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Daniel Vladar, Flyers confident against East-best Canes as second round begins

Fri, 01 May 2026 22:40:25 GMT

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The Philadelphia Flyers pulled off their first postseason upset since 2012 when they knocked the Pittsburgh Penguins out of the Stanley Cup playoffs on Wednesday.

The Flyers begin their quest for another upset when they visit the Carolina Hurricanes on Saturday in Raleigh, N.C., to kick off their Eastern Conference semifinal showdown. Philadelphia, which used six games

76ers looking for historic comeback in Game 7 vs. Celtics

Fri, 01 May 2026 22:19:12 GMT

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The Boston Celtics will try to avoid a series collapse Saturday night when they face the visiting Philadelphia 76ers in Game 7 of their Eastern Conference first-round playoff series.Second-seeded Boston held a 3-1 lead in the series, but lost Game 5 at home and then dropped Game 6, 106-93, in Philadelphia on Thursday night. If the seventh-seeded 76ers can find a way to

Scottie Scheffler to skip Truist Championship in run-up to PGA

Fri, 01 May 2026 22:05:05 GMT

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The field list for the Truist Championship is out and, once again, Scottie Scheffler is not on it.

The World No. 1 opted not to compete at the $20 million signature event one week before the second major of the season, the PGA Championship.

The rest of the top 10 in the Official World Golf Ranking are in the field, announced Friday, except for eighth-ranked Ru

Cardinals add to bullpen, recall LHP Jared Shuster

Fri, 01 May 2026 19:19:12 GMT

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The St. Louis Cardinals bolstered their bullpen in advance of a visit from the Los Angeles Dodgers by recalling left-hander Jared Shuster from Triple-A Memphis on Friday.

In a corresponding move, right-hander Hunter Dobbins was optioned to Memphis following his Cardinals debut Thursday when he gave up three runs on two hits and five walks over 4 1/3 innings against th

Buckle up: Cup Series 'roller coaster' travels to Texas

Fri, 01 May 2026 18:55:15 GMT

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Talladega's fast-paced action gave fans a thrilling finish last week with Carson Hocevar recording his first win, and the Lone Star State will try to match or eclipse that this weekend.

With 10 races in the books, the NASCAR Cup Series travels to Texas Motor Speedway for Sunday afternoon's Wurth 400 in Fort Worth, where Joey Logano is the defending race winner after

Report: Russell Wilson in talks to go into television

Fri, 01 May 2026 16:19:17 GMT

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Quarterback Russell Wilson has been involved in serious talks to go into television as he contemplates the end of his NFL playing career, The Athletic reported Friday.

Replacing Matt Ryan at CBS' 'The NFL Today' pregame show appears to be the preferred landing spot, per the outlet. Wilson has worked with CBS on occasion in recent years, including a stint durin

Report: NFL drafts in Minnesota in '28, Cincinnati in '29

Fri, 01 May 2026 15:55:06 GMT

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The favorites to host future NFL drafts are Minnesota in 2028 and Cincinnati in 2029, Sports Business Journal reported.

The NFL's events committee is scheduled to meet next week to discuss the hosting rights, with an ownership vote expected at the May 19-20 meetings in Orlando, Fla.

The 2027 NFL Draft is taking place on the National Mall in Washington, D.C.<

Streaking Cardinals return home to take on Dodgers

Fri, 01 May 2026 13:05:07 GMT

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After getting the best of one of baseball's best pitchers, the St. Louis Cardinals will return home this weekend to see what they can do against the least experienced starters the defending World Series champion Los Angeles Dodgers have to offer.

The Cardinals will face the Dodgers in Friday's opener of a three-game series and six-game homestand after beating Pittsbur

Phillies ride momentum of series sweep into opener vs. Marlins

Fri, 01 May 2026 11:55:14 GMT

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The Philadelphia Phillies are showing signs of life under interim manager Don Mattingly.

The Phillies will go for their fourth straight victory Friday night when they visit the Miami Marlins in the opener of a four-game series.

Philadelphia parted ways with manager Rob Thomson on Tuesday morning after a 9-19 start to the season. Mattingly was promoted from benc

Nationals get first look at Brewers fireballer Jacob Misiorowski

Fri, 01 May 2026 09:55:14 GMT

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The Washington Nationals will try to find an answer for Jacob Misiorowski when they open a three-game series against the visiting Milwaukee Brewers on Friday night.

Misiorowski (1-2, 3.31 ERA) will oppose Milwaukee right-hander Jake Irvin (1-3, 4.85) in the series opener.

The Brewers right-hander has allowed t

NBA roundup: Knicks advance with 51-point rout; Wolves move on, too

Fri, 01 May 2026 05:40:28 GMT

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OG Anunoby scored 26 of his 29 points in the first half to lead visiting New York to a historic 140-89 victory over the Atlanta Hawks on Thursday as the Knicks won their first-round Eastern Conference playoff series 4-2.

It was the most points scored by the Knicks in a playoff game and the 51-point margin of victory their largest in the postseason. The only bigger vi

MLB roundup: Phillies sweep DH vs. Giants with pair of walk-offs

Fri, 01 May 2026 04:40:30 GMT

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Bryson Stott delivered a game-tying triple in the ninth inning and scored on Justin Crawford's infield single as the Philadelphia Phillies rallied to nip the visiting San Francisco Giants 3-2 in the opener of a day-night doubleheader.

