlies, called it a "surreal" experience to face his former team and its new young point guard, Ja Morant, in a road playoff game.

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Haney retains belt in strong but flawed showing

Devin Haney's strong performance in his unanimous decision victory over Jorge Linares was marred late after a big right hand in the 10th round left Haney on his heels the rest of the way.

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Can Devin Haney beat the top lightweights in the division? What now for Jorge Linares?

Devin Haney defended his title against Jorge Linares, but did Haney do enough to establish himself as a top fighter at 135 pounds?

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Pastrnak's hat trick fuels frenzied fans in Boston

David Pastrnak notched his second career playoff hat trick, further fueling a frenzied TD Garden crowd, as the Bruins defeated the Islanders in Game 1 Saturday night.

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Are the 2021 Rockies the worst offensive team in modern baseball history?

Altitude in play or not, the numbers are the numbers, and so far the Rockies are shaping up as one of the worst hitting teams ever.

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Braves' Ozuna arrested on felony assault charge

Major League Baseball is expected to open an investigation into Marcell Ozuna, sources told ESPN on Saturday, following his arrest in Georgia on aggravated assault strangulation and misdemeanor battery -- family violence charges.

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Embiid cruises to 36 points as 76ers crush Wiz

Joel Embiid posted a playoff career high of 36 points while shooting 14-of-18 from the field in the 76ers' dominant win over the Wizards on Saturday.

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Malone: Nuggets 'played soft' in loss to Blazers

Michael Malone said Denver's starting unit played "awful" after a blowout loss to Portland on Saturday that tied the series at 2-2.

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Transfer Talk: Arsenal eye Kounde, Tapsoba to revamp defence

Arsenal are on the hunt for two centre-backs after an underwhelming season saw them finish 8th in the Premier League. Transfer Talk has the latest.

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French Open experts' picks: Nadal man to beat; Gauff ready for Slam run

Rafael Nadal cruising to a record 14th French Open crown seems inevitable, but who will win the women's title?

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Twins' Donaldson scores majors' 2 millionth run

The Twins' Josh Donaldson scored the 2 millionth run in major league history Saturday, trotting home in the first inning on a ground-rule double by Nelson Cruz.

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Chelsea beat Man City, claim Champions League glory: How social media reacted

It wasn't to be for Pep Guardiola or Manchester City as they lost to Chelsea in the Champions League final. Here's how it went on social media.

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Pulisic first American to play in men's UCL final

Christian Pulisic made history on Saturday night as he became the first U.S. male to play in a Champions League final.

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Follow live: Trail Blazers looking to flip the script against Jokic, Nuggets

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Follow live: Manchester City and Chelsea face off in an all-English Champions League final

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Follow live: Bucks aim to complete sweep of Heat in Game 4

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Jazz great Mark Eaton, 64, dies after bike crash

Mark Eaton, a two-time NBA Defensive Player of the Year who played all 11 seasons with the Utah Jazz and had his number retired by the franchise, has died at the age of 64.

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Rockies SS Story lands on IL with elbow issue

The Rockies have placed shortstop Trevor Story on the 10-day injured list with right elbow inflammation and activated Matt Adams from IL.

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Transfer Talk: Inter's Hakimi on Paris Saint-Germain's radar

Achraf Hakimi only just joined Inter Milan, but he's attracting interest from PSG ahead of the summer window. Transfer Talk is LIVE with the latest.

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Finally, Roger Penske gets first 'real' Indianapolis 500 as the man in charge

Roger Penske took over the Indianapolis Motor Speedway in January 2020, only to see the pandemic postpone the Indy 500 from May to August, without fans or fanfare. Now, "The Captain" is ready for his first May race as the boss.

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De Ligt opts out of COVID jab: 'Not mandatory'

Matthijs de Ligt says he opted not to take a coronavirus shot because he wants to be "in charge" of his body.

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Noel Gallagher loves Man City, but Champions League final will be no fun

Noel Gallagher is a superstar, just like the Man City team he's loved his entire life. Just don't ask him how he's feeling when City are playing.

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How lightweight hopeful Clay Collard turned the PFL on its head

No more a long shot, Clay Collard plans to keep punching his way to PFL's $1 million prize.

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NHL Playoffs Daily: Round 2 begins; Leafs look to close out the Canadiens

The great overlapping playoffs of 2021 continue, as it's Game 6 of Toronto-Montreal along with Game 1 of Boston-New York on Saturday.

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Kawhi, PG rise to challenge, rally Clips in Dallas

In a performance that might have saved the LA Clippers' season, Kawhi Leonard and Paul George combined to score 65 points in a 118-108 win over the Mavericks in Game 3.

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Pujols robbed of walk-off HR; Giants win in 10

Mike Tauchman reached over the left-field wall to rob Albert Pujols of a walk-off homer, and the San Francisco Giants went on to beat the Dodgers 8-5 in 10 innings.

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Tatum's latest 50 takes focus off Kyrie, lifts Celts

Jayson Tatum scored 50 points for the fourth time in two months to carry the Celtics past the Nets in Game 3 on a night Kyrie Irving made his first appearance in Boston since leaving in free agency two years ago.

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Young dishes 14 assists; Hawks take series lead

Trae Young, who drew on the ire of Knicks fans on the road in the first two games in this series, was energized by Hawks fans as he led Atlanta to a Game 3 victory on Friday.

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Ja reflects on fan incident; Snyder apologizes

Grizzlies star Ja Morant said it "bothered" him when he learned about the vulgar, racist remarks directed at his family by three Jazz fans. Utah coach Quin Snyder publicly apologized to Morant's family for the incident.

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Yanks' Urshela awarded walk after only 3 balls

Gio Urshela tossed his bat aside after taking ball three and headed to first. Nobody from the Tigers appeared to argue.

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Celtics' Brown: Racism is bigger than basketball

Jaylen Brown addressed several topics on Friday, including the recent discussion of racism in Boston and why he feels issues like systematic racism are bigger than basketball.

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Report: Jays investigating new Alomar allegation

The Toronto Blue Jays have opened an investigation into a second allegation of sexual misconduct against Roberto Alomar, according to a report.

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Follow live: Wild, Golden Knights square off in decisive Game 7

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Tests for Jets' Zach Wilson: Mastering offense and 'aggressive' drivers

Born, raised and schooled in Utah, Zach Wilson is getting a crash course in New York/New Jersey culture.

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What's the latest on Deshaun Watson? Texans aren't tipping their hand

Texans ownership has denied being "Patriots South," but like their counterparts to the East, they are playing things close to the vest.

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After a lifetime spent preparing, Jocelyn Alo's moment is here

Jocelyn Alo is the best hitter in college softball -- maybe ever. But before she could take the Sooners to the brink of another WCWS, she needed to take a break from the game altogether.

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The state of the KHL: Busting myths, international expansion, crossover NHL events, more

As the Stanley Cup playoffs proceed in North America, we check in on the status of the Russia-based pro league.

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A.J. Foyt, Mario Andretti, Rick Mears ... will Scott Dixon be an Indy 500 legend?

Scott Dixon raced to victory in the 2008 Indianapolis 500 and has finished second three times. But this year's pole sitter isn't bitter about his near misses -- he's thankful just to be there.

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WTA open to press boycott dialogue with Osaka

The WTA said it would welcome dialogue with world No. 2 Naomi Osaka over her decision to boycott news conferences at this year's French Open.

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NHL Playoffs Daily: Showdown in Vegas for Golden Knights, Wild

With the Hurricanes on to Round 2 after an overtime thriller Thursday, the Knights and Wild look to join them on Friday. Get caught up here.

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Man City vs. Chelsea is just latest Champions League final 'derby'

There have been seven Champions League finals pitting domestic rivals against each other.

