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BYU, Arizona State part ways with coaches
BYU coach Amber Whiting announced Saturday that she will not be back next season, agreeing to part ways with the school.,A second Big 12 program, Arizona State, also has an opening after dismissing Natasha Adair.,Whiting just finished her third season at BYU and posted a 45-51 record, including 19-3...
Islanders vs. Sharks Prediction, Best NHL Over/Under Bet for March 8
Our expert NHL betting pick for March 8th is a goal total bet for the New York Islanders vs. San Jose Sharks matchup on Saturday night. ...
Reports: Cincinnati re-signing TE Mike Gesicki to 3-year deal
The Cincinnati Bengals are re-signing tight end Mike Gesicki to a three-year, $25.5 million contract, multiple outlets reported Saturday.,In his first season in Cincinnati in 2024, he caught 65 passes for 665 yards and two touchdowns -- the most receptions by a Cincinnati tight end since Dan Ross ca...
WR Michael Gallup eyes comeback after brief retirement
Former NFL wide receiver Michael Gallup is ending his retirement and seeking a return to the league, NFL Network reported.,Gallup, who retired last offseason, was released from the Las Vegas Raiders' reserve/retired list on Friday. He signed a one-year contract with the team in April 2024 but opted ...
Athletics to mark future in Las Vegas with jersey patch
The Athletics will be wearing a reminder of their eventual home on their jerseys this season.,The A's will wear a "Las Vegas" patch on their sleeves, thanks to a three-year sponsorship deal with the Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority. The A's will be playing the next three seasons at Sutter...
After two draws, Rapids hit road to face Austin FC
Austin FC will look to their home pitch for an advantage as they host the Colorado Rapids on Saturday in a Western Conference match.,The Verde (1-1-0, 3 points) head home on the heels of a 1-0 loss in Portland on March 1. Austin looked as if it would split the points before surrendering a set-piece ...
Celtics out to put an end to Lakers' win streak
The Boston Celtics will attempt to cool off the visiting Los Angeles Lakers when two of the NBA's marquee franchises meet Saturday night.,The Lakers stretched their winning streak to eight games by beating the New York Knicks 113-109 in overtime on Thursday after trailing by 10 points midway through...
Cal, Notre Dame look to build momentum heading into ACC tournament
Notre Dame and Cal have both locked up spots in the Atlantic Coast Conference tournament and now they look to build a little momentum as they close out the regular season on Saturday in South Bend, Ind.,The Fighting Irish (13-17, 7-12 ACC) are coming off a 56-54 win over Stanford on Wednesday that w...
MLS goal leader Tai Baribo, red-hot Union face Revolution
Tai Baribo will try to continue his stretch as the hottest striker in MLS on Saturday when his Philadelphia Union host a New England Revolution team that has yet to score two matches into its second season under manager Caleb Porter.,Baribo languished on Philadelphia's bench last season until the su...
Sergio Santos, FC Cincinnati eye continued success vs. Toronto FC
Both FC Cincinnati and Toronto FC each experienced decisive defeats that perhaps squashed any early season momentum that might have been generated.,Meanwhile, Cincinnati looks to continue its recent success over visiting Toronto when the sides meet Saturday.,FC Cincinnati (1-1-0, 3 points) opened th...
Illinois chases down No. 18 Purdue with late 13-1 run
Kasparas Jakucionis drilled a tie-breaking 3-pointer with 39 seconds left to highlight a late nine-point run that lifted Illinois to an 88-80 Big Ten victory over No. 18 Purdue on Friday night in the regular-season finale for both teams in Champaign, Ill.,Freshman Will Riley scored 22 points and Tre...
Cincinnati looking to save season, faces Oklahoma State
Cincinnati ends its regular season on the road Saturday against Oklahoma State in Stillwater, and while the campaign took a disappointing turn in Big 12 play for Wes Miller's Bearcats, the coach received a vote of confidence from his boss late Thursday.,John Cunningham, the school's athletic directo...
NHL Over/Under Best Bet: Utah Hockey Club at Chicago Blackhawks, March 7, 2025
Friday March 7th's top NHL betting pick is a point total for Utah Hockey Club at Chicago Blackhawks....
Shane Lowry moves in front at Arnold Palmer Invitational
Shane Lowry rang up six birdies in a 5-under-par 67 to establish a two-shot lead halfway through the Arnold Palmer Invitational on Friday in Orlando, Fla.,The Irishman stands at 8-under 136 after his stellar second round. He passed 18-hole leader Wyndham Clark, who posted a 71 Friday and is alone in...
Manchester City meets 'impressive' Nottingham Forest
Third-place Nottingham Forest will host fourth-place Manchester City on Saturday in a match that could prove crucial in the scrap for a top-four finish and automatic qualification for next year's UEFA Champions League.,With 11 matches to go for most clubs, not only are Forest (14-7-6, 48 points) and...
Top 5 MLB Prospects Poised for Breakout Rookie Seasons in 2025
Meet the top 5 MLB prospects ready to break out in 2025, from Roki Sasaki’s dominance to Jasson Domínguez’s star potential....
A's unveil new renderings, timeline for $1.75B Vegas ballpark
The Athletics have unveiled updated renderings of their proposed $1.75 billion new ballpark along the Las Vegas strip, as new details have emerged about the project.,Located on the former site of the Tropicana hotel, the team expects to break ground on the 33,000-seat stadium during the second quart...
Reports: Lawrence Butler, Athletics agree on 7-year extension
The Athletics are signing right fielder Lawrence Butler to a seven-year, $65.5 million contract extension, multiple outlets reported.,MLB.com reported the deal, which is pending a physical, includes a team option for 2032. While Butler was not eligible for free agency until 2029, the A's seemingly a...
Jayson Tatum puts up 35 as Celtics ease past 76ers
Jayson Tatum poured in a game-high 35 points and grabbed seven rebounds to help the depleted Boston Celtics extend their winning streak to three games with a 123-105 decision over the visiting Philadelphia 76ers on Thursday.,Tatum, who didn't play Wednesday in Boston's victory over the Portland Trai...
Report: Stephen A. Smith’s $100M ESPN deal allows more political talk
ESPN and Stephen A. Smith have agreed on a new five-year contract worth at least $100 million, The Athletic reported Thursday.,The deal allows the prolific opinionist to reduce some of his duties while remaining a regular fixture on "First Take" -- which could allow him to spend more time talking po...