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Whitecaps continue hot home streak, down Rapids

Sun, 26 Apr 2026 05:19:08 GMT

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Brian White scored a brace to lead the Vancouver Whitecaps to a 3-1 victory over the visiting Colorado Rapids on Saturday night.

Cheikh Sabaly also scored a goal for Vancouver (8-1-0, 24 points), which won its fourth straight match, all at home. Yohei Takaoka made two saves for the Whitecaps, who remained three points behind the first-place San Jose Earthquakes, a 3-

NBA roundup: Anthony Edwards, Donte DiVincenzo hurt in T-wolves' win

Sun, 26 Apr 2026 05:10:10 GMT

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Ayo Dosunmu came off the bench to score a career-high 43 points on 13-for-17 shooting, and the short-handed Minnesota Timberwolves pulled away for a 112-96 win over the Denver Nuggets in Game 4 of their Western Conference quarterfinals series on Saturday night in Minneapolis.

The victory, which gave Minnesota a 3-1 lead in the best-of-seven series, came at a cost to

T-wolves beat Nuggets, lose Anthony Edwards, Donte DiVincenzo to injuries

Sun, 26 Apr 2026 05:09:37 GMT

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The victory, which gave Minnesota a 3-1 lead in the best-of-seven series, came at a cost to

Timberwolves' Donte DiVincenzo (leg), Anthony Edwards (knee) exit early in win over Nuggets

Sun, 26 Apr 2026 05:09:28 GMT

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Minnesota Timberwolves guard Donte DiVincenzo was ruled out after injuring his lower right leg in the first quarter and was late joined on the sidelines by injured teammate Anthony Edwards in the first half of Saturday's 112-96 victory over the Denver Nuggets in Game 4 of their playoff series in Minneapolis.

DiVincenzo sustained the injury on a non-contac

T-wolves star Anthony Edwards (knee) exits game vs. Nuggets

Sun, 26 Apr 2026 05:08:21 GMT

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Minnesota Timberwolves guard Anthony Edwards injured his left knee and needed help to get to the locker room in the second quarter of Saturday night's home playoff game against the Denver Nuggets.

Edwards leaped to try to block a shot and landed awkwardly on his left leg. He immediately dropped to the court and clutched his knee.

Moments later, team officials

Struggling Kodai Senga seeks better form during Mets-Rockies doubleheader

Sun, 26 Apr 2026 05:08:01 GMT

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No player better symbolizes the topsy-turvy nature of the New York Mets than right-hander Kodai Senga.

On Sunday, the Mets will look to the 33-year-old starting pitcher to snap his slump and help New York avoid falling into another tailspin when it hosts the Colorado Rockies in a doubleheader.

Senga (0-3, 8.83 ERA) and fellow right-hander Nolan McLean (1-

Donte DiVincenzo (leg) ruled out for T-Wolves after non-contact injury

Sun, 26 Apr 2026 05:07:48 GMT

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Minnesota Timberwolves guard Donte DiVincenzo was ruled out after injuring his lower right leg in the first quarter of Saturday's game against the Denver Nuggets.

DiVincenzo sustained the injury on a non-contact play. He planted his foot to go toward a loose ball, and he quickly went down as he grabbed toward the back of his right leg.

The team rule

Avalanche on verge of grinding out defensive-minded sweep of Kings

Sun, 26 Apr 2026 05:07:13 GMT

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The Colorado Avalanche are one game away from a sweep as they prepare to face the Los Angeles Kings on the road for Game 4 of their Western Conference first-round series Sunday.

However, don't mistake the chance for a sweep as the Avalanche dominating the Kings. The first two games in Denver were 2-1 games, and in Game 2, the Avalanche needed a goal from Gabrie

Buffalo star Red Murdock is 'Mr. Irrelevant' after Broncos tab him last in draft

Sun, 26 Apr 2026 05:06:51 GMT

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Red Murdock enjoyed a storied college career at Buffalo but all his accolades and production weren't appearing especially relevant in the eyes of NFL teams.

But Murdock was finally chosen Sunday by the Denver Broncos with the 257th and last pick of the seven-round 2026 NFL Draft in Pittsburgh, earning him the label of 'Mr. Irrelevant.'

The second-team All-Amer

NFL Draft Day 3: Jermod McCoy to Raiders, Jets trade up for Cade Klubnik

Sun, 26 Apr 2026 05:06:34 GMT

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The third and final day of the 2026 NFL Draft began with a name many thought would go in the first round.Instead, Tennessee cornerback Jermod McCoy went No. 101 overall to the Las Vegas Raiders, as the opening pick of the fourth round on Saturday in Pittsburgh.The Buffalo Bills owned the No. 101 selection entering the day, while the Raiders sat at No. 102. Las Vegas tr

White Sox DFA catcher Reese McGuire, add Drew Romo from Triple-A

Sat, 25 Apr 2026 18:19:05 GMT

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The Chicago White Sox selected the contract of Drew Romo from Triple-A Charlotte and designated fellow catcher Reese McGuire for assignment on Saturday.