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Why it's unlikely that Kane will leave Tottenham

It's all about leverage -- in business, in sports, in life. And when it comes to Harry Kane and a move away from Spurs, he simply has very little.

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Real Madrid Keep or Dump: Ramos, Varane, Hazard to go? Bale to stay?

Real Madrid's ageing squad needs a refresh and Sergio Ramos may leave, with David Alaba arriving.

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LeBron, AD get tough as Lakers regain groove

Behind LeBron James and Anthony Davis' dominance, the Los Angeles Lakers looked like title contenders for the first time in a while, routing the Suns 109-95 in Game 3.

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'It is what it is': Playoff injuries haunt Chris Paul vs. Lakers

With the Suns down 2-1 and CP3 hurting again, the future Hall of Famer is staring at another painful postseason.

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Rivers steals show in 4th, carries Nuggets to win

With the score tied at 91, it was Austin Rivers, not Damian Lillard, who owned crunch time, hitting four 3-pointers in the final six minutes to lift the Denver Nuggets in Game 3.

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Follow live: Lakers, Suns square off in pivotal Game 3

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OU AD 'disappointed' over early kickoff vs. Neb.

Oklahoma AD Joe Castiglione said the Sooners are "bitterly disappointed" the renewal of their rivalry with Nebraska is set for an early kickoff rather than "a more traditional time that would honor this game."

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Ja's dad: Banned Jazz fans went beyond heckling

The father of Memphis Grizzlies star Ja Morant said three fans, who have since been banned by the Utah Jazz, made vulgar and racist remarks to him and his wife during Wednesday's Game 2 at Vivint Arena.

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Report: Neymar, Nike '20 split tied to investigation

Neymar split ways with Nike last year after an investigation into an alleged sexual assault of an employee, according to the Wall Street Journal.

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Ohtani waylaid by traffic, scratched from start

An accident on the Bay Bridge caused Shohei Ohtani to arrive to Oakland too late to get ready for his start on Thursday. He will instead start on Saturday.

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Lefty shrugs off 73 at Colonial: 'I won the PGA'

Phil Mickelson, only four days after becoming the oldest winner of a golf major, was 10 strokes back after a 73, while Jordan Spieth and Sergio Garcia were tied for the lead after bogey-free rounds of 63.

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Follow live: Giannis, Bucks look to put Heat on brink of elimination

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Pats QB Jones' energy, 'swag' winning vets over

New England Patriots rookie QB Mac Jones, who went through his third voluntary organized team activity Thursday, has impressed his veteran teammates and coach Bill Belichick early on.

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Lue: Game 3 will show what Clippers made of

With his team down 2-0 in the series against the Mavericks, Ty Lue says Friday's Game 3 in Dallas "is going to show us ... who we are and what we are made of."

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'It really is a magic act': How Javy Baez pulled off a play you've never seen before

Chicago's baserunning magician was up to his tricks. But he was helped out by some brutal Pirates defense.

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Mets shut down Syndergaard, 'pray' for '21 return

Mets pitcher Noah Syndergaard, who is attempting to return from Tommy John surgery, has been shut down until after the All-Star break due to elbow inflammation, but there is no new damage to his UCL.

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Meet the women making motorsports history at the Indy 500

At the Indianapolis 500 on Sunday, all eyes will be on Paretta Autosport. Because for the first time in motorsports history, the driver, the owner, the front office and most of the pit crew will all be women.

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Biggest surprises of the 2021 WNBA season so far: The good, the bad, the injuries

Our panel breaks down the hits and misses of the season so far, as well as which players and absences are making the biggest impact across the WNBA.

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A pair of aces: Kumar Rocker, Jack Leiter lead Vanderbilt's quest for a repeat national title

Vanderbilt star pitchers Kumar Rocker and Jack Leiter couldn't be more different, but they share a friendship, work ethic and pursuit of perfection that they hope will lead the Commodores to another national championship.

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How a Tennessee town is reckoning with race after team's peaceful protest

As the country marks a year since the police murder of George Floyd triggered a national reckoning on race, the ETSU tempest raises sobering questions about whether the players' protest will bring lasting change or deeper division in Johnson City.

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Playing out Julio Jones' trade market: Four offers, intriguing returns and an accepted deal

Which teams might make offers for Julio Jones? Where could the Falcons receiver land? And what could Atlanta get in return? Our NFL Nation reporters simulate Jones' market.

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How Taylor Hall's prior career stops led to his 2021 renaissance with the Bruins

The winger was traded from the lowly Sabres to the contending Bruins, and has been electrifying this spring.

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MLB Power Rankings: There's a new No. 1 team on our list ... who is it?

The White Sox are no longer on top after a two-week stay. Now the question is which red-hot club took over their spot.

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Packers' Jordan Love shows signs of progress even without top receivers

The QB who ran what was left of the No. 1 offense during OTAs looked much different than the third-stringer who crawled through his rookie season.

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Sales Pitch discussion: Can anyone stop UCLA on Pac-12 recruiting trail?

ESPN's panel talks Pac-12 recruiting, including UCLA's run, changes at Arizona, and Oregon's uncommon transfer success.

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Hey MMA, it's time for a few changes

MMA is thriving, but that doesn't mean that a few changes to the industry couldn't help it continue to grow.

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NHL Playoffs Daily: Maple Leafs, Hurricanes look to advance on Thursday

The Islanders and Lightning earned their Round 2 tickets on Wednesday. Will two more teams join tonight? Get caught up here.

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Schalke's dramatic decline and remarkable relegation

Schalke's 2020-21 season was a disaster: they employed five coaches, won just three games and were relegated, resulting in fans attacking players.

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Ja downplays record night, earns Utah's respect

Ja Morant was in no mood to celebrate his franchise playoff record 47 points after Wednesday's Game 2 loss, but Utah's Donovan Mitchell and Rudy Gobert sang his praises, calling him a "gamer" who "doesn't stop coming."

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MSG roars in Knicks' first playoff win since '13

New York Knicks fans celebrated the team's first playoff win in more than eight years Wednesday night in a 101-92 victory over the Hawks in Game 2.

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Follow live: Jazz eye rebound in Game 2 after dropping opener to Grizzlies

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Hurt Russ held back as popcorn tossed amid exit

Wizards guard Russell Westbrook had to be held back by arena security staff after popcorn was dumped on his head while exiting Wednesday night's game in Philadelphia with a right ankle injury.

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Follow live: Hawks look to take control against Knicks in first-round series

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Shildt tossed, rips ump for 'policing' pitcher's hat

St. Louis Cardinals manager Mike Shildt was ejected for arguing after reliever Giovanny Gallegos was ordered to switch caps because umpires thought there was sunscreen on the bill.

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Yanks' Kluber (shoulder) out at least 2 months

The Yankees announced Wednesday that starter Corey Kluber will miss at least two months with a shoulder injury and that first baseman Luke Voit will also head to the injured list with a right oblique strain.

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Tony Hawk finally got recognized as Tony Hawk

Tony Hawk is notorious for encountering people who don't believe he is who he says he is ... but that all changed on Wednesday.

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Osaka to skip news conferences at French Open

Naomi Osaka announced in an Instagram post that she will sit out news conferences at the French Open, saying she feels her mental health is often disregarded when she partakes in one.

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Man United misses another opportunity to prove Solskjaer's progress

Ole Gunnar Solskjaer is still trophyless as Man United boss after Wednesday's Europa League final loss. Two years into the job, he needs to deliver.

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Major Japan newspaper calls to cancel Olympics

An editorial in Japan's Asahi Shimbun newspaper called for the Olympics to be canceled, saying "we cannot think it's rational to host" the Tokyo Games.

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Ederson wants to take penalty in Champions League final

The Manchester City goalie says he's "on the list" of penalty takers if the match goes to a shootout.

