Ravens owner Steve Bisciotti shocked by C.J. Mosley's contract with Jets

Illinois passes recreational marijuana law

Beer Brands Can Now Use Images of NFL Players in Advertisements

End of the 2019 season toughest slate for Buffalo Bills

The evolution of the Falcons CB position, 2008-2018

Who should REALLY be the NFL MVP favorite?

NBA Power Rankings: Every Team's Likelihood of a Summer Blockbuster Trade

NFL hands down 2-game suspension for Colts QB Chad Kelly

New on Sports Illustrated: SEC Schools Can Finally Sell Alcohol at Stadiums. But That Doesn't Mean They Will

Several SEC schools have decided they will not serve alcohol in their stadiums, even after the conference-wide ban was lifted on Friday.

NBA Power Rankings: Every Team's Likelihood of a Summer Blockbuster Trade

NBA Commissioner Adam Silver Supports Clippers' Inglewood Arena

The evolution of the Falcons CB position, 2008-2018

Who should REALLY be the NFL MVP favorite?

Ravens owner Steve Bisciotti shocked by C.J. Mosley's contract with Jets

'I'm also struggling every day': An NFL player on the loss of his sister

Devastated by the suicide of his older sister, Thomas opens up about his loss and shares his dedication to fighting America's mental health crisis.

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Kawhi Leonard's free agency is a touchy subject, and Clippers paid the price

Clippers fined over Leonard 'tampering'

2019 GBB Community Mock NBA Draft: Picks #5 and #6

Beer Brands Can Now Use Images of NFL Players in Advertisements

Illinois passes recreational marijuana law

The evolution of the Falcons CB position, 2008-2018

Who should REALLY be the NFL MVP favorite?

Ravens owner Steve Bisciotti shocked by C.J. Mosley's contract with Jets

Tottenham vs Liverpool: Loris Karius ‘turns down invite to attend Champions League final’

Arsenal news: Olivier Giroud appears to mock former club after Chelsea Europa League win and Piers Morgan is not happy

Virgil van Dijk on talkSPORT: Liverpool star talks Jurgen Klopp, Harry Kane and that special victory over Barcelona

Virgil van Dijk EXCLUSIVE: Liverpool star recalls half-time hammering from Jurgen Klopp and opens up on relationship

Chelsea become first side to win a European trophy without losing since Manchester United won 2008 Champions League

Manchester United transfer news: Romelu Lukaku told he can leave Red Devils during showdown talks with club’s hierarchy

Former Chelsea stars Cesc Fabregas and Eidur Gudjohnsen criticise Maurizio Sarri for snubbing Gary Cahill in Europa League final

Chelsea 4-1 Arsenal: Lee Dixon blasts Gunners stars for having ‘no heart and no desire’ after embarrassing Europa League final defeat

Arsenal news: Liverpool defender Virgil van Dijk wouldn’t make a difference in Unai Emery’s team, says Lee Dixon

Maurizio Sarri says he ‘deserves’ to stay as Chelsea manager after beating Arsenal in Europa League final

Tottenham Hotspur vs Liverpool: Guide to Madrid for the Champions League final, including food, drink, and travel tips

Champions League final iconic moments No.3: Chelsea captain John Terry’s slip against Manchester United in 2008

Who is Joao Felix? The Benfica wonderkid being chased by Manchester United and Manchester City and is labelled the next Cristiano Ronaldo

Giovani Lo Celso: Profile on the Real Betis midfielder wanted by Tottenham who idolised Angel Di Maria and is mates with Lionel Messi

Transfer news and football gossip: Hazard could join Real Madrid on Monday, Lukaku told he can leave Man United, Liverpool ‘make contact’ with £70m Pepe

Seahawks sue McDowell, want $800K bonus back

The Seahawks have sued former draft pick Malik McDowell, saying he has failed to return bonus money that an arbitrator said he should pay back.

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Thomas looking good in comeback with Ravens

Earl Thomas is having a great camp with the Ravens as he comes back from a broken leg.

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Browns eager for good dose of OBJ in minicamp

Browns receiver Odell Beckham Jr. has not been around the team since the first OTA session May 14, leaving coach Freddie Kitchens itching to get a look at one of the star players in Cleveland's offense.

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Bills LB facing domestic violence-related charges

Linebacker Tyrel Dodson, who signed with the Bills as an undrafted free agent, was arraigned Sunday in Scottsdale, Arizona, on misdemeanor charges related to domestic violence, according to court records.

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Peyton wants to 'stay connected' to the NFL

Two-time Super Bowl champion Peyton Manning says he wants to "stay connected" to the NFL as he continues in the second chapter of his professional career.

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Ex-Jags LB Brown charged with domestic battery

Former Jaguars linebacker Blair Brown has been charged with misdemeanor domestic battery, according to the Jacksonville Sheriff's Office.

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Seahawks' Russell Wilson without his top target and toughest critic

Doug Baldwin’s absence leaves Wilson without the most trusted and prolific receiver he has ever known and the player who held him accountable.

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A lot of 'crazy' on Jets' practice field with Adam Gase, Gregg Williams

Defensive end Leonard Williams says the Jets' new coaches have a penchant for being fiery and competitive, all of which fuels the team's intensity.

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NBA notebook: Pelicans lobby Davis to stick around

NBA veteran Kendall Gill reveals he still receives money from parents for his birthday

NBA commish on Lakers: 'They'll figure it out'

Lowe: Predicting who wins a tight, tense NBA Finals

The Warriors have experience and dazzling talent, but the Raptors have Kawhi Leonard and the defense to thwart them.

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Child struck by line drive at Cubs-Astros game

A young fan at Wednesday night's game between the Cubs and Astros in Houston was struck by a foul ball hit by Albert Almora Jr. and taken to the hospital.

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Report: Sons of LeBron, Wade teaming up in HS

LeBron James' son Bronny is moving to California's Sierra Canyon School, a source told ESPN, where he reportedly will team up with Dwyane Wade's son, Zaire.

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Sources: Davis meets with Pelicans EVP Griffin

Anthony Davis, who requested a trade from the Pelicans in January, and EVP David Griffin, who was hired in April, are expected to continue a dialogue in the near future, sources told ESPN.

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Gunnarsson's OT plea: 'Need one more chance'

After ringing the puck off the post late in the third period, Carl Gunnarsson told Blues coach Craig Berube he needed just "one more chance." He went on to score the winning goal at 3 minutes, 51 seconds of overtime.

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Foles' OTA absence due to wife's miscarriage

Jaguars quarterback Nick Foles missed Tuesday's OTA because he was caring for his wife after she had a miscarriage last weekend, Tori Foles revealed in an Instagram post Wednesday night.

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NBA spoke with Raptors about Drake during ECF

The NBA has spoken to the Raptors about rapper Drake's presence on the sideline.

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NBA Finals experts' picks: Who's giving the edge to the Raptors?

A three-peat for Golden State or more history for Toronto? Our experts make their predictions for the Finals and Finals MVP.