Romo, 24, is hitting .298 with three doubles, four home runs, 11 RBIs and 11 runs in 17 games with Charlotte. The White Sox claimed the switch-hitter off waivers from the New York Mets on Jan. 8.

He has lim

Rockies-Mets to play Sunday doubleheader after postponement

Sat, 25 Apr 2026 16:05:12 GMT

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The Saturday scheduled game between the Mets and the Colorado Rockies in New York has been postponed due to rain in the forecast.

The game is scheduled to be made up as part of a single-admission doubleheader at 1:40 p.m. ET on Sunday. The second contest will begin approximately 30 to 45 minutes after the end of the first game.

Kodai Senga (0-3, 8.83 ERA

Surging Cubs count on bullpen ahead of rematch vs. Dodgers

Sat, 25 Apr 2026 14:40:24 GMT

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Even with new pitchers in the Chicago Cubs' injury-plagued bullpen, the results remained the same.

The Cubs rallied for a 6-4 win on Friday, with their bullpen covering four scoreless innings and holding the Los Angeles Dodgers to two hits.

Chicago takes a 10-game winning streak into the middle game of a three-game road series against the Dodgers on Saturday.

Mets' Kodai Senga pushes to turn season around vs. Rockies

Sat, 25 Apr 2026 11:55:13 GMT

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No player better symbolizes the topsy-turvy nature of the New York Mets than Kodai Senga.

On Saturday afternoon against the visiting Colorado Rockies, the Mets will need the right-hander to snap his slump to ensure New York doesn't risk falling into another tailspin.

Senga (0-3, 8.83 ERA) is slated to face his former teammate, Rockies left-hander Jose Quintana

NFL Draft Rounds 2 & 3: Ohio State DT Kayden McDonald lands with Texans

Sat, 25 Apr 2026 03:40:27 GMT

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Kayden McDonald was in Pittsburgh for the NFL draft on Thursday night, and the defensive tackle watched 15 of his peers make the walk from the backstage green room to the stage to be announced as first-round selections.

The only player left in that room when the 32-player round ended was McDonald.

McDonald returned to the scene Friday night, and he didn't have to

In last home match till August, Whitecaps meet improved Rapids

Sat, 25 Apr 2026 02:40:44 GMT

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The Vancouver Whitecaps play their last home match until August on Saturday night when they host the Colorado Rapids.

The Whitecaps (7-1-0, 21 points), who are second in the Western Conference and the league overall behind only San Jose (24 points), will play their next eight matches in a row on the road as their home pitch, BC Place, undergoes preparations to

Michael Lorenzen, double plays help Rockies top Mets

Sat, 25 Apr 2026 02:05:08 GMT

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Michael Lorenzen tossed a season-high seven innings and earned the win Friday night for the visiting Colorado Rockies, who beat the New York Mets 4-3 in the opener of a three-game series.

Jake McCarthy laced the tiebreaking RBI double in the sixth while Troy Johnston had what proved to be the decisive two-run single an inning later for the Rockies, who improve

NFL Draft Round 2: Ohio State DT Kayden McDonald lands with Texans

Sat, 25 Apr 2026 01:55:18 GMT

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Defensive tackle Kayden McDonald was in Pittsburgh for the NFL draft on Thursday night, and the defensive tackle watched 15 of his peers make the walk from the backstage green room to the stage to be announced as first-round selections.

The only player left in that room when the 32-player round ended was McDonald.

McDonald returned to the scene Friday night, and

Fire endeavor to keep unbeaten run alive vs. last-place SKC

Sat, 25 Apr 2026 01:05:03 GMT

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After letting a second-half lead slip away in their last outing, the host Chicago Fire renew their rivalry with fellow Midwestern foe Sporting Kansas City on Saturday night.

While the Fire (4-2-2, 14 points) are unbeaten in their last five matches across all competitions (4-0-1), they blew a 3-1 second-half lead against FC Cincinnati on April 18. Evander's penalt

Austin FC look to home match vs. rival Dynamo to end winless swoon

Sat, 25 Apr 2026 00:55:18 GMT

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Austin FC hope that the added intensity of a rivalry match at home with the Houston Dynamo changes their recent winless swoon when the sides square off Saturday in the latest edition of the quest for Copa Tejas.

The Dynamo head northwest to the Texan capital on the heels of a 1-0 home win over San Diego FC on Wednesday. Ibrahim Aliyu's goal in the 35th minute was

Inter Miami take another swing at first win in new stadium vs. Revs

Sat, 25 Apr 2026 00:55:13 GMT

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Lionel Messi and Inter Miami will seek a third consecutive victory, and the first in their new home, when they host the New England Revolution on Saturday night.

