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Phillies right-hander Andrew Painter will make his long-awaited MLB debut as the team's fifth starter on Opening Day, joining a rotation tested by injuries and prospect development. The 22-year-old, once a top-10 draft prospect, overcame Tommy John surgery and slow recovery to earn a spot in Philade

Nacho Campos outlasted Mathys Duragrin in a grueling three-round decision at PFL Madrid on Friday. The event marked the first major MMA event in Spain, headlined by a Middleweight World Title Fight.

Chad Reuter’s four-round 2026 NFL Mock Draft features four Round 1 trades, reshaping the early order. The Jets select quarterback Ty Simpson with the No. 1 overall pick, while the Raiders and Ravens address long-standing needs on defense.

The 2026 Fantasy Baseball Starting Pitcher rankings have been updated by Pitcher List, featuring Tarik Skubal, Yoshinobu Yamamoto, and Hunter Brown in the top tier. This in-depth guide breaks down the top 100 SPs with expert insights for 12-team H2H and roto formats.

The NCAA men's basketball tournament’s first round continues Friday with 16 games, including top seeds Arizona and Florida. From 8-9 upsets to potential first-round exits, here’s your complete guide to the best matchups.

Nick Mariano identifies 9 undervalued pitchers for 2026 fantasy baseball success, including Cade Horton, Cade Cavalli, and Cam Schlittler. These arms offer massive surplus value from middle/late draft picks.

North Carolina’s Hubert Davis now faces intense scrutiny after the Tar Heels lost their second straight first-round NCAA Tournament game. Chancellor Lee Roberts confirms an ongoing review of Davis’ future as fans and administrators debate the program’s direction.

Kentucky faces Santa Clara in an NCAA Tournament first-round matchup on Friday at 12:15 p.m. ET. Sportsbook projections favor Kentucky by 3.5 points, with senior guard Otega Oweh expected to lead the Wildcats' transition-heavy offense against the Broncos’ defensive vulnerabilities.

Luka Doncic has averaged over 40 points in an eight-game winning streak while the Lakers surge into title contention. LeBron James' role adjustment and DeAndre Ayton's breakout have reshaped the team's dynamics.

High Point University stunned Wisconsin 83-82 in the NCAA Tournament as a 12-seed, advancing its quirky brand of basketball and a campus culture unlike any other. The Methodist-affiliated private school in North Carolina combines Division I hoops with a theme-park campus designed to groom future exe

Luka Dončić’s electrifying 100-point, triple-double performance over two grueling games has vaulted him to No. 2 on the Kia MVP Ladder, closing in on reigning winner Shai Gilgeous-Alexander. The 27-year-old Dallas-to-Lakers superstar is now poised to challenge for his first MVP in a crowded field.

Brazilian fighter Luana Carolina failed to make weight for her UFC London bantamweight bout, missing by eight pounds. The fight against Melissa Mullins was canceled just hours before the event, marking Carolina's fourth weight issue in four years. Official weigh-ins confirmed Carolina at 144 pounds

England manager Thomas Tuchel named a 35-man squad for World Cup warm-ups, calling it the 'last opportunity' for players to impress. The expanded roster includes uncapped stars James Garner and Jason Steele, while Trent Alexander-Arnold and Ollie Watkins were left out.

The first round of the NCAA men's basketball tournament ended with 224 perfect brackets still standing out of 36 million entries. Historic upsets and late-game drama eliminated all but the most accurate predictions.

NBA legend LeBron James tied Robert Parish's all-time record of 1,611 regular-season games played Thursday night as the Los Angeles Lakers defeated the Miami Heat. At 41, James posted a triple-double in the 134-126 win, showcasing his sustained excellence and durability.

Detroit Pistons guard Cade Cunningham suffered a collapsed left lung during Tuesday’s game, forcing him to miss at least two weeks. The All-Star guard, averaging 24.5 points and 9.9 assists, is sidelined as the Pistons chase a playoff spot in a tight Eastern Conference race.

The 2026 NCAA Division I Wrestling Championships in Cleveland delivered shocking upsets as underdogs dethroned top seeds in multiple weight classes. From Landon Robideau’s dominance to Lachlan McNeil’s fall victory, the tournament lived up to its reputation for unpredictability.

More than 25 million ESPN bracket challenge entries were busted by mid-afternoon Thursday as 12th-seeded High Point stunned fifth-seeded Wisconsin. Four double-digit seeds won first-round games, including VCU, Texas, and Texas A&M, defying tournament expectations.

BYU’s stunning NCAA Tournament first-round loss to Texas drew emotional reactions across social media, with fans and analysts dissecting the Cougars’ disappointing season. Stars like AJ Dybantsa carried the team, but injuries and defensive lapses led to a 79-71 defeat.

Cole Hutson scored his first NHL goal in a historic Washington Capitals debut, an empty-net power-play tally with 26 seconds left. Connor McMichael’s viral refusal to take the shot—pointing at the net instead—overshadowed the moment, but the 19-year defenseman’s poise stole the show.

The Seattle Seahawks’ first-round pick at No. 32 in the 2024 NFL Draft is drawing interest from teams looking to trade up, thanks to the fifth-year contract option. ESPN’s Field Yates highlights Seattle’s strategic advantage in a tight draft range.

Detroit Pistons All-Star Cade Cunningham has a collapsed left lung but is expected to recover quickly due to his elite athleticism. Team officials say he’ll be reevaluated in two weeks, keeping playoff hopes alive.

Duke, the NCAA Tournament’s top seed, opens against MAAC champions Siena at 2:50 p.m. ET on CBS. The Blue Devils are a historic -28.5 point favorite, one of the largest spreads in March Madness history. Sportsbooks project a dominant win, despite recent injury concerns.

Eric Edholm’s second 2026 NFL Mock Draft projects Round 1 following major free agency moves, with Miami replacing Jaylen Waddle and Kansas City adding a disruptive defensive end to bolster their Super Bowl contender.