Kyle Schwarber hit his 350th career home run while Phillies starter Cristopher Sanchez allowed two runs and struck out seven in 6 2/3 in

Phillies beat Giants in 10 to sweep doubleheader and 3-game set

Fri, 01 May 2026 03:40:25 GMT

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Alec Bohm's sacrifice fly plated automatic runner Adolis Garcia in the 10th inning Thursday night, giving the Philadelphia Phillies a 6-5 victory over the visiting San Francisco Giants and their second walk-off win of a day-night doubleheader that ended about nine hours after it started.

The Phillies scored twice in the ninth inning to pull out a 3-2 win in the opener.

Tyrese Maxey, Sixers dump Celtics again, send series to Game 7

Fri, 01 May 2026 02:55:12 GMT

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Tyrese Maxey scored 30 points Thursday as the surging Philadelphia 76ers posted a 106-93 win over the visiting Boston Celtics, forcing a decisive Game 7 in a first-round Eastern Conference playoff series.

The second-seeded Celtics led the series 3-1 following a 32-point win in Philadelphia on Sunday, but the seventh-seeded Sixers rebounded to post double-digit win

Knicks finish off Hawks with record-setting 51-point blowout

Fri, 01 May 2026 02:05:11 GMT

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It was the most points scored by the Knicks in a playoff game and their largest winning margin in the postseason. The only bigger victory margin in

Phillies beat Giants in 10 to finish doubleheader, earn 3-game sweep

Fri, 01 May 2026 01:55:18 GMT

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The Phillies scored twice in the ninth inning to pull out a 3-2 win in the opener.

Cardinals roll past Pirates, Paul Skenes

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 20:19:29 GMT

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JJ Wetherholt and Jordan Walker both homered during a three-run first inning off reigning National League Cy Young Award winner Paul Skenes and Alec Burleson went 3-for-5 with three RBIs as the visiting St. Louis Cardinals completed a four-game series sweep of the Pittsburgh Pirates with a 10-5 victory on Thursday afternoon.Nathan Church added a two-run double and Wet

Phillies score twice in ninth to stun Giants in Game 1 of DH

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 19:40:46 GMT

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Kyle Schwarber hit his 350th career home run for Philadelphia, which improved to 2-0 since Don Mattingly took ove

Report: Eagles sign first-round WR Makai Lemon

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 18:40:26 GMT

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Wide receiver Makai Lemon reportedly became the initial first-round pick of the 2026 NFL Draft class to sign his rookie contract.

NFL Network reported on Thursday that Lemon signed his four-year rookie deal with the Philadelphia Eagles.

Lemon, the 20th overall pick of the draft out of Southern California, will receive just over $20.81 million in fully guaranteed

Report: Steelers expect Aaron Rodgers decision in 'a few weeks'

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 16:19:10 GMT

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Steelers head coach Mike McCarthy and general manager Omar Khan are comfortable playing the waiting game with Aaron Rodgers. At least a little while longer.

Owner Art Rooney II said before the 2026 NFL Draft the timeline for Rodgers to inform the Steelers of his plans was no longer 'before the draft,' as initially un

Mets place OF Luis Robert Jr. on IL

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 16:05:13 GMT

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New York Mets outfielder Luis Robert Jr. could be facing an extended stint on the injured list with a lumbar spine disc herniation.

The Mets placed Robert on the 10-day injured list on Thursday after an MRI exam revealed the extent of the issue that crept up Sunday. He missed the last three games and officially was moved to the injured list prior to Thursday's game

Against Nationals, Mets strive to close dreadful month on a high note

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 13:19:15 GMT

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The New York Mets insist they are better than their record indicates.

As the first full month of the season concludes, it is time for the Mets to prove it.

The Mets will attempt to end a disappointing month on a high note Thursday afternoon when they host the Washington Nationals in the rubber game of a three-game series.

Freddy Peralta (1-3, 3.90 ERA) is

Giants' bullpen prepares to size up Phillies in doubleheader

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 12:19:10 GMT

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The San Francisco Giants have one of the top bullpens in the majors. And that group likely will be put to the test on Thursday when the Giants play a doubleheader against the host Philadelphia Phillies.

The middle contest of a scheduled three-game series was rained out Wednesday, leading to a day/night doubleheader on get-away day for both teams.

Even after the

Michael Soroka, D-backs chase series victory vs. Brewers

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 11:55:08 GMT

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The Arizona Diamondbacks will look for Michael Soroka to continue his hot start when they visit the Milwaukee Brewers on Thursday afternoon in the deciding contest of a three-game series.

Soroka (4-0, 2.60 ERA) will oppose fellow right-hander Brandon Woodruff (2-1, 3.77).

The Diamondbacks evened the series with a 6-2 victory on Wednesday. Nolan Arenado belted

Hunter Dobbins set for Cardinals debut vs. Pirates, Paul Skenes

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 09:19:13 GMT

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Hunter Dobbins will go up against a formidable opposite number in his Cardinals debut on Thursday afternoon when St. Louis opposes the host Pittsburgh Pirates.

The 26-year-old right-hander will face the Pirates' ace, reigning National League Cy Young Award winner Paul Skenes (4-1, 2.48 ERA).

St. Louis has won the first three contests of the four-game serie

Braves bring historic pace into series finale vs. Tigers

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 09:05:12 GMT

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The Braves will look for their 11th straight win against the Detroit Tigers on Thursday afternoon when the teams play the finale of a three-game series in Atlanta.

Matt Olson and the Braves gut-punched the Tigers on Wednesday when the first baseman crushed a two-run walk-off homer in the ninth inning. Detroit hasn't beaten Atlanta since June 12, 2023.