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UFC Real or Not: Are Derrick Lewis and Colby Covington certainties for title shots?

Heading into the summer, there are some big questions surrounding UFC titles in multiple divisions.

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Pound-for-pound rankings: A new No. 1, and a well-deserved debut in the top 10

Canelo Alvarez had another impressive performance that catapulted him to the top. But who else made the top 10 in ESPN's P4P rankings?

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'The real answers are in the mud': How Julius Randle became a Thibs Guy

Tom Thibodeau's work and grind are that of legend -- and controversy. And there's a fraternity of a few players who have a kinship with their coach: "Dudes who love to work."

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NHL Playoffs Daily: Penguins, Wild, Panthers face elimination

Three more teams could move ahead to Round 2 on Wednesday night. Here's where things stand in each first-round series.

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Who are the 21 best female players age 21 or under?

Welcome to the next generation of women's stars under the age of 21, as players from England and the United States dominate.

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How Chelsea, Man City dominated English football and why that will continue

Chelsea and Manchester City have reached the summit of European football, but there's so much more to their decade of success than lavish spending.

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Will Messi stay? Can Dembele, Coutinho, Pjanic raise funds?

Barcelona are in a dire financial situation. Extending Lionel Messi's contract is a priority but the club have other issues to address.

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Ferrari confirms Leclerc's crash led to driveshaft failure

The driveshaft hub failure that prevented pole-setter Charles Leclerc from starting his home Monaco Formula One Grand Prix on Sunday was a result of his crash in qualifying the day before, Ferrari said on Monday.

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Flurry warning: AD, LeBron propel Lakers to win

In danger of losing their lead, Anthony Davis and LeBron James take over in the closing minutes of Game 2 to lift the Lakers to a win and even the series.

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Clippers, in 0-2 hole to Mavs, say 'no concern'

The LA Clippers, who lost their fifth straight playoff game dating back to last postseason, said there's "no level of concern" despite heading to Dallas trailing 0-2 after Tuesday's 127-121 loss.

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The Lakers and Clippers are moving in opposite directions

Sharing the same time slot Tuesday, the Lakers did their part, but the Clippers are now facing a deep hole.

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Williams: Ailing CP3 'battled,' but had to pull him

Phoenix Suns coach Monty Williams said he limited Chris Paul to just seven minutes in the second half because Paul's right shoulder was clearly bothering him.

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Kyrie hopes Boston return free of 'subtle racism'

Prepared for what might be a rude reception in Boston when the first-round series shifts for Game 3, former Celtics guard Kyrie Irving and the Brooklyn Nets, up 2-0 already, are "just going to focus on what we can control."

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West umpires 5,376th game to set MLB record

Joe West broke the major league record for most games umpired on Tuesday night when he worked his 5,376th regular-season game.

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Follow live: LeBron, Lakers look to even series vs. Suns

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Yanks' Kluber exits start with shoulder tightness

New York Yankees starter Corey Kluber left after just three innings vs. the Toronto Blue Jays Tuesday -- his start following last week's no-hitter -- with what the team termed tightness in his right shoulder.

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Follow live: Durant, Nets seek 2-0 series lead over Celtics

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Knicks' Randle wins NBA Most Improved Player

Julius Randle of the New York Knicks was named the NBA's Most Improved Player on Tuesday night, easily beating Detroit's Jerami Grant and Denver's Michael Porter Jr. for the award.

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Indians' Plesac breaks thumb ripping off shirt

Indians right-hander Zach Plesac is headed for the inured list with a non-displaced fracture of his right thumb, an injury suffered "aggressively ripping off his shirt," manager Terry Francona said Tuesday.

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How Diana Taurasi's chest injury impacts the Phoenix Mercury

With Diana Taurasi sidelined, the Mercury might look to add backcourt depth, while Brittney Griner and Skylar Diggins-Smith shoulder bigger loads.

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Zach Plesac injuring himself taking off his shirt joins list of most bizarre recent sports injuries

Zach Plesac got injured while "aggressively taking off his shirt" ... which got us thinking about some other weird ways athletes have gotten hurt.

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This Cowboy ain't easy to love: Baseball's complicated relationship with Joe West

Joe West can be seen as a good umpire or a jerk. He is self-deprecating one minute and vindictive the next. He will put his arm around you as quickly as he will throw you out of a game. For 44 years, he's done it the only way that matters to him: his way.

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F1 will consider Monaco Grand Prix layout changes to improve racing

Formula One is willing to alter the circuit layout at the Monaco Grand Prix if there is a chance it will improve racing.

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Chung: Went public to bring 'information to light'

As Eugene Chung waits to talk to the NFL, he told ESPN's Michele Steele that he would not reveal who told him he was "not the right minority" and was "just bringing information to light."

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Why the Lynx occupy a unique spot in the fight for racial justice

Long before George Floyd's murder, and long before Minneapolis became the epicenter of America's racial reckoning, the Lynx have been channeling their grief into activism. They remain committed today.

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Why Boban is your favorite player's favorite player

He has never averaged more than 12 minutes a game, but Boban Marjanovic is one of the league's most beloved players -- and key to the locker room chemistry for the Mavs.

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NHL Playoffs Daily: Critical Game 5 matchup for Hurricanes, Predators

It's now a best-of-3 for Carolina and Nashville. Plus, we say goodbye to the Oilers. Get caught up on the first-round playoff series here.

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What you need to know about The Return of The Ultimate Fighter: Team Volkanovski vs. Team Ortega

Get to know the fighters and cast for the 29th season of The Ultimate Fighter and follow along, week by week.

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Trading for Tottenham's Harry Kane: Assessing what Chelsea, Man City and others could offer

Harry Kane is ready to leave Tottenham, but in a deflated transfer market, clubs will have to get creative in their plans to sign Spurs' talisman.

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Talles Magno to NYCFC is good, but don't compare him to Man City-bound Kayky

Magno and Kayky, both Brazilian talents, are promising players, but shouldn't be compared.

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Ronaldo Insta post raises doubts on Juve future

Cristiano Ronaldo has raised questions about his immediate future at Juventus with an Instagram post where he thanked fans.

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Germany hire ex-Bayern boss Flick as new coach

Germany have confirmed the appointment of Hansi Flick as their new manager, on a contract to 2024.

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Nuggets find answer to Lillard in 2nd half: Gordon

After Damian Lillard scored 32 points in the opening half on 9-for-16 shooting, the Nuggets coaching staff knew an adjustment was necessary. Enter Aaron Gordon, whose defense on Lillard in the second half helped Denver even the series with Portland.

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NBA coalition urges passage of George Floyd bill

On the eve of the one-year anniversary of George Floyd's murder, the NBA social justice coalition called on the U.S. Senate to pass the George Floyd Justice in Policing Act as a way to honor Floyd's memory and other victims of police brutality.

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Rodgers: Issue with Packers' philosophy, not Love

Aaron Rodgers wasn't upset about the Packers selecting Jordan Love in the draft, more about "a philosophy and maybe forgetting that it is about the people that make the thing go."

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PGA CEO apologizes for crowd control on 18

The CEO of the PGA of America apologized Monday for the poor crowd control as eventual winner Phil Mickelson and Brooks Koepka tried to complete the final round of the PGA Championship.

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Julio Jones wants out? Let the social media recruiting begin

NFL players hopped on Twitter and Instagram to try to lure the Falcons WR to their teams.

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Follow live: Blazers

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Clarkson tops Jazz teammate Ingles for Sixth Man

Jazz guard Jordan Clarkson was named the NBA's Sixth Man of the Year on Monday night, edging out teammate Joe Ingles and Knicks guard Derrick Rose for the award.