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Passan: MLB parks need full protective netting before it's too late

The terrifying scene in Houston of a child being taken off after being hit by a foul ball should be the last straw. Ballparks need netting from foul pole to foul pole.

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College basketball's winners and losers of the NBA draft deadline

Wednesday was the deadline for player entry in the 2019 NBA draft. Here are the college teams with bigger (or fewer) worries.

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Chelsea lifting silverware amid uncertainty is a peculiar, familiar success

Chelsea won the Europa League, but soon it could be without its manager and talisman. Such success, such chaos, is nothing new for the Blues.

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Introducing a new kind of no-hitter

Meet the Statcast No-Hitter. We'll test drive it today, see how it feels, see if we like it. Maybe we'll hate it and discard it immediately, or maybe we'll keep it around.

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Key metrics support Gustafsson as the favorite over Smith at UFC Fight Night

Alexander Gustafsson has the advantage in almost every significant statistical category heading into Saturday's UFC Fight Night main event in Stockholm against Anthony Smith. If Smith is going to defy the odds again, here's what he'll have to overcome.

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Jimi Manuwa willing to mortgage record for highlight-reel wars

Manuwa, once a top UFC light heavyweight contender, explains his new mindset to focus on exciting fights rather than results.

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History not on Anthony Joshua's side fighting in the U.S.

Unified heavyweight world titleholder Anthony Joshua is a big favorite in his United States debut, but fighting for a heavyweight title -- or defending one -- for the first time in the U.S. has not gone so well historically for British boxers.

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WNBA misses mark with lack of answers on Breanna Stewart's ambassador role

A WNBA ambassador role is a smart concept. The league announcing it without communicating the move properly only sparked confusion and controversy.

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NASCAR StatWatch: Rules package creating competition, excitement

The number of lead changes and lap leaders is up, while margins of victory are down -- sure signs that NASCAR is moving in the right direction.

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New on Sports Illustrated: Carl Gunnarsson Promises Blues' Win During Bathroom Break

Gunnarsson scored the Blues' overtime winner in Game 2 of the Stanley Cup Final. 

New on Sports Illustrated: Report: Ex-College Athlete Charged With Sending Death Threats After Lost Sports Bets

Addison Choi threatened to kill one athlete and their family, and "hang them from a tree" in July 2017, according to prosecutors.

New on Sports Illustrated: Blues' Physical Tone Evens Stanley Cup Final

St. Louis returned to its hard-nosed style of play and outlasted Boston 3–2 in overtime to pick up the franchise's first-ever Stanley Cup Final win. 

New on Sports Illustrated: Blues Beat Bruins in OT, Win First-Ever Stanley Cup Final Game

Defenseman Carl Gunnarsson scored the game-winner with his first career playoff goal.

New on Sports Illustrated: Report: Zaire Wade, LeBron James Jr. Teaming Up at Sierra Canyon High School

LeBron James and Dwyane Wade spent four seasons together with the Miami Heat and won two NBA championships together.

New on Sports Illustrated: Kansas' Quentin Grimes Pulls Name From NBA Draft, Enters Transfer Portal

Grimes started all 36 games for the Jayhawks last season.

New on Sports Illustrated: Congratulations to Chelsea - And to Maurizio Sarri, Who Stuck it to the Critics of 'Sarriball'

New on Sports Illustrated: Nick Foles's Wife Shares That Couple Suffered Miscarriage

Nick Foles had been ruled out from participating during the Jaguars' OTAs due to personal reasons.

New on Sports Illustrated: Report: Clippers Considered Buying Rights to Nike 'Klaw' Logo to Sway Kawhi Leonard

Kawhi Leonard will be a free agent following the conclusion of the 2018-19 season.

New on Sports Illustrated: Carlos Correa Fractured a Rib During Massage at His Home

Correa is expected to miss four to six weeks with the injury.

New on Sports Illustrated: Atlanta Braves to Host 2021 MLB All-Star Game at SunTrust Park

For the first time in two decades, the MLB will bring its All-Star game to the metro Atlanta in 2021.

New on Sports Illustrated: Grim Summer Looms as Arsenal’s Backdoor to the Champions League Is Slammed Shut By Chelsea

New on Sports Illustrated: Twitter Reacts as Hazard & Giroud Pounce on Arsenal Collapse to Crown Chelsea UEL Champions

New on Sports Illustrated: Eden Hazard Says 'Goodbye' to Chelsea After Europa League Title

Eden Hazard dropped even more hints about an imminent exit from Chelsea.

Tyler Reddick has a funny way of describing how good Kyle Larson is

On Waltrip Unfiltered, Tyler Reddick tells Michael Waltrip the funny way he describes how good Kyle Larson is.

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AUTO RACING: Auto Racing Glance

AUTO RACING: Auto Racing Glance

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Newman to race in Oscar Mayer throwback scheme at Darlington

Ryan Newman will run a car painted like the logo of the hot dog maker Oscar Mayer when he drives the Southern 500 at Darlington Raceway on Labor Day weekend.

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New on Sports Illustrated: Chelsea 4-1 Arsenal: Report, Ratings & Reaction as Blues Run Riot to Claim Europa League Glory

New on Sports Illustrated: Hazard asume frente a las cámaras que la final de la Europa League fue su despedida del Chelsea

New on Sports Illustrated: El 1x1 del Chelsea campeón de la Europa League

New on Sports Illustrated: El 1x1 de los futbolistas del Arsenal en la final de la Europa League

New on Sports Illustrated: 'Super Old' Federer to Play Old Contemporary's Son at French Open

Roger Federer advanced to the third round of the French Open, where he'll face 20-year-old Casper Ruud. 

New on Sports Illustrated: ESPN's 'Sunday Night Baseball' Crew to Call Yankees-Red Sox Game from Judge's Chambers

Jessica Mendoza, Matt Varsgersian and Alex Rodriguez will call Sunday's Yankees-Red Sox game while sitting in the special section at Yankee Stadium.

Can Cardinals coach Kliff Kingsbury succeed where other college coaches failed?

Kingsbury is just the 12th head coach to make the jump from the college ranks to the NFL since 2000, and the first since Bill O’Brien in 2014.

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Ravens owner: QB Jackson will run less in 2019

Team owner Steve Bisciotti said the vision of the Ravens organization is to build the squad around quarterback Lamar Jackson.

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Witten 'anxious to go prove' he still can play

Cowboys tight end Jason Witten, who is making a return to the playing field after a year in the broadcast booth, is "anxious to go prove" he still can play in the NFL.

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Incognito pleaded guilty to second Aug. incident

Richie Incognito agreed to plead guilty to charges of criminal damage and disorderly conduct -- both Class 1 misdemeanors in Arizona -- after an incident last August at his grandmother's home.

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Foles' OTA absence due to wife's miscarriage

Jaguars quarterback Nick Foles missed Tuesday's OTA because he was caring for his wife after she had a miscarriage last weekend, Tori Foles revealed in an Instagram post Wednesday night.

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Jets to begin interview process for new GM

New York is expected to conduct meetings beginning Thursday to find a replacement for former general manager Mike Maccagnan.