'When you

NHL roundup: Flyers KO Penguins with OT win in Game 6

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 07:19:10 GMT

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Cam York scored at 17:32 of overtime, propelling the Philadelphia Flyers into the second round of the Eastern Conference playoffs with a 1-0 victory over the visiting Pittsburgh Penguins in Game 6 on Wednesday.

After winning the first three games of the best-of-seven series, the Flyers lost Games 4 and 5 and struggled to find their offensive footing for much of Game 6.

Thanks to Cam York's OT winner, Flyers eliminate Penguins in Game 6

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 03:25:16 GMT

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Cam York scored at 17:32 of overtime, propelling the Philadelphia Flyers into the second round of the playoffs with a 1-0 victory over the visiting Pittsburgh Penguins in Game 6 on Wednesday.

After winning the first three games of the best-of-seven series, the Flyers lost Games 4 and 5 and struggled to find their offensive footing for much of Game 6. However, York's fi

Cam York's overtime winner helps Flyers eliminate Penguins in G6

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 03:19:13 GMT

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Cam York scored with 2:30 left in the first overtime to propel the Philadelphia Flyers into the second round of the playoffs with a 1-0 victory over the visiting Pittsburgh Penguins on Wednesday.

After winning the first three games of the best-of-seven series, the Flyers lost Games 4 and 5 and struggled to find their offensive footing for much of Game 6. However, York'

Andre Pallante fires 6 strong innings as Cardinals edge Pirates

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 03:05:12 GMT

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Andre Pallante allowed a run and five hits over six innings, Alec Burleson homered and the St. Louis Cardinals held on for a 5-4 win over the host Pittsburgh Pirates on Wednesday night.

Pallante (3-2) did not walk a batter and fanned six.

Ivan Herrera went 2-for-4 with two runs and an RBI for the Cardinals, who have won the first three games of the four-ga

Andre Pallante, Cardinals edge Pirates

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 02:19:12 GMT

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Andre Pallante allowed a run and five hits over six innings, Alec Burleson homered and the St. Louis Cardinals held on for a 5-4 win over the host Pittsburgh Pirates on Wednesday night.

Pallante (3-2) did not walk a batter and fanned six.

Ivan Herrera was 2-for-4 with two runs scored and an RBI for the Cardinals, who have won the first three games of the f

Brewers place LHP Angel Zerpa (forearm) on 15-day injured list

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 01:19:10 GMT

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The Milwaukee Brewers placed left-handed reliever Angel Zerpa on the 15-day injured list with left forearm tightness on Wednesday.

The move was retroactive to Tuesday. In a corresponding move, the Brewers called up left-hander Brian Fitzpatrick from Triple-A Nashville.

Zerpa, acquired in an offseason trade with Kansas City, was 0-2 with two saves, a 6.39 ERA, s

Cowboys WR George Pickens signs franchise tag, will make $27.3M in 2026

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 00:40:24 GMT

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Dallas Cowboys wide receiver George Pickens officially signed the franchise tag on Wednesday, locking him in for the 2026 season with a guaranteed salary of $27.3 million.

Pickens, 25, is coming off his first Pro Bowl season in 2025, when he caught 93 passes on 137 targets for 1,429 yards with nine touchdowns -- all career bests -- in 17 games (15 starts) in his first

Sixers out to 'do whatever it takes' in Game 6 vs. Celtics

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 22:40:28 GMT

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With their backs against the ropes in Game 5 on Tuesday, the Philadelphia 76ers came out swinging against the Boston Celtics.The Sixers' impressive fourth-quarter performance in Boston sent the first-round Eastern Conference playoff series back to Philadelphia, where the teams will take the court for Game 6 on Thursday. If the Sixers are able to force Game 7, it will b

Giants, Phillies to play Thursday doubleheader after postponement

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 22:19:16 GMT

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Wednesday's scheduled game between the San Francisco Giants and Phillies in Philadelphia has been postponed due to inclement weather in the forecast.

The game will be made up as part of a split doubleheader on Thursday. The first game is slated to begin at 12:35 p.m. ET, with the nightcap scheduled for 5:35 p.m.

Right-handers Adrian Houser (0-3, 7.36 ERA) of

Fresh off offensive outburst, Cards vie for series win vs. Pirates

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 14:19:04 GMT

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St. Louis Cardinals manager Oliver Marmol spoke Sunday of the team's need to display resilience after absorbing a weekend series sweep at home against the Seattle Mariners.

It's safe to say that Marmol has liked his team's response.

After 4-2 and 11-7 victories in the first two contests of a four-game set at the Pittsburgh Pirates, St. Louis can earn a ser

Phillies eager to ride 'good start' into rematch vs. Giants

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 14:05:12 GMT

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After beginning the Don Mattingly era with a much-needed victory, the Philadelphia Phillies hope to ride the momentum into Wednesday night's matchup with the visiting San Francisco Giants.

Philadelphia entered Tuesday with a league-worst-tying 9-19 record, prompting the team to part ways with manager Rob Thomson.

Mattingly was promoted from bench coach to rep

Guardians' Travis Bazzana eager to make mark in finale vs. Rays

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 11:40:26 GMT

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The Cleveland Guardians didn't call up top prospect Travis Bazzana on Tuesday to keep him on the bench, throwing him into the lineup at second base just hours after his promotion from Triple-A Columbus.

Bazzana, 23, will be back in the lineup on Wednesday afternoon as Cleveland concludes its three-game series against the visiting Tampa Bay Rays.