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U.S. warns against Japan travel ahead of Games

United States agencies warned Americans against travel to Japan because of a surge in coronavirus cases with the country preparing to host the Olympics in just two months.

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Vladimir Guerrero Jr.'s two home runs are just the latest in a breakout season

Guerrero is tied for the major league lead in home runs and leading in OPS -- and the best may be yet to come.

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Iowa: Star Bohannon was 'physically assaulted'

Iowa men's basketball star guard Jordan Bohannon was "physically assaulted" Sunday in an incident in Iowa City, the school said in a Monday release, and "is recovering well."

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La Russa: Cardinals-White Sox 'a different series'

Tony La Russa, the 76-year-old Hall of Fame manager of the Chicago White Sox, found himself in a strange spot Monday night: leading his club against the St. Louis Cardinals, the team he guided to a pair of World Series titles over 16 years.

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Marvelous Marvin Hagler's lasting impact

Fellow boxing legends and family recall what Marvelous Marvin Hagler meant to the world during a memorial service in Brockton, Massachusetts.

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Week 2 WNBA Power Rankings: Connecticut Sun take over the top spot

The Sun, the only unbeaten team in the league, have never won a WNBA title but now look like the early 2021 favorite. The Liberty climbed to No. 3.

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HS hoops powerhouses form elite national league

Six of the biggest high school basketball powerhouses, including Oak Hill Academy and Montverde Academy, are forming an elite national league set to begin in the 2021-22 season.

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David de Gea or Dean Henderson? Man United's No. 1 spot must be settled

Manchester United's XI for the Europa League final is set to resolve whether David de Gea or Dean Henderson will head for the exit this summer.

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NBA experts: Big Game 1 takeaways and what comes next

Every Game 1 is in the books. What outcomes and performances were most surprising? Which team is facing a must-win Game 2? Our NBA experts examine a thrilling weekend.

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Welcome to college football's new 'wild, wild West': The era of tampering

Tampering officially arrived in college football this offseason, leaving coaches to both lament the current state of the game -- and try to keep up.

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NHL Playoffs Daily: Wild, Panthers, Oilers face elimination on Monday

After two teams were knocked out Sunday, three more could join them Monday. Here's what you need to know on every series.

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Bottas' wheel nut still stuck to Mercedes car leaving Monaco

Mercedes will be unable to remove the front-right wheel nut from Valtteri Bottas' Monaco Grand Prix car until it returns to its UK factory this week.

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Veteran Ramos left off Spain's Euro 2020 roster

Sergio Ramos has been left out of Spain's European Championship 2020 squad by coach Luis Enrique.

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Grizz stifle Jazz behind 'unreal' night from Brooks

Dillon Brooks' energy set the tone for his Grizzlies teammates Sunday night as his 31-point performance fueled a Game 1 upset of the top-seeded Jazz.

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Five spectacular playoff debuts: Booker, Ayton, Young, Brooks and Morant

The bright lights and big stage didn't intimidate five young stars who excelled in their first playoff games Sunday.

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Young hits game-winner, silences Knicks' crowd

Trae Young added his name to the list of players with legendary moments at Madison Square Garden after hitting a game-winning floater that silenced the raucous Knicks crowd.

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AD takes 'full responsibility' for poor play in loss

Anthony Davis said he got lost in the Lakers' offense during Game 1 and promised to be better in Game 2 against the Suns.

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Don't look now, but the Los Angeles Dodgers are rolling

The Los Angeles Dodgers were struggling as of a few weeks ago -- but after seven straight wins and a sweep over the San Francisco Giants, they're looking like contenders again.

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Playoff fever returns to MSG -- until Trae Young stops it cold

The Knicks had Madison Square Garden rocking again, but the Hawks' star silenced the crowd.

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At 50, Mickelson still loves the chase and caught himself one more major championship

Phil Mickelson still loves golf. On Sunday, it loved him back as he became the oldest major champion in the sport's history.

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Mavericks' Kleber: Clips' staredown crossed line

Saying that this "is the playoffs, so I'm going to try to contest a shot," Dallas forward Maxi Kleber wasn't upset he gave up a dunk to LA's Kawhi Leonard in Game 1, but he wasn't pleased with the Clippers' reaction.

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Follow live: NBA-best Jazz take on upstart Grizzlies in Game 1

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Koepka irked by crowd, says injured knee was hit

Brooks Koepka said his injured right knee was "dinged" as fans engulfed Phil Mickelson in the 18th fairway at the Ocean Course.

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How Phil Mickelson stunned golf by becoming the oldest major champion

Phil Mickelson became the oldest major champion ever by winning the PGA Championship, a victory that offered one lasting glimpse at his golfing greatness.

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Phil, 50, wins PGA, becoming oldest major champ

Phil Mickelson captured his sixth major and by far the most surprising Sunday at the PGA Championship, becoming, at the age of 50, the oldest winner in major championship history.

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Elliott wins rain-shortened Cup debut in Austin

Chase Elliott raced to a short and slippery victory Sunday as rain spoiled the end of NASCAR's debut at the Circuit of the Americas, where drivers struggled to navigate the winding course in the first rain race in Cup Series history.

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Verstappen dominant as Mercedes, Ferrari drop the ball

Max Verstappen's flawless Monaco Grand Prix put him into the lead of the championship for the first time in his career, capitalising on horror shows for Ferrari and Mercedes to put Red Bull back on top for the first time since 2013.

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Forty-one years after leaving Purdue, 49ers' Keena Turner graduates with his daughter

The four-time Super Bowl champion and 49ers vice president got help from his entire family to complete the final two classes needed for his degree.

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NHL Playoffs Daily: Capitals, Blues on the brink

The Bruins and Avs can secure their tickets to Round 2 on Sunday. Get caught up on all eight series here.

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Why Kris Bryant could be the MVP of this summer's MLB trade deadline

A pending free agent playing like his old self again, Bryant could be the most coveted player available in July -- if his team decides to deal him.

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Suns GM 'geeked' to face ex-teammate LeBron

Phoenix Suns GM James Jones, who spent the last seven seasons of is playing career as a teammate of LeBron James, said he embraces the challenge of facing the Lakers in the first round of the playoffs.

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Blazers let Jokic score, limit playmaking in win

Nuggets star Nikola Jokic had 34 points but was held to one assist Saturday, part of the Blazers' plan of keeping him from getting his teammates involved in Portland's Game 1 victory.

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Nets' Big 3 erupts in 2nd half, wins playoff debut

The Nets' Big 3 of Kevin Durant, Kyrie Irving and James Harden started slow, then combined to score the first 22 points of the second half en route to a 104-93 Game 1 win over the Celtics.

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Taylor-Ramirez fallout: Rematch possibilities; could Taylor-Terence Crawford be next?

Josh Taylor has several promising options after becoming the undisputed junior welterweight champion.

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Still unbeaten, Taylor tops Ramirez in title fight

Josh Taylor improved to 18-0 on Saturday night, defeating Jose Ramirez en route to becoming only the sixth men's boxer to claim undisputed champion status in the four-belt era.

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Font bests Garbrandt in dominant decision win

Rob Font put on one of the best performances of his career, beating Cody Garbrandt in the bantamweight main event of UFC Fight Night on Saturday.

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When will the Clippers come into the spotlight?

LA is looking to prove itself after flopping in the playoffs last year. However, in Game 1, Luka Doncic shined.

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Takeaways: Font makes a statement; give Esparza the title shot

Rob Font may have been underrated before Saturday, but his win over Cody Garbrandt will open some eyes.

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21 die due to weather in China cross-country race

Twenty-one people running in a cross-country race in northwestern China have died after freezing rain and harsh winds hit the high-altitude track.