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Jay Gruden: 'Hard Knocks' should follow Raiders

Redskins coach Jay Gruden would be more than happy for the Oakland Raiders, who are coached by his brother, to be chosen for "Hard Knocks" over his team. "If they were smart, they would go to Oakland," Jay Gruden said.

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Security guard wants 'sincere' apology from Zeke

A security guard who was allegedly knocked down by Ezekiel Elliott in Las Vegas says he wants a "sincere" apology from the Cowboys running back.

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Sack attack: Mack wants to be best LB of all time

After posting a team-high 12.5 sacks in his first season with the Bears, Khalil Mack expects a full offseason with the team will help him be even better in 2019. "I want to be the best to play the game," he said.

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OBJ buys customized orange Rolls-Royce

Odell Beckham Jr.'s has purchased a tricked-out, orange Rolls-Royce complete with a pop-up hood ornament that features a miniaturized model of him in a Browns uniform making one of the one-handed catches he became known for while with the Giants.

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The NFL's unfinished offseason business: Top free agents, biggest questions, more

Can the Browns really make the leap? Where will Gerald McCoy land? With 100 days until the regular season kicks off, here's what's left to settle.

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James Conner's 2019 approach: 'I haven't earned anything'

The third-year running back is ready to do whatever it takes to hoist a trophy, including share the load in the backfield.

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Make-A-Wish fan makes bigger impact than Christian McCaffrey's biceps

On a hot, muggy day for OTAs, 11-year-old Peyton Raper gives Christian McCaffrey and the rest of the Panthers a boost.

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Northwestern Sets School Record For Academic All-Big Ten Honors

EVANSTON, Ill. — The Big Ten Conference announced that 86 Northwestern student-athletes received at-large and spring Academic All-Big Ten honors, giving the Wildcats a school-record 259 Academic All-Big Ten honorees during the 2018-19 year.

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'Cats to Host Providence in 2019 Gavitt Tipoff Games

EVANSTON, Ill. – Northwestern will host Providence Nov. 13 at Welsh-Ryan Arena as part of the 2019 Gavitt Tipoff Games. The contest will be televised by either FS1 or BTN and game time will be determined at a future date.

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Northwestern Day at Arlington Park set for June 2

ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Ill. – Arlington International Racecourse will once again turn purple and white to celebrate Northwestern Day on Sunday, June 2.

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Danielle Williams Earns NFCA All-American Honors

Danielle Williams has been named an NFCA All-American, the organization announced Wednesday. She is the 12th All-American in Northwestern history and the sixth Wildcat rookie ever to earn All-American status.

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Silver to Drake: Tone down your act, please

Analysis: Why the Raptors will win the NBA Finals

NBA rumors: Warriors see Kawhi Leonard as bigger problem than James Harden

NBL news: New Zealand Breakers, Carmelo Anthony rumours, RJ Hampton, Matt Walsh

Potential first-rounder, Georgia’s Nicolas Claxton, staying in 2019 NBA Draft

NBA notebook: Pelicans lobby Davis to stick around

Is Draymond Green the NBA's best defender ... ever?

The true story of Steph Curry’s championship season ... at a Toronto middle school

Rayjon Tucker to stay in NBA draft weeks after committing to Memphis

Commissioner Adam Silver thrilled about impact of 1st global NBA Finals

NBA talked to Raptors about Drake's sideline conduct

Draymond Green on belief he's the best defender ever: 'You don't just mistakenly become great'

Soccer could influence the future of the NBA

What the Raptors can learn from Kawhi Leonard's last playoff bout with the Warriors

In India, basketball begins to take root

NBA veteran Kendall Gill reveals he still receives money from parents for his birthday

NBA draft notebook: Washington G Nowell staying in draft

T.J. McConnell recalls how Brad Stevens, Celtics embarrassed him in NBA debut

NBA commish on Lakers: 'They'll figure it out'

Kobe Recruiting Kyrie to Lakers?

Tale of the Tait | NBL commissioner says landing R.J. Hampton is no sign of looming threat to NBA or college basketball

Jordan's Bulls and Kobe's Lakers: The three-peat teams Golden State is trying to emulate

Report: The Celtics are no longer the favorites to sign Kyrie Irving

The Worst-Case Scenario for the Train-Wreck Lakers

Ranking Every NBA Supermax Contract

NBA executive Amadou Fall picked as first president of Basketball Africa League

Bucks owner on Giannis Antetokounmpo: 'I believe he wants to be here'

Sixers and NBA News and Notes: Philly favorites to retain Butler & Harris

The Cavaliers are better off with Collin Sexton over any veteran they could have traded for

Heat news: Chris Bosh says the biggest 'what if' of his career is LeBron James staying with Miami

Blues even Stanley Cup Final with 3-2 OT win

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Gunnarsson's OT plea: 'Need one more chance'

After ringing the puck off the post late in the third period, Carl Gunnarsson told Blues coach Craig Berube he needed "just one more chance." He went on to score the winning goal at 3 minutes, 51 seconds of overtime.

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Bruins' Grzelcyk (head) sent to hospital after hit

Bruins defenseman Matt Grzelcyk was taken to the hospital for further evaluation after being hit hard into the boards by Blues forward Oskar Sundqvist in the first period of the Stanley Cup Final's Game 2.

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Belichick draws roars waving Bruins 'fan banner'

Patriots coach Bill Belichick grinned as he waved the Boston Bruins "fan banner" high above his head before Wednesday night's Game 2 of the Stanley Cup Final.

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Sharks bring back Boughner as assistant

Bob Boughner, who oversaw the Sharks' defense for two seasons before becoming the head coach of the Panthers, is returning to San Jose as an assistant.

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Blues winger Thomas out for Game 2 of finals

Blues winger Robert Thomas missed Game 2 of the Stanley Cup Final due to an undisclosed injury.

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Everybody loves Zdeno Chara

The mountainous Bruins captain has his team in another Stanley Cup Final. Teammates and opponents offer up tales of playing with or against him.

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Stanley Cup Playoffs Daily: Bruins-Blues Game 2 FAQ

Is Torey Krug the next Scott Stevens? How can St. Louis prevent another comeback? Should we be worried about Jordan Binnington?

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Winner’s Weekend: Martin Truex Jr. and Cole Pearn at Charlotte Motor Speedway

Martin Truex Jr. and Cole Pearn recap the strategy that brought them to Victory Lane in the Coca-Cola 600 at Charlotte Motor Speedway.

