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Tiger accepts special exemption into US Open at Pinehurst

Tiger Woods, a 15-time major winner, has accepted a special exemption into the 124th US Open next month at Pinehurst, the US Golf Association announced on Thursday. "From his 15-stroke victory at Pebble Beach in 2000 to his inspiring win on a broken leg at Torrey Pines in 2008, this championship is simply better when Tiger is in the field and his accomplishments in the game undoubtedly made this an easy decision for our special exemption...

Predicting what Jeff Hafley's Packers defense will look like after NFL Draft

What Jeff Hafley's defense could look like after the Green Bay Packers added talent in the 2024 NFL Draft.

4 NFL teams who could shock the world in 2024, and 2 who could disappoint

Who could take a big step forward in 2024, and who could could fall back?

Mike Yaz homers at Fenway after visit from Hall of Fame grandfather; Giants beat Red Sox 3-1

BOSTON (AP) — Mike Yastrzemski had a visit from his grandfather Carl and then homered into the Red Sox bullpen like the Hall of Fame outfielder so often did in his heyday, and the San Francisco Giants beat Boston 3-1 on Thursday. Ryan Walker (3-2) pitched a perfect sixth inning to help the Giants avoid the sweep and snap Boston’s four-game winning streak. Camilo Doval pitched the ninth for his sixth save. “Six hits. Scratched three runs out of...

Tennis-Medvedev withdraws from Madrid Open as Lehecka advances into semis

MADRID (Reuters) - Czech Jiri Lehecka progressed to the semi-finals of the Madrid Open on Thursday after world number four Daniil Medvedev quit the match with a groin problem after losing the first set. Third seed Medvedev requested a medical time out due while leading 3-2 and continued to visibly struggle to move after coming back onto the court. Lehecka, who knocked out Rafa Nadal in the last

Ranking MLB's stadiums from 1 to 30: Baseball travelers' favorite ballparks

USA TODAY's baseball travelers vote on their favorite ballparks, from the best to the worst.

Comcast blacks out 15 regional sports networks in contract dispute with distributor

SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — Comcast has blacked out 15 regional sports networks offered by Bally Sports, escalating a contract dispute with their distributor. The cutoff affects games played by a dozen Major League Baseball teams based in nine states. Diamond Sports Group, which distributes the networks under the Bally name, called the blackout “disappointing” and blamed Comcast for refusing to “engage in substantive discussions.” Comcast, meanwhile,...

5 biggest questions facing the Lakers heading into the offseason

From LeBron James’ and D’Angelo Russell’s contract decisions to Darvin Ham’s future with the organization, here are the five biggest questions facing the Lakers heading into the offseason.

Three biggest Seahawks 2024 NFL Draft mistakes

The Seattle Seahawks had a disappointing 2023 season and did their best to retool this offseason while bringing in a new head coach to replace Pete Carroll. Mike MacDonald, the former Michigan and Baltimore Ravens defensive mastermind, is in while Carroll has rode off into the sunset on his white horse. The Seahawks did their

Matt DiBenedetto's future in NASCAR receives a big update in 2024

didn't have a ride to start the 2024 NASCAR season after being full-time in 2023. DiBenedetto entered his second full-time season with Rackley W.A.R. in the NASCAR Truck Series, but the two sides parted ways in October 2023. However, Viki

Point Guard Ben Hammond set to visit Tennessee

A new target emerges.

How to watch St. Louis Cardinals game amid Bally Sports/Comcast Xfinity dispute

Here's how to watch St. Louis Cardinals games during the Bally Sports/Comcast Xfinity dispute.

It's Quite a List: NASCAR Connections to Indy 500 Date Back to 1963

Kyle Larson is the latest in a long line of NASCAR drivers and teams with dreams of Indianapolis 500 glory.

Knicks advance to the Eastern Conference semis, topping 76ers 118-115 in Game 6

PHILADELPHIA (AP) — Josh Hart raised his arms and extended three fingers on each hand on his go-ahead 3-pointer from the top of the arc with 24.4 seconds left that was finally enough to send the New York Knicks past the Philadelphia 76ers 118-115 in Game 6 on Thursday night and into the second round of the playoffs. Jalen Brunson had 41 points and 12 assists to lead the Knicks, who are set for an Eastern Conference semifinal matchup with...

