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2024 Preakness Stakes horses, futures, odds, date: Expert who hit last year's superfecta reveals picks

Jody Demling revealed his Preakness Stakes 2024 picks for the Run for the Black-Eyed Susans on Saturday, May 18 at Pimlico Race Course

2024-05-07T17:52:04Z

Preakness gets 3 horses confirmed. Status of Kentucky Derby winner Mystik Dan remains unclear

Three horses are confirmed as headed to Baltimore for the Preakness Stakes, though the status of Kentucky Derby winner Mystik Dan remained unclear Tuesday, with no imminent decision expected. Mystik Dan is scheduled to return to the track Wednesday at Churchill Downs, site of his photo-finish victory Saturday ahead of Sierra Leone and Forever Young in the most-watched Derby in 35 years. Trainer Kenny McPeek has not committed to running Mystik...

2024-05-07T20:10:49Z

Who has qualified for UEFA Champions League 2024/25?: Updated list of teams in new expanded competition

There will be 36 teams in the UEFA Champions League 2024/25 after the governing body made significant changes to the format of the competition.

2024-05-07T13:35:39Z

ACC post-spring power rankings: Florida State edges Clemson for No. 1, Miami in position to contend

Here's how teams in the ACC stack up now that spring practice is in the rearview mirror

2024-05-07T17:52:10Z

Seven LIV golfers invited to PGA Championship

The PGA Championship officially has Tiger Woods in a field released Tuesday that also includes invitations to seven players from Saudi-funded LIV Golf.

2024-05-07T17:09:26Z

SEC Baseball Power Rankings: Top four gets shaken up after upset-filled weekend

Every game is important this time of the year in college baseball, and the SEC saw that firsthand this past weekend. Our top two ranked teams in last week’s SEC baseball power rankings lost series over the weekend, leading to changes in this week’s edition. With Texas A&M and Arkansas both falling, a new No. 1 has emerged this week. Both Kentucky a...

2024-05-07T18:20:44Z

2024 NFL strength of schedule for all 32 teams: Browns, Ravens among hardest; Falcons, Saints have it easiest

Here's how the strength of schedule ranking breaks down for all 32 teams heading into the 2024 season

2024-05-07T18:57:29Z

Open thread: What is the best upcoming Detroit Lions position battle?

With a deep roster, the Detroit Lions are going to have some intriguing battles for roster spots this offseason.

2024-05-07T11:05:55Z

UNC Basketball: Setting reasonable expectations for the Heels’ next center

UNC’s next big doesn’t need to be a home run hitter, they just need to have a good batting average.

2024-05-07T15:06:10Z

Caitlin Clark to the Olympics, Aces will win third title: 10 bold predictions for the 2024 WNBA season

The 2024 draft class has amped up excitement around the WNBA season, which kicks off May 14. USA TODAY Sports offers 10 bold predictions.

2024-05-03T10:36:22Z

2024 PGA Championship odds, picks, predictions: Tiger Woods projection by golf model that nailed the Masters

Tiger Woods, an 82-time PGA Tour winner, is expected to be part of the 2024 PGA Championship field at Valhalla Golf Club

2024-05-07T14:46:45Z

From Running Back to Fullback: A new position for A.J Dillon

The Packers haven’t legitimate fullback in the backfield during Matt LeFleur’s time as Packers head coach. Since 2019, the position has been played most of the time by a tight end or H-Back.

2024-05-07T19:29:21Z

College football transfer portal: Florida, Oklahoma among teams with ex-FCS standouts to watch in 2024 season

There's a ton of FCS talent making the jump to the power conference level in 2024

2024-05-07T14:46:39Z

College softball rankings: 2024 NCAA Top 25 poll

How high does Oklahoma State climb? Where does Oklahoma fall? Here's the final regular season top 25 poll.

2024-05-07T16:24:16Z

Way too early top 25: Where does Tennessee check in after landing three transfers?

Too high? Too low?

2024-05-07T16:21:43Z

Steve Sarkisian gives his perception of where Texas stands as a program

Texas Longhorns head coach Steve Sarkisian is going into his fourth season as the head coach in Austin. By now, he has a pretty good understanding of his program and recently shared that it’s his belief this team should be competing for championships. The expectation at Texas is that teams win national championships. That’s something that Sarkisian...

2024-05-07T20:35:46Z

3 Early Cubs Trade Deadline Targets

The Chicago Cubs have had a decent start to the season but in order to make a playoff run this year they are going to need to add a few more pieces to the roster at or before the trade deadline.