After settling for 2-2 draws against Austin FC and the New York Red Bulls in the first two matches played at Nu Stadium, manager Javier Mascherano suddenly resigned and sporting director Guillermo Hoyos took ov

Nuggets feel 'urgency' down 2-1 in series against Timberwolves

Fri, 24 Apr 2026 23:40:35 GMT

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Nikola Jokic has played in enough best-of-seven showdowns in the playoffs to know that he and his teammates can overcome a 2-1 series deficit.

But they better respond quickly, he said.

'The next one is a really important game for us,' Jokic said. 'We've got to get out there with urgency and play much better.'

The Denver Nuggets will try to even the se

Offenses ready to shine as Padres, D-backs meet in Mexico City

Fri, 24 Apr 2026 21:19:05 GMT

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The Arizona Diamondbacks and San Diego Padres will meet in the third incarnation of the Mexico City Series in a two-game set beginning Saturday.

If form holds, runs will follow.

The Padres and San Francisco Giants combined for 37 runs in the inaugural two-game set in 2023, which the Padres swept with 16-11 and 6-4 victories. The teams combined for 15 homers,

Cubs bring 9-game win streak into opener vs. Dodgers

Fri, 24 Apr 2026 13:40:21 GMT

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The Chicago Cubs carry the longest winning streak in the major leagues into the opener of a three-game road series against the Los Angeles Dodgers on Friday night in a battle of division leaders.

Chicago extended its winning streak to nine games with an 8-7 victory in 10 innings over the Philadelphia Phillies (nine straight losses) on Thursday.

'A nine-game win

Behind Bo Bichette, Mets put mini win streak on line vs. Rockies

Fri, 24 Apr 2026 11:05:11 GMT

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Bo Bichette seems to like batting leadoff for the New York Mets.

Good thing, because the Mets are going to be without their usual leadoff hitter for a while.

Bichette and the Mets will look to continue building a winning streak Friday night when New York hosts the Colorado Rockies in the opener of a three-game series.

Freddy Peralta (1-2, 4.05 ERA)

NHL roundup: Alex Tuch's goal gives Sabres 2-1 series lead over Bruins

Fri, 24 Apr 2026 06:25:15 GMT

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Alex Tuch scored the tiebreaking goal 4:03 into the third period, propelling the visiting Buffalo Sabres to a 3-1 win over the Boston Bruins in Game 3 of their Eastern Conference first-round playoff series on Thursday night.

The result was the second straight victory for a road team in the best-of-seven series, which Buffalo now leads 2-1.

Noah Ostlund and B

NBA roundup: Hawks get by Knicks again to take 2-1 series lead

Fri, 24 Apr 2026 05:19:09 GMT

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CJ McCollum scored 23 points and sank the game-winning basket with 12.7 seconds left, lifting Atlanta to a 109-108 win over the visiting New York Knicks on Thursday and giving the Hawks a 2-1 lead in their first-round Eastern Conference playoff series.

The Hawks led 96-85 with 8:06 to go in the fourth quarter, but the Knicks roared back to tie the game at 105-105 on

Avalanche down Kings, close in on series sweep

Fri, 24 Apr 2026 04:55:06 GMT

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Artturi Lehkonen collected one goal and one assist while pacing Colorado to a 4-2 road victory over the Los Angeles Kings on Thursday, putting the Avalanche on the verge of sweeping their Western Conference first-round playoff series.

Gabriel Landeskog, Cale Makar and Brock Nelson also scored for the Avalanche, who will look to close out the best-of-seven serie

Timberwolves shut down Nuggets, claim series advantage

Fri, 24 Apr 2026 04:40:30 GMT

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Jaden McDaniels led a spirited defensive effort, reserve Ayo Dosunmu delivered a team-high 25 points and the Minnesota Timberwolves held the Denver Nuggets to a season-low shooting percentage en route to a 113-96 victory in Game 3 of their Western Conference first-round playoff series on Thursday in Minneapolis.

The Timberwolves hold a 2-1 edge in the best-of-sev

Wembanyama's status uncertain for Spurs vs. Blazers in Game 3

Fri, 24 Apr 2026 00:05:12 GMT

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Victor Wembanyama's availability is at the forefront of discussion as his San Antonio Spurs travel to Portland to play the Trail Blazers on Friday in Game 3 of their Western Conference first-round playoff series.

The star center's concussion, sustained in the second quarter of Game 2 on Tuesday, is one factor affecting the Spurs' chances for success in these playof

Padres score 5 in ninth to rally past Rockies

Thu, 23 Apr 2026 22:55:18 GMT

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Gavin Sheets' three-run homer in the top of the ninth inning Thursday capped a five-run rally enabling the San Diego Padres to outslug the host Colorado Rockies 10-8 in Denver.

