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Brewers get pair of bats back in time for opener vs. Cardinals
Milwaukee first baseman Andrew Vaughn and outfielder Jackson Chourio are expected to rejoin the lineup when the Brewers begin a three-game series against the host St. Louis Cardinals on Monday.,Vaughn, out since March 27 after fracturing the hamate bone in his left hand on Opening Day, is set to ret...
Packers sign Tyrod Taylor as backup QB, release Desmond Ridder
The Green Bay Packers signed veteran Tyrod Taylor to back up starting quarterback Jordan Love on Monday.,The Packers confirmed reports of the signing Monday but did not reveal terms. The team released quarterback Desmond Ridder in a corresponding move.,Taylor will take on a role the Packers have bee...
Cloudy Sky: Veteran G Natasha Cloud signs with Chicago
Natasha Cloud, a former WNBA champion and one of the biggest names unsigned in free agency, joined the Chicago Sky on Monday.,The team did not release terms of the deal, but ESPN reported it was a one-year contract for $555,000.,Cloud, 34, enters her 11th WNBA season with her fourth team, and her th...
Report: Wolves star Anthony Edwards expected to play Game 1 vs. Spurs
Anthony Edwards has received medical clearance and is expected to play for the Minnesota Timberwolves on Monday night, pending final sign-off after his pregame routine, ESPN reported.,The Timberwolves visit the San Antonio Spurs for Game 1 of the Western Conference semifinals.,Per ESPN, Edwards was ...
USGA CEO would be 'surprised' if Tiger Woods plays U.S. Open
Tiger Woods is not expected to compete at next month's U.S. Open or the U.S. Senior Open in July, USGA CEO Mike Whan told Sports Illustrated in a report released Monday.,"I'd be super surprised," Whan said in response to whether he thought Woods would play at the U.S. Open this year. "It would be wo...
Report: Packers signing QB Tyrod Taylor as backup
The Green Bay Packers are signing veteran Tyrod Taylor to back up starting quarterback Jordan Love, NFL Network reported Monday.,No further details of the agreement between Taylor and the Packers were immediately available.,Taylor will take on a role the Packers have been looking to fill since forme...
Reds recall former first-rounder Chase Petty to face Cubs
The Cincinnati Reds recalled former first-round draft pick Chase Petty to start Monday's series opener on the road against the Chicago Cubs.,Petty will take the roster spot of right-hander Zach Maxwell, who was optioned to Triple-A Louisville.,Petty, 23, made his major league debut last season for t...
Report: Playing status of Wolves' Anthony Edwards still unclear
Anthony Edwards is eager to play for the Minnesota Timberwolves on Monday night, but he still hasn't been given the green light from medical staff, ESPN reported.,The Timberwolves visit the San Antonio Spurs for Game 1 of the Western Conference semifinals. Per ESPN, Edwards was a "significant partic...
Panthers add longtime S Mike Adams to coaching staff
The Carolina Panthers will hire longtime NFL safety Mike Adams to assist the coaching staff, multiple outlets reported Monday.,Adams, 45, began his NFL career in 2004 with the San Francisco 49ers and played for two seasons (2017-18) for the Panthers. He had 935 tackles and 30 interceptions over 16 s...
Reports: Struggling Giants to call up top prospect Bryce Eldridge
The Giants return to their home field in San Francisco on Monday following a disastrous 0-6 road trip and are summoning help.,Multiple outlets reported that the Giants are calling up top prospect Bryce Eldridge and catcher/third baseman Jesus Rodriguez. NBC Sports Bay Area said both players will be ...
LIV Golf hires investment bank to advise on new multi-partner model
With LIV Golf in search of new funding partnerships, the league announced that New York-based Ducera Partners LLC will serve as an investment banking advisor as it seeks financial stability moving forward.,Saudi Arabia's Public Investment Fund already has announced it will end financial support of L...
Report: Azzi Fudd to avoid fine for remarks about refs
No. 1 overall draft pick Azzi Fudd reportedly will not be fined for complaining about the officiating on Sunday.,Front Office Sports said the Dallas Wings rookie guard will avoid punishment for her remarks following the preseason win against the Las Vegas Aces.,"Honestly, I'm more confused," the for...
Longtime Yankees broadcaster John Sterling dies at 87
Legendary New York Yankees radio broadcaster John Sterling has died at 87.,Sterling joined the team in 1989 and spent 36 years in the booth, calling 5,420 regular-season games and 211 playoff games before retiring in April 2024. He worked 5,060 consecutive games from 1989 to 2019.,"We are devastated...
Jarrett Allen Saves Cavs in Game 7 To Secure Date With Pistons
Jarrett Allen delivered a dominant Game 7 performance to lift the Cavs past the Raptors....
NBA Playoff Game 1 Bet Picks: 76ers vs Knicks and Timberwolves vs Spurs Bets
Breaking down 76ers vs Knicks and Timberwolves vs Spurs with expert picks and analysis for Monday’s NBA playoff action....
Chandler Simpson Is an Anomaly for Tampa Bay Rays
Chandler Simpson has become one of MLB’s most debated players. Here’s a balanced breakdown of his true value....
Celtics' Jaylen Brown critical of refs for 'agenda,' calls out 76ers' Joel Embiid
Boston Celtics star Jaylen Brown on Sunday criticized officiating in the team's first-round loss to Philadelphia and also pointed at 76ers center Joel Embiid for flopping.,Brown spoke on the streaming platform Twitch on Sunday, a day after the second-seeded Celtics lost Game 7 at home to the seventh...
Giants seek better outcome at home against similarly inconsistent Padres
Two teams struggling offensively hope a change of scenery can provide a cure when the San Diego Padres open a three-game road series against the San Francisco Giants on Monday night.,The National League West rivals will be meeting for the second time this season, with the Giants having won two of th...
Astros find momentum going into series against reigning champion Dodgers
The Houston Astros, desperate for production from a pitching staff ravaged by injuries, turned to an old postseason hero on Sunday, one whose struggles this season have come to represent the club's as a whole.,Right-hander Bryan Abreu worked two scoreless innings of relief and notched his first win ...
Tanner Bibee aims for elusive first win as Guardians face Royals
The Cleveland Guardians have won enough to compete for the early lead in the middling American League Central. However, they've struggled to win with Tanner Bibee on the mound.,Meanwhile, the Kansas City Royals are amid their most successful stretch of the season -- just as veteran Michael Wacha has...