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Jurgen Klopp’s signings for Liverpool are worth nearly €1BILLION – almost 50% what Reds paid for them

Chelsea vs Arsenal: Maurizio Sarri storms off in fury during Blues’ training session following David Luiz and Gonzalo Higuain bust-up

Tottenham vs Liverpool: Heung-min Son set to draw huge TV figures in Far East

Chelsea vs Arsenal: Maurizio Sarri says N’Golo Kante is 50/50 to be fit for Europa League final

Tottenham transfer news: Kieran Trippier’s Napoli move ‘falls through’

Premier League: Ranking every manager’s performance in 2018/19 season from worst to best

Stay in Baku for just £2-a-night! Azerbaijan capital’s cheap ‘hostel’ compared with Chelsea team’s luxury hotel ahead of Europa League final against Arsenal

Aston Villa 2-1 Derby: Jack Grealish still partying a day after Dean Smith’s side seal Premier League return

Chelsea vs Arsenal: Gunners fans in Henrikh Mkhitaryan shirts stopped by police in Baku

Liverpool vs Tottenham: Jurgen Klopp explains how side would deal with Mohamed Salah injury repeat

Baku city guide: What Arsenal and Chelsea supporters can get up to in Azerbaijan’s vibrant capital ahead of Europa League final

Manchester United transfer news: Gary Neville backs Aaron Wan-Bissaka pursuit but warns about cost of Crystal Palace star

West Ham transfer news: Edimilson Fernandes ‘set for £8million move to Mainz’

Barcelona legend Xavi appointed head coach of Qatari club Al Sadd

Newcastle takeover latest: Toon fans warned to be ‘cautious’ about £350m Sheikh Khaled buyout claims

Tottenham transfer news: Giovani Lo Celso the subject of club record £53m bid

Chelsea vs Arsenal: Petr Cech questions mentality of Gunners players ahead of Europa League final

Aston Villa fan claims Tyrone Mings is ‘on par with Virgil van Dijk’ and tips promoted club for top four finish next season

Former Aston Villa owner Randy Lerner to bank £30m following Premier League promotion due to clause in takeover contract

Anthony Joshua backs Tottenham to beat Liverpool in Champions League final on same night as his fight with Andy Ruiz Jr

Liverpool transfer news: Bournemouth ‘want to sign’ Reds goalkeeper Simon Mignolet

Former Chelsea and Tottenham manager Andre Villas-Boas appointed Marseille boss

New Tottenham Hotspur kit? First pictures are leaked of Spurs’ potential new Nike home kit for 2019/20 season

Union Berlin fans storm pitch to celebrate first ever promotion to Bundesliga

Steve Kerr: Kevin Durant out, DeMarcus Cousins questionable for NBA Finals Game 1

John Wall back training just four months after surgery

It's OK to be a little romantic about the Raptors

NBA Finals 2019: NBA Finals single-game records

Top high school basketball player R.J. Hampton skips college to play professionally in New Zealand

1-On-1 With Steve Javie, ESPN Rules Analyst And Former NBA Official

Dwyane Wade on LeBron James vs. Charles Barkley: 'I like that 'Bron called him out'

NBA news: Adam Silver confirms league is studying two new competition formats 'fairly intensely'

Keep It Correct Offseason Plan Part 3

NBA news: Ric Bucher says Lakers and Nets are in contention for Kyrie Irving

LeBron James, Russell Westbrook, Chris Paul, Tristan Thompson kick it at James' house

Watch LeBron James, Russell Westbrook, Chris Paul Hang Out, Listen to Nipsey

Murray State's Morant signs deal with Nike

Nets name Birdsong assistant GM

New on Sports Illustrated: What's Next for Phillies Outfielder Odubel Herrera Following His Domestic Violence Arrest?

Herrera faces an assault charge for a domestic violence incident in Atlantic City’s Golden Nugget Hotel and Casino.

New on Sports Illustrated: Chipotle Will Be Live Tweeting $1 Million Worth of Free Burritos During NBA Finals

Any time an on-air announcer says the word "free" during the NBA Finals that means free food.

New on Sports Illustrated: Only Jeanie Buss Can Fix the Sinking Lakers' Ship

Maybe the Lakers will still trade for Anthony Davis or sign another superstar to join LeBron James in free agency, but it's up to Jeanie Buss to end the front office melodrama. 

New on Sports Illustrated: Megan Gustafson to Play in The Basketball Tournament After Being Cut by Wings

Gustafson will participate in the primarily male-dominated tournament this summer.

New on Sports Illustrated: Oklahoma State Eases Into NCAA Golf Semifinals

The Cowboys earned the No. 1 seed with a 31-shot victory in stroke play at Blessings Golf Club

New on Sports Illustrated: Reds' Derek Dietrich Crushes Three Consecutive Home Runs in Game vs. Pirates

Derek Dietrich now has 17 homers for the season.

New on Sports Illustrated: South American Soccer Match Ends With On-Field Fracas, Two Players Red-Carded

Colón defeated River Plate 3–1 on aggregate to advance in the Copa Sudamericana.

New on Sports Illustrated: Chris Harris, Broncos Agree to New One-Year Deal

Chris Harris, an All-Pro cornerback, had reportedly told the Broncos he wanted a new deal or to be traded.

New on Sports Illustrated: National Soccer Hall of Fame Voting Remains a Grossly Flawed Process

The small problem is Abby Wambach only received 80% of the vote. The big problem is she was the only player elected. Another year, another set of baffling circumstances surrounding the building that is supposed to tell the story of American soccer.

New on Sports Illustrated: Magic Johnson: 'I've Never Abused an Employee' While Working for Lakers

Magic Johnson joined SportsCenter on Tuesday evening to deny an ESPN report alleging he "berated staffers."

New on Sports Illustrated: Patrice Bergeron Has Always Been the Perfect Fit in Boston

Patrice Bergeron is a 33-year-old who represents the no-frills foundation upon which this current core of the Boston Bruins was built.

New on Sports Illustrated: NBA Commissioner Adam Silver to Explore Midseason Tournament, Late-Season Play-in

Silver said the league can potentially follow the European soccer model with another tournament aside from the NBA playoffs. 

New on Sports Illustrated: Report: 2019 Gavitt Games Matchups Set Between Big East, Big Ten

The eight matchups for the 2019 Gavitt Tipoff Games are reportedly in place.

New on Sports Illustrated: LSU's Will Wade Caps Turbulent Year With Fittingly Complicated Press Conference

The coach who led the Tigers to the SEC title but was suspended for their tournament run was long on apologies but short on hard answers.

New on Sports Illustrated: Wojciech Szczesny Undergoes Successful Operation on Right Knee After Missing Sampdoria Defeat

New on Sports Illustrated: Mount Vernon Superintendent Says School Did Not Speak With NCAA When Vetting Art Briles

Mount Vernon's superintendent said the school did not speak with anyone from the NCAA or any Baylor sexual assault victims.

New on Sports Illustrated: Hauser Brothers Sam and Joey Transfer to Virginia and Michigan State, Respectively

The brothers visited Virginia, Michigan State and Wisconsin after announcing their decision to transfer in April.

New on Sports Illustrated: R.J. Hampton's Decision to Turn Pro Embodies the Modern Challenge Facing College Basketball

Top recruit R.J. Hampton's decision to play overseas shows why college hoops may be wise to adapt to today's reality of the sport.

