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Nebraska Volleyball Set to Play in Spikes Under Lights

The Husker volleyball team is playing on the biggest stages this fall. They announced today that they will play in the inaugural Spikes Under Lights showcase at AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas on August 27th. In this stadium match the teams, Nebraska, Florida, Penn State, and SMU, will play for $1 million. The exhibition will […]

Jadun Leaves Michigan State; Urhobo and Basavareddy Claim USTA's Roland Garros Wild Cards; Qualifying Complete at Three USTA Pro Circuit Events; Top Seeds Ousted at ITF J200 College Grove; NCAA Division II Regionals on Tap

Before the Division I Regionals began the college tennis community was shocked by the news of the demise of the Arkansas tennis programs. After a relatively predictable regional weekend, with 29 of the 32 seeds advancing to the Super Regionals, another off-court surprise was announced, with Harry Jadun departing as the head coach of the Michigan State men after four years leading the

Breaking: Toronto Maple Leafs Win Draft Lottery

In a stunning stroke of luck, the Toronto Maple Leafs have won the NHL's Draft Lottery, and the right to select the likely choice as the No. 1 pick, Gavin McKenna in next month's Draft. They came in with the 5th-best odds of winning it.  The Toronto Maple Leafs have won the draft lottery and will have the 1st overall pick in the 2026 Draft pic.twitter.com/ibGSK97eh9 — Nasty Knuckles (@NastyKnuckles) May 5, 2026 Just one day after officially being introduced as the new  senior executi...

Maryland baseball scores season-high in runs with emphatic, 23-11 victory over Towson in 8 innings

Three weeks ago, Maryland baseball defeated Towson, 15-7, aided by five Terps drawing walks in the bottom of the eighth with the bases loaded. In Tuesday’s contest, Maryland’s offense again stayed patient when necessary, recording six runs — a quarter of its overall scoring — via walks. Maryland dominated Towson, 23-11, on Tuesday at Brooks […]

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Toronto Maple Leafs win NHL Draft Lottery, will select first overall

In another stunning NHL Draft Lottery result, the Toronto Maple Leafs will select first overall. That’s a benefit for the Edmonton Oilers that the best overall player is headed to the Eastern Conference, as four Pacific Division teams had a five per cent chance or greater at drafting first overall. Toronto had the fifth best…

Astros vs. Dodgers Game Thread: Game 37, 5/5/2026

TONIGHT’S GAME: The Houston Astros (14-22) will try to even up their three-game series with the rival Los Angeles Dodgers (22-13) tonight in a Cinco De Mayo matchup at Daikin Park. RHP Peter Lambert (1-2, 3.52 ERA) will get the start for the Astros, his fourth of the season, opposite RHP Shohei Ohtani (2-1, 0.60 […]

How the 2026 NHL Draft Lottery results affect the Flyers

While the Philadelphia Flyers are busy trying to overcome a 2-0 series deficit to the Carolina Hurricanes in the second round of the playoffs, they still had stakes in the result of the 2026 NHL Draft Lottery. And now we know that they came up with a big win. The Toronto Maple Leafs won the draft lottery. The results poured out and went in Toronto’s favor to land them the projected top prospect Gavin McKenna as they search for relevancy yet again. The Maple Leafs had an 8.5 percent c...

Game 36: Reds at Cubs (7:40 PM ET) – Abbott vs. Taillon

The Cincinnati Reds look to pick themselves up after last night’s walk-off loss (and blown save) at the hands of the Chicago Cubs. Andrew Abbott will start opposite veteran righty Jameson Taillon, with first pitch in Wrigley Field set for 7:40 PM ET. Lineups for both clubs listed below. Go Reds! Today’s Lineups REDS CUBS […]

Royals vs. Guardians May 5 game info and thread

Welcome to game 36 on this young season. Can you imagine? Thirty-six games? I feel like it just started yesterday. In any case, the big news for today’s game is Noah Cameron’s start being skipped. The press crew talked to Cameron and Matt Quatraro before the game, and it doesn’t seem that big of a […]

NHL Notebook: Auston Matthews uncertain about future with Maple Leafs, NHL Draft Lottery tonight

Auston Matthews’ future in Toronto is reportedly dependent on what the Toronto Maple Leafs’ new management can do this off-season. According to The Athletic’s Chris Johnston, there are currently no guarantees that the Arizona native will be back with the Leafs for the 2026-27 season. New, for @TheAthletic: Auston Matthews isn't yet sure if he'll be back…

Michael Harris II returns to the lineup… in left field?!

