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Court OKs probation exception, allows Travis Hunter Sr. to attend draft
Travis Hunter Sr. received clearance to attend the 2025 NFL Draft in Green Bay, where his Heisman Trophy-winning son is expected to be selected among the top picks Thursday night.,Hunter Sr. was granted an exception to the travel restriction under terms of a three-year probation agreement stemming f...
CFP dates, times locked in; Rose Bowl moves up one hour
The College Football Playoff announced game times for the 2026 quarterfinals and semifinals and the national championship game on Tuesday.,The CFP championship, to be played in Miami Gardens, Fla., will be played on the third Monday in January for the second straight year, Jan. 19, with a 7:30 p.m. ...
Islanders part ways with GM Lou Lamoriello
The New York Islanders will not renew the contract of president and general manager Lou Lamoriello, the team announced Tuesday.,Islanders operating partner John Collins will lead the search for Lamoriello's replacement.,"The Islanders extend a heartfelt thank you to Lou Lamoriello for his extraordin...
Devils' Luke Hughes, Brenden Dillon out for Game 2 vs. Hurricanes
New Jersey Devils defensemen Luke Hughes and Brenden Dillon will sit out Game 2 of the Eastern Conference first-round series against the Carolina Hurricanes in Raleigh, N.C.,Coach Sheldon Keefe ruled out both players after neither participated in the morning skate on Tuesday.,Hughes and Dillon susta...
Quakes acquire D DeJuan Jones from Crew
The San Jose Earthquakes acquired defender DeJuan Jones from the Columbus Crew on Tuesday.,In exchange, the Crew received $175,000 in general allocation money and an international roster slot in 2025 plus an additional $250,000 in GAM in 2026.,In a separate transaction, Columbus traded a 2025 intern...
Jerry Jones doubts Dallas will draft QB, believes in Cowboys' draft plan
Longtime franchise owner Jerry Jones doesn't mind declaring where he believes the Dallas Cowboys stand, a truth at most any point in the NFL calendar. ,Jones said on Tuesday he's especially proud of the success of the Cowboys in the draft as the franchise prepares for the 2025 edition on Thursday ni...
MLB Over/Under Best Bet: Colorado Rockies vs. Kansas City Royals, April 22
Betting preview for Rockies vs. Royals featuring a sharp look at Kris Bubic’s breakout, Ryan Feltner’s road edge, and a pick on the total....
Cubs acquire LHP Drew Pomeranz from Mariners
The Chicago Cubs acquired left-hander Drew Pomeranz from the Seattle Mariners for cash considerations.,The Cubs said the 36-year-old reliever, who last pitched in the majors in 2021, will report to Triple-A Iowa.,Pomeranz signed a minor league deal with Seattle on March 27. He was 0-1 with a 4.66 ER...
Steelers to add 2 QBs; Aaron Rodgers won't affect draft plans
Pittsburgh Steelers general manager Omar Khan addressed the team's quarterback situation on Tuesday by saying the club plans to add a pair of signal callers to the roster.,Quarterbacks currently on the roster are Mason Rudolph, a former Steeler who is returning after a season with the Tennessee Tita...
49ers TE George Kittle absent for voluntary OTAs
All-Pro tight end George Kittle was a no-show Tuesday as the San Francisco 49ers began voluntary workouts, according to multiple reports.,Another marquee player negotiating a new contract, quarterback Brock Purdy, did show up to the team facilities in Santa Clara, Calif.,Kittle, 31, is entering the ...
TCU, North Carolina to kick off 2026 in Ireland
TCU and North Carolina will kick off the 2026 college football season in Dublin, Ireland.,The Aer Lingus College Football Classic will be held at Aviva Stadium on Aug. 29, 2026.,This will be the first overseas game for both schools.,"It's a tremendous opportunity for our program and we're excited to...
Bucks' Damian Lillard says he's playing in Game 2 vs. Pacers
Milwaukee Bucks All-Star guard Damian Lillard told reporters at the morning shootaround that he will return to the court Tuesday night against the Indiana Pacers in Indianapolis.,Lillard, who had been listed as questionable for Game 2 of the Eastern Conference first-round series, hasn't played since...
Tuesday NBA Playoff Picks: Top Bets and Parlays for April 22
The NBA Playoffs continue on Tuesday, these are our top betting picks, predictions, and parlays for the postseason action on April 22nd, 2025....
Report: Browns, Giants fielding trade inquiries
The Cleveland Browns and New York Giants are fielding trade inquiries for their early picks in this week's NFL Draft, ESPN reported Tuesday.,The Browns pick second and the Giants third on Thursday, with the Tennessee Titans holding the No. 1 spot in the three-day draft in Green Bay, Wis.,"Neither te...
Under-the-Radar 2024 NFL Draft Picks Set to Make a Leap in Year 2
While we get ready for the 2025 NFL Draft, take a look at some under-the-radar prospects from 2024 who could make huge leaps during their second pro season....
NFL Draft 2025: What Playoff Teams Might Do at the Bottom of Round 1
The Eagles are Super Bowl champs, but roster holes loom. Here’s how Philly — and fellow contenders like the Chiefs, Bills, and Ravens — could use their late first-round NFL Draft picks....
Braves set for bullpen day against slumping Cardinals
The Braves will go for their fifth straight win on Tuesday when they host the St. Louis Cardinals, but Atlanta won't have its recovering ace on the mound.,Atlanta opened the three-game series with a 7-6 come-from-behind win on Monday, handing St. Louis its fifth straight loss.,The Braves had planned...
NHL roundup: Alex Ovechkin's first playoff OT goal lifts Caps
Alex Ovechkin scored two goals, including the winner in overtime, to lift the Washington Capitals to a 3-2 victory over the visiting Montreal Canadiens in Game 1 of their Eastern Conference quarterfinal series on Monday.,It was Ovechkin's first career playoff overtime goal. He also notched an assist...
Reds starter Nick Martinez returns home to face Marlins
Right-hander Nick Martinez will make a homecoming on Tuesday night when his Cincinnati Reds visit the Miami Marlins for the middle contest of a three-game series.,Martinez (0-3, 6.00 ERA), a Miami native, is off to a slow start as the Reds are winless in his four starts. He has no quality starts thi...
Wounded Padres look to rebound in Detroit
The San Diego Padres won't have their offensive catalyst for at least a week.,First baseman Luis Arraez was placed on the 7-day injured list and is in concussion protocol after colliding with Houston's Mauricio Dubon during a bunt attempt on Sunday.,In their first game without Arraez, the Padres dro...