New on Sports Illustrated: Arsenal vs Chelsea: The Stat That Proves History Is Against Gunners Ahead of Europa League Final

New on Sports Illustrated: Barcelona 'Open Negotiations' With PSG Over Potential Swap Deal Between Neymar & Ousmane Dembele

David Backes dreamed of a St. Louis Stanley Cup; he's now determined to prevent it

The longtime Blues captain never made a Cup Final with St. Louis. Now a Bruin, he's hoping to continue his old franchise's drought.

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NHL players' solutions to replay review controversies

There has been no shortage of controversy this postseason. We asked players in the Stanley Cup Final how they'd fix the system.

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Prospect Kakko to pass on scouting combine

Kaapo Kakko, who led Finland to the gold medal at the world hockey championships on Sunday, has canceled his appearance at the NHL scouting combine this week.

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Oilers turn to veteran Tippett as new head coach

Dave Tippett, who has been the head coach of the Coyotes and Stars, has been hired by the Oilers to take over a team that has missed the playoffs in 12 of the past 13 seasons.

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Stanley Cup Playoffs Daily: Bruins strike first with 4-2 win in Game 1

Boston started slowly but roared back in the second half of the Cup Final opener. Get caught up on all the Game 1 insights here.

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Why don't prospects skate at the NHL combine?

Insight into why the NHL combine lacks any skating component, and imagining what on-ice testing would look like.

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Guide to the NHL scouting combine: What to expect from each test

Here's a look at what to watch for this week in Buffalo at the 2019 NHL scouting combine, including the dreaded Wingate test.

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Danielle Williams Named NFCA National Freshman of the Year

Danielle Williams has been named the 2019 Schutt Sports / NFCA Division I National Freshman of the Year. She is the first Big Ten player to ever win the award.

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Four ‘Cats Recieve Inside Lacrosse All-American Honors

EVANSTON, Ill. – After advancing to the NCAA Semifinal game for the first time since 2014, four Wildcats have been award 2019 Inside Lacrosse Media All-American Honors.

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Inside the Lakers' culture of fear, distrust and anxiety

A public resignation. A coach firing. A botched coaching search. And that's just the past 45 days for the NBA's marquee franchise.

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Durant travels to Toronto ahead of Games 1, 2

Injured star Kevin Durant is accompanying the Warriors to Toronto for Games 1 and 2, even though he has already been ruled out of Game 1 with a strained calf.

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Wade: Should have talked to LSU right away

LSU coach Will Wade says he regrets getting lawyers involved and not speaking to LSU earlier regarding allegations about him in a recruiting scandal. He categorically denied the allegations.

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Dietrich slugs 3 HRs as torrid stretch continues

Derek Dietrich hit three homers -- all two-run shots for Cincinnati -- and the Pittsburgh Pirates suffered yet another injury to their rotation Tuesday night as the Reds pulled away to an 11-6 victory.

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WR Brown on bond with Carr: Making 'deposits'

New Raiders wide receiver Antonio Brown had lots of praise for quarterback Derek Carr on Tuesday, saying their relationship is "really growing."

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Sources: Broncos give CB Harris raise to $12M

Pro Bowl cornerback Chris Harris Jr. didn't get the long-term deal he was looking for, but he got a raise for the 2019 season in an adjusted contract the Broncos gave him Tuesday.

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Wilder picks rematch with Ortiz for next bout

The rematch means there won't be an undisputed title fight between Anthony Joshua and Deontay Wilder this year, a match that looms as the biggest in boxing.

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NBA Finals predictions: Title favorite and most likely MVP

Our ESPN Forecast panel predicts Warriors-Raptors, including a new Finals MVP.

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Passan: Keuchel and Kimbrel STILL unsigned? How a single sentence sums up the absurdity

Making sense of a baseball story that didn't need to be -- one clause at a time.

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The one key that could lead us to another Nadal-Djokovic final in Paris

You can't win a Grand Slam title in the first week, but you can certainly lose it. Which is why Novak Djokovic and Rafael Nadal will be focused on one thing early on at the French Open: conserving energy.

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Why Juan Martin del Potro could be a sleeping giant at the French Open

Due to an injury-plagued year, del Potro entered Roland Garros under the radar. But if his opening win is any indication, he could yet be a factor in Paris.

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David Backes dreamed of a St. Louis Stanley Cup; he's now determined to prevent it

The longtime Blues captain never made a Cup Final with St. Louis. Now a Bruin, he's hoping to continue his old franchise's drought.

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NHL players' solutions to replay review controversies

There has been no shortage of controversy this postseason. We asked players in the Stanley Cup Final how they'd fix the system.

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Unsigned NFL free agents, unanswered offseason questions and position battles to watch

Can the Browns really make the leap? Where will Gerald McCoy land? With 100 days until the regular season kicks off, here's what's left to settle.

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Who is the Yankees' MVP? They've got plenty of candidates

From Luke Voit and Gio Urshela to Gary Sanchez and Domingo German, there are a lot of reasons the Yanks have thrived in spite of their many injuries.

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What you need to know for Arsenal-Chelsea

A new Europa League champion will be crowned on Wednesday in Azerbaijan. Will Arsenal be victorious or can Chelsea end 2018-19 on a high note?

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Florida, Miami, Florida State and the state of Florida football

The Hurricanes and Seminoles made big changes after the Gators took top billing last season. But what does this year have in store?

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NCAA baseball tournament: Tiering the field, CWS picks

The field is set for the 2019 college baseball tournament. Here's how each team stacks up, plus predictions for who will make it to Omaha.

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Chasing Ghosts: When will St. John's revisit past glory?

St. John's has won five NCAA tournament games since Lou Carnesecca departed in 1992. Will this program ever matter again?

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Coming off a loss yet still a champ, Max Holloway is starting fresh

Max Holloway was among the guests on Tuesday's edition of Ariel Helwani's MMA Show, and he spoke about coming off a defeat as he prepares to defend his championship.

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14 MMA thoughts, including what to make of Theodorou, Willis releases

Ariel Helwani shares his thoughts on the UFC cutting ties with Elias Theodorou and Justin Willis, as well as a glimpse of what to expect from Tuesday's show.

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Andy Ruiz Jr. hits the lottery as Anthony Joshua's last-minute opponent -- can he deliver a win?

Andy Ruiz Jr. got the fight he asked for: a showdown with unified heavyweight titleholder Anthony Joshua. Not many give him a chance, but Ruiz really believes the fight is a perfect matchup for him.

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2019 World Series of Poker preview: Past highlights, new events, storylines to know

The 2019 World Series of Poker hits its 50th year with the start of play on Wednesday. Here are the moments that have defined the WSOP, as well as a comprehensive preview of this year's event.

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Guide to the NHL scouting combine: What to expect from each test

Here's a look at what to watch for this week in Buffalo at the 2019 NHL scouting combine, including the dreaded Wingate test.

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Fantasy baseball points ranks: Is BABIP useful for fantasy managers?

In this week's rest-of-season fantasy baseball points rankings, AJ Mass lists his top 300 and explains whether BABIP can be a helpful stat.

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Visiting fan's guide to the Stanley Cup Final

The Bruins and Blues have their own traditions, sights, sounds and tastes. And lots of beer. Here's a look at the must-hit spots in Boston and St. Louis.

