Is the race to win the National League Central already over? You’re not supposed to start a story with a question. They teach you this stuff in journalism school, or at least they did back in the olden days when dinosaurs roamed the Earth and we communicated our thoughts about sports by etching random shapes…
Stephen Curry is hobbled. But the show goes on. Just ask Draymond Green, who is fully confident in the Golden State Warriors’ playoff chances even though Curry left Tuesday’s series opener against the Minnesota Timberwolves because of a strained left hamstring. The Warriors cruised to a 99–88 win despite losing Curry in the second quarter….
Apr 25, 2025; Edmonton, Alberta, CAN; Edmonton Oilers forward Zach Hyman (18) celebrates a gaol scored by forward Ryan Nugent-Hopkins (93) during the first period in game three of the first round of the 2025 Stanley Cup Playoffs at Rogers Place. Mandatory Credit: Perry Nelson-Imagn Images After rallying from a 2-0 deficit to eliminate the…
Jan 15, 2025; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Golden State Warriors guard Buddy Hield (7) shoots the ball over Minnesota Timberwolves guard Mike Conley (10) and center Naz Reid (11) in the second half at Target Center. Mandatory Credit: Jesse Johnson-Imagn Images The Minnesota Timberwolves and Golden State Warriors each knocked off a higher-seeded opponent in the…
May 5, 2025; Miami, Florida, USA; Los Angeles Dodgers designated hitter Shohei Ohtani (17) celebrates with teammates after hitting a two-run home run against the Miami Marlins during the fifth inning at loanDepot Park. Mandatory Credit: Sam Navarro-Imagn Images Shohei Ohtani and Freddie Freeman each drilled two-run homers as the Los Angeles Dodgers defeated the…
May 1, 2025; New York City, New York, USA; New York Mets designated hitter Jesse Winker (3) runs out a double against the Arizona Diamondbacks during the eighth inning at Citi Field. Mandatory Credit: Gregory Fisher-Imagn Images New York Mets outfielder/designated hitter Jesse Winker will be out six to eight weeks because of a right…
May 5, 2025; Boston, Massachusetts, USA; New York Knicks guard Jalen Brunson (11) drives the ball against Boston Celtics guard Jrue Holiday (4) in the first quarter during game one of the second round for the 2025 NBA Playoffs at TD Garden. Mandatory Credit: David Butler II-Imagn Images Jalen Brunson and OG Anunoby each scored…
May 5, 2025; St. Louis, Missouri, USA; St. Louis Cardinals first baseman Willson Contreras (40) celebrates with third baseman Nolan Arenado (28) after hitting a two run home run against the Pittsburgh Pirates during the sixth inning at Busch Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Curry-Imagn Images Willson Contreras had two hits including a go-ahead two-run home…
May 5, 2025; Bronx, New York, USA; New York Yankees outfielder Aaron Judge (99) is tagged out at home by San Diego Padres shortstop Xander Bogaerts (2) while trying to score on a double by first baseman Ben Rice (not pictured) during the first inning at Yankee Stadium. Mandatory Credit: John Jones-Imagn Images Xander Bogaerts…
Apr 19, 2025; Atlanta, Georgia, USA; Atlanta Braves starting pitcher Chris Sale (51) throws against the Minnesota Twins in the first inning at Truist Park. Mandatory Credit: Brett Davis-Imagn Images The Atlanta Braves are hopeful that ace Chris Sale has gotten back in the groove when they send the left-hander to the mound to face…