Sheets' third homer of the year, all against Colorado pitching, scored Xander Bogaerts and pinch runner Bryce Johnson. It slapped a blown save on Victor Vodnik (0-2), who fanned Fernando

Tyler Glasnow dominates as Dodgers blank Giants

Thu, 23 Apr 2026 22:25:13 GMT

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Tyler Glasnow allowed just one hit in eight shutout innings, Tanner Scott threw a scoreless ninth and the Los Angeles Dodgers avoided a three-game series sweep with a 3-0 victory over the host San Francisco Giants on Thursday afternoon.

Max Muncy scored twice, while Dalton Rushing and Hyeseong Kim drove in runs for the Dodgers, who completed a 3-4 trip to Colorado and

Rockies RHP Ryan Feltner, 2B Willi Castro injured vs. Padres

Thu, 23 Apr 2026 21:19:22 GMT

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The Colorado Rockies lost their starting pitcher and second baseman to injures in the first three innings of Thursday's home game with the San Diego Padres in Denver.

Right-hander Ryan Feltner departed after two innings with right triceps tightness. Feltner, 29, worked a 1-2-3 first inning before allowing two runs on two hits and a walk in the second. He is 1-1

Rockies RHP Ryan Feltner, 2B Willi Castro injured vs. Rockies

Thu, 23 Apr 2026 21:19:12 GMT

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The Colorado Rockies lost their starting pitcher and second baseman to injures in the first three innings of Thursday's home game with the San Diego Padres in Denver.

Right-hander Ryan Feltner departed after two innings with right triceps tightness. Feltner, 29, worked a 1-2-3 first inning before allowing two runs on two hits and a walk in the second. He is 1-1

BYU's AJ Dybantsa, potential top pick, declares for draft

Thu, 23 Apr 2026 17:19:05 GMT

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As expected, BYU forward AJ Dybantsa declared Thursday for the 2026 NBA Draft.

He made the announcement in his hometown of Brockton, Mass., at the Davis School, which he attended as a child.

The 6-foot-9 Dybantsa likely will be one of the top three picks in the draft. Fellow freshmen Darryn Peterson of Kansas and Cameron Boozer of Duke join Dybantsa as poten

Padres, after rare loss, aim to start new win streak against Rockies

Thu, 23 Apr 2026 13:05:03 GMT

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The San Diego Padres probably almost forgot just what a loss felt like.

Their 8-3 loss at the Colorado Rockies on Wednesday was their third in the past 17 games and the first in six games against Colorado. The Padres will look to flip back into the win column in the finale of a three-game series at the Rockies on Thursday.

The Padres will send Matt Waldro

Giants turn to Logan Webb in bid for sweep of Dodgers

Thu, 23 Apr 2026 12:40:21 GMT

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San Francisco will look for a reconfigured rotation to continue its magic Thursday afternoon when the Giants vie for a three-game sweep of the visiting Los Angeles Dodgers.

In the series finale, the Giants hope right-hander Logan Webb (2-2, 5.40 ERA) can duplicate the efforts of Landen Roupp and Tyler Mahle.

The two-time defending champion Dodgers are expected

MLB roundup: Mets eke out win over Twins, end 12-game skid

Thu, 23 Apr 2026 08:55:11 GMT

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Mark Vientos redeemed himself for an earlier baserunning miscue by delivering the tiebreaking single in the eighth inning, and the host New York Mets snapped a 12-game losing streak with a 3-2 win over the Minnesota Twins on Wednesday.

The losing streak was the longest for the Mets since a 12-game skid from Aug. 10-23, 2002. However, the much-needed victory may have

Rapids' defense rises up in scoreless draw vs. LAFC

Thu, 23 Apr 2026 05:19:16 GMT

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The visiting Colorado Rapids delivered one of their best defensive performances of the season and continued Los Angeles FC's offensive doldrums as the teams played to a scoreless draw on Wednesday.

The Rapids (4-4-1, 13 points) have allowed 15 goals this season, tied for fourth most in the Western Conference entering play Wednesday. Colorado notched its second shutou

Solid hitting, pitching lead Rockies to easy win vs. Padres

Thu, 23 Apr 2026 04:19:11 GMT

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Hunter Goodman homered and doubled twice, Mickey Moniak also had two doubles, and the Colorado Rockies beat the San Diego Padres 8-3 in Denver on Wednesday night.

TJ Rumfield, Jake McCarthy and Willi Castro had two hits each to back a strong outing by Colorado starter Tomoyuki Sugano (2-1), who allowed one run on five hits and struck out four in 5 2/3 inn

Inter Miami rally late to beat RSL, complete Rocky Mountain sweep

Thu, 23 Apr 2026 04:19:07 GMT

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Rodrigo De Paul and Luis Suarez scored a minute apart late in the second half, breaking a deadlock and handing Inter Miami a 2-0 win over Real Salt Lake on Wednesday in Sandy, Utah.