This 236-yard missile at the CJ Cup Byron Nelson might be the purest ace you see all year

All hole-in-ones are special, but not every ace is created equal. There’s various factors at play. Distance, wind and pin position are big ones. Then there’s the course, the tees and, of course, lady luck—a big kick or a fortuitous ricochet count the same on the scorecard but are worth less in social currency. None of this was of concern to Raul Pe...

2024 Kentucky Oaks preview, prediction: Horses, odds, picks

Saturday’s Kentucky Derby is the headliner this weekend, but the hardcore railbirds in your life will tell you that the party really gets started on Friday evening with the Kentucky Oaks. The 2024 Kentucky Oaks will take place at 5:51 p.m. ET on Friday at Churchill Downs and features a field of 14 of the world’s best three-year-old fillies. The general consensus for this year’s Kentucky Oaks is that it is one of the deepest fields in recent...

PGA Tour winner and longtime Masters broadcaster Peter Oosterhuis dies at age 75

One day short of his 76th birthday, PGA Tour winner and former Masters broadcaster Peter Oosterhuis passed away on Thursday morning.

High powered Braves arm Rolddy Muñoz earns promotion

Earlier this week, the Braves announced a promotion to AA Mississippi for one of their more exciting pitching prospects Rolddy Muñoz. If the name sounds familiar, it’s because his brother, Roddy Muñoz, also came up through the Braves farm system before being designated for assignment last season.

Olivia Dunne Signs Multi-Million NIL Deal: Continues to Lead Collegiate Athletics’ Massive Shift

Minnesota Vikings News, May 2: Vikings Bet Future on 2024 NFL Draft, A Free Agent TE Vikings Could Target, and More

The Minnesota Vikings made some splashes in the 2024 NFL Draft with a pair of trade-ups to add players they hope will turn into franchise cornerstones for the foreseeable future. Trading up twice in the first round alone is certainly a gamble, though one which Minnesota was willing to take to land players the franchise clearly regarded highly. Whether general manager Kwesi Adofo-Mensah’s moves ultimately pay dividends for the Vikings, however,...

Wally Dallenbach, former IndyCar driver and CART chief steward, dies at 87

Former IndyCar driver Wally Dallenbach, who became one of open-wheel racing's most respected officials, has died at 87.

Fever raise expectations after pairing top picks Caitlin Clark, Aliyah Boston: 'Sometimes losing does pay off'

Indiana has its eyes set on the postseason after making back-to-back No. 1 picks

Packers land six players in Aaron Rodgers trade: Here's Green Bay's final haul from 2023 deal with Jets

It took more than 12 months, but the Packers finally have their full haul from the Aaron Rodgers trade

Detroit Lions 2024 NFL Draft picks with best chance to start in Year 1

The Detroit Lions added a total of six players in the 2024 NFL Draft, but not all of them will have a chance to start in Year 1.

IndyCar team owner Dale Coyne believes a new car is essential for the series

Wants the new Indy car to be ‘The best racing car in the world'

Erica Wheeler may lose her starting spot to Caitlin Clark. Why she's eager to help her.

Erica Wheeler was a WNBA All-Star. Now, the Indiana Fever vet is embracing 'big sister' role as Caitlin Clark likely takes starting point guard job.

My Top 100 players in the draft, see where they landed

216 projected players drafted out of 257 possible picks

7 men’s college basketball transfer portal winners so far

These 7 teams aced the transfer portal in men’s college basketball.

WNBA Announces Tipoff Times For 4 Big Preseason Games

Earlier this afternoon the WNBA announced the schedule for four big preseason games in the coming days. Up first is a battle between the Indiana Fever and Dallas Wings set for Friday night at 8:00 p.m. ET. Just a day later the Seattle Storm will face off against the Los Angeles Sparks at 9:30 p.m. ...

MLB's highest-paid catchers for 2024 season. Top 10.

The Dodgers and Will Smith agreed to a 10-year, $140 million extension, believed to be the longest term for a catcher's contract.

Formula 1 picks, odds, start time, grid: 2024 Miami Grand Prix predictions, F1 bets from proven model

SportsLine's model analyzes Max Verstappen, Lewis Hamilton, and the rest of the starting grid's chances at the F1 Miami GP 2024

Were politics why Vikings CB Khyree Jackson barely played at Alabama?