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Ink to paper: Fury, Wilder sign for trilogy fight

WBC heavyweight champion Tyson Fury and Deontay Wilder have both signed their contracts for the third bout in their heavyweight rivalry, with sources telling ESPN the fight will be on July 24.

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Biles completes unprecedented vault in return

Simone Biles continued her quest to push the boundaries of what's possible by a female gymnast by becoming the first to complete a Yurchenko double pike vault in competition.

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Fan favorite Felder, 37, retiring from MMA

Paul Felder, still ranked No. 9 among UFC lightweights, said he didn't see a direct path to a championship in his near future.

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Doncic's triple-double puts Mavs 1-0 up on Clips

Mavericks star Luka Doncic had 31 points, 10 rebounds and 11 assists as his third career playoff triple-double lifted the Mavericks to a 113-103 win over the Clippers.

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Phil Mickelson and the wild ride that could end in major championship history

His Saturday at the PGA Championship was anything but boring. Still, through it all, he leads by 1 shot. Thirty years after his first win, can he get perhaps his most stunning?

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Kazmir, 37, makes 1st MLB appearance since '16

The Giants called up 37-year-old Scott Kazmir from Triple-A Sacramento to make his first big league appearance since 2016 on Saturday, when he started against the Dodgers.

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Middleton plays hero in OT as Bucks take Game 1

Khris Middleton drained a tiebreaking fadeaway jumper with 0.5 seconds left in overtime, lifting the Bucks to a 109-107 win over the Heat in Game 1 of their first-round series.

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Stoneman Douglas HS claims Fla. baseball title

Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School has another Florida state baseball championship to celebrate after defeating Spruce Creek High 5-1 to claim the Class 7A crown.

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Breaking down everyone with a shot to win the PGA Championship

The leaderboard is suddenly crowded. A look at the contenders and what they think of their chances.

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Mickelson holds lead at PGA with Koepka lurking

Phil Mickelson shot a 70 on Saturday and was at 7-under 209 for the tournament as he heads into Sunday looking for his sixth career major.

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Jose Ramirez vs. Josh Taylor live results and analysis

Jose Ramirez takes on Josh Taylor for the junior welterweight undisputed championship. Follow live.

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About face: Vaccinated NBA coaches can unmask

Just in time for the playoffs, the NBA told its head coaches Saturday they may work without masks during games if they have been fully vaccinated against the coronavirus.

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Employee No. 20,000: M's C makes MLB history

Mariners backup catcher Jose Godoy made history on Friday, as he became the 20,000th player to make his MLB debut.

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Bayern's Lewandowski sets Bundesliga goal mark

Robert Lewandowski has set a new Bundesliga record for goals scored in a single season, breaking a 49-year-old record held by Gerd Muller.

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Pole-sitter Leclerc brushes off suggestion he crashed deliberately at end of qualifying

Carles Leclerc has brushed off any suggestion he crashed deliberately at the end of qualifying for the Monaco Grand Prix.

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Justin Hollywood? Chargers' Justin Herbert shows Peyton Manning-like commercial flair

Herbert may be soft-spoken on the field, but he showed a funny side in a set of commercials that is reminiscent of a certain Hall of Fame quarterback.

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NCAA softball tournament: Breaking down the top teams and players

Ahead of Sunday's selection show (9 p.m. ET, ESPN2 and ESPN App), these are stats and stars behind the teams worth keeping track of as the tournament unfolds over the next few weeks.

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NHL Playoffs Daily: Maple Leafs try to rally after Tavares injury

All-day playoff hockey is back on Saturday! Here's everything you need to know about all eight postseason matchups.

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Premier League Worst XI: Arsenal, Van de Beek, Lloris underwhelm

Arsenal have had a season to forget, as evidenced by their senior trio making Ian Darke's Premier League worst XI. Who else joined them?

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NBA: LeBron violated protocol by attending event

Lakers star LeBron James' attendance at a promotional event this week was a violation of the league's health and safety protocols, and the NBA said the violation has been addressed with the team.

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Green: Warriors 'a ways away' from contending

Warriors forward Draymond Green said the team is "a ways away" from title contention after Friday's play-in loss, but coach Steve Kerr said the season was "something to build on."

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Bauer eggs on booing SF fans: 'It just feeds me'

Dodgers starter Trevor Bauer embraced the boos from the Oracle Park crowd during Friday night's game, saying, "They're gonna hate me anyway, so might as well lean into it."

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Social media responds to Ja Morant's heroics

LeBron James was among those who took notice of the Grizzlies star's electric performance.

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Everything you need to know about the 16 teams in the mix

The NBA playoffs are here! Here's a complete preview of all 16 teams competing in the first round.

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Ja, Grizz into playoffs after ousting Warriors in OT

Ja Morant hit several clutch baskets on his way to a 35-point performance that helped oust the Warriors and Steph Curry and sent the Grizzlies into the playoffs.

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Braves' 7-HR game with 2 slams makes history

The Atlanta Braves became the first team in major league history to have seven or more homers in a game that included two grand slams, pulling the feat Friday night in a 20-1 rout of the Pirates.

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Cyborg punishes Smith in 5th-round stoppage

It was a longer fight than Cris Cyborg is used to, but she still dominated Leslie Smith in their rematch Friday night, winning by TKO in Round 5 to defend her Bellator women's featherweight title.

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Real or Not: Is Embiid the ultimate mismatch? Can Lakers flip the switch?

Are the higher seeds in trouble? Can the Lakers advance? Our NBA experts take on the biggest themes heading into the opening round.

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Strasburg pitches into 6th, notches win in return

Stephen Strasburg pitched into the sixth inning in his return from the injured list, allowing just one hit as the Washington Nationals defeated the Baltimore Orioles 4-2 on Friday night.

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Avs' Kadri suspended 8 games for illegal check

Nazem Kadri was suspended eight playoff games for a "high, forceful check" to the head of Blues defenseman Justin Faulk during Game 2.

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LeBron: Familiarity with pal CP3 helps in matchup

LeBron James said his familiarity with good friend Chris Paul's fierce competitiveness and "out-of-this-world IQ" will help as the Lakers prepare for the Suns in their first-round playoff series.

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Can Phil Mickelson really win this PGA Championship?

He's halfway there, sitting tied atop the leaderboard through 36 holes. If he thinks he can, he wasn't telling anybody. But those who watched him for two days are believers.

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Raptors fan Nav Bhatia joins Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame

Nav Bhatia, also known as the Superfan, became the first fan to join the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame.

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Can Manny Pacquiao defeat Errol Spence Jr.? What does this fight mean for Terence Crawford?

Manny Pacquiao will face Errol Spence Jr in August; can he beat him? Is this a good fight for Spence? Is Terence Crawford the odd man out -- again?

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The circus has left town: Ramirez-Taylor is how boxing is supposed to be

Jose Ramirez and Josh Taylor will offer a showcase of the best in the world, which is exactly what boxing needs in 2021.

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Boxing gets it right with undisputed bout between Ramirez and Taylor

Jose Ramirez and Josh Taylor punched their way to the fight for an undisputed championship.

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Premier League's greatest finales: 'Agueroooo,' Fergie's 10-goal salute, Lasagne-gate

With the end of the 2020-21 Premier League season upon us, here are some of the most memorable and dramatic final days from years gone by.

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Hamilton says F1 is now a 'billionaire boys' club'

Lewis Hamilton says his journey from working class to Formula One superstar would be impossible today as the sport has become a "billionaire boys club".

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Stoglin becomes first BAL player to score 40 points in AS Sale win

Terrell Stoglin became the first player to score 40 points in the Basketball Africa League (BAL), helping AS Sale fight back from a 16-point deficit to beat AS Police 88-79 on Thursday.

