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MLB’s introduction of the Automated Ball-Strike (ABS) Challenge System in 2026 has led to an unexpected side effect: A league-wide case of apparent shrinkage. To ensure strike zones are calibrated with pinpoint accuracy—down to the …
The Miami Heat are expected to waive guard Terry Rozier before the conclusion of the regular season, reports ESPN. The move would free up a roster spot as the team prepares for its playoff push. Rozier, 32, has been away from the team since October …
Pittsburgh Pirates prospect Seth Hernandez left Max Clark stunned with a 102.4 MPH first pitch during the Spring Breakout game on Friday against the Detroit Tigers prospects at LECOM Park in Bradenton, Florida. Hernandez, the sixth overall pick in …
The NCAA filed a trademark infringement lawsuit against DraftKings on Friday in the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Indiana. The complaint targets the sportsbook operator’s use of several NCAA-registered trademarks in …
Following the arrest of Alabama guard Aden Holloway, prosecutors disclosed details of alleged drug transactions found on his phone. The sophomore was charged with two Class C felonies, drug possession not for personal use and failure to affix a tax …
Georgia Tech is closing in on hiring Scott Cross as its next men’s basketball coach, reports ESPN. The Yellow Jackets are working toward a deal with the Troy head coach to replace Damon Stoudamire. Stoudamire was fired earlier this month after …
The Cleveland Browns have proposed a significant change to NFL rules, seeking to extend the window for trading first-round picks from the current three years into the future to five years. Under the existing policy, teams can only include picks up to …
New York Mets radio announcer Howie Rose announced Thursday he will retire after the 2026 season, closing a career that has spanned nearly four decades with the franchise. The 72-year-old Queens native began his Mets tenure in 1987 as a pregame host. …
NFL owners will vote on a succession plan for the Las Vegas Raiders at their annual league meeting in Phoenix starting March 29. Approved by the finance committee, the plan allows Silver Lake co-CEO Egon Durban to purchase a majority stake from Mark …
High Point University student radio announcers Jimmy Rosselli and Griffin Wright captured the essence of March Madness with their frenzied call during the Panthers’ 83-82 upset victory over fifth-seeded Wisconsin on Thursday. The 12th-seeded …
Newly signed Pittsburgh Steelers running back Rico Dowdle has made it clear that the 2026 matchup against his former team, the Carolina Panthers, carries extra motivation. During his introductory press conference after inking a two-year, $12.25 …
Tae Davis delivered the highlight, but it wasn’t enough for Oklahoma on Friday night. The SEC Tournament Quarterfinal in Nashville saw Oklahoma fall just short in a hard-fought 82-79 loss to No. 17 Arkansas. Oklahoma forward Tae Davis delivered …
The WNBA and its players’ union are in urgent negotiations to finalize a new collective bargaining agreement by Monday to prevent any disruptions to the 2026 preseason schedule. Commissioner Cathy Engelbert stressed the need to complete the …
New Orleans Saints running back Travis Etienne Jr. dropped a pronunciation bombshell during his introductory press conference on Friday, admitting that fans, announcers, and even NFL commissioner Roger Goodell have been butchering his last name for …
Toronto Maple Leafs coach Craig Berube strongly criticized Anaheim Ducks defenseman Radko Gudas, labeling his hit on Auston Matthews as “dirty play.” “Dirty play,” Berube said, via The Athletic. “The league’s going …
San Jose Sharks left winger William Eklund delivered a jaw-dropping highlight-reel goal during a 4-2 road victory over the Boston Bruins at TD Garden on Friday night. In the third period, with the Sharks holding a commanding lead, Eklund received a …
