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Bama holds off UNC, earns 2nd Elite Eight berthBama holds off UNC, earns 2nd Elite Eight berth
Grant Nelson converted a go-ahead three-point play with 38 seconds remaining, and Alabama beat top-seeded North Carolina 89-87 on Thursday night to reach the Elite Eight for the second time in school history.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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 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.
USWNT's Albert apologizes after Rapinoe criticismUSWNT's Albert apologizes after Rapinoe criticism
USWNT midfielder Korbin Albert apologized on Thursday for social media activity that appeared to support anti-LGBTQIA+ content, and for purportedly liking an Instagram post about Megan Rapinoe's torn Achilles in her final professional game.
MLB Opening Day is here! Live updates and takeaways from every gameMLB Opening Day is here! Live updates and takeaways from every game
Baseball is back! Here's your one-stop shop for all of the season-opening action.
Dominate, rinse, repeat: What UConn learned in its quest to repeatDominate, rinse, repeat: What UConn learned in its quest to repeat
The Huskies are making it look easy to win back-to-back NCAA titles, despite the pressures faced by former champions that preceded them.
What we learned: UConn keeps dominating, Clemson keeps surprisingWhat we learned: UConn keeps dominating, Clemson keeps surprising
UConn cruised into the Elite Eight, while Clemson's surprising run continued. What did we learn from both games?
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.
Ohtani's ex-interpreter said he bet with a bookmaker. Here's what we know about themOhtani's ex-interpreter said he bet with a bookmaker. Here's what we know about them
The betting scandal has offered a glimpse into the secretive underworld of bookies and raises questions about how they operate. Here's what we know.
Gambling scandal underscores Shohei Ohtani's separatenessGambling scandal underscores Shohei Ohtani's separateness
The Japanese superstar debuts in L.A. after accusing his interpreter and friend of stealing millions.
What happens if the Cowboys don't extend Dak Prescott's contract in 2024?What happens if the Cowboys don't extend Dak Prescott's contract in 2024?
Prescott is entering the final year of his Cowboys contract and can become an unrestricted free agent in 2025.
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.
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.
From chemo back to the diamond: Michigan softball's Kaylee Rodriguez survived cancer and is now fighting to play againFrom chemo back to the diamond: Michigan softball's Kaylee Rodriguez survived cancer and is now fighting to play again
Michigan softball player Kaylee Rodriguez survived cancer and is now fighting for the chance to play again.
'You're the driver's eyes': The life of a NASCAR spotter'You're the driver's eyes': The life of a NASCAR spotter
Spotters guide drivers through NASCAR's crowded fields, and ESPN helped do just that for Brad Perez at Circuit of the Americas in the Xfinity Series.
Out of the shadows: Even as a champion, Tszyu trying to set his own courseOut of the shadows: Even as a champion, Tszyu trying to set his own course
Kosta Tszyu is a legendary boxer but his son might be the best in the family. And he's on a quest to prove it.
Transfer Talk: Davies won't renew at Bayern amid Madrid interestTransfer 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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