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Storm make first visit to short-handed Valkyries
The Golden State Valkyries are expected to be without three key players when they host the Seattle Storm on Saturday night in the continuation of the Commissioner's Cup in San Francisco.,Among those expected to be away from the team at FIBA EuroBasket 2025 for potentially more than two weeks is Jane...

Argos aim to rebound from 'sloppy' game in clash vs. Stampeders
The defending Grey Cup champion Toronto Argonauts look to avoid an unsightly 0-2 start on Saturday when they host the Calgary Stampeders in their home opener.,The surprising Stampeders, meanwhile, are seeking a 2-0 start after finishing with the CFL's worst record at 5-12-1 in 2024 -- including a 1-...

Fever star Caitlin Clark (quad) to return after missing five games
Indiana Fever star guard Caitlin Clark will return to the lineup on Saturday afternoon in Indianapolis against the 9-0 New York Liberty, the team said Friday.,Clark, 23, missed the past five games with a left quad strain sustained during the Fever's previous meeting with the defending champion Liber...

Sam Burns shoots 65 to get in the mix at U.S. Open
OAKMONT, Pa. -- Sam Burns fired a 5-under-par 65, the lowest round of the week thus far, and leapt into contention at the U.S. Open as the second round got underway Friday at Oakmont Country Club.,Burns had six birdies, one bogey and a key par save at his final hole (No. 9) to wrap up the low round....

NBA, WNBA extend partnerships with 2K video game
The NBA and WNBA agreed in principle to terms for a multi-year global partnership expansion with the 2K video game, the leagues announced on Friday.,Also, 2K agreed in principle to terms to extend its relationships with the NBA G League and USA Basketball. ,"NBA 2K has engaged a new generation of ba...

San Jose's PayPal Park to host 2025 NWSL title game
The 2025 NWSL Championship will take place at PayPal Park in San Jose, Calif., on Nov. 22, the league announced Friday.,The NWSL has played its title match at a predetermined location since 2015. ESPN reported that PayPal Park had been the clear favorite since the start of the bidding process.,The 1...

Colts inducting late Jim Irsay into Ring of Honor in Week 1
The Indianapolis Colts will induct late owner and CEO Jim Irsay into their Ring of Honor during the Sept. 7 season opener against the Miami Dolphins at Lucas Oil Stadium.,The team made the announcement on Friday, which would have been the longtime executive's 66th birthday. Irsay passed away on May ...

Colts inducting late Jim Irsay in Ring of Honor in Week 1
The Indianapolis Colts will induct late owner and CEO Jim Irsay into their Ring of Honor during the Sept. 7 season opener against the Miami Dolphins at Lucas Oil Stadium.,The team made the announcement on Friday, which would have been the longtime executive's 66th birthday. Irsay passed away on May ...

Report: Rams LT Alaric Jackson dealing with blood clots
Los Angeles Rams left tackle Alaric Jackson is dealing with blood clots for the second time since 2022, NFL Network reported on Friday.,While Jackson is expected to play this season, the Rams secured insurance at the position by agreeing to terms with free agent tackle D.J. Humphries on Thursday.,Ja...
UFC Fight Night Best Bets: Usman vs. Buckley June 14th Picks
Get the top UFC Fight Night betting picks, including Joaquin Buckley by KO/TKO, Miranda Maverick by decision, and more. Full analysis and odds breakdown....

Report: Antonio Brown sought on attempted murder charge
Former All-Pro wide receiver Antonio Brown is being sought by authorities in Miami-Dade County on a charge of attempted murder with a firearm, according to a warrant reviewed by The Washington Post.,The charge stems from a shooting Brown allegedly was involved in at a celebrity boxing event in Miami...
Shohei Ohtani Getting Closer To Playing Both Ways for Los Angeles Dodgers
Shohei Ohtani’s long-awaited return to the mound could soon boost the injury-hit Dodgers as they aim for another World Series run. Here's the latest on his recovery and potential impact....
2025 Stanley Cup Final Proving That Sequels Can Be Better
The Florida Panthers and Edmonton Oilers are delivering a thrilling rematch in the Stanley Cup Final, with dramatic comebacks, overtime winners, and the promise of an unforgettable finish....

Coming off 12-K gem, Braves' Bryce Elder faces Rockies
Braves right-hander Bryce Elder will put his unbeaten record against the Colorado Rockies on the line Friday when the teams open a three-game series in Atlanta.,The Braves return home after winning two of three games at Milwaukee, which followed a seven-game losing streak. Atlanta is nine games unde...

Surging Reds eager to take on AL-best Tigers
The Cincinnati Reds view this weekend as a measuring stick to see just how much they have improved.,The Reds pushed their record above .500 with a five-game winning streak that was snapped Wednesday. They'll now head to Detroit to face the American League-leading Tigers for a three-game series that ...

Nats in desperate search for offense as they host Marlins
The Washington Nationals will try to carry over their performance late in a loss on Thursday when they open a three-game series against the visiting Miami Marlins on Friday night.,Washington dropped its fifth straight game -- 4-3 to the New York Mets -- but they did generate some late offense, scori...

Oilers rally in Game 4, drop Panthers in OT to knot finals
Leon Draisaitl scored another overtime goal. The Edmonton Oilers completed another comeback. And the end result is a tied Stanley Cup Final thanks to a 5-4 overtime victory over the Florida Panthers on Thursday in Sunrise, Fla.,Draisaitl capped a three-point outing with his NHL-record fourth overtim...

Leon Draisaitl scores in OT as Oilers even Stanley Cup Final
Leon Draisaitl scored at 11:18 of overtime to give the Edmonton Oilers a thrilling 5-4 victory over the Florida Panthers on Thursday in Sunrise, Fla., leveling the Stanley Cup Final at two wins apiece.,The Oilers trailed 3-0 after one period before rallying behind Draisaitl's three-point game.,The b...

Leon Draisaitl scores in OT as Oilers rally to even finals
Leon Draisaitl scored at 11:18 of overtime to give the Edmonton Oilers a thrilling 5-4 victory over the Florida Panthers on Thursday in Sunrise, Fla., leveling the Stanley Cup Final at two wins apiece.,The Oilers trailed 3-0 after one period before rallying behind Draisaitl's three-point game.,The b...

Denny Hamlin not racing in Mexico City after birth of son
Denny Hamlin, who won the NASCAR Cup series race at Michigan International Speedway last Sunday, will not compete this weekend in Mexico City due to the birth of his third child and first son on Wednesday.,Hamlin will stay in North Carolina with his fiancee Jordan Fish, two daughters and baby son. R...