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Allyson Felix plans to return to competition in 2027 after retiring in 2022.
NBA Playoffs
All the games — times, dates, where to watch — in one easy-to-check-out location.
Oklahoma City Thunder vs. Los Angeles Lakers Game 2, Round 2 NBA Playoff Betting Preview
Go inside the mind of Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, from his origins in Canada to his always get better mentality that has him skyrocketing to stardom in the NBA.
NBA Showtime discusses the turnover battle that proved costly for the Cavaliers in Game 1 against the Pistons and how Cleveland can play with more intention to even the series.
Pierre Andresen reacts to the Cleveland Cavaliers’ postseason struggles despite their talented roster, as well as the differences when playing away from home court.
Chet Holmgren joins NBA Showtime to recap the Thunder’s win over the Lakers in Game 1, where he “kept it simple” in dropping a team-high 24 points and stayed aggressive with his shots.
Eric Samulski breaks down how the Knicks beat the 76ers in the Eastern Conference playoffs
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Two weeks ago tonight, the Jets made three picks in the first round of the draft.
Free-agent receiver Stefon Diggs spent two days this week in court, in a criminal trial that hinged on a star witness who badly failed to deliver.
Chris Simms spent most of the past week in London.
It’s an announcement of the announcement of the announcement.
MLB
Yankees’ Jasson Domínguez has left shoulder sprain after crashing into left-field wall in 1st inning
New York Yankees left fielder Jasson Domínguez sprained his left shoulder while crashing into the wall as he caught Brandon Nimmo’s drive leading off the first inning of Thursday’s game against Texas.
After making MLB history on Wednesday, James Schiano dives into Tyler Glasnow’s early removal, assessing how fantasy managers should move forward with the “mercurial” starting pitcher.
With the Cubs’ rotation taking another hit following Matthew Boyd’s injury, James Schiano details how fantasy managers should proceed with Chicago’s staff and who could fill the void left by Boyd.
James Schiano shares what fantasy managers can expect from Marlins’ top prospect Robby Snelling ahead of his first career MLB start on Friday, explaining why he has the chance to rapidly ascend fantasy ranks.
Premier League
Aston Villa hammered Nottingham Forest in their semifinal second leg to reach the Europa League final in Istanbul.
The 2025-26 Premier League table is absolutely bonkers and so tight.
Check out the Premier League schedule for the 2025-26 season, with everything you need for all 380 games.
The Championship playoffs are one of the most intense and exhilarating events in the football calendar, as the final promotion spot for the 2026-27 Premier League season will be decided over the coming weeks.
Motor Sports
After 13 years on the bike, Cade Clason will run his final race in the 2026 Supercross finale in Salt Lake City.
One unlikely scenario exists that would create a tie in the championship points. Otherwise the math is simple: whoever finishes first, wins.
It’s (practically) a winner-take-all scenario between Ken Roczen and Hunter Lawrence this week in the Supercross season finale.
Ricky Carmichael and Ryan Villopoto dive into another crash between Cooper Webb and Jorge Prado in Denver and what may happen between the two riders as the SMX season progresses.
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Patrick Daugherty and Denny Carter react to reports that the Aaron Rodgers situation could be resolved in Pittsburgh soon.
Patrick Daugherty and Denny Carter explain why Josh Downs “could be real fun” for fantasy managers in 2026.
Patrick Daugherty and Denny Carter sift through the scuttlebutt surrounding the 49ers’ selection of De’Zhaun Stribling.
Matthew Berry, Jay Croucher and Connor Rogers share their early picks for Super Bowl LXI for the 2026-27 NFL season.
Matthew Berry, Jay Croucher and Connor Rogers list notable tight ends with changed value after the draft including Mark Andrews, Dallas Goedert and rookie Kenyon Sadiq.
Matthew Berry, Jay Croucher and Connor Rogers lay out why Jaxson Dart is a top-10 fantasy quarterback heading into 2026 with the New York Giants.
Betting
Boston Red Sox vs. Tampa Bay Rays Betting Preview for May 7
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Oklahoma City Thunder vs. Los Angeles Lakers Game 2, Round 2 NBA Playoff Betting Preview
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Golf
Tommy Fleetwood reflects on his play at the conclusion of the first round of the PGA Tour’s 2026 Truist Championship, saying he “played well” after finishing tied for 8th place at -4 heading into day two.
Watch highlights from the opening round of the PGA Tour’s ONEflight Myrtle Beach Classic at Dunes Golf and Beach Club.
Watch highlights from the opening round of the PGA Tour’s Truist Championship at Quail Hollow Club in Charlotte, North Carolina
Rory McIlroy appeared rested and relaxed as he prepared for his first tournament since repeating as Masters champion. Just don’t let that be confused with complacency.
Phil Mickelson also is out of the PGA Championship.
The Zurich Classic of New Orleans is the latest PGA Tour event to announce its dates for a 2027 season that is looking to be similar to this year, minus Hawaii.
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The New Jersey Devils hired Sunny Mehta as their general manager, bringing back their former director of analytics to oversee their hockey operations department.
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The Brewers have grown accustomed to scoring runs without necessarily having much punch in their lineup. They’re needing to do that more than ever as they wait for some of their top hitters to recover from injuries.
Houston Open champion Gary Woodland, Matt Fitzpatrick and Rickie Fowler were in the group of players at 65.
There was a lot of experience Glen Gulutzan gained in the 12 years between being let go by the Stars after his first two seasons as an NHL head coach and being re-hired last summer — by the same general manager who soon after taking that role in 2013 decided not to keep him.
