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'Now we've done something': Tide down No. 1 UNC'Now we've done something': Tide down No. 1 UNC
Alabama beat North Carolina 89-87 on Thursday night, reaching the Elite Eight for the second time in school history and making the Tar Heels the first No. 1 seed to be sent packing from this year's men's NCAA tournament.
A's fans protest, stay in parking lot for openerA's fans protest, stay in parking lot for opener
Thousands of Athletics fans gathered in the Coliseum parking lot before Thursday night's Opening Day game against the Guardians but did not enter the stadium, a protest against the team's pending move.
D-backs set Opening Day mark in 14-run inningD-backs set Opening Day mark in 14-run inning
The Diamondbacks sent 18 batters to the plate and had 13 hits in the third inning Thursday night, when they scored 14 runs, the most in an inning on Opening Day in MLB history.
Illini ask 'why not us?' as defending champs awaitIllini ask 'why not us?' as defending champs await
Illinois outlasted Iowa State 72-69 on Thursday night and will take a "why not us" attitude into its Elite Eight matchup against defending champion UConn.
Penix Jr. flashes sub-4.6 speed at UW pro dayPenix Jr. flashes sub-4.6 speed at UW pro day
Washington's Michael Penix Jr. ran a sub-4.6 second 40-yard dash in front of more than 100 NFL representatives at his pro day Thursday.
Heroic debut: Soto's throw saves Yankees in 9thHeroic debut: Soto's throw saves Yankees in 9th
Juan Soto played the hero in his Yankees debut, and did so in a surprising way -- with a game-saving throw to the plate in the ninth inning of a 5-4 win over the Astros.
Ohtani welcomed, helps Betts, Freeman drive winOhtani welcomed, helps Betts, Freeman drive win
Shohei Ohtani got a warm reception from the crowd, then joined Mookie Betts and Freddie Freeman in placing his imprint on the Dodgers' home debut.
UConn beats SDSU by 30 to return to Elite EightUConn beats SDSU by 30 to return to Elite Eight
UConn advanced Thursday with the largest margin of victory in a Sweet 16 game since 2017, against the team it defeated for the national championship last year.
What we learned: Upsets by Alabama, Clemson while UConn keeps dominatingWhat we learned: Upsets by Alabama, Clemson while UConn keeps dominating
And just like that, we have one fewer 1-seed and 2-seed left. While the West was upset, UConn continued to dominate the East and Illinois is moving on.
Can dominant UConn repeat? We have some cautionary talesCan dominant UConn repeat? We have some cautionary tales
The Huskies are making it look easy in their quest to win back-to-back NCAA titles.
Takeaways: What we learned from a wild start to the MLB seasonTakeaways: What we learned from a wild start to the MLB season
Relive all the best moments from a thrilling day of season-opening action.
From vulnerable to unstoppable: Why Te-Hina Paopao is South Carolina's missing pieceFrom vulnerable to unstoppable: Why Te-Hina Paopao is South Carolina's missing piece
The Gamecocks are again undefeated heading into the Sweet 16, and they're hoping point guard Te-Hina Paopao has taken them from vulnerable to unstoppable.
From Caitlin Clark to JuJu Watkins: The 25 best players in the women's Sweet 16From Caitlin Clark to JuJu Watkins: The 25 best players in the women's Sweet 16
LSU, Notre Dame and South Carolina each have three players, while there are four freshmen and nine new faces.
Steelers QB reset: How one signing led to two trades -- and future questionsSteelers QB reset: How one signing led to two trades -- and future questions
A franchise not known for aggressive moves overhauled its most important position in the blink of an eye.
Devils-Sabres is Friday's key game to monitorDevils-Sabres is Friday's key game to monitor
There is but one game for NHL fans to enjoy Friday; here are the ramifications of the outcome. Plus, updated playoff projections, lottery standings.
Power Rankings: A new No. 1, plus an early look at offseason decisionsPower Rankings: A new No. 1, plus an early look at offseason decisionsWho knocked the Panthers off the throne? Plus, we break down key free agency, trade and draft moves.
Power Rankings: The playoff picture is getting clearer as we enter the final stretchPower Rankings: The playoff picture is getting clearer as we enter the final stretch
The 2023-24 NBA regular season is close to concluding, and the postseason picture is still up in the air.
Korda 3 shots back in bid to win third straightKorda 3 shots back in bid to win third straight
Korda shot a 6-under 66 in the first round of the Ford Championship on Thursday, leaving her three shots back in a bid to become the first LPGA Tour player to win three straight starts in eight years.
'Something terrible' could have happened: Why more NFL players self-report concussions'Something terrible' could have happened: Why more NFL players self-report concussions
In an era of concussion awareness, more players are inclined to report symptoms, but there are exceptions.
10 things to watch in the league's inaugural campaign10 things to watch in the league's inaugural campaign
The merged XFL/USFL spring football league kicks off Saturday, so here's what to look out for as the UFL season gets underway.
Kirby Smart Q&A: After a near miss at history last season, what's next for Georgia?Kirby Smart Q&A: After a near miss at history last season, what's next for Georgia?
After missing the CFP, Georgia's Kirby Smart sits down to talk the state of the Dawgs, a new CFP and more.
Ranking the top 10 defensive backs for 2024Ranking the top 10 defensive backs for 2024
The voting was tight in our latest top 10 position poll, with several candidates worthy of the top spot.
Why some top Canadian prospects are choosing college over juniorsWhy some top Canadian prospects are choosing college over juniors
More high-end players, including presumed No. 1 pick Macklin Celebrini, are opting for college life.
Who should the USWNT call up? Ranking the NWSL players who deserve a lookWho should the USWNT call up? Ranking the NWSL players who deserve a look
Here are seven NWSL players who the USWNT should be calling in ahead of the 2024 Olympics, ranked in order.
LIVE Transfer Talk: Davies won't renew at Bayern amid Madrid interestLIVE Transfer Talk: Davies won't renew at Bayern amid Madrid interest
Reportedly unhappy with Bayern's approach to contract negotiations, Alphonso Davies looks likely to move to Madrid. Transfer Talk has the latest.
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