The Minnesota Vikings took Oregon CB Khyree Jackson at 108th overall, but barely played for the Alabama Crimson Tide. Was it due to politics?

Grading The NFC North’s 2024 Draft Classes

The 2024 NFL Draft is in the books. That means it’s time to review the weekend and determine how much better a stacked NFC North got. Who won the weekend? We’ll dive into all of that and more!

Who will Chiefs play in 2024 NFL season opener? Ranking Kansas City's best potential Week 1 opponents

The Chiefs will open the NFL regular-season schedule Thursday night for a second consecutive year and a third time in five years. Here's ranking the best possible matchups for their 2024 regular-season opener.

Each NBA Franchise’s All-Time Starting 5

The Gridiron's Greatest: Top 25 NFL Receivers in History

These wide receivers created significant impacts in their respective eras in the NFL, leading to a lasting change in the league's history.

Mets-Cubs series finale came with yet another umpire controversy

Another day, another questionable call in the Mets-Cubs series. A little over 12 hours after a game-ending call controversy involving a slide at home plate, umpires in Thursday’s matinee game at Citi Field seemingly missed another call after a slide, this time at second base. In the sixth inning, Pete Crow-Armstrong laced a double into right field but overshot the base, using his helmet to hold onto the bag as he was tagged by Mets shortstop...

Dodgers ace to make first start in nearly two years on Monday

Two-time All-Star Walker Buehler will make his long-awaited return on Monday against the Marlins.

Kevin Harvick is tired of the air blocking debate between Denny Hamlin, Kyle Larson

This week the debate over air blocking was brought up once again and frankly, Kevin Harvick is over it. He heard out Kyle Larson and Denny Hamlin. But Harvick wants NASCAR fans to realize that this is not a new phenomenon. Ever since wind tunnel testing, and really, before, aerodynamics have played a major role in motorsports. Before anyone knew wh...

BREAKING: Badgers land Missouri transfer guard John Tonje

The Badgers are adding shooting with their third transfer of the offseason.

Unbreakable NBA Records: 25 Achievements That Stand the Test of Time

Not even the greatest players in the NBA will ever be able to top these records. Or will they? Check out the most impressive milestones in basketball history right here.

Packers decline fifth-year option for CB Eric Stokes

The Green Bay Packers are not picking up cornerback Eric Stokes’ fifth-year option, according to NFL Network’s Mike Garafolo. The decision does not come as a surprise, as Stokes’ av

'Consensus' Draft Grades: Commanders' Class Ranks Among League's Best

The Washington Commanders cleaned up at last week's NFL Draft.

The Ultimate F1 Legends: Top 10 Greatest Drivers of All Time

Embark on a journey through the exhilarating careers and unparalleled achievements of Formula 1's top ten legendary drivers.

3 quick takeaways from Wisconsin’s spring practice No. 15

The Badgers finished spring practice with a high-energy day.

NHL Stanley Cup playoffs 2024: Scores, schedule, times, TV for first-round games

The NHL's 2024 Stanley Cup playoffs have begun with four first-round matchups in the Eastern Conference and four in the Western Conference.

Jim Furyk, caddie Mike 'Fluff' Cowan part amicably after 25 years as Fluff takes permanent bag on PGA Tour

McKINNEY, Texas – For the last 25 years, Jim Furyk and Mike “Fluff” Cowan have gone together like Forrest Gump and a box of chocolates. But all good things must come to an end. Fluff has a new steady bag, working at this week’s CJ Cup Byron Ne

Resilience jockey, trainer, odds and more to know about Kentucky Derby 2024 horse

Resilience is one of the longshots for the win at the 2024 Kentucky Derby. Here's everything to know about the horse.

How to watch Caitlin Clark's first WNBA preseason game: Live stream, TV channel, tip time for Fever vs. Wings

Clark will get her first taste of WNBA action Friday in Arlington, Texas

Kentucky Derby 2024: Cheat Sheet for racing form, past performances, odds, start time, jockeys, post positions

SportsLine's 2024 Kentucky Derby racing form cheat sheet features PPs info and analysis for Churchill Downs