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Report: Ex-Canes DE Bain drove in fatal car crash

April 13, 2026 - 4:59pm
Former Miami defensive end and 2026 NFL draft prospect Rueben Bain Jr. was involved in an auto accident in 2024 in which a passenger later died because of injuries sustained in the crash, according to a report published on Sunday.

Reeling Astros place Pena, Imai on injury list

April 13, 2026 - 3:21pm
The Astros continue to be snakebit as shortstop Jeremy Pena (hamstring) and starting pitcher Tatsuya Imai (arm fatigue) both were placed on the injury list.

Gators' Sumrall promises to 'wake this beast up'

April 13, 2026 - 3:21pm
New Florida coach Jon Sumrall challenged his team, especially the offensive line, to hit the weight room and get stronger, saying "it's time to wake this thing up."

Giannis vents about Bucks, won't rule out return

April 13, 2026 - 3:21pm
Giannis Antetokounmpo gave contradicting messages about his future after a disappointing Bucks season, expressing frustration with where they are while also not ruling out the possibility of a return.

Rivers out as Bucks coach after three seasons

April 13, 2026 - 3:21pm
Doc Rivers is out as the head coach of the Bucks, but the franchise and Rivers are discussing whether he will move to an advisory role in the organization, sources said.

Fans give KG big welcome in his return to Wolves

April 13, 2026 - 1:56pm
Timberwolves franchise icon Kevin Garnett made a special appearance for fan appreciation night in the team's regular-season finale Sunday, receiving a roar from the crowd and patting his heart with his hand after player introductions.

Flagg's rookie season ends with sprained ankle

April 13, 2026 - 1:56pm
Cooper Flagg, the No. 1 pick and Rookie of the Year favorite, sustained the injury early in the second quarter of the Mavericks' regular-season finale.

Rory prevails, becomes 4th to repeat at Masters

April 13, 2026 - 1:56pm
The green jacket is Rory McIlroy's again. He won the Masters on Sunday by one shot, becoming the first back-to-back winner since Tiger Woods in 2001-02.

Yelich exits hurt as Brewers expecting 'bad news'

April 13, 2026 - 1:03pm
Christian Yelich left the Milwaukee Brewers' game against the Washington Nationals on Sunday with tightness in his left hamstring.

Ovi lauds Penguins but waves off farewell shakes

April 13, 2026 - 1:03pm
After Washington's 3-0 loss to Pittsburgh on Sunday, Capitals star Alex Ovechkin, considering retirement after the season, waved off potential farewell handshakes with Sidney Crosby and the rest of the Penguins, who lingered after the win to salute him.

Final 2026 NHL Awards Watch: Kucherov takes the lead for MVP

April 13, 2026 - 11:59am
Our panel of PHWA voters identify their finalists for all the awards, with some tight finishes in a few spots.

The case for the Ted Lindsay Award as the NHL's MVP trophy of record

April 13, 2026 - 11:59am
Both the Lindsay and the Hart winner can be considered the league's best player.

Eagles, A.J. Brown intrigue increases as NFL draft nears

April 13, 2026 - 11:49am
The Eagles haven't been highly incentivized to move Brown to this point, in large part due to the financials.

UCLA and its six seniors are eyeing a WNBA draft takeover

April 13, 2026 - 11:08am
Can UCLA make history and have all six seniors drafted in the WNBA?

???? NFL draft: Seven prospects climbing boards

April 13, 2026 - 11:08am
Dillon Thieneman and Monroe Freeling have drastically boosted their stock since the start of last season. Who else has climbed the board?

Fight grades: Nearly every UFC 327 bout exceeds expectations

April 13, 2026 - 10:42am
UFC 327 had all the ingredients needed to make an all-time great fight card.

Who should challenge for Carlos Ulberg's championship first?

April 13, 2026 - 10:42am
An obstacle may prevent him from defending it anytime soon.

Fury, Joshua and Wilder are back; what's next for the glamour division?

April 13, 2026 - 9:14am
The heavyweight division is buzzing again thanks to Tyson Fury calling out Anthony Joshua and Deontay Wilder's return.

Man City's win over Chelsea will have Arsenal sweating

April 13, 2026 - 8:05am
Man City proved against Chelsea they will stop at nothing to win the Premier League.

WNBA draft preview: The case for every potential No. 1 pick

April 13, 2026 - 12:43am
Will Lauren Betts, Awa Fam, Azzi Fudd or Olivia Miles go No. 1, and which transfers boosted their draft stock?