The Braves have been good so far, but they’re also keeping it interesting as they navigate injuries and the inexorable grind of the season. Tonight’s bit of intrigue: Michael Harris II is back, but… he’s in left field! I guess that gives his ailing quad muscle a bit of a break relative to center field, […]

Maple Leafs' Auston Matthews Latest Ranking In Media Is Concerning

  Toronto Maple Leafs fans have had a chaotic week, and it's only Tuesday. The team hired John Chayka as general manager and brought back Mats Sundin in a role of "Senior Executive Advisor, Hockey Operations", which many construe as guardrails for the front office.  In other concerning news, there are questions regarding Auston Matthews' future with the Maple Leafs after his statement on locker cleanout day.  "I mean, I can't predict the future," he said Thursday during the team...

Astros GM Dana Brown Needs a New Plan, Or a New Job

It has been a disaster of an offseason for the Astros GM, now does he have what it takes to fix it? Every season in MLB is essentially a new project, with additions and subtractions to the active roster, to the 40 man roster, to the minor league system. It is a new puzzle each […]

Cavs at Pistons Game 1 open gamethread

The Cleveland Cavaliers will look for a strong start in their second-round series against the Detroit Pistons. Share your thoughts as the game unfolds. If you aren’t a member of the community, sign up so you can talk to your fellow Cavalier fans and make your voice heard! Go Cavs!

Sigh of relief for NFL, Browns fans? Sign of hope with refs

Cleveland Browns fans are starting to feel a little hope with their team. While the biggest question remains (who will start at quarterback, and are they good enough to lead to victories?), a huge looming issue lingered over the entire NFL. Multiple times this offseason, news leaked about huge issues in negotiations between the NFL […]

NBA Playoff Tuesday discussion

The Detroit Pistons host the Cleveland Cavaliers at 7 p.m. ET tonight on NBCSN. Then the Oklahoma City Thunder play the Los Angeles Lakers at 8:30 p.m. ET on NBC (WRC-TV). Enjoy the basketball and the constant playing of John Tesh songs.

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Game 37: Detroit Tigers vs. Boston Red Sox, 6:40 p.m.

Detroit Tigers (18-18) vs. Boston Red Sox (14-21) Time/Place: 6:40 p.m., Comerica ParkSB Nation Site: Over the MonsterMedia: Detroit SportsNet, MLB.TV, Tigers Radio NetworkPitching Matchup: LHP Framber Valdez (2-1, 3.35 ERA) vs. RHP Brayan Bello (1-4, 9.12 ERA) Lineups RED SOX TIGERS Jarren Duran – LF Matt Vierling – CF Willson Contreras – 1B Kevin McGonigle – SS Wilyer Abreu – […]

Giants option Trevor McDonald, activate Joel Peguero

The San Francisco Giants are swapping right-handed pitchers ahead of Tuesday’s home game against the San Diego Padres. A few hours before the game, the team announced that right-handed starter Trevor McDonald had been optioned to AAA Sacramento, while right-handed reliever Joel Peguero had been activated off the 15-Day Injured List. It might seem like […]

Game #36 GameThread: Jays @ Rays

Some runs would be nice. Please note the term runs is plural. . There is a little bit of news, Jose Berrios is feeling soreness, which, since he has a stress fracture, isn’t a huge surprise. Shane Bieber is close to being ready to face live batters. It is like he’s at the start of […]