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Messi to miss Barcelona's final league game

Barcelona has given Messi permission to miss the game against Eibar and have time off before Copa America

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Premier League best XI: Man City dominate; Kane over Salah

Man City won a third Premier League title in four years, so no wonder they dominate Ian Darke's best XI of the 2020-21 season. Who else joined them?

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In Atletico-Real title fight, every moment has mattered

Come Saturday night, one of Atletico Madrid or Real Madrid will be champions.

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Westbrook delivers on vow, leads Wiz to playoffs

Russell Westbrook told the Wizards midseason they would make the playoffs. On Thursday, he delivered on his vow.

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Former Pirate guilty of statutory sexual assault

Former Pirates closer Felipe Vazquez was found guilty Thursday of statutory sexual assault, sexual abuse of children and child pornography, among other charges.

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Pujols hits first HR with Dodgers, 668th of career

Albert Pujols hit a two-run homer to right field in the second inning against the Diamondbacks on Thursday night, his first with the Dodgers.

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Colombia out as host weeks before Copa America

The 2021 Copa America won't feature games in Colombia after CONMEBOL decided to move games away from the country after a wave of civil unrest.

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PG: 'Big difference' in mindset now vs. in bubble

LA Clippers star Paul George, who said he had bouts of depression while living in the Orlando bubble last season, said it has been easier this year because he can "live a normal life."

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Can Phil Mickelson keep this going and other big things to know for Round 2

Mickelson and Corey Conners got off to a strong start, while Rory McIlroy struggled. We get you set for Friday.

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Will Deontay Wilder solve Tyson Fury in the trilogy fight? Where does Anthony Joshua go from here?

Our ESPN boxing panel discusses the Fury-Wilder 3 fight, what Wilder can do differently to emerge victorious, and the next step for Anthony Joshua.

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Sources: Wilder, Fury verbally agree to July fight

Tyson Fury and Deontay Wilder have verbally agreed to terms on a third fight, multiple sources confirmed to ESPN.

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Conners leads by 2 shots after 1st round at PGA

Corey Conners leads by two shots over a half-dozen players after the first round of the PGA Championship.

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Leafs' Tavares hospitalized after scary hit to face

Maple Leafs captain John Tavares was carted off the ice and taken to a local hospital after taking a knee to the face as he was falling in Thursday's Game 1 against Montreal.

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The Ocean Course, not the players, will control this PGA Championship

The look on the players' face as they walked off the Ocean Course told the story. This PGA Championship won't be easy. And if you take even a second off, trouble is coming.

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Breaking down the historic seasons of Vanderbilt's Jack Leiter and Kumar Rocker

Follow Vanderbilt's unstoppable superstar pitchers as they put together historic seasons.

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Jokic, Curry, Embiid named finalists for MVP

Nikola Jokic or Joel Embiid would become the first centers since Shaquille O'Neal in 2000 to win MVP while Stephen Curry would become one of the nine players in history to win the award three times.

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Knicks sell out 15K seats for first 2 playoff games

The Knicks have sold out the 15,000 seats available for Games 1 and 2 against the Hawks -- a reduced capacity for MSG, but the largest crowd of the postseason so far.

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Follow live: Wizards, Pacers face off in bid to secure No. 8 seed in Eastern Conference

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Bayern keep or dump: Coman and Sule could go as Nagelsmann rebuilds

While Bayern has a new manager, who should they consider this summer as they rebuild?

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AB still must pass physical before signing deal

Antonio Brown has not yet signed his 1-year deal with the Bucs because he still needs to pass a physical after recently undergoing a knee scope.

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Bellator 259: Cris Cyborg putting boxing on hold as MMA title defense keeps her busy

Cyborg puts her Bellator featherweight title on the line in a rematch with Leslie Smith on Friday.

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McLaren's stunning Gulf livery makes track debut

McLaren rolled out its striking blue and orange Gulf livery on Thursday ahead of the Monaco Grand Prix, a one-off look designed especially for F1's showpiece event this weekend.

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Source: Tebow signs 1-year deal with Jags as TE

Tim Tebow signed a one-year deal with the Jacksonville Jaguars on Thursday as a tight end, a source told ESPN's Adam Schefter, re-uniting him with Urban Meyer, his former head coach at the University of Florida.

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Angry Blues say Kadri deserves ban for Faulk hit

The Blues said Avs center Nazem Kadri should be suspended by the NHL after his "dangerous hit" on Justin Faulk in Wednesday's Game 2.

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MLB Power Rankings Week 7: Can anyone catch the White Sox at the top?

The Chicago White Sox are showing why they captured our No. 1 spot, but they aren't the only team on a roll in Week 7.

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NHL Playoffs Daily: Leafs, Habs finally ready for battle

Our final Game 1 of the first round is Thursday night in Toronto. Get caught up on all eight series here.

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100 days to college football: From tailbacks to tailgates, here's everything we're excited for

Our college football writers discuss what they're anxiously awaiting this fall -- and why it's more than just the game itself.

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Former NBA star Metta World Peace talks mental health and therapy

Former NBA star Metta World Peace discusses his mental health journey, the importance of therapy and the necessity of mental health resources at every level of the game.

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Sales Pitch discussion: What's behind the Big Ten's national championship drought?

Our panel discusses whether the Big Ten's title issues are rooted in recruiting, and other finer points along the B1G trail.

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Maradona case: Seven charged with homicide

Seven medical professionals have been charged with "simple homicide with eventual intent" in the death of Diego Maradona.

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Curry on loss: We'll 'come out swinging' vs. Grizz

Despite a tough loss to the Lakers, Warriors star Stephen Curry said he is confident his team will bounce back in Friday's do-or-die game against the Grizzlies because "we've been there."

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The Lakers took the Warriors' best punch and advanced

LeBron James and the Lakers overcame the Warriors and Steph Curry's 37 points in the fight for the No. 7 seed.

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LeBron delivers in clutch as Lakers take 7th seed

LeBron James drained the go-ahead 3 in the final minute and posted a triple-double as the Lakers edged past the Warriors 103-100 to claim the 7th seed in the playoffs.

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What Kluber's no-hitter might mean for the Yankees

If Corey Kluber is back to his old self after Wednesday's no-no, New York might fulfill its lofty expectations.

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'Fired up' Grizzlies advance, end Spurs' season

The Grizzlies will next face the loser of the Warriors-Lakers game for the eighth seed in the playoffs.

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Keeper-less River secure memorable Copa Libertadores win

Ravaged by the coronavirus, River Plate had no substitutes or a specialist keeper available on Wednesday -- yet they still managed to win.

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Yanks' Kluber throws MLB's 6th no-hitter in 2021

Corey Kluber struck out nine in the 2-0 win against the Rangers on Wednesday. He threw 101 pitches in the Yankees' first no-hitter since 1999.

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Ravens' 'Hollywood' Brown makes elite number change switching to Flacco's old number

The Baltimore Ravens haven't retired any uniform numbers. There are a few that don't get worn, including Ray Lewis' No. 52 and Ed Reed's No. 20. That unwritten rule doesn't seem to apply to the player who was the MVP in the team's last Super Bowl win.

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Jake Paul has deal with Showtime, adviser says

Jake Paul has a deal in place for his next boxing match to be promoted by Showtime Sports, his adviser told ESPN on Wednesday.

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Driskel joining Texans' QB group on 1-year deal

Quarterback Jeff Driskel, who spent last season with the Broncos, signed a one-year deal with the Houston Texans worth up to $2.5 million, according to his agents.

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Harden 'all about winning,' not stuffing stat sheet

Approaching the Nets' first game of the playoffs, James Harden said on Wednesday that "my impact doesn't have to show up on the stat sheet for us to win."

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A promise kept: Philadelphia Eagles rookie honors late brother by making it to NFL

In 2008, Tarron Jackson made a vow to his dying older brother. And through football, the Eagles' sixth-round draft pick has kept Daron Jackson's spirit alive.

