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Bobby Valentine in disguise throws Hall of Fame pitch

Former Mets manager Bobby Valentine re‑enacted his 1999 disguise by wearing sunglasses and a fake mustache while throwing a ceremonial first pitch at his Hall of Fame induction, a nod to the stunt tha

Big 12 coaches back 24‑team playoff, eye 10th game

At their spring meeting, Big 12 coaches voted unanimously to back a 24‑team College Football Playoff, a move that could give the conference up to five playoff spots. The league also floated adding a 1

Liverpool sacks manager Arne Slot after poor season

After a turbulent campaign marked by 19 defeats, injuries, and a strained relationship with Mohamed Salah, Liverpool dismissed manager Arne Slot despite his previous Premier League triumph and a recor

Giants’ Dart and Carter Resolve Trump‑Event Dispute

When Giants rookie Jaxson Dart introduced President Trump at a May 22 rally, teammate Abdul Carter publicly criticized the move, sparking a brief intra‑team feud. After a candid conversation and a coa

Sorsby bet on IU at least 40 times as Hoosiers QB

Quarterback Brendan Sorsby wagered roughly $90,000 on college football through multiple accounts, a gambling pattern detailed in court filings. The NCAA has already denied his request for reinstatemen

PSG vs Arsenal Final Marks Decade of One‑Sided Finals

While Russia’s war continues to dominate headlines, the sports world faces its own crisis: Champions League finals have become predictably one‑sided, with the upcoming PSG‑Arsenal showdown likely to r

Bulls overpower Munster to reach URC semi-finals

The Bulls thrashed Munster 45‑14 in the United Rugby Championship quarter‑final, posting six tries and a comfortable win that propels them to a semi‑final clash with Glasgow Warriors. Munster’s title

Liverpool sacks Arne Slot a year after title win

After guiding Liverpool to a dominant Premier League title, Arne Slot was abruptly dismissed, ending a brief but costly reign marked by a £450 million squad overhaul. While his calm, organized approac

NBA player prop picks, odds: Three best 2026 NBA Playoffs prop bets for Spurs vs. Thunder, Game 7

Game 7 of the Western Conference Finals pits the Oklahoma City Thunder against the San Antonio Spurs, with a trip to the NBA Finals at stake. Experts Adam Thompson and Mike Barner back high‑confidence

Song Yadong Favored Over Figueiredo at UFC Fight Night

Chinese bantamweight **Song Yadong**, ranked fifth, heads into UFC Fight Night in Macao as a -600 favorite against veteran Brazilian **Deiveson Figueiredo**, a +440 underdog. Betting analyst **Kyle Ma

Canada names 26‑man squad, includes Davies

Canada coach Jesse Marsch unveiled a 26‑man roster he called the nation’s best ever for the 2026 World Cup, featuring Bayern Munich left‑back Alphonso Davies despite a hamstring setback and Juventus s

Arsenal's Clean Sheet Edge and Merino Tactic Target PSG

Arsenal, fresh from a Premier League title, are banking on a high‑possession, defense‑first strategy and a surprise number‑nine role for Mikel Merino to outwit PSG’s lethal attack. With Arsenal holdin

Mike Gansey hired as 76ers president of basketball ops

Mike Gansey, the Cavaliers’ longtime GM, has signed a multiyear deal to become the Philadelphia 76ers’ president of basketball operations, succeeding Daryl Morey. The hire, driven by Bob Myers—who now

Mize lands on IL, further depleting Tigers' rotati...

Detroit’s rotation loses its ace, Casey Mize, to a right adductor strain, pushing the club’s injury total to 15 players—including 10 pitchers—and contributing to a disastrous 4‑18 run that has dropped

Joao Fonseca Beats Djokovic at French Open

Brazilian teen Joao Fonseca, seeded 28th, staged a dramatic five‑set comeback to defeat world‑No1 Novak Djokovic at the 2025 French Open, becoming the first teenager to beat Djokovic at a major. The w

Glasgow battle past Connacht to reach URC semi-finals

Glasgow Warriors secured a 33‑21 victory over Connacht at Scotstoun to book a place in the URC semi‑finals, propelled by Kyle Steyn’s two tries and a game‑changing defensive play. Connacht fought back

From 'bling-bling' & disputes to unity: The transformation of PSG

Paris St‑Germain’s meteoric rise from a 13th‑place side to a Champions League defender has been driven by Qatar Sports Investments’ 2011 takeover, lavish star signings and a revived fan base. The Fren

Song Yadong Favored Over Figueiredo at UFC Fight Night

UFC Fight Night in Macao pits top‑ranked bantamweights Song Yadong and Deiveson Figueiredo in a high‑stakes main event, with Yadong heavily favored at -600 odds. Expert analyst Kyle Marley touts a str

Arsenal Confirm Timber Fit for CL Final vs PSG

As Arsenal's Premier League title hopes still hinge on a crucial Sunday clash with Manchester, the club now turns its focus to the Champions League final, where Mikel Arteta has confirmed that Jurrien