2024-05-07T15:08:56Z

Luka Doncic Names His Top 3 Perimeter Defenders In The NBA

Luka Doncic is set to lead his Dallas Mavericks into a tough battle with the No. 1 seeded Oklahoma City Thunder for a second-round NBA playoff matchup that will feature some of the league’s most exciting young stars. Doncic will have to deal with some of the league’s best perimeter defense from a guy who he believes is one of the league’s top three perimeter defenders. ESPN’s Tim MacMahon shared a quote from Luka praising OKC guard Lu Dort, who...

2024-05-07T20:40:53Z

Historic CFB Program Earns Commitment From Top Five In-State Recruit

One of college football's most historic programs is keeping one of their top in-state talents close to home after his recent commitment.

2024-05-07T20:15:59Z

As Nelly Korda resumes historic run, here are PGA Tour players with at least 6 straight wins

Korda is trying to stand alone in LPGA history with six wins in as many starts.

2024-05-07T13:17:12Z

2024 NBA awards, who are the finalists and when will the MVP be announced?

With the Conference semi-finals underway, the NBA has started dishing out annual awards with more to come over the next couple of days. He are the finalists and when the winners will be revealed.

2024-05-07T13:50:12Z

2024 NFL schedule release sneak peek: Here are seven things we already know about this year's slate of games

The 2024 schedule isn't out yet, but we already know quite a few things about this year's slate of games

2024-05-07T16:52:09Z

Top 10 Baseball Players Not Currently in MLB

The list of the 10 best players not currently in Major League Baseball is a mix of former and future U.S. stars and a handful of the best players in Asia.

2024-05-07T17:02:20Z

Where does Raiders’ offensive line stand now?

Las Vegas added experienced veteran to line this week

2024-05-07T19:37:00Z

Mark Jackson shares who are the top 5 pure point guards in NBA history: "Magic Johnson is number one"

Jackson — one of the best dimers in league history — revealed his personal list of the best pure point guards.

2024-05-07T14:14:49Z

Sparks move home game against Caitlin Clark and Indiana from Long Beach to downtown Los Angeles

LOS ANGELES (AP) — Caitlin Clark’s first WNBA game in Los Angeles is being moved to a bigger stage. The Los Angeles Sparks said Tuesday that their home game against Clark and the Indiana Fever on May 24 is being moved from Walter Pyramid on the Long Beach State campus to Crypto.com Arena in downtown Los Angeles. Two other Sparks home games — May 26 against Dallas and June 5 against Minnesota — are also moving to Crypto.com Arena. That's where...

2024-05-07T18:25:38Z

3 internal fixes that could get the St. Louis Cardinals' lineup going

The offense has been the main culprit for the Cardinals' early-season struggles. These three changes could potentially do some good for the Redbirds.

2024-05-07T16:17:54Z

When was the last time the Boston Bruins won the Stanley Cup?

The Boston Bruins, one of the original six NHL teams, have left an indelible mark on hockey history. Their journey to Stanley Cup glory began in the late 1920s.

2024-05-07T18:59:17Z

Obi Ezeh, former Michigan standout linebacker, dead at 36

Former Michigan Wolverines standout linebacker Obi Ezeh has died, his family and the school announced on Sunday. He was 36. He tried to make it to the NFL.

2024-05-07T17:01:38Z

Why the Badgers went for Camren Hunter, John Tonje, and Xavier Amos in the transfer portal

The Badgers addressed several needs in the transfer portal with three key additions.

2024-05-07T18:37:13Z

Will Mystik Dan run at the 2024 Preakness Stakes? Here's what we know

After stunning the field at the 2024 Kentucky Derby, horse Mystik Dan might not contend for the Triple Crown at the Preakness Stakes. Mystik Dan's photo finish at Churchill Downs on Saturday turned him into an instant celebrity in the

2024-05-07T18:02:22Z

2024 Seahawks schedule: Which Seahawks games could end up in primetime?

Forecasting the Seahawks’ nights under the bright lights.

2024-05-07T20:26:58Z

NHL draft lottery odds, top prospects, how to watch

Boston University star Macklin Celebrini is the top prospect in the 2024 NHL draft. Who has the best odds to win Tuesday night's draft lottery?

2024-05-07T11:11:55Z

10 Best Free Agents For The Philadelphia 76ers In 2024 Offseason

The 76ers have their best chance to create a Big Three this summer by targeting some elite free agents.

