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Rory McIlroy plenty motivated as Masters champion, career goal posts just moved
AUGUSTA, Ga. -- Rory McIlroy thought that winning his first Masters and completing the career grand slam would be the defining moment in his golf career, only to find out that it simply moved the goal posts.,McIlroy has been asked repeatedly over the past 12 months about what his motivation is now t...
Carlos Alcaraz and Jannik Sinner cruise in Monte Carlo
Top seeds Carlos Alcaraz and Jannik Sinner barely needed two hours combined to win their opening matches at the Monte Carlo Masters on Tuesday.,Alcaraz defeated Argentina's Sebastian Baez 6-1, 6-3 in 70 minutes. The top-seeded Spaniard and defending champ struck six aces and finished with a 24-5 edg...
Dolphins RB De'Von Achane a no-show for voluntary workouts
Dolphins running back De'Von Achane did not attend the first day of voluntary offseason workouts on Tuesday.,"It's part of the business," new head coach Jeff Hafley told reporters.,Achane, 24, is entering the final year of his rookie contract and is looking for a long-term extension.,"Those are talk...
Three NFL Draft Prospects Who Will Be Selected Higher Than You Think
Drew Allar, Jordyn Tyson, and Sonny Styles could be selected earlier than expected. Who will rise up the draft board?...
Rory McIlroy to begin Masters defense paired with Cameron Young
AUGUSTA, Ga. -- Rory McIlroy will begin the defense of his first Masters title paired with World No. 3 Cameron Young at 10:31 a.m. on Thursday.,McIlroy of Northern Ireland and Young, who won The Players Championship last month, will be paired with 18-year-old amateur Mason Howell for the first two r...
Flyers' Matvei Michkov fined $2K for diving/embellishment
The NHL fined Philadelphia Flyers forward Matvei Michkov $2,000 for diving/embellishment on Tuesday.,Michkov is lighter in the wallet after his second offense, which occurred in a March 24 loss to the Columbus Blue Jackets.,He received a warning following his first infraction, which came in the Flye...
Louisville freshman Mikel Brown Jr. declares for draft
Louisville freshman guard and projected lottery pick Mikel Brown Jr. declared for the 2026 NBA Draft on Tuesday.,"Since I first picked up a basketball, it's been my dream to play in the NBA," he posted on Instagram. "I've decided to take that leap, declare for the draft, and chase that dream. No mat...
Guardians place SS Gabriel Arias (hamstring) on IL
The Guardians placed shortstop Gabriel Arias on the 10-day injured list on Tuesday with a left hamstring strain.,In a corresponding move, Cleveland recalled shortstop Juan Brito from Triple-A Columbus.,Arias, 26, doubled in the fifth inning of Monday's 4-2 home loss to the Kansas City Royals and sto...
Last returning player on Lady Vols' roster enters portal
And then there were none. Freshman guard Jaida Civil, the last returning player remaining on the Tennessee women's basketball roster, has entered the transfer portal.,In addition to the mass exodus following a 16-14 season, five-star guard Oliviyah Edwards has requested a release from her commitment...
Report: Falcons' Kyle Pitts signs franchise tag, arrives for workouts
Atlanta Falcons tight end Kyle Pitts has signed his franchise tender and will participate in voluntary workouts, NFL Network reported on Tuesday.,He will be under contract with the Falcons for 2026 on a one-year deal worth $15.045 million. He still can potentially sign a multi-year contract with the...
White Sox place OF Austin Hays (hamstring) on IL
The Chicago White Sox placed veteran outfielder Austin Hays on the 10-day injured list on Tuesday with a right hamstring strain.,Chicago called up outfielder Dustin Harris from Triple-A Charlotte ahead of its game with the visiting Baltimore Orioles.,The White Sox also transferred right-hander Mike ...
Top Five Players To Watch at the Masters Without Tiger Woods and Phil Mickelson
Masters 2026 preview ranking the top five players to watch as Rory McIlroy, Scottie Scheffler, and Bryson DeChambeau lead a new era....
Wild sign '23 top pick Charlie Stramel, but debut must wait
The Wild have signed Minnesota native and 2023 first-round pick Charlie Stramel to a three-year, entry-level contract.,The deal announced Monday won't begin until 2026-27 as the 21-year-old center is out for this season with a broken ankle.,Stramel sustained the injury in Michigan State's season-end...
Jon Rahm confident he'll play in '27 Ryder Cup despite DPWT stalemate
AUGUSTA, Ga. -- John Rahm is confident his issues with the DP World Tour will be resolved in plenty of time for the Spaniard to compete for Europe in the 2027 Ryder Cup.,Eight LIV Golf players agreed to drop their appeals, pay pending fines to the DPWT and play in a mandatory minimum of six events -...
Cardinals acquire INF/OF Brayden Smith from Orioles
The St. Louis Cardinals acquired minor league infielder/outfielder Brayden Smith from the Baltimore Orioles on Tuesday in exchange for left-hander Nick Raquet.,The Cardinals designated Raquet, 30, for assignment on Sunday after just two relief appearances with the team, both in 2025.,Smith, 22, was ...
Biggest NBA Playoffs Concerns for Contenders Outside OKC
NBA playoff preview breaking down key concerns for the Rockets, Cavaliers, and Lakers as the Thunder chase a repeat title....
Report: Falcons' James Pearce Jr. won't attend workouts after arrest
Falcons linebacker James Pearce Jr. is not expected to report for the start of Atlanta's offseason program Tuesday following his February arrest in Florida, NFL Network reported.,Pearce, 22, is facing a potential league suspension in addition to multiple criminal charges including aggravated battery...
MLB Picks Today: Best Bets for Diamondbacks vs Mets and Athletics vs Yankees
MLB picks and best bets for today featuring Freddy Peralta outs prop and Cam Schlittler strikeouts against a high-K Athletics lineup....
Masters Betting Picks 2026: Best Value Bets Beyond Scottie Scheffler
Masters 2026 betting preview with top picks, sleepers, and value plays including Chris Gotterup, J.J. Spaun, and Brooks Koepka....
USMNT striker Patrick Agyemang (Achilles) out of World Cup
U.S. men's national team striker Patrick Agyemang will miss this summer's World Cup due to an Achilles injury.,Agyemang, 25, sustained the injury Monday while playing for Derby County against Stoke City in England. He landed awkwardly after leaping to challenge for the ball and left on a stretcher i...