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World Insights: White House press dinner shooting reveals deepening political divides in U.S.

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 09:15:17 GMT

The shooting is the latest in a string of politically motivated attacks that have targeted officials from both major parties, reinforcing concerns that political violence is becoming normalized in the United States.

WASHINGTON, April 29 (Xinhua) -- A shooting at the annual dinner of the White House Correspondents' Association has cast a harsh light on the state of political discourse in the Unite

MLB roundup: Phillies trounce Giants after making managerial change

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 08:55:15 GMT

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Jesus Luzardo allowed just two hits over seven innings as the Philadelphia Phillies topped the visiting San Francisco Giants 7-0 on Tuesday, hours after firing manager Rob Thomson.

With a 9-19 record entering Tuesday that was tied for the worst mark in the major leagues, the Phillies opted to part ways with Thomson, who had managed the squad for nearly four years.

NBA roundup: De'Aaron Fox, Spurs knock out Blazers in Game 5

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 05:55:12 GMT

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De'Aaron Fox scored 13 of his 21 points in the fourth quarter as the host San Antonio Spurs defeated the Portland Trail Blazers 114-95 on Tuesday to close out a 4-1 victory in the teams' first-round Western Conference playoff series.

Victor Wembanyama racked up 17 points, 14 rebounds and six blocked shots as the second-seeded Spurs secured a berth in the conference

Sixers stun Celtics to stay alive in series, force Game 6

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 02:05:06 GMT

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Joel Embiid tossed in 33 points and added eight assists as the visiting Philadelphia 76ers avoided elimination by beating the Boston Celtics 113-97 Tuesday in Game 5 of their Eastern Conference first-round playoff series.

Embiid, who missed the first three games of the series following an appendectomy, went to the locker room with an apparent knee injury with 4:3

Cardinals set season high in runs, blow past Pirates

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 01:40:37 GMT

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Nolan Gorman and Victor Scott II homered Tuesday night, while Jordan Walker and Alec Burleson each knocked in three runs as the visiting St. Louis Cardinals outslugged the Pittsburgh Pirates 11-7.

St. Louis scored multiple runs in four different innings, finishing with 12 hits. The Cards were efficient, going 5 of 16 with runners in scoring position and strandin

Phillies post 2-hit shutout of Giants in first game since manager's firing

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 01:25:04 GMT

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Jesus Luzardo allowed just two hits over seven innings as the Philadelphia Phillies topped the visiting San Francisco Giants 7-0 on Tuesday, hours after firing manager Rob Thomson.

With a league-worst 9-19 record entering Tuesday, the Phillies opted to part ways with Thomson, who had managed the squad for nearly four years. Bench coach Don Mattingly was promoted to

Penguins look to ride momentum, stave off elimination in Game 6

Tue, 28 Apr 2026 23:19:17 GMT

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The momentum in the first-round playoff series between the Philadelphia Flyers and Pittsburgh Penguins has officially shifted to the west.

The Penguins have won two straight games with their season on the line and will look to continue their rally against their intrastate rivals Wednesday when they skate with the Flyers in a pivotal Game 6.

Philadelphia ap

Ducks visit Oilers seeking first series victory in 9 years

Tue, 28 Apr 2026 19:05:23 GMT

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The Anaheim Ducks are one victory away from winning their first Stanley Cup playoff series in nine years.

Finishing off the two-time defending Western Conference champion Edmonton Oilers, especially on the road, won't come easily.

The Ducks own a 3-1 edge in the best-of-seven first-round series heading into Game 5 on Tuesday night.

Anaheim has won three

Celtics' Brad Stevens named NBA Executive of Year

Tue, 28 Apr 2026 17:55:12 GMT

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Boston Celtics president of basketball operations Brad Stevens was named the NBA Basketball Executive of the Year for the second time in three seasons on Tuesday.

Stevens' Celtics finished with the second-best record (56-26) in the Eastern Conference in 2025-26 and secured a top-two playoff seed for the fifth time in his five seasons in his current role.

Two ex-Fordham players banned after betting probe

Tue, 28 Apr 2026 17:19:12 GMT

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Two former Fordham men's basketball players received permanent bans from the NCAA on Tuesday after a lengthy gambling investigation.

The NCAA Division I Committee on Infractions found that Elijah Gray and Will Richardson participated in potential game manipulation for sports betting reasons.

According to the investigation, a $10,000 bet was placed on a Februar

After managerial change, Phillies look to alter fortunes vs. Giants

Tue, 28 Apr 2026 16:19:09 GMT

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The Philadelphia Phillies made news on Tuesday morning, hours before opening a three-game series against the visiting San Francisco Giants.

The Phillies fired manager Rob Thomson and named bench coach Don Mattingly as their interim skipper through the 2026 season.

USA Today reported Boston Red Sox manager Alex Cora, fired Friday, was offered the job and dec

Phillies fire Rob Thomson, tab Don Mattingly as interim manager

Tue, 28 Apr 2026 15:40:46 GMT

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The Philadelphia Phillies fired manager Rob Thomson on Tuesday and named bench coach Don Mattingly as their interim skipper through the 2026 season.

USA Today reported Boston Red Sox manager Alex Cora, fired Friday, was offered the job and declined, opting to spend time with his family.

The floundering Phillies (9-19) have lost 11 of their last 12 games are tie

Steelers place rare contract tender on Aaron Rodgers

Tue, 28 Apr 2026 15:05:03 GMT

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If Aaron Rodgers plays another season, the Steelers want to make sure it's with Pittsburgh.