Dayne St. Clair made four saves in his first clean sheet of the season as Miami (5-1-3, 18 points) went 2-0-0 on a trip to Colorado and Utah, which were also the first two matches under inte

Tensions rise between Nuggets, Timberwolves ahead of Game 3

Thu, 23 Apr 2026 01:19:12 GMT

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The war of words is picking up between the Minnesota Timberwolves and Denver Nuggets.

The battle on the court should be even better.

The Timberwolves and Nuggets will resume their high-stakes rivalry when the teams tip off in Game 3 of the Western Conference first-round playoff matchup Thursday night in Minneapolis. The best-of-seven series is even after Denver

Who's No. 2? Books shifting from Arvell Reese to David Bailey for Jets

Thu, 23 Apr 2026 00:40:22 GMT

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The New York Jets continue to hold their cards close to the vest when it comes to the No. 2 overall pick in the NFL draft on Thursday night.

But the most popular online sportsbooks think they see a tell: Texas A&M pass rusher David Bailey has passed Ohio State linebacker Arvell Reese as the favorite to be selected immediately after Indiana quarterback Fernando Mend

Kings head home in need of turnaround against Avalanche

Wed, 22 Apr 2026 23:19:12 GMT

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The Los Angeles Kings are hanging tough with the Presidents' Trophy-wielding Colorado Avalanche, yet they trail 2-0 in their Western Conference first-round playoff series as it shifts to the West Coast.

As the Kings prepare to host the Avalanche for Game 3 Thursday, they need to find a way to get over the hump against the regular-season champions to draw back i

Raiders back at No. 1, Jets comb best of Buckeyes

Wed, 22 Apr 2026 22:05:12 GMT

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Time is shorter and the wait is longer when the 2026 NFL Draft takes the stage in Pittsburgh on Thursday night.

The vagabond event marks a return to the home of the Steelers for the first time since 1948. Across three days, seven rounds and 257 total picks at Point State Park and Acrisure Stadium, which opened in 2001 as Heinz Field, player

Projecting the top 32 picks in the 2026 NFL Draft

Wed, 22 Apr 2026 17:19:13 GMT

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For the third time in four years, a Heisman Trophy winner is going No. 1 in the NFL draft.

Indiana's Fernando Mendoza, who led the Hoosiers to an undefeated season and national championship, is headed to the Las Vegas Raiders with the top overall pick. Traveling the route last taken by LSU's Joe Burrow with the Heisman-natty-No. 1 pick trifecta, Mendoza is th

Padres seek to continue hot stretch against Rockies

Wed, 22 Apr 2026 13:40:46 GMT

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The San Diego Padres will look to keep their winning ways going Wednesday as they play the second of their three-game road series against the Colorado Rockies in Denver.

Manager Craig Stammen's team won its third straight Tuesday night by blanking the Rockies 1-0. After entering April with a 1-4 mark, the Padres have lost just three times this month and have won 11

Guardians' Chase DeLauter looking to heat up in finale vs. Astros

Wed, 22 Apr 2026 11:55:13 GMT

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Chase DeLauter was the most impactful rookie in the majors during the opening weekend of the season, homering four times and driving in five runs over his first three games with the Cleveland Guardians.

Things haven't gone nearly as well since then. However, they might be trending upward as the Guardians conclude a seven-game homestand Wednesday afternoon against the H

MLB roundup: Cubs score 7, win 7th straight as Phils' skid hits 7

Wed, 22 Apr 2026 07:55:13 GMT

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Shota Imanaga tossed seven stellar innings, Seiya Suzuki and Michael Busch each drove in two runs and the streaking Chicago Cubs posted a 7-4 victory over the visiting Philadelphia Phillies on Tuesday.

Imanaga (2-1) allowed just one run on three hits, striking out one and walking one for the Cubs, who won their major-league-leading seventh straight game. Suzuki and N

NHL roundup: Lightning rally, beat Canadiens in OT to even series

Wed, 22 Apr 2026 07:19:10 GMT

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J.J. Moser scored 12:48 into overtime, giving the host Tampa Bay Lightning a 3-2 comeback victory over the Montreal Canadiens on Tuesday and evening their first-round Eastern Conference playoff series at one win each.

Tampa Bay fully controlled the game in the extra period and was rewarded when Moser found the net. He gained the puck off a faceoff win in the o

Randy Vasquez, Padres hand Rockies rare 1-0 home defeat

Wed, 22 Apr 2026 07:05:06 GMT

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Randy Vasquez pitched seven shutout innings and allowed just three hits for the San Diego Padres, who squeaked out a rare 1-0 victory over the Colorado Rockies on Tuesday in Denver.

It marked just the fourth time in Rockies history they lost a 1-0 game at Coors Field. The other three instances happened in 2006, with the Milwaukee Brewers last beating Colorado by that

Nicolas Roy's OT tally gives Avalanche 2-0 advantage over Kings

Wed, 22 Apr 2026 06:19:12 GMT

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Nicolas Roy scored at 7:44 of overtime to lift Colorado to a 2-1 win against the Los Angeles Kings on Tuesday in Denver, giving the Avalanche a 2-0 lead in a Western Conference first-round playoff series.