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How the 'K' became the most destructive letter in Major League Baseball

Pitchers are chasing K's. Hitters are OK with striking out. So what's the big deal? It's destroying the sport.

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Suarez cleared for UFC return, eyes flyweight

Tatiana Suarez, who has been out with a neck issue since June 2019, told ESPN's Ariel Helwani she is targeting a return to the UFC in September and plans to try her hand at the 125-pound division.

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Who has a shot and who has no chance to win the PGA Championship

The Ocean Course at Kiawah Island is difficult -- and could get even more difficult if the wind blows. So who has what it takes? Who could stun everyone? Who should just be happy to be on property?

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Ready to be undisputed: Jose Ramirez and Josh Taylor reflect on their journey to boxing history

Jose Ramirez and Josh Taylor recall their path to Saturday's meeting for the undisputed junior welterweight championship.

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Charles Oliveira rises at lightweight; three fighters join top 10s

Oliveira moves up, as do Jiri Prochazka, Beneil Dariush and trio of new entries to ESPN divisional rankings.

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Saudi Arabia pitches soccer WC every 2 years

Saudi Arabia's football federation has formally asked FIFA to look at staging biennial World Cups for men and women.

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Collin Morikawa's run to a PGA Championship started at $80 an hour

The defending champion has had the same coach since age 8, when he first showed up and paid the going rate.

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ESPN predictions on who'll win the 2021 PGA Championship

Our experts weighed in with a range of choices.

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NHL Playoffs Daily: Game 3 showdown for Capitals, Bruins

Wednesday brings us a pivotal Game 3 in Boston, and the Canadian teams finally join the fun.

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What our experts are looking forward to in Warriors-Lakers

What should we expect when LeBron James and Stephen Curry clash with a playoff spot on the line?

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Juventus, Inter, AC Milan among Serie A's all-time best and worst kits

Italy, one of the fashion capitals of the world, has produced some of the best kits ever seen, but there have also been some real design disasters.

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Norris signs multi-year McLaren extension

Lando Norris has signed a multi-year contract extension to remain with McLaren, keeping him alongside Daniel Ricciardo for 2022.

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Tatum lifts Celts to 7th seed with 50-point night

In a scintillating all-around performance, Jayson Tatum went off for 50 points as the Celtics beat the Wizards 118-100 on Tuesday night to claim the No. 7 seed in the playoffs.

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Turnbull shuts down M's for MLB's fifth no-hitter

Detroit's Spencer Turnbull dominated the Mariners' offense Tuesday night for the fifth no-hitter of the MLB season.

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The Celtics still have Jayson Tatum, but will it be enough to beat the Nets?

Tatum's 50 points in a win over the Wizards propelled Boston to a tough upcoming matchup vs. Brooklyn.

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Follow live: Will Celtics right the ship against Wizards in play-in tournament?

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Ionescu youngest to record WNBA triple-double

In only her sixth WNBA game, Sabrina Ionescu had the first triple-double of her pro career -- and first in franchise history -- to lead New York to an 86-75 win over the Minnesota Lynx on Tuesday, giving the Liberty their first 3-0 start in 14 years.

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Lue on critics of Clippers resting: 'I don't care'

Clippers coach Ty Lue said Tuesday, when asked about the noise over his team aggressively pursuing rest for starters and landing on the side of the West playoff bracket that they wanted, that he doesn't "give a damn."

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La Russa: Mercedes 'clueless' for his 3-0 swing

Up 3-0 in the count late in a blowout victory over Minnesota Monday, Chicago designated hitter Yermin Mercedes hit a home run, much to the dismay of White Sox manager Tony La Russa, who felt it was uncalled for and something that "will not happen again."

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Lakers brace for GSW's 'head of the snake': Curry

The Lakers' defense, ranked No. 1 in the NBA during the regular season, will be tested by the league's leading scorer, Stephen Curry, right away to begin the postseason in Wednesday's play-in tournament game against the Warriors

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Chelsea bring the fight to close in on Champions League qualification

While Chelsea lacked quality in the final third, their work rate, passion, and boisterous fans put them on the verge of securing a top-four place.

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Premier League top-four race: Liverpool, Chelsea or Leicester to miss out?

Here's what Chelsea, Leicester City and Liverpool need to do to qualify for next season's Champions League.

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Mets' Pillar has multiple nasal fractures after HBP

Mets outfielder Kevin Pillar has multiple nasal fractures after being hit in the face by a 94 mph fastball in Monday night's win over the Braves.

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Hearn: Joshua may face Usyk if Fury unavailable

Heavyweight world titlist Anthony Joshua could face contender Oleksandr Usyk if Tyson Fury is unavailable this summer, according to Matchroom Boxing promoter Eddie Hearn.

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USA Hockey's Bellamy retiring: Time to move on

Kacey Bellamy, who has won gold in seven of nine world championships and was expected to make the Olympic team in February, is retiring from the U.S. women's hockey team.

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Sources: Kings to keep Walton on as head coach

The Kings went 31-41 for a second straight season under Luke Walton, who has two years left on his deal.

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MMA pound-for-pound rankings: No easy road for Charles Oliveira, but he has made it

Oliveira faced adversity on Saturday but, in his 28th UFC fight, became a champion. Now has a spot in the ESPN rankings.

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NBA experts' predictions for the play-in tournament and Round 1

Who will escape the play-in tourney? Our experts make their picks for every playoff series.

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Sources: France to name Benzema in Euro squad

France boss Didier Deschamps will call up Karim Benzema in his 26-man squad for the upcoming European Championship, sources have told ESPN.

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NFL Power Rankings: 1-32 poll, plus which players benefited most from the draft

Kirk Cousins and Patrick Mahomes both received offensive line help, while Myles Garrett will get some more support from the rest of the Browns' defense.

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NHL Playoffs Daily: The Battle of Florida resumes

Tuesday brings the sequel to perhaps the best game of the playoffs so far, between the Panthers and Lightning. Get caught up on everything here.

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A new voice has helped find the old Rory McIlroy

Rory McIlroy was struggling. Enter Pete Cowen, whose guidance helped McIlroy get a win two weeks ago. But can he help him end his 7-year majors drought?

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'No one wants to be the poodle': Why defensive positions have the coolest names

Across the sport, depth charts feature bandits, bucks, bulls, cash, cincos, dogs, foxes, flashes, leos, macs, raiders, rovers, stars, strikers, spurs, vipers and a Joker. Even a Bubo.

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Ronaldo, McKennie unveil Juve's new 2021-22 home kit

Juventus enlisted stars including Cristiano Ronaldo and Weston McKennie to unveil their new kit, which sees a return to a more traditional design.

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Suarez puts Atletico on brink of thrilling La Liga title as Barcelona regrets letting him go

Luis Suarez is at the centre of an enthralling weekend finale in La Liga. Unfortunately for Barcelona, he's doing so for Atletico Madrid.

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Howard Webb on how MLS is getting VAR right and what other leagues can learn

ESPN talks to the head of referees in MLS about why it's viewed as successful.

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Angels await test results on Trout's strained calf

Angels star Mike Trout exited Monday night's game after the first inning because of a strained right calf. He was undergoing further evaluation, including an MRI, manager Joe Maddon said.

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Cole sets record for strikeouts without a walk

The Yankees' Gerrit Cole racked up a major league-record 61 strikeouts from the time he issued his last walk April 12 to his next one in the third inning Monday night.

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Unseeded Marshall tops IU for first soccer title

Jamil Roberts 98th-minute goal pushed Marshall past Indiana 1-0 in the College Cup final, as the Thundering Herd became the first unseeded team to win a men's soccer national title since Santa Clara in 2006.

