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Frustration expected in chase of Tyler Reddick at Martinsville
When the NASCAR Cup Series rolls across the Virginia state line this week and checks into venerable Martinsville Speedway, competitors will not find anything different in Sunday's Cook Out 400 that they haven't encountered before.,Because it's Spring in southern Virginia, and that means the start of...
Mariners place RHP Carlos Vargas on IL with lat strain
The Seattle Mariners placed right-handed reliever Carlos Vargas on the 15-day injured list Friday with a right lat strain and recalled right-hander Cole Wilcox from Triple-A Tacoma.,Vargas was named to Seattle's Opening Day roster but was not available for the first games of the season, a 6-4 loss t...
Ducks visit Oilers with chance to solidify Pacific Division lead
The Anaheim Ducks can take a major step towards locking up their first Pacific Division title in nine years when they visit the Edmonton Oilers on Saturday afternoon.,The Ducks (41-27-4, 86 points) own a five-point lead over the Oilers (36-28-9, 81 points) for first place in the division and have 10...
In sight of top spot, Spurs to work on 'improvements' vs. Bucks
The San Antonio Spurs continue their chase for the best record in the NBA when they square off against the reeling Milwaukee Bucks on Saturday afternoon as first place in the Western Conference remains in sight.,The Spurs (55-18) are on a seven-game winning streak, with the latest a 123-98 road vict...
Under new management, Nationals out to keep pressure on Cubs
Washington Nationals rookie manager Blake Butera basked in the achievement of winning his first game Thursday.,Once his players let him be, that is.,"They grabbed me and next thing you know, there was a lot of liquids all over me in the shower," Butera said. "All kinds of stuff. Shaving cream, beer,...
Alabama G Aden Holloway granted court injunction to travel
Alabama guard Aden Holloway was granted permission by a Tuscaloosa district court judge to travel out of state while facing felony drug charges, per multiple reports Friday.,No. 4 seed Alabama (25-9) faces No. 1 seed Michigan (33-3) on Friday night in the NCAA Tournament's Sweet 16 in Chicago.,Despi...
How Nebraska’s March Madness Run Ended in Dumbest Way Possible
Iowa eliminates Nebraska in the Sweet 16 as the Cornhuskers’ historic season ends on a rare four-man floor blunder....
Matthew Schaefer, Islanders set sights on Panthers
At some point, Matthew Schaefer's standout debut season may see him break the team record for points by a rookie defenseman.,Of greater urgency for the New York Islanders is improving their position in a crowded Eastern Conference playoff race. The next chance for that occurs Saturday afternoon when...
NBA Picks for March 27: Best Bets for Friday Night Slate
Get the best NBA picks for March 27, including Heat vs Cavaliers total, Rockets vs Grizzlies, and Warriors vs Wizards betting predictions....
JGR: Chris Gabehart, Spire conspired to steal proprietary data
Joe Gibbs Racing argued in federal court Thursday that Chris Gabehart and Spire Motorsports, in an effort to improve their team's performance, conspired to steal proprietary data from one of NASCAR's most successful organizations.,JGR attorney Tom Melsheimer argued during a preliminary injunction he...
NHL Playoff Race: Half of Last Year’s Teams Could Miss the Cut
The NHL playoff race is heating up with major turnover expected. Here’s a breakdown of contenders, pretenders, and final predictions....
Bills sign S Damar Hamlin to 1-year deal
Safety Damar Hamlin signed a one-year contract to return to the Buffalo Bills on Friday.,Financial terms were not disclosed for Hamlin, who played in five games in 2025 before sustaining a season-ending pectoral injury. He was placed on injured reserve on Oct. 11.,Hamlin, 28, is best known for his r...
Michigan G Macy Brown (knee) out for rest of NCAA Tournament
Michigan reserve guard Macy Brown will miss the rest of the Women's NCAA Tournament with a torn ACL. ,The 6-foot junior sustained the injury to her right knee during a practice last weekend, the school confirmed on Friday.,The second-seeded Wolverines (27-6) face third-seeded Louisville (29-7) in th...
Wave sign former Chelsea striker Catarina Macario
The San Diego Wave announced the signing of former Chelsea striker Catarina Macario on Friday.,The 26-year-old U.S. Women's National Team veteran is signed through the 2030 NWSL campaign.,Macario, who was born in Brazil and starred at Stanford, played for youth teams while growing up in the San Dieg...
Pierceson Coody WDs from Houston, Masters hopes in jeopardy
Pierceson Coody withdrew before the start of Friday's second round at the Houston Open due to a back injury.,The untimely ailment likely will end Coody's bid to secure a late invitation to the Masters.,Coody entered the week ranked No. 51 in the Official World Golf Ranking. ,With the top 50 in OWGR ...
Could the Rams Trade Puka Nacua? Off-Field Drama and Contract Issues Mount
Puka Nacua’s future with the Rams is uncertain amid contract talks and off-field controversy. Could Los Angeles trade its star wide receiver?...
Why St. John's Can Cover Sweet 16 Spread Against Duke
Duke faces St. John’s in a defensive battle. See why the Red Storm could cover the spread in this Sweet 16 matchup....
MLB Best Betting Picks for Friday March 27th Slate
Looking for MLB picks? Back the Rockies and Royals as value underdogs in today’s opening slate with expert betting analysis....
Diamondbacks' Ryne Nelson faces tall task vs. Dodgers
With one game behind them in the regular season, the Los Angeles Dodgers and visiting Arizona Diamondbacks will unleash dueling surprises when the teams meet again on Friday night.,A pair of surprise No. 2 starters will clash when the Dodgers send Emmet Sheehan to the mound against fellow right-hand...
As Pelicans visit, Raptors must stack wins to guarantee top-six playoff spot
The Toronto Raptors will play beyond the regular season for the first time since 2022.,That is all they know for certain. They could finish anywhere from fifth to 10th in the Eastern Conference, so every game -- beginning with the one against the visiting New Orleans Pelicans on Friday night -- is i...