Roy got to a loose puck in the slot and shot it through the legs of Kings defenseman Brandt Clarke and past goalie Anton Forsberg for the win.

Game 3 wi

Randy Vasquez, Padres hand Rockies 1-0 home defeat

Wed, 22 Apr 2026 03:40:38 GMT

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Randy Vasquez pitched seven shutout innings and allowed just three hits for the San Diego Padres, who squeaked out a rare 1-0 victory over the Colorado Rockies on Tuesday in Denver.

It marked just the fourth time in Rockies history they lost a 1-0 game at Coors Field. The other three instances happened in 2006, with the Milwaukee Brewers last beating Colorado by that

Inter Miami visits Real Salt Lake for second test following coaching change

Wed, 22 Apr 2026 02:55:10 GMT

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Inter Miami passed their first test since the surprise departure of coach Javier Mascherano. As interim coach Guillermo Hoyos would attest, having Lionel Messi at his peak helps.

The Herons complete a two-game trip through the Rocky Mountains when they play Real Salt Lake on Wednesday in Sandy, Utah.

Messi scored on a penalty kick in the 18th minute and set up h

LAFC, Rapids have quick turnaround to brush off losses

Wed, 22 Apr 2026 02:40:28 GMT

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After a week of highs and lows, Los Angeles FC are set for another midweek match when they play host to the Colorado Rapids on Wednesday.

LAFC (5-2-1, 16 points) advanced to the CONCACAF Champions Cup semifinals last Tuesday but will enter off a 4-1 home loss to the upstart San Jose Earthquakes on Sunday. LAFC were steamrolled by a barrage of second-half goals in

Frustrated San Diego FC vying for better result at Dynamo

Wed, 22 Apr 2026 01:05:03 GMT

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San Diego FC hope to snap out of an extended funk when they travel east to square off against the Houston Dynamo on Wednesday in a Western Conference match.

San Diego (3-3-2, 11 points) hasn't tasted victory since a 1-0 win at Sporting Kansas City on March 7 and heads to the Bayou City with a five-game winless swoon. The team has dropped its past three matches and has

OKC's Shai Gilgeous-Alexander named NBA's top clutch performer

Tue, 21 Apr 2026 23:19:12 GMT

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Oklahoma City Thunder star Shai Gilgeous-Alexander was the runaway winner in the Clutch Player of the Year award balloting, revealed Tuesday night.

Gilgeous-Alexander received 96 of 100 first-place votes in balloting for the Jerry West Trophy. He had 484 total points, well ahead of Denver Nuggets standout Jamal Murray (117) and Minnesota Timberwolves star Anthony Ed

NWSL awards expansion franchise to Columbus

Tue, 21 Apr 2026 20:40:26 GMT

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The NWSL awarded an expansion franchise to Columbus on Tuesday, making the Ohio capital home to the league's 18th member starting in 2028.

The team is owned by the Haslam Sports Group, the Columbus-based Nationwide insurance company and Drs. Christine and Pete Edwards.

'As the NWSL continues its rapid growth, expanding to Columbus is a natural next step. This

NM wildfire predictions ramp up well ahead of summer

Fri, 24 Apr 2026 00:20:23 GMT

It has been unseasonably warm across much of the Southwest this spring and weather experts said wildfire threats will likely start earlier.

AccuWeather predicted fires in 2026 will burn between 5.5 million and 8 mill

Report: New gas-fired power plants put ratepayers at risk

Thu, 23 Apr 2026 01:53:37 GMT

There’s been a push to build new gas-fired power plants in Colorado and across the United States to meet a surge in demand, including from new data centers coming online.

Proponents say methane, popularly known as natural gas, is more reliable at night when solar isn’t available and when there’s no wind turning turbines. However, according to a

Giants draft Tennessee CB Colton Hood in Round 2

Fri, 24 Apr 2026 23:33:00 GMT

Giants.com

With the 37th pick in the 2026 NFL Draft, the New York Giants selected Tennessee cornerback Colton Hood.

Height: 5'11 5/8"

Weight: 193 lbs

Arm: 31 3/8"

Hand: 9"

40-Yard Dash: 4.44 Seconds

10-Yard Split: 1.58 Seconds

Vertical Jump: 40 1/2''

Broad Jump: 10' 5''

Hometown: McDonough, Ga.

