Winning an NBA championship is a lot like building a modern-day hotel. From the street level, what the Cleveland Cavaliers have constructed looks impressive. They’ve got a star attraction in Donovan Mitchell. A powerful front-court tandem in Jarrett Allen and Evan Mobley. A microwave-type second scorer in Darius Garland. And some decent depth. Watching the…
Apr 29, 2025; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Toronto Blue Jays starting pitcher Bowden Francis (44) pitches to the Boston Red Sox during the first inning at Rogers Centre. Mandatory Credit: John E. Sokolowski-Imagn Images The Cleveland Guardians and host Toronto Blue Jays have combined for six homers while splitting the first two games of their weekend…
Apr 27, 2025; Kansas City, Missouri, USA; Kansas City Royals catcher Salvador Perez (13) runs to first base after a hit during the sixth inning against the Houston Astros at Kauffman Stadium. Mandatory Credit: William Purnell-Imagn Images The team that’s able to generate some offense — any offense — might be in the best shape…
May 3, 2025; Miami, Florida, USA; Miami Marlins right fielder Kyle Stowers (28) hits a walk-off grand slam against the Oakland Athletics in the ninth inning at loanDepot Park. Mandatory Credit: Jim Rassol-Imagn Images Kyle Stowers turned around a 102-mph fastball for a walk-off grand slam with two outs in the ninth inning as the…
Jun 25, 2023; Harrison, New Jersey, USA; Carli Lloyd before the game between the Chicago Red Stars and NJ/NY Gotham FC at Red Bull Arena. Mandatory Credit: Dennis Schneidler-Imagn Images Former United States women’s national team star Carli Lloyd headlined the National Soccer Hall of Fame’s 2025 class inducted in a ceremony Saturday in Frisco,…
May 3, 2025; Vancouver, British Columbia, CAN; Vancouver Whitecaps FC midfielder Jean-Claude Ngando (26) reaches for the ball against Real Salt Lake midfielder Braian Ojeda (6) during the first half at BC Place. Mandatory Credit: Simon Fearn-Imagn Images Despite missing key attacker Brian White (hamstring injury), the Vancouver Whitecaps defeated Real Salt Lake 2-1 to…
Cory Sandhagen (red gloves) fights with Deiveson Figueiredo (blue gloves) during UFC Fight Night at Wells Fargo Arena on May 3, 2025, in Des Moines. DES MOINES, Iowa — Bantamweight Cory Sandhagen defeated Deiveson Figueiredo in unexpected fashion on Saturday night, forcing the former two-time flyweight champion to submit due to injury to his left…
May 3, 2025; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; San Diego Padres third baseman Manny Machado (13) celebrates after hitting a solo home run off Pittsburgh Pirates starting pitcher Bailey Falter (6) during the seventh inning at PNC Park. Mandatory Credit: David Dermer-Imagn Images The San Diego Padres have adjusted their rotation and tabbed right-hander Stephen Kolek to…
Trainer Bill Mott celebrated with the trophy in the winner’s circle after jockey Junior Alvarado rode Sovereignty to victory during the Kentucky Derby at Churchill Downs in Louisville, Ky. on May 3, 2025. LOUISVILLE, Ky. — Bill Mott looked like he was gliding on air as he made his way into the infield at Churchill…
May 2, 2025; Boston, Massachusetts, USA; Boston Red Sox relief pitcher Liam Hendriks (31) reacts to beating the Minnesota Twins at Fenway Park. Mandatory Credit: Eric Canha-Imagn Images Following a series-opening win, the Boston Red Sox will look to continue a strong start to their six-game homestand against the Minnesota Twins on Saturday afternoon. The…