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Helmetless Krug sparks Bruins with huge hit

After tangling with Blues forward David Perron in the third period, Bruins defenseman Torey Krug lost his helmet and skated the length of the ice to deliver a huge hit on St. Louis rookie Robert Thomas in Boston's Game 1 win Monday night.

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Undisciplined Blues vow to regroup after loss

After losing a 2-0 lead in Game 1 of the Stanley Cup Final, the Blues vowed to regroup. "We need more than we gave tonight," said Blues coach Craig Berube.

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Bettman: NHL to consider expanded video review

NHL commissioner Gary Bettman said Monday that the league will consider expanding video review. Bettman said the league's GMs will discuss the issue next month.

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Kuznetsov denies drug use after video surfaces

Capitals star Evgeny Kuznetsov has denied ever using drugs after a video surfaced of him sitting next to a table on which there are two lines of white powder in what appears to be a hotel room.

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Blues' Dunn out for Game 1 but Thomas to play

The Blues won't have defenseman Vince Dunn for Game 1 of the Stanley Cup Final but will have forward Robert Thomas in the lineup, coach Craig Berube said Monday.

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2019 Stanley Cup Final: Picks on the winner, Conn Smythe

It's down to the Blues and the Bruins. Our panel offers up its picks on the series, plus who will win Conn Smythe as playoff MVP.

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Goodell 'likely' to review Zeke's Vegas incident

A slight adjustment to the Vikings' potential Compensatory Picks

Highest paid quarterbacks: Ranking NFL QBs by salary for 2019 season

Report: NFL likely to review incident involving Ezekiel Elliott

Giants' Evan Engram named to Sports Illustrated's NFL All-Small Team

Question marks push 49ers QB situation down NFL ranks

PFF: Panthers' Will Grier ranked No. 3 among QBs in last 2 draft classes

How Lions' NFC North rivals fared with offseason moves

Where does Zach Ertz rank among the NFL's top TE's?

Keith Mumphery says he was falsely accused, asks for another NFL chance

Panthers expected to finish third in NFC South in 2019

5 things to know about Jaguars rookie pass rusher Josh Allen

Nashville is best travel option among Buffalo Bills' road opponents

Bears' Tarik Cohen and John Franklin III to find out if you're not first, you're last

Falcoholinks: All the Falcons news you need for Monday, May 27

Raiders news: Jon Gruden says Antonio Brown, Vontaze Burfict are 'good'

Donovan McNabb’s Hall of Fame case falls flat in Twitter poll

NFL owners vote to make another amendment to pass-interference replay rules

How old is Ashley Cole? Derby defender looking to reach Premier League – stats, transfer history and more

Can Tammy Abraham play for Chelsea in Europa League final? Aston Villa striker’s stats and profile

New on Sports Illustrated: Hitching Its Wagon to Lil Nas X Is a Smart Move for the NHL

The NHL isn’t known for being incredibly hip when it comes to musical choices, but the leauge nailed it by having Lil Nas X kick off the Stanley Cup Final.

New on Sports Illustrated: Bruins' Fourth Line Proves Reliable in Boston's Comeback Win

The credit deserves to be spread around, but it was Sean Kuraly and the Bruins’ fourth line that shone the most in Boston’s Game 1 win against the Blues.

New on Sports Illustrated: John Calipari Gifts Custom Kentucky Jersey to Mom of Slain Arkansas Teen

Kentucky fan and high school student Taylon Vail was killed in a drive-by shooting in West Memphis, Arkansas in April. 

New on Sports Illustrated: Neymar Loses Brazil Captaincy to Dani Alves for 2019 Copa America

Brazil's football confederation said in a statement on Monday that Alves, a close friend of Neymar's who plays with him at Paris Saint-Germain, will start wearing the armband in the friendly against Qatar on June 5 in Brasilia.

New on Sports Illustrated: Bruins Bounce Back From Slow Start to Take Game 1 Against Blues

After a slow first period, the Bruins unleashed four straight goals en route to a 4–2 win in Game 1 of the Stanley Cup Final. 

New on Sports Illustrated: Duke Center Marques Bolden Forfeits Eligibility, Stays in NBA Draft

Bolden averaged 1.7 blocks and 19 minutes per game as a junior in 2018-19. 

New on Sports Illustrated: Lil Nas X Brings 'Old Town Road' to Stanley Cup Final

The NHL has the horses in the back. 

New on Sports Illustrated: Evgeny Kuznetsov Denies Cocaine Use After Appearing Next to Lines of White Powder

Kuznetsov says he left a Las Vegas hotel room in June 2018 after seeing "strange substances on the table."

New on Sports Illustrated: Bill Buckner Deserves to Be Remembered for More Than One Play

A groundball went through Bill Buckner's legs in the World Series, but his 22-year career shouldn't boil down to one moment.

New on Sports Illustrated: Steve Kerr: Kevin Durant to Miss Game 1 of NBA Finals

Durant has been out since Game 5 of the second round. 

New on Sports Illustrated: Luis Suarez Considered 'Transferable' by Barcelona Board as Doubts Arise Over Striker's Commitment

New on Sports Illustrated: Contract Talks Between Nicolo Zaniolo and Roma Halt as Tottenham Prepare Offer

New on Sports Illustrated: NBA Finals Schedule: Warriors vs. Raptors Dates, Times, Streaming Info

The Finals begin Thursday, May 30 from Toronto. 

New on Sports Illustrated: Warriors Coach Steve Kerr on Raptors' Biggest Fan: 'I'm Not Worried About Drake'

Warriors coach Steve Kerr isn't stressed about the Raptors' most public fan: rapper Drake. 

New on Sports Illustrated: Transfer Rumours: Lo Celso to Spurs, Manchester Clubs in for Cancelo, Palacios to Arsenal & More

New on Sports Illustrated: MLB Players, Baseball World Share Tributes After Bill Buckner Dies at 69

Former MLB players and others around the league played tribute to Bill Buckner after he died Monday. 

New on Sports Illustrated: Patriots' Adjustments to Benjamin Watson's Suspension, Jets' GM Search Heats Up, More NFL Notes

Also, a thought from Nate Boyer for those who have a hard time celebrating on Memorial Day.

New on Sports Illustrated: England Confirm 23-Man Squad for Nations League Finals in June

New on Sports Illustrated: Virginia Defeats Yale, Captures Sixth Lacrosse National Championship

The Cavaliers beat Yale, 13–9, to win the 2019 Division I men's lacrosse national championshi

New on Sports Illustrated: UCLA Claims No. 1 Seed in NCAA Baseball Tournament

The Bruins are the nation's top seed while the SEC has a record-tying 10 teams in the field this year.

Mike Joy, Jeff Gordon, and DW breakout Martin Truex Jr.’s big night

Mike Joy, Jeff Gordon, and DW breakout Martin Truex Jr.'s big night, the restarts, and the exciting race from the Coca-Cola 600

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Joe Gibbs remains NASCAR's power, but other teams find hope

Coca-Cola 600 proves once more that Joe Gibbs Racing is the team to chase this season

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Bart Starr was 'the boss' but he was 'such a gentleman'

Former Packers president Bob Harlan loved Starr for a reason only those who knew the legendary QB behind the scenes could fully articulate.

