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WNBA season set to start May 8 despite impasse
The WNBA plans to begin the 2026 season on May 8 despite the fact the league and players' union remain at an impasse on agreeing to a new collective bargaining agreement.,There is currently a moratorium in place pertaining to league business like free agency. The league also hasn't been able to hold...
Defending champ Sepp Straka feeling heat of competition at The American Express
As the defending champion of The American Express, Sepp Straka may be the one the others are all looking to beat, but the Austrian says he feels the intensity of the competition coming out to kick off the 2026 PGA Tour schedule on Thursday in La Quinta, Calif.,"I think the competition, the fact that...
Kenny Lofton’s Hall of Fame Snub Is Becoming Impossible to Defend
With Andruw Jones inducted, Kenny Lofton’s Hall of Fame omission looks more indefensible than ever. The numbers demand a second look....
Potential Landing Spots for Brandon Aiyuk After 49ers Exit
Brandon Aiyuk’s time with the San Francisco 49ers is over. Here are five teams that could pursue the 27-year-old wide receiver next season....
Pats CB Carlton Davis III (concussion) back at practice
New England Patriots cornerback Carlton Davis III returned to practice on a limited basis on Wednesday as he looks to clear concussion protocol.,Head coach Mike Vrabel made the announcement as his Patriots prepare to visit the Denver Broncos on Sunday in the AFC Championship Game.,Davis sustained a ...
Goals hard to come by as Blackhawks prepare for Hurricanes
The Chicago Blackhawks might need to become used to low-scoring games based on recent results. That could create a dilemma against the Carolina Hurricanes.,The teams face off Thursday night in Raleigh, N.C., for their first meeting of the season.,The Hurricanes, who like Chicago will be coming off a...
Stacked field out to dethrone Sepp Straka at The American Express
The slightly altered start to the 2026 PGA Tour schedule has become a boon for The American Express.,Several top players who normally would have debuted at The Sentry, the since-canceled tournament on Maui, will hit their first tee shots of the season at The American Express on Thursday in La Quinta...
Duke QB Darian Mensah can't sign elsewhere until ruling
Duke quarterback Darian Mensah will remain in transfer portal limbo while awaiting a courtroom decision.,He is allowed to enter the portal but can't enroll at or play for another school until a North Carolina judge rules on Duke's request for an injunction that would stop him from leaving the Blue D...
Yadier Molina rejoins Cardinals in front-office role
Two-time World Series champion Yadier Molina is rejoining the St. Louis Cardinals as a special assistant to president of baseball operations Chaim Bloom.,The team announced the return of the popular 10-time All-Star and nine-time Gold Glove-winning catcher on Wednesday.,"We are happy to welcome Yadi...
Report: Commissioners to meet with Trump over America 250 plans
Commissioners from the four major U.S. sports leagues will meet with President Donald Trump at the White House next week to discuss America's 250th birthday plans, The Athletic reported Wednesday.,The NFL's Roger Goodell, MLB's Rob Manfred, NBA's Adam Silver and NHL's Gary Bettman are on the guest l...
Algeria's Luca Zidane still World Cup eligible despite 2-game ban
Algerian goalkeeper Luca Zidane will not miss any World Cup games despite being handed a two-game ban by the Confederation of African Football (CAF) on Wednesday.,The ban was confirmed by the Algerian Football Federation, and stems from incidents after Algeria's 2-0 loss to Nigeria in the Africa Cup...
Report: Mets agree to deal with reliever Luis Garcia
The New York Mets are in agreement with veteran reliever Luis Garcia, MLB Network reported on Wednesday.,The deal with the free agent right-hander, who turns 39 on Jan. 30, is pending the results of a physical.,Garcia finished 2-2 with a 3.42 ERA and two saves in 58 appearances last season while pit...
Texans RB Joe Mixon's 'freak' injury status still cloudy
The Houston Texans are unclear about running back Joe Mixon's future with the team after he missed the entire 2025 season with a "freak" foot injury.,"We haven't seen Joe in a little bit, so I think at some point we'll see him and then we'll be able to evaluate kind of where he is and then based on ...
France doesn't intend to boycott World Cup over Greenland issue
France's sports minister said she does not anticipate her country pulling out of the 2026 FIFA World Cup over President Donald Trump's threats amid Europe's support of an autonomous Greenland.,The World Cup largely will be played in the United States.,Trump has said he intends to assess France and s...
WSL warns of 'catastrophic' impact of planned Club World Cup schedule
The Women's Super League sounded the alarm about the timing of the proposed FIFA Women's Club World Cup, warning of a potential "catastrophic" effect on English clubs and player workload.,Officials from England's top league wrote to FIFA to express deep concern about its plan to stage the inaugural ...
Bruins F Alex Steeves signs 2-year extension
Boston Bruins forward Alex Steeves signed a two-year, $3.25 million contract extension on Wednesday that runs through the 2027-28 season.,Steeves has recorded 14 points (eight goals, six assists) and 117 hits in 33 games this season.,He signed a one-year, $850,000 contract with Boston this past offs...
Reports: OF Cody Bellinger reaches 5-year, $162.5M deal with Yankees
Free agent outfielder Cody Bellinger agreed to a five-year, $162.5 million contract to return to the New York Yankees, multiple media outlets reported Wednesday.,Per ESPN, Bellinger's deal includes opt-outs after the second and third seasons, a $20 million signing bonus and a full no-trade clause. U...
Cadillac F1 boss: 'Nobody knows' who will be competitive in '26
Cadillac Formula 1 team principal Graeme Lowdon doesn't know what to expect when the American outfit makes its debut at the Australian Grand Prix in March -- but said any team that projects to know what lies ahead in 2026 is "just making it up.",Cadillac is joining as the 11th team for an F1 season ...
Foot surgery possible for Bills QB Josh Allen
Buffalo Bills quarterback Josh Allen might require surgery to repair an injury to his right foot, but he would be ready to take part in organized team activities this offseason, team president of football operations Brandon Beane said Wednesday.,Beane did not state when a potential surgery could tak...
Seahawks RB George Holani 'an option' to return this week
Seattle Seahawks running back George Holani has been designated to return to practice and could provide depth to the position following the season-ending knee injury to Zach Charbonnet.,Holani injured his hamstring in Seattle's 30-24 victory over the Tennessee Titans on Nov. 23. He was placed on inj...