High School: Eagles Landing Christian

Prev School: Aub

Morning Recapping Day 1 of the NFL Draft 🗞

Fri, 24 Apr 2026 14:00:00 GMT

Ines Diaz

Good Morning, Faithful,

Here are your top 49ers storylines for Friday, April 24:

New and Notable

Top Players Available for Day 2 of the 2026 NFL Draft

To recap, the 49ers made two trades during the first round of the draft. First, they moved down from No. 27 to No. 30 in a deal with the Miami Dolphins. They then traded pick No. 30 to the New York Jets in exchange for picks No

Daniel Jeremiah's Best Available Players on Day 2 of 2026 NFL Draft

Fri, 24 Apr 2026 05:30:00 GMT

Omar Navarro

The Chargers made their first pick in the 2026 NFL Draft, selecting Miami edge rusherAkheem Mesidorwith the No. 22 overall pick.

Now comes Rounds 2 and 3 of the draft on Friday, where the Bolts currently hold the Nos. 55 and 86 overall picks.

All news, analysis and information can be found at theChargers Draft Hub.

Here are NFL Network draft analyst

Buffalo Bills NFL Draft Pick Tracker 2026

Fri, 24 Apr 2026 02:30:00 GMT

Alec White

The 2026 NFL Draft is here.

Scroll to see every selection for the Buffalo Bills in this year's draft:

TRADE!

Buffalo Bills and Houston Texans agree to trade

Full Trade Terms:

BUFFALO gets

Round 1 Pick 28
Round 3 Pick 69
Round 5 Pick 167

HOUSTON gets

Round 1 Pick 26
Round 3 Pic

2026 Giants Draft Tracker: Pick-by-pick information

Thu, 23 Apr 2026 21:47:00 GMT

byDan Salomone&Matt Citak

The 2026 NFL Draft is almost here.

Keep checking back for bios, highlights, interviews, photos, and scouting reports on each member of the incoming class.

New York Giants 2026 Draft Order:

Round 1No. 5

Round 1No. 10 (from CIN)

Round 2No. 37

Round 4No. 105

Round 5

3 Chargers Mock Draft Scenarios for Round 1 of the 2026 NFL Draft

Wed, 22 Apr 2026 14:00:01 GMT

Eric Smith
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Off we go...
I look forward to your mini mock draft scenarios each year. What do you have in store for 2026? (Nathan via email)

Howie Roseman relives some of the most impactful Eagles draft picks

Tue, 21 Apr 2026 22:00:00 GMT

From the first pick of his tenure to a trade with a division rival, the Eagles' on-field success over the past decade can be traced back to some of these key decisions.
Chris McPherson
Who will get a call from Executive Vice President/General Manager Howie Roseman this weekend, welcoming them to Philadelphia as the newest member of the Eagles?
Before the 2026 NFL Draft unfolds (first round kicks off

Possible Pick: Colton Hood's best football could still lie ahead

Tue, 21 Apr 2026 14:54:07 GMT

Tommy Yarrish
(Editor's Note: While the start of the 2026 NFL Draft isn't until late April, it's never too early to profile some of the key participants. The staff of DallasCowboys.com intends to preview the landscape of the draft's top prospects, with an emphasis on possible Cowboys draft picks from the first round to the last. Today's featured player is Tennessee cornerback Colton Hood.)

The Architecture of Hope: Revisiting the Saints 2006 draft class

Tue, 21 Apr 2026 14:47:30 GMT
Reggie Bush Roman Harper Jahri Evans Zach Strief Marques Colston On the eve of its 20th anniversary, the '06 draft class remains one of the most special in NFL history. By John DeShazierThe most productive draft class in New Orleans Saints history celebrates its 20-year anniversary this year, and its esteem grows with the seasons.Running back Reggie Bush (first round, No. 2 overall), safety Roman Harper (second round, No.

Colorado mask-prohibition proposal hits snag after California 'vigilante' ruling

Fri, 24 Apr 2026 17:14:47 GMT

DURANGO, Colo. (CN) - The southwest Colorado city of Durango is asking a state court to review whether a citizen group's petition to ban law enforcement from wearing masks can be legally placed on the ballot.

The No Secret Police Citizens Initiative Committee, which includes some 60 residents, in Fe

Colorado woman sentenced to 30 years for managing funeral home with rotting bodies

Fri, 24 Apr 2026 16:38:25 GMT

COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (CN) - A state judge on Friday imposed a sentence of 30 years on a woman who managed the Return to Nature Funeral Home in Penrose and Colorado Springs, Colorado, where at least 191 bodies were left to rot instead of being cremated or buried as promised.

"Treatment of the dead gets at something that is hard to put into words - it goes to something really primal," said Fourth Judicial D

Tenth Circuit gives gun lovers small win in mixed ruling on ghost guns

Thu, 23 Apr 2026 13:59:27 GMT

DENVER (CN) - A group of gunowners lack standing to seek an injunction against Colorado's 2023 ban on the 3D printing of gun frames and receivers, a Tenth Circuit panel has ruled.

