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DOJ reviewing Disney-Fubo deal for antitrust potential
The Department of Justice is investigating Disney's deal to take over a controlling interest in FuboTV, multiple outlets including Reuters reported Wednesday.,The DOJ is exploring whether such an acquisition would be a competition concern for streaming networks, with Disney potentially holding too m...
Nationals mash early to claim another Beltway win over Orioles
James Wood and Josh Bell belted early home runs and Luis Garcia Jr.'s eighth-inning sacrifice fly broke a tie as the Washington Nationals beat the visiting Baltimore Orioles 4-3 on Wednesday night.,The Nationals won for the second night in a row and go for the sweep of the three-game series Thursday...
Hall of Fame DL Steve McMichael dies at 67
Steve McMichael, a Pro Football Hall of Famer and former stalwart of the iconic Chicago Bears defenses in the 1980s, has died at the age of 67.,Nicknamed "Mongo" and known as a colorful character both on and off the field for the Bears, McMichael succumbed to a long battle with ALS on Wednesday, dyi...
Flau’jae Johnson: "Yes, I’m coming back to LSU"
Star guard Flau'jae Johnson announced Wednesday that she is continuing her college basketball career at LSU.,"Yes, I'm coming back to LSU," Johnson told Front Office Sports.,Digging a little deeper, Johnson said her decision dealt with having conversations with head coach Kim Mulkey as opposed to te...
Lightning look to turn page, even series vs. Panthers
The Tampa Bay Lightning have lost home-ice advantage. Now they must find a way to ensure they do not head to the home of the defending Stanley Cup champions down by a pair of games in the best-of-seven Eastern Conference first-round series.,The Lightning, who finished four points ahead of the Florid...
MLB Over/Under Best Bet: Colorado Rockies vs. Kansas City Royals, April 23
April 23rd's top MLB betting pick is an over/under bet on the total of Wednesday evening's Colorado Rockies vs. Kansas City Royals game....
Lydia Ko nursing pain in arm ahead of major
Lydia Ko is dealing with a tingling sensation in her right arm after waking up with a neck spasm earlier in the week.,Ko, the World's No. 3 player, discussed her situation ahead of the LPGA's first major of the season, the Chevron Championship in The Woodlands, Texas.,"I've been getting a lot of tre...
Phillies reinstate INF/OF Weston Wilson from IL
The Philadelphia Phillies reinstated infielder/outfielder Weston Wilson from the 10-day injured list on Wednesday.,Wilson, 30, began the season on the IL with a left oblique strain sustained during spring training.,He batted .158 (6-for-38) with two RBIs in 10 rehab games with Class A Clearwater and...
Bold 2025 NFL Draft Predictions: Surprise Picks, Trades, and a Wild QB Reunion
Get ready for chaos on draft night—3 bold 2025 NFL Draft predictions, including surprise QB picks, top-5 RB buzz, and a college reunion twist....
Jimmer Fredette announces basketball retirement at 36
Jimmer Fredette, a college basketball standout who later starred in China and with USA Basketball, announced his retirement from the game on Wednesday.,"It's time to say goodbye to basketball," he posted to X. "I have loved every second of my career through the good and the bad! Thank you all for th...
Nico Iamaleava’s Exit From Tennessee Marks New Era of College Football
Nico Iamaleava left the Tennessee Volunteers right before spring ball because of an NIL dispute, and he's just the first player that will take this route....
Lions-Chargers to kick off preseason in Hall of Fame Game
The Detroit Lions and Los Angeles Chargers will meet July 31 in the 2025 Hall of Fame Game in Canton, Ohio, as part of enshrinement week.,Antonio Gates, who spent his entire career as a tight end with the Chargers (2003-2018), is among the enshrinees to the 2025 class.,The game will be played in Tom...
Dynamo acquire F Toyosi Olusanya from Scottish club
The Houston Dynamo signed English striker Toyosi Olusanya through June 2026 with club options through 2028.,The 27-year-old was acquired on Wednesday on a full transfer from Scottish side St. Mirren FC.,"Toyosi is a dynamic goal scorer who adds more physicality and verticality to our attack," Dynamo...
MOUZ, Vitality secure semifinal spots at IEM Melbourne
MOUZ and Team Vitality earned direct berths into the semifinals of the $300,000 Intel Extreme Masters Melbourne 2025 event in Australia on Wednesday.,In the upper-bracket final of Group A, MOUZ defeated The MongolZ 13-9 on Mirage and 13-7 on Nuke to advance.,In the same round in Group B, Vitality to...
Diamondbacks seek continued consistency in matchup vs. Rays
The Arizona Diamondbacks have found the offensive consistency that the Tampa Bay Rays have been missing recently.,With Pavin Smith getting two more extra-base hits, the Diamondbacks won the first game of a three-game series between the two teams on Tuesday and will look for their eighth victory in t...
NFL Draft 2025: Three Big Surprises You Won't See Coming
From Ashton Jeanty to Carson Schwesinger, explore bold NFL Draft predictions and surprise first-round picks that could shake up the 2025 draft board....
Best NBA Playoffs Bets for April 23: Wednesday Picks, Predictions & Player Props
These are the best NBA Playoffs bets for April 23, including expert predictions, point spreads, and player props for Celtics, Cavs, and Rockets matchups....
Led by Christian Yelich's slam, Brewers blast Giants
Christian Yelich smacked a grand slam, Jake Bauers added a two-run shot to an eight-run sixth inning and the visiting Milwaukee Brewers erupted for an 11-3 win over the San Francisco Giants on Tuesday night.,Jose Quintana (3-0) threw his third consecutive gem, limiting the Giants to one run in six i...
Luka Doncic leads Lakers to 1-1 tie with Timberwolves
Luka Doncic scored 16 of his 31 points in a dominating first quarter and added 12 rebounds and nine assists as the Los Angeles Lakers evened their Western Conference first-round playoff series with a 94-85 victory over the visiting Minnesota Timberwolves on Tuesday.,LeBron James added 21 points and ...
Second-half surge propels Thorns to rout of Gotham
Caiya Hanks scored the tiebreaking goal in the 61st minute and Portland Thorns pulled away in the second half for a 4-1 victory over visiting Gotham FC on Tuesday night.,Hanks scored her first career goal by stepping into a right-footed shot in the center of the box after getting a pass from Sam Cof...