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Walker, Pillar join growing list of injured Mets

Taijuan Walker left his start Monday with tightness in his left side while Kevin Pillar was hit in the face by a pitch in the seventh inning.

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Columbus adds 'Crew' back to official team name

In response to fan backlash, Columbus has agreed to walk back some aspects of its recent rebrand, including adding back "Crew" to the team name.

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Source: Patriots set to re-sign vet QB Hoyer

Brian Hoyer provides backup quarterback insurance for the Patriots as a potential starting competition unfolds ahead of him on the depth chart.

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Santa Clara bests FSU in PKs for women's title

No. 11 seed Santa Clara downed No. 1 Florida State in a penalty kick shootout Monday, giving the Broncos their first women's soccer national title since 2001.

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Coveted transfer guard Martin leaves ASU for KU

Remy Martin, a 6-foot point guard who could be a preseason All-America selection next season after deciding to leave Arizona State, will transfer to Kansas, he told ESPN on Monday.

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Teacher's pet: Campbell wants pet lion in Detroit

Dan Campbell has yet to coach an actual game in Detroit, but the first-year Lions coach is already making an early case as one of the most entertaining coaches in the league with his off-the-cuff style.

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MLS Power Rankings: Seattle reign supreme

Will anyone stop Seattle? This weekend's win over LAFC matched their best-ever start to the season. Meanwhile MLS Cup champs Columbus are slumping.

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Serena rolls to 1st victory since Aussie Open

Serena Williams earned her first victory in more than three months by beating 17-year-old qualifier Lisa Pigato 6-3, 6-2 Monday in the first round of the Emilia-Romagna Open.

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Pro Football Hall of Fame NFTs to start with Heisman winners

The first offering will feature Raiders Hall of Fame receiver Tim Brown with two options -- a 1-of-1 up for auction and 100 others set at $1,500 each.

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UFC Real or Not: Charles Oliveira proved he is the best lightweight in the world

After UFC 262, who is the best fighter in the lightweight division -- Charles Oliveira or Dustin Poirier?

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Kenya men's coach Liz Mills tips Monastir v Petro for BAL final

Liz Mills tells ESPN which players fans should keep an eye on at the Basketball Africa League.

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Full-blown boycott pushed for Beijing Olympics

Groups alleging human rights abuses against minorities in China are calling for a full-blown boycott of the 2022 Winter Olympics in Beijing, a move likely to ratchet up pressure on the IOC, athletes, sponsors and sports federations.

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Sources: Barca exploring Koeman replacements

Barcelona are exploring replacements for Ronald Koeman, multiple sources have told ESPN.

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How 30 years ago a then-unknown John Daly helped a family dealing with tragedy

Thirty years ago, an anonymous ninth alternate won the PGA Championship. It was John Daly. As he triumphed, a family grieved, a father and husband killed at the tournament when he was struck by lightning. Daly and the family are forever linked.

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NHL Playoffs Daily: Avalanche, Hurricanes begin their quests

Two No. 1 seeds will take to their ice for the first games of their 2021 playoff journey. Here's what to watch for on Monday night.

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Anthony Mantha wants to be a 'difference-maker' for the Capitals

In his first taste of NHL playoff action, the former Red Wing hopes to make his mark.

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State of the Pac-12: What hiring George Kliavkoff means for TV rights, CFP expansion, NIL and more

The Pac-12 recently announced its hiring of George Kliavkoff as its new commissioner. So where does the conference go from here and how can it make itself relevant in the playoff conversation?

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Unbelievable! Alisson joins select band of goal-scoring goalkeepers

Unbelievable! Alisson joins the legion of keepers to have scored in the Premier League. Here's some other goal-scoring goalkeepers.

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Keep or dump: Xhaka, Lacazette have to go if Arsenal wants to move on

It could be the busiest summer in Arsenal's history. The club needs to be clever in the transfer market.

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LeBron touts Steph for MVP ahead of play-in tilt

The Lakers' repeat title bid will commence with LeBron James facing a familiar foe in the Warriors during the play-in tournament, led by James' pick for MVP, Stephen Curry.

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NBA playoffs 2021: Matchups, intel and predictions

The NBA playoffs are here! But first, let's figure out which teams will make it out of the play-in tournament. Are the defending champs vulnerable?

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Luka: Clippers' Morris apologized for playoff beef

Luka Doncic said there are no hard feelings remaining from his heated playoff rivalry with Marcus Morris Sr. ahead of their upcoming rematch.

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Nets secure No. 2 as Kyrie joins 50/40/90 club

The Nets completed one of the most impressive plays of their season during a victory over Cleveland that secured the No. 2 seed in the Eastern Conference.

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Softball regionals set in states with anti-trans laws

The NCAA named Alabama, Arkansas and Tennessee as host schools for softball regionals on Sunday, bringing its postseason tournament to three states that have passed laws banning transgender athletes from competing in interscholastic sports.

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Saints sign rookie Neal 28 years after drafting dad

The New Orleans Saints signed former Purdue defensive tackle Lorenzo Neal Jr. -- the son of former All-Pro fullback Lorenzo Neal -- as an undrafted rookie free agent on Sunday.

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'Fighting' Phils: Girardi, Segura in dugout spat

Television cameras showed a confrontation in the dugout between Phillies manager Joe Girardi and second baseman Jean Segura during Sunday's 10-8 loss to the Blue Jays.

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At FCS championship game, football feels mostly normal again

The FCS championship game had an atmosphere that felt like college football was indeed back.

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Late TD propels Sam Houston to first FCS title

Eric Schmid threw for three touchdowns, including a 10-yarder to Ife Adeyi with 16 seconds left, and Sam Houston State wrapped the longest and most unusual college football season with its first FCS title, beating top-seeded South Dakota State 23-21.

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WWE WrestleMania Backlash live results: Mysterios claim gold, Ripley retains

Roman Reigns faces a surging Cesaro in the main event. Follow live.

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McLaren to run one-off Gulf livery at Monaco

McLaren will race with a one-off livery in the colours of the Gulf Oil company at next weekend's Monaco Grand Prix.

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Pierce, Bosh, Webber headline 2021 HOF class

Paul Pierce, Chris Bosh, Chris Webber and Ben Wallace were among those selected as part of the 2021 class for the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame on Sunday.

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Another Yanks staffer tests positive for COVID-19

Another member of the Yankees' staff has tested positive for COVID-19, according to manager Aaron Boone, bringing the total number of cases among the team over the past week to nine.

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Giants sign Benjamin, could move him to TE

The New York Giants signed Kelvin Benjamin, a wide receiver who had over 1,000 yards as a rookie for the Panthers in 2013, and has not played in the NFL since 2018. He worked primarily as a tight end at his tryout.

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NCAA softball tournament: Breaking down the top teams and players

These are stats behind the teams worth keeping track of as the tournament unfolds over the next few weeks.

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Kyrie: My focus on violence overseas, not hoops

The Nets are about to begin their pursuit of an NBA title, but Kyrie Irving says he's currently focused on things other than basketball -- specifically the ongoing violence between Israel and Palestine.

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Fight for life: Ex-Ravens lineman Lional Dalton waiting for transplant

'I used to fight for my team on the field, but now I am fighting for my life.' Dalton, a Super Bowl XXXV champ, is battling Stage 4 kidney disease.

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Carolina in his mind? Jets rookie Zach Wilson catches a tough break

New York's rookie QB will kick off his pro career by facing Sam Darnold and the Panthers in Week 1.

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Greatness beckoned me back to the stands; fate took it from there

Emerging from his pandemic bubble, writer Tom Junod groaned and gasped in the company of strangers as Oklahoma lost its grip on perfection. But as fate would have it, sports delivered the kind of greatness that only sports can.

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