May 10, 2025; Detroit, Michigan, USA; Texas Rangers starting pitcher Jacob deGrom (48) pitches in the first inning against the Detroit Tigers at Comerica Park. Mandatory Credit: Rick Osentoski-Imagn Images More than bragging rights for the Lone Star State will be on the line when the Houston Astros clash with the Texas Rangers on Thursday…
File this under things that are never going to happen. But if Rob Manfred and Major League Baseball owners so desired, they’d realize the standings are making the case there’s no need to bring the game to the brink of a sport-ruining work stoppage in 2027 and beyond by pushing for a salary cap in…
What do the Mighty Ducks, Buster Douglas, the 1980 U.S. Olympic hockey team and 2025 Duke basketball all have in common? They’re America’s favorite underdog! After blowing a nine-point lead with just three minutes to play against Houston in the Final Four, Duke was ceremoniously bounced from the tournament. The Blue Devils were heavy favorites—as…
Jun 17, 2025; Los Angeles, California, USA; Los Angeles Dodgers manager Dave Roberts (30) argues with umpire Marvin Hudson (51) during the third inning against the San Diego Padres at Dodger Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Gary A. Vasquez-Imagn Images For the fourth time this season, the Los Angeles Dodgers will welcome a pitcher back from Tommy…
May 22, 2025; Washington, District of Columbia, USA; Washington Nationals outfielder Robert Hassell III (57) runs the bases against the Atlanta Braves during the second inning at Nationals Park. Mandatory Credit: Brad Mills-Imagn Images The Washington Nationals will look to extend their season-best five-game winning streak when they open a three-game series against the visiting…
May 28, 2025; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Tampa Bay Rays starting pitcher Drew Rasmussen (57) throws a pitch against the Minnesota Twins during the first inning at George M. Steinbrenner Field. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement Neitzel-Imagn Images Tampa Bay Rays right-hander Drew Rasmussen will put his scoreless innings streak on the line Tuesday when he takes…
The Supreme Court announced on Wednesday that it would decide on the availability of a commonly used abortion pill, the first major case involving abortion on its docket since it overturned the constitutional right to the procedure more than a year ago. The Biden administration had asked the justices to intervene after a three-judge panel…
May 23, 2025; Cincinnati, Ohio, USA; Cincinnati Reds starting pitcher Hunter Greene (21) pitches against the Chicago Cubs in the second inning at Great American Ball Park. Mandatory Credit: Katie Stratman-Imagn Images Cincinnati’s Hunter Greene has established himself as one of the best young pitchers in the majors. Meanwhile, prized Kansas City prospect Noah Cameron…
What a pro wants, what a pro needs is a Larry O’Brien Trophy — at least if that pro plays in the NBA. The Oklahoma City Thunder squandered a chance to earn the coveted hardware Thursday night, plain and simple. While another title shot awaits in Game 7 of the NBA Finals on Sunday, OKC…
Apr 9, 2025; Ft. Lauderdale, Florida, USA; Inter Miami CF forward Lionel Messi (10) celebrates with defender Jordi Alba (18) after scoring against the Los Angeles FC during the first half at Chase Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Sam Navarro-Imagn Images Inter Miami will host FC Cincinnati in a matchup of two of the top five teams…