2024-05-07T15:21:33Z

The Most Realistic Players Who Could Replace Joel Embiid And Kawhi Leonard On 2024 Team USA

Team USA has intense competition for the two roster spots for the 2024 Olympics if Joel Embiid and Kawhi Leonard miss out.

2024-05-07T13:51:10Z

Browns 2024 schedule: opponents, storylines and predictions

Here's a look at the biggest storylines and matchups for the Cleveland Browns heading into the 2024 season.

2024-05-07T15:56:52Z

Badosa shows signs of her old form in a win over Andreeva at the Italian Open

Paula Badosa was ranked as high as No. 2 before she missed the second half of last year due to a back injury that has also slowed her this season. She’s now No. 126.

2024-05-07T15:47:51Z

The Athletic Releases Its Post-Spring College Football Top 10

On Tuesday afternoon the Athletic released its list of the top 25 college football programs heading into the 2024 season. Unsurprisingly a loaded Ohio State Buckeyes team sits at No. 1 in the rankings. Head coach Ryan Day and company have elite players returning at just about every position on the ...

2024-05-07T20:27:37Z

Can The Michigan Wolverines Turn Things Around in Dusty May’s First Season?

A breakdown of Michigan’s roster overhaul this offseason.

2024-05-07T12:51:04Z

Underrated NBA Stars: These 20 Players Deserve More Recognition

These NBA players are not usually valued as highly as they deserve, and they were key players for the teams they played for.

2024-05-07T16:18:23Z

Eagles' strength of schedule looks much better for 2024

Last year, Eagles opponents opened the season with a shared .566 win percentage with games against the NFC West and AFC East.

2024-05-07T18:21:18Z

College football's biggest winners and losers from spring practice, transfer portal

With spring practice in the books across major college football, let's take a look at the biggest winners and losers from spring semester and the second transfer portal window.

2024-05-07T14:47:45Z

Has any team gone 16-0 in NBA playoffs history?

The NBA playoffs is where business on the court gets really serious, and consistency through these high-pressured games is very hard to maintain.

2024-05-07T17:44:16Z

The three most disappointing teams in MLB so far

We are nearly a quarter of the way through the 2024 Major League Baseball season and some teams have not quite matched their preseason expectations. While there is still time for these teams to turn it around, let’s take a look at three of the most disappointing teams in the league entering play on Tuesday.

2024-05-07T20:55:01Z

NASCAR official speaks out about Kansas start/finish line, confusion about photo finish

NASCAR Cup Series managing director Brad Moran said Tuesday that the sanctioning body doesn’t use the painted line at racetracks to determine the winner of a photo finish such as the one which took place during this past Sunday’s AdventHealth 400 at Kansas Speedway. Moran, speaking on SiriusXM NASCAR Radio, explained that NASCAR has a “laser line t...

2024-05-07T17:05:09Z

Utah is adding another transfer to its quarterback room, one with an NFL pedigree

Sam Huard is the latest transfer addition for the Utes, and here's what went into his decision to sign with Utah.

2024-05-07T19:26:28Z

Shohei Ohtani Is On A Must-See Pace In Several Categories

With Shohei Ohtani unable to pitch this year, he was going to have to have a massive year at the plate to justify the first year of his hefty 10-year, $700 million deal he signed with the Los Angeles Dodgers this offseason. That’s exactly what he is doing, as the DH is off to a blistering pace that will put him in rare company if he is able to sustain it throughout the year. Analyst Eric Cross shared a post on Twitter detailing what Ohtani’s...

2024-05-07T18:30:41Z

An Illinois track & field star just made history

She’s dominant.

2024-05-07T12:36:04Z

Remembering Darius Morris: Former Lakers Point Guard and Carson Native, Dead at 33

Former Los Angeles Lakers point guard and native of Carson, Darius Morris, passed away at the age of 33. The Lakers family is saddened to hear of the passing of former Laker, the team posted on social media Saturday afternoon, expressing their condolences. “We are heartbroken by the passing of Darius Morris,” the message said. […] Also Read: Earth Defense Force 6 Launches in North America and Europe Federal Reserve Holds Steady Amid Inflation...

2024-05-07T20:20:49Z

Kansas City Chiefs Sign 1st-Team All CAA Wide Receiver After Impressive Camp Showing

The Kanas City Chiefs signed a star wide receiver following the rookie minicamp. The Chiefs cut another wide receiver to make room for the transaction.

2024-05-07T21:37:10Z