Even so, those gunowners may seek relief against prohibitions on possessing and acquiring unserialized gun parts, the panel court said Thursday in a ruling that

Lifeline or death knell? Colorado bill to speed abandonment of town with failing waterworks advances

Wed, 22 Apr 2026 16:19:42 GMT

DENVER (CN) - It's up for debate whether the collapse of Hartman's government is unique, or a canary indicative of the pressures facing rural Colorado towns. It's still unclear which past board of trustees put Hartman on the path to collapse and who could save it now. And it's not even known whether the town's water pump will shut off in June or August.

On Wednesday, however, the seven members of the Colorad

Denver judge vacates murder conviction for man imprisoned 27 years for 4-month-old's death

Tue, 21 Apr 2026 14:29:17 GMT

DENVER (CN) - A man who spent 27 years in prison on a life sentence in the murder of a baby he maintains he did not commit will walk free after a Denver judge granted a motion to dismiss the case with prejudice on Tuesday.

"The people have filed to dismiss the case and based on the information before me, I am going to grant the motion to dismiss," said Second Judicial District Judge Andrew Luxen.

Opinion- A lesson in humanity at the Boston Marathon

Sun, 26 Apr 2026 12:41:09 GMT
Opinion- A lesson in humanity at the Boston Marathon

Serial shoplifter wanted UK jailed in Aberdeen after Tesco thefts

Sun, 26 Apr 2026 12:37:26 GMT
Serial shoplifter wanted UK jailed in Aberdeen after Tesco thefts

Man arrested for stealing LEGO pieces from boxes, replacing with dried pasta

Sun, 26 Apr 2026 11:34:12 GMT
Man arrested for stealing LEGO pieces from boxes, replacing with dried pasta

Ben Affleck becomes a meme AGAIN with bizarre public act during Los Angeles outing

Sun, 26 Apr 2026 09:02:08 GMT
Ben Affleck becomes a meme AGAIN with bizarre public act during Los Angeles outing

Trump evacuated after White House dinner shooting, officer hit

Sun, 26 Apr 2026 05:36:09 GMT
Trump evacuated after White House dinner shooting, officer hit

Clay County N.C. police K-9 airlifted after acute lung injury from ozone exposure

Sun, 26 Apr 2026 05:33:34 GMT
Clay County N.C. police K-9 airlifted after acute lung injury from ozone exposure

Chicago officer killed in hospital shooting, suspect held

Sun, 26 Apr 2026 05:32:55 GMT
Chicago officer killed in hospital shooting, suspect held

Ohio county launches new scholarship program to steer more people into public safety jobs

Sun, 26 Apr 2026 05:32:47 GMT
Ohio county launches new scholarship program to steer more people into public safety jobs

Rocky Balboa statue takes up a new home inside Philly art museum

Sun, 26 Apr 2026 04:32:47 GMT
Rocky Balboa statue takes up a new home inside Philly art museum

Ohio county launches new scholarship program to steer more people into public safety jobs

Sun, 26 Apr 2026 03:35:47 GMT
Ohio county launches new scholarship program to steer more people into public safety jobs

Chicago officer killed in hospital shooting, suspect held

Sun, 26 Apr 2026 03:35:34 GMT
Chicago officer killed in hospital shooting, suspect held

Clay County N.C. police K-9 airlifted after acute lung injury from ozone exposure

Sun, 26 Apr 2026 03:33:47 GMT
Clay County N.C. police K-9 airlifted after acute lung injury from ozone exposure

China's DeepSeek rolls out a long-anticipated update of its AI model

Sun, 26 Apr 2026 02:32:28 GMT
China's DeepSeek rolls out a long-anticipated update of its AI model

Environmentalists split over revived NZ-US rare minerals deal

Sun, 26 Apr 2026 01:08:34 GMT
Environmentalists split over revived NZ-US rare minerals deal

Rocky Balboa statue takes up a new home inside Philly art museum

Sat, 25 Apr 2026 22:39:00 GMT
Rocky Balboa statue takes up a new home inside Philly art museum

Scots man jailed after 41 million worth of illegal cigarettes seized

Sat, 25 Apr 2026 20:31:56 GMT
Scots man jailed after 41 million worth of illegal cigarettes seized

Greggs axes front of store food and drink fridges in drastic new measure to tackle shoplifting

Sat, 25 Apr 2026 19:35:36 GMT
Greggs axes front of store food and drink fridges in drastic new measure to tackle shoplifting

Hot Meals USA wins state resolution for feeding firefighters

Sat, 25 Apr 2026 18:05:50 GMT
Hot Meals USA wins state resolution for feeding firefighters

Press conference announced for presentation of Holy Sees Biennale art exhibit Headlines

Sat, 25 Apr 2026 17:34:02 GMT
Press conference announced for presentation of Holy Sees Biennale art exhibit Headlines

Tuberville raises rural hospital crisis, food safety concerns with Kennedy at Senate hearing

Sat, 25 Apr 2026 16:05:27 GMT
Tuberville raises rural hospital crisis, food safety concerns with Kennedy at Senate hearing