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Bart Starr was the toughest football player who ever lived

The legendary Packers quarterback, son of a tough-love World War II veteran, was the player who made Vince Lombardi's dynasty possible.

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Bart Starr was somehow vastly underrated in his era

Bart Starr is often considered a mere caretaker of Vince Lombardi's brilliance, but he was so much more than that. He's underappreciated as a player.

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Pats' Watson says he faces 4-game suspension

Watson said he took a banned substance when he thought he was retiring.

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Legendary Packers HOF QB Starr dies at 85

Bart Starr, a Hall of Fame quarterback who helped build the Green Bay Packers dynasty in the 1960s and was named the Most Valuable Player of the first two Super Bowls, died Sunday in Birmingham, Ala. He was 85.

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Texans' Watt engaged to soccer player Ohai

Texans linebacker J.J. Watt announced his engagement to professional soccer player Kealia Ohai on Sunday night.

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Court rules against Bucs for BP spill damages

The Buccaneers are not entitled to damages from BP for the 2010 Deepwater Horizon oil spill, a federal appeals court ruled Friday.

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Predicting the story of the season for all 32 NFL teams

Can the Packers' new coach vibe with Aaron Rodgers? Will the Browns live the dream? These are two of NFL Nation's stories to watch in 2019.

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Jets coach Adam Gase turns up the heat ... on himself

The coach issues a win-now mandate following all the turmoil: "If we win games, no one is going to remember this, I know that. Our job is to win."

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Predicting the story of the season for all 32 NFL teams

Can the Packers' new coach vibe with Aaron Rodgers? Will the Browns live the dream? These are two of NFL Nation's stories to watch in 2019.

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Undisciplined Blues vow to regroup after loss

After losing a 2-0 lead in Game 1 of the Stanley Cup Final, the Blues promised to regroup. "We need more than we gave tonight," said coach Craig Berube.

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Cavs owner Gilbert awake after stroke, CEO says

Cavaliers owner Dan Gilbert is "awake, responsive and resting comfortably" after he suffered a stroke on Sunday, according to the CEO of Quicken Loans.

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Kerr: KD to miss Game 1; Cousins questionable

The Warriors are still undecided about whether Durant will accompany the team to Toronto.

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Helmetless Krug sparks Bruins with huge hit

After tangling with Blues forward David Perron in the third period, Bruins defenseman Torey Krug lost his helmet and skated the length of the ice to deliver a huge hit on St. Louis rookie Robert Thomas in Boston's Game 1 win Monday night.

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Bill Buckner dies at 69 after battling dementia

Bill Buckner, a star hitter who became known for making one of the most infamous plays in major league history, died at age 69 after battling Lewy body dementia, his family said in a statement.

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Kuznetsov denies drug use after video surfaces

Capitals star Evgeny Kuznetsov has denied ever using drugs after a video surfaced of him sitting next to a table on which there are two lines of white powder in what appears to be a hotel room.

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Serena's outfit, game make statement in Paris

Serena Williams' attire and game were on full display during her opening-round match at the 2019 French Open.

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Warriors or Raptors? Our experts answer the big Finals questions

Our experts dive into the big Raptors-Warriors questions.

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After runway entrance, Serena fights through sluggish French Open start

Despite a self-admitted frustrating start in her first-round match, Serena Williams was able to make a statement in her come-from-behind victory at Roland Garros.

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Remember the late Bill Buckner for the ballplayer, not the play

An error in the 1986 World Series did not define a man who played the game the right way, finishing with more hits than Ted Williams.

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Power Rankings: Can the Twins rise past AL elite to reach No. 1?

The Astros and Yankees normally rule the roost, but there's a new contender that could leave them both in the shade.

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Aston Villa clinched playoff glory, but now the hard work begins

Aston Villa is finally back in the English Premier League, but it will have to fight tooth and nail, and spend wisely, in order to stick.

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Starr was 'the boss,' but he was 'such a gentleman'

Former Packers president Bob Harlan loved Starr for a reason only those who knew the legendary QB behind the scenes could fully articulate.

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Power Rankings: Brian Fernandez has Portland rolling

The Portland Timbers sent a clear message to the rest of MLS over the weekend: Brian Fernandez and Co. are a force to be reckoned with.

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Konrad De La Fuente is thriving for U.S. U20s. Will Barcelona's first-team squad be next?

The young U.S. winger has impressed for Barca's academy and should get promoted to the B team soon. It's clear both club and country rate him, too.

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U.S. women ready for World Cup after 3-0 win in final tuneup

The dress rehearsals are over. The U.S. women will head to France relatively healthy and with most questions answered about their starting lineup.

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Mumford wrestling defies the odds in Detroit

Mumford High School has the only wrestling team in the Detroit Public School League. Its origin story is one of persistence by coach and wrestlers alike.

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2019 season predictions: Who wins MVP? Who wins the title?

ESPN's panel of experts picked the Phoenix Mercury as the preseason favorite, while the Washington Mystics' Elena Delle Donne is the preseason MVP.

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W2W4 this week: Top teams in action at ICC Cricket World Cup

Ten teams. Forty-eight matches. Forty-six days. The 12th ICC Cricket World Cup kicks off this week. Here's what you should be paying attention to in Week 1.

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Lindell Wigginton staying in the NBA Draft

Green won't change approach against Warriors in NBA Finals

Watch LeBron James, Russell Westbrook, Chris Paul Hang Out, Listen to Nipsey

NBA notebook: Durant officially to miss finals opener

Warriors' Durant out of NBA Finals opener, Cousins questionable

Rumor: Nets very interested in trading for Anthony Davis

Report: Kouat Noi set for several NBA workouts as TCU forward sticks with decision to go pro

Nets name Birdsong assistant GM

Jayson Tatum's dunk put LeBron James on a poster one year ago today

PHOTOS: Basketball hopefuls turn out in droves for Digicel Jumpstart

Nick Richards NBA Draft Roundtable and Predictions

Buffaloes in NBA: Remembering the day Scott Wedman was perfect in the Finals

Raptors news: Kyle Lowry says he's not feeling any pressure ahead of NBA Finals

Ranking the best landing spots for Tobias Harris in NBA free agency

Time to make the Anthony Davis dream a reality

Lakers free agency rumors: Los Angeles among teams interested in Kemba Walker

The one free agent your NBA team can't afford to lose

Warriors open as massive NBA Finals favorites over Raptors in Las Vegas

Suns' trade chips are truly eye of the beholder

Opinion: List of issues for NFL's next collective bargaining agreement overshadowed by one thing

Former Tiger Jordan Harold chases NFL dream with unique approach

Is 'win now' mode in the NFL real or a myth?

Ranking the NFL's 10 best tight ends for 2019: Who's the new Gronk?