The franchise placed the rare right-of-first-refusal tender on unrestricted free agent quarterback Aaron Rodgers, ESPN reported on Tuesday morning.

The move means Rodgers can accept a 10-percent raise from last year's salary ($13.65 million), pushing the four-time N

Cam Schlittler, Yankees push to keep cruising vs. Rangers

Tue, 28 Apr 2026 12:19:06 GMT

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Cam Schlittler's second season in the majors is going well.

Jacob deGrom's second full season following his recovery from elbow surgery also is off to a strong start.

Schlittler and deGrom hope to turn in strong outings when the former leads the New York Yankees into the middle contest of a three-game series against the Texas Rangers on Tuesday night in Arl

After rare misstep, Pirates' bullpen seeks redemption vs. Cardinals

Tue, 28 Apr 2026 09:19:04 GMT

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Thirty-six innings. More than a year. That's how long it had been since the Cardinals scored against the Pirates in Pittsburgh.

St. Louis quickly made up for lost time.

The Cardinals exploded for four runs with one out in the ninth inning against the usually reliable Dennis Santana as St. Louis posted a 4-2 win in the opener of a four-game series with the Pira

Eagles exercise fifth-year options on Jalen Carter, Nolan Smith

Tue, 28 Apr 2026 05:05:11 GMT

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The Philadelphia Eagles locked up a pair of defensive starters through the 2027 season, picking up the fifth-year options of defensive tackle Jalen Carter and outside linebacker Nolan Smith on Monday.

The team faced a Friday deadline on the options for the two Georgia products.

Carter, 25, was the ninth overall pick in the 2024 draft. A Pro Bowl honoree each

MLB roundup: Cards score 4 runs in ninth to stun Pirates

Tue, 28 Apr 2026 03:55:07 GMT

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Jose Fermin's two-run double with one out in the ninth inning capped a four-run rally as the St. Louis Cardinals overcame a near-shutout and beat the host Pittsburgh Pirates 4-2 on Monday.

St. Louis, which had lost four straight and five of six, was hitless through 6 2/3 innings and scoreless through 8 1/3 before breaking through against Dennis Santana, who came int

Penguins extend series again with 3-2 win over Flyers in Game 5

Tue, 28 Apr 2026 02:05:12 GMT

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Kris Letang's fluky go-ahead goal late in the second period proved to be the difference as the Pittsburgh Penguins posted a 3-2 home victory over the Philadelphia Flyers on Monday in Game 5 of their first-round playoff series.

Sidney Crosby had two assists for Pittsburgh despite missing some action after taking a shot off his leg in the second period. Arturs Sil

Cardinals rally in ninth to make Pirates' 6 2/3 perfect frames moot

Tue, 28 Apr 2026 01:55:23 GMT

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Jose Fermin's two-run double with one out in the ninth inning capped a four-run rally as the St. Louis Cardinals overcame a near-shutout and beat the host Pittsburgh Pirates 4-2 on Monday.

St. Louis, which had lost four straight and five of six, was hitless through 6 2/3 innings and scoreless through 8 1/3 before breaking through against Dennis Santana, who came int

Cardinals rally in ninth to make Pirates' 6 1/3 perfect frames moot

Tue, 28 Apr 2026 01:55:19 GMT

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Jose Fermin's two-run double with one out in the ninth inning capped a four-run rally as the St. Louis Cardinals overcame a near-shutout and beat the host Pittsburgh Pirates 4-2 on Monday.

St. Louis, which had lost four straight and five of six, was hitless through 6 1/3 innings and scoreless through 8 1/3 before breaking through against Dennis Santana, who came int

Ducks seeking first series victory in 9 years vs. Oilers

Tue, 28 Apr 2026 00:40:39 GMT

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The Anaheim Ducks are one victory away from winning their first Stanley Cup playoff series in nine years.

Finishing off the two-time defending Western Conference champion Edmonton Oilers, especially on the road, won't come easily.

The Ducks own a 3-1 edge in the best-of-seven first-round series heading into Game 5 on Tuesday night.

Anaheim has won three

Brewers' Chad Patrick takes the bump to try to stifle Diamondbacks

Mon, 27 Apr 2026 23:40:29 GMT

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After snapping a four-game losing streak, the Milwaukee Brewers will turn to right-hander Chad Patrick against the visiting Arizona Diamondbacks on Tuesday in the opener of the three-game series.

Arizona has not officially named a starter, but veteran right-hander Merrill Kelly (1-1, 9.31 ERA) is likely to make his third start since coming off the injured list again

Mets-Nats to feature punchless offenses vs. generous pitching

Mon, 27 Apr 2026 22:55:18 GMT

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No team in baseball has scored fewer runs than the New York Mets. And no team in the National League has allowed more runs than the Washington Nationals.

Something will have to give starting Tuesday, when the skidding Mets host Washington in the opener of a three-game series between the longtime National League East rivals.

Clay Holmes (2-2, 2.10 ERA) is slate

Mets-Nats to feature punchless offense vs. generous pitching

Mon, 27 Apr 2026 22:55:13 GMT

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No team in baseball has scored fewer runs than the New York Mets. And no team in the National League has allowed more runs than the Washington Nationals.

Something will have to give starting Tuesday, when the skidding Mets host Washington in the opener of a three-game series between the longtime National League East rivals.

