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Former top defender Stephon Gilmore retires after 13 seasons
Former NFL Defensive Player of the Year Stephon Gilmore formally announced his retirement on Thursday.,The five-time Pro Bowl cornerback over 13 NFL seasons didn't play in 2025.,"I have had an incredible 13 years in the League, and I cannot wait to see what this next chapter holds," Gilmore said on ...
Tommy Lloyd’s Future in Question as UNC Job Looms During Final Four Run
UNC rumors surround Tommy Lloyd as Arizona reaches the Final Four, with Dusty May also in the spotlight....
Sorry: Wizards say blindfold prank was a bit shortsighted
No joke.,The Washington Wizards have apologized for an April Fool's Day gag on Wednesday that, as it turned out, attempted to spoof the entire arena.,In what appeared to be a prank on a participant in a half-court shot promotion, the team has now revealed that the contestant was in on the misdirecti...
Phil Mickelson out of Masters due to family health matter
Phil Mickelson announced Thursday that he will not compete in the upcoming Masters.,"Unfortunately I will not play in the Masters Tournament next week and will be out for an extended period of time as my family continues to navigate a personal health matter," Mickelson wrote on Instagram. "I have gr...
Devils F Arseny Gritsyuk to have season-ending surgery
New Jersey Devils rookie Arseny Gritsyuk will have season-ending surgery, coach Sheldon Keefe confirmed Thursday.,The 25-year-old Russian forward missed the past four games with an upper-body injury and will now be shut down.,Gritsyuk, a fifth-round draft pick in 2019, tallied 31 points (13 goals, 1...
Bills QB Josh Allen adds title: girl dad
Buffalo Bills quarterback Josh Allen and his wife, actress Hailee Steinfeld, announced the birth of their first child -- a girl -- on Thursday.,The announcement came in Steinfeld's Beau Society newsletter, in which she previously shared updates about her pregnancy. They did not disclose their daught...
With playoffs in sight, rested Wild set sights on Canucks
Minnesota did not get the assist it needed from the Anaheim Ducks or St. Louis Blues to clinch a playoff spot on the Wild's day off on Wednesday.,Instead, the Wild will have a chance to take matters into their own hands Thursday night.,Minnesota can punch a ticket to the postseason when it faces the...
Improving Blazers see play-in-positioning opportunity against Pelicans
Winners in seven of their past nine games, the Portland Trail Blazers look to continue their strong stretch run heading into the Western Conference play-in tournament when they host the New Orleans Pelicans on Thursday.,Portland (39-38) moved to the right side of .500 on Tuesday, when they led almos...
Oilers have found new gear as they seek fifth straight victory vs. Blackhawks
The Edmonton Oilers have seemingly fixed the kinks in their armor at the perfect time during a season filled with question marks.,The lack of depth and trustworthy goaltending options have continually been the topic of conversation when it came to the Oilers' struggles during the 2025-26 regular sea...
Caps must continue late surge vs. Devils to stay in playoff hunt
The Washington Capitals look to continue to gain ground in their pursuit of a playoff berth on Thursday when they visit the New Jersey Devils in Newark, N.J.,The Capitals (38-28-9, 85 points) have won three in a row and are 6-1-2 in their last nine games to move within three points of the Columbus B...
Deadlocked Wings, Flyers face off in critical encounter
The Detroit Red Wings and Philadelphia Flyers failed to gain ground in the playoff race Tuesday, but they get another opportunity when the teams square off Thursday in Philadelphia.,Detroit (39-27-8, 86 points) and Philadelphia (37-25-12, 86 points) both trail the Columbus Blue Jackets by two points...
Paul George (39), Sixers shoot lights out vs. Wizards
Paul George set a career high in a Sixers uniform with 39 points and visiting Philadelphia, playing without Joel Embiid, had an offensive outburst in a 153-131 win over the Washington Wizards on Wednesday.,George was 15 of 22 from the floor and made six threes while playing 30 minutes. Tyrese Maxey ...
Tiger Woods can leave U.S. for treatment; will not captain '27 Ryder Cup team
Tiger Woods was granted a request Wednesday by a Florida judge to leave the United States to enter a comprehensive inpatient treatment facility as he faces misdemeanor driving under the influence charges, according to court records cited by multiple reports.,Martin County Court Judge Darren Steele g...
Tiger Woods allowed to leave U.S. for 'intensive' treatment program
Tiger Woods was granted a request Wednesday by a Florida judge to leave the United States to enter a comprehensive inpatient treatment facility as he faces misdemeanor driving under the influence charges, ESPN reported, citing court records.,Martin County Court Judge Darren Steele granted the motion...
Flyers sign D David Jiricek to 2-year, $3M extension
The Philadelphia Flyers signed defenseman David Jiricek to a two-year, $3 million contract extension Wednesday.,Jiricek, 22, joined Philadelphia in a March 6 trade that sent forward Bobby Brink to the Minnesota Wild. He has yet to play for the Flyers.,He has since recorded 10 points (two goals, eigh...
Phillies pull off late rally, clip Nationals in 10th inning
Edmundo Sosa had a game-tying two-run single in the ninth inning and Justin Crawford provided a game-ending single in the 10th as the Philadelphia Phillies rallied for a 6-5 victory over the visiting Washington Nationals on Wednesday afternoon., ,Playing in just his fifth major league game, Crawford...
Philadelphia Eagles Could Be Closer to Implosion Than Contention
The Eagles face growing concerns around Jalen Hurts as questions about leadership and fit emerge ahead of the 2026 season....
Report: Campbell coach John Andrzejek joining Louisville staff
Campbell men's basketball coach John Andrzejek resigned after one season on Wednesday, citing incompatible differences with the school's administrators.,"Simply put -- the institution now has different priorities, and they are not compatible with putting the kind of team on the floor that you deserv...
Report: NBA Europe draws multiple bids, including $1B offers
Multiple bidders have proposed investments of at least $1 billion in the startup NBA Europe league, The Athletic reported Wednesday.,Per multiple reports, there was interest from more than 120 investors ranging in price prior to Tuesday's midnight deadline for non-binding proposals.,"We have receive...
Sophia Wilson back on USWNT roster for friendlies
Portland Thorns forward Sophia Wilson is set to return to the U.S. Women's National Team roster for the first time since giving birth to her daughter.,Wilson, 25, and her husband, NFL wide receiver Michael Wilson, became parents in September 2025. She last appeared for the USWNT in October 2024.,The...