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LOS ANGELES — Even on Mother’s Day — the day dedicated to relaxation and pampering for moms — the Sparks took the hardwood in Torrance, sweating through defensive sets, refining footwork and hitting jumpers.

It’...Read more

PITTSBURGH — Will Howard is used to being the underdog. It's become part of his identity.

Tell him he's not good enough, and he'll make it his life's mission to prove you wrong. The Steelers' rookie quarterback has done...Read more

CHICAGO — A high bar has been set the last two years with Sam LaPorta making a run at Mike Ditka’s record for receiving yards by a rookie tight end in 2023 and Brock Bowers eclipsing it last season with the Las Vegas ...Read more

LOS ANGELES — The basketball coaches at Santa Monica College had this kid.

A wisp of a player at 5 feet 3, he wasn't a particularly strong shooter and didn't score much. What he lacked in skill he more than compensated ...Read more

DENVER — If the Colorado Rockies were a restaurant, the steaks would bounce. The fish would bite back. You’d need a chainsaw to dent the bread.

With rats roaming the hall, patrons in pain and health inspectors beating...Read more

DENVER — The Nuggets delivered a performance only a mother could love.

Pass out the Capri-Suns and orange slices. They won the participation trophy. They tried really hard.

But in the biggest game of the Western ...Read more

CLEVELAND — For three days last week in Tampa, Fla., the Phillies teed off like the pros at Philadelphia Cricket Club.

Then, they got to Cleveland.

Runs were significantly harder to come by over three games near the ...Read more

CHICAGO — The Chicago Bulls will be anxiously awaiting the results of a handful of ping-pong balls alongside 13 other teams on Monday night.

This year’s NBA draft lottery is one of the most highly anticipated ...Read more

SEATTLE — We can’t quantify the pain he feels in his body. But the pain on his face was undeniable.

Perhaps the Mariners’ best pitcher last year, Bryce Miller has gone from lights out to liability.

His ERA through ...Read more

Ben Rice swatted a 3-1 offering from Athletics reliever Mitch Spence deep into the right field stands to extend the New York Yankees’ lead in the 5th inning as the Bombers cruised to a 12-2 win, taking the series from ...Read more

SEATTLE — You win this round, Canada.

There may not have been quite as many Toronto fans at T-Mobile Park as there have been in years past, but in a time that features some tensions between the United States and its ...Read more

Taking their biggest test of the season in this weekend’s road series with the Kansas City Royals, the Boston Red Sox passed with flying colors.

The Royals came into Saturday on a seven-game winning streak, with only ...Read more

PHILADELPHIA — Ol’ Tillie would’ve been proud.

Proud of his golf course. Proud of the players. Proud of his people.

The PGA Tour stopped in Philadelphia for the first time in seven years and the first time ever at ...Read more

LAS VEGAS — The Raiders are signing veteran linebacker Jaylon Smith, who has not played in the NFL since 2023.

The former Notre Dame standout was once one of the most productive linebackers in the league. He had 121 or ...Read more

PHOENIX — At the end of a grueling 10-game trek around the country, and in search of their first winning trip this season, the Los Angeles Dodgers got exactly what they needed Sunday afternoon.

A strong start from ...Read more

PHILADELPHIA — If it wasn’t going to be Rory McIlroy, another Irishman would suffice. In the final pairing Sunday, Shane Lowry was the no-doubt crowd favorite. Irish flags and soccer kits dotted some of the galleries. ...Read more

DENVER — If the Nuggets do indeed thrive on the adrenaline of a thrilling playoff game or series, then a 3-1 lead over the Thunder might’ve been too simple for them.

Instead, they’ll have to find a way to win two of...Read more

CHICAGO — The Chicago White Sox called up Tim Elko on Saturday for a power boost.

It didn’t take long for the designated hitter to deliver.

Elko connected for a go-ahead three-run home run in the sixth inning — the...Read more