Clay Holmes (2-2, 2.10 ERA) is slate

Report: Cowboys signing WR Marquez Valdes-Scantling

Mon, 27 Apr 2026 20:25:06 GMT

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Wide receiver Marquez Valdes-Scantling is signing a one-year deal with the Dallas Cowboys, NFL Network reported Monday.

Further terms of the deal were not disclosed.

Valdes-Scantling had 14 catches for 120 yards and a touchdown last season in 10 regular-season games with the San Francisco 49ers and the Pittsburgh Steelers.

He will be competing for playin

D.C. sets 1M attendance goal for '27 NFL Draft

Mon, 27 Apr 2026 20:05:09 GMT

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Washington, D.C., is coming for the draft attendance record set by Pittsburgh over the weekend.

The D.C.-based NFL draft in 2027 already has a goal of having a combined three-day attendance figure of 1 million fans on the National Mall.

The draft has been in D.C. before, but not since 1940 at the Willard Hotel.

The NFL centered its annual draft in New York

Angelina Jolie's daughter Zahara hails her "selfless" mom at sorority event

Mon, 27 Apr 2026 19:44:10 GMT

Los Angeles [US], April 27 (ANI): Actors Angelina Jolie and Brad Pitt's daughter Zahara Jolie has shared an emotional tribute to her mother during an Alpha Kappa Alpha sorority event at Spelman College, where she enrolled in 2022, highlighting their 'unique' and deeply personal bond, according to E! News.

Zahara, 21, accompanied by Angelina Jolie at the event, reflected on the significance of her relationship wi

Celtics return home with chance to finish off reeling Sixers

Mon, 27 Apr 2026 19:40:27 GMT

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The Boston Celtics can close out the Eastern Conference first-round playoff series with the visiting Philadelphia 76ers in Game 5 on Tuesday night.After splitting two games in Boston, the second-seeded Celtics took a 3-1 lead in the best-of-seven series by beating the seventh-seeded 76ers twice in Philadelphia.'Played another about-as-bad-as-you-can-play game,' Philadelp

Phillies eager to end awful April on high note vs. Giants

Mon, 27 Apr 2026 18:25:07 GMT

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April will go down as a month that manager Rob Thomson and the Philadelphia Phillies would prefer to forget.

With 11 losses in their last 12 games and only nine victories on the season, the Phillies are desperate for a win Tuesday when they host the San Francisco Giants in the opener of a three-game set.

Philadelphia enters the week with a 9-19 record, matc

DC sets 1M attendance goal for '27 NFL Draft

Mon, 27 Apr 2026 17:40:22 GMT

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Washington, D.C., is coming for the draft attendance record set by Pittsburgh over the weekend.

The D.C.-based NFL draft in 2027 already has a goal of having a combined three-day attendance figure of 1 million fans on the National Mall.

The draft has been in D.C. before, but not since 1940 at the Willard Hotel.

The NFL centered its annual draft in New York

Yankees face Rangers looking to begin new winning streak

Mon, 27 Apr 2026 07:05:19 GMT

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The New York Yankees are monitoring the status of designated hitter Giancarlo Stanton as they prepare to begin a three-game series against the Texas Rangers on Monday in Arlington, Texas.

Stanton has missed the last two games with right calf tightness, and Yankees manager Aaron Boone said the team will decide before Monday's contest if a trip to the injured list is

Facing Jays, Red Sox hope managerial change sparks turnaround

Mon, 27 Apr 2026 07:05:15 GMT

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Boston Red Sox players have been more than open about their feelings behind the organization's decision to fire manager Alex Cora and five members of the coaching staff Saturday.

An unpopular choice made by the front office could spark an early-season turnaround, though, as Boston has won back-to-back games entering the opener of a three-game series Monday against the

Cardinals turn to Dustin May against Pirates to stop skid

Mon, 27 Apr 2026 06:55:15 GMT

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After dropping three games by a total of four runs while getting swept at home, the St. Louis Cardinals will look for better fortune on the road as they begin a four-game series against the Pittsburgh Pirates on Monday.

St. Louis has lost four straight and five of six and is tied with the Milwaukee Brewers for fourth in the National League Central, the only division i

Former Steelers coach Mike Tomlin says timing right for new leadership

Mon, 27 Apr 2026 05:55:07 GMT

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Former Pittsburgh Steelers coach Mike Tomlin said the timing was right for both him and the organization when he stepped down after 19 seasons without a losing record.

Tomlin, who guided the Steelers to victory in Super Bowl XLIII in the 2008 season, told NBC on Sunday night in his first interview since resigning in January that the lack of postseason success -- no

MLB roundup: Chad Tracy wins managerial debut as Red Sox top O's

Mon, 27 Apr 2026 03:40:33 GMT

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Willson Contreras hit a two-run home run and Connelly Early pitched into the seventh inning as the Boston Red Sox won in their first game after a surprising weekend managerial change, beating the host Baltimore Orioles 5-3.

With Chad Tracy serving as interim manager after Alex Cora's Saturday firing, Ceddanne Rafaela recorded an RBI triple and a double as the Re

FIFA likely to increase funding, fees for teams

Mon, 27 Apr 2026 02:05:18 GMT

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In response to requests by European teams to increase prize money and to assist with costs associated with their participation this summer in the World Cup, the world governing body and World Cup organizer is set to fulfill those wishes -- for all 48 participating countries.

FIFA has had discussions with national associations to boost funding, and the proposals are ex

Payton Pritchard (32), Celtics shoot down Sixers, lead 3-1

Mon, 27 Apr 2026 01:55:06 GMT

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Payton Pritchard scored a career-playoff-high 32 points off the bench and the Boston Celtics took a 3-1 series lead with a convincing 128-96 road victory over the Philadelphia 76ers on Sunday night.

