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NFL vows not to explore streaming deals despite White House opposition
The NFL plans to continue offering a diversified broadcast package despite political and public criticism of the league expanding streaming opportunities with Netflix and Amazon. ,"We love our model," NFL president of media distribution Hans Schroeder said Friday, discussing the NFL's schedule relea...
Alex Smalley sets clubhouse lead, Chris Gotterup posts 65 at PGA
NEWTOWN SQUARE, Pa. -- Alex Smalley closed with a birdie to set the clubhouse lead at 4-under-par 136 on Friday, while Chris Gotterup and Japan's Hideki Matsuyama put themselves in contention at the PGA Championship halfway through the second round at Aronimink Golf Club.,Smalley, one of seven co-le...
Coveted 2027 TE Brock Williams commits to Texas
Brock Williams, one of the top tight ends in the Class of 2027, committed to Texas on Friday.,He is listed as a four-star prospect by the 247Sports composite, ranked as the No. 4 tight end in the nation and the No. 79 recruit overall. ,He had offers from 36 power-conference schools, as well as Notre...
5-star junior C Isaiah Hill commits to Purdue
Five-star junior center Isaiah Hill committed to Purdue's 2027 recruiting class on Friday.,The 7-footer from Indianapolis is ranked No. 13 nationally by the 247 Sports composite. He chose the Boilermakers over Louisville and Florida State.,"Purdue has been recruiting me since the eighth grade. [Assi...
Wolves' Terrence Shannon Jr. questionable for Game 6 vs. Spurs
Minnesota Timberwolves guard Terrence Shannon Jr. was added to the injury report for Friday's Game 6 of the Western Conference semifinal series versus the San Antonio Spurs in Minneapolis.,Shannon is listed as questionable due to a head contusion.,He missed all five shots from the floor and was limi...
Revs eager to rebound from home loss, host Minnesota United
Minnesota United have been slowed on offense in some recent matches, but containing the Loons might not be an easy chore for the New England Revolution.,The teams meet Saturday evening in Foxborough, Mass.,"A very challenging team. They have their uniqueness," New England coach Marko Mitrovic said o...
NASCAR's All-Star Race making Northeast debut at Dover
Watkins Glen's incredible closing run Sunday by Shane van Gisbergen and the NASCAR All-Star Race this weekend at Dover Motor Speedway represent the complete opposite ends of certainty in the Cup Series.,After winning for the sixth time in seven road races, van Gisbergen has established himself as pe...
Japan leaves injured Kaoru Mitoma off World Cup roster
Japan left injured midfielder Kaoru Mitoma off the 26-man World Cup roster announced by coach Hajime Moriyasu on Friday.,Mitoma suffered a hamstring injury during Brighton's Premier League match against Leeds on Saturday, leaving his World Cup status in serious doubt. That was confirmed with Friday'...
Report: Tigers ace Tarik Skubal already playing catch
Detroit Tigers ace Tarik Skubal already is playing catch, just nine days after undergoing elbow surgery, the New York Post reported Friday.,The left-hander underwent an arthroscopic procedure on May 6 to remove loose bodies in his pitching elbow. His original estimated recovery time of two months co...
Romelu Lukaku makes Belgium's World Cup roster
Romelu Lukaku was named to Belgium's 26-man World Cup roster on Friday despite the team's all-time leading scorer being limited to only five appearances for Napoli this season due to injuries.,Lukaku, 33, has 89 goals in 124 appearances for Belgium, but has not featured for the Red Devils since June...
Flyers re-sign G Aleksei Kolosov to a 1-year extension
The Philadelphia Flyers re-signed goaltender Aleksei Kolosov to a one-year, $850,000 contract extension on Friday.,Kolosov, 24, was 0-2-0 with a 4.00 goals-against average and an .830 save percentage in four NHL games in 2025-26.,He spent most of the season with the AHL's Lehigh Valley Phantoms, fin...
Taylor Fritz (knee) returning next week at Geneva Open
Taylor Fritz will return to the ATP Tour next week at the Geneva Open in Switzerland, he confirmed through the tournament's social media.,The 28-year-old American has been dealing with chronic knee tendinitis and has not competed since a Round of 16 loss in Miami on March 24.,"I am super excited to ...
Dodgers' Blake Snell strives to get on right road vs. Angels in Freeway Series
The Los Angeles Angels will return home to Anaheim to start a 10-game homestand on Friday night following a 1-5 road trip that concluded with getting swept in three games by the Cleveland Guardians.,The Angels, who own the worst record in the majors at 16-28, have lost 18 of their last 23 games and ...
Giants return to familiar ballpark for series with A's
Former Bay Area rivals go head-to-head in West Sacramento, Calif., on Friday night when the San Francisco Giants and Athletics open a three-game interleague series.,The Giants come into the series after a 5-2 road loss to the Los Angeles Dodgers on Thursday night that allowed the defending champs to...
After 'exhausting series,' Cards head home to face Royals
Ahead of an interleague series against the struggling Kansas City Royals, the St. Louis Cardinals continue to find ways to win.,After suffering through three straight years without a postseason appearance, fifth-year manager Oliver Marmol and company have passed tests through the first quarter of th...
Myles Turner flames Giannis, Bucks for lack of accountabilty
Myles Turner was unaccustomed to the lack of discipline and accountability he experienced in his first season with the Milwaukee Bucks.,Turner said on the "Game Recognize Game" podcast that now-former Bucks coach Doc Rivers refused to fine players for violations or tardiness, inspiring Giannis Antet...
Buster Posey’s Vision for the Giants Is Starting to Make Sense
The Giants are starting to show signs of life after taking two of three from the Dodgers behind Buster Posey’s vision....
Timberwolves Facing Major Questions Ahead of Elimination Game vs Spurs
The Timberwolves face elimination against Victor Wembanyama and the Spurs as major offseason questions loom....
MLB Picks Today: Twins and Mariners Headline Friday's Bets
Rivalry weekend delivers strong MLB betting opportunities with the Twins and Mariners featured as top picks....
NBA Playoff Best Bets: Cavaliers vs Pistons and Spurs vs Timberwolves Picks
The Cavaliers look to eliminate the Pistons while the Spurs try to advance to the Western Conference Finals against Minnesota....