Money Continues to Be Only Thing NFL Cares About with Latest Changes to Combine

Memorial Day standings check: Teams to watch, worry about and more

An Astros-Dodgers World Series? Will the hobbled Yanks hold up? Who's for real, and who's rotten? Buster Olney, Jeff Passan and Sam Miller make sense of the season so far.

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Pagenaud holds off Rossi to win 103rd Indy 500

Simon Pagenaud has won his first Indianapolis 500, making an audacious pass of Alexander Rossi before taking the white flag and holding off the hard-charging driver from Andretti Autosport.

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Pats' Watson says he faces 4-game suspension

Watson said he took a banned substance when he thought he was retiring.

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Cavs' Gilbert hospitalized with stroke symptoms

Cleveland Cavaliers owner Dan Gilbert was hospitalized Sunday after experiencing stroke-like symptoms, according to a statement released by Quicken Loans, the company Gilbert founded and chairs.

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Cambage expects to make Aces debut on Friday

Center Liz Cambage, who has been dealing with a flare-up of Achilles tendinitis, expects to make her season debut for the Aces on Friday at Phoenix.

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Third horse in 9 days dies at Santa Anita track

Twenty-six horses have died in racing or training at the track since Dec. 26.

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Na gifts classic car to caddie after Colonial win

Na made good on his promise to give his caddie the car, which is one of the prizes awarded to the winner of the Charles Schwab Challenge.

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The Championship playoff Final: Get ready for the richest game in sports

Winning the Championship playoff is worth £170m, making Aston Villa and Derby's clash at Wembley (live on ESPN+) the richest single game in sport.

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Why a playoff final defeat could take Lampard from Derby to Chelsea

Monday's Championship playoff final will go a long way in deciding where Frank Lampard will be managing next season.

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What we know and don't know about this Warriors-Raptors Finals

Here's everything you need to know about the NBA's championship round.

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Bart Starr was the toughest football player who ever lived

The legendary Packers quarterback, son of a tough-love World War II veteran, was the player who made Vince Lombardi's dynasty possible.

from www.espn.com - TOP https://es.pn/2QsbkEX

Despite Indy 500 loss, Alexander Rossi rising as American racing star

"I think they know me now," Rossi said after his runner-up finish at Indy -- a gutsy, fiery ride -- while wearing a helmet covered in Steve McQueen stickers.

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U.S. women ready for World Cup

The dress rehearsals are over. The U.S. women will head to France relatively healthy and with most questions answered about their starting lineup.

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Improbable play, a raucous crowd and a Kawhi poster: Inside Toronto's historic run

In a span of less than eight minutes, Kawhi Leonard and the Raptors changed the fate of the East finals.

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Aces put on show in opener -- even without Liz Cambage

Las Vegas opened with an impressive 83-70 win over L.A. And if the Aces played this well without Liz Cambage, just wait until she's on the floor.

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Hamilton's flustered radio messages on full display

Before winning Sunday's Monaco Grand Prix, Lewis Hamilton was engaged in a long, tense exchange with race engineer Peter Bonnington regarding their tire strategy.

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New on Sports Illustrated: How Giannis Antetokounmpo Could Sign The Largest Contract in NBA History

While Antetokounmpo won't be eligible for a max deal until 2020, his extension could break league records.

New on Sports Illustrated: Tigres Wins Liga MX Clausura Title After Both Teams Go Scoreless in Second Leg

A scoreless second leg that saw both team's goalkeepers stand on their heads saw Tigres win the Liga MX Clausura title on Sunday.

New on Sports Illustrated: Johnny Russell's Hat Trick Sees Sporting KC Break Winless Streak, Wondo Wins it for San Jose

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Truex overcomes early problems to win Coca-Cola 600

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FINAL LAPS: Martin Truex Jr. rallies after early contact with the wall to win the Coca-Cola 600

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Watch race winner Martin Truex Jr. hit the wall early in the Coca-Cola 600

Leader Martin truex Jr. hits the wall early in Coke 600 to put him behind early

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2019 Indianapolis 500: Row-by-row race preview

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Holzhauer is 2nd ever to pass $2M on 'Jeopardy!'

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Referee Mike Dean celebrates wildly once again as Tranmere win League Two play-off final

Mike Dean had no intention of hiding his elation as Tranmere were promoted to League One on Saturday.

The Premier League referee, a lifelong fan of the Rovers, was seen celebrating in the stands once again, after previously being spotted during the semi-final against Forest Green.

TRANMERE ARE PROMOTED TO LEAGUE ONE

Watch live on Sky Sports Football now or follow here: https://t.co/OJDPHRfz3G pic.twitter.com/dsF6c12jZo

— Sky Sports Football (@SkyFootball) May 25, 2019

Look who we spotted at Wembley celebrating Tranmere's promotion winning goal…

…it's Mike Dean! pic.twitter.com/HvHgfXnaTT

— ESPN UK (@ESPNUK) May 25, 2019

At Wembley, Connor Jennings scored in the final 90 seconds of extra time to earn Tranmere a 1-0 victory against ten-man Newport.

The final was heading to penalties after a scrappy game of few chances, but Jennings headed home to break the deadlock and send Rovers back to the third tier for the first time since 2014.

With the Premier League season over, Dean was able to enjoy his day out as his side secured back-to-back promotions.

You can see footage of the referee celebrating above.

MIKE DEAN KLAXON

The Premier League referee is at Wembley supporting Tranmere in the League Two play-off final

Watch live on Sky Sports Football now or follow here: https://t.co/OJDPHRfz3G pic.twitter.com/HeBXmTANnb

— Sky Sports Football (@SkyFootball) May 25, 2019

– MIKE DEAN AND TRANMERE ARE HEADING TO WEMBLEY!

The Premier League referee cannot hide his excitement at The New Lawn as his side secure their place in the play-off final! pic.twitter.com/ZCrOur7xbn

— Sky Sports Football (@SkyFootball) May 13, 2019

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Newport vs Tranmere: Rovers fans wear Mike Dean masks as they travel to Wembley for League Two play-off final

Tranmere Rovers fans donned Mike Dean masks as they made their way to Wembley for the League Two play-off final.

Premier League referee Dean is an avid Tranmere fan and went viral on social media for his celebrations when they reached the final.

Tranmere fans in Mike Dean masks on the way to Wembley today…

Credit: @reidy104 #TRFC

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— Football League World (@FLeagueWorld) May 25, 2019

He was spotted on TV punching the air at the final whistle in the second leg of their semi-final against Forest Green.

A video posted on social media shows several Tranmere fans in good spirits on a coach heading to Wembley while wearing Mike Dean masks.

– MIKE DEAN AND TRANMERE ARE HEADING TO WEMBLEY!

The Premier League referee cannot hide his excitement at The New Lawn as his side secure their place in the play-off final! pic.twitter.com/ZCrOur7xbn

— Sky Sports Football (@SkyFootball) May 13, 2019

Rovers are aiming for back-to-back promotions, having gone up through the National League play-offs last season and will face Newport County at Wembley on Saturday.

Listen to coverage of the match live on talkSPORT with kick-off at 3pm.

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