Jayson Tatum made five treys and recorded 30 points, 11 assists and seven rebounds and Jaylen Brown added 20 points and seven rebounds as the second-seeded Celtics move

Oilers to start G Tristan Jarry over Connor Ingram in Game 4 vs. Ducks

Mon, 27 Apr 2026 00:55:09 GMT

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The Edmonton Oilers tabbed Tristan Jarry as their starting goalie for Game 4 of their first-round playoff series against the host Anaheim Ducks on Sunday.

Connor Ingram served as the Edmonton Oilers' goaltender for the first three games of the series, but the higher-seeded Oilers have fallen behind 2-1 in the best-of-seven set.

Jarry spent practice on Saturday in

2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs Second Round begins Saturday in prime time on ABC

Fri, 01 May 2026 10:33:46 GMT

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Meadville EMS earns statewide honor for rural emergency care

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 03:03:46 GMT

A small Pennsylvania city is drawing statewide attention for tackling one of rural America’s toughest challenges – emergency medical services.
Meadville has been named the 2026 EMS Agency of the Year by the new slate of legislation to address rising healthcare costs.
With soaring medical debt and high premiums, almost half of U.S. adults struggle to afford basic healthcare. Adding to the issue, some 120,000 Penns

PA Democrats eye key districts to shift House control

Mon, 27 Apr 2026 00:29:33 GMT

By Anna Gustafson for the Pennsylvania Independent.
Broadcast version by Danielle Smith for Keystone State News Connection reporting for the Pennsylvania Independent-Public News Ser

Updates: 6 picks sign; Guard reps for Shelton

Fri, 01 May 2026 20:36:00 GMT

DallasCowboys.com
May 1
Drew Shelton#67 OTHeight: 6-5Weight: 313 lbsCollege: Penn State
3:21 p.m.- In a draft class that heavily features defensive players, Drew Shelton is just one of two offensive players that were drafted by the Cowboys last weekend.
And while adjusting to the speed of the game is the first thing these rookies need to learn, Shelton might be learning a new positio

Christian Parker talks Caleb Downs, outlook for Cowboys' defense

Fri, 01 May 2026 19:50:17 GMT

Patrik Walker
FRISCO, TexasChristian Parker is a very happy man. His maiden voyage as a defensive coordinator is now forever tied to the Dallas Cowboys' decision to trade up to select Ohio State superstar Caleb Downs in the 2026 NFL Draft, and Downs was all smiles as he joined his draft class in reporting to rookie minicamp this week.
Speaking directly after the conclusion of Friday's worko

Seahawks Sign Seven Undrafted Rookie Free Agents

Fri, 01 May 2026 18:09:20 GMT

The Seahawks signed seven undrafted rookie free agents prior to the start of rookie minicamp.
John Boyle
The Seahawks signed seven undrafted rookie free agents on Friday prior to kicking off their rookie minicamp.
Seattle's undrafted rookie class includes three edge players, outside linebackers Devean Deal from TCU, Aidan Hubbard from Northwestern, Marvin Jones Jr. from Oklahoma, adding to a positio

Updates: 6 of 7 Cowboys rookies sign contracts

Fri, 01 May 2026 16:46:00 GMT

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May 1
Caleb Downs#18 DBHeight: 5-11Weight: 206 lbsCollege: Ohio State
11:30 a.m. --The Cowboys have officially signed six of their seven rookie draft picks, and 11 undrafted free agents.
First-round pick Caleb Downs, third-round pick Jaishawn Barham, fourth-round picks Drew Shelton, Devin Moore, LT Overton and seventh-round pick Anthony Smith.
The only Cowboys

Two Ravens Legends Who Know Ja'Kobi Lane Give Him Rave Reviews

Fri, 01 May 2026 16:16:49 GMT

Ryan Mink
Todd Heap bailed out Ravens quarterbacks for a decade in Baltimore. He was fearless over the middle, often sacrificing his body to make a leaping catch with a defender poised to knock his block off.
As a father and assistant coach at Red Mountain High School, Heap got a front-row seat to another high flyer. He coached Ja'Kobi Lane, the Ravens' new third-round wide receiver, for three years. And th

Inbox: The Packers have plenty of room to do as they wish

Fri, 01 May 2026 13:30:00 GMT

Its practically impossible to figure out
Mike Spofford
Garrett from Buckeye, AZ
After rookie minicamp, what's the best way to kill time between minicamp, OTAs, and eventually training camp? I want football season here already.
You can watch baseball, or the NBA/NHL playoffs. Or read books. I run the gamut and appreciate the change of pace more each year.
Jeff from Champl

Why the Ravens Are Having a Tougher Time Finding Draft Bargains

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 20:29:52 GMT

Ryan Mink
There are few, if any, teams that have drafted better than the Ravens over the years.
However, General Manager Eric DeCosta finds it harder for Baltimore to find draft bargains for one main reason. Other teams seem to have similar rankings to the Ravens'.
The "consensus big board," a creation from Arif Hasan of "Wide Left Football" that is based on more than 100 big boards from analysts, has

Titans Exercise Fifth-Year Option on Guard Peter Skoronski

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 19:40:55 GMT

Jim Wyatt
NASHVILLETitans have picked up the fifth-year option for former first-round pick Peter Skoroniski's rookie contract.
Skoronski, drafted 11th overall in the 2023 NFL Draft, finished the 2025 season with 17 starts at left guard for the second year in a row. He was the team's only player who did not miss an offensive snap during the season.
Skoronski has started 48 games over t

Giants sign veteran defensive lineman Shelby Harris

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 14:17:00 GMT

Dan Salomone
The New York Giants have signed veteran defensive lineman Shelby Harris.
Shelby, 6-2 and 288 pounds, has played in 146 regular-season games with 89 starts for the Raiders (2014-15), Broncos (2017-21), Seahawks (2022), and Browns (2023-25).
His career numbers include 358 total tackles, 65 quarterback hits, 58 tackles for loss, 40 passes defensed, 28.5 sacks, five forced fumbles, and one in

All-around game, high-impact consistency defined Clay Matthews

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 14:00:00 GMT

Super Bowl-turning play just one moment in a great career
Cliff Christl
Clay Matthews
Inducted: 2024
Linebacker: 2009-18
Height: 6-3; Weight: 255
College: Southern Cal, 2005-08
Honors:
NFL All-Decade Team: 2000s
Associated Press All-Pro Team (chosen since 1940): 2010
Pro Bowl Selection (played from 1950-2022): 2009, '10, '11, '12, '14, '15

Draft Day Lookback: Tunch Illkin

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 10:55:00 GMT
Teresa VarleyIn honor of the 2026 NFL Draft being held in Pittsburgh, we are highlighting the day members of the Hall of Honor were drafted by the Steelers.The feature will run from April 17-May 1, featuring some of the team's most iconic players.Today we feature Tunch Ilkin.April 30Tunch IlkinOffensive Tackle1980-92Drafted April 30, 1980If you are looking for someone who truly and honestly represented what it means to be

Dates set for 2026 Steelers rookie minicamp

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 10:20:00 GMT

Teresa Varley
The latest dates for the Steelers offseason program have been announced by the NFL.
The team's rookie minicamp will be held from May 8-10, the first opportunity the coaching staff will have to see the rookie class on the field.
The NFL has divided the offseason into three phases, and it kicked off for the Steelers on April 7 when players reported for voluntary workouts that were limited

George Pickens firma la etiqueta de franquicia con los Cowboys

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 22:27:30 GMT

Somos Cowboys
FRISCO, TexasGeorge Pickens y los Dallas Cowboys han aceptado que el receptor jugar la temporada 2026 de la NFL bajo la etiqueta de franquicia, con las negociaciones de un contrato a largo plazo pausadas hasta la prxima temporada baja. Ahora, el receptor Pro Bowl ha firmado su etiqueta de franquicia justo cuando los veteranos comienzan a reportarse a las instalaciones del equipo par

Seahawks Sign Tight End Harrison Bryant

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 22:15:12 GMT

The Seattle Seahawks signed tight end Harrison Bryant on Wednesday.
Ari Horton
The Seahawks signed tight end Harrison Bryant on Wednesday.
Bryant was a fourth-round draft pick by the Cleveland Browns in 2020 and started in nine games his rookie year. Over his career, he's played in 90 games, starting 27 of them with 10 touchdowns. After his time in Cleveland, Bryant spent time with the Raiders, Texa

Girls Flag Football Coach of the Week: Jack Duppel, Padua Academy

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 22:00:00 GMT

Duppel is entering his third season as the head coach at Padua Academy in Wilmington, Delaware. It was one of the first four schools in the state to launch a girls flag football team.
Jim Gehman
In a Field of Dreams-esque sort of way build it and they will come Jack and Karen Duppel brought girls high school flag football to Delaware.
In the spring of 2023, Jack was coaching JV softball at Padua Aca

George Pickens signs franchise tag, Cowboys debunk trade rumors

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 22:00:00 GMT

Patrik Walker
FRISCO, TexasGeorge Pickens and the Dallas Cowboys have come to termswith the fact he will enter the 2026 NFL season under the franchise tag, talks of a long-term deal being halted until next offseason. And now the Pro Bowl wide receiver has signed his franchise tag as veterans begin reporting to the team's facility to begin voluntary workouts.
The signing also fully guarantee

Magic Pick 84 and More | S.S. Mailbag

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 12:00:00 GMT

In our latest mailbag, Bucs fans have questions about Keionte Scott's draft slot, this year's international games, Lavonte David memories and more
Scott Smith
Last Friday night, on the second day of the 2026 NFL Draft, General Manager Jason Licht swung a trade with the Green Bay Packers, moving the Tampa Bay Buccaneers down from pick number 77 to number 84 in the middle of the third round. It was a drough

Draft Day Lookback: Greg Lloyd

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 10:55:00 GMT
Teresa VarleyIn honor of the 2026 NFL Draft being held in Pittsburgh, we are highlighting the day members of the Hall of Honor were drafted by the Steelers.The feature will run from April 17-May 1, featuring some of the team's most iconic players.Today we feature Greg Lloyd.April 29Greg LloydLinebacker1987-1997Drafted April 29, 1987His demeanor appeared to match the shirt he wore on a regular basis. It simply said, "I was

10 things to know about Colton Hood & Malachi Fields

Tue, 28 Apr 2026 20:05:00 GMT

Matt Citak
Following theirtwo selections in the top 10, the Giants made another two picks on Day 2 of the draft.
With the fifth pick in the second round (No. 37 overall), the Giants selected Tennessee cornerback Colton Hood. They then made a trade, giving up their fourth-round pick (No. 105), fifth-round pick (No. 145) and next year's fourth-round pick for the No. 74 overall pick, which they used on Notre D